Qi returns to Qi, but during the Chinese New Year, you can't get so angry that you make a scene just because of a word. Not only will this not solve any problems, it will also become a joke to others after dinner, and will embarrass the Zhang family!

Look, the Zhang family is making noise again. I have never seen such a family...

The Zhang family...the family tradition is not right...

Zhang Wei didn't want to be a joke in other people's mouths, and he didn't want his parents to be a joke in other people's mouths, so he had no choice but to endure it. What's more, Zhang Wei was sure that he couldn't make trouble with a shrew like his second aunt.

Yes, his second aunt is a shrew, a shrew who dares to use a knife when quarreling with her own men, a lazy shrew who is never unreasonable.

You can neither hit nor scold such a shrew, the best way to deal with it is to give it a wide berth.

After enduring his unhappiness, Zhang Wei put it on the agenda to buy a house for his parents the next day.

On the second day of the new year, Zhang Wei and Shirley walked around the county town for a day, but they couldn't find a real estate agency, so the two had no choice but to go home and discuss it further.

The house must be bought, especially after Zhang Wei saw the current living environment of his parents, he strengthened his determination to buy a house. But in this small county under the jurisdiction of a fifth-tier city, he always turns to acquaintances to build relationships when buying and selling a house.

They also rely on acquaintances to make connections, and Zhang Wei has been away from home for more than 20 years. In addition to being able to speak his hometown dialect, he is actually almost a "foreigner". It is really difficult for him to find a trustworthy acquaintance for such a big deal as buying a house.

Difficulty.

Moreover, Zhang Wei doesn’t want to let his parents know his plan so early. With his parents’ temperament, they will certainly not be willing to let their son “spend money.” They might as well use the money to pay off some of the mortgage. Zhang Wei’s parents know that he is still carrying a large amount of money.

The mortgage loan is over one million, so I am willing to suffer a little and hope that the financial pressure on my children will be less. This is the normal mentality of parents.

It's just that most parents ignore one point. As long as they can be healthy, it will reduce a lot of the burden on children.

Because of Zhang Wei's understanding of his parents, he planned to inform his parents when he was ready to buy a house, a bit of a "decision first, play later" mentality.

After a night of careful consideration, Zhang Wei decided to talk to Cao Daxin.

Cao Daxin, whose nickname is Xiaoxin, is Zhang Wei's childhood friend. In the past two years, he and Zhang Wei have borrowed money several times, but they have never paid back. Zhang Wei called several times to collect debts, but to no avail.

Gradually, the contact became less and less, and he did not contact Xiaoxin in advance when he returned home for the Chinese New Year this year.

However, Zhang Wei still trusted Xiaoxin. He comforted himself and said, it's not that Xiaoxin doesn't want to pay back the money, it must be that Xiaoxin has difficulty. After all, they are friends who have known each other for more than 30 years. Where is the friendship for so many years?

Tens of thousands of dollars can be easily shaken, but Zhang Wei selectively ignored why this brother's difficult life lasted so long...

"Ding dong, ding dong..."

On the morning of the third day of the Lunar New Year, Zhang Wei rang the doorbell of Xiaoxin's house. Xiaoxin didn't answer Zhang Wei's call that morning, so he decided to come to Xiaoxin's house to try his luck.

Soon the door opened, and it was Xiaoxin's wife Xiaoli who opened the door and was standing inside the door looking at Zhang Wei.

When Xiaoxin got married, Zhang Wei was on a business trip and could not come back to attend their wedding. However, he had seen Xiaoli's photo in Xiaoxin's circle of friends and recognized it at a glance.

"Is Xiaoxin at home?"

"What do you want from him?"

Xiaoli didn't know Zhang Wei, so she didn't answer immediately but first asked about Zhang Wei's purpose.

Zhang Wei introduced himself, smiled and handed the gift box he brought to Xiaoli. Inside was a box of White Rabbit toffees and several Shanghai snacks. They were all snacks for children and were Shanghai specialties prepared by Zhang Wei in advance.

Small gift package.

Xiaoli knew Zhang Wei, and after inviting Zhang Wei into the house, she went into the bedroom to call Xiaoxin.

Zhang Wei sat alone in the living room and looked around. The decoration of the house with three bedrooms and one living room was relatively old, and the layout had not changed much. It still almost maintained the same appearance as when Xiaoxin was single. It should have been more than ten years ago.

Back then, before we all got married, this house was our stronghold. A few of our best friends used to watch movies, play cards, and chat over peanuts and wine here. They spent many sleepless nights here. Now I think of it.

In those early years, Zhang Wei could not help but feel a little sad.

The ruthless knife of time has made people grow old, but it has also cut off the relationships of many close friends in the past. Among the brothers who were once like glue, only Xiaoxin is still in contact with him now.

One more...

"Zhang Wei, when did you come back?"

Xiaoxin combed his messy hair with his hands and came out of the bedroom. He had obviously just gotten out of bed and hadn't washed up yet. There was no surprise in his voice that he had expected to meet again after a long separation. Zhang Wei could not see how enthusiastic he was from Xiaoxin's expression.

It is inevitable to feel a little disappointed.

The two exchanged pleasantries for a few words. Before Zhang Wei could explain his purpose, Xiaoxin said to Zhang Wei with a bitter face: "I have been having trouble with everything in the past two years. Xiaoli spent a lot of money on surgery for cervical cancer the year before last."

, I did some work with my friends and got scammed, and now I still owe more than 100,000 yuan in foreign debt. Brother, your more than 40,000 yuan will be paid back to you as soon as I recover."

Xiaoxin misunderstood Zhang Wei's purpose, and at the same time, Zhang Wei understood why Xiaoxin didn't answer his call.

Zhang Wei currently has plenty of money, and he didn't intend to urge Xiaoxin to pay back the money this time. He just saw Xiaoxin trying to block him with words as soon as he opened his mouth. This made Zhang Wei feel chilled for a moment, but Zhang Wei was relieved immediately.

Every family has its own scriptures that are difficult to recite. Seeing the old decoration and furnishings of Xiaoxin's house, he could understand Xiaoxin. If a man has no money, he will lose confidence. The more times he owes money and is forced to pay, the more open-minded he will become.

Smaller.

What's more, it's a sad year, and it seems that there must have been a lot of people coming to collect debts before, otherwise Xiaoli wouldn't have shown a vigilant look when she opened the door before.

"Where is your boy?" Zhang Wei changed the subject.

"At his grandparents' house." Xiaoxin said intentionally or unintentionally: "Our whole family spent the Chinese New Year at my mother's house, and we haven't had a fire in the house for a long time."

Xiaoxin's parents' home is not far from his, so it's normal to celebrate the New Year together, but it's a bit puzzling to mention it specifically. Is this implying that the family can't even open the pot? Or are you afraid that Zhang Wei will stay for lunch?

Adults always have more to think about.

"The main reason I came here today is to inquire about the housing market in the county. I want to buy a house for my parents to live in..."

Zhang Wei smiled, then explained his purpose of coming, and briefly talked about his parents' situation.

"I know about this, and your dad is too easy to bully. If it were me who lived with your two uncles, I wouldn't pay them a penny for the demolition fee." Xiaoxin said indignantly, and at the same time, he was like

It's a relief.

Zhang Weidao: "My grandma is still here, and my dad is the boss..."

"Alas..." Xiaoxin sighed, expressing his understanding. He also understood that if he did what he said, Zhang Wei's grandma would be so angry that Zhang Wei's father and brothers would become complete enemies.

In fact, because Zhang Wei's grandma is still here, Zhang Wei's father and brothers can still maintain a superficial harmony. In fact, they are almost the same as passers-by in private. Even in Zhang Wei's eyes, he learned that his second aunt was fighting

Ever since he passed away from his mother, he has regarded his second uncle's family as enemies.

"At present, the houses in Chengguan Town in the county are relatively old, but the center of the county is convenient and the price is not expensive. A small second-floor apartment costs about 500,000 yuan. The buildings on the edge of the county are cheaper. A 100-square-meter house costs 200,000 yuan.

..." Xiaoxin gave a general introduction to the housing market in the county and asked: "What kind of house do you plan to buy? I can help you ask in the next two days."

Zhang Weidao said: "Regardless of the location that is too remote, it would be best to go near Chengguan Town in the county. My parents are old and in poor health. It's too far away and inconvenient, so I don't worry."

The small county is not big, and Chengguan Town is the old city and the center of the county. It has complete living facilities and is convenient for food, housing and transportation. At the same time, Zhang Wei considered that his uncle's family is also in Chengguan Town, so it is convenient for them to take care of each other, so he ideally

The choice is a house in Chengguan Town. As for the small second floor or the upper floor, Zhang Wei doesn't have much preference, as long as it is safe and convenient.

Zhang Wei has never considered his two uncles' families at all, and he has no extravagant expectations that those two families will take care of his parents. He is lucky not to cause trouble.

"Just a few years ago, I had a friend who wanted to sell a house. It was a small second-floor apartment next to the old gymnasium. I don't know if it was sold. I'll ask you later."

The old gymnasium in the county was demolished when Zhang Wei was in college, and several rows of small second floors were built later. Although the building is a bit old now, Zhang Wei is still very satisfied with the location. It only takes a quarter of an hour to walk to the county hospital.

The journey is also close to my uncle's house.

"Okay, please help me ask as soon as possible." Zhang Wei nodded, and then he hesitated and said: "My Spring Festival holiday is not long. If this matter is decided, I may need your help then.

Procedures, and I won’t let you work in vain, brother, and I will give you 20,000 yuan as your agency fee.”

Years of sales experience tell Zhang Wei that it is unreliable to expect others to do things for you wholeheartedly without a relationship of interest. The more you find a close friend to do things for you, the more you need to clearly explain your interests in advance. Being unclear is the most hurtful thing.

Besides, if you ask others for help, you will have to pay a favor afterwards. Rather than giving someone else an advantage, it is better to give it to your own brother.

"We are brothers. If I ask for your agency fee, wouldn't it be a slap in my face?" Xiaoxin patted her chest and said, "Don't worry, I will do my best to help you handle this matter..."

After chatting for a while, Zhang Wei left two hundred yuan of new year's money for his children and said goodbye.

Xiaoxin sent Zhang Wei to the intersection and apologized for not being able to invite Zhang Wei to stay for lunch. He also said that before Zhang Wei returned to Shanghai, he would be a host and invited Zhang Wei's family to have a meal. He also emphasized that Zhang Wei should be invited to stay for lunch.

Then bring everyone in your family with you.
Chapter completed!