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Chapter 31 The uncle who did something wrong

Qiu Jianshe said, "Your grandparents are illiterate, and your second uncle never goes out. The demolition team usually stays in Xiaozhang Village across a mountain. I don't know where your great uncle got the news from, and when the demolition team came, he pretended that the house was his."

"They have the same surname and are related, so they didn't do a thorough review and registered his family. When the demolition approval comes in, they will issue a letter of introduction. With the letter of introduction, his family can get a household registration. I heard from my classmates in the commune that the approval is on the way."

Chen Suniang snorted coldly, "They did something bad and were afraid of being exposed, so they lied and said that our feng shui was suppressing theirs and asked to exchange houses. Their house was renovated beautifully, and your grandfather was pestered by their family and almost fell in love with them."

"Your great uncle is really a smart guy. He never mentioned this matter in the village, thinking that after the house is exchanged, he can do it legitimately!"

Qiu Huoming was stunned. His eldest uncle had been telling him that his aunt had obtained a household registration due to her work and Qiu Sheng had also moved to the city. It turned out that they were all smoke screens.

"The commune has crossed out his name from the registration. I'm afraid Qiu Sheng won't be able to go to school in the city."

In the 80s, children’s household registration followed their mothers.

The eldest sister in the room poked her head out and rang out in a clear voice: "They deserve it!"

"You deserve it!" the younger sister also shouted.

"Your uncle knew that the matter was exposed and was afraid that we would sue him, so he insisted on sending us two chickens that were still laying eggs."

Qiu Huoming frowned, Qiu Jianshe glanced over, he raised the corner of his mouth and said: "You kid, are you still angry? In our rural areas, we believe in giving in. We are all from the same family. Are you really going to send them to jail? Your great uncle made a mistake, he won't go to jail. Your grandfather still has to stay in the village. If he goes too far, he will be criticized..."

"Don't worry, we won't pursue this matter, but someone will."

"Dad, grandpa's house was demolished. Is there any compensation?"

"Yes, those who are willing to stay in the countryside will be given a piece of land to build a house. Those who are willing to transfer their household registration to the city will be allocated a house in the county town and a job quota. If your third aunt is willing to move to the city, we will give her the job."

In the previous life, my aunt worked in a coal factory, so I guess this job opportunity is also from the coal factory.

Qiu Huoming finally felt relieved. He glanced at Qiu Jianshe and realized that his cheap father was quite knowledgeable about the ways of the world when he was not being stubborn.

After changing from farmers to non-farmers, they become registered as urban residents. They no longer have to buy negotiated grain and can eat commercial grain, which can save a lot of money.

He also understood his eldest uncle's thoughts. If he really dropped out of school and went to work in the factory, the job would fall on his aunt, and his son Qiu Sheng would be able to enter Wucheng Middle School. Even if he knew the truth later, it would most likely be mediated by someone and the matter would be left unresolved.

It's a good thing this matter was made public, otherwise it would be hard to say if it was really a behind-the-scenes operation that became an accompli.

People feel especially happy when good things happen. The next morning, Chen Suniang stuffed one dollar into Qiu Huoming's pocket, and the eldest and youngest sisters each gave him fifty cents.

The smiles on everyone's faces never stopped throughout the morning.

Qiu Jianshe took a bite of the pancake and asked Chen Suniang while eating, "Suniang, what should we do with the chicken?"

"Leave one at home to lay eggs, and I'll take the other one to the market to sell in the afternoon." Chen Suniang finished her breakfast in a hurry, then hid in the firewood shed and cleared an area.

Today is Friday and she has half a day off, so she can go sell chickens.

Qiu Huoming finished drinking the milk, chewed a pancake wrapped in egg, and went to school with his schoolbag on his back.

On the way, we met Zhang Yougen who was riding a bicycle. He squeezed the handbrake with a "squeak" sound and said, "Don't forget to eat tonight."

Qiu Huoming called out obediently, "Brother Yougen, I remember."

"Do you recognize the Propaganda Department building? It's located in the old state-owned restaurant across from it. You can go there directly after school."

The Propaganda Department was not far from where his father worked, so Qiu Huoming naturally recognized it.

"Okay, I'll let my sister-in-law spend the money."

Qiu Huoming was extremely happy to be able to have a good meal and replenish himself.

Zhang Yougen pushed hard with his feet and the car quickly merged into the traffic flow.

Qiu Huoming felt a little envious, he used to be a car owner, and now... He touched his chest, the slightly bulging area where the oil paper bag was, which made him feel at ease.

When we crossed the stone bridge, we met Ding Yu. He was buying meat buns at the door of the old-fashioned bun shop. On the side wall of the shop, there were big words written: "Serve the People".

Ding Yu was holding the oil-paper bag that his boss had prepared. When he saw Qiu Huoming, he took out a bun and stuffed it into his pocket without saying a word. He also took the initiative to explain his behavior, "My mom and dad went to the provincial capital. I have to eat outside these days."

"1 cent each, it's a steal!" Qiu Huoming took the meat bun and glanced at the price tag next to it, and complained.

"It's so delicious! I took a detour to buy it." Ding Yu took a big bite. There was a lot of filling inside, and the aroma immediately overflowed after he bit it open.

Qiu Huo had been craving for it since morning, so he ate a big bun in just a few bites. The pork was fragrant and chewy at this time, and the dough was well-seasoned, which made him feel full when he ate it.

"Another one?"

"No, I've already had breakfast at home." Qiu Huoming touched his stomach. He wasn't being polite, he really couldn't eat any more.

"I'll need the tape recorder for a few more days. I'll return it to you on Monday. I hope your brother didn't say anything."

Ding Yu took a sip of soy milk. "He knows you're in business, but he didn't say anything. He also said you're smart and asked me to learn more from you."

"What your brother said is so true." Ding Hao immediately felt more comfortable in Qiu Huoming's heart.

Ding Yu rolled his eyes, "Have you finished your English homework? Lend it to me to copy."

"I've written it and will give it to you when I get back to class. The preliminaries will be in June, so you need to study hard."

"Look at the dark circles under my eyes?" Ding Yu sighed, "It's not that I don't work hard, but I feel it's risky."

"There are still more than two months left. If I try my best, it would be good to get into a junior college."

Ding Yu nodded, and suddenly his eyes lit up and he shouted, "Student Gu!" A girl wearing a goose yellow sweater and a black cotton vest with dark patterns came out from the alley in front. When she heard the call, she supported herself on one leg and turned her head to look over.

"What a coincidence." Ding Yu trotted a few steps and handed over the paper bag in his hand. "This is the most famous old bread in Wucheng County. I guarantee you'll want to eat it again after you eat it."

Gu Xiaoran raised her lips and said, "I really didn't have breakfast." She turned over and got out of the car. Qiu Huoming was very sensible and held her Phoenix 26. "You eat, I'll push the car."

She took out a meat bun and gave the rest back to Ding Yu, "One is enough."

"Is there no one to cook in your family? It's the same in my family. My mother is not at home, and the family is paralyzed..." Ding Yu muttered.

"My parents are not here. I live with my relatives." Gu Xiaoran took a bite of the meat bun and nodded in agreement, "Sure enough, it's chewy."

Qiu Huoming was a little surprised. This meant that County Magistrate Gu was not her father.

My family, thank you for your follow-up reading. It has been a great help. I will ask Huo Ming to give you some refills:)