Forced to marry a disabled man in the countryside? I'll repay you tenfold!

"Okay."

As soon as Xiao Wang got on the bus, Su Wanqing started taking food out of her basket—sometimes pork jerky, sometimes fried meatballs, sometimes braised beef.

In short, going out with Su Wanqing meant that every day was different.

Xiao Wang was also puzzled. Where did Dr. Su get so much time to make all these delicious dishes? But he didn't dwell on it. He was happy to follow Dr. Su anyway.

When they arrived at the Bincheng Housing Management Office, Old Wang was leisurely holding a teacup, preparing to go home for dinner and come back to work in the afternoon, when he ran into Su Wanqing.

"Director Wang, how about we grab some lunch? We can talk about something while we're at it."

Old Wang has been living a comfortable life lately, and he treats Su Wanqing like a god of wealth.

He introduced a large order to the construction team at the mutual aid center—decoration, materials, and labor. Although he didn't take a single penny, they insisted on giving him gifts, such as mushrooms, liquor, canned goods, and cigarettes that were in high demand on the market, which they would send him during holidays.

Now, their status at home is rising rapidly.

So when he saw Su Wanqing, he was overjoyed: "Hey, that's exactly what I was thinking of reporting to you about my recent progress."

"Let's go then."

Su Wanqing took Old Man Wang to the Workers, Peasants and Soldiers Hotel. It was midday and the hotel was crowded. Su Wanqing asked for a table near a corner and ordered a whole roasted chicken, braised pig's trotters, braised pork, stir-fried seasonal vegetables, four dishes and a soup, plus a bowl of white rice.

Xiao Wang sat shyly to the side, thinking to himself with delight, "It's so good to come out with Dr. Su. Every meal is different. When I'm with Deputy Commander Zhao, I don't get to eat a single meal all day long. Who can blame me when the commander is so busy that he doesn't even eat? But with Dr. Su, I get to eat six meals a day!"

While eating, Old Wang counted on his fingers as he reported to Su Wanqing: "Little Su, your disabled veterans' mutual aid center, the tens of thousands of yuan you invested in the early stages, including labor and materials, is now showing signs of progress. Don't worry, the construction team there is led by someone I trust. They are good people, honest, and efficient. I go to check on things for you whenever I have free time."

"Don't worry about me." Su Wanqing nodded and slowly gnawed on a piece of braised pig's trotter.

Old Wang continued, "The courtyard has been completely paved, making it easy for wheelchairs to navigate. The wall is also finished, with broken glass inserted on top to keep out thieves. The main structures of the two rows of dormitory buildings are complete, with a total of thirty-two rooms. Each room is exactly as you described, with ramps at the entrance, handrails in the toilets, and wider and higher beds. The kitchen and canteen have running water and electricity, and the large stoves are all built. After the New Year, we'll install a few ceiling fans so it won't be too hot in the summer."

Thirty-two rooms are a bit few, but Su Wanqing decided to build them first and then buy land to expand later. For now, she would entertain the disabled veterans.

He took a sip of soup and added, "Now there's just one last step—the flower beds and vegetable garden in the yard aren't tidied up yet, and the doors to a few storage rooms haven't been installed. Also, that small clinic you mentioned needs specialized sterilization equipment and basic medical instruments. I haven't found a way to get that yet; could you give me some pointers later?"

All things considered, we can officially start accepting people after the Spring Festival. The first batch of disabled veterans will then move in, and their food, lodging, and medical care will all be taken care of. You've done an incredibly good deed.

Old Wang also exclaimed that the accommodations were excellent, even more impressive than a guesthouse. The white walls were bright and clean, and the windows had brand-new large glass panes that made the room bright and airy when the sunlight streamed in.

He clicked his tongue and continued, "As for the cooking, the household management staff you mentioned should be found from the families of these disabled veterans. Countless people would be vying for that job—you get paid, and you can take care of your loved ones. Who wouldn't want such a good opportunity?"

Su Wanqing nodded: "Okay, anyway, the caregivers at the disability center will be selected from the families of disabled veterans. I've asked Lao Zheng to help me find disabled veterans nationwide. You should also put in a good job and help me advertise in the newspapers nationwide. We'll cover the travel expenses for those who are interested in coming."

"As for the clinic, I'll ask the hospital for help. We'll also find a retired doctor to help with consultations, so that anyone with a headache or fever can be treated promptly."

Old Wang readily agreed, his opinion of Su Wanqing rising even higher. She had arranged everything meticulously, even more so than government officials.

Su Wanqing was very satisfied with what she heard, and then directly stated the purpose of her visit: "Director Wang, I have two things to discuss."

First, please keep an eye out for any large vacant lots available for sale. If you do, please contact me and I will buy them.

Secondly, regarding my small house next to the People's Cinema, could you help me find a construction team to renovate it? I want to open a gold shop. Now that we're in a period of reform and opening up, who should I contact to handle the necessary paperwork? How do I do it?

Upon hearing that Su Wanqing wanted to find a larger plot of land, Old Man Wang immediately nodded: "Alright, there aren't many good plots available lately, but if I find any, I'll definitely keep an eye out for them. However, I must tell you that the plot of land you had your eye on near Mingyue Lake has had its information removed from our records, which means it's already taken..."

He was a little disappointed. He had just wanted Su Wanqing to find someone to see if they could take over the place, but someone else beat him to it.

Su Wanqing smiled and said, "That was a reward from the organization, and now it's officially mine. But we don't need to find a construction team over there for now; the organization has already arranged it."

Old Wang's mouth was so wide open that an egg could fit inside:

"What? The organization rewarded you? That kind of land that only the government can get, and private individuals can't even touch, was rewarded to you? What did you do...?"

He realized he had misspoke as soon as the words left his mouth. She must have done something extraordinary to get the land, which was not supposed to be sold to private individuals, to Su Wanqing.

There must be something highly confidential going on here; how could he possibly find out? He quickly waved his hand.

"Hey, Comrade Su, just pretend I never asked about this. Now that you've got it, that's good. It's a great place!"

He wiped his sweat and quickly steered the conversation back on track: "By the way, the second thing you mentioned earlier—wanting to open a gold shop—that's no problem at all."

According to current policies, self-employed individuals can apply for a special industry license. You first need to register with the Administration for Industry and Commerce, then file with the People's Bank of China, and finally take the approval document to the Public Security Bureau to apply for the special industry license.

Although these procedures are tedious, I know a few people in the departments who can help you with the legwork and submitting the documents, so it should be done in a month or two. You already have the proof of funds and business premises; it's not a difficult matter.

Upon hearing this, Su Wanqing found the matter even simpler than she had imagined. She immediately took out five thousand yuan from her basket and handed it to Old Man Wang, her tone sincere: