After dinner, Feng Baoan was eventually outdrunk by Feng Haidong, Feng Haiwen, and his brother-in-law Fang Jianxing.
Even though he was drunk and passed out, Feng Baoan was still very happy.
After so many years, he, a marginalized figure in the village, has finally gained his place.
In particular, Feng Haidong assured him that his position in the town would not be replaced.
This really made Feng Baoan very happy.
They helped Feng Baoan into the house to sleep, and Feng Haidong, his brother-in-law, his younger brother, and Liang Cong sat with their father in the courtyard.
Feng Chungu looked at Feng Haidong and said, "Haidong, did you see that? Your Uncle Bao'an came in a bad mood today. You must remember to handle your relationships with everyone in the village well in the future."
Feng Haidong nodded and said, "Dad, I know. I will be more careful in the future and try my best not to let the villagers misunderstand me. Anyway, after seeing Uncle Bao'an like this today, I think it's better to be straightforward when dealing with the villagers in the future. They will tell me whether I need their help or not."
Feng Chungu nodded: "Yes, Haidong, don't feel embarrassed. Often, the more embarrassed you are with the villagers, the more trouble you may cause."
Feng Haiwen said, "Yes, yes, Fourth Brother, Dad is right. Now that you're in business, you can't be too accommodating to the villagers. You have to be straightforward and not make too many personal connections with them."
Fang Jianxing said, "Haidong is still soft-hearted. Take Feng Baoan's matter in the town, for example. If Haidong wanted to replace him, it would be very easy."
Feng Chungu said, "But Feng Baoan did a very good job in the town. Although he had some minor issues, overall he listened to Hai Dong and ensured that Hai Dong's two stores used shrimp."
Fang Jianxing said, "If he can't guarantee it, I'll be the first to not let him off the hook."
Feng Haidong said with a smile, "Brother-in-law, it's alright. Uncle Bao'an is still the best person I can be. He only tampered with other people's shrimp a few times. He definitely wouldn't dare to tamper with the shrimp I get."
Hearing this, Liang Cong asked curiously, "Brother Haidong, how do you know all this?"
Feng Haidong said with a smile, "There are really no secrets in town and village affairs. No matter how well you try to keep things secret, someone will always find out. Once even one person knows, it's no longer a secret."
Liang Cong still didn't quite understand.
Fang Jianxing said bluntly, "We know more than just Feng Baoan at the town market. We know most of the shops there. Who in the surrounding area wouldn't give Dad some face? Even though Dad is retired now, he still has a certain influence."
Upon hearing this, Liang Cong immediately understood.
“I understand. Just like my dad back home, someone will always tell him what happens.”
Fang Jianxing said, "Yes, that's right. So even though Feng Baoan seemed to be doing it secretly, someone still found out and then came to tell Dad."
Feng Chun-gu said, "Actually, it's not a big deal. I didn't tell you before, but I went to talk to Bao An. He realized his mistake and promised that he would never do it again."
Liang Cong couldn't help but ask, "What exactly happened?"
Feng Haidong said, "It's not a big deal. It's just that Feng Baoan sold some of the good shrimp that were selected to others at a high price in private."
Liang Cong was somewhat surprised: "What? There's such a thing?"
Feng Haidong said, "It's nothing. Feng Baoan is still a bit timid. He didn't dare to delay the use of my two stores. Otherwise, I would definitely have found someone to replace him."
Feng Haiwen couldn't help but say, "Fourth Brother, you still need to be careful."
Feng Haidong said, "Uncle Bao'an has already made a mistake today, so let's not talk about that matter anymore. Don't forget, we still have Dad."
Upon hearing his brother's words, Feng Haiwen immediately looked at his father.
Feng Haidong continued, "Although Dad doesn't participate in my business most of the time, he has always been the backbone of our family. As long as Dad is there, we can easily solve many problems."
At this point, Feng Haidong smiled and said to his father, "Dad, you and Mom must take good care of yourselves. Your good health is the greatest blessing for us children."
Feng Chungu laughed: "Hahaha, seeing that you are all living your lives well makes your mother and me feel good. When you are in a good mood, you will naturally be free from illness and disaster."
Hearing his father say this reminded Feng Haidong of his past life.
In my past life, my father's health deteriorated after he saw his children lose their jobs one by one and their families begin to struggle financially.
Now, when I hear my father mention it, he says that seeing each of them living their own lives well makes his parents happy.
Feng Haidong was truly deeply moved.
At that moment, he seemed to suddenly understand why he had been reborn.
My rebirth is about making my parents happy, relieving them of their worries about me and my siblings, and ensuring that everyone in this large family can live a good life.
After figuring this out, Feng Haidong said to his father, "Dad, don't worry, we will definitely work together to make our lives better."
Feng Chungu said, "If you, Haidong, said that, I would believe you."
Feng Haiwen said, "That's right, Fourth Brother is now the most capable one in our family."
Fang Jianxing chimed in, "Yes, Hai Dong is really capable now."
Feng Haidong replied, "This is nothing special. It's just that I seized the market early. We still need everyone to work together to stabilize our market as much as possible."
Fang Jianxing said, "No problem. I'll just focus on raising the shrimp and fish. Haiwen will be responsible for developing the market outside. After that, our crayfish will spread throughout the province and even be delivered to all parts of the country. At that time, we will have truly made a name for ourselves."
Feng Haidong said, "Brother-in-law, you're thinking too far ahead. Sending it all over the country will be quite difficult in terms of transportation for the time being."
Fang Jianxing said, "Haha, let's imagine the future first."
Feng Haidong felt that his brother-in-law was right; it was indeed possible to imagine the future.
Once logistics improve, crayfish will indeed be able to be sold all over the country.
Of course, before that, Feng Haidong had to ensure that his brother-in-law, who was raising crayfish, and the villagers could all make money so that they would continue raising crayfish.
The road ahead is long, and Feng Haidong understands that he must take it one step at a time.
They sat together and chatted for a while, and Feng Haidong also told his younger brother a lot about his trip to another place.
It wasn't until their mother urged everyone that it was almost time to go back to sleep.
After seeing off his elder sister and brother-in-law, Feng Haidong went back to his room to sleep with his younger brother and Liang Cong.
At night, Feng Haidong, his younger brother, and Liang Cong lay in a room and chatted together until very late.
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