By the time we finished eating, it was almost getting dark outside.
After cleaning up the mess, the women went back to the house, while Du Fei and Li Mingfei sat on a small bench outside, smoking and chatting.
The two of them chatted here and there without saying anything serious.
It was almost eight o'clock when Zhu Ting came over and shouted that Dad Zhu was back.
The two of them then returned to the house carrying the bench.
Dad Zhu has just come in. Although he has worked for a day and is almost 60 years old, he is inevitably a little tired, but he is in good spirits.
He nodded to Du Fei, smiled and said to Li Mingfei and his wife, "Xiao Min, Ming Fei is here~"
The two of them called "Second Uncle".
Li Mingfei knew that Father Zhu's time was precious, so he did not say any polite words and said directly, "Second uncle, I'm here today. I want to report something to you."
Dad Zhu said "Hmm" and said, "Come to the study room."
Du Fei watched from the side, feeling a little strange.
Dad Zhu's attitude towards Li Mingfei was obviously different from his attitude towards him.
This is probably the difference between son-in-law and niece-in-law.
At this moment, Dad Zhu looked at Du Fei again and said, "Xiao Du, you are coming too."
Du Fei immediately said "yes" and followed Li Mingfei.
Li Mingfei's heart moved. Although he had seen before that the relationship between Du Fei and Zhu Ting was basically settled.
Unexpectedly, he made it clear that it was work, and Du Fei could follow him in. This at least showed that Dad Zhu recognized Du Fei's ability.
The three of them entered the study, and Du Fei closed the door behind his back.
Father Zhu did not go to the desk, but went directly to the sofa and said, "Xiao Du, make a cup of tea, the same as last time."
Du Fei said "Hey" and quickly went to the cabinet next to the door and took out the tea can.
Last time when Dad Zhu and Minister Xu came back, Du Fei made tea for them.
He already had an amazing memory, and he paid extra attention back then. Even though it had been some time, he still remembered what kind of tea he was using.
At this time, if Du Fei forgets and asks about tea, or makes his own decision, he will make a mistake.
He just doesn't pay attention to details and doesn't do things with his brains.
Undoubtedly, it will lose a lot of points in Dad Zhu’s heart.
Du Fei didn't hesitate at all, he reached out and picked up the tea jar, washed the tea and made tea, all at once.
After a while, the tea was poured.
Before this, Dad Zhu and Li Mingfei had not talked about anything and did not regard Du Fei as a waiter.
When Du Fei finished his work, Dad Zhu raised his hand and motioned for him to sit down.
Last time it was Minister Xu who could treat Du Fei as a waiter, but Li Mingfei who came today did not have this qualification.
Du Fei sat down and listened silently while Li Mingfei talked about business.
In fact, when Li Mingfei arrived just now, Du Fei more or less guessed his purpose.
Sure enough, opening your mouth is the business of the steel rolling mill.
Li Mingfei is ready to remove Factory Director Yang.
I came to Dad Zhu today for two purposes.
The first is to ask for opinions to see if the time is ripe; the second is to get some help.
The most important thing is that it can help withstand some pressure.
After hearing this, Dad Zhu did not directly express his opinion. Instead, he looked at Du Fei and asked, "Xiao Du, what do you think?"
Du Fei was not surprised.
Ever since Father Zhu called him in just now, it was as if he had entered the examination room.
After thinking for a while, he said, "Uncle, I think Brother Li's arrangement is very appropriate and the timing is quite good. According to the current situation, it will be difficult for Director Yang to make a comeback..."
Dad Zhu was noncommittal, took a sip of water, and said calmly, "That's it? Where's Lao Xu's side?"
Du Fei paused, glanced at Li Mingfei, and then said, "I I think you don't need to think about it.
At critical moments, Xu will not speak for Factory Director Yang."
Dad Zhu could hear some interest, "Oh? Tell me about it."
Du Fei said, "Director Yang is a conservative technical official. Judging from his arrangement in the factory, although he has some methods, his overall view is too poor and he has lost the initiative."
As Director Yang's direct opponent, Li Mingfei couldn't help but nodded.
Agree with Du Fei's assessment.
Du Fei continued, "In addition, Xu was transferred to Beijing the year before last.
I had been in the south for many years before, with my roots outside and too little time to take care of myself..."
Although he is Factory Manager Yang’s old boss, the relationship between the two parties is not very close, so Factory Manager Yang is just holding on to his feet temporarily, fearing that he won’t be able to hold on.”
After hearing this, Dad Zhu smiled and said, "Mingfei, what do you think?"
Li Mingfei has always been in trouble, and immediately reached the limit of his acting skills. He exclaimed, "Since ancient times, heroes have been born in young men!"
Du Fei hurriedly said humbly, "Brother Li, please don't praise me. I'm just talking about this with words and without decision-making costs. It's the same thing. If I were in your position, I would definitely do everything possible to prevent small-probability incidents.
"
The smile on Dad Zhu's face subsided and he said calmly, "Yes, I am very clear-headed. Since ancient times, miraculous calculations and eloquent talk are nothing. I remember watching the Three Kingdoms when I was a child, and felt that Zhuge Liang was particularly powerful. He burned Bowang, fought with the Confucian scholars, and was careless.
The boat borrowed arrows and the east wind to capture Jingzhou."
Dad Zhu took a breath and recalled the past. "I was very puzzled at that time. Zhuge Liang is so powerful, why didn't he become the lord himself? Why did he help the coward Liu Bei who always cried? I'll ask my dad."
As he spoke, he glanced at Du Fei and Li Mingfei, "My father said that the master is not that good~ Zhuge Liang can't do it, his character is not good, and his courage is not enough... I didn't understand it at the time. It wasn't until twenty years later that I gradually understood the meaning of this.
"
Du Fei and Li Mingfei were both listening, but each had different feelings and thoughts.
After waiting for a while, Li Mingfei solemnly said, "Second uncle, I understand."
Du Fei glanced at him, wondering what he understood.
It is estimated that Li Mingfei may not really understand anything, but Du Fei did not hear any hidden meaning.
But now that I understand, the conversation is over.
It was getting late, so Li Mingfei and Zhu Min didn't stay long before saying goodbye and leaving.
She said she was going back to Zhu Min's father's place to see her.
After sending the two of them off, Du Fei was called to the study again.
When Zhu Min and the others left, there was no need for Zhu's father to get up to see him off. When Du Fei came back, Zhu's father had already moved behind the desk.
He is wearing glasses and looking down at the material.
When Du Fei came in, he raised his head and motioned for him to do it first.
Du Fei said nothing, sat on the sofa where he was just now, picked up the newspaper next to him and read it.
After about twenty minutes, Dad Zhu finished his work. He raised his head and took off his glasses and said, "Xiao Du~"
Du Fei said "Hey" and put down the newspaper.
Without Li Mingfei around, Du Fei was much more relaxed than before.
Dad Zhu really likes Du Fei's state. There are usually too many people tense around him.
"What do you think about Ming Fei?" Dad Zhu stretched his arms and relaxed.
Du Fei understood that he couldn't talk about the situation at this time, so he thought for a while and said, "There is definitely no problem in the direction, but it is a bit too hasty. If it were me, I would wait a little longer and take action now... I am afraid I will be the first to take the lead."
Dad Zhu said "hmm" and then sighed, "Mingfei has good vision and ability, but unfortunately his concentration is still a bit lacking.
I can't bear my temper at critical times. I have to wait until liberation to do business and set up factories, so I have a good hand."
Du Fei also quite agreed with Zhu’s father’s assessment.
In business, innovation and risk-taking are important, but in business, stability is more important.
Dad Zhu changed the topic and asked, "What about you? What do you want to do in the future?"
Du Fei was stunned for a moment, not expecting that Father Zhu would ask this question directly. ??
This is to let Du Fei determine the direction of development for workers, peasants, businessmen, students, and soldiers.
Du Fei frowned slightly, thought carefully and said, "Uncle, I don't want to go anywhere for the time being."
"Oh?" Dad Zhu raised his eyebrows and gave Du Fei a deep look, "Are you going to imitate Zhuge Liang and work hard in Nanyang until you visit the thatched cottage three times?"
Du Fei hurriedly said, "Don't amuse me. How dare I compare myself to Kong Ming with just a few kilograms? In fact..."
At this point, Du Fei hesitated and said, "Uncle, I'm still young. Even if I wait another ten years, I'll still be thirty."
Dad Zhu instantly understood what Du Fei meant.
Do not use it as a hidden dragon, or it may leap into the abyss.
Let’s connect again to Du Fei’s views expressed twice before.
This is to wait for the world to change.
"You are so sure, there will definitely be changes?" Dad Zhu's eyes narrowed slightly, and the red and phoenix eyes passed down from his family were a bit intimidating.
Du Fei said firmly, "I will definitely..."
After leaving Zhu's house, Du Fei returned to the courtyard. It was already half past eight.
In summer, it gets hotter and hotter at night.
The yard is becoming more and more lively.
The weather was hot and the room was stuffy. It was after eight o'clock and there were still many people gathering in the central courtyard to enjoy the cool air and chat.
Du Fei came in through the hanging flower door, but unexpectedly saw a person, it turned out to be Mr. Wei!
He was sitting next to Yi Zhonghai, drinking tea and smiling.
When Mr. Wei saw Du Fei, he immediately stood up and called out, "Leader Du, you are back~"
The sound was loud now, attracting many people to look over.
Du Fei smiled and said, "Third Master, don't be joking. What kind of leader am I? When did you come?"
Mr. Wei smiled and said to Yi Zhonghai, "Old Yi, I'm going over first~"
Yi Zhonghai stood up and greeted each other with a smile, "Hey, Third Master, you are busy."
Mr. Wei came to Du Fei and said with a smile, "I haven't been here long, I just happened to have a chat with Lao Yi and the others."
Yi Zhonghai and the aunt next to him heard it and curled their lips secretly. It didn't take long. They had been waiting at six o'clock. It had been almost two hours.
When Du Fei was repairing the house, Yi Zhonghai and his wife knew Wei Duzi's skills. Of course, it was impossible not to know how powerful Mr. Wei was.
At this moment, they saw Du Fei pushing the cart towards the backyard, and Mr. Wei was half a step behind, following suit every step of the way.
The identities of the two are obvious at a glance.
Yi Zhonghai and his wife couldn't help but look at each other and thought, "How powerful is Du Fei?"
People like Mr. Wei have to be careful with you!
When we arrived at the backyard, it was much quieter than the middle courtyard.
Du Fei parked the car, went into the house with Mr. Wei, and turned on the electric fan.
I bought this ‘Watson brand’ antique electric fan at a trust store a while ago and it finally came in handy.
Du Fei said, "Third Master, please sit down first and I'll pour you some water."
Mr. Wei Sanye hurriedly said, "Don't be busy, I drank a lot just now."
"That's okay~" Du Fei smiled and glanced at the clock on the wall, "It's indeed getting late, so let's keep the story short?"
Mr. Wei said "Hey" and immediately talked about his relationship with Zhang Jian.
Du Fei went to the trust store during the day and didn't meet Mr. Wei.< br>
In the afternoon, Mr. Wei returned to the store, and Yang Weiguo immediately told him that Du Fei was looking for him.
Mr. Wei just got off work and ran over after taking a bite of rice.
Unexpectedly, it was all in vain.
And after Mr. Wei Sanye told him, Du Fei also knew what happened to Zhang Jian.
The so-called half-disciple is actually Zhang Jian taking the initiative to curry favor with Mr. Wei.
Zhang Jian's family was also a member of the Cao Gang before liberation, but his status was relatively low and far out of reach of Mr. Wei.
It wasn't until after the liberation that I came to work at the trust store and discovered that Mr. Wei was also here.
At this time, although Caogang is gone, some old people from the past still have old relationships.
Mr. Wei is still someone he can't afford to offend.
Zhang Jian was also smart, so he simply waited in front of Mr. Wei in the name of a Caobang disciple.
Deliberately letting others think that his relationship with Mr. Wei is extraordinary.
Mr. Wei also has a clear mind and has seen many such people.
But he was also happy to do so, and people like Zhang Jian wanted to use him as a false pretense.
Why isn't he using these people?
Otherwise, he is just a has-been old man, who would know who he is~
It's just that Mr. Wei didn't expect that Zhang Jian would be so bold as to dare to kill people!
Du Fei listened patiently.
After Mr. Wei finished speaking, he said, "Tell me about that brand. What's going on?"
Mr. Wei had already made preparations, and Yang Weiguo had revealed something to him before coming.
He hurriedly said, "Leader Du, I heard about this matter from hearsay, so I can't be sure..."
In fact, he just explained his relationship with Zhang Jian just to set the stage for now.
Tell Du Fei that Zhang Jian will not tell him everything.
Du Fei said "Hmm" "You tell me~"
Mr. Wei Sanye said, "Speaking of this matter, it was still in the former Qing Dynasty. When the Qing Dynasty was about to fail, although Prince Yikuang of Qing had a very good relationship with Yuan Shikai, he was not afraid of ten thousand, just in case. It is said that except for the existence of foreign countries, The money in the bank, as well as a large amount of gold and silver treasures, antiques, calligraphy and paintings, worth hundreds of millions! He hid them secretly."
"Later, during the Xinhai period, President Yuan was short of money. He and Yi Kuang were old acquaintances. Knowing that Yi Kuang was rich, he used the name of rebel soldiers to raid Prince Qing's palace. As a result, except for some frivolous money, he didn't gain much! Qing Qing The huge wealth that the prince had amassed for decades was all gone..."
Du Fei frowned slightly as he listened.
At the time when the war was in chaos, such rumors could not be accurate at all.
It is very likely that the rebels divided the money directly from top to bottom without saying anything to the outside world to confuse the public.
But at this time, Mr. Wei revealed another situation.
"It must have been thirty years since I said this. When my father was still alive, there was an uncle in the gang who was the leader of Tongzhou." Mr. Wei gulped and said, "One time he came to our house for dinner and talked to my father. I was a little drunk and mentioned one thing."
Du Fei became more energetic when he heard this.
Mr. Wei Sanye said, "At that time, he said that ten years ago, he took over a business and used a small boat to transport goods from the North Canal. At that time, he said that he was transporting machine parts, but the escorts on the other side were all carrying guns, and the boxes were not only extremely heavy. , and they all have seals attached..."
It wasn't until around 9:30 that Du Fei sent Mr. Wei away.
Lying down on the Arhat bed again, I thought back to what Mr. Wei had just said.
The reason why Mr. Wei related the matter of transporting goods to Prince Qing.
It is said that a brother in the gang at that time saw an escort lifting his clothes to reveal a waist tag.
It's exactly the kind of gilt bronze waist badge that Zhou Dalong wants to sell!