Spring Breeze Twenty Years

Chapter 756 Go Go Crazy

Chen Hui laughed and said, "Mi Le, you're really something, bringing up the very thing I shouldn't have said. I've been holding back from saying this."

Xiao Wei said, "There are definitely mosquitoes, but not as many as in the countryside. We have fewer mosquitoes in Northeast China. If this pavilion were set up in the South, no one could stay there. You'd be covered in bites after just one hour. But it's fine here. They don't come at night. There are more mosquitoes at night."

Wang Gang thought for a moment and said, "Now that you mention it, it's true. There seem to be fewer mosquitoes in Northeast China, even in the countryside."

Li Weibing said, "Winter is so long, almost everything freezes to death. How many people can survive a whole winter? And that's only if there's plenty of stagnant water. In Northeast China, we have plenty of everything, but not much water."

A bright light appeared in their eyes as they walked out of the orchard and into a patch of willow trees. The trees were planted sparsely, mainly because willow branches grow very thick and bushy, and dense planting would look unsightly. The path ended at a small pavilion by the pond. The group entered the pavilion, where Geng Hui, Xiao Hong, and Chen Xiao were sitting and talking, holding Chen Xiaohui.

Moving today was a last-minute decision. Old Xu had already prepared and delivered the furniture, and the appliances had been bought in advance. After discussing it with Xiao Hong and Xiao Wei's parents, they decided to just move. Living at Xiao Hui's place was somewhat inconvenient, and they felt like they were living under someone else's roof.

Then they just found someone to move it; it wasn't far. The three girls deliberately didn't call Xiaowei and Chen Hui to see their reaction.

Chen Hui laughed and said, "Xiao Wei was completely stunned just now. I was the one who realized what was going on. He didn't figure it out until he walked in."

Xiao Wei glanced towards the main building and said, "I really didn't react in time, mainly because I wasn't prepared. Is everything ready?"

Xiao Hong said, "It's not that hard to tidy up just a few rooms. Everything is new, just wipe off the dust and lay down the bedding. We can do the rest later. Let Geng Hui and Lao Xia live here too. There are too few of us. Including them, there are five rooms in this big yard. It's a real headache."

Xiao Wei said, "Okay, let the housekeeper stay in the annex. A few drivers will be moving in soon."

Xiao Hong said, "I'm afraid three people can't manage. With two buildings and such a big yard, just sweeping and mopping would be a struggle for three people in a day."

Chen Hui said, "We'll recruit someone from your hometown who knows about fruit trees. There must be some in the countryside, right? They can take care of the fruit trees and sweep the yard. It's perfect for a family. They can also raise chickens and ducks, which can be kept in the woods to eat mosquitoes."

Xiao Wei's eyes lit up: "Great! That's really helpful. Let Fourth Uncle help me find one. Hey, Xiao Hui, what's wrong with you today? What did you eat last night? How come you're so capable today? Your mind is working so fast!"

Chen Xiao looked at Chen Hui and said, "Even a fool can have a stroke of genius sometimes. We've struck it rich today."

Little Hui kicked hard on Chen Xiao's legs and made strange noises at his father. Chen Xiao said, "See, even your son agrees with me." The group laughed.

Xiao Wei asked, "Where are Mom and Dad? Where is Auntie?"

Xiao Hong said, "She went to buy groceries. She said today is an auspicious day, so she's cooking right away and inviting everyone over for dinner tonight."

Chen Hui said to Xiao Wei, "It's over, we're in quarantine now. Look, they didn't call when they moved, and they didn't tell us when they were going to cook. If it weren't for the fact that we happened to come back today, this wouldn't have been a problem for us."

Chen Xiao said, "That's right, you guys are so capable. You go out for half a month at a time, going to Xidu, Andong, and Dalian. You stay in luxury hotels, are fed and pampered, and can even brag to the leaders. What's the point of having this home? Go, go out and have fun. It's so boring at home."

Because he was afraid they would worry, he didn't tell them about the fight. Old Chen would definitely not tell his wife either, as that would be asking for trouble. But he didn't expect the revenge to come here. It seems that they have a problem with the two of them being apart for too long.

Xiao Wei glanced at Chen Hui, rubbed his nose, and asked Xiao Hong, "Is the running water and everything ready?"

Xiao Hong nodded and said, "Okay, it's installed on the main building side. You wanted to build a wine cellar on the annex side, right? We've left the whole area empty for you. The sewage pump is in the cellar well behind the building."

Xiao Wei asked, "Who drove to the market? Did they walk? Is the market far?"

Chen Xiao said, "Xiao Hong, ignore him. He's just making conversation. Who else in this compound can drive?"

Xiao Wei rolled his eyes and asked, "Who did you invite to cook today? Uncle Chen's family, Chen Xiao's family, your family, my family, was there anyone else?"

Xiao Hong said, "And Han San'er, Brother Long's family of three, Engineer Wang, who else do you want to call? You can call now if you want."

Xiao Wei said, "Forget it, we have enough people. Let's not invite any more. I'll treat everyone out another day. This number is fine; it's just for fun. Xiao Hui, do you have anyone you want to invite?"

Chen Hui was teasing his son and said without looking up, "No, as long as our family of seven is all together, that's enough."

Xiao Hong said, "Director Wang might come, but I don't know if Director Liu will come; he's said he's quite busy. Uncle Li and Director Qin can both come."

Xiao Wei said, "Did Uncle Li and his whole family come over? Speaking of which, it all happened at once. I had promised Director Qin that I would help him with the house, but then Uncle Li came too. I wonder if Director Qin is still angry with me."

Xiao Hong said, "Why are you angry? My dad's house is ready, and Uncle Qin is arranging the move. Also, my dad and Uncle Li have delivered the keys to Grandpa Liu's place. Don't you even remember how many days you've been gone?"

Xiao Wei was taken aback: "You're down already? So fast?"

Xiao Hong said, "We're busy working on this side, and the other side won't be ready until next month. At least we've managed to finish the cement work. Now it's just welding and pipework, which we can do even when it gets cold."

Xiao Wei breathed a sigh of relief and said, "That's good. I wouldn't know what to say if we hadn't met. Did you go see the apartment? Which floor did Director Qin choose?"

Xiao Hong said, "I went with my dad, but it was just so-so, nothing special. Uncle Qin chose the second floor, saying he was too lazy to climb, so Grandpa Liu also gave us a second-floor apartment, but the old man insisted on not taking it. We had to persuade him a lot before we agreed to switch. Now the apartment Uncle Li lives in is ours. Uncle Li isn't moving, saying he'll just stay here and we'll see later."

Xiao Wei said, "The floor is a bit high. Uncle Li has elderly people at home, and I'm worried they'll get tired going up and down the stairs."

Xiaohong said, "Grandpa Li said he wouldn't move. He said this place is lively, close to the park, and comfortable to live in. He doesn't mind the height; he can climb the stairs faster than I can. Besides, it's closer to us, so he can drop by sometimes. Aunt Li wants to come here for work."

Xiao Wei said, "Sure, come on over. It'll be good to have company. How about we have Uncle Li's family move here after the New Year? We can get them a place upstairs, and our house is right downstairs, which will be more convenient." Xiao Wei pointed to the third floor, because they were busy with the factory's work and the third floor wasn't finished yet, so it wasn't usable.

(End of this chapter)