Siheyuan: Since 51

Lin Zhiyuan and the two old men looked outside the door at the same time.

Lin Zhihao ran into the house and saw the two uncles. He quickly called out, "Uncle Tao, Uncle Li."

Uncle Tao smiled and said, “Well, Xiao Zhihao.”

Uncle Li chuckled, "Why are you running so fast?"

Lin Zhihao scratched his head, a little embarrassed, "Um... there's a popcorn vendor at the entrance of the alley."

Lin Zhiyuan couldn't help but laugh, "If you want to eat, let's go jump."

Lin Zhihao looked back and said hesitantly, "Will you let me in, sister-in-law? We don't have corn kernels at home."

"I agree with what you said. How dare your sister-in-law object?" Lin Zhiyuan raised his eyebrows. "Let's go. If there are no corn kernels, let's buy them."

After saying that, he turned to look at the two uncles and said, "I'll be back soon."

Lin Zhihao curled his lips. It’s not like he can’t tell who is in charge of the small matters at home.

"Brother, are you sure?"

"determine."

Uncle Tao stood up and said with a smile, "Come on, Lao Li, let's go to the front yard to play chess."

"Okay." Uncle Li nodded, and turned to Lin Zhiyuan and said, "Xiao Lin, I'd like to have dinner at your house tonight, is that okay?"

"Of course!"

The four of them left the courtyard. The two old men went straight to the front yard, while Lin Zhiyuan and Lin Zhihao turned out of the main gate.

At the corner of the alley.

Beneath the black gourd, charcoal fire was burning.

An old man skillfully turned the black gourd and introduced it to the crowd with a smile.

"If there are corn kernels, the labor fee is 1,500 yuan per pound. If not, the price is 2,500 yuan per pound of popcorn."

As soon as the words fell, there was a burst of discussion.

"Hey, it's not cheap at all."

"The price is the same. It's the same price at the cinema entrance."

……

Lin Zhihao squeezed into the crowd, staring at the black gourd with an eager look on his face.

Lin Zhiyuan followed with a smile, took a closer look at the uncle's outfit, and thought to himself that he would get a set in his space later.

After about five minutes, the uncle lifted the black gourd with an iron rod and stuffed it into the wire bag next to him.

As the iron rod was tilted, there was a "bang" and a white steam rose into the sky along with popcorn.

The children around them widened their eyes and held their breath.

When the fragrance hit his nose, Lin Zhihao's eyes flashed with excitement.

The uncle smiled and grabbed a handful and distributed them to the children in the front, including Lin Zhihao.

It tastes crispy at first, and then full of sweetness.

"Crunch, crunch," after finishing a few popcorns, Lin Zhihao turned around and stared at Lin Zhiyuan.

Lin Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Uncle, give me a pound, no corn kernels, here's the money."

As he spoke, he handed over a ten thousand dollar bill.

The uncle looked up and asked, "Where should I serve you?"

Lin Zhiyuan and Lin Zhihao looked at each other, the latter blinked, turned around and ran away.

After a while, he came out carrying an enamel basin.

The basin used to wash vegetables is as big as the washbasin.

A pound of popcorn filled more than half of the enamel basin.

It looks scary, but there are many people in the family, and each of them has a few mouths, so it's gone.

Lin Zhiyuan gestured to Lin Zhihao, "Zhihao, make one more trip, and we'll get another pound."

Lin Zhihao went in a hurry and came back in a hurry.

Pack it up, get the change, and go home.

Holding a half-full bowl of popcorn, Lin Zhihao grinned and laughed.

Lin Zhiyuan grabbed a handful and threw them into his mouth one by one. It tasted really good.

After eating, I still felt unsatisfied.

Under Lin Zhihao's fixed gaze, Lin Zhiyuan reached out and grabbed another handful.

Return to the courtyard.

As soon as I entered the gate, I ran into Yan Bugui.

"Hey, Zhiyuan, Zhihao, are you guys going to eat popcorn?"

As he spoke, his eyes fell on the enamel basin in Lin Zhihao's hand, and he couldn't move his eyes away.

Lin Zhiyuan was not polite and waved his hand, "Zhihao, send it back to the courtyard and eat slowly."

"okay!"

Lin Zhihao reacted very quickly, turned around and ran towards the cross-yard.

Yan Bugui was shocked, "Zhiyuan, you...don't even tell me to give it a taste."

Lin Zhiyuan's eyes curved slightly, as if he was smiling, "Teacher Yan, you too, you care about the children's snacks, this is not like an elder!"

Yan Bugui was stunned for a moment. What elder or not? I just want to eat some popcorn.

After taking a look at the Moon Gate where Lin Zhihao was no longer visible, and then turning to look at Lin Zhiyuan, Yan Bugui had a look of resentment on his face.

"What am I talking about? I just haven't eaten for a long time. I can't help myself. I can't help myself."

Lin Zhiyuan's lips curled up slightly, and he chuckled slowly, "Speaking of which, my two uncles are looking for you to play chess, what are you doing at the gate?"

Yan Bugui coughed awkwardly and gestured with his hand, "Nothing, let's go, let's go watch the game."

As soon as the two of them passed through the hanging flower gate and arrived at the chess table, they caught a glimpse of Lin Zhihao running towards them with his pockets bulging.

Qin Huairu was chatting at the door of Yan's house. Lin Zhihao ran straight over, grabbed a handful from his pocket and handed it over.

"Sister-in-law, here are some popcorn."

My hands are small, so I can only hold about ten or so.

Qin Huairu was very pleased. Thinking of the group of aunts next to her, she pushed them back and said, "Zhihao, eat!"

Looking at Qin Huairu's eyes, Lin Zhihao understood immediately, "Okay, then I won't be polite!"

Adults are too embarrassed to open their mouths for two bags of popcorn, but it’s different for children.

Lin Zhihao was not stingy and gave three to each person, which was not much.

Lin Zhiyuan stood aside, observing quietly, and was very satisfied with what Lin Zhihao did.

It is indeed rare to know that it was given to Qin Huairu.

Being able to read people's expressions is even more worthy of praise.

Finally, he shared the food with his friends in a very moderate manner, which was a commendable performance.

Turning to look at the chessboards of the two uncles, Lin Zhiyuan gave some random instructions.

The sun is setting and dusk has come.

The two generals Heng and Ha had not returned to the village for several weeks and left early this week.

Since Wang Aimin was not around, Lin Zhiyuan had to cook.

After cooking a few dishes and taking out a bottle of Sanbai liquor, Lin Zhiyuan ate, drank and chatted with the two old men in the living room.

Qin Huairu took Lin Zhihui and a few others and set up another table in the kitchen.

Three taels per person, just enough to invigorate the blood circulation.

After dinner, Lin Zhiyuan was worried and sent the two old men back.

The next day, early morning.

broadcast room.

After the song "My Motherland and I" was played, Chu Xiaoying's clear voice was heard.

"Good morning, dear comrades.

There is a feeling that will never fade, and that is patriotism; there is an ideal that will never be buried, and that is rejuvenation; there is a relationship that will never be divided, and that is me and my motherland.

It’s a new day. For the great cause of national rejuvenation, let’s work hard and keep going!”

With daily encouragement, Chu Xiaoying and Dong Linlin's cooperation is getting better and better, and they are becoming more and more skilled.

After turning off the microphone, Chu Xiaoying praised: "Mr. Shihui is really talented. I really want to meet this great man in person!"

Dong Linlin nodded in agreement, "That's right, I want to ask him about literature in person."

Xiao Tingting chuckled, "I'm not as greedy as you two. I just want to say hello to him."

Lin Zhiyuan smiled and said, "Don't worry, there will be a chance."

Back in the office, Lin Zhiyuan continued his work.

The door creaked, and Lin Zhiyuan thought it was Li Huaide, but when he looked up, it was Chu Chen.