Li Zheng looked at Liang Shuyan, whose lips curled up: "Actually, I don't know how many shops there are in our village. We need to take stock and register who wants to rent them, or whose shops are being rented out, before we can decide whether to rent out the rest."
Li Zheng thought about it and realized it made sense. If they wanted to rent it out, but the villagers wanted to rent it out, what should they do?
Liang Shuyan and Li Zheng discussed it and then ordered someone to call the villagers to come and learn about the shop rental matter. They also made a simple count of the people who needed to rent the shops. There were a total of 241 shops. Apart from the families in Daling Village who needed shops, there was also an activity center for the elderly. There were more than 50 shops left that could be rented out.
"As for the price, we should reconsider it. It can't be too high, otherwise it won't be cost-effective and we won't be able to rent it out!"
Li Zheng nodded: "Then let's make it 120 per room!"
Liang Shuyan didn't say anything, and then quickly returned.
Liu Shi was one month old when she brought the baby to the martial arts school. Despite being wrapped up tightly, the baby still caught a cold. Liang Shuyan saw this and called Liu Shi over.
"How could you bring the child out and wander around like that? The weather is getting colder every day. What if the child catches a cold?"
Liu said somewhat embarrassedly, "Mother, I understand. I won't go out anymore. In a few days, everyone at the martial arts school will be going home. I still want to go back and help clean up the martial arts school."
"You don't need to help with these things. The people from the martial arts school are going back home. They'll clean up their own mess before they leave, so it's not a big deal. You can stay home with the children and visit the school when you have free time. The teacher is getting old, so you can help him look after those kids."
Madam Liu nodded: "Yes, I understand, Mother!"
At the entrance of the school, a group of students stood, while several people from Lijia Village stood aside, whispering about something. Liang Shuyan seemed to recognize someone and walked over. It seemed to be Aunt Pang's daughter, Chen Dachun. She had met her once before and confirmed that Chen Dachun had married into Lijia Village and had two children attending school in Daling Village.
"Auntie, you've arrived?" Chen Dachun greeted Liang Shuyan as soon as he saw her.
Liang Shuyan nodded: "Dachun, what are you doing here? Is there something you need?"
Chen Dachun rubbed his clothes with both hands and said calmly, "Auntie, my mother asked me to tell you that she wants a few children from Lijia Village to come to school."
Liang Shuyan frowned: "Tell me what? Doesn't your Liujia Village have a school? We already have enough children in Daling Village, and Mr. Su's health isn't very good either. I'm afraid we can't accommodate so many people all at once."
Chen Dachun was seething with anger, but he didn't say anything. He forced a smile and said, "Auntie, look, I've already promised them. Could you possibly lower the tuition fee a bit?"
Liang Shuyan realized that her identity had brought her a lot of trouble. Even such a small problem was difficult for her to deal with. If she didn't solve this problem now, wouldn't there be even more small problems like this in the future? How would she deal with them then?
"Well then, I can't really say anything about the tuition fees, you should go and talk to Lizheng about it!"
Just then, Li Zheng came over with a group of people. When he saw Liang Shuyan, he said, "Madam, look, these are all children from other villages who want to come to our village to study. Should we make some arrangements for them?"
Liang Shuyan had already realized the seriousness of the problem, and then said, "Lizheng, you should make the decisions on matters like this in the future. I can't say anything about it."
Chen Dachun cursed inwardly, "She's just a woman? Why is she putting on such airs? My mother is really something else, why should she work for her family?"
Liang Shuyan seemed to see a hint of resentment on her face, and then said, "Don't be angry. Think about it, if everyone were like you and brought their children to our Daling Village, how could our school accommodate so many children?"
Li Zheng understood Liang Shuyan's thoughts and then explained, "Look, our school in Daling Village isn't very big to begin with, and Mr. Su's health isn't very good either, so our school's enrollment for this year is already full, and we can't take in any more. You should go and register first, but there are limited spots available, and if there aren't any spots or opportunities, there's nothing we can do."
Chen Dachun nodded and led several parents and children toward a rectangular table.
Mr. Su shook his head: "These children did nothing wrong, it's just that the school in our Daling Village is really limited and can't accommodate so many people!"
Li Zheng hesitated for a moment, then turned around and asked, "By the way, shouldn't our school in Daling Village come up with a good way to control the children from outside the village?"
Liang Shuyan thought for a moment and said, "How about this: all the children who come to study in our Daling Village must be exceptionally outstanding, with excellent grades. Also, we will not accept any children from families with poor education! That's it!"
Mr. Su thought Liang Shuyan's idea was excellent, and then nodded: "Great, let's do as you say. The children who enroll will be assessed regularly, and the outstanding ones will stay!"
Li Zheng naturally agreed wholeheartedly, and continued, "Mr. Su, you should go to town to get a check-up during this time. I'll discuss with my wife about hiring some new teachers. The number of students is gradually increasing, and you can't manage it all by yourself."
Mr. Su nodded: "I also know two other teachers who teach at the same school. They're pretty good people. I wonder if that would work?"
Li Zheng readily agreed: "Sure, Mr. Su must know the right person. Bring him over tomorrow. We in Daling Village don't have to worry about food or lodging these days!"
Upon hearing that Mr. Su was going to town, Liang Shuyan said, "By the way, Mr. Su, why don't we let Dashan accompany you to see a doctor? I'll look after the two children for now. We can buy whatever else we need so we can move into our new house, since there's not much going on at the workshop these next few days."
Mr. Su hesitated for a moment and said, "No need, I don't lack anything. I mainly want to see my two friends. If it's suitable, they can come to our village. I really can't take care of these kids."
"Alright, since that's the case, then go ahead. If you need any help, just let me know. When you come back, come to my house. I'm going to have a housewarming party, and I'll invite everyone in the village to come and celebrate!"
"Okay, no problem!"
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