Chapter 263: Taking Advantage of the 2-Man Group
A few days later
Courtyard house
Jia Zhang stopped Yan Bugui who came to wash up early in the morning.
"Uncle San, it looks like we're about to start the feast. Shouldn't we prepare for the feast for the three families? And give us a clear date for the feast?"
After being reminded by Jia Zhang, Yan Bugui looked at the newly built houses. It was indeed time to entertain guests, and the tiles would be put on soon, so he couldn't let the three families fool around.
"Okay, okay, I'll discuss this with Brother Lin today. We can't be careless about this matter..."
Jia Zhang had been looking forward to the banquet every day for the past half month. She supervised the construction team's progress once in the morning and evening. She was afraid that the three families would finish building the house without saying anything and then shirk their responsibility of treating the guests.
People are like this. As long as they have common interests, they can temporarily turn enemies into friends.
Today, Yan Bugui and Jia Zhangshi were obviously not arguing with each other. They both wanted to finish the meal first and talk later.
After washing up, Yan Bugui rushed to the backyard, but found that Lin Chen's door was locked.
Helplessly, he returned to the central courtyard again and was about to explain to Jia Zhang that Lin Chen was not at home... but Lin Chen walked in from outside carrying buns.
The two of them looked at each other holding the delicious meat buns in their hands... and couldn't help swallowing their saliva.
"Brother Lin, are you going to buy breakfast? These steamed buns are really good. Are they from Xu's?"
"Old Yan is really good! He can tell whose store it is just by looking at it... I only bought two and they are not enough for me. Next time, if I buy an extra one, I will give you one."
Yan Bugui thought to himself, "I have taken advantage of everyone in the hospital over the years, but it is difficult to take advantage of Lin Chen. If I believe him and wait for the next time, it will probably take three to five years."
"Okay, okay, let's not talk about the buns now. You think we should finalize the dinner invitation for the three families of Lao He? All the residents in the courtyard are waiting for this meal!"
Jia Zhang also hurriedly followed suit and echoed Yan Bugui.
After looking at a few new houses, Lin Chen looked at the duo who were taking advantage of the courtyard house.
"Don't be afraid, you two, we'll do it this Sunday. Old Liu said it last night..."
When the two heard Lin Chen say that it would be held this Sunday, they immediately smiled happily.
"Okay, okay, let's do it! I'll let everyone know later..."
Yan Bugui was about to leave when Jia Zhangshi's words stopped him again. This was also something he was more concerned about... He paid Lin Chen a lot of money for the contraceptive injection last time, so he had to get his money back this time!
"Brother Lin, your Qin Huairu is going to give birth in a month, right? When your son's full-month banquet comes, will you follow the Yi family's example - only entertain guests and not accept gifts?"
Lin Chen chuckled as he looked at Jia Zhang, who was thinking about good things every day.
"Yes, the Yi family has already set a precedent! If I accept the gift, I can't guarantee that others will do so, but you will definitely make the Lin family's reputation spread all over Nanluoguxiang! We have known each other for more than ten years, so I still understand Sister Jia's character..."
Jia Zhang, who was enjoying herself, suddenly felt a jolt in her heart. Lin Chen actually knew what she was planning.
If a big director like him dares to accept gifts, I will have to publicize him to everyone I meet.
"Brother Lin is such a joke. No matter what, I can't do that kind of thing."
Lin Chen looked at her with a half-smile: "You know whether it is possible or not, just wait for your seat!"
Lin Chen walked towards the backyard...
"If you want to enjoy the Lin family's free meal, that depends on whether I agree or not. You'd better save the thirty sinister points!"
After watching Lin Chen leave, Jia Zhang happily ran back to her home… There was nothing wrong with having a free seat.
And after eating this meal, there will be a free full moon banquet next month. It's so wonderful!
When Yan Bugui heard that he really didn't accept gifts, he was immediately happy. He had to get back his money, even though it was a lot less, but it was better than nothing.
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backyard
As Lin Chen just entered the door, he heard a reminder in his ear.
[Remind the host that the Gongwangfu archaeological team will evacuate today. The host can take action now! ]
After hearing this, Lin Chen hurriedly looked in the direction of Prince Gong's Mansion. He had not had a good opportunity to take action in the past year or so... Even though the archaeological team had been guarding that place 24 hours a day... the entire Prince Gong's Mansion was almost dug up by them.
"Let's take action tonight! These gold, silver and jewels are priceless, it's a pity to leave them out in the open. We'll find a chance to take them from the other places..."
Lin Chen had already seen what was hidden in Prince Gong's Mansion, which was more than twice the treasures in his own space...
Most of them were buried in physical form, and Lin Chen couldn’t get in through teleportation…
Lin Chen would go directly into the basements with space and take away the items, while those without underground space had to be dug up.
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Langfang Hutong in Qianmen
Fan Jinyou went out to work and happened to meet Ouyang Yi who was also going out.
"Morning, Brother Fan!"
"Brother Ouyang, good morning..."
After a few days, the injuries of both men were almost healed.
"Thank you, brother Jinyou, for your generosity a few days ago. Let's have a seat in the tavern tonight. I'll treat you."
When Fan Jinyou heard that the other party wanted to take the initiative to treat him to a meal, he immediately became excited...
"Brother Ouyang, that's too polite! A distant relative is not as good as a close neighbor. If I don't help you, who will? I just happen to have something to discuss with you. Let's talk about it slowly while we drink tonight..."
Ouyang Yi waved at him and said, "See you at the tavern after get off work tonight!"
At the entrance of the alley, the two of them happily separated...
Fan Jinyou also received instructions from his father-in-law's family to introduce Ouyang Yi to his sister-in-law Su Chunmei.
The Su family thought that no matter what, overseas students who returned to China would be treasures of the organization, and if she married him, her future would definitely be good.
Fan Jinyou and his wife agreed.
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The hot sun slowly sets in the evening...
Lin Chen also came to the tavern and sat down. It was still early, so he came to take a look around... After all, it was lively here.
The front of the Qianmen Tavern is bustling with people. A large cup of iced beer (one pound) for 20 cents is very popular... Erguotou is hard to drink in the hot weather, but beer is still okay. Especially iced beer...
A glass of beer with broad beans and peanuts, and if you have the means, you can also order some cold shredded ear and garlic tripe.
After get off work, Ouyang Yi rode his bike directly to the tavern.
In a city that is unfamiliar to me, I have many friends and many paths to choose from. Fan Jinyou also works at the Qianmen Management Committee. He is a good person to befriend...
Ouyang Yi thought: "After all, they really came to me when I was in trouble! If Fan Jinyou hadn't helped me that day, I would have had to lie in bed for half a month..."
At least when you are in trouble, others dare to come forward to help you, which is a good performance.
"Comrade Ouyang, I'm here today because I'm free. I haven't seen you for a while..."
The waiter Zhao Hu was deliberately mocking him. Zhang Long and Zhao Hu were also the first to know about the beating of the Jin brothers a few days ago.
Ouyang Yi didn't know that Zhang Long, Zhao Hu, and the Jin brothers and Ma Han who beat him were in the same group.
"I was busy at the institute, so I didn't come out. I came here early after get off work today to try your new beer..."
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