Courtyard House: The Chef's Intelligence System

Two days later, my second uncle returned, bringing some canned food and fruit.

Every time my second uncle came back, he would be wearing a military uniform, with the rank of "23" on his shoulders, looking incredibly proud.

Li Jiuzhou's heart itched with desire; what man wouldn't want to carry the stars on his shoulders!

But it's just envy. My second uncle fought his way up through real battles. Without strength and luck, how could he have withstood it!

Just like those tattoos, like tigers descending from the mountain or dragons over the shoulders, how can you carry them without some real strength?

Some people even get tattoos of Tang Sanzang (the monk from Journey to the West). How much suffering must they endure in this life?

Some even go so far as to get tattoos of the Monkey King. Yes, the Monkey King is very powerful, but only if you endure five hundred years of suffering.

In other words, he is destined to go to jail!

In this era, having stars on your shoulders is true strength, real and undeniable strength!

This time, my second uncle wasn't wearing a military uniform; instead, he was wearing a white shirt, giving him the air of an official.

Li Jiuzhou asked with considerable confusion:

"Second Uncle, what's going on? Why aren't you wearing your military uniform today?"

"I'm preparing to enter politics, but my position hasn't been decided yet. I'll be working as an assistant director for a while."

"It's about protecting the factory and preventing saboteurs and enemy agents."

Li Jiuzhou curled his lip upon hearing this:

"Is this also considered politics? Isn't it still working on the front lines?"

"The fight against enemy agents is no easy task, Second Uncle!"

"What do you know, kid? All parties are still coordinating. Your second uncle is just temporarily in this position. I'll be replaced soon," Li Huaide said with a laugh.

Li Jiuzhou smiled ingratiatingly:

"Then you should go to a government agency, become a bureau chief or mayor or something."

"The future of our Li family rests on your shoulders..."

Upon hearing this, Li Huaide looked somewhat dejected. He lit a cigarette, took a deep drag, and then slowly said:

"If I had to choose, I'd also like to work in a government department. That's what my father-in-law suggested too."

"But as you know, Second Uncle can read, but he hasn't read enough books. You really can't govern a region without some education."

"Your second uncle isn't cut out for this."

"Now we can only work hard and hope that diligence can make up for any shortcomings..."

Li Jiuzhou understood. This was just like in ancient times, where military generals conquered the world and civil officials governed it.

It's obvious that my second uncle has betrayed us and wants to become a civil official...

So he cupped his hands in congratulations:

"Alright, I wish my second uncle a bright future and a successful official career!"

"Haha, thanks for your kind words, but..."

At this point, my second uncle changed the subject:

"Jiuzhou, you're still young. If you want to enter politics, you'll have plenty of opportunities."

"Read more books and practice calligraphy when you have free time. With your second uncle around, everything... um... shouldn't be a big problem..."

Li Jiuzhou felt that what his second uncle said was similar to what his future father-in-law had said.

"Okay, I understand, Second Uncle. I'll try my best."

Li Huaide smiled with satisfaction, knowing that his family couldn't rely on him alone to strive for development.

Now that we have secured our territory, the future holds great promise, and anything is possible.

So my nephews also need to work hard. With him backing them up, they won't do too badly in the future.

My second uncle ate lunch at home and then left, taking with him a bottle of tiger penis wine from Li Jiuzhou.

Li Huaide has been married for almost a year and has worked hard on the land, but his wife's belly is still not showing any signs of pregnancy, which makes him anxious.

Even his father-in-law's family was anxious and vaguely doubted his ability to perform, which made Li Huaide feel deeply wronged.

Who the hell can't do it?

Li Jiuzhou originally wanted to ask about this, as he was quite concerned about the continuation of the Li family line.

But every time I wanted to ask, I couldn't bring myself to say it because I felt embarrassed.

My second uncle and aunt haven't been married for very long. In the 21st century, it's normal to be married for several years without children, because they don't want to have any yet.

But things are different now. It's understandable if you don't have children after a year of marriage, but it's different if it's two, three, or five years.

Strange looks can bury you!

In the afternoon, Li Jiuzhou went to the pool in the middle courtyard to wash clothes, and Tong Jie also washed Jia Dongxu's clothes.

Li Jiuzhou was puzzled. What was that?

You were doing laundry when I was washing up this morning, and it's already afternoon and you're still not done?

Are you ever going to stop?

Is it absolutely necessary for the Jia family to produce a laundry maid?

Fortunately, there were two faucets and the pool was big enough, otherwise Li Jiuzhou would have really cursed.

Since you've run into her, you should definitely say hello, otherwise she might think you have a problem with her.

"Sister-in-law Jia, are you doing laundry?"

Tong Jie turned around and smiled:

"Yes, Dongxu just finished showering, and since I had nothing else to do, I thought I'd wash the clothes first."

The pond was very close to the Jia family's house, and the sound of the two talking could be heard immediately.

The mother and son, who were chatting casually, immediately stood up nervously and peered out the window.

Upon realizing that the person his wife was chatting with was Li Jiuzhou, Jia Dongxu immediately retreated.

Madam Jia asked, puzzled:

"Dongxu, your wife is chatting with another man, why don't you go out?"

"You're usually so protective of your food, always afraid someone will try to seduce your wife~"

Jia Dongxu said helplessly:

"Mom, can you stop teasing me? I don't trust other men, but I absolutely trust Jiuzhou!"

"Haven't you seen how beautiful his girlfriend is?"

"Don't worry, Jiuzhou isn't that kind of person!"

"Hehehe..." Madam Jia smiled at this moment. She had indeed been teasing her son.

My daughter-in-law, Tong Jie, is indeed beautiful; you can't find anyone in the entire Nanluoguxiang area whose looks can rival hers.

But compared to Li Jiuzhou's partner, she's far inferior.

Madam Jia Zhang was not worried at all that Li Jiuzhou would have any ulterior motives.

Then Jia Zhangshi gave the following instructions:

"Alright, stop sitting there. Go get some meat for my daughter-in-law to nourish her. She's busy all day long, it's so tiring!"

"Let's buy a fish and braise it, have a nice treat, and then the three of us can have some fun tonight."

"No, no, call your master and his wife too, and cut them a little more meat."

Upon hearing this, Jia Dongxu glanced at his mother, who seemed to have grown even larger.

Since I got married, my mother has become increasingly plump, and her skin has become even whiter.

I guess it's because he's filial and takes good care of his mother.

Thinking of this, Jia Dongxu became happy again.

His master had already told him about the matter of reputation.

When you're out and about, loyalty is paramount, and having a good reputation is incredibly useful in this community.

Therefore, Jia Dongxu is sincerely grateful to his mentor Yi Zhonghai, who not only taught him skills but also how to conduct himself in society.

Jia Dongxu went back inside, grabbed the money, and happily went out the door. He went over and lit a cigarette for Li Jiuzhou, then said to Tong Jie:

"Honey, I'll go buy you some meat to nourish you. You've worked so hard..."

"Mmm..." Tong Jie responded sweetly.

"Wife, you look so beautiful!" Jia Dongxu said, oblivious to everyone else.

Grass-like horse!

Li Jiuzhou felt as if he had eaten shit. "Are you sick in the head?"

Go home and show off your love to your father.

Believe it or not, I'll drag Bingbing over to your doorstep and kiss her there someday.