Marriage is not just a matter between two people, but also a matter between two families. What's more, it is still the 1980s, and there are very few people who can make their own decisions freely.
If others knew that Song Wenjing was kicked out of the fertilizer factory and was now just making a living collecting rags, it is estimated that no matter how generous the parents are, they would not agree to their daughter's marriage. Unless you are willing to fall out and break up with the family.
Not just in the 1980s, but even in the 21st century, if you say you are a rag collector, the possibility of gaining respect from others is probably relatively low.
"Hello, cousin. Song Wenjing and I were classmates in junior high school and high school. Are you injured? Is it serious?" Yang Lili behaved very appropriately and generously.
"It's just a little thief. He got a cut on his arm. It's not as serious as they said." Zhou Yiping said lightly.
"Song Wenjing, I want to go see my colleagues. You know our textile factory. Come and visit me when you have time!" Yang Lili took the initiative to make an invitation.
From the inside, she did have that vague feeling towards Song Wenjing.
They had just graduated at the time, and neither of them was able to get into college. But Song Wenjing found a good job right away, and even went to tell Yang Lili specifically.
At that time, Yang Lili was also happy for Song Wenjing. Their family's situation was average. It was indeed a happy thing to be able to find a good job in the city.
Later, his father asked the village party secretary for help, and Yang Lili found a cashier job in a textile factory in the city. For this, their family paid a certain price.
Of course, it was not convenient for her to talk to others about this. After all, her family was already heavily in debt because of her work.
Today, she unexpectedly met Song Wenjing in the hospital, which made her extremely happy. That hazy feeling came to her heart again, and she hoped to get along with Song Wenjing.
Song Wenjing was a little embarrassed to say it, and he was still struggling with whether to tell Yang Lili that he had left the fertilizer factory.
Seeing that Yang Lili was about to leave, he finally failed to tell her about his situation. He was really worried that the other party would look at him differently when they heard that he had started collecting rags, and maybe the two of them would part ways from now on.
Worrying about gains and losses is Song Wenjing's current mentality.
In fact, this phenomenon is normal. Think about people nowadays, working hard in the city. Every time during the Chinese New Year or class reunion, no matter how bad your life is, you will always dress yourself up on that day. Boys will always be there.
I put a pack of good cigarettes in my pocket that I usually can’t bear to buy.
The main factor is self-esteem. Everyone hopes to be respected by others.
Some people may feel that it is a bit fake or disdainful. But in fact, it is true. Not everyone can deal with it calmly, especially in front of the person they love.
Song Wenjing, who was usually quite clever and smart, was obviously acting a little abnormally today.
"Uh, okay, Yang Lili. I will definitely come over and find you when I have time." Song Wenjing replied with a smile, and did not mention the matter of collecting rags for the time being.
There are still outsiders here today, and it is not convenient for the two of them to say some things, so they can only make an appointment to find time to get together again.
Yang Lili left with a trace of doubt in her heart. She felt that Song Wenjing today was a little different from before. In the past, whenever she called him, he would run over enthusiastically and greet her.
But today, for some reason, I always felt like there was a slight gap between the two of them.
She didn't know if this feeling was right. Maybe it was because she hadn't seen each other for a month, so she felt a little unfamiliar, Yang Lili comforted herself. After all, they used to meet each other every day in school.
Little did he know that thirty years had passed between Song Wenjing and Song Wenjing.
After meeting again thirty years later, Song Wenjing had mixed feelings, and at the same time it was a bit difficult to express. Naturally, there was a kind of alienation. Even if this alienation was not intentional on his part.
"Do you like me?" Zhou Ping walked up to Song Wenjing with a smile, and patted his shoulder hard with his remaining hand.
"You still have to find a serious job, otherwise you may feel that you are not worthy of them. Moreover, if other people know that their daughter has found a rag collector, they will definitely not agree. You must be mentally prepared for this.
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Song Wenjing didn't know what his cousin said. It's just that he couldn't share his biggest secret with others.
If he doesn't seize the time to make money now, in a few years, when policies change and the economic situation changes, he will not have the capital to gain greater benefits.
He is not like some people who have great family connections and can earn wealth that others cannot earn in a lifetime with just a piece of paper.
He, Song Wenjing, could only rely on his own hands and accumulate step by step. This in itself was helpless.
Song Wenjing had his own ideas, and he didn't want to change them. Although it was a bit hard to talk about it in front of the person he once admired, this matter needed to be resolved after all.
However, how to solve it still needs to be considered.
"Cousin, let me think about my work. Don't worry too much. Besides, I'm only 18 years old. It will be a long time in the future, so you can just let me practice in society for a while.
.And although I am having a hard time now, I can indeed make some money, which at least can help my family a lot."
Song Wenjing first dealt with his cousin's situation so that he would not use his favor to help him find a job.
At this time, Yan Bin had already finished queuing up for registration and was walking over, planning to take Yi Ping to the doctor.
At this time, Zhou Yiping's arm was no longer bleeding. However, the wound was seven to eight centimeters long and looked a bit scary.
The doctor checked and found nothing serious. But even so, he had to sew five stitches before the problem was resolved. And before the stitches were removed, he couldn't get wet.
August is the hottest time of the year, and you basically need to take a shower every day. And in this kind of weather, how can you not sweat. This makes Monday even more difficult.
Since Song Wenjing was fully involved in this case, he needed to return to the police station to record a detailed confession.
It was almost twelve o'clock at this time, and none of the three of them had eaten yet.
In the 1980s, the streets were not like now. There were restaurants everywhere, and you could eat at any time you wanted.
If you want to eat at this time, you can either go home and cook it yourself, or go to the workplace canteen to see if there are any leftovers.
Song Wenjing originally thought that in a few years, opening a restaurant in the city would be a good business.
But after thinking about it, I finally gave up this idea. If you really open a restaurant, it's white and black, and there are probably not a few people who come here to get free food or a free note. If there is no one to help support, don't cause trouble for yourself.
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If Zhou Yiping were the head of the institute, or had an official position in the bureau, Song Wenjing might be able to show off his power. At least no one would bully him face to face.
But with just one policeman, what he can do is still limited, and he might even cause inconvenience to Zhou Ping. Song Wenjing doesn’t want to trouble his cousin many times, and he already owes a lot of favors from the past. Even if he helps this time,
My cousin was busy, but he couldn't offset everything he had done before.
Song Wenjing went outside the hospital and bought a few sesame seed cakes for the three of them to satisfy their hunger. Then, he went directly back to the hospital and recorded a confession.
When he was about to pack up his rags and choose to leave, Director Qian had already completed his interrogation work and walked out.
I learned from Director Qian that the culprits had all confessed.
This guy not only stole wires this time, but also committed crimes several times before. It's just that he never left any evidence.
According to Director Qian, those who destroyed state public property, violently resisted the law, and injured state law enforcement officers would probably not be released for more than ten years.
After receiving Director Qian's reply, Song Wenjing felt relieved.
If you just deal with it as a petty thief, maybe it will come out in a year or two. If this guy holds a grudge and seeks revenge on himself, then he will lose more than he gains.
It's easy to block an open shot, but hard to guard against a hidden arrow. Who knows if this guy will really come for you.
But now, according to Director Qian, it will be at least ten years, so he doesn't need to worry about anything.
Ten years is not a short period of time. Things and people have already changed by that time.