Era: Starting with the struggle to refuse being taken advantage of

Chapter 27: Let's stop. There are police everywhere outside.
"Is that the young man waiting for you outside the door?"

"If he doesn't mind, I can introduce him to someone."

Ji Yongyue glanced at Wang Zidong, who was anxiously waiting outside, thought for a moment, and finally agreed to Wang Chengpeng's request.

Wang Chengpeng was pleasantly surprised that Ji Yongyue agreed to his request, and immediately expressed his gratitude, saying:

"Brother Ji, you are truly generous. In that case, I will thank you on behalf of my brother."

In response to Wang Chengpeng's gratitude, Ji Yongyue shook his head slightly and said, "Brother Wang, please don't be so polite."

"Since you call me elder brother, your brothers are naturally my brothers."

"Helping my brother with a small favor is a piece of cake."

After exchanging a few more pleasantries, Wang Chengpeng left the scrap metal recycling station.

However, the moment Wang Chengpeng left, Zhuang Xian, who had been working nearby, immediately stood up and said:

"Station Chief Ji, this kid is a bit too ungrateful."

"It's already a blessing that you were able to help him find a job, but not only did you refuse, you even planned to give the opportunity to your brother."

"It's best to avoid associating with such an ungrateful person in the future."

As a scrap metal collector, Zhuang Xian's primary task was naturally to curry favor with Ji Yongyue.

Especially after hearing that Ji Yongyue had a powerful background, he frequently flattered him, hoping to ride on his coattails to rise in rank.

Unfortunately, this time, he was destined to flatter the wrong person.

Faced with Zhuang Xian's flattery, Ji Yongyue frowned and said:
"Do your job well, and refrain from commenting on things that are none of your business."

Judging from Ji Yongyue's attitude towards Wang Chengpeng, who was visiting for the first time, you can tell he's definitely not an easy person to talk to.
He can be kind to people of value, but that doesn't mean he'll treat Zhuang Xian with the same kindness.

After reprimanding Zhuang Xian, Ji Yongyue looked outside again, but Wang Chengpeng and Wang Zidong were no longer there. He thought to himself that he had really met an interesting person.

Zhuang Xian's words were indeed perfectly fine under normal circumstances, but he seriously underestimated Wang Chengpeng's value in Ji Yongyue's eyes.

Wang Chengpeng's potential is enough for Ji Yongyue to give him greater attention and offer him better terms.

Otherwise, Ji Yongyue wouldn't have been so easy to talk to, agreeing to Wang Chengpeng's seemingly unreasonable conditions.

Was Wang Chengpeng's behavior intentional or accidental?

Looking in the direction Wang Chengpeng left, Ji Yongyue looked thoughtful, not understanding why Wang Chengpeng would do that.

Judging from Wang Chengpeng's previous behavior, he is certainly not such a reckless person, and making such an outrageous request is really inconsistent with his character.

There is only one answer to this question: Wang Chengpeng was definitely doing it on purpose, by accident.

As for whether Wang Chengpeng made this request to demonstrate his loyalty and righteousness to Ji Yongyue, or simply because he values ​​his brotherhood, only Ji Yongyue can judge for himself.

Shaking his head slightly, Ji Yongyue thought to himself, why should he dwell on such a trivial matter?

He didn't care whether Wang Chengpeng was sincere or not.
Introducing Wang Chengpeng or his brother to an apprenticeship job would be a drop in the ocean for him, so why would he be troubled by such a small investment?

Whether it blossoms and bears fruit or withers prematurely, Ji Yongyue doesn't care; that's his confidence.

……

On the other side, Wang Chengpeng had just stepped out of the scrap metal recycling station when he was pulled aside by Wang Zidong, who looked flustered.

After cautiously looking around, Wang Zidong said tentatively:
"Pengzi, stop now, there are police everywhere outside."

"If I had known you brought these things to bribe someone, I would have stopped you before you could do it."

"This kind of behavior is unacceptable." Wang Zidong is not only loyal and righteous, but also upright and incorruptible, and he cannot tolerate such opportunistic behavior.

He had just witnessed Wang Chengpeng giving away three radios, and his mind immediately conjured up a lot of possibilities, such as Wang Chengpeng and Ji Yongyue having some improper exchange of benefits, and so on.

However, since Wang Chengpeng was his brother, he couldn't report Wang Chengpeng. He could only stop Wang Chengpeng's unethical behavior as soon as possible.

Faced with Wang Zidong's warning, Wang Chengpeng said with a laugh, "Dongzi, you really have unrealistic ideas. I would never bribe a scrap metal recycling station manager."

"Besides, look at my attitude just now, did I look like I was flattering someone or asking for a favor?"

In fact, Wang Chengpeng came to the scrap metal recycling station initially solely for the books that might be there; he had no other intentions whatsoever.

Ji Yongyue's immense energy was a complete surprise.

Recalling Wang Chengpeng's composed yet assertive attitude, even his moments of anger, Wang Zidong nodded in deep agreement and said:

"Your rude attitude certainly doesn't sound like you're asking for a favor, so what's going on here?"

Since he planned to bring Wang Zidong along, Wang Chengpeng naturally intended to reveal some things about himself to him, saying:

"Brother Ji is a good person; he promised to help me find some books."

"To repay him, I agreed to help him repair some of his broken radios."

"It's a very simple matter between us; there's absolutely no interest involved."

After listening to Wang Chengpeng's words, Wang Zidong nodded as if he understood, and said, "I see."

However, he quickly realized what was happening and said with a shocked expression:
"Pengzi, you can even repair radios? You actually have that skill? You know, that's a skill that only the best in the repair department can master."

"I heard that you can make money repairing electrical appliances in the city, at least a few cents a time."

Seeing Wang Zidong's shock, Wang Chengpeng smiled and explained, "That's why I was looking for books."

"Books contain a lot of knowledge, and through learning, we can master many skills."

"And these skills are very likely the ones that will enable us to make money."

"So, Dongzi, after experiencing the power of knowledge, are you interested in learning now?"

"As long as you spend some time studying hard, your future is also very promising."

study?

The thought of the densely packed, brick-like characters in the textbook sent chills down Wang Zidong's spine, and he shook his head frantically, saying:
"I can't learn a single thing, I can't learn a single thing."

“Pengzi, I think I can just stay at home and do farm work every day. As long as I work hard, I can at least have enough to eat and drink.”

Upon hearing Wang Zidong's words, Wang Chengpeng let out a barely perceptible sigh. Wang Zidong's answer was exactly what he had expected.

In fact, studying hard and getting into a good university was the best way out in 1977.

Unfortunately, Wang Chengpeng couldn't force Wang Zidong to study if he really didn't want to, so he came up with the idea of ​​helping him find a job.

At least in this era, having a formal job in the city was definitely something to be proud of.

By the time the factory becomes inefficient, Wang Chengpeng will have already made his fortune. If he then helps Wang Zidong, his future will be limitless.

Thinking this, Wang Chengpeng uttered words that were extremely familiar:

"Dongzi, how about I introduce you to a job?"

(End of this chapter)