After Ye Zhiqiu finished preparing the fish and cutting the side dishes, he walked towards the yard. He happened to see He Yongjun and his companions coming in with bicycles, so he quickly went up to greet them.
"Brother Yongjun, Brother Banghua! Did you get things done so quickly?"
He Yongjun said happily: "Brother, everything went well, let's have a few drinks tonight!"
Ye Zhiqiu nodded. Anyway, they would deal with the pigs after everyone had eaten and drunk their fill.
Ma Banghua was in a very good mood at this time. He whispered with great joy, "Brother, we made a fortune this time. We caught more fish than last time!"
Ye Zhiqiu wasn't surprised by this, as fish never had the same value as poultry. Eight hundred chickens, ducks, and geese were definitely worth more than fish, so a larger price difference was normal.
So he smiled and said, "It's good to be able to make money, but you two brothers still need to be frugal. With the way you pick up girls, and the way you spend so much on dates, I'm worried that you'll be crying poor again in a few days!"
It has to be said that Ye Zhiqiu is a stab-taker, and his words made both of them extremely embarrassed.
Because that's the truth. They pick up girls by spending money to dissuade their competitors. This method is either ineffective or has serious side effects. Now they are really broke!
It's joking, but you can't just laugh by yourself, so Ye Zhiqiu said jokingly: "But you two brothers are still very smart. If you do this, who would dare to compete with you for the beauty?
I have to say, you guys have fully utilized your strengths! You've got the entire situation under control, able to attack when advancing and defend when retreating! That's you!"
Ma Banghua said cheerfully, "Don't laugh at us, brother. We have no other choice. The honey has attracted so many bees, so we have no choice but to resort to this last resort."
"Hey, let's not talk about this anymore. Park your bikes first. There's rice steaming in the kitchen right now, so I can't start cooking until later. Let's go in and have some tea first!"
After the two of them parked their bicycles, they greeted Wang Xiaolan in the kitchen, carried the wine they brought, and went into the living room with Ye Zhiqiu.
He introduced Wang Fugui to the two of them. After a brief greeting, Ye Zhiqiu made tea and started chatting with them.
After Ye Tianya came back, he went into the living room, greeted the three of them, and then went to take a shower.
When Secretary Wang and the other two came over, Ye Tianya chatted with everyone. By this time, the rice was already steamed, and Ye Zhiqiu went to the kitchen to cook.
We were busy until 7:30 before dinner was finally served!
After drinking a glass of wine together, everyone started to eat the goose meat, and no one spoke after they started eating!
Because everyone was eating it very seriously, the goose meat was so flavorful and delicious!
This is the case for the eight people in the living room, and also for the three women in the kitchen!
After finishing a piece of goose meat, He Yongjun sighed, "I thought you were joking, but it turns out I'm the one who's being joked!"
Ma Banghua agreed, "We were saying you've only been my apprentice for two days, and you're bragging about how you've learned so many dishes! But tonight, you gave me a slap in the face. Who knew you were so talented and could actually stew such a delicious goose?"
Secretary Wang nodded and said, "I think this goose meat can be a signature dish in a restaurant!"
Wang Fugui shook his head and said, "Although this goose meat has reached 85 points, it can't be used as a signature dish in the Eighth Floor Building!"
Ye Zhiqiu said with a smile: "Grandpa, are you praising me? Or are you praising me? I'm just learning to cook, and you actually compare my dishes with those of the Eighth Floor. Aren't you afraid that I will become proud?"
Everyone burst into laughter. It was indeed true. Ye Zhiqiu had just started learning cooking!
Wang Fugui said happily, "Good boy, you really have a talent for cooking. Learn well from your master and strive to make delicious food that can rival the signature dishes of the Eighth Floor!"
Yang Gui smiled and said, "Xiao Ye, don't think it's an exaggeration. Your grandfather has eaten all over the capital! He said you have talent and can make such a dish, so you can definitely make it!"
Ye Zhiqiu nodded and said, "Then I have to work harder and strive to become a true chef as soon as possible! Everyone, come and try this sweet and sour carp. This is the fish my grandfather just caught, and I just learned how to cook it today..."
The meal was very satisfying, and the wine was also very enjoyable! Except for a plate of vegetables, all other dishes were cleared away by everyone.
Ye Tianya went to make some tea, while Wang Fugui went home to wash up. Ye Zhiqiu called Ye Wubing over and asked him to use a flashlight to take Wang Fugui home.
When they returned to the living room, He Yongjun and his colleagues were already counting the money, preparing to deliver the purchase payment for chickens, ducks and geese to Secretary Wang and his colleagues.
Ye Zhiqiu didn't interrupt the others. He picked up his teacup and drank it. After confirming the payment, he checked the time. Then he said to Yang Gui and the other two, "It's half past eight now. I have an appointment with someone to come over at half past nine to pick up the pigs.
Go back and prepare first, weigh the pigs and bring them over. Remember to write down the weight on paper so I can collect their money! Oh, and wait for me at the commune. After I'm done with the transfer, I'll give you the money."
Secretary Wang nodded and said, "Okay, business is more important, so let's go back and take care of that first!"
Ye Tianya saw the three of them out, while He Yongjun counted the money and prepared to give it to Ye Zhiqiu.
He explained with a smile, "This time the surplus is 342 yuan. Each of the three of us will get 114 yuan. Count it and see if it's correct, brother."
Ye Zhiqiu put the money directly into his pocket. He smiled and said, "What's so good about this? This money is like a drop from the sky for me! You guys divide it among me and I'll keep it!"
Both of them burst into laughter. Ye Zhiqiu's natural attitude was very appealing to them.
After dividing the money, the two knew that Ye Zhiqiu still had things to do, so they began to say goodbye. Before leaving, they went to the kitchen and said hello to Ye Tianya and Wang Xiaolan.
The three members of the Ye family escorted the two out of the yard. Seeing them leave safely on their bicycles, Ye Zhiqiu said to them, "Mom, don't lock the door. I'm going out to do something!"
Ye Tianya nodded and said, "Go ahead, be careful, I'll wait for you at the door."
Ye Zhiqiu nodded and walked towards the fish pond with a flashlight. After arriving, he smoked a cigarette. Secretary Wang and his team led seven or eight people and pulled the pigs over on several carts.
After passing cigarettes around and taking the paper with the weight written on it, Ye Zhiqiu said to them, "You guys go back and wait. I'll send the money to you at the commune after I've finished talking to the people here."
Secretary Wang nodded and said, "Okay, Xiaoye, don't worry. No one will come over here and disturb you from handing over the pigs to the buyer."
Ye Zhiqiu smiled and nodded, and Secretary Wang and the others led the others away. Watching the people disappear, he put the pigs into the space and placed them in the sweet potato field. He then untied the ropes that bound the pigs and let them run around in panic.
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