Chapter 238 Walkman
Everyone knows that as long as Guo Zhenyi is around, this courtyard will remain stable.
By dinnertime, it was completely dark.
Just then, Guo Yanlong arrived with large and small bags, his steps light and quick.
He was wearing a dark gray wool coat, with a wool scarf peeking out from the collar.
"Oh, what a coincidence!"
He peeked into the kitchen with a grin.
"Boss Zhou, it's just an extra pair of chopsticks, you don't mind, do you? I came here because I smelled the delicious aroma!"
Guo Zhenyi is helping Zhou Shufen serve the dishes.
The children nestled quietly on small blankets beside the fireplace.
As soon as Zhou Shufen heard the sound coming from the doorway, she immediately smiled.
"Director Guo is here? Come in quickly! We're about to start dinner, it's more lively with more people! It's not good to be out in the cold, come in and warm up!"
She turned and called out to the inner room.
"Lijuan, bring out that new set of bowls and chopsticks from the cupboard! We have a lot of guests today, so we'll use the new ones!"
Guo Yanlong strode in.
He put the things he was holding on the table.
"It's Chinese New Year, and your family has a lot of kids, so bring some snacks to satisfy your cravings."
He explained with a smile.
"The wine is for Boss Zhou and Brother Zhengyi. They can have some tonight to warm themselves up and add a touch of the New Year's atmosphere."
He glanced up and his gaze swept over the two children by the fireplace, and he suddenly noticed what they were wearing on their ears.
"Hey, what's stuffed in those two little ears? It doesn't look like cotton. Those dark little things, could they be some trendy toy?"
Zhou Liya immediately jumped out and shook her head.
"This is a Walkman that Uncle Guo bought for me! It's amazing, it can play songs by itself, so I don't have to sing opera!"
After saying that, she pulled off the earphone in her right ear and put it into Guo Yanlong's ear.
Before Guo Yanlong could react, he suddenly felt his ears being plugged.
Suddenly, music started playing.
He instinctively shrank back, almost jumping off the chair.
"Oh my god! What... what is this thing? How can it sing by itself? This metal box can even talk?"
Everyone in the room burst out laughing, and Zhou Liya laughed so hard she almost fell over.
"A Walkman! It can play music! Uncle Guo had someone bring it back from abroad, it's amazing! It works even better than a radio!"
As she spoke, she deftly pulled the other earphone off the machine and placed it in her sister Zhou Lijuan's hand.
"Sis, listen! This is my favorite song! As soon as the melody starts, I can jump up and down!"
Zhou Lijuan took the small pair of headphones and put them on.
Qi Changyu curiously leaned over, his eyes fixed on the small black box.
"How can such a small box hold so many songs? Is it like a radio, transmitting via broadcast signal?"
Guo Zhenyi put down the spatula in his hand and walked over.
"no."
"Each song is recorded on a cassette tape. If you want to listen to a particular song, just press a button and the sound will come out."
"Whether you're walking, cycling, or sitting under a tree enjoying the shade, you can carry it with you wherever you go."
Guo Yanlong is still immersed in the world of music.
Only after the song ended did he slowly take off his headphones.
He stared at the small black box and couldn't help but sigh.
"This thing is amazing! It's so much better than the radios sold in our Yuxin Department Store!"
"It's small and exquisite, doesn't take up much space in your hand, and has a very clear sound. I dare say, when the city kids find out about it, they'll be fighting over it to play with."
Zhou Shufen also quietly moved closer, her gaze falling on the small black box in Zhou Liya's hand.
The outer casing is jet black and shiny, with several small buttons on the surface.
She paused for a moment.
I remember back in the 90s, my child kept insisting on having a Walkman.
At that time, she had just started working and her salary was meager. She had to count the money on her fingers for a long time before she could even buy a bottle of soy sauce.
In the end, she gritted her teeth and reluctantly bought a second-hand Walkman.
Who could have imagined that fate would be so different in this life?
With Guo Zhenyi as their backer, the children were able to get their hands on such rare items at such a young age.
"Did you thank Uncle Guo?"
Zhou Shufen reminded her.
The children immediately turned around and shouted in unison.
"Thank you, Uncle Guo!"
Guo Zhenyi quickly waved his hand.
"Don't mention it, we're all family."
He gently patted the child beside him.
"When I have time later, I'll bring you some other rare and interesting things."
"As long as I have the strength, I will find a way to get you whatever you want."
Guo Yanlong stood aside, quietly watching his cousin.
He used to think that Guo Zhenyi was a rigid old-fashioned man who lived frugally.
But now he suddenly understood.
It turns out that Guo Zhenyi wasn't averse to spending money; he simply hadn't met anyone he could open his heart to.
"Liya, go wash your hands, dinner will be ready soon!"
Zhou Shufen shouted aloud.
Guo Zhenyi suddenly reached out and quietly pulled Guo Yanlong into a corner.
"Yanlong, help me find out about someone named Yang Muyan."
Why investigate him?
Guo Yanlong was taken aback.
"Let's see if he has any dirt on him."
Guo Zhenyi's gaze darkened.
"If you have solid evidence, report it directly to higher authorities."
The smile on Guo Yanlong's face vanished instantly.
"Brother, are you worried... that kid will go back to cause trouble for Lijuan again?"
Guo Zhenyi nodded slowly.
"Yeah, that's what I'm worried about. He made such a scene at my doorstep today, who knows what dirty tricks he's up to? Lijuan will be starting school in a few days and will have to live at school. If that guy really goes to school with her and starts making a scene and causing trouble, it's a small matter if it disrupts her studies, but if rumors get out and ruin her reputation, that would be a big problem."
"He hasn't made a move yet, so we need to get ahead of him and find out his background. If we find any weaknesses, we need to deal with them as soon as possible and not leave any future troubles."
Guo Yanlong frowned slightly after hearing this.
After a moment, he finally spoke.
“Brother, don’t worry about it, leave it to me. I know what I’m doing. There are a few old coworkers in the factory who are from the same village as that kid, and they’ve heard some rumors about him. I’ll find an opportunity to quietly ask them if he’s done anything shady before.”
"Besides, I know a friend who works at the police station, and we're on good terms. I can ask him to check if that kid has any criminal record for petty theft, pickpocketing, or fighting. As long as we find even a small problem, we'll have solid evidence to ensure he can never hold his head up again, let alone cause trouble at my house."
"That's fine then."
Guo Zhenyi finally breathed a sigh of relief.
He raised his hand and patted his younger brother's shoulder hard.
"But this must not be made public; it must be done quietly. Don't let your sister-in-law and children know, lest they overthink and worry unnecessarily."
Guo Yanlong nodded heavily.
"Don't worry, I know what I'm doing. I won't let anyone find out. Just wait for my good news."
After they finished speaking, the two turned around and pushed open the door.
The house was tidy and the food was steaming on the table.
The children had just washed their hands and were sitting obediently around the dining table.
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