Aunt Li is still as warm and welcoming as ever.
Knowing she was about to return to her hometown, they sent her a whole bunch of delicious food, saying she could take it with her on the road. Shen Qianqian glanced at the glass jar; it was full of braised dishes.
This thing became very popular in later generations.
Yes, it's a good thing that can make money.
After saying goodbye to Aunt Li, Shen Qianqian left.
I could still faintly hear Li Xing talking in hushed tones behind me.
"She got a bargain on something freshly baked; other people can't even buy it!"
"Tsk, you little brat, if you keep guzzling, I'll beat you up!"
"I'm your own brother!"
"I'll beat up even my own younger brother without hesitation."
...
On the day she returned to Nanxian, Shen Qianqian wore the dress that Wu Yunhua had bought for her at the department store, and carried a schoolbag with several books inside. Her attire was similar to that of a student in later generations.
Once on the train, Shen Qianqian saw Shen Miaomiao's red, swollen eyes through the window and smiled.
Come on, you understand parting, that's good, that's good.
The person in this family who most wanted to leave was Old Mrs. Lin.
After repaying the two thousand yuan last time, Old Mrs. Lin fell ill and stayed in bed for several days. She only got up when she heard the news that she was about to leave.
Having learned this lesson, the other party should no longer dare to embezzle the money.
However, it seems that someone is holding a grudge against me.
This old lady really holds a grudge.
Hopefully, after Shen Miaomiao starts school, Aunt Wu can also return to teaching as soon as possible.
I guess I won't be able to come again until next year.
Winter break is freezing cold, not suitable for long-distance travel, so Shen Qianqian decisively gave up her idea of taking another trip during the winter break.
Law.
She has a lot to do next, her schedule is packed, she has to go to school and run a factory, she doesn't have time to deal with other things.
Compared to the setbacks on the way to the capital, the return trip was smooth and peaceful, without any strange incidents.
Two and a half days later, we arrived safely in Nanxian County.
Nanxian is just a small county town, a stark contrast to the bustling capital. The former has high-rise buildings and well-developed infrastructure, making it more advanced. Yet, Shen Qianqian feels a stronger sense of belonging to Nanxian. Habit is truly a terrible thing.
After leaving the train station, I went straight to the Zhou family home to find her second business partner.
Zhou Cai's home is near the cadre building. Shen Qianqian, carrying the snacks she bought outside the train station, came to this familiar place.
The sun was blazing. Blinding rays of light shone down from the sky.
When she arrived at the Zhou family's house, Shen Qianqian's back was already soaked with sweat. She had been hiding under trees the whole way, feeling hot and tired.
The Zhou family's gate was not closed, so she did not step in directly. Instead, she peeked inside and saw one of Zhou Cai's twin sons washing clothes by the well.
She couldn't tell the twins apart. The names Zhou Ping and Zhou An circled on her lips for a moment before she finally decided to greet them in the simplest and most unassuming way.
Hey. Is your dad home?
The boy doing laundry turned around, saw who it was, looked surprised, and stood up to greet them. "Sister Qianqian, you're back from the capital?"
Shen Qianqian nodded slightly. She smiled and handed over the snacks.
She stayed in the capital for almost two months, and when she returned, she found that Nanxian County had changed a bit. For example, there were more people setting up stalls and opening shops to sell things outside the streets.
She bought this snack outside the train station.
The boy took the item and scratched his head sheepishly.
"Sister Qianqian, please come in and sit down. My dad went out to take measurements for someone and won't be back for a while."
Shen Qianqian went inside to wait and saw the young man pour her water and stand obediently beside her. Anyone who didn't know better would think he was worried that she, the guest, would be bored.
"…Ahem, you go ahead and do your work. I'll just sit here and read. Don't worry about me. By the way, are you Zhou Ping or Zhou An?"
The boy pointed to the mole on his head: "I am the younger brother, Zhou An."
Shen Qianqian glanced at it, nodded seriously, indicating that she had remembered it.
Luckily, she had a mole, otherwise she really wouldn't be able to tell who was who.
Zhou An didn't continue washing clothes. Instead, he sat down and asked her about things in the capital and how the schoolbags were selling.
Seeing that the child was genuinely curious, Shen Qianqian simply started talking to him. The two chatted for a while, and then Zhou Cai and Fa's son, Zhou Ping, returned. As soon as he saw her, he rushed straight towards her without even putting down the tools he was holding.
"How's it going? How are the sales?"
Shen Qianqian: ...To be honest, they really are father and son.
However, seeing the expectant looks on the three of them, Shen Qianqian straightened her expression and said, "It sold very well. I came here to bring you money. It's 136 yuan. As for how much each person is paid, you can give it to them."
"Uncle Zhou, there's something else I need to tell you. Is it convenient for us to talk?"
Upon arriving in the lobby, Shen Qianqian directly stated her purpose without uttering a single unnecessary word. Zhou Cai was stunned for a moment after hearing this.
"You want to partner with me to start a factory?"
"Yes, what's the problem? You have the ability, you have the strength, and you have technology that others don't. It would be a huge loss not to partner with you to set up a factory! As long as you join our team, you'll be the deputy factory manager!"
When Shen Qianqian said this, her eyes showed two parts excitement, three parts seriousness, and five parts sincerity.
Zhou Cai was stunned. He hadn't realized he had so many strengths that he didn't know where to begin.
He nodded in agreement without really understanding what was going on.
“We have two more partners, but they’re in the capital. They said they’ll come over once the factory is set up, and I’ll introduce them to you then. But Uncle, you can rest assured and trust my judgment. I never misjudge people; they’re just as excellent as you.”
After having lunch at the Zhou family's house and making a few empty promises,
Shen Qianqian embarked on her journey back to the Wuxing Production Brigade.
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