After getting rid of Yan Bugui, Sun Zhengguo returned home. His mother, Lin Wencui, saw what her son had bought and hurriedly asked in surprise.
"Son, it's so late already, where did you buy all this stuff from?!"
When Sun Zhengguo saw his mother asking, he had already prepared his answer and began to speak.
"Mom, it's just a coincidence. We ran into a guy from the countryside who was in a hurry to get money and came to steal some to sell. This wild boar meat was hunted in his village, and he didn't need a ticket."
Lin Wencui was surprised to hear that no tickets were needed, but she still gave some instructions.
"It's good that you didn't ask for a ticket, but you have to be careful. If you get caught, you'll be charged with speculation and profiteering. What will you do then? You can't do this again next time."
Lin Wencui didn't want to jeopardize her child's future for the sake of food, so she patiently taught him from the side.
"Okay, Mom. I'm not stupid. We're making the deal in the alley next door. We're being careful."
Seeing that her son understood everything, Lin Wencui didn't say anything more, picked up the dishes, and went to the kitchen to busy herself.
At noon, a large group of people sat around the table. The adults drank alcohol, while the women and children drank soda, happily eating and chatting.
The lunch today was very plentiful, with a full ten dishes. Adults and children alike ate with gusto until they were stuffed, at which point the women began to clear the table.
After everything was tidied up, Sun Dajiang and his son made tea, and the adults sat down at the table to chat.
"Dajiang, Wencui, I want to thank you both! You not only take care of Jiguo in his daily life, but Dajiang also found a good mentor for Jiguo at the factory and taught him everything he knew."
Lin Wenjun said gratefully.
"Brother, you're exaggerating. Ji Guo is also our nephew. Isn't it our duty to take care of him? Aren't we family?"
Sun Dajiang said, feigning anger.
"Yes, yes, we're family. Big brother misspoke, is that alright?"
"Hahaha……."
Everyone burst into laughter after hearing Lin Wenjun's words.
"By the way, brother, sister-in-law, you've come all this way, how about I take you out for some fun this afternoon?"
Lin Wencui said from the side.
"No! Your sister-in-law and I will go back this afternoon."
Lin Wenjun refused.
"Yes! Mom and Dad, you've come all this way, why don't you go and have some fun?"
"That's right! Uncle, if you don't want to go, maybe Auntie will? So just go."
After being persuaded by everyone, Lin Wenjun reluctantly agreed to go out and have fun together, and then go back the next morning.
After tidying up, the group boarded a bus and their first stop was Tiananmen Square.
Although Sun Zhengguo had been to Tiananmen Square before, he still felt a surge of excitement when he saw it again.
The majestic Tiananmen Square and the five-star red flag fluttering in the air made Sun Zhengguo seem to see the scene of revolutionary martyrs fighting bloody battles.
Seeing such a magnificent scene, Sun Zhengguo couldn't help but recite a poem:
Brave and fearless in the face of national crisis,
The spirit of revolutionary martyrs lives on.
Blood stains the red flag, yet my heart remains unrepentant.
His good name will be passed down through generations.
"Well said. Without the sacrifices of the older generation of heroes, we wouldn't have the life we have today."
Sun Dajiang praised from the side.
Hearing his father's praise, Sun Zhengguo scratched his head shyly and said with a blush.
"Seeing the five-star red flag reminded me of this poem. I hope you'll forgive my poor writing."
"Hahaha……."
Seeing Sun Zhengguo's embarrassed expression, the group burst into laughter.
After visiting Tiananmen Square, the group went to the Forbidden City.
For Sun Zhengguo, whether in his past life or this one, this is his first time visiting the Forbidden City.
This is a good opportunity to see it. If others find out that I, as a native of Beijing, have never been to the Forbidden City, I feel ashamed.
When Sun Zhengguo arrived at the Forbidden City and saw the magnificent ancient architectural complex, he was awestruck.
The Forbidden City's red walls, green tiles, carved beams and painted rafters—every detail is exquisitely crafted, showcasing the unique charm of Chinese culture and captivating all who behold it.
The Forbidden City is magnificent, grand, and solemn. It is like a majestic epic that stirs the heart, and a magnificent national symphony that leaves a lasting impression.
The beautiful architecture and scenery captivated Sun Zhengguo and his group, making them linger and enjoy themselves immensely.
After visiting the Forbidden City, everyone felt exhausted. They had originally planned to go to Houhai Park, but now they decided against it and went straight home.
Sun Zhengguo felt a little regretful that he couldn't go to Houhai Park, the place where "we rowed our oars". However, there will be plenty of opportunities in the future.
After returning to the courtyard house, the younger siblings went to bed to rest, while the rest of the family sat inside chatting.
Just as the group was chatting enthusiastically, a bicycle bell suddenly rang outside.
Sun Zhengguo knew that Sha Zhu must have come to return the car, so he opened the door.
Sha Zhu saw Sun Zhengguo, so he parked his car, took the lunchbox off the handlebars, and went to the front of the house.
"Jung-guk, I got back early this afternoon. Since your family wasn't home, I'm only returning the car now. I hope I didn't keep you up today?"
As Sha Zhu spoke, he handed over the car keys.
Sun Zhengguo took the key from Sha Zhu's hand and then said.
"It didn't delay us. There were many of us today, and we took the bus to go out and have fun."
"It's good that nothing was delayed. Oh! By the way, could you check the car?"
"No need to investigate, I believe you, Brother Zhu."
Having gained Sun Zhengguo's trust, Sha Zhu chuckled twice, then picked up the lunchbox in his hand, handed it to Sun Zhengguo, and said...
"Thank you, Zhengguo. This box of braised pork is for you as a token of my gratitude. But don't worry, it's not leftovers. The host was very satisfied with today's meal. This was a gift from someone."
Seeing the lunchbox that Sha Zhu handed him, Sun Zhengguo didn't take it and shook his head.
"Brother Zhu, take this meat back and use it to replenish the rainwater. I don't want it. I lent you the car, I didn't want anything from you."
When Sun Zhengguo refused, Shazhu got anxious and insisted on handing it over.
And so, one refused, while the other insisted on giving it to him, and the two began to push and shove at the door.
Hearing the commotion, Sun Dajiang and the others inside the house hurriedly came out to check.
As soon as he ran outside, he saw his son and Sha Zhu pushing lunchboxes back and forth. Sun Dajiang didn't know what was going on, so he spoke up.
What are you two doing?
Upon seeing Sun Dajiang, the two stopped, and Sha Zhu said embarrassedly.
“Uncle Dajiang and Aunt Wencui are here. I borrowed Zhengguo’s car today, and to thank him, I gave him this box of meat, but he didn’t want it, so we’re just passing it around here.”
After listening to Sha Zhu's explanation, Sun Dajiang finally understood that the two were not arguing, and then said...
"Zhu Zi, since you call me Uncle, then listen to your uncle. Take this box of meat back with you. Your family isn't having an easy time either!"
Upon hearing Sun Dajiang's words, Sha Zhu's eyes reddened, and tears almost welled up in his eyes.
Sha Zhu never expected that in this compound, after suffering so many scornful looks, there would still be people who understood his family. It wasn't easy for them!
"Uncle Dajiang, I just wanted to express my gratitude, I..."
Seeing that Sha Zhu was still persisting, Sun Dajiang continued.
"Take this back and give it to your sister to help her recover. Don't be sad. Remember what your uncle said: there's no hurdle you can't overcome. Go on, don't let your sister worry at home."
Only after Sha Zhu left did Sun Zhengguo turn around and give his father a meaningful look.
He thought to himself.
Dad's amazing! His inspirational quotes even made Sha Zhu cry.
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