Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

It seems like there's really no difference!

However, in Yang Jianguo's eyes, these were already secondary.

The most important thing now is tax reform, whether it can rein in the runaway real estate market.

How to balance the benefits of the imperial city and the local areas in a way that satisfies everyone.

It is the most important event in the next few months, and countless people are worried sick about it.

And how many covert battles and seemingly uneventful clashes and confrontations have occurred?

Chapter 563 The Big Boss, He's So Envious His Eyes Are Red

That night, Yang Jianguo talked with Runye's second uncle in the hotel restaurant.

The two talked about the difficulties faced by both the capital and the local areas, and they both expressed deep feelings about it.

Tax reform is a good thing for the country and its people, but for local governments it is a painful process that leaves them feeling ripped out.

We need development and an economy, but the local economy is being drained dry.

What can we use to develop? Is empty talk useful?

Why did the elders personally lead the team to discuss tax reform with each region individually?

Because the capital city also understands how difficult this is for the local areas.

Currently, tax reform has taken away 80% of the funds.

Local residents are full of complaints, with people at all levels lamenting that they can't get their jobs done.

"The higher-ups can afford to pay salaries, conduct research, and strengthen the military, but the local areas are so poor they can't even afford to cook."

We're not strangers, and I'll tell you the truth: I, as the local official, haven't received a single penny in two months.

My wife has to handle all the household chores, from cooking to cleaning; it's so frustrating!

Upon hearing these words, Yang Jianguo was at a loss for words.

If land isn't opened up, people won't even have enough to eat, and they won't be able to pay wages. How can we talk about development then?

He suddenly realized that even knowing how things would develop, he still didn't have many choices when faced with a decision.

Should we just let the local areas fend for themselves?

Forget about development, they'll even overturn the pot on your head.

"What are your views on land reform?" Yang Jianguo didn't rush to express his opinion, but asked him to continue.

Runye's second father stared at the warm-colored chandelier above him, his gaze unfocused as he drifted into reminiscence.

"I just want to do some practical things for the people in a down-to-earth manner. As long as the people can have enough to eat and wear, that's a good thing."

You have to consider the situation at each moment in order to make the most advantageous judgment at that time.

Nothing in this world is perfect.

Land reform can enable local areas to have money for development, road construction, infrastructure construction, expansion of reforms, and provide better conditions for the people.

In his view, this is a good policy.

As for whether anyone will abuse their power for personal gain, or whether things will get out of control in the future, those are things for the future to decide.

You're telling a starving person that this is a protected animal and can't be eaten?!

He could kill you too, believe it or not.

"You've thought things through quite well." After talking with him, Yang Jianguo's worries suddenly disappeared.

Yes, any policy, whether good or bad.

We must look at the execution process, rather than simply drawing conclusions based on the starting point.

As long as it can be restricted and adjusted according to the actual situation, the desired result will surely be achieved.

The right to intervene is retained to limit the increase in land prices.

Eliminate shared areas and strictly control pre-sales.

The capital city can introduce its own policies to support conscientious enterprises that focus on building their brands, have social responsibility, and drive development.

With strong policy support and financial backing, the industry can be brought back on track at a relatively steady pace.

Strict control over corporate debt limits, local protectionism… diversified development…

Stern criticism of 'unicorn' behavior…

Various thoughts flashed through my mind. This journey is long and arduous!

The wedding took place as scheduled, but Yang Jianguo and Yingzi acted like outsiders throughout.

It wasn't that the in-laws were being negligent, but rather that sense of alienation from being able to fit in was something that couldn't be ignored no matter how hard you tried to.

Watching his son, who was chatting and laughing at various tables, beaming with pride.

Yingzi's eyes inexplicably stung; her son was truly leaving her this time to live on his own.

The psychological disconnect is far more heartbreaking than reality itself.

He pulled her into a strong embrace. "I'm here for you. You should be happy that your son has married such a wonderful wife."

"Happy, yes, happy."

Yingzi smiled through her tears, her heartfelt joy and the sadness of parting alternating.

After eating and drinking to their hearts' content, a group of young people excitedly shouted, "Wedding night! Wedding night!"

These are all Zhiyuan and Runye's friends and colleagues; the young people here are much more active than these old guys.

"Dad, Mom, I'll take them to see the new house." Zhiyuan was surrounded by people, his face beaming with smiles.

"Go on, go on, drive carefully." Yingzi waved her hand, overjoyed for him.

Zhiyuan is usually a quiet person when it comes to excitement, but you can tell how happy he is just by looking at how happy he is right now.

For Yingzi, being able to witness this scene was enough.

"Sister, I'll go with them, or we might go to the wrong place again."

Li Aimin was also someone who loved to join in the fun, and he went out with a group of young people, making a lot of noise.

Seeing this, Li Lan was both amused and exasperated, "How old are you? Why are you still acting like a child?"

“It’s good to be like a child, it’s fun, haha.” Yingzi said, laughing first.

Guests came and went, and the restaurant was busy until three or four in the afternoon before it finally quieted down.

All the leftovers were packed up and cleaned up.

The relatives who came to visit all secretly took them with them when they left.

They also took almost all the cigarettes and alcohol, and Runye's parents didn't look too happy. This was too embarrassing.

Yang Jianguo and Yingzi pretended not to see anything.

I told them in advance and went to the child's new house. It's best for outsiders to stay out of family matters.

In the detached courtyard, a group of people were taking a rare stroll around.

All her playful mood vanished, and she dragged Zhiyuan along to act as her tour guide, exclaiming, "Yang Zhiyuan, your entourage is way too much!"

Zhiyuan was actually quite surprised; his uncle had arranged things far too lavishly.

But at this moment, he could only agree and thank his uncle, saying, "It was all arranged by my uncle. This is my first time here."

"Is your uncle a big boss?" someone asked with envy.

Yang Zhiyuan nodded, which was taken as an admission.

It's hard to deny it, as no ordinary person could put on such a grand show.

Seven rooms, a two-story building, the rooms are covered with brand new small tiles, and the walls are white.

Brand new furniture and finely crafted partitions, all to make the room look better.

This money was spent...

So lovely.

But if it were me, I probably wouldn't be willing to do that in my entire life.

Where else would you find something so fancy just for the sake of looking good?

Only big bosses with money can pull off these kinds of things.

The women surrounded Runye, their words filled with envy.

"Runye, what exactly does Zhiyuan's family do? This is too luxurious."

"You bet! I'm so envious of you."

"Stop talking. Does your Zhiyuan still want a concubine? I'm willing."

"Take one with you, take one with you..."

"Hey, what's wrong with you all? Speak properly... Runye, what do you think of me?"

"Ha ha…"

Runye could only laugh foolishly at the teasing, wondering if these words were a joke or a way of revealing her true feelings.

She probably knew what was going on, but she said it anyway; women these days are really bold with their words.

But she wouldn't do anything reckless; even if she herself is shameless, her family still has a sense of honor!

If she were to become someone's concubine, her legs would have to be broken first!

Chapter 564 Human Relationships and Deep Love

The commotion in the new house lasted until after 10 o'clock, when a group of people left in twos and threes.

When they left, they all looked somewhat drunk.

Of the two cases of Moutai that Li Aimin specially brought for his nephew, only four bottles remain.

Everyone, regardless of gender, drank quite a bit today!

It wasn't that I was trying to take advantage of the situation; it was just a joyous occasion with good things to offer.

Who wouldn't want to have a few more drinks and miss out on this opportunity?

Whether we'll ever be able to drink it again, nobody really knows.

So this is already considered restraint, otherwise there wouldn't even be any of those four bottles left.

After tidying up all the trash, Li Aimin asked Zhiyuan to come with him to the door.

He opened the trunk and was taken aback by the six cases of Moutai piled up inside. "What are you looking at? Move them!"

"No, Uncle, why are you giving me so much wine? I don't like drinking it."

Zhiyuan was both amused and exasperated. What did I need so much wine for?

"If you don't drink, your colleagues won't drink, and your boss won't drink?"

Everyone has social obligations; it's just that you don't care about these things. But what about Runye... Runye's parents... her second uncle? Don't they have any pride?"

"Once you're married, you won't just be Yang Zhiyuan anymore; you'll also be someone else's man, someone else's son-in-law."

Your dad doesn't like to drink either, but when have you ever seen him come over and not mention alcohol to your grandpa?

Yang Zhiyuan was speechless and obediently bent down, picked up the box, and walked back.

That's absolutely true. There's no doubt that he will stay in the Northwest region for the next few years.

Due to social interactions, there must have been close ties between He Runye and her family.

As an elder, how could the son-in-law visit empty-handed all the time?

I don't expect you to bring something every day, but you should at least be prepared with proper etiquette during holidays and festivals.

Just like his uncle said, his dad never went to his maternal grandfather's house empty-handed.

Runye, who had just made the bed, saw that they hadn't returned yet, so she came out to check as well.