pjbooks Chapter 180 Visiting an Old Friend
Chapter 180 Visiting an Old Friend
The place was now completely filled with the items that Zhao Yuan had brought.
Looking around, you can see not only various delicacies produced by Zhaoshi Food Factory itself: rows of fragrant sausages neatly stacked together; beautifully packaged instant noodles piled up like a small mountain; but also all kinds of candies and biscuits specially prepared for the elderly, which are colorful and exude an enticing sweet aroma.
In addition, Zhao Yuan also brought a full 30 jin of fresh pork, the pink color of which made one imagine how delicious it would be after cooking.
Ten packs of Daqianmen cigarettes were neatly arranged to one side;
And a case of local wine that Old Man Lin usually loves to drink; the rich aroma of the wine permeated the air, making people feel intoxicated.
These dazzling array of items occupied almost half of the main room, making the originally spacious area feel crowded.
Seeing this, Sister-in-law Lin couldn't help but smile and say to Zhaoyuan:
"Zhaoyuan, look at you every time you come back, it's like you're bringing the whole store home! Your three nephews are really doing well now, each one is so ambitious and earning more and more money. Even Xuemei and her husband are benefiting from you, their income is quite considerable. They often buy all sorts of nice things for Dad, so next time you come back, you really don't need to bring so much!"
“Zhaoyuan, your sister-in-law is right. Everyone is benefiting from you now. I have a lot of influence in the village. We all know that your business has expanded too much. It doesn’t matter if you don’t have time to come back. Your sister-in-law and several nephews are still here at home. Xuemei is also generous now. I’m doing very well. You and Fangfang don’t need to worry about the family. You and Fangfang have enough money. Don’t work so hard.”
Old Man Lin took a puff of his cigarette and said to Zhao Yuan.
"Sister-in-law, Fangfang and I are so far from home now, we can't come back very often. We'll have to trouble you to take good care of Dad! It's only right that I bring him some things when I come back this time, after all, it's our responsibility as children to be filial to our elders!"
After saying this, Zhao Yuan turned to face his father, who was sitting in a chair, took out four hundred-yuan bills from his pocket, and handed them to Old Man Lin with both hands, saying softly:
"Dad, here's 400 yuan. Keep it safe. You can use it to buy some things you like to eat or use."
Seeing this, Old Man Lin quickly waved his hand and declined, saying:
"I don't lack money. I haven't even spent all the money you gave me for the New Year! And you've already provided me with all my daily necessities, so I really don't need to buy anything extra!"
Despite saying this, when he saw his son's insistent expression, Old Man Lin finally slowly reached out and took the four hundred yuan.
At this moment, Sister-in-law Lin, who was busy in the kitchen, came out and warmly invited her to stay:
"Zhaoyuan, since you're already home, why don't you stay for dinner? Your nephews will be home from get off work soon, and we can all have a good time together."
However, Zhao Yuan replied with a troubled expression:
"Sister-in-law, I'm so sorry! I'm afraid I can't make it tonight. I have to hurry to Huzhou. I have an important social engagement there tonight."
"Okay, you're busy, so you can go now. Be careful on the road!"
Old Lin took a leisurely puff of his slightly yellowed cigarette and spoke slowly. Amidst the swirling smoke, his wrinkled face appeared even more weathered.
"Okay, Dad, I'm off now!"
Zhao Yuan responded, then turned and walked steadily toward his car parked not far away.
Arriving at the car, Zhao Yuan gently opened the door, sat in the driver's seat, and then skillfully started the car.
He waved through the car window to his father-in-law, Old Man Lin, and his wife, who were standing at the door, and then slowly drove away.
Along the way, Zhao Yuan focused on driving, but his thoughts had already drifted to the things he needed to do on his trip back to Jinyang County.
Before they knew it, the car had entered Jinyang County. Zhao Yuan didn't delay at all and drove directly towards the county party committee office.
Upon arriving at his destination, Zhao Yuan parked his car, straightened his clothes, and stepped into the county party committee office.
As soon as I entered, I saw County Chief Yang and Secretary Zhang talking about something.
"Mr. Zhao, oh my, what a rare guest! When did you return? It's so hard to see you these days!"
County Magistrate Yang Xilai, with his sharp eyes, was the first to spot Zhao Yuan as he entered. He quickly stood up, greeted him warmly with a broad smile.
"Haha, County Chief Yang, what are you saying? I just got back the night before last. I was just too busy with work at the company to get away! I heard that you and Secretary Zhang have both been promoted. When will you take office?"
As soon as Zhao Yuan entered the door, he shook hands with County Magistrate Yang Xilai to offer his congratulations.
"It's all thanks to you! Our area has become a nationally recognized advanced county, and our livestock industry is famous throughout the country!"
"I'm so happy," said County Magistrate Yang Xilai with a broad smile. His eyes narrowed into slits as he laughed, his face radiating pride and joy.
Upon hearing this, Zhao Yuan quickly responded with a smile:
"Oh, County Head Yang, you're too modest! My company's excellent development is all thanks to the series of preferential policies introduced by the government. It's precisely because of the superior investment environment you've created that my company has thrived!"
"Since you're back, why don't you stay for dinner? It'll be a good opportunity for us all to get together."
County Magistrate Yang Xilai said while brewing tea.
However, Zhao Yuan smiled and waved his hand, politely declining:
"Thank you for your kind offer, County Chief Yang, but I'm afraid it won't work this time. I need to go and say hello to Secretary Zhang later, and then I have to head to Huzhou soon, where I have a social engagement to attend to."
Yang Xilai nodded in understanding, and then said:
"Alright, let's get together again next time you come back. By the way, I'll call Secretary Zhang first and see if he's in his office right now."
After saying that, Yang Xilai picked up his phone and dialed the number for Secretary Zhang's office.
The phone kept ringing with a message indicating that no one was answering.
"Secretary Zhang isn't in his office, so I'll call him right away and ask about his schedule this afternoon!"
As County Head Yang Xilai muttered to himself, he picked up his phone again and dialed another number.
Not long after, the call was answered, and the other party quickly informed County Head Yang Xilai that Secretary Zhang had already gone to the countryside for inspection that afternoon.