Chapter 071 Uneven Benefits

The people sitting in the room were all direct descendants of the Zhao family, the backbone of Zhao Tiezhu's dominance in Hongguang Fishing Village, and his relatives.

Naturally, they were not as easy to talk to as the other fishermen.

When it came to money, no one wanted to give in.

Zhao Gangzhu was the first to speak: "Brother, you don't usually say that! Besides, I also paid for the boat. Let's not talk about the cost-free management fees. This year, we have made so many trips to Haiguang and spent a lot of money on shipping, but you have never shared money with me."

Every time he was told that he would be paid before the New Year, and he would cry about his poverty when the New Year really came.

Others echoed him.

"Cousin, when you usually order us around, you always say that you won't let us down during the Chinese New Year. Although I didn't invest in you to buy the boat, I've also contributed a lot this year, right?"

"Uncle, last time we were chased by those people from some rotten country, you asked me to take the back seat. My boat was damaged, and when I asked you to use the management fee to repair it, you told me that we would pay it all together during the Chinese New Year."

"..."

Everyone began to denounce Zhao Tiezhu.

It's not the first time they've been complaining about Zhao Tiezhu.

When Zhao Tiezhu first became the captain, he was actually very nice to everyone. When he occasionally had difficulties, he would ask everyone to contribute some money, and no one would say anything.

At the end of the year, the management fees they paid would be refunded, not a penny less for everyone.

But every year, Zhao Tiezhu's fleet management fees are getting higher and higher, like a Pixiu, only taking in but not spending out.

Zhao Tiezhu complained, "You don't know how difficult it is to be the head of a family unless you are the head of the family. Do you really think I am greedy for your money? Do you know how much money I spend throughout the year?"

Zhao Gangzhu touched the back of his head, very puzzled: "Brother, what did you spend?"

Zhao Tiezhu: "..." The man

glared at Zhao Gangzhu fiercely, but the words were spoken to everyone.

"I know you all think I'm a thief. Alas! But you all know that we were under the control of the government six years ago. Although we have to hand over the money we earn, we have people to protect us. When we encounter foreign ships trying to get us at sea, there will always be people rushing to protect us. But later, the official people withdrew.

Other places have set up militias to protect fishermen, but we don't have any in our island city!

When you first followed me on the ship, didn't we encounter pirates every three days and have our ship and people detained every five days? I ask you, has this happened in the past two years?"

There was a moment of silence in the room . Since

ancient times, sailing has been half of one's life.

Wealth and honor are all sought in danger.

The island city near the sea is mostly saline and alkaline land, and it is difficult to grow food to fill the stomach, let alone improve life.

Otherwise, who would be willing to make a living on the sea.

As Zhao Tiezhu said, when going out to sea, besides having to deal with bad weather, you also have to be on guard against human disasters, and every now and then you end up making a wasted trip.

It's only been better in the past two years, and ordinary pirates don't target the Zhao family team.

Is it really because of Zhao Tiezhu's arrangements?

However, not everyone is so easy to fool.

Zhang Xilai is one of the smarter people of the younger generation.

"Uncle, with the reform and opening up in the past two years, more and more foreigners have come to our country to do business, so there are more peaceful situations. Besides, our fleet is getting bigger every year, and we have 20 to 30 ships at a time when we go to sea. Small pirate gangs certainly don't dare to intercept us."

Zhao Tiezhu choked and glared at Zhang Xilai, "Do you have a conscience, you little bastard? Oh? So it's because the country is peaceful and the people are safe that you are so successful year after year, right? Then who will be there next time? Don't ask me to redeem someone if you get caught on another country's ship!

You always think things are too simple! It's also my fault. I like to do things and not talk about them. Did you know that I have to go to those pirate dens every now and then to give "tribute" money? We often go to the place where we fish, which is close to Afghanistan, and I give money to the customs from time to time to smooth things over.

This is how our fleet is safe and smooth at sea!"

Everyone was skeptical.

Yes, in the first year of running the ship, Zhao Tiezhu raised money to redeem someone, but that was three years ago.

And it was only that time.

Is Zhao Tiezhu now a stingy person who doesn't give a penny?

Is it because Zhao Tiezhu has run out of money?

Some people who know Zhao Tiezhu will not buy this, but no matter whether they buy it or not, the money is in Zhao Tiezhu's hands, and they cannot fall out with him.

"Uncle, we all know it's not easy for you. But uncle, the Chinese New Year is coming after all. Although we have traveled a lot this year, we have a lot of ships. We always come back when we can't catch the ships. You also know that we can't make much money.

Can you help everyone and give them some New Year's money?"

"That's right! Uncle, let's all spend the New Year happily, so that we can go to sea together next year. If we have internal conflicts, we will let others take advantage of it. There is Chen Bin in front of him. He has organized more than ten ships in the two years since he retired. Ship. Now our village has a female captain.

We all followed her across the sea. She is really capable. If we really break up, how can we fight with her next year? "

"How dare she!" Zhao Tiezhu frowned.

However, he was still somewhat relieved.

In the past two days, he had heard many people praising Lin

Wanxia when he walked from the village to the pier and back. They praised her as if she were a fairy from heaven.

Seeing that the Zhao family wanted to stay at his house for lunch even if they didn't get paid, Zhao Tiezhu thought about it again and again, gave them some money and sent them away.

***

Lin Wanxia didn't know that she could become a threat to collect debts.

After eating and drinking, he took Xingxing to the amusement park in the island city.

The current amusement parks are still very simple, without those exaggerated and exciting amusement facilities.

The only animals to watch are monkeys. In addition, there is a plane that can take two people on the spot. There is also a small train track around the plane, with a small train that can seat several people.

Further in is a big Ferris wheel and a merry-go-round.

However, the merry-go-round in the island city is very simple, with no lights or music. There are

also bumper cars. The bumper cars in 1982 were not free to run. There was a long pole behind each car that touched the roof.

In addition to entertainment facilities, there is also a Journey to the West Palace.

If it were the new century, it would probably be a drama, but in 1982, it was just a Journey to the West Palace for viewing.

There are statues of the four masters and apprentices and some sculptures of ghosts inside. It's not very entertaining, but it's very grand and suitable for taking pictures.

Five yuan per photo.

Five yuan in 1982 was really a lot, so the photo studio's business was not good.

Lin Wanxia took a few photos with Xingxing and went out to play bumper cars.

She happened to meet an acquaintance.

Lin Yaoyao's husband, Jin Xuekun.

Lin Yaoyao was pregnant, so of course she couldn't play such an exciting game.

Jin Xuekun brought another girl with him.

The girl was very young, probably less than 20 years old, and looked like a girl who grew up in the city, with fair and fresh skin.