Jiang Li glanced at Jiang Longtao. The clothes he was wearing were simple in style but brand new.
This should be a recent creation. She had never heard of Jiang Longtao before and didn't know if he was reliable.
But he can pay first and then get the goods, which is better than many people.
I sold 16 cakes at one time and made 21 yuan in one go. The key is that I don’t even have to go out. I didn’t expect Jiang Li to catch such a good thing as pie in the sky.
Jiang Li took the 21 yuan given by Jiang Longtao and his face was full of joy.
Although making pastries is tiring, it is very profitable. The money she earned today is already as much as she earned from painting 20 portraits.
"Then I'll be leaving first. If the sales are good this time, I'll come back tomorrow or the day after tomorrow to restock. You better be prepared."
"I don't have any ingredients at home. I am like a good cook without rice, but I can't cook."
Jiang Li spread her hands, and Jiang Longtao was amused by her relaxed and funny expression.
"Then wait until I sell the cakes. I'll make some money and buy the ingredients for you. Then you just do it and I'll take care of the rest!"
Jiang Longtao is tall and strong, and has a loud voice. The most important thing is that he always has a smile on his face and likes to joke with people.
Jiang Li initially thought he was a bit greasy and pretentious, a bit like those philandering scumbags of the 21st century.
After spending some time together, Jiang Li discovered that Jiang Longtao was just like that on the surface, but was actually quite stable.
Of course, how much ability he has depends on whether he can sell products in the future.
"Okay, I hope our cooperation can continue happily."
Jiang Li felt relieved after selling the cakes. When Jiang Longtao left, he turned around frequently and waved goodbye to her.
Those who didn’t know would have thought they were going to be separated forever, but it turned out that they lived only a few dozen meters apart.
"That's what I hope for. I'll be leaving now."
Zhang Guocai didn't speak until Jiang Longtao walked away.
"This guy is quite nice and takes good care of you."
"We're just partnering up to do a little business, uncle, don't get the wrong idea. And uncle, your business was pretty good today too. You sold all the baskets you made for me, and even my beloved little duck! You actually sold it to me too!"
"Wow, wow, wow, my uncle doesn't like me anymore. I'm so sad~"
Jiang Li covered her eyes and pretended to cry. Zhang Guocai, who seldom interacted with women, was not sure whether his niece was joking or really sad. He suddenly became anxious.
"Xiao Li, don't be sad. Uncle didn't mean it. Just draw whatever style you like and I'll make it for you!"
"Uncle, can't you see that they are pretending?"
Jiang Li pulled her uncle's sleeve and shook it gently. Zhang Guo turned his head and saw the smile on his niece's face, and then he felt relieved.
"I'm glad you didn't cry. I told you my niece is so strong, how could she cry over such a small thing?"
"But then again, I've noticed that those shaped bamboo baskets you designed are quite popular. Even though they're expensive, people are willing to buy them."
Zhang Guocai was not a stupid person, but he was too eager for quick success when he was young, so he achieved nothing in his 30s.
During this period, he lived under the same roof with his niece. His daily life was to work and take care of the children. His impetuous heart gradually settled down, and Zhang Guocai gradually smelled business opportunities.
Especially the six dollars he earned today further strengthened his confidence.
It turns out that as long as you develop well in a certain industry and what you do is recognized by everyone, you can make money.
If you know a lot but are not proficient in it, you will end up accomplishing nothing.
"It's the 1970s, not the 1960s. People's lives are getting better and better. Things that are affordable and unique will naturally be popular."
"When I drew the blueprint for my uncle, he said it was just a basket, used to hold things anyway, so why bother making it so complicated? Now you see, it's still somewhat useful, right?"
Jiang Li was talking to his uncle with a smile on his face. Zhang Guocai was not one to ignore other people's opinions, so he nodded thoughtfully.
"My niece is right. From now on, I will listen to you on all matters. Now I want to ask you, who can draw, to help me with something."
Zhang Guocai paused at this point. His niece was so busy every day that she only earned one dollar for drawing a portrait for others.
If he asked his niece to design the blueprints for him for free, would that be a bit too much to ask?
"Uncle wants me to draw the blueprints, right? Of course, no problem. My uncle is so kind, I have to make time even if I don't have time!"
Jiang Li has a sweet mouth and is very good at talking, and Zhang Guocai felt very happy when he heard it.
The injury he suffered some time ago didn’t seem to hurt as much anymore. Although the weather was very cold tonight, Zhang Guocai felt warm in his heart.
"You are truly my good niece! Your uncle loves you so much!"
Although Zhang Guocai was only a dozen years older than Jiang Li, at this moment he treated her like his own daughter.
He sighed silently in his heart that it was a blessing from his previous life to have such a good niece. Unfortunately, his elder and second brothers were not smart enough and chose others in the face of interests, so they were destined to be strangers in the future.
Jiang Li returned to the house and quietly poured a cup of spiritual spring water for Zhang Guocai in the space.
During this period of time, Jiang Li would give his uncle a cup of spiritual spring water every night to help his uncle's wounds heal quickly and strengthen his body.
"Uncle, you must be thirsty after working for so long. Your niece has poured you some water. Can you drink it all in one gulp?"
"This is a gift from my niece, so of course I have to drink it."
Zhang Guocai took the cup and drank it all in one gulp. The water tasted really good!
Zhang Guocai didn't know whether it was a psychological effect or the water was just delicious. Every time his nephew brought him water, it was especially sweet and refreshing. Even the mineral water in the mountains didn't taste as good as this water.
"This water tastes so good. I feel so refreshed after drinking it!"
Zhang Guocai put down his tools and stretched out his body. His bones crackled all over his body and he sighed uncontrollably in comfort.
"Uncle, you go ahead and do your work. I'll go cook."
Jiang Li saw that his uncle's mental state improved at a visible speed after drinking the spiritual spring water, and Jiang Li left with satisfaction.
The evening meal still included meat and vegetables, and Zhang Guocai and Jiang Yi ate with gusto.
After dinner, Zhang Guocai continued to work under the eaves. His hands flew, and a duck-shaped basket soon took shape in his hands.
Zhang Guocai was concentrating on his work when he suddenly heard a slight noise coming from outside.
Ever since his nephew was nearly taken away right under his nose twice, he is now always on guard and will never give others any opportunity to take advantage of him.
A furtive black shadow flashed past the gate of the yard. After walking a long way, the man turned back and looked deeply at their house.
"Who could this person be? He sneaked back in the middle of the night. He looks like he has bad intentions!"
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