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Once they decided to make braised meat, the group immediately got to work.

They found a way to make braised meat, learned how, and then divided the work among themselves.

Yan Bugui was in charge of bookkeeping, Qin Huairu was in charge of purchasing, and after the purchases were made, she and the three aunts worked together to complete the task.

Yi Zhonghai couldn't do anything but manual labor, like moving things around.

Having learned from their experiences running a restaurant and making steamed buns, the group didn't dare to cheat or shirk their duties this time.

The food is made with high-quality ingredients. Although the taste is a little lacking, the business is actually quite good because there are relatively few restaurants like this around.

Looking at their daily earnings, the group finally breathed a sigh of relief.

Now that they've made money, they no longer need to get up early and work late to make steamed buns.

Yan Bugui and his wife, along with Qin Huairu, were all very happy with their daily income.

These three people are willing to do anything as long as they have money.

The only one who was unhappy was Yi Zhonghai.

Yi Zhonghai is now somewhat obsessed, constantly thinking about retirement.

His biggest dream now is to become the matriarch of the courtyard house, just like the deaf old lady.

It's a pity he couldn't find someone as filial as him.

Although Qin Huairu was filial, her family was not well-off and she could not take care of him wholeheartedly in his old age.

Seeing that something was wrong with him, Yan Bugui went to Qin Huairu and expressed his concerns.

"Huai Ru, our business is doing pretty well right now. I reckon it will be even better before the New Year."

Now that everyone has more money, they're willing to eat meat.

Qin Huairu was a smart man and quickly understood Yan Bugui's meaning.

She resolutely provided security for Yan Bugui's secret stash of money.

"Don't worry, I'll talk to Lao Yi when I get back. We've worked so hard to build up our business, we can't let it get ruined."

Yan Bugui was satisfied. In the entire courtyard, there were only two people who could frighten Yi Zhonghai: a deaf old lady and Jia Zhangshi.

These two men can control Yi Zhonghai, but they can't make him obey.

Only Qin Huairu could make Yi Zhonghai obedient.

If Qin Huai intervenes, Yi Zhonghai will definitely behave.

"Don't underestimate our small shop. As long as we manage it well, it will definitely grow and thrive in the future."

In business, harmony brings wealth. You should advise Lao Yi to stop putting on airs.

Yesterday, my wife overheard many people on the street saying that when they come to buy braised meat from us, they have to be mindful of our attitude.

Some even joked that I should write a banner that says, "No one should beat customers without cause."

Nowadays, government-run restaurants and supply and marketing cooperatives are not doing as well as before because of poor service.

The fact that others are making fun of them like this shows their dissatisfaction with their shop. This will affect their business.

Qin Huai became even more concerned when he heard that it would affect his earning potential.

"Old Yan, don't worry, I guarantee I'll make Old Yi change his attitude tomorrow."

If it weren't for making money, Yan Bugui wouldn't have given Yi Zhonghai any advice.

It's all because of money.

They open at 10 a.m. and stay open until 7 p.m.

Back in the courtyard, seeing Xu Damao carrying a bag of meat, I felt somewhat displeased.

"Da Mao, where did you buy this braised meat?"

Xu Damao asked, "What happened to that shop on the street?"

"What's wrong with that? We just run a braised meat shop. As your neighbor, can't you buy from us?"

Xu Damao glanced at Yi Zhonghai: "Would you welcome me to go?"

After saying that, he ignored the group and went home with his things.

Yan Bugui gave Qin Huairu a wink, signaling her to persuade Yi Zhonghai.

He carried a bunch of things to the backyard. These were for Liu Haizhong.

After the braised meat shop was opened, Yan Bugui and Yi Zhonghai approached Liu Haizhong. After some persuasion, Liu Haizhong agreed to eat braised meat from them and buy it all from them.

Yan Bugui directly told Liu Haizhong that he could deliver the goods to his door.

Liu Haizhong agreed on the spot.

After that, every day, whenever there was any leftover braised meat, they would deliver it to Liu Haizhong. Now, Liu Haizhong's family eats braised meat at every meal, and they're almost sick of it.

When they saw Yan Bugui carrying braised meat in, Liu Guangtian and Liu Guangfu both rolled their eyes.

Yan Bugui, however, didn't think so. He laughed and said, "Old Liu, I've delivered braised meat to your family."

Today I left you a pig's ear, a piece of pig's large intestine, and some pig's liver.

It's all good stuff.

Five jin in total.

Liu Haizhong was also starting to feel a headache coming on, and he regretted agreeing.

Yan Bugui gave us five jin yesterday, and we haven't finished eating them yet; they're still in the refrigerator.

At the time, he was fooled by Yan Bugui and Yi Zhonghai, who promised to take care of their business.

But he never imagined he would have to take care of her every day.

If this had happened a decade or two ago, it wouldn't have been a problem; he could have eaten as much meat as he wanted.

Things are different now; there's so much better food outside, and so many more delicious options.

He doesn't want to eat braised meat every day.

Liu Haizhong was too embarrassed to say it, but his second aunt didn't have that concern. While Liu Haizhong and his son could still eat at restaurants, she could only eat braised meat at home.

My second aunt feels nauseous whenever she sees braised meat.

"Old Yan, the food you sent the day before yesterday, we haven't finished eating it yet. Don't send it anymore."

Yan Bugui thought to himself, "How can I not send a gift?"

They made so much braised meat that they couldn't sell it all in one day, and by the time they tried to sell it the next day, it didn't taste as good.

The remaining hair must be disposed of, and the bangs are the best place to do so.

"Sister-in-law, you can't say that. Your family is rich now."

How can we not eat something good?

"Okay, you cut this meat up, and I'll have a good talk with Old Liu."

The second aunt turned her head and glanced at Liu Haizhong. Seeing that he agreed, she took the braised meat and went to cut it.

Yan Bugui sat down and began to speak: "In the courtyard, your family, my family, and the Yi family are the only ones who have a good relationship."

Now that you've made money, shouldn't you patronize our business?

Old Liu, you're the second oldest in the neighborhood. Don't be like Sha Zhu, who looks down on us old neighbors after he got rich.

"That's called being rich but heartless, don't you think?"

Liu Haizhong nodded, still a little dizzy: "You're right. Sha Zhu has been heartless since he was a child. Whatever we old men do is for his own good."

He completely disregarded our good intentions.

Yan Bugui slammed his fist on the table: "Who says it isn't? Putting aside everything else, there's the matter of him being a leader in the steel rolling mill."

If only he had told us sooner that he had a good relationship with Li Huaide.

If he puts a good word for you with Li Huaide, with your qualifications and abilities, you'll at least be a workshop foreman.

Mentioning this, Liu Haizhong became excited: "You've really hit the nail on the head."

The reason I hate Shazhu is because he did something wrong in the first place.

We were his elders, and now that he's successful, he's forgotten about us. What else is that but an ungrateful wretch?

After saying that, Liu Haizhong wanted to have a drink, but when he picked up the glass, he found that it was empty.

He glared at the Liu brothers and said, "What are you standing there for? Hurry up and pour the wine."

Liu Guangtian quickly stood up and poured wine for Liu Haizhong and Yan Bu.

The two men drank and berated He Yuzhu. Under Yan Bugui's guidance, Liu Haizhong became particularly excited and drank quite a bit of alcohol.

After Yan Bugui had eaten and drunk his fill, Liu Haizhong had also drunk too much.

"Sister-in-law, it's getting late. Give me the money, I need to go home now."

The second aunt had no choice but to pay Yan Bugui money.

Yan Bugui took the money, burped, and left the backyard.

Liu Guangfu complained, "Mom, you should talk to Dad. Uncle San is obviously treating our family like fools."

He came to our house to drink and then asked us for money. That's outrageous! (End of Chapter)