PFC Chapter 180 You guys have fun.
Chapter 180 You guys have fun.
"Shall we leave now?" Li Xiangyang stood up.
"Wait a minute, even if you're in a hurry, let me find it first, okay?" Cheng Shichang waved his hand with a smile. "By the way, did you bring enough money? A watch and a bicycle, that's no small sum. Of course, if you don't have enough, you can have the goods first."
"Don't worry, your uncle has given me a big job this time: take a foreigner for a stroll in the mountains. I've got the money."
"I know about that. By the way, that foreign woman is really rich. When you took her into the mountains, didn't you think about..."
"Get lost, I'm old enough to get married..."
"Yes, yes, yes, if you don't like it, I won't say anymore. I'll definitely be at your wedding..."
While the two were chatting and laughing, Cheng Shichang had already finished packing.
Before leaving, he reminded Uncle Liu, "Uncle Liu, I'm going into town on business today. If anyone is looking for me, please tell them to talk to me tomorrow."
The spring chill was still in the air as Li Xiangyang led Cheng Shichang on horseback into the city.
It wasn't that Cheng Shichang didn't have a bicycle; it's just that he had to help Cheng Shichang ride one back.
Upon arriving in the county town, Cheng Shichang took Li Xiangyang directly to the department store.
After all, it was his father's business, so everyone greeted him with a smile.
Cheng Shichang didn't stand on ceremony and directly told the sales clerk, "My friend wants to buy a men's watch and two women's bicycles."
The sales clerk glanced at Li Xiangyang, a troubled expression on her face: "We do have watches, but bicycles..."
"What, out of stock?" Cheng Shichang frowned.
"The goods are there, but the invoice..."
“I’ll figure out the ticket issue,” Cheng Shichang interrupted. “You show him the goods first.”
The salesperson took out several watches and placed them on the counter.
Cheng Shichang pointed to one of the Shanghai-branded watches: "How about this one? It keeps accurate time and is of good quality."
Li Xiangyang picked it up, looked at it, and nodded, saying, "This one will do."
"The watch is 120, and the Phoenix brand bicycle is 85," the salesperson stated. "That'll be 292 in total."
Cheng Shichang chuckled and patted Li Xiangyang on the shoulder: "It's my dad's shop, so I'll give you a 20% discount. Two hundred and thirty-three yuan and sixty cents."
Li Xiangyang counted out the money from his pocket, and Cheng Shichang took it and handed it to the sales clerk.
The salesperson wrapped up the watch and gave Li Xiangyang a delivery slip for two bicycles.
"Then I'll take one to my mother's first, and then I'll treat you to dinner later."
"Everything is settled," Li Xiangyang said to Cheng Shichang immediately.
Cheng Shichang smiled and waved his hand: "Sure, I'll wait for you here."
After leaving the department store, Li Xiangyang rode his bicycle to his house in the city.
It was noon, and his younger sister was sweeping the floor. When she saw him, she smiled and greeted him.
Li's mother was picking vegetables in the kitchen when she heard a noise and came out. She was stunned to see her son pushing a brand-new Phoenix bicycle.
"Son, what's wrong with you...?"
"I bought this for you to ride to and from get off work," Li Xiangyang said with a smile as he propped up the bike.
Mother Li waved her hands repeatedly, "No, no, this is too precious. You should give it to Xiaoyun."
"Mom, I bought one for Xiaoyun too. She'll ride it back later." Li Xiangyang walked to his mother's side. "This one's for you; it'll be more convenient for you to commute to and from get off work every day."
Seeing her son's earnest expression, Li's mother's eyes reddened slightly. She patted his hand and said, "You silly child..."
"Mother, please accept it. It's a token of my brother's affection."
Li Xiaohua also helped to persuade them.
"Okay, I'll take it, son. You haven't eaten yet, have you? Mother will cook you something delicious."
Li's mother said, moved.
"Mom, don't bother. I had someone buy the car for me, and I still need to treat him to a meal. Why don't you skip cooking and we can eat at a restaurant together?"
"No way, I've already finished half of it. You go ahead and do it. Then come back tonight?"
"No, Mom, I'll eat and go home first. The house needs tidying up, and it's not good to linger too long; the other person will have to help me ride my bike back. I'm off now."
Seeing that Li Xiangyang was about to leave in a hurry after finishing his speech, his mother and sister were a little reluctant to part with him, but they knew he had something to do, so they saw him to the door.
After saying goodbye to his family, Li Xiangyang headed straight for the department store.
The sky was clear, and there weren't many pedestrians on the road.
When he arrived at the department store, Cheng Shichang was sitting on the steps sunbathing.
"You certainly know how to enjoy yourself," Li Xiangyang said with a smile.
Cheng Shichang stood up, patted his trousers, and said, "Let's go, let's get the other car."
The two retrieved their car and pushed it towards the restaurant.
On the streets in spring, the trees are just beginning to show their new green leaves, and the willow branches sway in the wind.
Cheng Shichang pointed to a restaurant on the street: "Let's go with this one, their braised pork is pretty good."
The restaurant was already quite full of people, with a lively and bustling atmosphere.
The two found a seat by the window, ordered a few hot dishes, and added two peanuts.
"Come on, have a drink." Li Xiangyang poured Cheng Shichang a drink. "Thanks to you for your help today."
Cheng Shichang smiled and waved his hand, "It's too formal for us brothers to talk about these things."
After a few rounds of drinks, Li Xiangyang looked up at the sky and said, "We should head back now. We need to get the car there before it gets completely dark."
The two got on their bikes and rode back along the country road.
By the time we arrived at the educated youth settlement, the moon had already risen.
The courtyard was lit up, and several educated youths were sitting together chatting.
Li Xiaoyun was also among them, and when she saw Li Xiangyang and Cheng Shichang enter, she couldn't help but show a surprised expression.
"Xiaoyun," Li Xiangyang pushed the cart over, "this is for you. It'll make things easier for you when you go out."
Li Xiaoyun stared at the brand-new Phoenix bicycle, speechless for a moment.
Under the moonlight, the metallic paint on the car body gleamed with a soft sheen.
"You...how could you..." Li Xiaoyun's voice trembled slightly.
In those days, bicycles were a rarity, and even in the city, not many people owned them.
"Ahem," Cheng Shichang interjected jokingly, "I helped Li Xiangyang ride all the way here, you'd better remember that favor."
"Cheng Shichang, stop talking nonsense." Li Xiangyang said with a smile, giving him a push.
The educated youth gathered around, examining the new car.
"Oh my, Phoenix brand!" Wang Xiulan exclaimed enviously. "It's made in Shanghai, and it's even more expensive than the Forever brand."
"Li Xiangyang, you really know how to take care of people," Ma Xiuying teased with a smile. "Xiaoyun, you should thank him properly now."
Li Xiaoyun's face turned even redder. She lowered her head and remained silent, but the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up slightly.
"Alright, stop teasing her," Zhang Li said, stepping in at the right moment. "Xiaoyun, how about we try out the car?"
Li Xiaoyun hesitated for a moment, then, amidst the cheers of the crowd, she held onto the handlebars and gently pushed the bike around the yard.
Li Xiangyang was so engrossed in watching that he didn't come to his senses until Cheng Shichang coughed lightly beside him.
"Well, I'll head back now." Cheng Shichang patted Li Xiangyang on the shoulder. "You guys have fun."