Chapter 72 Women's Bicycles
Yao Shula had no idea that Xiao Tiantian had imagined so much, and had already instructed Lei Jingwu to make sure to buy two sets of tea sets and tea trays in Shanghai that even his father didn't need.
His reasons were also quite valid.
We can't let my older sister lose face.
If the eldest sister loses face, she will be unhappy, and if the eldest sister is unhappy, then he will be unhappy.
If he's unhappy, he'll eat less.
He'll definitely lose weight if he eats less, and once he does, he'll complain to his grandpa that he's only losing weight because of his older brother...
Upon hearing this, Lei Jingwu agreed without hesitation.
...
Yao Shula has already made preparations for the opening of that recreational ball stall.
Two days before the preparations were complete, Uncle Shu, along with his wife and two sons, delivered the three sets of recreational pool tables that had been made.
Uncle Shu and his wife each rode a bicycle.
Yao Shula's two cousins each rode a tricycle, and the tricycles were full of things for Yao Shula.
Looking at the three newly built storefronts facing the street, there were recreational balls and some tables, chairs and benches that Uncle Shu had made.
Yao Shula was extremely satisfied.
I can finally see money every day, even if it's not much, it's definitely enough for daily living expenses.
Watching Yao Shula flit about like a little bee, glancing at one pool table here and there, then grabbing a cloth to wipe the legs of another.
Uncle Shu still couldn't quite believe it—could make money with just a few pool tables?
If we stop making money, won't Yao Shula be heartbroken?
However, Uncle Shu didn't want to discourage Yao Shula.
After thinking for a moment, Uncle Shu still tugged at Yao Shula.
"Shura, you can give it a try first. If business is good, you can keep an eye on these pool tables every day."
If business isn't as good as you'd like, your uncle will help you figure something out. He'll even look around in the textile factory to see if it's possible...
"Uncle, say something nice to me!" Yao Shula immediately interrupted Uncle Shu.
Uncle Shu was taken aback.
Yao Shula's aunt, who was helping her wipe the table, also glared at Uncle Shu.
"Can't you speak properly?!"
"You should be saying 'Great fortune and prosperity! May your business flourish!'" Auntie immediately said.
Uncle Shu then realized what was happening and quickly changed his tune.
"Yes, yes, yes! Uncle wishes you abundant wealth and daily riches!"
Yao Shula then happily continued to look at the three pool tables.
From now on, we can really just sit back and collect money...
After helping Yao Shula with his wife and two sons for a while, Uncle Shu prepared to leave.
However, on the way back, the eldest aunt did not ride her bicycle, but instead rode in her eldest son's tricycle.
"Aunt, you forgot! You came by bicycle!" Yao Shula hurriedly called out to her aunt, who was already riding back in a tricycle.
The eldest aunt waved her hand behind Yao Shula's back.
Uncle Shu, who was about to leave with his bicycle, finally came over.
That bicycle is for your use here.
Shuxin hasn't started high school yet, so she probably won't need it for now.
This is perfect for you to use.
You can ride it whenever you want to buy groceries or grain at a grain store.
I remember you can ride a bicycle, and this is a women's style, without a crossbar in front, so it will be convenient for you to ride.
No matter where you go in the future, whether you go to our house or your grandma's, it will be convenient for you.
How can you manage to walk on two legs all day long?
Alright, I've fixed up the bike for you and changed the locks. Remember to push it back inside every night.
After saying that, Uncle Shu got on his bicycle and was about to leave.
He had wanted to get Yao Shula a bicycle for a long time. He originally wanted to give her the family's bicycle, but his aunt said that Shula was a girl and it would be inconvenient for her to ride a bicycle like that.
Later, my aunt asked her family for help and got her a women's bicycle that was about 80% new.
Upon hearing what Uncle Shu said, Yao Shula quickly grabbed the handlebars of Uncle Shu's bicycle to prevent him from leaving.
"Uncle, this isn't a small thing, I have to give you money!"
Upon hearing this, Uncle Shu's face darkened.
"What are you saying! I'm charging my niece for a bicycle? Aren't you insulting me?"
Just ride with peace of mind and don't overthink it. If your tires go flat, go to the repair shop at the street corner to pump them up.
One cent per time.
After Uncle Shu finished speaking, he got on his bicycle and rode away.
Yao Shula stood there stunned for a long time, looking at the black women's bicycle parked in the yard, feeling quite uncomfortable.
The bicycle is about 80% new; the chain has already been re-oiled.
The car seat was also adjusted so that Yao Shula could sit down without having to stand on her tiptoes.
My uncle's family... are really nice!
On the other side, Uncle Shu quickly caught up with his two sons and wife riding a tricycle.
“Mingshan, when Shula opens, you and your brother should come and take a look.”
If there's no one else around, you two can just play ball there as customers.
Doing business is all about creating a lively atmosphere. When people see someone there, they'll naturally go over to see what's going on.
"First and foremost, we can't lose popularity!" Uncle Shu whispered.
Upon hearing this, Yao Shula's older cousin, Shu Mingshan, immediately shook his head.
"Dad, I'm fine with playing basketball, but what's with that kind of 'concert ball'... I can't do it!"
“Yes, Dad, I can’t either!” The second son, Shu Mingchuan, who had been pedaling the bike with his head down, turned around and said.
"Whether you can do it or not is another matter. Can't you just hold the chess stick and practice a couple of times? Just fiddle around a bit and get the pieces into the holes."
When real guests arrive, you should make way for them.
"The main thing is to help Shura boost her popularity!" Uncle Shu encouraged.
Upon hearing this, the two Shu brothers thought, "A casual fight? That's fine too..."
...
Originally, Yao Shula had seen on the calendar that Wednesday was the day the market would open, but then she thought that Wednesday was a workday and everyone would be at work, so it would be too deserted and wouldn't look good.
So, without saying a word, Yao Shula changed the date back to Sunday.
Xiao Tiantian also temporarily changed her weekly homecoming schedule to Wednesday.
He told Secretary Lei that Sister Shula wanted to set up a stall to make a living, and as her younger brother, he should go and help watch the stall to prevent others from causing trouble...
Secretary Lei's eyes twitched when he heard this.
This little guy really doesn't act like he's part of the family!
With his three-punch-high build, he's actually helping someone watch their stall!
"What if someone causes trouble?"
“Try to reason with them, and if you can’t win the argument, come back to your dad!” Little Tiantian said matter-of-factly.
Secretary Lei...
On Thursday evening, Yao Shula was cleaning the windows of the recreation room when she saw Lei Jingwu leading a man and a woman toward her.
Each person was also carrying a large box.
Yao Shula laughed. She asked Lei Jingwu to be a shill, but he brought two other people along to be shills too!
Just as Yao Shula was about to greet him, the man who came with Lei Jingwu put down the box he was carrying, adjusted his glasses, and said something that Yao Shula found very displeasing.
"This storefront looks... a bit tacky!"
"A little soil? Don't worry, this little bit of soil is enough to bury you!" Yao Shula replied coldly.
Her recreational ball room hasn't even opened yet, and someone's already trying to dampen her enthusiasm—that won't do!
Lei Jingwu...
The man and woman who came with Lei Jingwu also stared wide-eyed...
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