Zhang Hongmei had a hard day, but being young, it didn't cause her too much trouble.
"Hongmei, we can't go up the mountain now."
"It's alright. I didn't particularly want to go either. Brother Zhang, shall we leave after lunch tomorrow afternoon, or after dinner?"
"It's up to you. If you want to stay a little longer, then you can leave tonight."
"Okay, it's not a big deal if we're in a hurry. We'll get home on the morning of the 5th. I still have some things to do."
Do you need my help?
"No need. I've already asked Ms. Wang to help make the finished products. I just want to start a women's underwear processing factory with Ms. Yu, who is graduating this year. Ms. Wang knows about this. I just need to give the designs to Yu Hongxia, then get the money and sign the contract."
As for the subsequent site selection and factory construction, I will not participate.
"Yes, Yu Hongxia is a decent person, so we can cooperate."
"I think so too. After spending the past six months together, I still think highly of her."
When the two returned home, Zhang Shouyi took the initiative to light a fire to boil water.
Zhang Hongmei looked at the cucumbers in the yard; they were quite fresh and tender. She picked two, washed them, and waited for Zhang Shouyi to try them later.
Sitting in the yard, I looked at the roof; it seemed to be newly built this year, but it looked dilapidated. I hoped the underwear would sell well and earn me more money. I really wanted to build villas for every family in the village. I collected some house plans abroad, and I could earn some money back home. When I came back, we could start building them.
"Hongmei, what are you daydreaming about? I called you just now, didn't you hear me?"
"Oh, Brother Zhang, you're having a cucumber."
Zhang Shouyi took the cucumber from Zhang Hongmei and ate the tender cucumber in a few crunchy bites.
"Hmm, not bad, it even has a slightly sweet taste. What were you thinking about just now?"
"I was hoping that the underwear factory could make a lot of money. I also collected villa blueprints abroad. When I come back in the future and have money, I will help every family in Liujiatun build a two-story villa."
Zhang Shouyi was taken aback; this suggestion was really good.
"Hehe, I think relying solely on the underwear factory won't be enough to make that much money. You'll have to think of other ways."
"I don't have a solution for that right now. But I could try making money off foreigners. Maybe my wish will actually come true."
"Yes, your wish will definitely come true. I'm just waiting to see what the first village with villas will look like."
"Alright, I've prepared the water. Go take a bath. I'll go check on Xiao Li."
Now, let's talk about Wang Ying and Wang Hongxi. Wang Hongxi finally got to see a girl drive! Although he'd never ridden in a car before, he knew how long it took to get to the county. Good heavens, they arrived in forty minutes! The feeling of riding in the car reminded Wang Hongxi of a rocket – so exciting!
When I got off the bus, my legs felt weak and I floated down. When I stood on the ground, my heels seemed to disappear.
Seeing the dazed Wang Hongxi, Wang Ying quickly went over to support his arm. "Uncle Village Chief, are you alright? I'm so sorry, I was driving too fast."
Wang Hongxi waved her hand, feeling that she didn't have the confidence to speak.
Wang Ying stuck out her tongue, realizing she had really forgotten. If her master found out, a whipping would be the least of her worries.
After walking more than ten meters, Wang Hongxi felt much better and quickly pulled away from Wang Ying's support, saying, "I'm fine now, you don't need to help me. Young lady, you were driving too fast."
"Hehe." Wang Ying gave an awkward laugh, unsure of what to say.
"Girl, don't drive so fast on the way back. It would be troublesome if you scared the master you hired too badly."
"Uncle Village Chief, I will definitely be careful." I had been rushing all the way here, and I was so excited that I forgot for a moment.
The two entered the photo studio. It was already afternoon, and they hadn't seen anyone else taking photos. There was a middle-aged man wearing glasses sitting behind the counter reading a book.
Two people entered the room, and he looked up. "Are you two taking photos?"
Wang Hong walked up to the counter with a smile. "Comrade, we'd like to ask if we have any papers to submit?"
After Wang Hongxi finished speaking, Wang Ying placed the box of papers she was handing in on the counter.
The middle-aged photographer picked it up and looked at it. "Hmm, this is made in Y country. I actually have two rolls here. But if you want to buy these two rolls of film, I have to go and see this camera and take some pictures."
Wang Ying's eyes lit up. "Master, you can go take photos, but we don't have enough time today. Why don't you come back with us? We'll take the photos tomorrow, and then we'll bring you back."
Wang Ying spoke Mandarin, clearly indicating she was from out of town. Wang Hongxi quickly said, "Comrade, we're from Liujiatun. Today, every household in the village is having their family photo taken, but we don't have enough sheets to hand in. Since you have some, could you come back to Liujiatun with us?"
"Sure, why not? As long as we have food and a place to stay, that's fine. Wait a moment, I'll go and explain."
The middle-aged man lifted the curtain and went to the back. Wang Ying breathed a sigh of relief; at least her trip hadn't been in vain. Actually, Xiao Li would probably have been the most willing to have someone help take photos.
A short while later, a middle-aged man came out carrying a leather bag, followed by an elderly man with gray hair and a beard.
"Shall we go? Otherwise we'll miss the train."
"Hehe, comrade, we drove here ourselves, have you explained everything clearly?"
"Okay, let's go then."
"Are you two from Liujiatun?"
"Yes, old comrade, I am Wang Hongxi, the village chief of Liujiatun."
"Hehe, then I'm relieved. He insists on going to see the camera and try it out himself. Please take good care of him."
Wang Hongxi smiled and nodded, "Of course, we are very grateful to have been able to invite the photographer to our village to take pictures. Don't worry, we will definitely bring the person back safely tomorrow."
The three got into the car, and Wang Hongxi specifically reminded Wang Ying not to speed.
Wang Ying nodded, "Don't worry, Uncle Village Chief, we definitely won't drive that fast this time."
It was true that the speed had slowed down, but the journey there took forty minutes and back fifty minutes, yet Wang Hongxi still felt it was the same speed. She noticed that the photographers didn't seem to notice any difference. She thought to herself that maybe she was just too ignorant and incompetent.
Wang Hongxi felt dizzy, so she simply closed her eyes and leaned back. Surprisingly, that made her feel less dizzy.
Wang Ying remained silent the entire way, observing the photographer. She felt that this man was a bit different; in other words, she sensed that he particularly enjoyed excitement.
As the car approached the village, Wang Ying saw that Wang Hongxi was asleep, so she didn't wake him and parked the car directly at the brigade headquarters.
As soon as the car stopped, Wang Hongxi opened her eyes. Good heavens, we've finally arrived. I'm just destined to be poor; I can't afford to ride in such a nice car.
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