Back to the 70s: My Childhood Sweetheart Spoils Me Rotten-Chapter 708 - 710: Confucian Business

Cao Na rushed out excitedly, "Ni Zi, I didn’t expect the place you used to live in was so nice."

"And the bathroom is amazing, and I’ve seen the room you lived in, such a big bookshelf. I heard from Guang Ran that it used to be filled with books."

It really should be shown to those who looked down on Gong Ruini, to see where Ni Zi grew up; so what if it’s rural, who in Beijing has such a large and comfortable bathroom.

Even the bookshelf is so big. Previously, Cao Na wondered why Gong Ruini knew so much, but now she doesn’t think it’s a problem, that’s because Gong Ruini really read many books.

"Yeah, this is the benefit of living in the countryside." Previously, Gong Ruini would keep things hidden, but now there’s no need; things will only get better in the future.

"If it were in the city, I wouldn’t dare." The house is small, making it easy for people to see inside and report, which is convenient. "In the countryside, though people may speak roughly, there aren’t many with bad intentions."

Gong Ruini had previously been in a more complex environment, but after spending so many years in the countryside, she felt that her ability to play different roles had diminished significantly.

These heartfelt words made Cao Na strongly agree, "Yes, in those years, it was hard to deepen friendships even with friends."

Cao Na didn’t know how her parents dealt with things, just like she and her sister were constantly reminded to not act excessively and to be careful with their words, otherwise, it would bring trouble to the family.

Thinking about how Gong Ruini grew up in such a free environment, Cao Na did feel a bit jealous, why didn’t she have such a good deal.

But that was just a thought. Not everyone has the courage to come to the Northeastern Rural, and although it sounds like there are many activities here, in winter when there’s thick snow, one cannot go out or communicate with people for a long time, Cao Na couldn’t accept that feeling.

"Then we’ll stay in that house today."

"Then the twins will stay with Brother Xu Ran in my uncle’s old room."

"My brother and Guang Ran, along with Jia Ming, will stay in Aunt Zhan’s place."

This time, since it’s to train these youngsters, only adults like Cai Meina came along. Actually, if Gong Ruzhi hadn’t come here, she probably wouldn’t have come.

Were the rooms arranged by Gong Ruini? Shouldn’t they listen to Aunt Cai’s arrangements?

Cao Na knew Gong Ruini and they could take care of themselves, but she was surprised they were like this even in Aunt Cai’s place, is this really okay?

Even her older sister, growing up, would consult their parents before making decisions, but here it seems unnecessary, it’s really strange.

Cai Meina was used to it, "Then I’ll take Xiao Zhi to sleep."

Perhaps some parents might feel that if children arrange everything, it makes them seem powerless, but to Cai Meina, it’s quite normal, and it saves them a lot of energy.

Ah ah, "My parents, though, are not at ease." Including this time when her sister went out, there were countless worries, various reminders, if it weren’t for their jobs which they didn’t want to affect adversely, I bet her parents would have followed along.

Not at ease? "What’s there to be unsure about?" Gong Ruini knew she couldn’t say much more, these days there were so many uneasy parents and elders, always thinking children lack experience, would make mistakes, and should listen to them.

"If you don’t make mistakes, you won’t know what to do."

"Only when people make mistakes do they realize what’s not good and improve in the future." Zhao Xuran finished tidying up the beds for Ban Xia and the others, then entered the room to find Gong Ruini and the others still chatting.

"Also, we’ll go to the village for a meal later, the village chief uncle is treating us." Zhao Xuran remembered something.

Ah, Uncle Jian Country is treating them to a meal? Why, Gong Ruini didn’t understand. "Why are they treating us to a meal all of a sudden?"

"Thank you, you forgot, we helped promote a lot of stuff for the village."

"Oh." Gong Ruini understood, after they went to Beijing, they helped promote herbal medicine which was profitable, but also promoted mushrooms, which was purely voluntary, but helped improve village life a lot.

With the educated youth returning to the cities, many villages declined, but not this one; life became increasingly prosperous, with few idle people in the village. If they weren’t planting herbs, they were hunting mushrooms, just busy with various tasks. So this time they returned, of course, they’d be shown some gratitude, and the best way is to treat them to a meal.

Gong Ruini didn’t think there was anything bad about this meal; it was something they deserved, and they could discuss further cooperation with the village.

Gong Ruini didn’t expect everyone in the village to remember their kindness, just one or two grateful people would suffice; getting pesticide-free Northeastern rice in the future would be great.

"Incidentally, talk to them about promoting rice to Beijing." Zhao Xuran said this meal wasn’t that easy, as it came with an agenda.

Ah, are they going to sell rice? Can this be managed? Gong Ruini got used to eating Northeastern rice and after they ran out in Beijing, the rice they had to purchase didn’t even compare, even when marketed as good rice, Gong Ruini still couldn’t get used to it.

Thankfully, the convoy traveling to Beijing would bring some rice, otherwise, she wouldn’t adjust. But if they wanted to ship Northeastern rice to Beijing, that cost would rise, would Beijing even accept it?

These days, whether civil servants or otherwise, they served the public, and even the affluent dared not flaunt excessively. So, with such expensive rice, Gong Ruini genuinely worried about a loss.

"What are you looking at?" Seeing a dazed expression on Gong Ruini, Zhao Xuran tapped her nose, feeling an urge to touch her smooth face, but with people around, he didn’t dare.

Especially since Cao Na often observed his interactions with Gong Ruini. Though she wasn’t one to gossip, he remained cautious to prevent any unexpected situations.

"It’s uncle’s plan, he said after many people tasted Aunt Wan’s food, they said it was delicious." These days, it’s not that there aren’t wealthy people, it depends on whether they can encounter them,

Though they might not meet them, for Wan Qiweng, it’s quite normal.

Otherwise, how would they carry out their plans so methodically? Since they are starting the rice business, they naturally take care of their own people.

WORD heaven, Gong Ruini knew her uncle wouldn’t just dabble in petty endeavors, but didn’t expect he had his eyes on Northeastern rice early on. Though her uncle’s businessman traits became more obvious, he still counted as a learned merchant, not overly exploitative, so she should lend a hand.

When Cao Na heard they were planning to sell Northeastern rice in Beijing, she was excited, "Let me know then."

After tasting the rice from the Gong family a few times, Cao Na couldn’t forget the flavor, but she couldn’t inquire too much, lest they think she wanted the rice.

But now there’s no need to worry, once this rice reaches Beijing, they could buy it for their home.

Wow, this business is promising, even before being shipped to Beijing, they already have customers, and given the connections of the Cao family, how could this rice business not thrive?

Gong Ruini really felt reluctant to pass such a good business on to Cai Ming, even though he’s her uncle, things need to be clear, right?

Hmm, once back, she must discuss this with her uncle, of course, they could not muddle through, even with relatives, written records should be kept to facilitate better cooperation in the future.