Siheyuan: I am the seventh uncle of Banggen

"How about I go fishing on Sunday?" He Yuzhu thought about it and couldn't find a better idea, so he thought of the new dish that Zhang Dabao taught him, boiled fish.

"Can you do it? I've never seen you caught. I'd better go find Da Biao, and you can help me cook when the time comes. We can't eat in our courtyard, so we can eat at Zhao Chunyan's house," said Zhang Cuihua.

"Then you have to call Dongxu and Chang Chao. They are a bunch of old ladies. It would be too embarrassing for a grown man like me," He Yuzhu said after thinking for a while.

"What's so scary about this? We are all acquaintances," Zhang Cuihua said to He Yuzhu with contempt.

"What's so scary? You always show people the melons? Isn't that man afraid? The key is that you gathered the most famous old women on the street together. One of them is enough to make people suffer, but who can stand a group of people like this?" He Yuzhu thought to himself as he watched Zhang Cuihua's receding back.

After Zhang Cuihua got home from get off work in the afternoon, she told Zhang Dabao about her request for fish and told him that she had the funds. She also gave Zhang Dabao 20 yuan and said she wanted to treat Zhao Chunyan and others to boiled fish.

Zhang Dabiao saw Zhang Cuihua's mysterious look and smiled. "Did you get it done? Did your cousin give you a reward?"

Zhang Cuihua nodded and whispered, "I gave you several dozen more."

"Okay, I'll go catch some big fish for you, and then let Brother Zhuzi cook it for the people at home again. I don't want any fee, you can keep it for a safe." Zhang Dabao pushed back the money given by Zhang Cuihua.

Zhang Dabao had dealt with Zhao Chunyan before and knew the fighting power of these old ladies. What he didn't expect was that Zhang Cuihua had also learned to use these powers. It was really unexpected.

I promised to catch fish for Zhang Cuihua, so I went to a big place to catch more. I caught too much and could not finish it by boiling it in water. I pickled it into salted fish, which was also very delicious with rice.

Zhang Dabao also thought of the place he wanted to go, which was Guanting Reservoir. This was the first large reservoir built after the founding of the People's Republic of China. It has been built for more than six years. The Yongding River upstream has water all year round, so there must be fish entering the reservoir.

Zhang Dabao took out the large water bucket he had welded at the steel rolling mill, and he and Jia Dongxu carried it into the compartment of the motorcycle.

"Seventh Uncle, your bucket is too big. How many fish can we catch?" Jia Dongxu asked.

"Early tomorrow morning, I'm going to go somewhere far away. There must be big fish there. How can I not catch a few if I go such a long distance?" Zhang Dabao said to Jia Dongxu who was full of envy.

"How about I go with you?" Jia Dongxu said.

"You must not go. The water there is very deep. If you fall in, I can't pull you out. Don't you know that you are a water criminal?" Zhang Dabao directly rejected Jia Dongxu.

After putting the bucket away, Jia Dongxu was still looking at the motorcycle with envy.

"Okay, wait until I catch the fish and let you have a good meal. Isn't your mother going to treat us? You can go and accompany her," Zhang Dabia suggested.

"I won't go. How can I handle my mother's friends? They will eat me." Jia Dongxu was immediately scared.

Today I made an appointment with Lou Xiaoe to play cards, and we had another happy evening of sex.

Early the next morning, Zhang Dabao drove a motorcycle towards Guanting Reservoir, which is about 80 kilometers away from Beijing. He set off at five in the morning and it was already past eight when he arrived at the reservoir.

To be honest, the scenery is beautiful where there are mountains and water. When he arrived here and parked the car, Zhang Dabao went into the water and dived deep into the water. In the water, he sensed the situation of the surrounding fish and hit them with his palms from time to time. The big fish were stunned and floated to the surface. In less than an hour, the big bucket was almost full.

There was no one around the reservoir now. Zhang Dabao even practiced his Meteor Sword Technique. The sword light flashed in the air like dazzling meteors.

After practicing sword skills, he practiced the "Tian Yi Heart Method" by the water. The weather was getting hot, and Zhang Dabao had to take out a lot of ice cubes from the space and throw them into the bucket to cool the fish.

Before leaving, secure the bucket and put ice cubes in it again.

We drove south, taking a break every hour to add ice to the bucket. When we added ice for the third time, we were already in the city. We parked the car and took a break in the woods. Before we got back to the car, we heard someone calling us.

"Bai Lu, it's you again, are you alone? Good things happened to you once when I saw you, you should be the same as me." Zhang Dabao saw Bai Lu again and said to her with a smile.

"What are you talking about? This is superstition. Going shopping again?" Bai Lu was of course not alone, there was a girl with her.

"This is my job. You have a great job, collecting folk songs every day? Where is your weird-looking boyfriend?" Zhang Dabao teased her.

Chapter 222 Chrysanthemum Fish

"He's not my boyfriend, he's a friend my mom introduced me to," Bai Lu quickly corrected, "He's going to be shot. I heard he killed three people."

"He is so bold that he dares to kill people?" Zhang Dabao asked in surprise.

"How should I know? We are not familiar with each other. After Cui Zhong got into trouble, his father came to me and asked about you. Didn't you slap him a few times at that time?" Bai Lu reminded Zhang Dabao.

"Did he ask for money? Should I return it to him?" Zhang Dabao's heart skipped a beat.

"Who knows what he's thinking? He's no longer the director and his family has moved from the bureau's staff quarters to Xinjiekou. He must be feeling disappointed. You'd better be careful, in case he takes his anger out on you." Bai Lu reminded him out of righteousness.

"He also has a house in Xinjiekou?" asked Zhang Dasifa.

"Of course there is. It's a private courtyard with an entrance. Cui Zhong said it's right at the corner of the street. He has been the director for so many years, how could he not have money?" Bai Lu complained.

"That's what a friend says. Let me treat you to a fish today." Zhang Dabao fished a fish out of the bucket, pulled some grass from the roadside, tied it to the fish's mouth, and handed it to Bai Lu.

"Such a big fish?" Bai Lu said a little embarrassedly.

"I bought two extra fish today. Thank you for reminding me. I have to go. You should go back soon too. The fish will stink if you go back at night." Zhang Dabao said and got into the car and left.

"Bai Lu, you are such a generous friend. This fish weighs almost ten kilograms," said the girl who came with Bai Lu.

"Go back and have dinner at my house tonight and eat this fish," Bai Lu said to her friend.

"No, I'm going to go home and have a rest. Creation requires inspiration. You can't just force it. After you have a good rest, you can create again." After saying that, the girl left. Bai Lu had to go back home by herself.

Zhang Dabao returned to Yard 95 and called Jia Dongxu. The big bucket was full of water and fish and could not be lifted down. Zhang Dabao put the fish in a small bucket, and Jia Dongxu was responsible for transporting it to the water tank in the backyard. When there was no fish in the big iron bucket, he drained the water and lifted the bucket down.

"Seventh Uncle, there are too many fish. You really should have asked me to go. Maybe I could have caught a few more if I had gone." Jia Dongxu kept muttering after he carried all the fish back to the backyard.

"Dongxu, have you ever thought that if you fell into the water, I would be so busy saving you that I would not have time to catch fish. So it would be better for everyone if you don't go to the water." Zhang Dabao couldn't help but said to him again.

"I can't fall every time I catch fish, right?" Jia Dongxu said in a low voice.

"Didn't you fall into the water that time? You even know the joke about the stick. Staying at home obediently is better than anything else. When is your mother going to treat us to a meal?" Zhang Dabao asked Jia Dongxu.

"It's tonight. She will be back soon. She will let Zhuzi be the chef and ask me to have dinner with those old ladies. I don't want to go at all," Jia Dongxu frowned.

"Isn't Brother Zhule here too? What are you afraid of with him here?" Zhang Dabao comforted him.

"How many does your mother use? Forget it, you don't know either." Zhang Dabao thought about it and stopped talking. Jia Dongxu wanted to refute, but when he opened his mouth, he didn't know what to say because he really didn't know.

"Just get the fish yourself later. Don't call me. I'll take a rest. I got up too early this morning." Zhang Dabao said to Jia Dongxu and returned to his room.

Sometimes you want to sleep but you can't, and sometimes when you fall asleep, some people will wake you up. Zhang Dabao fell asleep, but not long after, Zhang Cuihua and He Yuzhu came, because Zhang Dabao told Zhang Cuihua to let He Yuzhu cook one for his family before leaving, so they caught fish, killed fish, sliced ​​fish, lit the fire, and poured oil.

After the dish was finally cooked, Zhang Cuihua discussed with He Yu how many fish to use, which made Zhang Dabao go crazy. When he got up, Zhang Cuihua and the other two had agreed that Jia Dongxu would take the fish, while He Yuzhu and Zhang Cuihua would take some knives and seasonings and leave, leaving Zhang Dabao with no place to vent his anger.

Zhang Dabao looked at the water tank and saw that there were still a dozen fish. He wondered if he should give them away. He couldn't finish them all. Then he changed his mind and decided to forget it. Now was a difficult time. Giving fish away to relatives and friends would not be good for him or them. He should just keep them and treat them to a meal when he had the chance.

"Sister-in-law, come over for a drink with Brother Damao later. Zhuzi made boiled fish for us." Zhang Dabao saw Lou Xiao'e coming out. Now their Xu family had a good relationship. Xu Damao and Lou Xiao'e both went to his courtyard to use the toilet. When passing by the door, Zhang Dabao stopped her.

"It's too spicy," said Lou Xiao'e.

"It's so hot today, eating spicy food can make you sweat. It's better to sweat more now, which can expel the toxins from the body," Zhang Dabao said to her.

"I don't dare to eat anymore. I'm not afraid of sweating, but my stomach can't take it. You and Damao can eat it." Lou Xiao'e still didn't dare.

"By the way, your body can't take it, so how about I give you another dish of chrysanthemum fish?" Zhang Dabao said.

"There is also chrysanthemum fish? Can you make it?" Lou Xiao'e was born in a wealthy family and she had actually eaten chrysanthemum fish.

"Sister-in-law, chrysanthemum fish is a traditional famous dish. The finished dish looks like blooming chrysanthemums, with realistic shape, bright colors, and exuding tempting aroma. It tastes crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, sweet and sour and refreshing. I've learned how to make it. You can try it later to see if it's authentic," said Zhang Dabao.

"Da Biao, you are really good. You can do everything." Lou Xiao'e couldn't help but praise Zhang Da Biao.

"I can also play poker. How about we play another round tonight?" Zhang Dabao said.

"No, I can't stand it." Lou Xiao'e fled in panic.

Zhang Dabao first steamed the rice, then took out a grass carp, removed the head and tail, cut it into pieces, soaked it in salt water, sprinkled it with starch, fried it in a pan, and finally fried the soup and poured it on the fried fish.

The chrysanthemum fish is out of the pot, and the large group of people who have just got off work have also returned. The first one to come to the backyard must be Banggeng.

"Seventh Uncle, what is this?" Banggeng had sharp eyes and saw the chrysanthemum fish that had just come out of the pot.

"This is chrysanthemum fish, it's delicious, but your father is not here, what a pity," said Zhang Dabao.

"It doesn't matter. I'll wait for him to come back and tell him the taste. Is it delicious?" Bang Geng asked again.

"Of course it's delicious. Now wait for your mother and Yu Shui to come back, then we'll start eating. We'll have boiled fish today," said Zhang Dabia.

"Boiled fish is delicious, but my stomach can't take it. I can only eat two bowls at most today," said Bang Geng.

"Your stomach should be fine after eating two bowls. I ate two bowls last time and nothing happened," Zhang Dabao said to Bang Geng.

"I'll eat two bowls too," Jia Jingshu also ran over.

"Eat two bowls each." Zhang Dabao picked up Jingshu.

Chapter 223 Fish Feast

"Eat the new dish chrysanthemum fish first, then the boiled fish. Remember to taste the sticky rice. Tell Dongxu about it and let's eat." When everyone was gathered, Zhang Dabao said, and everyone stretched out their chopsticks for the chrysanthemum fish.

"Brother Damao, sister-in-law, have you ever tried this dish? How does it taste?" Zhang Dabao asked the two.

"It's so authentic. If you take the exam, Dabiao, you will at least be a level five chef," Xu Damao praised.

"Zhuzi's cooking skills are better than mine, so why is he still a level eight chef?" Zhang Dabao has never understood this question.

"He has such a sharp tongue. The canteen director didn't even sign him up. How could he take the exam? Besides, the highest level of chefs in our factory is level six. Even a level one chef is paid the price of a level six chef. This is determined by the nature of the factory," Xu Damao explained the reason.

"It will be better this time. He married Sister Lianhua and became a relative of Deputy Director Li. The canteen director will definitely not stop him this time. He should be able to reach Level 7," Xu Damao said to everyone after taking a sip of wine.

"Brother Damao is right. If you want to get a high salary, you have to get promoted. Once you become a deputy director, you are a deputy section-level cadre and can earn 87.5 yuan a month. My brother is at the section-level, so his salary should be 103 yuan," said Huang Xinsheng.

"Isn't Zhuzi the squad leader?" Qin Huairu asked.

"The squad leader is not a regular cadre and is paid two yuan a month for leading the squad," said Xu Damao.

"Brother Damao, I heard that Deputy Director Liu who is in charge of the small canteen is going to retire? Did you know about this?" Huang Xinsheng asked Xu Damao.

"I haven't noticed, but Liu Chengcai is almost sixty years old this year. If he retires, can the pillar still be put up?" Xu Damao asked again.

Huang Xinsheng and Xu Damao then analyzed the situation and felt that He Yuzhu had a chance to become deputy director, but it was not very likely, as there were several people ahead of him in line. In terms of qualifications, business, and relationships, they were all better than He Yuzhu.

"Everything depends on human efforts," Zhang Dabao said at last, smiled at everyone and changed the subject.

"Banggeng, how is your meal?" Xu Damao also likes to tease Banggeng now.

"I'm full. Now I'm trying to recall what the chrysanthemum fish tastes like. I'll tell my dad when he comes," said Bang Geng.

"Be sure to describe it in more detail, such as the color, pattern, sweetness and sourness. It would be a shame if your father didn't get to eat such delicious food. I'm afraid he wouldn't be happy about it." Xu Damao gave Banggeng some hints.

"I remember it all. I'll go talk to Aunt Si Ni and Xiao Zheng and the others and practice it first." Bang Geng thought for a while and ran to the front yard.

"Are you unhappy that Dongxu doesn't spank you?" Zhang Dabao said to Xu Damao with a smile.

"With Aunt Jia protecting me, I won't be beaten." Xu Damao also laughed.