Rebirth of Siheyuan starts in the 1980s

Qiao Yicheng did not directly answer Cao Zhiqiang's question, but judging from his expression, he seemed to have accepted Cao Zhiqiang's remarks.

At least, judging from Qiao Yicheng's expression, he did not object to Qiao Simei being adopted by President Chen.

Because knowing a father is better than a son.

Just like Cao Zhiqiang said.

Their father, Qiao Zuwang, was not a particularly competent father at all.

Although they don't care about these children at all, they are always saying that these children are vampires, openly or covertly, and they keep saying that it is the existence of these children that makes Qiao Zuwang's life so uncomfortable.

And compared to others, because Qiao Yicheng is older and knows more about his father, he knows that he is a very cowardly person at a critical moment, and will choose to escape when something happens, and he is greedy for money.

If Qiao Simei comes back to live, Qiao Zuwang will have to support one more child, which will make Qiao Zuwang even more uncomfortable.

When the time comes, Qiao Zuwang will most likely go to another house and sell Qiao Simei.

Since I have to sell it, I might as well sell it to someone who looks more reliable.

At least for now, it seems that Qiao Sanli's life in the Cao family is not bad, and Qiao Sanli's new eldest brother seems to be quite reliable.

And the people introduced by Qiao Sanli's new eldest brother probably won't be any worse.

But what touched Qiao Yicheng the most was what Cao Zhiqiang said. President Chen could often bring Simei to Nanjing to see him, and he could even take him to the capital to see Qiao Simei.

No one knows that Qiao Yicheng is actually eager to escape from this home.

Because this home makes him feel suffocated.

He especially wanted to go to a better place and start a new, carefree life.

But he can't because he doesn't have the ability.

Unless he can be adopted by a good family with money and power, just like President Chen's family.

Thinking of this, Qiao Yicheng lowered his head and his eyes began to twinkle.

"Brother!"

Qiao Erqiang's call woke up Qiao Yicheng.

When he looked up, he found Qiao Erqiang in front of him smiling and extending his hand, with a handful of White Rabbit toffee in his hand.

As for the guy named Cao Zhiqiang, he has disappeared.

"Top two?" Qiao Yicheng frowned slightly, "What's wrong?"

"Look, toffee, white rabbit!" Qiao Erqiang chuckled, "Simei gave it to me, saying it was brought from the capital, and there is also this kind of imported chocolate."

After saying that, Qiao Erqiang opened his other hand and revealed three pieces of chocolate inside.

"Brother, here it is." Qiao Erqiang chuckled, "I've eaten it, it's sweet and delicious."

Qiao Yicheng didn't take it, but looked around: "That Cao, where is Brother Cao?"

Qiao Erqiang smiled and said: "He, he just entered the house. It seems he went to talk to Dad and the others. By the way, Sanli and Simei also went in."

Qiao Yicheng nodded: "Then why don't you follow me in?"

Qiao Erqiang smiled and said: "I see that you didn't follow me in, brother, and you have been standing here thinking about things, so I will stay with you."

Qiao Yicheng frowned: "Let's go and take a look."

After saying that, Qiao Yi walked into the room.

Qiao Erqiang was stunned and quickly put the White Rabbit toffee and chocolate into his pocket: "Wait for me."

As soon as Qiao Yicheng walked into the room, he heard Qiao Simei talking and gesticulating to Qiao Zuwang.

"My brother's house is so beautiful. It also has a large 14-inch color TV. It's great to watch cartoons."

"There is also a large refrigerator that can make ice cubes and you can also make your own sorbet. It's cool and comfortable."

"By the way, there is also that kind of water heater. You can turn it on for a while and you will get hot water. You can use as much hot water as you want. It is very comfortable to take a bath. You can even use a wooden bucket to take a bath."

"Also, I have a separate room. I have such a big room to myself. There is only my own bed in the room, and there are many dolls and beautiful clothes. I like it very much."

When she heard this, Cao Lili suddenly turned to look at Qiao Yicheng: "Brother, you are here."

Qiao Yicheng nodded to Cao Lili, then walked to Cao Lili and stood there without speaking, just watching the scene quietly.

At this time, Qiao Zuwang sighed: "Oh, Sanli and Simei are going to enjoy their happiness. That's good, that's good. This makes me feel relieved."

After a short pause, Qiao Zuwang looked at Chen Jiabang who was sitting next to him: "But President Chen, Sanli and Simei are both living in Xiao Cao's house now. The situation in his family is good, but if Simei follows you, your family's

Can the situation be so good?"

Before Chen Jiabang could speak, Cao Zhiqiang, who was standing on the side, spoke first: "Uncle Qiao, you don't understand now, do you?

Think about it, my family has so many good things, let alone President Chen, who is older than me.

To be honest, the family conditions of President Chen’s family are no worse than mine.

What's more, didn't we say before that after President Chen adopted Simei, the main purpose was to facilitate Simei to settle in the capital, so that she could have a Beijing household registration and go to school seriously in the capital.

As for where Simei usually lives, she still lives with me and Lili.

By the way, I don't usually live there, I have another house somewhere else.

Living with Lili and Simei is a female graduate student who is also from Nanjing.

This female graduate student is a top student. She lives with Simei and Lili. Not only can she take care of their daily life, but she can also help them with their homework.

Of course, President Chen and his wife will often visit Simei. Even if President Chen is busy with work, Mrs. Chen will definitely visit Simei often.

In addition, if President Chen comes to Nanjing for a business trip in the future, he can also bring Sanli and Simei to visit you.

You don’t have to worry about never seeing your child again after you hand them over.

Lili and Simei have introduced their lives before, so they won't lie to you, right?

So, Uncle Qiao, what are you worried about?

Leave Simei to us, and living with your sister is much better than living with outsiders, right?

And if Simei goes there, you can also lighten a big part of your burden, right?"

After hearing what Cao Zhiqiang said, Chen Jiabang nodded quickly: "Yes, Xiao Cao is right, that's what I want to say."

Qiao Zuwang frowned, then lowered his head and sighed: "I understand the truth, but after all, Simei is my child and has feelings.

Sanli has passed away, and only Simei is left in the family.

If Simei follows you, I will really be reluctant to let you go."

Upon hearing this, Qiao Yicheng immediately sneered.

Maybe others heard this and thought that Qiao Zuwang really couldn't let go of his daughter.

But Qiao Yicheng knew that Qiao Zuwang had never been reluctant to say anything.

What he said now was just to raise the price and sell Simei at a good price.

Of course, not only Qiao Yicheng knew about this, but Cao Zhiqiang and Chen Jiabang also knew about it.

Because before coming, Cao Zhiqiang had already told Chen Jiabang about Qiao Zuwang's situation.

In addition, Chen Jiabang, as the secretary to the factory director of a state-owned enterprise in Beijing, is well-informed and has a perfect eye for words and emotions. Therefore, he can see through people like Qiao Zuwang at a glance and does not need Cao Zhiqiang to remind him in advance.

It seemed that after Qiao Zuwang spoke, Chen Jiabang, his wife, and Cao Zhiqiang stopped talking, and Qiao Yicheng became a little anxious.

He just moved his feet and wanted to go out and scold his father.

But for some reason, he just moved his feet, then took them back, and continued to stand aside without saying a word.

"Hahaha." Chen Jiabang suddenly smiled, "Brother Qiao, I think this is it for now. It's getting late and it's time to eat. How about we go have a meal first? What's the matter? It's slow at the dinner table.

Let’s chat slowly, what do you think?”

"Eating?" Qiao Zuwang's eyes lit up and he rolled his eyes and said, "It's good to eat. How about you guys wait here while I order some dishes?"

"No need." Chen Jiabang said with a smile, "Brother Qiao, to be honest, we have just arrived and are currently staying at the Jinling Hotel.

Everything has been arranged over there, so it would be a waste if you don’t eat it.

Otherwise, how about we go to Jinling Hotel for dinner together?"

"Jinling Hotel?" Qiao Zuwang opened his mouth, "You mean the one in Xinjiekou, the tallest building in the country?"

Chen Jiabang smiled and nodded: "Yes, that's right there."

Immediately afterwards, Chen Jiabang added: "To be honest, we came by car, and the car was waiting outside. I thought it was enough to pull everyone over.

Otherwise, let's go over there right now, eat, drink, whatever happens, let's chat at the dinner table, how about it, bro?"

"The relationship is great." Qiao Zuwang rubbed his hands, "Is it really the Jinling Hotel?"

"Really." Chen Jiabang stood up, "Let's go, let's go right now, don't worry, I'll send a car to take you back after eating."

"That's good." Qiao Zuwang chuckled, "I've never been to a place like that before, so I have to eat meat this time."

Speaking of this, Qiao Zuwang said to Qiao Yicheng and Qiao Erqiang: "Yicheng, Erqiang, you two stay at home and don't run around. I will bring you some food when I come back."

"What are you bringing?" Chen Jiabang said with a smile, "Let's go with the kids. There are two cars, which is enough."

"Is it really possible?" Qiao Zuwang's eyes widened.

Chen Jiabang nodded: "Let's have fun together. It's all reimbursed by the unit anyway, so it doesn't matter."

"That's possible." Qiao Zuwang said with a smile, "Then let's walk together."

In this way, the group of people left Qiao's house, walked through the streets, and came to the street.

Sure enough, the two Duke taxis were still parked on the roadside.

As soon as he saw the two Nissan Duke cars, Qiao Zuwang's eyes widened again: "Oh, are these imported cars? Oh, I have never been in such a good car in my life."

Chen Jiabang smiled and said: "Then you sit in front and take the passenger seat."

"Is this appropriate?" Qiao Zuwang pretended to refuse.

"What's inappropriate?" Chen Jiabang said with a smile, "That's it."

So, under Chen Jiabang's arrangement, Chen Jiabang and his wife, Cao Zhiqiang and Cao Lili took one car, and Qiao Zuwang, Qiao Yicheng, Qiao Erqiang and Qiao Simei took another car.

The two cars went straight to the Jinling Hotel, one behind the other.

After arriving at the Jinling Hotel, Qiao Zuwang took a deep breath again.

After all, he had never dared to think about such a luxurious building before, and he didn't even dare to approach it, let alone go in.

Qiao Yicheng and Qiao Erqiang were also stunned. They were obviously stunned by this place and did not dare to breathe.

"Why are you just standing there?" Chen Jiabang smiled and actively invited, "Let's go, brother Qiao, let's go together."

Qiao Zuwang nodded cautiously: "Hey, yes, President Chen."

After that, everyone filed in and went directly to the restaurant.

Since I had already reserved a private room in advance, when I arrived at the restaurant, I went directly to the large private room.

The private room was extremely large and decorated extremely luxuriously. Qiao Zuwang was dazzled and at a loss what to do.

Even Qiao Yicheng and Qiao Erqiang did not dare to speak after entering here, but followed closely behind their father.

Even Qiao Simei was a little restrained. After all, she had never been to a private room like this before.

Cao Lili, on the other hand, has seen many big scenes in the capital and has a more stable temperament, so although she has never been to this kind of private room, she is not surprised and does not look envious or surprised.

Since Chen Jiabang was ostensibly the host of the banquet, he quickly arranged the seats according to banquet etiquette.

Chen Jiabang must be the guest of honor, Qiao Zuwang is the guest of honor, Cao Zhiqiang is the deputy guest of honor, and Mrs. Chen is the deputy guest of honor.

They were the adults at the main table. As for the children, Qiao Yicheng, Qiao Erqiang, Qiao Simei and Cao Lili, they ate alone at another table.

This was decided early on and is most in line with the current situation.

I think that children are children after all. If they are with adults, firstly, the adults will say some things that are not appropriate, and secondly, the children will not be able to relax.

Like now, it is the most appropriate arrangement for adults to share a table and children to share their own affairs.

Of course, since they are all in the same private room, if one table wants to eavesdrop on the conversation of another table, that is also possible. It depends on whether you have the intention.

After everyone was seated, the food began to be served soon.

The reason why it is so fast is because many hard dishes that take time are pre-ordered and started in advance.

There are also some things such as rice, porridge, etc., which are also prepared in advance.

As for some stir-fry dishes, they don’t take long and can be served quickly.

All in all, this is the highest standard foreign-related hotel in China. If it could be rated as a star, it would definitely be a five-star hotel.

Therefore, some of the hospitality standards here, especially the way of serving dishes, are all learned from those in Xiangjiang, and are very scientific and humane.

As the dishes were served one after another, especially when Chen Jiabang took the initiative to open a bottle of Maotai, Qiao Zuwang immediately forgot about it.

It can be said that everything here, whether it is every dish or every sip of wine, is something that Qiao Zuwang could not imagine in the past.

But now, he is treated as the guest of honor, enjoying the treatment that only leaders and foreign guests can have, and eating and drinking well in this kind of foreign-related hotel.

All of this is not enough for a child, or even a girl that he doesn't think highly of.

Of course, Qiao Zuwang is not completely stupid.

In addition, while drinking with Chen Jiabang, Chen Jiabang mentioned the names of some leaders in Beijing and even some big leaders in NJ City from time to time. This made Qiao Zuwang amazed and also felt a little nervous.

Only then did Qiao Zuwang realize that President Chen, who came from the capital, probably had a good background.

If you can use a daughter to establish friendship with such a leader, then the future will not be prosperous?

But if he refuses, what if someone is unhappy and wants to give him some shoes? Isn’t that like killing an ant?

Thinking of this, Qiao Zuwang, who was already a little tipsy, immediately sobered up more than half of his alcohol.

He immediately understood that this ultra-high-level banquet was both entertainment and demonstration.

Think about it, can a person who can easily stay in such a high-end hotel and eat such a high-standard banquet in Nanjing be easily offended?

Anyway, he, Qiao Zuwang, certainly cannot afford to offend such a person.

So whether he wants to or not, Qiao Simei, his daughter, I'm afraid he won't be able to keep her.