Meng Tao didn't have breakfast, so He Jifa took her to a nearby teahouse and offered her "morning tea". Meng Tao said, "How can a "tourist" treat a "tourist" to a meal?" She paid first.

As they ate and talked, after finishing their morning tea, He Jifa became noticeably more talkative, and his smile became more casual and natural, without the cautiousness he had pretended to have when they first met. The name "Comrade Xiao Meng" became "Miss Xiao Meng".

He felt that Miss Meng was straightforward, generous, kind-hearted, and pure in character, and that she was someone who was easy to get along with.

During the conversation, Miss Meng was also very frank. Many of her views were the same as his. Things that he did not dare to say out loud, Miss Meng dared to say.

He Jifa is almost 40 years old. His experience from childhood to adulthood can be said to be full of ups and downs and he has seen countless people. He has his own judgment and has no reason not to believe this little girl.

After coming out of the teahouse, He Jifa began to perform the duties of a "tour guide" according to Meng Tao's wishes, taking Meng Tao to tour Guangshi. In fact, he took her to various hidden black markets or cargo warehouses to look at and pick goods.

Meng Tao drove and He Jifa directed the way. They drove around the city and looked at three or four places. The goods were roughly the same, all ordinary daily necessities. Meng Tao was not very satisfied. She felt that these freight yards were very small, the goods were not complete, and the inventory was not sufficient. She wanted to see a larger trading wholesale market and wanted more varieties of things.

He Jifa was stunned by what she said. He didn't expect that this girl had such a big appetite.

He Jifa said with some difficulty: "Sun Hong told me to just walk around the city and not go too far out of the city, let alone go out to sea. If something unexpected happens and there is danger, they will not be able to rescue in time."

Meng Tao: "According to you, the real black market cargo yard is actually outside the city? Or on the sea?"

He Jifa coughed twice. "The ones on the sea are big ships transporting goods. Generally, the trading locations are set at some remote seaside, riverside or island. The real black market cargo yards and warehouses you mentioned are not in the downtown area. Some are far away from the city."

"Then what are you waiting for? Let's go and have a look. I came all the way here, how can I not see it? Whether it's on the sea or in the suburbs, I have to visit it. Don't worry, I have enough money. As long as the goods are of good quality, I will definitely buy a lot."

"That's no problem, it's just a matter of safety..."

"Safety is not a problem. In such a peaceful time, what dangers could there be? You are worrying too much."

"Should we call Comrade Sun first?"

"Xiao Sun is a friend of my friend. Before I came to Guangzhou, my friend was worried about me because I was a girl, so he asked him to take care of me. He has already done so. He lent me his car, which is great. We are all adults, and we can't really rely on others for everything, right? We have to be responsible for our own actions. We just need to be careful, and it will be fine."

"That's what I said, but I promised Xiao Sun that if I change it without permission, I will be criticized later."

"Lao He, I promise to explain to Xiao Sun later and I will not let him blame you."

He Jifa hesitated for a moment and nodded: "Okay, then I will take you out of the city and go to the two largest black market wholesale markets in the suburbs. There are a lot of goods there, everything you need. You just look around. If you want to buy something, make a list for me and I will help you with everything. I can also provide delivery."

"Really? The service is so good? Thank you so much."

"Of course it's true." He Jifa laughed. No one else could provide this kind of service, so he had to do it since he promised Xiao Sun. However, since it was for Miss Xiao Meng, he was still happy to do it.

Meng Tao originally planned to use space transportation, which would be fast, convenient and economical. But now she has Lao He, a shopping guide, by her side. Purchasing without finding a vehicle for transportation would arouse suspicion. So she simply opened up and strengthened this transportation chain.

In the future, she won't have time to come and purchase goods every time, so she can just talk to Lao He directly. When needed, Lao He will send the goods from here and Zhang Fu will receive them on the other side. It's perfect.

After the discussion, they headed out of the city. This time, He Jifa drove. Although Guangzhou is a big city, there are some dilapidated roads outside the city, and they were afraid that Meng Tao would not be able to get used to driving.

On the way, Meng Tao asked Lao He tentatively: "Shall we go to the dock tomorrow to take a boat and go out to the sea?"

Meng Tao was not convinced: Who can't swim? I went to Hainan for vacation before and learned diving.

If you don't want to go to the sea, then don't go. People have responsibilities and pressure, so you can't force them.

"Lao He, what is your relationship with Sun Hong?"

He Jifa paused for a moment when he heard Meng Tao ask this, but he did not hide it: "I have a bad background. My family used to be rich, and some of my brothers and relatives went overseas. I was caught by the investigation team for speculation, which was enough for labor reform. Later, I...ah, this must be kept secret! Anyway, I helped with the work. When Xiao Sun and the others needed me, I obeyed and cooperated unconditionally. I can atone for my crime with my merits, and everything will be fine."

"Very good, so are you still engaged in speculation and profiteering now?"

"It's just a little bit. We are a big family with more than a hundred people, young and old. We used to live a good life. Many people don't want to go out to work. If I don't do it, there will be no life. Should I let them starve to death?"

Meng Tao is not in a position to comment on this, as it is someone else's family affair.

Let's change the subject and ask Lao He what home appliances are currently available on the black market?

He Jifa replied: "Refrigerators and TVs need to be pre-ordered, and the supply is in short supply; electric fans and radios are available as usual, and they sell very well, but sometimes they are sold out."

“Do you have a rice cooker?”

"Oh, Miss Meng also knows about rice cookers."

"I saw it on sale at the Friendship Store. It's a hot commodity and it was sold out as soon as it arrived."

"Yes, yes, yes. This one comes from an island country. It's in short supply and very expensive. It's also out of stock on the black market right now. If you want it, I'll keep some for you when it arrives."

"OK."

As he spoke, He Jifa slowed down the car, turned from the asphalt road onto a cement road, and entered a quaint town. He Jifa told Meng Tao that there was a freight yard hidden in this town.

Meng Tao followed Lao He out of the car and saw five or six men with fierce faces and strong bodies surrounding them. When they came closer, they all called Lao He "Mr. He" with a very respectful attitude.

Old He, who was a friendly and approachable man, was surrounded by strong men. His expression and demeanor changed instantly. He lost his smile and looked like someone owed him 500 yuan. He looked at the men from left to right with sharp eyes, then pointed at Meng Tao and said in a calm voice: "This is a distinguished guest, Miss Meng."

All the men greeted in unison: "Hello, Miss Meng!"

Meng Tao: “…”

Has she fallen into some gang of the Black Society?

Damn, this old fox Lao He pretends to be very convincing. She thought he was just an ordinary speculator, but she didn't expect him to be a gangster.

(End of this chapter)