Siheyuan: 55 years, starting from a buyer

"Oh, uncle, what's wrong with you? Why are you so angry?" Seeing Yan Fugui's momentum, Chen Sheng couldn't help but be shocked.

"Oh, it's you, Chen. I haven't seen you for several days." Yan Fugui only noticed his presence at this time and showed annoyance.

Mr. Chen replied: "I just came back from a business trip. What happened to make you so angry?"

"It's all because of that idiot Zhu! I'm really pissed off!" Yan Fugui's fury had not subsided and he continued to speak indignantly.

16rd Session

"Can I offend him?" Yan Fugui asked with a confused look on his face.

"Otherwise, wouldn't it be a problem if he did this for no reason?" Mr. Chen asked.

"I think it might be because Paijiecheng followed Liu Haizhong to the steel mill, and he might be a little unhappy." Yan Fugui thought for a while before answering.

"That's right, you must have offended him, and it's possible that you will be retaliated against." Mr. Chen shrugged helplessly.

"I just feel sorry for the money spent on the meal. Jie Cheng said the food he ordered was less than half of what he usually ordered," Yan Fugui revealed reluctantly.

"Over the years, if anyone accidentally offended him, he would always find an opportunity to take revenge," Mr. Chen continued, his voice a little heavy.

"Oh!" Yan Fugui sighed, seeming overwhelmed.

"Hehe." Looking at Yan Fugui's appearance, Chen Sheng couldn't help but laugh out loud.

"By the way, why do you smell like spice? Where are you going on your business trip?" Only then did Yan Fugui notice the spice smell on Chen Sheng's body and asked curiously.

"Hey, Uncle Yan really has a keen nose.

I've been riding for so long that I thought the smell had basically disappeared, but I didn't expect you to still notice it.

I went on a business trip to the meat processing plant. "Seeing Yan Fugui's sharp eyes, Chen Sheng simply said it directly.

"Ah! That place is really extraordinary! I never thought that you, Xiao Chen, would go on business to such a place. I really underestimated you. It turns out that you have an unknown side!" Yan Fugui's face was full of surprise, his eyes sparkling with eager anticipation.

“That’s exactly it.

After staying there for a few days, I feel like I have become much stronger. "Mr. Chen smiled and replied.

"Will you have the opportunity to go on a business trip there again in the future? It doesn't seem to be related to your main business?" Yan Fugui asked doubtfully. It was obvious that he was quite good at analyzing the essence of things.

“Well, the higher-ups have decided to monitor several important meat-consuming units, and we have formed a supervisory team whose main responsibility is to identify problems.

This job is actually quite tricky." Chen said, taking it seriously but also with a hint of sarcasm.

“You’re so lucky to have been selected.

At least the food can be improved." Yan Fugui said, almost drooling.

“It is absolutely certain.

The food there is much better than that at the steel mill, the price is half, and the quantity of meat is twice as much. "In fact, these are all false reports, just to make Yan Fugui laugh.

"Is there no other benefit? I don't believe it." Yan Fugui looked at Chen Sheng with a sharp gaze.

“Well, there is one good thing about it.

The meat processing factory promised that each person would be given five to six kilograms of meat after the task was completed. "Mr. Chen brought up this topic with ease.

"That's so much. Can you give me a discount when the time comes?" Yan Fugui swallowed his saliva when he heard it.

"Haha, I'm afraid not. I made it clear in advance that I only wanted to learn how to braise pork, and I didn't ask for meat.

It's not realistic to get such a discount. You want a bargain, but it's impossible. "Mr. Chen said jokingly.

"Oh, what a pity." I don't know whether Yan Fugui really regretted not getting the discount, or regretted that he couldn't buy the delicious meat that Chen Sheng mentioned.

"But it's good that you know how to deal in the meat business. At least it's a skill." Yan Fugui said enviously.

"Of course. There are many chefs there. Not to mention a few pounds of meat, even dozens of pounds may not be exchanged for the true skills." Mr. Chen explained the difference between them emotionally.

"Indeed." Yan Fugui showed a longing expression. For ordinary people, it would be a great thing if this skill could be used in the catering industry.

"If one day in the future you really send me more than ten pounds of pork, I will help you process and marinate it." Chen Sheng took the opportunity to tease Yan Fugui, making him feel itchy.

Chen Chengcheng began to think that this guy might not have the chance to taste braised food for many years.

"It's such a pity. I originally wanted to invite Uncle Yan to taste my cooking." Mr. Chen said in a somewhat lonely tone.

“Why bother? Just cook one dish for me to try next time.” Yan Fugui suggested.

"Hahaha, Uncle Yan, please stop teasing me.

Look at my meager subsidy, which is barely enough to cook, how can I have extra money to buy ingredients for braised food?

If the master hadn't asked me to do that, I'd have to save up for a few years." Chen Sheng said half-jokingly and with emotion.

"Alas." Yan Fugui sighed deeply. It seemed that his chance to take advantage was gone.

"Let's not talk about this for now. Is there any news in the yard recently?" Mr. Chen asked, changing the subject.

"What's the big deal? It's just that idiot Zhu did some inappropriate things that made people angry." Yan Fugui still couldn't get angry when he mentioned this name.

"Forget it, that's just his personality. Just call him Xie Chengcheng from now on and don't let anyone buy food from him anymore." Mr. Chen made a suggestion.

"This is the only temporary solution." Yan Fugui agreed helplessly.

"But have you heard that before the end of last year, the deaf old woman went to find a matchmaker again for that stupid Zhu?" Mr. Chen brought up this news seemingly casually.

"Oh, that's interesting, I haven't heard of it.

I'll keep an eye on it." Yan Fugui's eyes flashed with interest.

"You have to be more careful. I guess Shazhu got his lesson after that." Mr. Chen guessed.

"With that stupid look, he deserves to be single for the rest of his life." Yan Fugui made a fierce conclusion.

Mr. Chen thought to himself that with these guys around, it would be a fantasy for Sha Zhu to get married. Even if he did get married, it would be a mess because of this group of people.

Who wouldn't be careful when marrying off a daughter nowadays? If Yan Fugui said something bad about her, the marriage would probably fall through.

Especially since this Uncle Yan is guarding the door, one word from him could affect the overall situation.

It would be fine if only one person opposed it, but if the whole yard was condemning Sha Zhu, then his situation would be worrying.

Sha Zhu is already in his twenties and has no one to take care of things at home. He doesn't have a very good reputation in the factory and the yard, and he looks older than people in their forties or fifties.

What's more, he had offended people like Liu Haizhong, Xu Damao, and Yan Fugui, who specifically loved to make trouble for Sha Zhu.

Suddenly remembering this matter, Mr. Chen almost ignored it and had to remind Xu Damao.

When it comes to dealing with Sha Zhu, Xu Damao is a professional. He may show mercy in other situations, but he is ruthless to Sha Zhu and there is no room for compromise. "Uncle Yan, I have to go back. I'm too dirty." The reason he didn't change his clothes was that the bathroom in the meat processing plant was inconvenient.

"Okay, go ahead." Yan Fugui answered as if he was distracted, probably planning in his mind how to target Sha Zhu.

In fact, Mr. Chen also had some guesses. He had indeed seen the deaf old lady asking Sha Zhu to accompany her out a few times before, and it was not as simple as just selling food coupons.

If there is anyone in the yard who is truly kind to Sha Zhu, then perhaps the only one left is the deaf old lady.

She is a septuagenarian and perhaps just wishes to taste more delicious food.

When he arrived at the backyard, Chen Sheng saw Lou Xiao'e sitting at the door, so he shouted, "Sister-in-law, is Brother Damao back?"

"Not yet, he should be back soon." Lou Xiao'e responded.

"When Brother Damao comes back, ask him to come see me. I have something to discuss with him." Mr. Chen ordered.

"Okay, I understand." Lou Xiao'e agreed.

After pondering for a moment, Mr. Chen realized that since he had spent most of his time in the meat processing factory in the past month, the round trip was quite far and it was quite tiring for him to go there every day.

So his strategy became going home every few days.

Xu Damao still has to be responsible for the matter of Sha Zhu. After all, he enjoys this job and is determined to do it even if it means going through fire and water.

After changing his clothes, Chen Sheng used the space to wash his body, but after washing, he still felt the smell of seasoning on his skin.

After soaking for a while and changing clothes, the pain began to ease.

If you deal with seasonings all year round, you might even become accustomed to this flavor.

Mr. Chen took out a large piece of fragrant roasted pig head from the space, which was stewed by the old wizard in the factory.

Then, cook some food in the kitchen of the space and pick some fresh vegetables to add to the mixture for a quick mix.

After trying it, he praised with satisfaction: "Not bad, not bad, it tastes great! Compared to what I made myself, the old wizard's craftsmanship is indeed extraordinary."

He then moved all the food to the living room and prepared the plates and took out a bottle of wine from the storage space.

It was the first time we went to the meat processing plant for a dinner. The factory director gave everyone a bottle of wine. Chen poured himself a glass and savored it carefully: "It's really good wine. It tastes great!"

"Hmm~, it's wonderful!" While enjoying the wine and delicious food, Mr. Chen sighed in his heart how leisurely and comfortable such a life was.

At this time, Xu Damao suddenly came to visit. Looking at the sumptuous food in front of him, his eyes lit up and he praised Chen Sheng: "Brother, you live a very exquisite life!"

Before he finished speaking, Xu Damao had already reached out and picked up the meat on the table and tasted it, then asked: "This meat is so fragrant, did you cook it yourself?"

Mr. Chen reminded: "You have cutlery in your hands, remember to use it, don't dirty your hands." Hearing this, Xu Damao hurried to the kitchen to get bowls and wine glasses, and poured a glass quickly.

“Hey, you’re having a great time now.

Where have you been recently? I called you many times but I didn't see you. "While enjoying the food, Xu Damao was puzzled and asked.

"I was busy with official business, and I went to the meat processing factory.

This delicious meat is what I got there. How does it taste?" Chen Sheng answered.

"Well, it's really good. The quality is much better than what I got before." Xu Damao nodded in agreement after tasting it.

"Of course I have to leave some for you to share. We are friends who share life and death!" Mr. Chen said with a smile.

"Good brother, let's have a drink!" Xu Damao raised his glass happily and said with a smile.

"When I came back, I met Uncle Yan." Mr. Chen mentioned this, but was interrupted by Xu Damao before he could finish.

"Did he smell the food you brought and wanted to have a meal?" Xu Damao guessed.

"How could that be! I want him to try your inferior product, the old thing that contains a little bit of alcohol?" Mr. Chen said with a smile, with a hint of sarcasm.

Hearing Mr. Chen mocking Mr. Yan in this way, Xu Damao couldn't help but laugh.

“To tell you the truth, I almost ran into him on the way back.

He was arguing with Sha Zhu at the time. "Speaking of this, Mr. Chen explained the whole story.

"Did Shazhu get into trouble again this time?" Xu Damao asked curiously.

"Xie Cheng went to him to ask for some food to prepare for the meal, thinking that since they were from the same courtyard, he would give more.

Who would have thought that this guy was so stingy that he didn't even get half of it, and he even shook the spoon to drive the other person away, which made Uncle Yan very angry. Who could bear this and not ask about it?" Chen Sheng told the story.

"The Yan family and Sha Zhu probably don't have many conflicts. What exactly happened this time?" Xu Damao continued to ask.

“Hey, I get angry when I talk about this.

Didn’t Master Yan clearly tell me to deliver it? I had already chosen the person, but in the end he changed his mind and asked Liu Haizhong to deliver it instead. "Xu Damao was still indignant about this matter.

"It's because Liu Haizhong has been doing well in the factory recently, so he got some benefits from it.

What do you think will happen?" Xu Damao questioned.

"How to say?"

"Hey, you know, nobody paid any attention to him.

He loves to inflate himself, thinking he is someone important, and he goes to the workshop to act like a boss and almost offends everyone around him." Xu Damao said sarcastically, his tone full of irony.

"Hey, that sounds like it really fits his personality." Mr. Chen said with a smile.

Then, Mr. Chen continued, "As soon as he came back, he went to quarrel with Tiezhu. I guess Tiezhu didn't even give him half a face."

"It's normal. The old man is a little polite to you, Manager Yi, and the Jia family. He doesn't take anyone else seriously." Xu Damao took a sip of wine and said lightly.

"By the way, Master Yan mentioned that the deaf old woman seemed to have found a matchmaker to bring Tiezhu together." Another trivial matter attracted Xu Damao's attention.

"Is it true?" Upon hearing this, Xu Damao's eyes immediately lit up, and he seemed extremely sensitive to this gossip.

"Whatever kind of marriage you want, don't expect to have it done peacefully in this yard.

As long as I am here, you will never get what you want. "As he said this, Xu Damao slammed his palm on the table in excitement.

"I saw him a few times in the past few days. Tiezhu didn't carry the deaf grandmother on his back when he went out for anything like food quota. There must be some secret matter keeping him busy." Mr. Chen went on, providing clues in his clever way.

“But it’s strange. There is no movement in the compound now. I guess they have become much more low-key after the last bad thing was ruined.” Mr. Chen analyzed.