It's time for them to get some new clothes.
"Okay, no problem, we'll go take a look in the next couple of days."
Yu Jiu put away the account book and money, slept happily through the night, and the next day Gouzi and Zhang Yan came over, also beaming with joy.
"Your factory is so successful that people still ask us where it is and how to get supplies. When I tell them the location, they even offer me red envelopes (cash gifts). I've collected quite a bit of money from red envelopes alone."
Gouzi chuckled and said that he had gotten to know a lot of street vendors when he was setting up his stall, and they had kept in touch ever since. Even though they had opened their own shops now, they still kept in touch with many of them, so this time Gouzi earned a lot of referral fees.
"That means you've brought us a lot of business, so we should give you a red envelope."
Yu Jiu laughed heartily. Gouzi and Zhang Yan originally wanted to give the money to Yu Jiu and Xu Zijiang, but they didn't expect Yu Jiu to say that, so they were hesitant to speak up.
"Alright, take that little bit of money. It's your referral fee. We can't possibly take it back, can we? What kind of people do you take us for? Don't worry about these things. Go back and bring Dog Egg and his brother up here. School will start again soon."
Xu Zijiang pointed out Gouzi and Zhang Yan's little scheme, saying that it was too much of a formality to give them such a small amount of money.
"Then I'll take it. Sure enough, I can always make a fortune thanks to you guys."
“We’re planning to go back and pick up the two brothers, Gou Dan and Gou Zai Zi, in the next few days. We’ll also bring my parents up here for a few days so they can see the world and have a family reunion. We can get back to work on the fields later.”
Since Xu Zijiang had already said that, Gouzi didn't stand on ceremony with him. Instead, he brought up the matter of picking up his parents and children. Because they were busy making money, the couple hadn't gone home for the New Year, finding the round trip too time-consuming. Now that the shop was open, they didn't need to set up a stall anymore, and they weren't worried about not making money if they didn't set up their stall.
They hired an employee there, and Zhang Yan and she watched over the shop while Gouzi went home to pick her up.
"As long as you've made the arrangements, that's fine."
Since he had no relatives left in his hometown, Yu Jiu and Xu Zijiang did not plan to go back. However, Xu Zijiang could not help but think of Zhou Chunrong and Wen Hongjuan.
"When are you planning to come up after you go back? I'll call Brother Zhou and Sister-in-law Hongjuan to ask if they're free to come over and visit."
If there's anything else about our hometown that's worth remembering, it's Zhou Chunrong and Wen Hongjuan, the couple who have been very good to Xu Zijiang and Yu Jiu. They've also kept in touch for over a year, occasionally making a phone call or sending a letter.
"I plan to buy a ticket for the day after tomorrow to go back and stay for two or three days. I can't stay too long. I'll probably come up around the 15th and take my parents here for half a month. Then school starts and Gou Dan will go to school."
The dog has almost finished planning.
"Okay, then I'll ask them if they want to come up. If they do, you can all come together, so you can look out for each other on the way."
Xu Zi nodded and then turned to call Zhou Chunrong.
"Why would we go there? Wouldn't that just cause you trouble?"
Zhou Chunrong refused to come over, so Xu Zijiang had to persuade him.
"It's nice to come and see the scenery outside. We haven't seen each other for so long. You don't miss us, but your sister-in-law does."
"Isn't that right? An'an missed you all too. Yuanyuan didn't remember you before, but now she can talk and walk. If you come over, she'll recognize you."
Yu Jiu also joined in the persuasion.
"We'll see. I don't have time right now. I'll come visit you when I have the chance."
No matter how they tried to persuade him, Zhou Chunrong refused to come over, so Xu Zijiang and Yu Jiu had no choice but to give up. The two bought some things and had Gouzi take them back to visit Zhou Chunrong and his wife on their behalf.
"Don't worry, Captain, I promise I'll deliver the goods to you!"
Gouzi grinned and gave a military salute. Even though he had been out for so long, he still habitually called Xu Zijiang Captain when no one was around, and only called him Brother Xu when they were outside.
"Yes, be careful on the way back. Keep an eye on your belongings and money in the car. Also, keep an eye on the children on the way here."
Xu Zi gave him a few words of advice and then let it go. On the third day, Gouzi went back with lots of bags and packages. Today, Yu Caihong came to Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan's place, which was something they had agreed on beforehand.
Yu Caihong won't be staying for more than a few days. Anyway, she mainly came to see Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan, so it doesn't matter whether Gouzi is there or not. It's good that she came before Gouzi's parents came up so they can have more time to spend together. Otherwise, when Zhang Yan gets busy, they won't have time to talk.
So she came over.
Yu Caihong was radiant. She had a student-style haircut that reached her shoulders and was dressed neatly in a long skirt and a sun-protective cardigan, looking youthful and beautiful. When she saw Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan, she immediately rushed over with her luggage.
"Ahhh, it's been so long, my friends! How are you all doing!"
"Okay, we're doing great, how are you?"
Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan rushed over, and the three of them hugged each other tightly. Excited smiles adorned their faces. This was the first time they had seen each other since Yu Caihong left the team to go to university; how could they not be excited?
"I'm doing pretty well too. I have some good news to announce first: I've found a boyfriend!"
She deliberately didn't mention this in the letter, but instead wanted to tell Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan in person, which showed how serious she was about it.
"What! You've been single for so many years, I thought you weren't planning on getting married, I never expected you to actually find someone!"
Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan were both shocked. After all, back in the countryside, Yu Caihong always had an attitude of "men, don't bother me." Even when she saw Yu Jiu and Xu Zijiang dating, she only had a "shipping" expression and never felt envious. It was as if she was born without any concept of love and marriage.
Now that she has suddenly announced that she has a boyfriend, they are not only shocked but also offer their blessings.
"Yes, maybe it was fate. We suddenly hit it off. He's from our school, but he's a year older than me. His family is quite well-off. He's tall, but his looks are a bit average. However, he has a very good temper and is very gentle. I like him quite a bit."
"I have a feeling that we might get married soon."
Yu Caihong said somewhat shyly, revealing a girlish charm, and Yu Jiu and Zhang Yan immediately teased her.
"Oh my, you're getting married! It's rare to see you so shy. Looks like you're really smitten! When are you getting married? Remember to invite us. We promise to come to the wedding banquet and give you a wedding gift!"
"Of course, how could I get married without you guys? But I'm not sure if that's true or not. Lately, he's given me the feeling that he wants to propose to me. If he does, I'll say yes."
After all, they are both getting on in years, and if they really like each other, they should indeed get married.
“If you have this feeling, then it must be right. Come on, let’s go home first and talk about it when we get home.”
Xu Zijiang didn't come to pick her up; Zhang Yan and Yu Jiu came to pick up Yu Caihong instead. Xu Zijiang had gone to inspect the store, and the three women went back to Yu Jiu's place together, chattering nonstop the whole way.
Having not seen each other for so long, they had a lot to say.
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