Siheyuan: Craftsmen of a Great Country

When Jiang Chen and his party returned home, it was already dark.

With Jia Dongxu's burial, the courtyard that had been struggling for several days finally returned to its former tranquility.

Liu Yue went to the kitchen to pour a cup of hot water and placed it next to Jiang Chen.

Then someone skillfully lit a cigarette for Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen asked with a smile: "Xiaoyue, are you tired after working for a day?"

Liu Yue shook her head: "I'm fine. I just moved my mouth and didn't touch the ground much."

Zhang Cui snorted: "I've forgotten my mother now that I have a wife. Why don't you ask me if I'm tired?"

Jiang Chen said: "Mom, you are in great shape. This intensity is much easier than working in the village. You will definitely not be tired."

Zhang Cui did not refute: "It's better to have more people. If it depends on me and Xiaojun, I'm afraid we won't be able to do it if we miss one month."

Jiang Chen nodded: "Whether it's work or labor, it all depends on an atmosphere. If the atmosphere is good, the efficiency will be high."

"But probably most of the rest will depend on you two. I can't keep bothering others."

Zhang Cui nodded: "I know."

Liu Yue said: "If the food is like this in the future, I guess they will be eager to come and help every day."

Not many people are willing to live with such a standard of food.

Money aside, He Yuyu's craftsmanship alone requires a better chef from a state-owned hotel to have this level.

On weekdays, a few people are willing to go to restaurants.

Jiang Chen waved his hand: "Then we can't bother others all the time. Otherwise, the more favors we owe, the more we owe and it will be difficult to repay. Besides, it's easy to be used as a handle by those who are interested."

In this day and age, whether it’s the notice of workers being exploited or the employment relationship, it’s easy to be put on the line.

Therefore, Jiang Chen never mentioned the matter of wages, and would rather spend more money on food than pay wages directly, which was more convenient and hassle-free.

Although this kind of temporary employment is generally not a problem.

But Jiang Chen, who was already on the verge of danger, still tried not to give people more excuses for nothing.

Liu Yue nodded: "From now on, if there are important things that need to be rushed, let's ask them to help."

Jiang Chen said: "Well, that's what it means. Okay, everyone is tired, let's go to bed early."

Zhao Qi, who had been silent all this time, suddenly summoned up the courage to say: "Third Aunt, can I discuss something with you?"

Zhang Cui was stunned: "Qiqi, just tell me if you have anything to do. Why are you and the third aunt so polite?"

Jiang Chen frowned: "Mom, I think it's definitely not good, so don't discuss it."

Zhao Qi snorted: "It's none of your business that I'm discussing things with Third Aunt."

Then he turned to Zhang Cui and said, "Third Aunt, Uncle Lei told me today that my house has been installed and I can move in in two days."

"I'm timid, and someone just died here, so I don't dare to live there alone. Do you think we can do this? Let's change rooms. You can stay in my room, and I'll stay here."

Sima Zhao's heart was known to everyone, and Zhao Qi's calculations could not be hidden from anyone present.

Zhang Cui glanced at Jiang Chen and said nothing.

Obviously this matter was not trivial, and it was difficult for her to make a decision at the moment.

Jiang Chen chuckled and said: "You are a coward, you dare to run around alone in Sijiu City, and you dare to cross the graveyard late at night, are you a coward?"

"Besides, if you are afraid, isn't my mother afraid?"

Zhao Qi scratched his neck and said, "I'm a coward if I say I'm a coward. I want you to take care of me."

"I'm discussing things with Third Aunt, could you please stop interrupting?"

Jiang Chen said: "You are plotting against my house, can I not speak up?"

Zhao Qi said: "Isn't your house the third aunt's house? Doesn't the third aunt have no decision-making power?"

This girl uses all kinds of tricks.

Jiang Chen was a little worried. With Zhang Cuihu's arrogant character, he might actually be fooled.

Sure enough, Zhang Cui nodded: "Of course I have the right to decide."

"I also think it's inappropriate for me, an old lady, to live with you young people all the time. It would be good to move to Qiqi's house."

"It's all in this courtyard anyway, just a few steps away."

Jiang Chen quickly stopped: "Mom, there are a lot of valuables in my house, and many of them cannot be shown to outsiders. We can't let her live here forever."

Zhao Qi looked at Zhang Cui aggrievedly: "Third Aunt, look at him. He doesn't treat me as an outsider and calls me a thief."

She had finally caught Jiang Chen's weakness.

If there is only one person in this world who can influence Jiang Chen's decision, it must be Zhang Cui.

Although he is a time traveler, he is not like grass and trees. Zhang Cui's care and love for Jiang Chen made him feel warm and he already recognized this mother in his heart.

Zhang Cui glared at Jiang Chen: "Speak carefully, I watched Qiqi grow up, I don't know who she is."

Zhao Qi said: "How about we vote by a show of hands, the majority obeys the minority."

“Raise your hands if you agree to let me live here.”

After saying that, she raised her hands high.

Then, Zhang Cui also raised his hand to express his agreement.

And the one who was faster than Zhang Cui was Liu Yue.

After Zhao Qi raised her hand, she raised her hand and sold Jiang Chen.

Jiang Chen sighed and compromised: "I'm so stupid, really. There are three women in a drama, and I thought I was the protagonist."

"You can stay if you want, but the soundproofing effect of the room is average. Don't blame me if you don't sleep well at night."

Liu Yue's face turned red.

Zhao Qi also turned red.

Only Zhang Cui's face remained normal. After all, she hoped the two of them would work hard to create humans, and wished she could hear that sweet sound every day.

Besides, no matter what, there are two rooms with a wall in between, which is much better than having a curtain in the middle of Jia's house.

Jiang Chen turned around and stared at Liu Yue fiercely: "Good guy, turn your elbows outward, just wait for the family method."

A strange feeling surged from her heart, and Liu Yue suddenly felt uncomfortable all over her body, her head lowered.

At this time, there was a knock on the door.

Jiang Chen stood up and opened the door in confusion, and saw You Fengxia standing at the door, pushing a bicycle in her hand.

Facing the doubtful eyes, You Fengxia said: "Brother Chen, didn't you say you wanted to buy a bicycle for your aunt during the day? I'm here to give you a bicycle."

Jiang Chen said: "Is it so efficient?"

You Fengxia nodded: "I asked before going home, and a friend happened to have tickets, so I brought them over."

"I have friends who sell bicycles, and delivery is very fast."

Jiang Chen knew that the actual process was definitely not as easy as she said: "Thank you for your hard work, come in!"

You Fengxia nodded and pushed the car through the door.

After entering the door, he greeted everyone obediently: "Hello auntie, hello two sisters."

In terms of age, she is older than Liu Yue, who just turned 18, but she still calls her sister.

Jiang Chen said: "Didn't I say to buy another bicycle today? She gave it to me."

Zhang Cui frowned and said, "Why buy another bicycle?"

Jiang Chen said: "It's for you and Xiaojun. You two may have to run to the factory every day in the future. It will be more convenient to have a car."

Zhang Cui was a little unhappy: "It's only a few steps away. We can walk there and we don't have to rush."

Jiang Chen advised: "If it is normal, of course you can just walk. But you are not allowed to buy seeds, fertilizers, etc. It will be very difficult to carry it without a car."

"Besides, Xiaojun needs a car when he gets to the city. It will be more convenient for him to go out in the future. It will also be easier for him to find a wife in the future."

With this said, Zhang Cui no longer objected.

People have traveled thousands of miles to come to Sijiucheng to help, and every aspect has to be taken into account.

Jiang Chen turned around and asked You Fengxia: "How much is the total?"

You Fengxia waved her hand: "It's all about money. I gave this car to my aunt."

Jiang Chen was startled: "I know you are not short of money, but you still have to give what you should give. Just tell me the number."

Zhang Cui also said: "My child, this is inappropriate. It's not easy for you to live alone in Sijiu City. It's not easy for you to help Xiaochen get a car and a ticket, so how can you still spend money?"

You Fengxia stepped forward and took Zhang Cui's arm affectionately: "Auntie, please don't be polite to me. I lost my relatives when I was very young, and I have experienced the warmth and coldness of the world by myself in this city."

"But from the first time I saw you, I felt friendly, just like my mother. Seeing your family living happily together is so warm and happy, I am very envious."

"So this car is considered a gift from me. As long as I miss home in the future, I will come and chat with you, auntie. If you don't mind me, just drive me away."

"If possible, it would be better if I could be with you during the holidays."

Zhang Cui suddenly felt soft after hearing this: "Auntie also wants someone to talk to me often. From now on, when Auntie is not here, she will just work in the fields. You can come to me at any time."

"You can come over anytime during the New Year or holidays. I'll let Xiaoyue prepare delicious food for you. Just treat this place as your home."

You Fengxia smiled: "Yeah, thank you, auntie! I'll go first then."

Zhang Cui said: "You accept the money first."

You Fengxia smiled and said: "Auntie, you told me to treat this place as my home. How can I still collect money to buy a car for my family?"

"Okay, I'm leaving now. You guys should rest early."

When you're done, turn around and leave.

Zhang Cui looked at You Fengxia's back: "What a good child, what a pitiful child!"

Jiang Chen frowned slightly and changed the subject: "Okay, let's go to bed. We have to go to work tomorrow."

You Fengxia's behavior was a bit abnormal.

As a businessman, you will never make a loss-making business.

You Fengxia has been in the market for a long time, and she will never give away such valuable things.

When she got close to Zhang Cui, she was definitely taking a curveball route to save the country, and she should have come to him in the end.

And what I pictured is probably far more than the value of Yiliang’s bicycle.

Jiang Chen was secretly vigilant.