The strong fisherman in the courtyard

In fact, it is understandable. After all, not everyone can go to school now.

Even in later generations, there were many people who could not go to school normally, and this was also the case in Beijing in the 50s.

In the original plot, the great thief was able to go to school. I guess the Jia family’s ancestors must be very happy!

From this direction, Li Ming could just see the two brothers of the Niu family busy in the kitchen. As for the tall and strong Niu Zhuang, he didn't have any formal job now. He just went out to carry heavy things and do odd jobs every day.

As I said before, in the old city in the 50s, it was not easy to become a formal employee in a large state-owned factory.

As for his sister, Li Rui, it can only be said that she benefited purely from Li Ming's help. If Li Ming did not have the system, it would have been quite difficult for him to deal with the matter of his sister.

Of course, there is another point, that is, Niu Zhuang is not very old, the same age as Li Ming. The child just looks older. As for his physique?

It can only be said that they all eat the same food, but they look different. This can also be regarded as a gift.

Li Ming was willing to lend a helping hand. If he could find someone who could do things as well as Wang Da and Wang Er, he would have less worries in the future.

Besides, this guy is not a street urchin, so I feel more at ease using him.

Although the black market stall is run by two brothers, Ma Hua and Wang Dawang, it would be more reassuring to do business with more people, right?

Of course, Li Ming also wanted to help these two people. They were both people with miserable lives. He, Li Ming, might not be able to help everyone, but he would still help to the best of his ability.

The Buddha only saved ordinary people, let alone a small time traveler like him?

As for whether they can be loyal or kind-hearted, in fact, people in this era don’t have so many bad intentions. Of course, the courtyard house where Li Ming lives is a fucking exception!

I don’t think there’s another exception in the entire city!

If worst comes to worst, Li Ming still has the system. He can take the opportunity to input these people working in the black market and see what their friendship values ​​are.

If there is any accident, it can be avoided in advance, which is very simple.

. . . . . .

"Lunch is here!"

Just when Li Ming was daydreaming, Niu Lili's voice rang out in the room. Li Ming turned around and saw the brother and sister, one big and one small, walking out of the kitchen with plates in their hands.

"Thanks to Mingzi, we can have a better meal at noon today, haha."

Niu Zhuang and the other man put the food aside, sat at the table and talked with a smile.

"Then wait until next time. Next time I'll borrow your blessing and improve myself."

Li Ming looked at the dishes on the table. Apart from anything else, just from the appearance and aroma, there was absolutely nothing wrong with them.

"Smells good, right? My sister and I are pretty good at this!"

Li Ming glanced at them and asked, "Are you exploiting a teenager?"

"Hey, you can't say that. Our Lili is also contributing to the family!"

Niu Zhuang said with a smile while touching Niu Lili's head.

I don’t know if all brothers like to touch their sisters’ heads, but Li Ming likes it too.

It feels like petting a cat, so addictive!

"Come on, forget it. It will get cold if you don't eat it now! It's still very cold now!"

Niu Zhuang called out to Li Ming, "Would you like to drink?"

"And you?"

"I don't like it."

Niu Zhuang shook his head.

"What a coincidence! I don't like this either. Let's just eat it today!"

"Okay, okay, let's eat it quickly and you can try it too."

"Otherwise it will be a waste if it gets cold!"

The three of them were not as reserved as they had been when they first met. Instead, each one was more relaxed than the other and just started working.

. . . . . .

The three of them just ate, without chatting or drinking, and they can be considered professional foodies.

The whole table of food was cleaned up in less than half an hour. With two big bellies like Li Ming and Niu Zhuang, there was not a single leftover from today’s lunch.

"belch!"

Niu Zhuang burped and handed Li Ming a cigarette.

Chapter 229 New members join

"Brother, what you eat is almost the same as mine. This is the first time I've met someone who eats the same as me!"

Niu Zhuang grinned.

Li Ming lit up a cigarette and smoked it. A cigarette after dinner is like being a living god!

"Don't look at me because I'm thin. Haha, I'm still good at eating."

"Your appetite is really a burden these days."

Niu Zhuang shook his head and smiled bitterly.

"That's not the case. We, the purchasers, are not going to starve to death. We still have enough food at home."

Li Ming really wanted to bring this guy in to expand his team, but he also had to see if he would take the bait. After all, it was not a good deal to rush in.

When Niu Zhuang heard what Li Ming said, he felt even more bitter. What this man said was indeed the truth. If he had a formal job these days, he couldn't say that he was sitting on the Diaoyutai, but at least he could keep his position half secure.

Then I thought about my sister, who was only about ten years older than me. It would be even more painful for me if she suffered with me!

After all, there is no brother who doesn’t want his sister to have a hard life, right?

"Brother, today is the first day we met. Logically, I shouldn't ask, but you can see that my sister is only 10 years old and I have a big appetite."

Niu Zhuang's face flushed and he looked a little shy. Li Ming did not interrupt him and just listened quietly.

"If your family has more food, how about I buy some from you?"

After Niu Zhuang finished saying this, he lowered his head. If he were alone, there was no way he would make such a request to someone he met on the first day. Although he could borrow some money from the people in their courtyard, it was not a long-term matter after all.

What's more, everyone is having a hard time now, and it is a rare thing for Niu Zhuang to meet someone like Li Ming who has no shortage of food.

If this were put in a game, it would definitely be considered an adventure.

After listening to this, Li Ming patted Niu Zhuang's shoulder with a smile. Those who are reluctant to let their own sister suffer are all good brothers.

As a good brother, there should be no problem with his character!

If there really is a problem, then he can deal with it according to the method he had thought of long ago.

"I understand. I have a sister too. Are you free now? If you are free, I can take you for a stroll."

"Maybe you don't have to buy my food. Who knows, you might be able to find a long-term and profitable business!"

Niu Zhuang was completely confused. He did have some brains, otherwise he would not have chosen to call the police in the courtyard next door that morning.

But he really couldn't react to what Li Ming said for a while.

But she still nodded. "Lili, Mingzi and I are going to go out for a while. You stay at home by yourself this afternoon."

"Okay, brother!"

Niu Zhuang has the habit of telling his sister before going out. Normally, if Niu Zhuang goes out, his sister Niu Lili will not go out.

It is still risky for a teenage girl to go out these days.

"Then let's go?"

Niu Zhuang turned his head and looked at Li Ming and asked.

"Well, you're quite happy!"

Li Ming joked cheerfully.

"Well, what else can you want from me? Why would anyone care about me? At most, I am just a piece of strong arm."

Niu Zhuang touched his head and said happily.

"Okay, let's go there, I'll take you to see it."

Seeing this, Li Ming didn't say anything more and took Niu Zhuang and the other man straight to Baishun Hutong.

If he could succeed today, his team would be even stronger. Besides, it's so close to their Li family, so if anything happens, it would be easy to spread the word.

. . . . . .

Baishun Hutong, the homes of Wang Da and Wang Er.

"Mingzi, is this your place too?"

Niu Zhuang asked as he looked at a separate courtyard in front of him.

"I rent it. I usually use it to store things. There are two brothers living here too, so it's a good opportunity for them to look at things."

Li Ming explained with a smile and knocked on the door.

This made Niu Zhuang even more curious about Li Ming's business, but he could now see that this guy was not short of money, and he probably didn't lack food either.

These days, most people can’t afford to support others.

When the two brothers Wang Da and Wang Er heard the knock on the door, they opened it from the inside without letting the two people wait any longer. Although they saw strangers when they opened the door, they didn't care.

These are all Li Ming's business. The boss doesn't care, so they don't need to say much.

"Brother Li."*2.

The two brothers were very tactful. They shouted without hesitation, which helped Li Ming gain some respect in front of Niu Zhuang.

"Come on, let's go in first and talk about it later."

Li Ming, smiling, led the three of them towards the yard. When they arrived at the main house, Niu Zhuang saw the piles of grain on the floor and his eyes almost popped out.

It's not just that they don't lack food, they're selling food on the black market!

Niu Zhuang never expected that the big grain seller on the black market was actually right next door to him!

He was also amazed at Li Ming's trust in him. They had only known each other for less than a day, and Li Ming dared to bring him here. Niu Zhuang was deeply moved.

He was originally thinking about buying grain, but Li Ming said that he might be able to get a long-term business. Only then did he realize that he, Lao Niu, had met a noble man today!

Li Ming asked Niu Zhuang to find a place to sit down, Wang Da went to make tea with great tact, and Wang Er followed Li Ming obediently.

"Brother, now you should know what kind of business I, a buyer, do."

Li Ming said with a smile.

Niu Zhuang nodded vigorously and swallowed his saliva, "Got it."

Then his eyes were filled with disbelief, "Brother, we've only known each other for less than a day, and you trust me so much?"

Li Ming nodded. He was confident, and he had a younger sister. People like Niu Zhuang were neither stupid nor foolish. He naturally knew what to say and what not to say.

"Do you want to fuck me?"

Niu Zhuang nodded vigorously. With a height of 1.9 meters and a sturdy figure, even nodding his head gave off an oppressive vibe.

Wang Da and Wang Er just stood aside without saying a word. They just followed whatever the boss said. It was very simple.

Moreover, with Li Ming bringing in new members, the two brothers can worry less. They can earn every penny and save energy at the same time. This is a good thing!

"I, Lao Niu, will do it to you, Brother Li!"

You see, people with brains are good. That idiot in their courtyard can't even catch up with half the brains of this old cow.

After Niu Zhuang shouted this, a bond was formed between them. As for the barrier that Niu Zhuang had just created when he arrived in this courtyard, it also disappeared.

Chapter 230 Friendly Value

"Okay, let Wang Da and Wang Er tell you about the situation. Your share will be the same as theirs. We have another person here. We will have a dinner party tonight, so we will call him over so you can get acquainted."

After Li Ming finished speaking, he stopped caring about it and asked Wang Da and Wang Er to take Niu Zhuang for a walk around the yard, while talking about the business they were doing.

It just so happens that Li Ming can worry less, as he is sitting there leisurely drinking tea.

His harvest today was quite good. He picked up a younger brother and added bricks and tiles to his own team.