BTTS 309

 Chapter 309. Dare to do it or not

Lin Qing He was oblivious about this incident on the first day of New Year in the old Zhou family.

She and Zhou Qing Bai hadn't gotten up at this time. Third Brother Lin was a considerate person. He would usually arrive at around ten o'clock. Not too early.

On such wintry days, Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai naturally sleep in.

The couple was still messing around in the bed. Laughing and joking, not one bit acting decent.

Zhou Qing Bai had a twinkle in his eyes and put his arms around his wife to embrace her.

"It's seven o'clock. Time to get up." But Lin Qing He still had a little self-awareness. After all, it was New Year. How can they sleep in so late?

At any other time, they can sleep in. At this moment, forget it.

However, the couple still took their time and didn't get up until half-past seven.

Father Zhou and Mother Zhou slept in the next room. The two of them were chatting with others outside.

"Up now? Go brush your teeth and prepare for breakfast." Mother Zhou said.

After so many years, she became used to it and won't say a word.

Actually, Mother Zhou's heart actually ached for her youngest son and his wife.

They went to the capital to do their utmost. It wasn't easy. She heard that Fourth's wife had to prepare lectures until late every day, while old Fourth had to get up early in the morning to buy vegetables and open the shop.

How can the elderly not feel pained?

It was a rare opportunity for them to sleep more, so let them sleep more. Anyway. it was still early at the moment and there will be no guests coming.

Only neighbors, which weren't a problem.

Zhou Qing Bai and Lin Qing He went to brush their teeth and came over for breakfast together after they washed the bowl.

It was exactly ten o'clock in the morning when Third Brother Lin and his family came over.

After sharing sweets and snacks with their nephews and nieces, they let them go out to play.

Lin Qing He and Zhou Qing Bai chatted to Third Brother Lin and his wife.

After greetings, Third Sister-in-law Lin asked, "Third Sister, do you think our family can risk opening a convenience shop?"

"You can, but it's a bit of a hassle. You have to be psychologically prepared. After all, these neighbors will inevitably have to put it on the tab. You should know whether to give it or not." Lin Qing He said.

At this time, convenience was very profitable. The business won't do badly.

Third Sister-in-law Lin nodded. She hadn't thought about the issue of the tab. After hearing this, she kept it in consideration.

"You did a year of business last year, you should have a grasp of it?" Lin Qing He directed at Third Brother Lin.

Third Brother Lin smiled: "It's very profitable to do business."

Don’t look at how small these profits were, but if one accumulates it bit by bit and kept on going at it, it will not be less than the salary of working people. For example, the income during the winter was hundreds of yuans a month, which was higher than that of working people. That was more than a lot.

"Business is definitely profitable, but this kind of business will be eliminated. The reason why you can do this now is that many people still don't know the profit here. When they know, you won't be the only one. Also, people are watching you collect it. Believe it or not, they will copy you next year?" Lin Qing He said.

This made Third Brother Lin and Third Sister-in-law both stunned.

Third Brother Lin recovered calmly, and said, "Since I can do it, others can do it."

Third Sister-in-law Lin looked worried: "What to do?"

Seeing that the situation at home had improved, she didn't want to let her home go back to what it used to be. The time when they can't even bear to eat an egg.

Even if it wasn't so generous now, at least for now, she was willing to scramble a few eggs every day and occasionally have a meal with meat.

"Sister, do you have any suggestions?" Third Brother Lin asked his sister.

"Go to the city to set up a shop." Lin Qing He watched this couple and answered.

"Go to the city to set up a shop?" Third Brother Lin and Third SIster-in-law Lin were both surprised.

"That's right." Lin Qing He nodded.

"This...how does it work? We are country folks. How can it be so easy to go to the city to open a shop." After all, Third Brother Lin was used to staying in the village and flinched.

Even if they have made some money now, but they were still got the blood of farmers. It wasn't easy to change their thought wave?

"Aren't your brother-in-law and I also country folk? Now we have moved our household registration to the capital." Lin Qing He reminded.

"With the way we are, how can we compare with you, Third Sister." Third Sister-in-law Lin responded.

"That's why I will not force you to move to the capital. As for the city, I think you have to buy a shop and settle down. It just happens that the shops aren't too expensive. In the future, you may not necessarily be able to afford it when you want to buy it." Lin Qing He said.

This was still the early days of reform. Many people were watching and have not yet to test the water. Still, people’s noses were very sensitive. Once an opportunity is discovered, it is difficult to obtain a well-located store.

"Sister, once the shop is open, what should we sell?" Third Brother Lin asked.

"Isn't this easy? If there is anything you can eat in the countryside, you can transport it to the shop and sell it. But for the time being, it will be hard work for you. Wait for me to look around. If I can, I will buy a motorcycle for you. At that time, it will be more convenient." Lin Qing He answered.

Third Brother Lin gulped, and said, "Sister, I... I might not be able to buy a shop as I am short a lot of money."

Motorcycles, this was something that makes people's eyes blaze up. He had seen people driving them in the county city. It was very fast and majestic.

But at a glance, one tell it wasn't cheap. What need was there for it?

"Then won't buy the motorcycle first. As for the shop, I think it's a good time for you to buy it now. How much money do you have in your hands? I'll give you a consultation." Lin Qing He spoke.

Third Brother Lin had made a lot of money this year, but because they have built a new room for the children, there wasn't much left in the family.

Only three hundred or so.

"This money is definitely not enough to buy." Lin Qing He looked at Zhou Qing Bai.

"Lend some to Third  Brother." Zhou Qing Bai knew what his wife meant and said.

Lin Qing He looked at Third Brother Lin and stated, "Your brother-in-law said that he can borrow some to you. All in all, you can buy a shop. Tomorrow, my youngest sister-in-law and brother-in-law will come back as guests. Then I will enquire with them."

"Wait, Third Sister. Really, really going to open a shop in the city?" Third Brother Lin was still a little uncertain.

Even Third Sister-in-law Lin was the same.

"Aren't you stupid? Your brother-in-law is willing to lend you such a sum of money to open a shop. Do you want to collect chickens here for the rest of your life?" Lin Qing He said, "Listen to Third Sister. When had Third Sister let you suffer a loss? Only need to see if you dare to do it or not."

Lin Qing He really wished the best for her third brother. Her third brother wasn't the kind of person who forgets his roots when he develops. She also hoped that her third brother will live well in the future, instead of spending his entire life in the countryside with his back to the sun and face to the ground.

 That was too tiring.

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