Chapter 128 Five Blessings
In fact, Ning Weimin originally wanted to transfer the leather hat Zhang Shihui gave him to Kang Shude.
That thing is very warm to wear, and it really doesn’t freeze your ears.
Although neither Zhang Shihui nor the salesperson knew what kind of leather it was, the old man could tell at a glance that it was a green-rooted mink.
But then again.
Precisely because the thing is so good, this hat is too conspicuous when worn on the head.
The old man can't accept it, so he can only express his gratitude without mercy.
Why do you need to say it?
Because Kang Shude is now guarding the gate of the jade factory.
He has to carry this with him to work all day long, how can he not cause gossip?
Isn’t that sincerely making others uncomfortable?
Regular workers also wear cotton hats with a hood. You, a temporary worker, wear a better hat than the factory director. This is outrageous.
So Ning Weimin had no choice but to put on the leather hat himself.
Then I prepared two more affordable and low-key things for Master.
"Old man, I won't say anything else. This is my little thought on New Year's Eve, and I would like to express my gratitude to you. Your cold legs, with this hot water bottle to cover your bed, It feels much better. It will keep your hands warm when you bring it to work, right?”
Although Ning Weimin said a few words lightly, you can tell from two things that he was interested.
Kang Shude was naturally moved by this.
So he smiled, took out a bunch of copper coins from his arms, and handed them to Ning Weimin.
“Boy, this is for you, let’s just call it money.”
Ning Weimin bowed and took it, a little surprised.
Because this bunch of money is nothing more.
It is nothing more than copper coins from the prosperous times such as Qin Banliang, Han Wuzhu, Kaiyuan Tongbao, Kangxi Tongbao, and Qianlong Tongbao.
These days these things are for everyone. They are just for good luck, but they are not worth anything.
But what stands out is the jade on the money string, which is about the size of an egg and has five bats carved on it.
It is truly superb and lifelike.
And at first glance, the jade quality is good, just like mutton fat.
Ning Weimin was immediately surprised, "Old man, is this new? Hetian jade?"
Kang Shude nodded and smiled in approval.
"Yes, the eyes are not bad. I asked a master craftsman from the jade factory to make this. He is the apprentice of Liu Deying, one of the "Four Elites of Northern Jade". The craftsmanship is now ranked first in the whole factory, and it can be sold I do this for you because of your luck.”
As the conversation changed, the test began.
"As for why it is made this way, there is something special about it. Yan Mohu'er's scientific name is bat, which represents blessing. You should know this. But do you know why there are five?"
Ning Weimin thought After thinking about it, he shook his head.
The old man then reminded him, "Remember, the five blessings are longevity, wealth, health, good virtue, and a test of life."
Ning Weimin still didn't understand, so he asked again What do the last two blessings mean?
The old man said solemnly, "It means having good virtues and being able to die a good death. These five things added up are all we ordinary people want to think about in our lives."
"Nothing else. I give you this, hoping that you can live a good life and get these five blessings in this life. This is more useful than how much wealth you make."
Ning Weimin was also moved. .
Having been alone in society for a long time, he certainly understood the profound meaning of Master's words.
My heart felt hot, like being soaked in hot water. He immediately knelt on the ground holding the bunch of copper coins.
Taking the initiative as a disciple, he kowtowed to Kang Shude respectfully.
Outside the window, an unknown person placed a tube of night-light pearls outside the alley.
The red, green, pink, and bright fireworks flew high in the sky in the courtyard one after another, immediately dyeing the room gorgeously.
And that gorgeous color seems to be a reflection of the emotions surging in the chests of the master and apprentice...
New Year's Eve is not only the New Year's Eve of Kang Shude and Ning Weimin.
It also belongs to the people of the whole country, and to the common people of the entire capital.
Almost at the same time, the master and apprentice started to use chopsticks to taste their reunion dinner.
The sound of firecrackers outside became more and more intensive from the sparse at first.
Soon, even without leaving home, you will be able to see the flickering light of fire on the horizon.
This is enough to show that on such a night and at such a time.
There are countless families and countless people like them. My heart is filled with the happiness of family reunion and the hope that life will be better next year.
Let’s not talk about other places, let’s talk about the Mijia next door. At this time, they are still enjoying the most heartwarming meal of the year and the most sumptuous meal.
Aunt Mi was carrying the dishes to the table with a smile, while still nagging about her daughter.
"You two kids can really save trouble. I asked you to help wash the plastic flowers at home in the afternoon. My dear, you handed over the task to the washing machine."
Mi Xiaoran is already a big girl and can keep her composure.
He only lowered his head to help divide the bowls and chopsticks without saying a word.
But Mi Xiaohui, who was still young, immediately cried out.
The two little braids flicked and he almost jumped up from the stool.
"Mom, look at you, you are still scolding people during the Chinese New Year. Isn't it all done after washing it?"
"Clean? It is clean. It costs water, electricity and machines. We The washing machine costs more than 200 yuan, so you are allowed to do this?”
It's okay if I don't say this. Once I say it, even Master Mi can't stand it.
"I say your change has been too big. When you first got this thing, you were so reluctant and always wanted to quit. You often criticized our eldest daughter, saying that it was a waste of money. What? Now that it’s used, you can’t even touch it? Don’t forget, it’s up to our eldest daughter to pay back the money. Isn’t this unfair?”
"Hey, I'm not afraid of messing up."
Master Mi's honest and forthright speech made Aunt Mi a little embarrassed, so she quickly made a few remarks.
"Not to mention, Xiaoran did this with great courage. Originally, I was so worried this winter that I had to wash my hands. Xiaoran, what a good girl, my mother's pain is really not in vain. It’s up to you. Why don’t you pay for the washing machine? Save your salary yourself..."
It was a rare occasion for her mother to be generous with money, and Mi Xiaoran couldn't help being amused.
"Mom, no need. I've already worked, and it's time to contribute to the family. You'd better save your money first, and when you save enough, buy a color TV. Don't be in a hurry. If you buy black and white, you're wasting your money..."
As soon as he said this, Master Mi couldn't help but get involved and objected again.
“Return to the color TV? I don’t agree to buy the black and white one. What can I watch on the TV? It’s small and unclear. Where can I find good movies? Especially the TV series, episode after episode, and It was all done in one breath, just like a sheep pooping."
But this time, his words didn't work. The three women in the family ignored him and pouted.
"It's none of your business, just drink your wine."
As soon as Aunt Mi handed him the bottle, she turned back to conspire with Mi Xiaoran.
“Hey, girl, I heard that color TVs are not easy to buy, and they are expensive. It’s more than two thousand, and the price is as much as four black and white ones. That’s what we little people can afford. "Besides, we only earn a lot, and we have to tighten our belts to save enough money."
Before Mi Xiaoran could speak, Mi Xiaohui interrupted again.
"You really have no ambition. If you ask me, we would rather eat a bite of fairy peach than a basket of rotten apricots. Brother Wei Min also said that science and technology are developing forward, and new Definitely get rid of the old ones. If you are really picky, buy a black and white one. It will probably become tattered in less than two years. You still have the nerve to look at the black and white ones, no matter what. Country bumpkin..."
Is Aunt Mi still happy? He immediately became angry.
"Hey, you little white-eyed wolf, I'm talking about your mother! I haven't even fed you yet, and you rebelled! If you push your nose and face again, I'll make you even rotten. There’s nothing to eat!”
Mi Xiaoran was afraid that her mother would be angry, so she quickly tried to persuade her.
“Oh, Mom, you’re a New Year’s Eve girl, why do you need to be as knowledgeable as her? She’s just a little girl, she just talks quickly, it’s purely unintentional words.”
“Besides, her words are also It’s not entirely unreasonable. If you don’t believe it, just look at that chatterbox. It was big and stupid in the past, but now it has become a small semiconductor.”
"And the tape recorder that plays the tape. When the 'Brick' came out the year before last, I heard that people lined up two miles away from Wangfujing Department Store to buy it. No one wants it now, right? They all pay attention to the four-speaker tape recorder. It has to be from Japan's Sanyo, what's the difference?"
When Aunt Mi heard this, she gasped as if she was enlightened.
"Yes, this has changed too fast. So...then according to you, if we want to buy...we have to buy colored ones?"
"Well, And you have to buy an 18-inch one."
Mi Xiaoran nodded firmly and smiled again.
"But don't worry too much about money. Because Weimin has a way to buy cheap color TVs. Original imported ones are hundreds cheaper than in stores. We can just go to him..."
"Oh, he still has this ability? Can he get hundreds of dollars cheaper? That's great..."
Aunt Mi suddenly looked surprised.
But the next second, I couldn't help but become suspicious again.
"No, Xiaoran, what on earth is going on between you and Wei Min? Do you know so much about him? Tell the truth to mom, you guys really..."
At this time, Mi Xiaoran's face turned red and she immediately complained.
"Oh, why are you here again? How many times have you asked me? Is it still over? No, no, nothing has happened to us. Aren't we just neighbors and colleagues, and normal contact is no longer possible?"< br>
Aunt Mi was gagged, but she was good-tempered towards the eldest daughter who was able to establish a family.
Not only did he not get angry, he also asked Mi Xiaoran cautiously before long by asking for more food.
"How about after dinner, you and Xiaohui go to deliver some rice cakes to the neighbor? You might as well help mom ask for more details and see how much cheaper Weimin can buy color TVs than in stores. ? I have a good idea..."
At the same time, Ning Weimin and Kang Shude's neighbors on the other side of the house were also having a banquet.
(End of this chapter)