I am chasing a rough man in the 80s
Chapter 655: Unsure Whether to Speak or Not

Chapter 655: Chapter 655: Unsure Whether to Speak or Not

Yu Jingting didn’t slog through manure, instead, he managed to sneak into the paper factory, taking on the role of a junk collector.

Originally, he was trying to gather information about Chen He and understand his character.

When he saw that the paper factory had arranged for a junk collector, he gave him some money to leave and slipped in himself.

If he didn’t act this way, getting in would be impossible. The paper factory had ceased production, and the gatekeeper, fearing workers would steal and sell items, didn’t allow anyone in.

Only the leaders could sell things, what business did the workers have to get involved?

As for where the money from the sales went, that was a question no one could ask.

After Yu Jingting sneaked in, using his social bull attribute, he engaged the gatekeeper in conversation. Not only did he thoroughly understand Chen He’s situation, he also entered the office and found these operational plans from the waste bin.

The information that Yu Jingting acquired was similar to what Suizi found out from her mother, except for the additional operational plans that made Chen Lijun’s "suspicion" more dimensional.

"The gatekeeper said he’s a crank, his mind always filled with thoughts of reform. If this were a few years earlier, he would have been arrested. The factory director has also tried to talk him out of it several times, but he never changes."

"Innovative people are treated like madmen and suppressed ruthlessly, while those who are stupefied are content with staying in their comfort zones, watching the sky from the bottom of their well. Although the well is not as comfortable now, most people still refuse to step out. Quite a lot of our compatriots prefer a comfortable death."

Suizi sighed.

Even if it would be good for them to peer out from the well, unfortunately, most people would still prefer to sit at the bottom of the well, dreaming that when they wake up tomorrow, everything will be the same as before.

The urgency of reform is imminent. There are countless factories like this all over the country, and there are also quite a number of people with innovative ideas like Chen He. It just depends on how many people can seize the opportunity and rely on their luck.

"When I left the paper factory, I then made a trip to the hospital and got bigger news. Do you want to hear it?"

"His wife has a terminal illness, I already knew."

"No, he suddenly came into a large sum of money, and he arranged a consultation with a specialist for his wife from another province. The doctor mentioned it when I just so happened to be within earshot."

Suizi was rejuvenated, this information was vital.

Chen Lijun had told Suizi very clearly that the Chen family’s relatives were only willing to do the bare minimum and no one was willing to contribute more financially. Chen He should have been strapped for cash, where did he get the money to pay for his wife’s medical bills?

"Could it be possible that he made the money himself through business?", Suizi asked.

Yu Jingting shook his head.

"I’ve analyzed the small deals he’s made. Even if he made a profit after subtracting the cost, he wouldn’t have so much."

Yu Jingting knew the gross margin and other details about these small commodities as he had been involved in such deals before.

"It seems he has a way to make money, I just hope, his way of making money doesn’t involve us. Jingting, if he seeks you out in the future, be cautious."

Suizi didn’t like to think badly of people, but at this point, with too many coincidences, she had to be suspicious.

In the evening, the couple lay in bed together, Suizi couldn’t sleep.

"Jingting, are you tired?"

Yu Jingting opened his eyes, sat up, sleepily started to take off his vest, muttering words.

"I knew once wouldn’t be enough for you, no worries, I’m in my prime, even if I die from exhaustion on you, it would be fine!"

Suizi held his hand, readjusted the vest he had half taken off.

"Who’s talking about being tired from that? I’m asking, are you emotionally tired? We’ve only been in the city for a short time, and we’ve already encountered turmoil and dealing with various matters."

"What’s so tiring about this? Even if we were back home, conflicts would still arise in summer over water sources. It’s the same everywhere. An important person once said, what is life? Life is about the hustle. Farmers hustle, workers hustle, if you’re poor you hustle, if you’re rich you hustle even more...."

Suizi carefully considered his words and unexpectedly derived a few threads of life lessons. While she was still pondering the deeper meaning behind his words, he started to make some moves.

"Just like a couple having sex, whether you’re poor or rich, it’s the same thing. When the lights are out and the blanket is over, overthinking is useless, just do it. Wife, let’s put those wise words into practice."

"Which important person’s words?"

"Yu! Jing! Ting!" So proud, his existence was a matter of course!

"..." She was overly worried about him not adjusting well. His adaptive capabilities were comparable to that of a cockroach; resilient, indestructible, and extremely tenacious.

The next day after their encounter, the couple were window-shopping in various restaurants around the city, assessing the environment.

After making a round, they chose a newly opened joint-venture restaurant from last year. It was the first joint-venture restaurant in the country. It could be said that it was the best restaurant available in Beijing.

Suizi’s plan was to make the best out of the situation since the number of guests was small, both the dishes and the environment had to be the best available.

The budget given by Chen Lijun was likely insufficient. After consulting with Yu Jingting, Suizi took out a portion of her savings.

Although she always quarreled with her mother and they might have disagreements over their values, this was a significant event in her mother’s life. Suizi hoped to make it as perfect as possible.

Even if they couldn’t make a big fuss about it, they would do their best to take care of the details.

She was discussing the menu with Yu Jingting, planning to try out the dishes that evening.

Someone beside them started to talk.

"Why are you two here? What a coincidence."

When Suizi saw Chen He carrying a few boxes of wine, she guessed that he was probably here to deliver goods. She politely nodded at him.

"Yes, quite a coincidence."

"I’ll chat with you after I finish my work." Chen He probably didn’t expect to run into this couple at this place, gave a quick greeting, then hurriedly followed the kitchen staff.

"He’s a rather ambitious man, but--" Suizi watched Chen He move away, not finishing her sentence.

But, she didn’t know if he harbored hidden agendas and cheated her family members.

After a while, Chen He came back with a sweaty face. The weather was hot, and he had to deliver wine to each family, which required both driving and lifting boxes, it was a strenuous job.

"Uncle, do you want to sit down and eat something?" Suizi invited, seeing the expensive dishes on the table, Chen He’s eyebrows furrowed.

"It’s quite expensive here."

"It’s alright, the god of wealth is footing the bill." In Suizi’s mouth, the "god of wealth" was naturally Yu Jingting.

But Chen He understood it as Fan Huang. His eyes darkened and he sat down.

"Your stepfather seems to treat you quite well."

"What’s this about stepfathers? She is married to him, so he’s my in-law. Let’s not talk about this, come, let’s drink." Yu Jingting ordered a bottle of wine.

Seeing the young couple indulging in luxury without batting an eye, Chen He, with his prejudice, thought they were squandering Fan Huang’s influence. He didn’t hold back and started drinking and chatting with Yu Jingting.

Suizi gave Yu Jingting a look, signaling him to restrain himself. He behaved exactly like an ignorant young man. When Chen He discussed the situation with him, Yu Jingting played dumb. Back and forth, Chen He began to let his guard down, thinking that these two youngsters were easy to fool.

After the third toast, Chen He saw that Yu Jingting seemed drunk and began to ramble about his fights in the village. Chen He felt it was the right time.

"Jingting, I’m a few years older than you, and I’ve had more life experiences. There’s something I’ve been wanting to say, but I don’t know if it’s appropriate."

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