Siheyuan: Rebirth 52 years later, escaping from famine in Beijing

As one of Kyoto's busiest commercial districts today, Qianmen Street is bustling with people and all kinds of transportation: pedestrians, cyclists, residents driving tricycles or cars, and buses shuttling back and forth.

"Come on! Let's go into this tailor shop and take a look!"

As he spoke, Lu Weimin took Cheng Zhihan into a tailor shop owned by a man named Huang, where they sold all kinds of fabrics and also provided custom-made clothing.

Even though Yan Bugui had recommended another store to him, Lu Weimin still decided to compare and inspect several more.

There were many customers in the Huang family tailor shop. The owner was a plump woman in her forties. She glanced at the seemingly ordinary young couple - Lu Weimin and his sister, and did not pay special attention to them.

Considering that the two men were of average appearance and did not seem to have much purchasing power, the store owner chose to focus on the important guest who was in the middle of a heated negotiation.

After walking around the shop, Lu Weimin and Cheng Zhihan asked for some information about related costs; the owner was a big woman who answered every one of their questions.

Lu Weimin was interested in some of the fabrics in the store.

Naturally, they still have to look at other options to make a better decision.

After leaving this shop, they went to the shop next door.

The boss of this shop is an old man.

Then to the next cloth shop,

The owner of this shop is a thin but dark-skinned lady. She always greets customers with a friendly smile and looks quite enthusiastic. It is obvious that this shop is doing good business.

After running around about four or five shops, Cheng Zhihan felt a little tired.

Then he asked Lu Weimin: "Brother Weimin, do we need to watch it again?"

Lu Weimin replied: "How about we go check out one more room?

Last night, Mr. Yan recommended to me a famous store in Tibet - Chen's Silk and Satin Shop, and told me that this store was opened by his family.

Now that we are here, there is no harm in visiting one more family!"

In fact, deep in his heart he still had a subtle little wish: Yan Bugui had previously expressed his intention to let him get to know the female store owner, but he was concentrating on preparing for the exam at that time and had no time to consider it, so he had to decline.

However, now that I'm here, I can't help but want to take a look at the owner of the shop, just to satisfy my curiosity.

As they walked, Cheng Zhihan suddenly noticed a door lintel about ** steps away from them. She pointed there and said, "Is that Chen's Silk Shop? Is it the one we are looking for? I heard that silk is a very expensive treasure!"

"Yes, silk is the main product, and other fabrics are also available! Yeah!"

At this time, Lu Weimin also saw this store, but his attention was attracted by a car parked in front of the door and he smiled.

Seeing this, Cheng Zhihan asked curiously, "Brother Weimin, what happened?"

"Oh! I met someone I know! Come on! Let's go over and take a look!"

……

In Chen's Silk Shop,

The young heroine had just reached a social agreement with Lou Zhenhua, the famous chairman of the board of directors of Lou's Steel Plant, and was extremely happy.

"It has only been a few weeks since I took over the store from my father, and today I have completed such a large-scale business transaction. I think my father should have full trust in my ability to manage this store well! He probably won't block or veto my idea of ​​further improving the facilities inside and outside the store!"

At this time,

A hearty and joyful laugh came from her ears.

Mr. Lou smiled in surprise and said, "Hahaha, Brother Weimin! What a coincidence..."

The young female shop owner looked over immediately and was extremely curious about the person who could call himself a brother with a big boss like Chairman Lou.

"So young? So handsome!" The young female shop owner looked at Lu Weimin as he walked into the store, her eyes flashing with admiration.

At this time, when Lu Weimin saw the young female shop owner, he couldn't help but express surprise:

The girl was about seventeen or eighteen years old, with shiny black hair and a typical oval face that exuded agility and confidence, and a hint of charming grace. Her skin was as white as snow and seemed to break at the touch, and her figure was exquisitely curved.

Although her appearance was somewhat different from what he had imagined, Lu Weimin could tell at a glance that this was the young Chen Xueru from "Zhengyang Story".

The Chen Xueru in front of me is much younger than she is in the drama, full of the charm of a young girl; although she is wearing a cheongsam now, her hair is not curled yet, and she still has the same long straight black hair. Overall, she looks pure and charming.

It is now 1952, and the plot of "Zhengyang Story" begins in 1955, so at this moment Chen Xueru is still just a young girl and has not yet become the original character in the play.

The image of the mature Chen Xueru in the drama came to my mind.

Found out by comparison!

In his opinion, the young Chen Xueru is more attractive.

"So! Boss Yan said he wanted to introduce me to the most beautiful young shop owner in Beijing for a blind date!"

This made Lu Weimin a little confused.

"Boss Lou, would you like to introduce me to the handsome young man standing next to you?"

Chen Xueru was indeed born in a merchant family. Influenced by the surrounding environment, she became eloquent. Instead of saying "comrades", she used more intimate words, which effectively narrowed the sense of distance.

With a smile, Mr. Lou introduced:

"Wei Min, this is the owner of Chen's Silk Shop - the young Chen Xueru. She has just taken over the silk business from her family. She is quite capable and good at business.

The silk fabrics she sells are of excellent design and quality. I have personally purchased from her and have introduced many friends to her business as well. You can purchase with confidence.

And this Mr. Chen, this is my good friend and my confidant for many years, a very outstanding talent - his name is Lu Weimin, now he is only 18 years old and earns more than 100 yuan a month;

He took the college entrance examination today and is about to become a college student!

The little girl next to him is his sister.

I almost forgot to tell you the most important thing - Boss Chen is only 18 years old this year. She is so pretty, but she is still unmarried! Haha.

"

As soon as Mr. Lou finished speaking, he patted Lu Weimin on the shoulder and smiled meaningfully.

Chen Xueru, who was easily intoxicated by the world of love because of her natural beauty, developed a liking for the handsome Lu Weimin.

After listening to Lou Zhenhua's introduction, she became even more interested in learning that Lu Weimin was so outstanding, young, and a future talent.

"Hello, Comrade Lu Weimin!"

"Sister **, you are so beautiful too!"

Chen Xueru took the initiative to greet Lu Weimin and his sister in a friendly manner.

Likewise, Lu Weimin smiled back, "Hello, Boss Chen!"

Lou Zhenhua continued to ask: "Wei Min, did you come in because you saw me parking, or did you come here to buy fabrics?"

Lu Weimin explained:

"Today is a day off, so I took my sister out for some shopping and prepared to pick out some fabrics to make some clothes!"

We have visited several furniture stores and found great materials that we like, but have not yet made a final decision.

It is said that there is a store called Chen Ji Silk on this street, which is the largest cloth store in the area, so we came here specially to visit the store.

"

Lou Zhenhua replied: "Then you have come to the right place this time.

The fabrics in this store are not only of great variety but also of excellent quality. I have purchased from this store many times.

"

...

After chatting for a while, Lou Zhenhua hinted to Chen Xueru with his eyes.

After Chen Xueru understood, she immediately assigned a staff member to take Lu Weimin and his sister to browse and select products.

Lou Zhenhua then said to Chen Xueru, "Manager Chen, any fabric you choose here can be paid from my account!"

After being informed, Lou Zhenhua immediately left the store.

After sending Lou Zhenhua out, Chen Xueru came back to greet them personally and enthusiastically and in detail introduced the store's products to Lu Weimin and his sister.

Because she was right in front of him, Lu Weimin noticed the faint fragrance coming from Chen Xueru. He had never smelled this fragrance before, so he thought it must be very expensive.

Yan Bugui was not misleading nor exaggerating. The materials here are indeed rich in variety and outstanding in quality. It is understandable why Lou Zhenhua purchased a large amount of materials here.

Finally, Lu Weimin decided to purchase the materials needed to make the new outfit here.

Once you’ve chosen your fabric, start measuring it.

Normally, this kind of work is done by employees, but this time Chen Xueru specifically asked the clerk to serve other customers, and then she personally measured the sizes of the brother and sister.

When Chen Xueru was measuring the body of Lu Weimin's sister Cheng Zhiru, she secretly praised in her heart: "This girl really has an excellent figure!"

She silently compared her own figure with Cheng Zhiru in front of her, and thought that the two might be similar in fullness.

"But my curves are more charming!" she thinks.

Then he measured Lu Weimin's body. During this time, Cheng Zhiru left for the bathroom because of something.

Chen Xueru walked towards Lu Weimin with a ruler in hand: "Please stretch out your arms, Comrade Lu Weimin!"

After hearing this, Lu Weimin spread his arms out to his sides.

As the measurement progressed, the two men got closer and closer.

At this time, Lu Weimin only felt the faint fragrance coming from Chen Xueru all around him, which was more obvious and stronger than before, but not pungent but pleasant instead.

Looking down from a high place, he could clearly see Chen Xueru's smooth skin and graceful figures.

She has such an outstanding image at such a young age.

When the two people's eyes met, Chen Xueru's face instantly became bright, and then she quickly shifted her gaze away.

"It seems that Chen Xueru blushed easily when she was eighteen!" Lu Weimin thought to himself with a smile.

He believes that the shop mentioned in the drama is called Xueru Silk Shop, and here it is still Chenji Silk Shop because it has obviously not been renamed.

In addition, the furnishings in this store do not adopt the fashionable and simple design style like in the drama. It is obvious that it has not been renovated, so it looks more traditional.

Chen Xueru in the drama is very pitiful. Although she is a courageous and intelligent professional woman when doing business, and she is also very good-looking, she is always easily deceived and hurt because of her love mind.

Chen Xueru's criteria for choosing a partner are a bit harsh. Not only must the man be an intellectual or a civil servant, but he must also be handsome. It is difficult for ordinary people to catch her eye.

While her thoughts were wandering, the tailor had finished taking the measurements.

"Done! The measurements are done! You can come over next Sunday to get your new clothes!"