thefictionvixens Chapter 278 We haven't seen each other for a long time
Chapter 278 We haven't seen each other for a long time
After hearing this, He Yuliang frowned slightly. He understood Li Ming's difficulties, but this was a business cooperation after all. Funds were indispensable and investment from one party was indispensable.
"Brother Ming, I understand your difficulties, but the investment amount for the restaurant is already our lowest threshold, and we cannot make any compromise." There was a hint of helplessness in He Yuliang's tone.
Li Ming was silent for a moment. He knew that He Yuliang was right. This was a business cooperation and there was no room for maneuver. He felt a little disappointed, but he could only accept this fact silently.
"Well, Yuliang, I can only wish you a prosperous business." Li Ming smiled bitterly and stood up to leave.
He Yuliang stood up and blocked Li Ming's way. He hesitated for a moment, then said, "Brother Ming, maybe we can think of other ways. I know that old restaurant you have run for many years. If you are willing, we can use it as collateral to serve as your investment."
After hearing this, Li Ming's eyes widened and he looked at He Yuliang in disbelief. He didn't expect He Yuliang to make such a suggestion, and a feeling of gratitude surged in his heart.
“Yuliang, are you…are you really willing to do this?” Li Ming’s voice was a little excited.
He Yuliang nodded and smiled and said, "Of course, we are friends, and you have rich experience in the catering industry. I believe your restaurant will definitely become a valuable asset."
Li Ming excitedly held He Yuliang's hand. He could feel He Yuliang's sincerity and friendship, which swept away all his worries.
"Yuliang, I really don't know how to thank you. I promise you that I will run my restaurant better and will never let you down for your trust and help!" Li Ming said excitedly.
In the morning, He Yuliang woke up to the sound of birds singing, and the sun shone through the window lattice onto his bronze skin. He stretched, stood up, walked to the window, opened it, and took a deep breath of fresh air. His grandmother's voice came from the yard: "Xiaoliang, are you up? Come and have breakfast!" The figure of his grandmother busy in the kitchen was the first warmth He Yuliang felt every morning.
The breakfast table was filled with home-cooked dishes. The porridge was made from rice, which was thick and sweet. He Yuliang sat down, picked up the chopsticks, picked up a piece of fried dough stick and dipped it into the porridge. It was crispy and fragrant. The grandmother looked at him kindly and asked, "Did you sleep well last night?" He Yuliang nodded and answered vaguely, "Well, very good."
Grandfather was drinking tea slowly, his eyes were a little serious. "Xiao Liang, let's go to the vegetable market today to see if there are any fresh vegetables to buy, and by the way, sort out the firewood pile in the backyard. Winter is coming, and it's time to prepare for the winter." He Yuliang nodded and responded, "Okay, Grandpa, I'll go in a moment."
He Yuliang finished his breakfast, changed into simple clothes, and walked out of the house. He liked this time in the morning, when there were not many people on the street and the air was fresh. When he walked to the vegetable market, he met Aunt Li, who was a neighbor and had a good relationship with his family. Aunt Li greeted him warmly: "Xiaoliang, are you here to buy vegetables? There are new vegetables today, very fresh."
"Thank you Aunt Li, I'll come and take a look." He Yuliang responded with a smile, walked to the stall, picked some fresh vegetables and meat, thinking that he could make a hearty lunch at noon today.
After returning home, He Yuliang put the vegetables in the kitchen and began to sort out the firewood pile in the backyard. The sun shone in the yard, and every corner of the courtyard looked so warm. While working, He Yuliang thought about his grandfather's words. Grandpa was an old-fashioned man who always taught him to be diligent and to understand the principles of home life. He Yuliang knew in his heart that his grandfather hoped that he could inherit this family well.
After finishing his work, He Yuliang sat in the yard to rest, holding a cup of tea in his hand. Suddenly, the door was pushed open and a familiar figure walked in. It was his childhood friend Wang Qiang. Wang Qiang said with a smile: "Xiaoliang, what are you busy with? I just passed by here and came to see you."
"Qiangzi, you're just in time. Sit down and chat." He Yuliang warmly invited Wang Qiang to sit down, and the two began to chat. Wang Qiang talked about his recent work, and He Yuliang shared some interesting things at home. The two talked and laughed, as if they had returned to their carefree youth.
As they were chatting, He Yuliang's cell phone rang. It was his sister He Yuqing who was working in another city. He Yuqing's voice was soft and a little bit nostalgic: "Xiaoliang, how is your family? Are your grandparents in good health?"
"Sister, everything is fine at home. How are you doing over there?" He Yuliang asked with concern.
"Work is going well, but I miss home a little. I may come back next month, and then we can have a reunion dinner together." He Yuqing's voice was a little excited.
"That's great. Grandpa and grandma will definitely be very happy." He Yuliang said with a smile, his heart full of anticipation.
After hanging up the phone, Wang Qiang asked, "Is it your sister? When will she be back?"
"Next month, we haven't seen each other for a long time. We must have a good reunion when she comes back this time." He Yuliang said.
In the afternoon, He Yuliang accompanied his grandfather for a walk in the yard. His grandfather walked steadily with a cane. As they walked and talked, his grandfather talked about the past: "Xiaoliang, do you know? This courtyard was built by your great-grandfather brick by brick. The conditions were difficult at that time, but he built this home for his family with his own hands."
He Yuliang listened attentively, and had a deeper understanding of the family's history. He looked at his grandfather's wrinkled face and made up his mind to protect this family.
At night, the courtyard was quiet, with only the occasional sound of the wind. He Yuliang lay on the bed, thinking back to the day. He liked this kind of life, which was ordinary but full of warmth and peace.
The next morning, when He Yuliang got up, he found some more people in the yard. It turned out that Uncle Liu from next door brought his children to play, and the yard suddenly became lively. The children chased and played, and laughed continuously. He Yuliang smiled at these children and thought of his childhood.
Grandma watched from the side, smiling: "Xiao Liang, you were also so lively when you were a child, running around the yard, and grandpa and grandma couldn't catch up with you."
"Yes, time flies." He Yuliang sighed.
"Well, Yuliang, I can only wish you a prosperous business." Li Ming smiled bitterly and stood up to leave.