Siheyuan: I just want to live

Rather than letting Hou Debang make aimless guesses like this, Chen Feng decided not to hide it anymore. He took a deep breath, frowned, and confessed to Hou Debang directly.

"Brother Hou, this is what happened. Look, the courtyard in Nanluoguxiang has become a ruin because of the earthquake."

"Most of the houses in that yard are owned by the street or the steel mill. But now with the earthquake, I'm sure the street or the steel mill are not well-off."

"So, I thought about taking over this mess and buying the yard from them with my own money."

"It's just that it's difficult for me to do this. After all, I don't have as many connections as you do in the city, and I can talk to everyone."

"So I came here today to ask for your help. I hope you won't refuse!"

After listening to Chen Feng's detailed explanation, Hou Debang suddenly understood and finally figured out the specific matter that Chen Feng came to ask for help with.

He narrowed his eyes slightly, pondered for a moment, and then opened his mouth confidently and responded: "Haha, brother Chen, the thing you said is not as difficult to accomplish as you imagined."

"Don't worry, I'll take care of it for you!"

Listening to Hou Debang's words, Chen Feng's originally uneasy face suddenly became like a flower blooming in spring. The corners of his mouth involuntarily rose, his eyes curved into crescent shapes, and his whole body exuded an aura of joy.

Then, Chen Feng opened his mouth impatiently and complimented Hou Debang repeatedly: "Oh my, since you, Brother Hou, agreed so readily, then I can rest assured!"

"I would like to express my gratitude to you in advance, brother! I will always remember your kindness and will repay you in the future!"

At this time, when Hou Debang heard Chen Feng's words of gratitude, he waved his hand casually, with a look of indifference on his face, and responded carelessly.

"Hey, brother, we are brothers. I told you long ago that there is no need for us to be so polite. Why do you keep thanking me? It's really too polite!"

Seeing Hou Debang's attitude, Chen Feng quickly nodded and said, "Yes, yes, yes! Brother Hou, you are right!"

"Look at me. In the excitement, I forgot our ironclad friendship. It was indeed my fault. I was too distant. I deserve to be punished!"

After Chen Feng took the initiative to admit his mistake, Hou Debang's slightly serious face once again broke into an amiable smile. While smiling, he gently patted Chen Feng's shoulder and spoke earnestly.

"Haha, that's right! We are good brothers who are as close as brothers. How can we keep thanking each other for such a small matter? Don't do this again in the future!"

After Hou Debang finished speaking, a trace of doubt appeared on his face. He turned his gaze to Chen Feng and asked softly, "Brother Chen, I know a little about your family's situation."

"Let's not talk about the courtyard you live in now. I remember clearly that you have another courtyard outside Dongzhimen."

"Logically speaking, your family doesn't lack housing, so why do you suddenly want to buy a house?"

Hearing Hou Debang's question, Chen Feng pondered in his heart. He knew that the old man in front of him would definitely not understand his thoughts at the moment.

After all, for Hou Debang, those houses that seem insignificant and may even be worth little at the moment will soar to hundreds of millions of yuan in price in a while.

However, how could Chen Feng tell anyone else about this kind of foresight? Even if it was Jin Ling, Chen Feng couldn't tell her.

After thinking for a while, Chen Feng decided to continue pretending to be bitter and helpless. He sighed and said, "Oh! Brother Hou, this is all because of too many children!"

"Look, I have four kids at home. They are growing up day by day, and it won't be long before they get married and have children!"

"When they get married and start their own family, there will definitely be new people in the family. The small house I live in now will definitely not be able to accommodate so many people."

"So I have to find a way. I'm thinking of buying a bigger yard first, so I can be prepared in advance!"

Hou Debang listened carefully to the reason stated by Chen Feng, which could barely be considered a reason, with a thoughtful look on his face. Then he nodded slightly to show his agreement.

In fact, he just asked this question casually because he was a little curious.

Hou Debang didn't care what the real motive behind Chen Feng's purchase of the house was. After all, it had nothing to do with him.

After all, it was Chen Feng himself who paid the house price, not Hou Debang.

Therefore, Hou Debang naturally followed Chen Feng's words and said, "That's right! When your children grow up and get married, the small courtyard you live in now will indeed seem a bit crowded."

Hearing Hou Debang agree with his point of view, Chen Feng couldn't help but feel emotional. He sighed and said, "Oh, everything is for the children!"

Then, as if he was lost in thought, Chen Feng asked another question: "Brother Hou, tell me, what is this person pursuing in his life?"

"Is it just to go through the process of getting married and having children, and then watch your children repeat the same path?"

Faced with Chen Feng's sudden and meaningful question, Hou Debang was stunned and didn't know how to answer for a moment.

Seeing that Hou Debang stopped talking, Chen Feng stopped asking questions and just sat there quietly. He took out another cigarette from his pocket, lit it, took a deep breath, and slowly exhaled the smoke.

The two of them remained silent, and the atmosphere suddenly became quiet.

After a long time, Guan Weiren was seen running hurriedly in small steps, and finally stopped in front of Chen Feng and Hou Debang, panting.

He didn't even have time to calm his breath, and quickly said to Chen Feng and Hou Debang: "Director Chen, Minister Hou, the grain has been loaded into the truck! Here are the specific loading data, please take a look."

As he spoke, he carefully handed over a folder that he was holding tightly in his hand.

At this moment, Chen Feng and Hou Debang, who were originally sitting on the ground, saw this situation and stood up slowly at the same time.

Chen Feng stood up and reached out his hand, took the folder steadily, and gently opened it to check. What came into view were the grain warehouse's delivery documents, which were densely listed with various detailed data information.

He carefully examined the numbers with a serious and focused expression. After a moment, Chen Feng reached into his chest pocket and fumbled for an exquisite fountain pen.

He skillfully removed the pen cap and signed his name on the receipt in a flamboyant manner.

After signing his name, Chen Feng handed the folder and the pen to Hou Debang who was standing beside him without any hesitation.

Hou Debang took the folder, quickly scanned the contents inside, and then picked up the pen without hesitation and left his signature on the document smoothly.

After signing, Hou Debang handed the folder and pen back to Chen Feng with quick movements.

After Chen Feng took it, he first carefully put the pen back into his chest pocket and put it away. Then he handed the folder to Guan Xinren who had been waiting beside him.

After Accountant Guan took the folder back, Chen Feng turned to Hou Debang with a smile on his face and said sincerely, "Brother Hou, you see that the grain has been safely loaded into the car now, so please set off and return to the steel plant as soon as possible!"

He paused, then added: "There are tens of thousands of mouths in the steel mill waiting for these life-saving food to fill their stomachs. Time is running out, I dare not keep you any longer!"

After hearing what Chen Feng said, Hou Debang nodded in agreement and said, "Brother Chen is absolutely right! I can't keep dawdling here. I have to hurry up and transport this batch of grain back!"

As they were talking, they saw a team of trucks loaded with grain driving out of the farm gate slowly and steadily like a long winding dragon.

The wheels rolled forward, making a slight roar, as if telling how important the mission they were carrying was.

Hou Debang watched the convoy approaching, and a sense of urgency surged in his heart. He immediately turned around and said goodbye to Chen Feng: "Brother Chen, since the car has already driven out, I won't stay here any longer, I have to hurry back to the steel plant!"

Upon hearing this, Chen Feng quickly responded, "Brother Hou, please be careful and drive slowly. I won't see you off!"

Hou Debang smiled and waved at Chen Feng, saying generously: "Okay, you don't have to see me off, just go and do your thing!"

Before he finished speaking, Hou Debang had already walked quickly to the front car, stretched out his hand and gently opened the door. Then, he climbed into the driver's seat and closed the door.

As Hou Debang got on the car, the car's engine roared low, and the truck full of hope and responsibility accelerated away, leading the entire convoy towards the steel plant.

Chen Feng looked at the departing convoy for a long time, until they gradually disappeared in the distance in front of the farm gate, then Chen Feng withdrew his gaze.