Wu An went to the bicycle shed and pushed the bicycle out.
Wu Yingwei glared: "Out again?"
Wu An nodded: "I'm busy, so I won't be coming back for dinner."
Wu Yingwei smacked his lips: "Then... be careful on the road."
Mei Yueqin added, "Don't drink while riding a bike."
Wu An responded, then thought for a moment and added, "Don't leave the door open for me tonight."
"I'll go sleep in the old house when I get back tonight."
"I reckon I'll be going out to sea tomorrow."
After saying that.
He mounted the pedals and sped off with a roar.
Wu Yingwei turned around and saw Mei Yueqin starting to pick vegetables and prepare dinner, while Wu Ping was on the phone, seemingly discussing some kind of student aid matter with the school.
He came to his senses for a moment and realized that he was the most idle person in the house right now.
Thinking about this made Wu Yingwei feel uneasy all over.
People are different.
Since losing his wife, Lao Meng has become more open-minded and focused on enjoying life.
Anyway, my son has settled down and is doing well outside, so I don't need to worry about him.
He just needs to take care of himself.
Enjoying oneself.
Wu Yingwei felt uneasy looking at it.
He couldn't stand it.
There's nothing to do every day, what's the point of living like this?
To live is to do things and to have value.
He also disliked Lao Meng.
Old Meng couldn't stand him.
"The vegetable garden... oh, it's all tidied up."
“This scholarship… oh, it was the money Ah An gave me back then, just in time for a student who was in need… That’s good, that’s good, it’s a good thing… You need to make a call… Go ahead and call, I’m fine, I’ll go now.”
"Yueqin, the dishes... are all ready."
Wu Yingwei wandered around the house, but couldn't find anything to do. He talked a lot, and Wu Ping and Mei Yueqin didn't say anything, but he still felt annoyed by himself.
at last.
When Mei Yueqin was about to cook, he quickly went to start a fire.
Sitting by the fire, Wu Yingwei remained silent for a long time. His sudden return from the village committee this afternoon made him realize that he hadn't contributed much to the family all along.
Previously, Wu An was at the bottom.
Now...
well.
My son is so capable, it's kind of frustrating.
...
Shangwan Village.
It's also a village with multiple surnames, but it's slightly better than Xiaoxi Village. It's mainly inhabited by the Chen clan. In fact, the Chen surname is the most common in their town.
Chen Long and his family are the head of the Chen clan. In addition, the eldest son, Chen Zhong, and his generation are also doing well. They are very powerful and influential in the village.
After all, there are quite a few people in the village who rely on the Chen family for their livelihood, such as Old Fu and Fu Yongning. They work on the Chen family's boat and naturally depend on them.
As the saying goes, fame brings trouble.
When they are in power, everyone naturally fawns over them, but once something goes wrong, there are plenty of people who will kick them when they're down.
Recently, the Chen family has been facing a series of troubles.
Chen Zhong was arrested for investigation and has not been released yet.
Chen Long is also a thug. He was beaten up twice for being a thug in Xiaoxi Village and is still in the hospital. Wei Zhen tried to extort money from him but ended up paying a lot of money. It's quite a disgrace.
Anyway, all sorts of rumors are flying around, with all sorts of things being said.
Some outrageous rumors claimed that Chen Long's misdeeds were so egregious that he deserved to be executed, but the Chen family was too powerful and managed to smooth things over.
When Boss Chen heard this, he was so angry he laughed.
His family is so powerful, how come he doesn't know?
The accident involving the trawler on this voyage has sparked much gossip.
These bastards just can't stand seeing others do well or make money!
They're all fucking jealous!
Old Chen cursed under his breath, unable to quell his anger even while drinking tea.
Chen Baosheng, who had been complaining the whole time, shut his mouth in annoyance when he saw this scene. He didn't dare to say anything more, because if he did, Boss Chen would slap him without hesitation.
After drinking his tea, Old Chen slammed the teacup on the table. Then he thought to himself, "It's fortunate that I made the decision so quickly. If the trawler had really sunk in the sea, the gossip would have been even worse."
even so.
Old Fu fell into the water and was eventually rescued by someone else, but this incident still caused a lot of people to gossip.
No.
When Old Fu came knocking, he didn't even offer a cup of tea, let alone a friendly look.
"Old Fu, you're saying you're quitting?"
"right."
"Alright, let's part ways amicably, let's go."
"Boss Chen, have you forgotten? I still have half a month's salary here..."
"You still want your salary?" Boss Chen put down his teacup with a "bang": "Do you know that because of you, I haven't been able to leave the house for the past two days?"
Old Fu's face darkened: "Then what do you mean?"
"No more wages." Boss Chen waved his hand and said, "You just notified me at the last minute, I need to hurry up and find someone..."
Old Fu got anxious: "You're bullying me!"
Boss Chen sneered; "Bullying you?"
"Have you forgotten who saved you back then?"
Old Fu's angry expression suddenly froze.
Years ago, he went out to sea on a small raft but accidentally fell into the water. It was Chen Laoda who found him and pulled him up. So over the years, he has worked hard and dutifully in the Chen family. Occasionally, when there is a disagreement, Chen Laoda will use this to put him in his place.
It's been over ten years!
The greatest favor should be repaid. Besides, since Boss Chen refused to help, this is an exchange of lives!
He took a deep breath and said, "I remember."
"It's good that you remember." Old Chen crossed his legs and waved his hand. "Like I said, let's part ways amicably and not make things difficult for each other."
"You suddenly notified me, and I already have a headache and a fever. I'm worried about where to find someone."
"Do you realize how big of a problem this is?"
Old Fu was furious and wanted to argue, but he didn't know what to say. He also knew that no matter what he said, he couldn't win against Boss Chen.
"That's right, you've delayed our money-making, we're already being lenient by not asking you for compensation." Chen Baosheng stood aside and shouted impatiently, "What are you still standing there for? Get out of here."
"You...you all..."
"You want me to say something nasty? Get lost!" Chen Baosheng cursed. "Why don't you go to the Dead Sea, you old geezer? You're making us the subject of gossip in the village."
"You...you still have the nerve to bring that up? What the villagers said was mild; you clearly stood by and watched someone die!"
"fart."
"If you dare to talk nonsense again, believe me, I'll slap you."
Chen Baosheng walked over angrily.
Old Chen called out to stop them, not because he had a change of heart, but because he felt it was having a bad influence.
Although Old Fu was an easy target because he was a recipient of government assistance, Chen Baosheng was, after all, a "grandson." If word got out that he had beaten Old Fu, people would probably gossip about it.
Other boatmen came over to persuade Old Fu, and some even pulled the loudly shouting Old Fu away.
After going out.
Old Fu alone couldn't cause any trouble.
Fu Yongning stood outside waiting, looking guilty; "Uncle, I really can't testify for you."
"I……"
Old Fu sighed, "Alright, stop talking, I understand."
"I'm leaving."
After saying that.
I got on my bike and headed towards town.
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