Chapter 137 Opportunity for Promotion
The black panther smelled the fragrance and followed in. It didn't come over on its own initiative, but sat next to Xia Mi waiting to be fed.
Xia Mi flipped over the ones with lower sugar content and gave it two pieces.
I don’t know if it’s because we haven’t seen each other for a long time, but Black Panther is particularly clingy. Even Huo Jingchen, who is usually afraid of him, doesn’t want to be separated from him and stays with him in the kitchen to make a fire.
Black Panther ate very quickly and finished it in two bites. After finishing it, he looked at Xia Mi eagerly, trying to get two more pieces through his eyes.
"No, you can't eat too much of this high-sugar stuff. I'll give it to you tomorrow."
The black panther seemed to understand and purred softly, as if it was acting coquettishly.
Huo Jingchen frowned when he heard the coquettish voice.
No wonder he couldn't become a military dog. What military dog would cry when it can't get food? He thought to himself, and Black Panther stared at the unfinished beef tongue biscuit in Huo Jingchen's hand, making him drool.
Xia Mi burst into laughter at this scene.
Huo Jingchen couldn't stand this look and just threw the remaining half to it.
The black panther caught it instantly, took a few bites and swallowed it. Perhaps it knew that this was the last half, so it didn't ask for more greedily, but walked directly to Huo Jingchen and lay down.
The corners of Huo Jingchen's lips raised to a nice angle.
"The water is almost done, go wash first, I'll go find some clothes."
Huo Jingchen showers very quickly, or rather, all men shower very quickly. Xia Mi feels like they just rinse and come out.
"Okay." Huo Jingchen used something to block the stove mouth to prevent sparks from flying out.
"By the way, what did Shen Zhihui write to you?"
Huo Jingchen asked suddenly. In fact, he had been waiting for Xia Mi to talk to him actively. Seeing that the woman didn't seem to want to say anything, he couldn't help it.
"I just mentioned that he sells braised food, and didn't mention much else."
Xia Mi just took the time to read the letter. In the letter, Shen Zhihui shared his recent situation. The letter was all about business, and she asked him to help inquire about the contracting of the sea area. There was not a single word related to feelings.
"Really? I can't believe you two have such a good relationship."
Huo Jingchen's eyes dimmed and he reached out for the spoon.
"No, we were introduced to each other by a teacher named Zhao. Now, Teacher Zhao has gone to Haicheng with a friend of Shen Zhihui. I didn't expect Shen Zhihui to return to Qingcheng."
Xia Mi was worried that Huo Jingchen would have wild thoughts, so she quickly explained how she met Shen Zhihui.
Huo Jingchen responded with an OK, then poured hot water into the bucket, and the hot steam rose up to form a heat wave.
"Don't think too much. There's nothing between him and me. This time I just wanted to ask him about the sea area contract. I accidentally heard someone say that the sea area can be privately contracted in the future..."
Xia Mi's voice became smaller and smaller, and she turned abruptly, "Don't worry, I'm not doing it myself. I want to find someone to represent me or invest."
It is now open, but it has not been announced publicly.
Huo Jingchen had vaguely guessed that Xia Mi might have this intention since last time.
This matter has not been settled yet, so he dared not let anyone take risks. "This matter is still uncertain. If you really want, I can find someone to help you find out."
"Private contracting of sea areas will not be implemented in the next two years, but townships can. You can use the name of the township."
Huo Jingchen's reminder startled Xia Mi. Her focus was on private enterprises and she had completely forgotten that collective contracting was now possible.
But she doesn’t know anyone in the town, so would they agree to give her the contract?
Besides, contracting a sea area is not an easy matter. She is so young and delicate. If she goes to the production team leader or the commune leader to ask for the contract.
The other party won’t believe it either, and will probably just think she’s daydreaming.
She also couldn't just say that she had the blessing of a golden finger.
Seeing Xia Mi thinking seriously, Huo Jingchen was slightly surprised. He didn't expect that she really thought about it.
"Why did you suddenly have this idea?"
Xia Mi was stunned for a moment, then replied, "Don't they say that if you live by the mountain, you can eat from the mountain; if you live by the sea, you can eat from the sea? This is readily available. The one who is close to the water gets the moon first. I want to try it too. Plus, I like to go fishing, so I thought of it on the spur of the moment."
Huo Jingchen's eyes stayed on Xia Mi, and although his expression did not change, one could still feel he was being scrutinized.
Xia Mi felt guilty and didn't dare to look at Huo Jingchen.
"Shen Zhihui can't help you with anything. If you really want to do it, I will help you find a way."
"But I want to do this myself. I'm worried that you'll interfere too much. If someone gets jealous and starts to make a move in this area, you'll be implicated by me."
"We are husband and wife, husband and wife are one, we prosper together and suffer together."
Huo Jingchen added, "If someone wants to target me, if they can't find it from you, they will find it from somewhere else. It's better to take precautions early. As long as we abide by the law, no one can say anything to us."
When Xia Mi heard this, it seemed to be true.
But she still didn't dare to agree easily. She originally wanted to take advantage of the distance between her and Shen Zhihui and her unfamiliarity with him to use the system to gain convenience.
If Huo Jingchen came, she would be exposed before long.
Xia Mi pursed her lips and chose to skip this topic, "Let's talk about this later. I'm not sure now, and I don't dare."
Huo Jingchen nodded.
He had some concerns in his mind. If Xia Mi wanted to contract the sea area, it would definitely not be possible in a short period of time, and the matter of returning to the imperial capital would have to be put on hold.
After thinking it over again and again, Huo Jingchen chose to confess.
"This time I have an opportunity to be promoted. As long as I pass the physical examination, I can hope to return to the imperial capital."
Xia Mi looked at Huo Jingchen with a frozen gaze, "When did it happen?"
"It hasn't been confirmed yet. I'm worried that you'll be happy for nothing. If it's short, I'll give you one or two notifications. If it's long, I can't say for sure."
Xia Mi did not hesitate. Since she could not contract the sea area realistically, she would contract it in space, make more money, and expand her space sea area.
"This is a good thing. You haven't seen your parents for a long time. You have been here for almost seven years. It's time to go back."
"and you?"
"I was just thinking about it. It's different from yours. Yours will be realized soon. I will have more opportunities if I go to a big city."
Huo Jingchen finally understood that Xia Mi just wanted to start her own business.
"This matter has not been finalized yet. No one can predict it. We may have to stay on the island for a few more years." Huo Jingchen reached out and touched the water in the bucket. The water temperature was a little cold. "I'll go take a shower first."
Xia Mi nodded and took Black Panther to the yard.
In just a few days, a lot of weeds have grown in the vegetable garden. It rained yesterday and the soil is still loose, so it is best to pull them out as soon as possible.
Xia Mi lowered her head and looked at the tender green grass. She suddenly felt that this was like her contracted sea area, which had just appeared and then disappeared.
But there is still a long way to go, and no one can predict what the future holds.
She is an optimist and always thinks positively about things.
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