Siheyuan: The romantic and suave Xu Damao

After dinner, Xu Damao took a short rest and continued his journey to Fenghe Village.

At around two o'clock in the afternoon, Xu Damao finally arrived at Fenghe Village.

The village is not big, but it is very lively. Perhaps because it is next to Feng River, Xu Damao saw many villagers taking hoes or iron forks to the Feng River, breaking the ice and taking out the fish that were frozen to death on the ice. The village was full of life.

Xu Damao pushed his bicycle and looked around, looking for a suitable place to show the movie.

After completing the handover with the village chief, Xu Damao was arranged to rest. As he had not slept most of the night because of the grain sales, he was already exhausted and fell into a deep sleep as soon as he touched the bed.

"It's time for dinner, comrade projectionist!" At around five o'clock in the afternoon, the village chief's voice woke Xu Damao from his sleep.

Walking into the cafeteria, the food on the table looked pretty good. The steamed bread made of sweet potato flour and corn flour, mixed with dried sweet potato leaves and peanuts, had a unique taste and flavor. In addition, there was a big bowl of cabbage stewed with tofu and a bowl of fried potato chips. This meal was extremely rich.

After dinner, night fell and Xu Damao began to show the movie. After the movie ended, he packed up the projection equipment, washed up quickly and went to bed.

The next morning, Xu Damao enjoyed a simple breakfast with Murakami's hospitality, and when he left, he received a hen and a bag of peanuts as gifts.

Xu Damao politely gave him a pack of Daqianmen cigarettes in return. He then rode his bicycle towards the capital, pedaling furiously along the way. The speed of his 28-inch bicycle was so fast that it seemed to smoke, attracting many passers-by to stop and watch and point fingers at him.

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By noon, Xu Damao arrived in the capital safely.

He did not go back to the steel mill immediately, but came to the market outside Nanluoguxiang, looking for Zhang Tietou and Huang Genwang.

Last night, Xu Damao had given them orders that they could sleep a little longer this morning, but they must come out to set up stalls at a fixed location at noon.

Zhang Tietou and Huang Genwang were standing far away, and they saw the tall and mighty Xu Damao pushing a cart towards them. However, because of the rules set by Xu Damao, they did not dare to greet him and could only pretend to be strangers.

"Big brother, what are you interested in? Our prices here are absolutely fair and suitable for all ages!" When Xu Damao stopped in front of his stall, Zhang Tietou walked up to him and asked with a smile.

"How much is this thing?" Xu Damao picked up an exquisite silver bracelet and asked Zhang Tietou.

"This is a top-quality silver bracelet. Look at the exquisite patterns on it. It was made by a famous craftsman during the Republic of China period! Such a good bracelet only costs five dollars!" Zhang Tietou introduced enthusiastically.

"Okay, I'll take this bracelet. These two jade and silver hair ornaments are also nice. Pack them for me."

As Xu Damao spoke, he took out ten yuan from his pocket and handed it to Zhang Tietou. Zhang Tietou took it swiftly and then quickly changed one yuan back.

Zhang Tietou's hands kept moving, but he was muttering to himself in his heart: "What's going on? Why do he suddenly want to buy a bracelet?" He really couldn't understand his elder brother's thoughts, but he still packed the thing and handed it to Xu Damao.

Xu Damao didn't explain anything. He just thought that this bracelet was very suitable for Zhao Fangfang, and the two jade and silver hairpins were also very beautiful. They could be given to the sisters Cuilan and Cuinong.

"Have you eaten?"

Xu Damao suddenly asked in a low voice.

"Not yet, bro."

Zhang Tietou also answered in a low voice.

"Let Genwang watch the stall. Let's go have some food. You talk to Genwang."

Zhang Tietou didn't say anything more, but turned and walked to Huang Genwang, said a few words to him, and then left with Xu Damao.

Xu Damao pushed the cart forward, Zhang Tietou followed closely behind him, and they arrived at a restaurant.

In a small private room, Xu Damao ordered two dishes and two bowls of steaming noodles. After the waiter left, he took out a wad of money, about a hundred yuan, and handed it to Zhang Tietou.

"Hey, big brother, what are you doing? Put it away!"

Zhang Tietou quickly waved his hands with a sincere smile on his face, as if he was sincerely refusing the money.

"Don't be polite to me. This is the reward you deserve. You've been busy for two nights, how can I let you waste your efforts? Take it!"

Xu Damao had a sly smile on his face and stared at Zhang Tietou.

"Really, no need, big brother. The two of us usually set up a stall, and the money we earn is enough to cover our expenses."

Zhang Tietou continued to refuse with sincere words, "Besides, Big Brother told us before that if we work with you, we can not only fill our stomachs, but also take flour home. How could we possibly ask for your money?"

"Hmm..." Xu Damao nodded slightly to show his understanding.

"Okay, in that case, I'll keep it for you. Come back to me when you need it."

Xu Damao put the money back into his pocket, and a barely perceptible smile flashed across his eyes.

"Thank you, brother!"

Zhang Tietou was moved to tears and thanked him repeatedly.

"Why thank you? We are all family. If you have any difficulties in the future, just ask. Don't be shy."

Xu Damao patted Zhang Tietou on the shoulder with a friendly tone.

"Okay, big brother."

Zhang Tietou nodded vigorously, his heart filled with gratitude.

"By the way, Tietou, have you discussed with Gengwang about not taking the money?"

"Well, we discussed it last night. Big brother, if you give me money, I must not accept it." Zhang Tietou nodded vigorously.

"That's fine. Since you two don't want it, I'll take it back. Don't regret it. If you want it again later, I won't give it to you. There's no use regretting it." Xu Damao joked with a smile.

"No regrets, no regrets." Zhang Tietou nodded quickly.

"Have you asked the owner of the warehouse how much he would like to buy it for?" Xu Damao asked as if he suddenly remembered something.

"Ah, brother, we got up late today. It was almost noon before we got up to set up the stall. We didn't even have breakfast, and we didn't have time to find the owner of the warehouse." Zhang Tietou scratched his head embarrassedly.

"But you don't have to worry, brother. The owner of this warehouse seems to be in urgent need of money. It is obvious that he wants to sell the warehouse." Zhang Tietou continued.

"Is that so? Then you must hurry up and ask, and try to take over this warehouse as soon as possible." Xu Damao reminded.