Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

While feeling regretful, she was also proud of her man.

Being able to meet, get to know, and accompany him is the happiest thing in my life.

No matter what the future holds, Yingzi is already content.

He owed his family and his country nothing.

If I had to say something, it would be that I owe myself a lot, because I only care about others and have never enjoyed a single day of happiness myself.

Whenever Yingzi thinks about these things, she feels sorry for him.

Sometimes I complain to myself, "There are so many people in the world, why do I have to do everything?"

But these complaints are ultimately just temporary anger and worry.

"Eat more, this is a small piece of pork belly that I specially cooked for you."

"Eh."

Yingzi placed a small piece of meat on his chopsticks and watched him eat, resting her chin on her hand.

The wrinkles on his face seemed to be radiating a happy smile.

Yang Jianguo was enjoying his meal when he noticed that there were no bowls or chopsticks on the other side of him.

Looking up, he chuckled and said, "Why aren't you eating? What are you looking at me for?"

"Eat, eat."

Yingzi smiled and picked up her chopsticks, saying, "The way you eat makes my mouth water, and it makes me want to eat half a bowl more."

"Really? Then you'd better eat more."

This rare moment of peace was the time the two of them enjoyed the most.

After a few bites of food, they clinked glasses, took a few sips, and exchanged knowing smiles as their eyes met.

My heart felt as sweet as if it had been coated with honey, a sweet feeling that lingered in my mind for a long time, bringing endless joy.

Chapter 759 What was the point? Someone intercepted it.

The next day, Xiao Duan was standing at the door early in the morning.

"Dad, why are you leaving so early?"

Zhiyi, who had brought her child to eat, saw him come out of the house before she even entered.

"Something came up. Your mom made some hot pot soup. Come in and eat!"

"Oh, have you eaten?"

"I'm not eating anymore. Your mom saved some for me. I'll eat it when I get back tonight."

Before the words were even finished, the person had already disappeared into the yard. The neighbor across the street, Sha Zhu, opened his door and saw Zhiyi holding a child. He asked, "What's wrong? Didn't you have breakfast again?"

"No."

Yang Zhiyi was both amused and exasperated. People usually become more leisurely as they get older, but he was the opposite, getting busier as he got older.

In the past, this kind of thing happened only a few times a year.

It's almost become the norm now. I've only been back for two days, and there are already so many things happening.

"Sigh, being a big leader is really not easy."

Sha Zhu grinned and joked, "If you ask me, being a cook is much less stressful."

"Zhu Zi, the food is ready. After you finish eating, you still have to go to the market to inspect the goods, so hurry up."

From across the street, Ran Qiuye's urging voice could be heard from afar.

"Uncle Yang, what are you saying? You don't seem to have any more leisure time than my dad."

Seeing the smile on Zhiyi's face, Shazhu shook his head bitterly: "Tell me, what am I even doing this for!"

Picture what?

I have no choice in the matter; I can't back down even if I want to, and I'm even more reluctant to do so.

With such a large family business, so many people depend on him for their livelihood.

Besides, he's poured his life's work into this; are we just going to let him throw it away like that?

"Ugh, never mind, I need to eat something quickly, or I'll end up like your dad, going out on an empty stomach!"

Inside the black Volkswagen, Yang Jianguo closed his eyes to rest, his fingers rhythmically tapping on his thigh.

At this moment, his brain was racing, taking into account all the possibilities and situations, and going through all his experiences over this period of time.

After the car passed through the checkpoint and entered the imperial city, stopping in a parking space, Yang Jianguo had already prepared all his words.

"Minister Yang."

As soon as Yang Jianguo got out of the car, he was stopped by someone.

The visitor was the Second Elder's secretary, who said that the other party wanted to invite him over to report on their work.

Although, in principle, it should be reported to the Third Elder.

However, the economic work that Yang Jianguo had done before fell right under the jurisdiction of the Second Elder.

Therefore, it was only natural for the other party to ask him to report.

Besides, even if it weren't for the Second Elder wanting to know the situation, could Yang Jianguo have said no?

This is the difficulty for those in lower positions; any leader can boss them around.

Even if it's not the supervisor in charge, it's hard to refuse if you actually encounter it.

Because you never know when you might run into someone else's trap, and then even a simple cough could ruin everything for you.

"Okay, I'll go there now."

Yang Jianguo handed his briefcase to Xiao Duan and said, "Tell the Third Elder that I'll be right back."

"Okay, Minister."

Xiao Duan grabbed his briefcase and left, rushing ahead of him. The other man tried to stop him, but under Yang Jianguo's smiling gaze, he lowered his raised hand again.

If it were anyone else, he would have stopped them long ago, and a single reprimand would have made the driver slink back to his car.

But Yang Jianguo was no ordinary person; his brilliance was too dazzling.

Even the elders had to give him due respect. Yang Jianguo was undoubtedly a great contributor to the country's scientific and technological progress and industrial take-off, without exception.

He overcame countless difficult problems and broke through numerous technological barriers.

His connections span high-tech, cutting-edge technology, defense industry, and many other fields.

The foreign scientists who came to him for help almost obeyed his every word.

Whenever Yang Jianguo is mentioned, admiration is evident in their words, with one person stating, "Having a scientist like Yang Jianguo is a blessing for the nation."

His achievements are undeniable, his merits are undeniable, and his disciples, followers, and friends are spread across the entire important front.

Who would dare to underestimate such a meritorious official?

But why was the other party standing in the Third Elder's group? The secretary couldn't understand it at all.

Over the years, the Second Elder has diligently assisted the First Elder, and is also an expert in economic matters. He has made invaluable contributions to the country's current development.

But in the end, the leader chosen was the Third Elder, who was considered conservative.

"Minister Yang, what do you think of the results of the economic reforms?"

"Very good, although there are some flaws, it is good overall."

Objectively speaking, economic reform is a good thing. However, different countries have different circumstances. China has 14 billion people. If it truly closes itself off from the world and continues to rely on the "iron rice bowl" system, it certainly won't last long.

Although various problems have emerged since the reforms began, they cannot all be attributed to the reforms themselves.

Having a long history has both good and bad aspects.

Those old, outdated things have also been left behind as history has continued, such as the re-establishment of clan ancestral halls in some places in recent years.

It's not that we're not allowed to acknowledge our ancestors, but the aristocratic class is the root of corruption and must never be allowed to reappear.

Yang Jianguo kept this matter in mind and planned to talk to the Third Elder about it after the leadership transition was over, so that all those who were making a big show of revitalizing the country could be overthrown.

Factionalism and local tyrants are things that undermine the foundation of the regime and must never be tolerated.

"The Third Elder's decisions have always been relatively conservative. What is Minister Yang's opinion on this?"

Yang Jianguo, who was almost at the door, suddenly stopped, turned around and looked at the other person seriously, saying, "I think this kind of thing is not something a secretary like you should care about. Are the Second Elder's people really this unruly?"

shuh~

The secretary, who had overstepped her bounds, turned pale, and a light sheen of sweat appeared on her forehead.

He really went too far today.

"Little Huang, is Comrade Yang Jianguo here?"

The Second Elder's voice came from inside the house, easing the tense atmosphere outside filled with the smoke of battle.

"Minister Yang, I was rude. Please."

He nodded and invited him inside, and Yang Jianguo followed suit and entered the room.

Only after the door was closed again did the secretary dare to raise her arm and wipe the sweat from her forehead with her sleeve.

This Yang Jianguo is just too intimidating.

Facing his serious demeanor, I felt he was even more terrifying than the elders. If he continued to develop like this...

Who knows, one day he might remove the Second Elder from his position.

The secretary felt slightly uneasy, but dared not provoke the other party any further.

The affairs of these important figures are not something a secretary like him can get involved in.

It would be better to serve the Second Elder well and find an opportunity to leave sooner.

He was truly fed up with living in constant fear.

Chapter 760 A Lonely Man's Duty

"Comrade Yang Jianguo has arrived. Please have a seat."

Please have him sit down. The Second Elder then inquired about the gains he had made on this trip.

Yang Jianguo also reported to him, focusing on the real estate situation.

"The real estate market in the mountain city is very stable, and people live and work in peace and contentment. Although a house is a major purchase, everyone can still see hope and their happiness level is very high."

"The mountain city has always strictly enforced the rule that houses must be completed before they can be sold. Some unscrupulous individuals have tried various methods to collect payments in advance, but they have all been dealt with seriously."

After he finished speaking, the Second Elder calmly said, "I am aware of what you are talking about."

"But have you ever thought that all the real estate in the mountain city is being built by state-owned enterprises and institutions, and there are not a single private companies? This situation is abnormal."

“Elder, I don’t understand why this is considered abnormal. Our reforms, although they are called free markets, have been set from the beginning to be selectively open rather than completely free.”

“Private companies have the right to choose, and we should certainly have the same right. If they are unwilling to undertake the construction, then we are wrong to build it ourselves.”

"But what if all the housing projects in the country were built by state-owned enterprises? Have you thought about what might happen?"

Tax revenue plummeted, tensions between local and central governments intensified, and the recently loosened fiscal policy was tightened again, prompting capital to cash out and leave the market.

This is certainly possible, but Yang Jianguo believes that not all capital will withdraw as long as there is profit to be made.

It is entirely possible to cultivate a group of national entrepreneurs who can shoulder corresponding social responsibilities.

Of course, profits can be made.

But it shouldn't have come to this, leaving ordinary people with no hope at all.

Why is it that even after a lifetime of hard work, we still can't afford a house?

How can anyone so brazenly suggest that all employees should be laid off?

Why is it that some people can spend tens of millions on a single wedding and still have people applauding it?

Why is it that mine owners can spend money like water to buy things all over the world, while hardworking workers only earn a few thousand yuan a month?