My 1979

In the pavilion in the front yard, Li He asked Old Man Li, "How are you thinking?"

"You said, it's interesting to go to a place where I'm not familiar with. I can still work on my old bones for a few years, so why not die outside?" Old Man Li took a puff of dry cigarette, his eyes still staring at the pond. The eldest grandson beside me said, "Hey, be careful, don't get so close to the pool."

When the child heard Old Man Li's voice, he just raised his head blankly, not understanding the meaning of Old Man Li's words.

Li He said, "It's good for you to take care of his children. It's obvious that your eldest grandson can't even speak Chinese. Can you rest assured?".

Old Man Li sighed, "You can't even speak Chinese anymore, how can you be considered Chinese?"

The second and third generations overseas are relatively poor in Chinese. This child speaks Thai. After all, many people around him speak Thai, and the social language environment is also Thai. The older I get, the less I can speak Chinese.

The basic situation is that Thai does not need to be taught, but Chinese requires extra time from parents to teach.

Old Man Li has reason to be worried.

"Your son is a rich man. He had good food and good housing in the past. Maybe you will still be able to bloom as an old tree, regain a second spring, and grow a meat plant." Li He deliberately made fun of Old Man Li.

"Stop making fun of me, how old am I? Do you support me to follow?".

"I support you to enjoy your life in the past. If you are unhappy, just go back home. What a big deal it is to embarrass you like this. Don't you want to see your daughter? It's easier to see her when you go out like this, right?"

Old Man Li smoked the cigarette pot until sparks flew out. He sighed heavily and said, "Okay, I'll just take a walk. If you feel uncomfortable, I'll come back."

Old Man Li told Li Jiasheng, "I can go there, but I want to come back, and you have to send me back."

Li Jiasheng naturally agreed, "Dad, this is no problem."

Old Man Li started to pack his luggage, took Li He to the basement, fumbled and turned on the lights, and carefully wiped the shelves with a rag, "I can't bear to part with these things."

After several years of hard work by Old Man Li, Li He's basement is almost full, with everything from porcelain, calligraphy and paintings to everything.

"Bring two things you like."

"I've really helped you collect a lot of good things over the years, and I'm happy to see them every day. Now that I'm gone, you can do whatever you want with these things, whether you want to sell them or give them away, it's up to you. But I As I said before, most of these are treasures. If you lose money, you really have no place to cry. If you still don’t understand anything in the future, you can ask Lao Zhu and I will explain it to him before I leave." Old Man Li He took out two pieces of jade and said to Li He, "I'll take these two pieces and give one to my daughter and one to my granddaughter. Is that okay?"

It's just an ordinary kind of jade, which is better than the exquisite carving. Li He nodded, "Just take it if you like it, and just get a few more pieces. Originally, you collected all the jade in the box. Without you, I don't think so. Even if you collect it, you won’t be able to collect so much.”

Old Man Li took out the account book from his pocket again, "This is the account book for so many years. I dare to say with my conscience that every item purchased is worth it, and the money you spent is not unfair at all."

Li He took the account book without looking at it. Of course he knew that the money was not wasted. Over the years, he had only spent less than 300,000, but his collection had increased by half. From now on, he would just take something and send it to the auction house for a few dollars. One hundred thousand.

"You have become a mother-in-law. We have been together for so many years and I still don't know you."

"It's because we have been together for so many years that I have to explain it so clearly to you. I am too lazy to talk nonsense like this to others," Old Man Li said plausibly.

Now that Old Man Li was about to leave, Li He wanted to cook a meal for practice, so he called Shoushan from a public telephone booth to come back and cook.

Old Man Li himself went to invite Old Man Zhu, Monk Bo, and Lao Yutou's family.

Shoushan knew that Old Man Li was leaving, so he asked his daughter to ride a tricycle, bring all the ingredients with her, and show off her housekeeping skills.

Old man Yu said, "You don't have such sincerity in my house."

Old Mrs. Yu blamed the old man for not being able to speak, "I kindly cooked for you all day on a hot day and didn't even pay you a penny, and you still say such rude words."

Shoushan really showed his special skills, and this meal was exquisitely prepared.

A picky person like Li Jiasheng's wife would be spoiled for choice.

Even a picky eater like this kid eats it with gusto.

Everyone had a great time eating this meal, changing cups and cups, it was so lively.

Li Jiasheng went to the kitchen to find Shoushan privately and offered him a cigar. Shoushan happily accepted it.

"Your cooking skills are very good. Have you ever considered going abroad?"

Shoushan choked on his cigar, covered his mouth and coughed and asked, "Going abroad? Where to go?".

"Thailand, I have a Chinese restaurant in Thailand. If you, sir, can go, the business will definitely go to a higher level. It would be a pity to keep your skills in China," Li Jiasheng said with a smile.

"What a pity? What's the pity? He's not just a cook, he's still cooking for people," Shoushan said nonchalantly.

"But the income is different. Have you considered the income gap between domestic and foreign countries? If you are willing, I am willing to give you a monthly salary of 500 yuan." Since Li Jiasheng returned to China, the silver dollar offensive has been going all the way.

500 yuan is about 10 times the domestic income. He looked at Shoushan jokingly, not believing that Shoushan would not be tempted.

He had gradually gotten used to this feeling and even enjoyed it a little bit.

"500 yuan?" Shoushan asked in surprise.

"Yes, as long as you agree, it will be 500 yuan. If you are worried, we can sign a labor contract in advance, and I will bear all the expenses before going abroad. I will also give you a settlement allowance to ensure that you have no worries." Li Jiasheng felt that Shoushan was a little tempted, so he began to make more promises, grinning at an arc, and not forgetting to blow out a puff of smoke.

Shoushan happily imitated Li Jiasheng in smoking a cigar, but every time he inhaled it into his lungs like a cigarette, he became dizzy. He swallowed and said, "You are the son of old Li Tou, and you are considered my junior. I’ll just call you Jiasheng. Do you know how much I earn per month now?”

Li Jiasheng couldn't figure out what he meant again, "Based on the current salary in China, I've looked at it and found that there are some with 20 yuan and some with 120 yuan, but it's rare to see anyone with more than 120 yuan."

Shoushan finally figured out the secret of the cigar. He blew out a big smoke ring hard and quickly, which landed directly in front of Li Jiasheng. He hurriedly fanned the smoke away with his hand, "Sorry, sorry."

"It's okay, you continue." Li Jiasheng wiped his eyes, tears about to come out from being sprayed.

"Me, I can only make more than 1,000 yuan a month now. I really can't go with you. I'm sorry." Shoushan gets a 10% bonus every year. Including salary, he got 8,000 yuan last year. This year he opened all the boxes and entertained more guests. His profit was more than double that of last year. He was sure that he would be able to share more this year.

His daughter and son-in-law received another salary, and the family's life was very comfortable. He took his grandchildren with him and entertained them, which was extremely comfortable.

If he leaves, where will his daughter and son-in-law go?

Nowadays, everyone calls him "Boss Shou" to gain both dignity and respect. His Shoushan Mountain has never been so prosperous.

Although life abroad is good, he is so old that he can no longer eat a few mouthfuls of food, and he cannot return to his hometown if he is rich and wealthy, so he is not a blind man.

The most important thing is that he has considered Li He's idea of ​​opening a chain of restaurants and thinks it is very feasible. He also hopes to leave a share of the family business for his daughter.

Li Jiasheng couldn't help laughing, thinking that Shoushan was bargaining, "600 yuan, and I will give you another 500 yuan for settlement expenses."

In his opinion, this is a very fair price.

Shoushan was a little annoyed. He felt that he had made it very clear, but Old Man Li's son was a little confused. He said angrily, "No amount is enough. Is this clear enough?"

Before Li Jiasheng could say anything, Li He came in, "Is there still water in the kettle?"

Shoushan immediately took Li He's cup, made a cup of tea for Li He, and said with a smile, "If you want water, just shout and I'll bring it to you."

Li Jiasheng felt angry when he saw Shoushan's arrogant look, snorted, turned around and left.