Chapter 246 Our family is still working class
“Brother Feng, Brother Feng.”
Gao Bo knocked on Lao Xie’s courtyard door and entered the courtyard in a hurry.
"What are you making such a fuss about? Didn't you go back to get something? Where are the things? Why did you come back empty-handed? Your father doesn't agree?"
Gao Bo seems to be I ran all the way from home, and it took me a while to calm down my breathing.
"Brother Feng, I just saw on my way home that all the bad boys from Dongmeichang Alley were taken away by those from Xicheng."
This should be what the godmother said about settling small matters. Okay, there's nothing to make a fuss about. With such a big commotion, these people will have to go in again sooner or later.
"You mean Xicheng? Not Xinjiekou."
"No, I know people in Xinjiekou better. This time they directly said they were from the branch. This seems to be a big deal. I'm old, I won't look for you anymore."
I injured a dozen of them. Now everyone doesn't know how I got out. They only know that I found someone.
This time, the branch was dispatched directly. It seemed that the director of Xinjiekou was out of luck. He probably involved other people.
Seeing that Zhu Xuefeng was not in a hurry, Gao Bo couldn't help but remind him.
"Brother, do you want to hide? This place may not be safe. There are so many carpenters coming and going. If they can't find anyone at your house, they will have to find here sooner or later."
Seeing that Gao Bo was anxious, Zhu Xuefeng smiled and patted Gao Bo on the shoulder.
"Don't worry, I was just defending myself. You won't come to me again for this matter. It's nothing, just relax."
Seeing that the senior brother was not panicked at all, Gao Bo just said Feeling relieved, he lifted up his open cotton coat and wiped his sweat.
“I was scared to death. I didn’t even return home. I was rushing so fast and so slowly. I was exhausted.”
Seeing Gao Bo panting, Zhu Xuefeng was amused. He had been practicing for so long. , I also took the elixir, and he was so embarrassed after just one trip. This kid seemed to be really anxious.
“You have such a strong body, you still need to practice. How much do you know about Sister Yan’s kung fu?”
“I entered the school at the beginning of last month, and now I am at the first level.”
Gao Bo was a little proud. Uncle Liang said that this kind of progress was very fast.
"What are you so proud of? Can you touch Yanzi's clothes?"
"Of course it's not enough. I can't keep up with Sister Yanzi's speed. Uncle Master said, what's more? There is some hope in the next three to five years. Sister Yanzi has been practicing since she was a child, and I have only been here for a few days."
I couldn't help but return to these people in Dongmeichang Alley.
"Now the three Bai brothers in Dongmeichang Hutong have lost their prestige. You don't know, they have been hanging out in Xinjiekou for several years."
"My neighbor Li Yong, senior brother, I still remember that he also hung out with them, but now he is at work again.”
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The younger brothers and sisters have the last day of school today and will have the holiday tomorrow. I have been traveling all over the world and have prepared a lot of things for the New Year, but some things have not arrived yet, especially non-staple food, and the New Year's goods from the supply and marketing cooperative have not arrived either, so I can only wait a few more days.
Qian Chuanzi also gave me a new copper hot pot. There is no need to prepare this hot pot. This guy is so considerate. He just said casually that it would be nice to have a smaller one. He directly made a new one. of.
Since the compound has been exposed, we have to find an opportunity to bring the younger brothers and sisters to the compound to talk about it.
I originally planned to wait until the first grade of junior high school dinner party to talk about it. Now that these junior brothers and sisters have come in, there is no need to hide it from the younger brothers and sisters, so just let it take its course.
"Uncle Zou, you came back very early today. Is the street office okay?"
"Look at what you said, when will the street office be okay? My waist is a little uncomfortable. It’s a little early to come back.”
“You have to be careful not to strain your waist. If you have anything to do, we’ll come.”
Uncle Zou smiled and thumped his waist again. .
"I make this problem every year at this time. Since I got your heater this year, I make it less often. It's okay. It's an old problem. Go ahead and get busy."
Zhu Xuefeng placed a large bag of things on the ground, walked over with a smile, and supported Uncle Zou.
"Don't worry, I really have something to discuss with you. It's a coincidence. You came back early today, and I wanted to see you in the evening. Come, I'll help you in."
"You can't talk about anything here, you kid, okay, okay, go in."
Aunt Zou heard the movement at the door and opened the door quickly. Several people went in and sat down immediately. It's warm and the space is smaller. The temperature seems to be higher than that of Zhu Xuefeng's wing.
"Auntie, don't pour the water, just a few words." Zhu Xuefeng stopped Aunt Zou and continued.
"That's it, uncle and aunt, isn't the New Year just over ten days away? I'm thinking about it, our two families will have a New Year's dinner together. Isn't it a lot of fun? You two "Hey, don't prepare anything. I have arranged everything, do you think so?"
Uncle Zou and Aunt Zou were all smiling. These three siblings are really good, and they know they can't refuse. Lao Zhu's family has taken great care of the two of them this year, sending them all the good things they have.
"Okay, thanks to you, we won't bother too much. When the time comes, let your aunt help you, and we won't be polite."
Uncle Zou's son is better. He hasn't been back for the New Year. Uncle Zou always said that his son was busy with work. Zhu Xuefeng shook his head and said goodbye to the two elders. He had to prepare dinner for his younger brothers and sisters when he got home. He picked up the big bag at the door and went home, putting everything away.
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"Brother, we are all on vacation. Second brother and I both did well in the exam. You have to prepare the prizes."
The two of them were happy I went home for the holidays. In fact, the prizes had been prepared for them, but I didn’t tell them both. They were all equipped with the same equipment, one set for each person, including a hat, scarf, and gloves.
The three brothers and sisters had been using it for several years. This time, when I was looking for a hat, I remembered that it was just a gift, so I changed it in one go.
"Don't worry about this. Big brother has lied to you before. After dinner today, big brother will take you to a place to check whether you have practiced during this time."
"Ah!"
The two of them stared at each other. In the past few days, they had been taking exams and had less time to practice unconsciously. They had to check up later, and they were a little flustered.
Zhu Xuefeng pretended not to see it and started to serve the food. Now that He Yuyu was at home every day, Si Zhu didn't have to come over anymore. There were only three people at home who started the fire and got it ready easily.
"What arrangements do you two have for the winter vacation? Do you have any ideas?"
"What arrangements can you make for the winter vacation? Do your homework, celebrate the New Year happily, and go to the temple fair. I didn't do that before. Are you living like this?”
The second brother was very confused about the elder brother’s question, and the younger sister didn’t understand either.
"I am planning to go to my hometown on New Year's Eve. I will visit my parents' graves on the morning of the 29th, and then rush back to have a New Year's dinner with Mr. Zou and his wife. I would like to ask for advice from you two. "
Normally, the time to visit the tombs of ancestors is at 9 am or 2 pm on New Year's Eve, but this year it is only on the 29th, and it will start at 2 pm on the next day. But he couldn't come back in time, so Zhu Xuefeng chose the morning.
It is not an easy task to run back and forth in two days in this winter. My brothers and sisters are still young, so I asked for advice.
The younger brother and sister finally realized that, after all, they were young and did not know these details. When talking about their parents, the younger sister was obviously a little sad, and her eye sockets were wet.
Zhu Xuesong did not hesitate. His father, the eldest brother, went there alone after a hundred days. He and his sister did not go, so he should go this time.
"Brother, my sister is too young. She may not be able to bear the back and forth these two days. I'd better go with you and let the little sister go to Sister Yuyu's house for two days."
The second child was quite thoughtful. He had really had the experience of being an independent man a few times. He was obviously thinking about things very carefully. Zhu Xuefeng nodded and was about to speak.
"No, I want to go too. I didn't go last time, I...".
The little sister burst into tears. She is the youngest at home, and Lao Zhu usually takes care of the younger ones as much as possible. Zhu Xuemei is also the only one who can act coquettishly to Lao Zhu, what an old pimple.
Although the family's life is much better than other families now, her father's voice and smile still often appear in Zhu Xuemei's mind.
Zhu Xuefeng gently pulled his sister over. Zhu Xuemei glanced at his eldest brother and threw himself into his arms, still sobbing softly. This incident was such a big deal that he arranged an ancestor sacrifice to make the little sister cry.
It seems that it’s not enough without it. Although the little sister has taken the elixir and her physical condition has become much stronger, this trip is quite torturous. It’s still winter.
It’s hard to say whether she can bear it. After all, she is still under thirteen years old, and the mountain road has to go back and forth for dozens of kilometers. It is clear that she can only ride a bicycle on this stretch of road.
"Little sister, don't cry either. Let's do this. If it doesn't snow, the three of us will go back. You and your second brother will take a bus to the district, and I will catch up with you on my bike, and then the three of us will go into the mountains together. .”
"If it snows, there is nothing to say. You both stay at home and I go back by myself." Zhu Xuesong had no objection. Zhu Xuemei thought about it and nodded with tears. It seemed that this was the only way to go from the district to the village. There are dozens of kilometers of mountain roads. Without a car, you might not be able to reach anywhere in a day.
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“Uncle Zou, here is the key. Don’t forget to add more coal when the time comes. Otherwise, the heating will stop. The coal is here. There were several placed by the fireplace."
Not planning to come back at night, they left a key to the house and pushed the car out.
"Hey, the three brothers and sisters will go out after eating."
"We will walk around outside, you are busy first."
The three of them rode a bicycle together The meeting was just outside the compound. Now the junior brothers and sisters have gone home to celebrate the New Year, and it is quiet inside.
"Brother, what kind of place is this? You didn't borrow it again, right?"
The younger sister can't help but be curious and is the first to ask.
"I'll tell you later, and I'll introduce you to a few people later."
After saying that, he opened the door and went in. The three of them put the car away, and Uncle Xie closed the door gently.
"My boss is here." Zhu Xuefeng nodded and said hello to his younger brothers and sisters.
"This is Uncle Xie. He is here looking at the yard on weekdays. You need to get acquainted. From now on, Uncle Xie will open the door for you when you come over."
"Uncle Xie, this is My brother and sister are here for the first time today.”
Uncle Xie said hello quickly. The three brothers and sisters are very energetic. They are indeed from a wealthy family. They have such a big yard. It has been so long since they came here. It was a one-time visit, but many years of experience in large households taught him that he should keep his mouth shut and ask less when there was nothing wrong.
"Hello, Uncle Xie. You are busy first. Let's go in and take a look with our eldest brother."
Zhu Xuesong greeted Uncle Xie politely and replied like this Well, my little sister is not aware of this yet, so she is chattering.
"Brother, I understand. There is a sign at the door and it is full of wood. This is the furniture factory you mentioned."
Zhu Xuefeng smiled and touched the little girl's head. "Quite clever, let's go in."
As soon as they entered the front yard, they were dazzled. This was too big. Just now they thought the outer yard was big, but this one was much bigger than the outer yard. Several magnolia and pomegranate trees were planted in the yard.
I brought my confused younger siblings to the lobby of the central courtyard. The three girls were already waiting. They said yesterday that they would bring their younger siblings here today. A few people once again cleaned and decorated the main room opposite. .
"Let me introduce to you, these are my younger brothers and sisters. We will come here often in the future so that we can get to know each other."
"This is Gan Dongting. You have to call me sister. These two are Du Qianyun, Du Qianyu, little sister, you have to call me sister.”
“Master, if you don’t dare, call us Da Ya, Er Ya, and San Ya. It’s smooth and easy to remember.”
Da Ya quickly expressed her position, these two are also masters, but they cannot be sisters.
"Hello, Sister Gan, Sister Du."
The younger sister is still smart enough, but Zhu Xuesong's face is red and unable to speak. This is due to social phobia.
“I don’t dare to be a young lady, third lady is good.”
Zhu Xuemei turned to look at her elder brother with a puzzled face, what the hell is third lady? She has become a young lady, she is a descendant of the working class, but Not a capitalist's lady.
Ignoring the little girl's doubts, he continued the introduction. "The three of them usually take care of this yard. Dongting is in charge, and the two sisters Qianyun and Qianyu are assisting. If you need anything in the future, you can contact them."
"Okay, you guys go down and do your work first. "Okay, let me chat with them first, and then you can take them to the backyard for a walk."
Zhu Xuefeng has never been to the backyard. After all, it used to be a place for women, but now it is where three girls live. in the back.
The three of them retreated, but Daya closed the door and waited outside. Looking at his confused brothers and sisters, Zhu Xuefeng said with a smile.
"Okay, okay, big brother will explain it to you."
"This yard was bought by big brother, and it is now our home. Understand, the three people outside are here. Uncle Xie at the door is looking after the yard for us. Do you understand?"
"Buy it?" The two of them were stunned. This was incredible, like a dream. This yard is better than the one in Nanluoguxiang. The yard is huge, why did my eldest brother buy it?
How much does this cost? Does your family have so much money? Have you really become the young lady and young master of a capitalist?
Zhu Xuefeng was not in a hurry. He drank the tea made by the three girls and sat there, waiting for his younger brothers and sisters to digest it slowly.
After a while, the two of them woke up from their sluggish state. Seeing their elder brother drinking tea calmly, they remembered and quickly picked up the tea cup and took a sip. They were both a little nervous just now. , dry mouth and tongue.
"Brother, are we now capitalists? Will it be very troublesome? I, let's just be working class."
After all, the younger sister is still young, only twelve years old. She is obviously worried and speaks Still a little nervous.
This incident was so troublesome that there could still be an episode like this. Seeing that Zhu Xuesong was fine, after waking up from the shock, he was not nervous, only curious.
"Little sister, listen to me, our house is just bigger now, and we are still working class. Don't worry, but we can't leak it outside, you know."
Listen to the elder brother, it's just The younger sister seemed to feel relaxed for a working class person whose house was a little bigger. If she wasn't a capitalist, she would have been knocked down, but she thought of something and quickly asked.
"Brother, we already have four employees. Are we really not capitalists?"
"No, they just live in our house to help. They are not employees. Don't think about it. "Okay, let me tell you briefly."
It took a while for the two of them to understand the current composition and role of the compound, but they were still a little nervous. If they accidentally said this, it would make people jealous. There are so many houses in the yard, and more children have been imported in the past few years. Nowadays, housing is very tight. The third uncle's family across the street, a family of six, is squeezed into two wing rooms.
"Okay, I will take you to the backyard later. There will be two senior sisters behind me. From now on, we will often practice together and get to know each other."
"Now they also We all went home for the New Year holiday, so I should come over when school starts.”
Da Ya brought the two children back from the backyard, but the younger sister couldn't hold it in anymore.
"Brother, you usually don't live at home, so you stay here. With so many beautiful sisters accompanying you, Sister Xia doesn't know it yet."
Zhu Xuefeng trembled in fright, this little king of hell , what can I say, just Lin Na, Xia Yuhong has obviously taken a lot of precautions, if this big yard explodes, it will be really troublesome.
Pretend to be calm and keep a straight face. "Actually, you have met the two senior sisters. They are the senior sisters from the sports school. They haven't moved in yet. You three sisters are helping us look after the yard. Stop talking nonsense."
"This is our Lao Zhu. We can’t tell her the family’s secret yet. If someone outside knows about it, think about the consequences. You have to keep this secret, you know?”
It was not easy to scare his younger siblings, Zhu Xuefeng. I'm not sure whether it's a blessing or a curse to bring the two of them here. No matter what, we've come this far and can't go back.
“When I don’t live at home in the future, I will stay here. My plan is to spend the New Year’s dinner with Uncle Zou’s family in the old house. The first day of the new year will be here. This is also our home.”
Seeing that the two of them have calmed down. "Let's go and see where you live."
The younger sister was not satisfied with being allowed to live in a room with her second brother, so she asked to go to the backyard and live in a room by herself like other girls.
“No.” Zhu Xuefeng refused directly.
"Brother, there are six wing rooms in this courtyard. My little sister and I should both live in the wing rooms. I don't want to live across the street." It’s just a temporary place to stay. If nothing happens, we’ll just go home and live there. That’s it.”
The two of them stopped talking when they saw that the elder brother had a bad tone and there was no possibility of bargaining.
"You are all living in scattered places. How can there be so much firewood for you to keep warm? You really don't know how expensive firewood and rice are, so you are just fooling around."
"Come here when you have time. I will check this martial arts at any time, don’t be lazy again!”
Last night, the north wind blew all night, and the room here was still not as warm as the old house. The little girl was still a little fresh, so she got up early and ran in the yard! Went to visit.
Zhu Xuefeng got up early, and the three girls were preparing breakfast. Today, he also wanted to take his younger brothers and sisters out for a walk to see if they had anything to add.
"Second brother, get up. My sister is already up, and you are later than her."
(End of this chapter)