A life of success begins with being a landlord.

Xue Meiying lowered her head, looking pitiful: "Brother Zu, don't be angry, I'll listen to you."

I nodded: "Getting to know Director Song is an opportunity for you two sisters. Director Song can help Meiying with her college entrance exams and job hunting in the future."

In Dongguan, many big bosses tried to curry favor with Director Song, but they still couldn't get the chance.

If Xue Meiying can establish contact with Director Song's family, then there is great hope that she can transform herself from a pheasant into a phoenix.

Xue Meiying wiped away her tears: "I'm just afraid I'm too stupid to solve the problems and won't be able to help Amei."

"Hahaha..." I laughed and shook my head.

"You don't need to worry about that. Amei is very smart, but her schoolwork is terrible. Your grades are more than enough to be her teacher."

I've seen Amei's homework; she only knows how to write "solution" for math problems.

However, Ah Mei's English seems to be particularly good; she is said to be able to converse with foreigners.

Xue Meiying felt a little relieved and then asked, "Brother Zu, did Sister Mei say when I should go? Is it okay to wait a couple of days?"

Just as I was about to answer, Amei called.

"Have you thought it through, Amei?" I asked.

"Brother Zu, I've made up my mind. Have Xue Meiying come over the day after tomorrow." Amei actually agreed.

"Okay, I'll have Xue Meiying come over the day after tomorrow morning to keep you company." I hung up the phone and looked at Xue Meiying.

Xue Meiying was very nervous. She opened her mouth, but didn't know what to say.

"Mei Ying, you really don't need to worry. The more important the person, the more kind and cultured they are, a million times better than your previous heartless bosses."

I continued to encourage Xue Meiying.

"I understand, Brother Zu. I'll go to Sister Mei's house the day after tomorrow." Xue Meiying also agreed.

I looked at Xue Meihua again and said, "Once Meiying settles down at Director Song's house, I'll find you a job, or I'll have Director Song introduce you to a job; he has a lot of influence."

Xue Meihua nodded deeply: "Thank you so much, Brother Zu, for taking such good care of us."

I shook my head and smiled, chatted for a while, left Director Song's home address, and then turned to say goodbye.

The hardware store downstairs has all kinds of screwdrivers.

I asked for five identical screwdrivers, took them to room 204 in building 26, sharpened them, and started practicing throwing them.

The target was a piece of scrap wood that I picked up.

I tested it from various angles and distances, and I think it's okay.

Actually, kung fu skills like throwing knives and throwing stones are something anyone can do; the key is to practice hard and become proficient.

I practiced kicking stones since I was a child, and started practicing throwing knives in junior high school. I've already figured out the tricks of it.

A kitchen knife, an axe, scissors, a screwdriver, a ruler, or even a cement nail—I can just weigh it in my hand, determine its center of gravity, and launch it to the target.

After practicing for almost an hour, I stopped to rest.

If I keep practicing, my arms will ache, which will affect my performance tomorrow.

As for tomorrow's competition, I'll only bring five screwdrivers. The outcome, victory or defeat, is up to fate.

When it got dark, Sister Ling left work early and came to my room 302.

He was also carrying vegetables, seasonings, fruit, and a slaughtered chicken.

"Sister Ling, you got off work so early today. Why didn't you call so I could pick you up?" I opened the door and invited Sister Ling inside.

"I get off work early, and I'll stop by the market to buy some groceries so I can have something special for you tonight."

"Thank you, Sister Ling. I'm so lucky to have such a delicious meal." I took the dishes from Sister Ling and took them to the kitchen.

Sister Ling took off her work clothes, washed her hands, and quickly started cooking.

I helped out from the side and chatted with Sister Ling.

If given the chance, he would even sneak a bite of fresh fruit.

Sister Ling gently nudged me: "Yaozu, stop sneaking food. You have a motorcycle, go and pick up Chunyan and Haomei."

I nodded and reluctantly left the kitchen to pick up Liu Haomei and Chunyan.

Liu Haomei came out first and chatted with me at the door while we waited for Chunyan.

After another twenty minutes, Chunyan finally finished work.

Back in 302, the four of us enjoyed a pleasant dinner.

I found myself somewhat distracted and unable to enjoy my food, feeling anxious about tomorrow's decisive battle.

After dinner, Sister Ling and Liu Haomei went to 508, while Chunyan stayed in 302 to keep me company.

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Close your eyes, open your eyes, and another day has passed.

I dropped Chunyan and Sister Ling off at work, and then came back to pick up Liu Haomei.

On the way, I remembered Awen's matter, so I instructed Liu Haomei:

"Okay, sis, arrange for Awen to meet with your editor. Ask your editor to encourage Awen to become a writer and give him a goal in life..."

Children like Awen, once they have life goals and their interests and passions are supported, often unleash amazing potential.

Who knows, he might actually become a great writer someday.

Liu Haomei's editor said that this is an era of information explosion, wealth explosion, and thought explosion, full of hope everywhere, and everything is possible.

Liu Haomei understood what I meant and nodded, saying, "Don't worry, Brother Zu, I'll take care of this."

After dropping Liu Haomei off at her workplace, I returned to 302 and sat down in a daze.

After sitting there for two hours, I took out 20,000 yuan, put it on my bed, and wrote two notes.

The note was addressed to Chunyan. I told her that if I didn't come back that night, Chunyan and Liu Haomei should split the 20,000 yuan and go home to live a good life.

In my opinion, this is not a place full of hope, but a place full of danger.

If I'm gone, Liu Haomei and Chunyan are just trying to make a living by working here. They can make a living back in their hometown, so why stay in this dangerous place?

After thinking for a while, I wrote another note and left it for Sister Li.

I told Sister Li that if I couldn't come back, she should find a way to withdraw the money from my savings account and give it to my parents and second uncle.

After I finished all that, I went downstairs to eat fried rice.

"Yaozu, you've been very busy these days," the fat woman greeted me.

"Yes, Fatty Sister, I'm a bit busy." I nodded and smiled.

Bobo also came here to eat fried noodles, patting his chest and saying, "Grandpa, this meal is on me... Here, lend me your phone to make a call."

I handed her the phone: "Go ahead and call, grandma."

Just then, grappling expert Gao Jianfeng arrived with veteran squad leader Dou Qiang and Chen Feng. Upon seeing me, he immediately complained, "Brother Zu, what have you been up to these past few days? You haven't answered my calls!"

"I told you, I'm very busy, folks!" I sighed.

These past few days, Gao Jianfeng has been calling me frequently, asking me to attend his MLM sharing session.

But I had no interest or time for it, so I refused outright.

I'll just consider the 3,900 yuan I handed over as a waste. Pyramid schemes, screw you!

Gao Jianfeng sat down opposite me and earnestly advised, "Brother Zu, you've already paid your 3,900 yuan. You're now our business partner, a great Shuang Er Kang distributor. You should cheer up..."

"Alright, alright, enough with the grand principles."

I get annoyed by grand pronouncements, so I pointed at Dou Qiang and asked, "Old squad leader, have you signed up yet? Have you paid the money? Have you joined the pyramid scheme?"