My 1979

When I came to Shenzhen in 1982, the bustling scene shocked me so much that I was treated like a country bumpkin. There is no doubt that Shenzhen is the starting point of my life. I am grateful for and love this city. I have never denied that I started out by making pirated tapes. At that time, everyone had no awareness of copyright, and there was even no such item in national legislation. So when I later bought Universal Records at a 50% premium, many people didn't understand why they had to pay so much more. I told Universal's boss at the time that this was my back-pay for the copyright fee.

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"Interview with Su Ming"

"So don't be stupid all day long. You can write whatever you like in simplified or traditional Chinese, and no one will stop you." Old Man Li said.

When He Fang's dishes were served, Li He opened the wine and asked the monk, "Uncle Pu, are you okay with drinking?"

Old Yu Tou suddenly said, "Pubele is a fake monk, so he can serve him with wine and meat."

The monk smiled and nodded, acknowledging what Old Yutou said.

He Fang said with a smile, "I was worried at first and cooked a lot of vegetables."

The old men all drank a lot, chatting about the past and the present, occasionally quoting a few poems. Li He obviously couldn't get a word in, so he and He Fang had to talk among themselves.

Early the next morning, he got up and went to Su's house.

Su Ming was very neat. After discussing with his family, he was leaving on the third day without any hesitation.

I even just started talking to my family. I thought that my mother would stop talking about it. Traveling thousands of miles away, my mother was worried. At the very least, she would have someone to be reluctant to leave. Unexpectedly, my mother said, "If you have to leave, hurry up. It will save my eyelids every day." My heart is jumping, you said you wander around the streets and alleys every day, how can I not be worried."

It's not that Su Ming has any prophetic ideas, but she has become a frightened bird in a special era. She will think about it for a long time if there is any trouble. She is also famous for gossip, and she has found some rumors that something is wrong.

Su Ming took another look at Su Xiaomei, who was wiping her tears, "It's okay. I will bring you good things when I come back. Tell me what you want, and I will buy it for you in the future."

"No, brother, if you leave, who should I ask for pocket money?" After saying that, Su Xiaomei cried even louder.

The eldest brother of the Su family said, "I won't explain it. Since Brother Li asked you to go, he will definitely make arrangements for you. Just listen to his explanation. He is a stable person. I heard that a public phone will be installed in the non-staple food department soon. I will wait for it to be connected." From now on, I’ll give you my number by telegram. I’ll call you directly instead of telegraphing. Be good outside and take care of yourself. With me at home, you don’t have to worry.”

Su Ming nodded and started to pack his luggage. He heard that the winter in the south is not cold, so he didn't plan to bring any cotton-padded jackets. He could just bring a few casual clothes.

On the day of seeing him off, He Fang wanted to follow Li He to the train station. "He is your friend, isn't he my friend? Why can't I go?"

Li He said, "No, I just went to deliver something to him, and then came back. Isn't it a lot of trouble to go back and forth?"

"So you can't take me with you?"

Li He quickly shook his head, "No, no, I mean"

He Fang grabbed the handlebar and said, "Come up, I'll take you."

Li He wanted to talk, but He Fang had already ridden for a while, so he had to run two steps and sit on the back seat.

A pretty girl was riding a bike with a boy, which caused a high turn-around rate. Li He was so embarrassed that he jumped off just after two stops and shouted from behind, "Stop, I'll ride with you." Come down quickly."

He Fang laughed loudly and showed a proud smile.

Su Ming left this time on the pretext of going south to do business, and did not make any announcement. In addition to family members, the people who came to see him off were only a few acquaintances.

Li He took out a few pieces of paper from his pocket and handed them to Su Ming, "This is a list of purchases needed to make tapes. There is also an operation guide. You should be able to understand it. If you really can't understand it, just hire one from the factory. All masters can understand it, it’s not complicated. Take care of yourself on the way. When you arrive, go directly to the address I wrote on the paper to find Yu Dehua. Don’t panic when something happens, don’t be impulsive, read more and think more. Only by making progress can you make progress. Don’t be careless if you have enough money.”

Su Ming patted the bag in his hand and whispered, "It's all in our bags. It's enough trouble. There are six of us, Er Biao. We put the money separately in each person's bag. Nothing will happen to you." Just take a look."

He Fang smiled and said, "Then I also wish you a safe journey and treat you to a drink when you come back."

"That's necessary, and we can't stay there for ten or eight years."

Su Xiaomei suddenly said, "Brother, Sister Xu is here, let's go first."

After saying that, he took his wife and left.

Everyone looked up and saw Xu Jiamin wearing casual clothes, standing upright not far away.

Li He wanted to say something, but He Fang stopped him, "Let's go first."

"No, I haven't finished explaining yet." Li He was forcibly pulled away by He Fang.

Walking to the edge of the square, He Fang pointed at Li He's head, "Why don't you wake up? If you don't dial, it won't work. Look, is there anyone else next to them? You are worse than a child."

Li He took a look and saw that none of the people who had been surrounding Su Ming just now were gone. Only Su Ming and Xu Jiamin were left.

He took another look and saw Su Ming, who was hiding not far away, with her eyes narrowed and a malicious smile on her face.

Li He really understood something this time.

Su Ming saw Xu Jiamin in casual clothes, suddenly acting clumsily like a stranger, "Are you here to do something?"

Xu Jiamin handed over an oil paper bag and said, "You will have lunch in the car."

Su Ming didn't seem to respond, so he answered dully and said, "Thank you."

Xu Jiamin took a deep breath and said, "Su Ming, I'm sorry."

"What?" Su Ming heard something strange, and waved his hand quickly, "It's okay. From now on, we will not interfere with the river. You will take your Yangguan Road, and I will take my single-plank bridge."

Xu Jiamin's breathing became heavier, as if she was trying to suppress the anger in her heart, "Behave well over there, and you are not allowed to be friends."

"That's impossible. I'm here to do business. How can I do business if we're not friends."

"I mean female."

"There is no distinction between men and women in business. Whoever stipulates that you cannot do business with women."

"You didn't mean to argue with me, did you?"

Seeing Xu Jiamin's anger level soaring, Su Ming hurriedly responded, "Okay, okay, I'll do whatever you want."

Xu Jiamin glanced at Su Ming with a smile and handed another note, "This is my office phone number. Call me when you get there. You must call me. Remember, it is a must."

After saying that, he turned around and left.

After Xu Jiamin left, Mrs. Su Ming hurriedly came over and said with a smile, "Son, this wife is a good wife. Mom recognizes her. You must seize the opportunity quickly. You see, she is from a public family, good-looking, and an official. She is worthy of you." There is so much to offer, and the opportunity must not come back again. There is no shop like this in this village."