novelraw Chapter 428 "You really think highly of me"
Chapter 428 "You really think highly of me"
Chapter 428 "You really think highly of me"
After discussing it with Gu Chenghuai, Lin Zhao took out eight thousand from her savings and gave it to Lin Shisheng.
This amount of money is considerable, but it's definitely not enough to start a factory.
She took out the three gold bars she had saved.
"You're even willing to give me gold bars?" Lin Shisheng's lips curled into a wide smile. How could he not be happy that his sister trusted him so much?
“It’s just an inanimate object, what’s there to be reluctant about?” Lin Zhao retorted.
Lin Shisheng quickly wrote out an agreement, signed his name, and stamped it with his personal seal.
"Zhaozhao, sign your name."
Lin Zhao glanced at it and exclaimed, "There's even a chapter? It's so professional."
She looked at the contents, and they were quite comprehensive.
Lin Shisheng was smug, his thick eyebrows almost dancing.
"That is."
"I'm serious. Although our family has everything we need right now, things are developing so fast. I've already heard that people are buying freezers, and even wedding dowries are changing. Who knows what new and interesting things will come out in the future? So I have to work hard to earn money so I can buy whatever comes out for you."
He worked for the transportation team, and transportation teams are always in high demand. He traveled to various places, giving him a clearer understanding of the pace of development.
"Okay, I'll be waiting." Lin Zhao said without ceremony, picked up the watering can from the windowsill, and began watering the flowers.
After watching his sister sign the document, Lin Shisheng took a copy of the agreement.
"Keep the agreement safe." He stepped forward and took the spray bottle from Lin Zhao's hand, urging her to put the documents away first.
"It's worth a lot of money, at least put some effort into it."
Lin Zhao muttered to himself, "We're at home, why should we care?"
Despite grumbling, he still obediently put the agreement into the drawer.
Lin Shisheng touched the pink peony petals with his fingers and said without turning his head, "Zhaozhao, call your sister-in-law and say a few good words for your brother."
Lin Zhao remembered this and realized, "Oh right, I almost forgot if my second brother hadn't reminded me."
"Okay, I'll start now."
While the two women were talking, Lin Shisheng didn't eavesdrop. After watering the flowers, he went to the back to play with Dahuang and Hupo.
Tao Tao wasn't surprised that her husband would have an affair with his sister-in-law.
Her first words were, "Your second brother told you he wants to quit his job, right? I disagreed with him before, but after thinking about it for a few days... let him be."
"Whether it works out or not, he'll still have food to eat. At worst, he can start over. Tell your second brother not to worry. Just say I've agreed to let him take over the factory and start a business..."
Lin Zhao shifted her position, leaning against the cabinet, her laughter crisp and clear. "I know. Don't worry, Second Sister-in-law. Your man is shrewd. What he's doing is promising. Being cautious won't lead to any mistakes."
Upon hearing this, Tao Tao smiled.
"Zhaozhao, with your words, I feel relieved."
The two women chatted for a few more minutes. Tao Tao said she had sent something to the capital and asked Lin Zhao to check it before hanging up.
Lin Zhao approached Lin Shisheng with a smile.
"Second brother, your wife said she agrees to let you quit your job and start a business. She said she'd be willing to start over with you if necessary. What a wonderful wife she is! You have to be careful and avoid being taken advantage of. Don't let my sister-in-law suffer."
Tao Tao is a perfect wife, daughter-in-law, sister-in-law, and mother in every way. The Lin family has seen this over the years and is very satisfied with her. Lin Zhao sends all her good things back to her hometown, and the other party is grateful and sends them back from time to time.
Lin Shisheng was overjoyed, "Really?"
"That's for sure. I'll definitely do my job well and not let you down."
Lin Zhao encouraged her second brother, "Keep going, I believe in you."
Lin Shisheng swelled up like he'd been injected with chicken blood.
He went to the bank to deposit the money Zhaozhao had given him, exchanged the gold bars for cash, and drove back to his hometown with a savings account containing more than 10,000 yuan.
He followed the convoy, which had quite a few people. In addition, with the crackdown that began in the last two years, highway robbers were no longer as brazen as before, greatly reducing the danger of working in the transportation industry.
After completing a major task, Lin Zhao took a car to the military region.
Seeing her so happy, Gu Chenghuai sat down next to his wife and said with a smile, "Have you finished something important?"
"Yes." Lin Zhao moved closer to him, her eyes sparkling with excitement. "What Second Brother is going to do is very promising. Making toiletries, like shampoo, conditioner, and shower gel... There's a huge market for it, and I'm very optimistic about it."
Gu Chenghuai listened patiently, then gave his opinion, "It's really good. There's a huge gap in this area in China. If Second Brother gets involved now, he can easily earn enough to last him a lifetime."
"You think so highly of him? You have good judgment. No wonder he's a man who can rise to the rank of division commander." Lin Zhao praised him immediately.
Gu Chenghuai smoothly took over the affairs of the Capital Military Region. He rose to the position through military merit and ability. He had been on the battlefield, and all his achievements were genuine. He had no problems in his conduct and dealings with others, so no one could find fault with him. He was very secure in his position as division commander.
Years have passed, and he has become even more imposing. He rarely smiles in public and appears increasingly unfathomable.
But in front of Lin Zhao, he was still the person who always kept her in his heart.
Outside the courtyard, flowers bloom in vibrant colors, and a warm breeze blows gently.
It started raining sometime during the day.
Raindrops pattered against the windowpane, making a crisp, rhythmic sound.
"It's raining." Lin Zhao got up, looked outside, and seeing that there was nothing to tidy up in the yard, turned around and sat back down.
She nestled into her husband's warm and comforting embrace. The television was on, and their world, undisturbed by the children, was peaceful and tender.
"Aren't you going back today?" Gu Chenghuai asked.
Before Lin Zhao could answer, he continued, "Don't just look at the child, look at me too."
The couple has been traveling back and forth between the two places for the past few years. Lin Zhao has to go to school and take care of the children, so she doesn't stay in the military area for long.
Lin Zhao looked up. "I haven't seen you yet. Here I am."
“You know, the children are all at a crucial time. The second one is alright, he's right here with me, I know whether he's done anything wrong, how he's eating, and whether he's warm enough. The eldest and the third one are both in closed-off areas, I have to make an appointment to see them, I'm just afraid they'll be mistreated…”
"Now that graduation is almost here, I have plenty of time to travel back and forth, and I can visit you much more often."
Gu Chenghuai asked, "What do you plan to do after graduation?"
Lin Zhao's eyes sparkled. "I'm a contracted illustrator with the publishing house. Yun Jin introduced me to her. I sent them my sketchbook, and they said they need to send me the contract."
"Is the workload heavy?" Gu Chenghuai asked.
"Don't work too hard. My salary is enough to cover the household expenses. Your health and well-being are the most important things," he emphasized.
"Not heavy at all," Lin Zhao said.
"It's just drawing. I have plenty of time, so there's no pressure for me. You know me, I won't make things difficult for myself."
Drawing is something she enjoys.
Passion can withstand the test of time.
She can.
Besides, this job pays well and offers freedom, which is a profession she likes.
"I'm glad you like it," Gu Chenghuai said.
Listening to the sound of the rain, Lin Zhao really didn't want to go through all that trouble, so she said, "I'll call Sister Qiao and go back tomorrow afternoon. The rain is too heavy, and most importantly... I want to spend some time with my Mr. Gu."
Gu Chenghuai's lips curled slightly.
He stood up. "I'll go make a call."
This is a good opportunity to appease my daughter and prevent the little girl from getting upset.
Yao Bao was indeed unhappy. She liked to fall asleep to the sound of rain, and even more so, she liked to fall asleep in her mother's soft, warm arms while listening to the sound of rain.
She was looking forward to going home, but then she learned that her mother had gone to the military region and wouldn't be coming back today.
My plans have been disrupted, it's so upsetting.
"I know I'm hungry..." the little girl said in a muffled voice.
"Are you unhappy?" Gu Chenghuai chuckled. "How about this, I'll grant you one request. Whatever you want, Dad will give it to you. Aren't you happy?" Yao Bao's eyes sparkled.
"It's a bit better," she said frankly. "I need to think about what I want, and I'll bring it up after I've decided, okay?"
"Okay," Dad replied.
After hanging up the phone, Lin Zhao turned around, draped her right arm over the back of the sofa, and teased with a smile, "What did you promise your daughter this time?"
"It's a small request," Gu Chenghuai said.
"A small request..." Lin Zhao muttered, who would believe that? Yao Bao, that clever little devil, must be hiding something big.
……
Lin Shisheng left the capital. Tao Tao was worried that he would get bored and sleepy while driving, so she bought him a radio and told him to take it with him so he could listen to the radio to stay awake when he had nothing to do.
Driving has become more fun.
At this moment, he was humming a revolutionary song, his lips curled up in a wide smile, looking very happy.
The person in the passenger seat looked at Lin Shisheng and asked, "Brother Lin, what's the good news? Why are you smiling like that?"
Lin Shisheng glanced at him, then quickly looked away and focused on driving.
"Six, I'm planning to leave the transport team..."
Before he could finish speaking, the kid called Xiao Liu instantly perked up, "What?! Bro, don't be impulsive!!"
Lin Shisheng's ears were ringing from the kid's loud voice.
"Keep your voice down, you're going to ruin my ears."
Liu'er gave an awkward smile.
But he quickly came to his senses and asked, "Brother Lin, you're doing so well, why do you want to leave the transport team? You're already the captain, it's such a pity to leave. This is a golden job, a golden job that can be passed on to the next generation."
"Brother, I can't bear to part with you."
Lin Shisheng felt his teeth ache.
"Alright, sour grapes, if you want to leave, then leave. If I don't leave, when will you ever get a permanent position? You'll get a permanent position next month, aren't you happy?"
Liu'er's eyes lit up. "Really? I'm so happy!"
The thought of Brother Lin leaving instantly halved my joy, and I felt very depressed.
"Brother, I don't want you to leave. If you don't leave, I don't care if I don't get a permanent position."
Brother Lin has always been there for him, and he has learned a lot from Brother Lin. With Brother Lin around, he feels like he has a pillar of support.
Lin Shisheng remained silent.
Having worked in the transport team for so many years and made so many brothers, he was reluctant to leave.
"Brother Lin, what are you going out to do? You're not going to start a business too, are you?"
Lin Shisheng nodded, "That is the plan."
Things haven't even started yet, so there's no need to say too much.
Liu'er looked at him with admiration. "Brother Lin, you're quick-witted and capable. You're sure to succeed. I wish you all the best for the future."
He hasn't been officially hired yet, so when it's time to say goodbye, he might not even have a chance to speak.
"Thanks," Lin Shisheng said with a smile. "Work hard in the transport team, and your future won't be bad."
"Yes!" Liu'er nodded obediently.
Next, Lin Shisheng taught him some things to pay attention to in terms of interpersonal relationships.
……
By the time we drove back, it was already summer.
Several men jumped out of the driver's seat, their sweat emanating from them and pungent enough to be smelled from a distance.
Lin Shisheng and his colleagues took a quick shower in the washroom and changed into clean clothes before they felt truly alive again.
They hadn't seen their families for a long time, so after cleaning themselves, they went home.
As soon as Lin Shisheng stepped out of the transport team's gate, he saw his wife waiting under the lush green trees by the roadside.
"Honey!" Tao Tao's eyes lit up when she saw her husband, and she called out to him in a light tone as she walked towards him.
She noticed the dark circles under his eyes, and a pang of heartache flashed in her eyes.
"Go eat first, then take a nap. We can talk when you're awake."
Lin Shisheng agreed and walked to his bicycle, which was not far away, to take his wife home.
How is everything at home?
Tao Tao sat sideways on the back of the bicycle, holding her husband's cotton undershirt with both hands, and answered softly, "Very good, my parents are good, my older brother and sister-in-law are good, and my uncle and aunt are even better."
Lin Shisheng couldn't help but chuckle as he listened to her answer, which sounded like she was giving a work report.
"Oh right, your third brother called you, but he didn't say what it was about. Could you call him back when you have some free time?" Tao Tao said hurriedly, remembering this.
Lin Shisheng gripped the brakes. "Third brother? I'll go return the call right now."
The third brother is a very busy person, so making a phone call must be something important.
He dropped his wife off at the entrance of the small restaurant, let her order first, and then rode his bicycle to the post office.
The call connected, and I explained that I was looking for Lin Shifan. The person on the other end said to wait a moment. Five minutes later, the phone rang.
"Third brother?" Lin Shisheng called out.
"Second brother, it's me." Lin Shifan's voice was loud.
“I just got back. Your second sister-in-law said you called me,” Lin Shisheng said bluntly.
Lin Shifan said, "Yes, I'm looking for you. Second brother, I heard from Mother that you want to start a business. I wanted to ask if you need money. If you do, I'll give you some."
"Yes, we're short of money. Every factory needs money. If you have any extra, lend me some as an investment." Lin Shisheng thought the more the better and didn't stand on ceremony with his brother.
“Okay, I’ll call you back in a bit,” Lin Shifan said decisively.
That's typical of a soldier; not a single word wasted.
“Okay, I’ll send you the agreement later.” Lin Shisheng said, then, remembering that his brother had started his own family, he added with concern, “Talk to your wife about this. If she’s not happy, then forget it. Zhaozhao has contributed a lot of money, and with what I have, it’s enough for the initial stage.”
Lin Shifan frowned. "Look at what you're saying. You're my own brother. If you're doing something worthwhile, how could I not contribute? What would that make me!"
"Don't worry, your sister-in-law knows. I told her that my wife isn't a stingy person."
When he was dating, his first requirement was that the person be discerning and open-minded.
I found someone with a good personality, and we haven't argued at all over the years.
"That's good." Lin Shisheng was relieved.
Just as he was about to leave, the post office staff said there was a registered letter for him.
Lin Shisheng was surprised, and only after going over to collect the money did he realize that Meng Jiusi had wired him a large sum of money.
"!!"
He then called Xiao Si.
Unfortunately, we couldn't get in touch with them.
Left with no other option, I called Lin Zhao.
"Oh, you mean that money? The young man gave you the money. He said there's no need to rush to pay it back, he doesn't need the money. He told you to work hard so he can buy your nephew a car later."
Lin Shisheng's lips twitched. "A car? Jiu Si really thinks highly of me."
A car costs tens of thousands of dollars; even if you have the money, you might not be able to buy one.
"Second brother, you can do it, I believe in you." Lin Zhao's words were full of encouragement.
(End of this chapter)