Yu Xiangan and Lin Chuanbai don't come to Qincheng very often. The last time they came back was during the summer vacation.

This was also the place where they had stayed for two years. Now that they were familiar with the place, they left the machinery factory’s family quarters and took a walk around the surrounding area.

In the past, there were people selling things stealthily nearby. When they heard footsteps, they would put away their things and pretend to be passing by normally. But now, there are people setting up small stalls in the corner!

Yu Xiangan was a little surprised.

It’s close to the New Year, and prices are relatively expensive, but you still have to buy what you need.

Yu Xiangan bought two chickens, a goose weighing more than 5 kilograms, and a small handful of crispy cabbage.

All vegetables are expensive in this season. Except for radish, potato and cabbage, where can we find other vegetables?

This small handful is probably just one pound, and I spent fifty cents.

If this kind of cabbage were sold in normal times, it would cost only one cent for a bunch. This is because scarcity makes things valuable.

There were some in Yu Xiangan's warehouse, but she had to find a way out now, so she came here normally and bought a lot of things. Lin Chuanbai was just a tool, helping to get things. When she had bought almost everything, she asked Lin Chuanbai to send the things back, while Yu Xiangan went to buy seasonings.

You still have to buy these seasonings at the grocery store.

The grocery stores here are the same as those in the capital. The counters selling agricultural and sideline products such as vegetables and eggs have been affected the most, but other counters are still busy. It is the end of the year again, and in addition to buying seasonings, Yu Xiangan also bought two kilograms of date cakes.

Freshly baked, just brought up, Yu Xiangan hadn't planned to buy it, but when he smelled the date cake, he changed his mind and decided to buy some to take back. It would take time to make it by himself, so it would be better to just buy some and eat it back.

When Yu Xiangan went back, Lin Duzhong had already returned and was pulling Lin Yihong to play chess with him.

Lin Yihong knew the rules of chess and could play it, but he was not very good at it. However, he was only 5 years old, so this was normal. Fortunately, he was calm and could sit still.

Lin Yining couldn't sit still. Lin Chuanbai had taught her how to play chess, but she couldn't sit still. She was now curled up on a stool reading comic books, while Lin Tiandong and Zhang Ying were doing their homework.

They both had their winter vacation a long time ago, but in addition to the winter vacation, they also had interest classes and cram schools. Zhang Ying's grades were worse, so he attended the cram school. Lin Tiandong's grades were good, so he attended the intensive class.

Yu Xiangan called out, "Grandpa."

Hearing Yu Xiangan calling him, Lin Duzhong raised his head, "Xiaoan, you're back?"

"Hey, when I went there, this date cake just happened to be out of the pot. Come and try it."

When she heard that there was something delicious, Lin Yining immediately looked up from the comic book, looked at her own drawing, but was reluctant to let it go, so she ran to Yu Xiangan with the comic book in her hand, "Mom, I want some."

Yu Xiangan cut two pieces for her and said, "Put down your painting first and give it to your great grandfather."

Lin Yining put down the comic book and ran to give it to Lin Duzhong.

Lin Yihong looked at the chessboard seriously, as if he was thinking hard. Yu Xiangan called him, but he ignored him, so he ignored him and cut two pieces for Zhang Ying and Lin Tiandong. "How long have you been writing? Eat something and take a break."

Lin Chuanbai came over, took a piece, and took a bite: "It's not as delicious as yours."

Yu Xiangan smiled: "It tastes good." She did taste better. "Are you hungry? I'll go cook now."

Compared to Lin Yihong's seriousness, Lin Duzhong looked relaxed. When he heard Yu Xiangan was about to make dinner, he said, "I haven't eaten your cooking for a while. I remember buying ribs today. Let's have sweet and sour ribs today."

"Okay, I bought two chickens. Do you want to steam or stew them?"

One of them had already been killed by Lin Chuanbai, its feathers plucked, and it was left there waiting to be cooked.

"Let's make chicken soup today."

When Yu Xiangan was busy in the kitchen, Li Yujiao came back. Before entering the house, she smelled the fragrance coming from the house and knew that they had arrived. A neighbor stopped her and reminded her: "Your second son and his family are back. You are in for a treat."

Li Yujiao smiled and said, "I see. According to the letter, it should be here soon."

She knew it was a kind reminder.

Not long after, Lin Houpu came back. He didn't look much different now. Seeing the four of them at home, his expression softened a lot. "How many days can you stay at home during this holiday?"

"You can stay for 8 days, and go back a week early after the Chinese New Year to continue helping the teacher."

Lin Houpu nodded: "That's what I should do. You should send some gifts when the time comes."

"clear."

The father and son started talking.

Yu Xiangan brought out the dishes: "It's time to eat. Have you washed your hands?"

Lin Houpu nodded with satisfaction when he saw the dishes on the table, but he also knew that these ingredients were not available at home before and were probably bought by his second son and his family.

We will have to pay the subsidy back later.

It's not that he doesn't know that they are doing other things in private, but they cover it up well. It's a good thing to have some cash in hand.

Lin Chuanbai doesn't like to socialize with others, but when necessary, he can be patient.

Lin Tiandong was still young, so Lin Chuanbai had no choice but to step out and catch it.

There are too many people paying New Year's greetings, and it is really not appropriate for a child to come out to greet and see off people.

Lin Chuanbai and Yu Xiangan's presence is relatively weak in the machinery factory because they rarely go out to hang out.

However, in the eyes of the top management, their presence is not that weak.

This is the son of their factory director. He was previously said to be "not doing his job properly" and went out to work as a pharmacist. But ever since he was admitted to university, everyone has been looking at him with a bit of dismay.

Even if their factory manager wanted to arrange him, his position would not be very high at the beginning. If he wanted to be promoted, he had to take it step by step. But now it is different for him.

As soon as you graduate from college, there is no bad job available to you.

The factory manager doesn't have to worry about it, everything can be arranged properly.

This is someone else's child.

The happiest ones are the twins.

Here, no one dares to bully them, they can play whatever they want, and mostly hear praises.

They are so beautiful that their butts are about to lift up to the sky.

Yu Xiangan: "..."

It is not customary to beat children during the Chinese New Year. If they are still not calm after the New Year, they deserve a beating.

After the Chinese New Year, it was 1979. This year passed quickly and it was the end of the year in the blink of an eye. The state selected two coastal cities as pilot special economic zones.

Yu Xiangan and Lin Chuanbai read this newspaper for a long time.

This is a testimony to the times.

This year, large numbers of educated youth returned.

Even if the leaders above tried to find a way to accommodate them, there was no way for the time being.

Some people are not afraid of others' contempt and work hard to earn a living, while others engage in petty theft.

Yu Xiangan's family is quite conspicuous.

It is a house with its own entrance and exit. Generally, only ordinary people can own such a house. So someone had his eyes on it and came to check out the place. When Lin Chuanbai saw this, he went to find Zhao Li.

Zhao Li sent two people to patrol the area several times, and after that, the two people were never seen here again.

Yu Xiangan felt a little scared when he found out.

There is only one adult male in their family. If someone really targets them, they will not be safe.

Yu Xiangan thought for a moment and said, "Let's get a dog to guard the house."

Yu Xiangan brought this puppy back home. It was completely black except for a little white on its forehead, so Yu Xiangan named it Baimei. The twins had high hopes for this dog. Although it was still small, they already called it General Baimei.

Yu Xiangyan came to talk about his work.

He was admitted to a junior college, majoring in mathematics. After this semester, he will start his internship next semester. The job position has been assigned to him, but there is still room for him to maneuver.

If several companies take a fancy to you and invite you, you can choose where you want to go.

Yu Xiangyan wanted to change his major at first, but later found out that he couldn't, so he had to study hard.

He has no talent in this area and his grades are mediocre, but he has a good relationship with people and can get along well with others. He has decided to go to the Foreign Trade Department.

This year, China restored diplomatic relations with the United States. He had a decent talent for foreign languages ​​and mathematics was his major, so he accepted the olive branch from the other party.

When he arrived, a two-bedroom dormitory was allocated to him. After working for two years, the house would be allocated to him.

The salary is at the cadre level, with certain allowances.

Yu Xiangan listened to his words and gave a thumbs up: "Okay, okay."

Yu Xiangyan was also a little nervous: "Some students don't dare to go. Before, they had overseas connections, and everyone kept it secret for fear of being implicated. Now we are dealing with them directly. I studied the newspaper for a long time and asked the teacher. I think that even if we have to change it later, it shouldn't be too implicated. If it doesn't change, we, the first batch, will have more opportunities."

Yu Xiangan: "Our country will not always just guard its borders, second brother, I agree."

It has been decided. Hearing Yu Xiangan say this, Yu Xiangyan still breathed a sigh of relief.

There is a saying that goes, men are afraid of choosing the wrong career and women are afraid of marrying the wrong man.

The choice of industry is crucial.

"Xiao An, are you going back home for the New Year this year?"

Yu Xiangan shook his head: "No more."

"I'm going back this year and I plan to bring my child over. Xiyi needs to adapt here for half a year and then she can go to elementary school." Yu Xiyi is his eldest daughter, who is seven years old this year.

"It would be best if you could bring the child here. I'm going back to Qincheng for the New Year this year. Can you bring some things back for me?"

"Okay, there's another piece of news. I received a letter from my father-in-law saying that part of the Wen family's property has been returned to them gradually. Everything is fine now." He said happily.

A few months ago, another group of people had their reputations restored, including Wen Yanjun. He returned to Baishi County from Nanxi Farm and was observed for a period of time before his innocence was completely confirmed.

However, when it comes to returning things, many of them cannot be found over the years, except for the real estate, which will not be lost. As for the rest, it would be great if we could get back one third of it.

"Has he been reinstated?" Wen Yanjun was previously a member of the leadership team of Baishi County.

Yu Xiangyan shook his head: "One carrot, one pit, and now there is someone in the pit." How can this be restored?

This too.

The brother and sister didn't talk for too long as they were both very busy.

Time always flies quickly in the busy life. Yu Xiangan continued to study hard in school. Every time he took time out to hang out outside, he could find changes in the capital.

The capital has changed so much, I wonder how the pilot special zones are developing at this point in time...

When can we go there?

Yu Xiangan counted the days and realized it wasn't far away.

After the Chinese New Year, Yu Xiangyan and Wen Ruzhen took the child over.

Wen Ruzhen usually lives in the dormitory when her classes are full, and goes to Yu Xiangyan's dormitory to reunite with her family when she is not full.

She had long wanted to bring the child to live with her, but was limited by housing and financial pressures. Now the child's father has a monthly salary, the company provides primary school and daycare, and she herself also receives school subsidies, so she can make ends meet.

There are people whose reputations have been restored in Baishi County, and there are even more in the capital.

Because many people returned their properties in this wave, there were many more properties for sale on the market. Yu Xiangan had no reason to buy those courtyard houses that people envied. She had money, but she couldn't spend it openly. She could only drool at the courtyard houses. However, she still bought the old house in the central area, which was more than 100 square meters. The price was not expensive, and she couldn't miss the opportunity.

Based on Lin Houpu's salary and allowances, they can still afford the money to buy the house.

They still have to wait until graduation to buy a house openly. They still have time. The sharp rise in housing prices happened in the 1990s and 2000s.

Now, restricted by my student status, I cannot do many things.

There are already self-employed individuals in the capital who have applied for business licenses. Yu Xiangan is just waiting. After she gets her diploma, she will open one too.

In May 1980, the Premier gave his approval to the household contract responsibility system, which gave reassurance to many places where land had been distributed.

Everyone worked even harder. In the middle of the year, Yu Mansheng secretly called Yu Xiangan and asked her, "Sister Xiaoan, we are close to the Special Economic Zone. I want to try my luck there. I don't want to live a routine life in the village with a predictable end in sight. Do you think my idea is ignorant? If it were you, what would you choose?"

Yu Xiangan could give an answer to this question. If he didn't want to live a stable and comfortable life with a predictable end, he could go to the Special Administrative Region and try his luck. It would be easy for him to make a name for himself at this time.

So she said, "If I don't get into college, I will go to the Special Administrative Region to do business. You know, I'm good at cooking. No matter where I am, as long as my skills are good and the price is not outrageous, I can make a living. But what about you? You want to go, but have you ever thought about how you can make a living? Think about it before you act. Also, when you go out, you should go with a few friends so that you can take care of them. You should bring enough money with you and don't leave it in the same place. There are pickpockets outside, and you have to convince your family members. You can't just leave without saying goodbye. That's too conscienceless..."

Yu Manwu had already gotten the answer he wanted: "I know that, thank you Sister Xiaoan, I will think about it carefully."

Yu Xiangan: "There is a lot of work to be done over there, and many industries are short of people. You should have some money in your pocket. Go there and take a look and think about what you want to do and what you can do. You know my number, so call me if you have any questions."

Two months later, she received a telegram from Yu Manwu, saying that he and several of his childhood friends from the Red Star Brigade had packed up and left.

When he arrived, he telegraphed her to let her know and told her not to worry.

Yu Xiangan smiled.

The waves of the times are gradually rising, and many wealthy people and big shots have emerged at this time.

Yu Xiangan originally thought that he was the only one in the Yu family who wanted to start a business, but he didn't expect that he had a cousin who was also in the same business.

When Lin Chuanbai heard the news, he also smiled and said, "That's great. Go out and try your luck. You won't regret it."

After a pause, Lin Chuanbai said, "My teacher came to me today and asked me if I wanted to study for a master's degree."

Yu Xiangan: "Do you want to?"

Lin Chuanbai nodded honestly: "I still have a lot to learn. If I go to graduate school, I will still follow him."

Yu Xiangan made the final decision: "Then read it!"

Lin Chuanbai: "What about you?"

"I'm not going to study anymore. I'm going to do an internship as assigned, and then find an opportunity to resign." Yu Xiang'an doesn't want to continue her studies. She can't wait to make her mark.

At this time, many people already have a vague idea about their future.

Liu Mingyue's husband was transferred to the capital at the beginning of this year. Naturally, she doesn't want to go to another city now. She wants to stay here.

The companies she had contacted in advance included government departments, state-owned enterprises and large factories.

She leans toward government.

She asked Yu Xiangan: "Where do you want to go?"

When they heard her question, the students around her pricked up their ears.

Yu Xiangan touched his nose and said, "I also prefer the government."

Ke Manyun was a little confused and whispered: "Why do you all want to work in the government? I want to work in a big factory. The benefits are very good."

Liu Mingyue didn't hear clearly: "Ah? What did you say?"

Ke Manyun quickly shook her head and raised her voice a little: "No, nothing."

Liu Mingyue said "oh" and asked Xu Keke at the back: "Are you going back to Shanghai?"

Xu Ke was silent for a long time before he said, "This is not something we can decide. It will ultimately depend on the allocation. We'll talk about it when the time comes."

She was equivocal.

Wu Zhusheng approached Yu Xiangan in the first semester of his senior year and said, "Do you have any idea about your future? We all know how outstanding you are. As a talented person, you will face competition from others. Several people have already approached me. I want to ask you what you think."

Wu Zhusheng was very satisfied with this deputy monitor.

He has top grades and works well with the class monitor to handle relationships with classmates, which makes him less worried.

She also published many articles in the school newspaper, which brought fame to their class. Having such a student brought him a lot of honor.

Yu Xiangan: "Can I know which ones?"

"One is from a steel mill in the northeast. They want to increase exports, and they promised that if you go, you will be given a management position and a large three-bedroom apartment."

"One is from the neighboring city. He wants you to help improve the local economy. He promises to immediately assign a single dormitory to you. When the houses are available, you will be given priority."

The last one, he chuckled, "The last one is an assistant in the Commerce Department. I promise you will be given a single dormitory, but I haven't given you a definite answer on room allocation."

When Yu Xiangan heard the last part, he immediately took a breath of cold air.

Even though she knew that college students were popular during that period, she never thought of achieving success overnight.

But on second thought, it is not too surprising. Wu Zhusheng is their teacher, their class teacher, and also an expert in economics and their consultant. Now with the reform and opening up, he is often called to consult on issues.

Yu Xiangan touched her heart and it took her a while to calm down. Although her dream was different and she didn't like the rules and regulations within the system, she also wanted to experience what it was like to be at the center.

"Commerce Department!"

If she wants to go down this path, she won't be able to do many things, and she and Lin Chuanbai still have some life-threatening space.

This must not be discovered by anyone.

She planned to go back and tell Lin Chuanbai not to use the space anymore.

Just to be on the safe side.

They also have enough money, and with enough money, they can buy most ingredients.

The output from her farm is stored in the warehouse.

Wait until she finishes her internship and resigns and then deal with it.

Yu Xiangan was somewhat thankful that they had disguised themselves each time before and never went to a fixed place, so others would not easily associate the hawkers with the precious college students.

Thanks to their caution, there were no rumors about the dish.

If there is anything, Yu Xiangan feels that she...it is not illegal if she is discovered, but if she investigates carefully and wants to know where the goods come from, it will be bad.

Aoki University has students who are workers, peasants and soldiers. They were recommended, and these employers did not give them such generous treatment right away.

The reason is very simple. They are good in politics, but there is a question mark as to their professional ability. It depends on luck. Some people can do it, while others know nothing about it. They are different from those who have passed the exam through formal examinations. These people all have real talent.

Even though the matter was settled, Yu Xiangan didn't tell anyone else except Lin Chuanbai.

Lin Chuanbai smiled when he heard her choice. "That's good. We have all studied this period of history. You are a graduate of this field. You will not be doubted if you put forward some proven and feasible ideas. Even if they are not adopted, it can only serve as a reminder and do something good for the country. However, have you thought it through? Are you sure you want to quit your job and start your own business? Such opportunities are not always available."

Yu Xiangan smiled bitterly: "You think I don't know, but you know how capable you are. I am just standing on the shoulders of giants. Many of my ideas are not my own. I am just a half-baked person, and I am not interested in this. In this industry, the income is transparent. Are the objects hidden in our space going to be there forever? Others will wear gold and silver in the future, and we must strictly demand ourselves. That's fine, but there is a bluefin tuna that has just been fished out in front of me, but I can't touch it because of the high price. That's simply torture!"

Yu Xiangan let out a long sigh.

Yes, she can put forward some more "forward-looking" views.

When it's almost time, she will resign.

In the early days of reform and opening up, the capital was still relatively conservative and it could transition for a period of time.

She knew what life was like for the capital's first self-employed restaurant.

Being surrounded by neighbors every day, and being reported if anything went wrong, those days were really terrifying.

It won’t be too late for her to join this market when the trend is not so serious.

Just because she wants to make money doesn't mean she wants to suffer.

Lin Chuanbai was fine with whichever path she chose, he had no obsession with this aspect. If he had a desire for power, his identity would have been more convenient, but in the end he still chose medicine.

If she really chose to go down this path, his medicine garden and Yu Xiangan's farm would really have to be treated as non-existent.

Lin Chuanbai admired her for being able to resist this temptation.

The temptation is quite strong.

If you perform well, your name will go down in history.

Yu Xiangan clenched his fists: "Even if I don't rely on this, I can still leave my name in history. Although it may seem a bit ridiculous to brag now, our advantages are too great, and the income will definitely not be less. In the future, we will do more charity and give our country a "Nobel Prize". Are you still afraid that you won't have the opportunity to leave your name in history?"

Yu Xiangan gave him a look and said, "Neither you nor I like intrigue. This kind of work is fine for a short time, but I think it will really shorten your life in the long run. Do you remember any turning points in medicine? If you make one, such as a special medicine for terminal illness, it will be the same."

Lin Chuanbai: “…”

Yes, he felt that the path of politics was mediocre, but when he talked about making some medicine that would go down in history, he immediately felt excited.

They are indeed a couple, they look so much like a couple, they are a perfect match. If one of them is power-hungry, he would never make such a decision at this time.

The hottest topic of discussion in the class right now is everyone's future work.

Generally speaking, the factories offer the best benefits. They are strong and have no shortage of money, so they are more willing to invest in talent.

Many people have come from hard times, and because of these generous benefits, many people are attracted by them.

Lin Chuanbai received many olive branches, but he rejected them all. He had already decided to pursue a master's degree.

When the final assignment list came out, Wang Haiwen, Yu Xiangan, and Liu Mingyue went to the same place, Ke Manyun went to the pharmaceutical factory, and Xu Keke went to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

Xu Keke and Yu Xiangan originally thought that she would return to Shanghai, but she stayed, and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs?

She hid it very well.

Yu Xiangyan has already taken root in the Foreign Trade Department, and now Wen Ruzhen has also settled down in a job. She stays in school as a teaching assistant while pursuing a master's degree.

With two salaries, I don't have to worry about supporting them and their three children.

They have no other expenses now.

Wen Yi was the most unexpected. He went to the grassroots level in the western region.

Although his current status as a college student will not allow him to hold the most basic position, he will still have to suffer.

However, this is also the most typical path to a career in politics.

It's his own choice.

As outsiders, they can only offer their blessings.

The current economic reform and opening up requires top students like them. When Yu Xiangan, Wang Haiwen and Liu Mingyue went to do internships, their superiors did not leave them aside or ask them to do odd jobs just because they were recent college graduates. They often took them to inspect, did not avoid them in meetings, and asked them questions after the meetings, hoping that they could put forward their own suggestions.

They are crossing the river by feeling the stones, and need everyone's brainstorming.

This attitude allowed Yu Xiangan to put forward his own views naturally without having to think too much about the reasons.

She comes from the hereafter.

This comes from a generation that has successfully taken the path of reform and opening up, bringing about economic take-off and attracting the attention of the world.

Among many reformers and conservatives, she is a staunch reformer who always comes up with eye-opening ideas. Because of these ideas, she quickly stands out from the other three.