Boss, He’s Becoming a Father [Arc 1] Chapter 29.2: The Prodigal Son (56)
Shao Dabao now makes money as a salesman, and the speed at which he saves strokes has improved a lot, but it is still difficult to eat enough at one time at home, so every time he is greedy for meat, he spends money on it himself.
But the meat outside is never as good as Shao Yu’s.
Among all the meats Shao Yu makes, the braised pork is the best. Therefore, every time Shao Dabao accumulates enough strokes, he always exchanges a meal of braised pork with Shao Yu and eats it to his heart’s content, without knowing of the marriage he almost caught.
In the blink of an eye, the new year is approaching, and Shao Dabao’s salesman business is getting better and better. He has traveled all over the city. Once mentioned, it seems that there are acquaintances of him in any alley. For several months in a row, he didn’t make a single mistake either.
This year, Shao Dabao has changed from his previous decline. His face is rosy and he looks like a successful person.
Shao Yu handed two red envelope to Shao Xiaocao and Amao.
Shao Xiaocao happily accepted it.
Amao said, “Dad, please keep it, I’m not short of money.”
Shao Yu only said: “I will give it once a year, and I will continue.”
Seeing this scene, Shao Dabao didn’t say anything and could only comfort himself. He was now a man with income and didn’t need Shao Yu’s red envelope at all.
Although he comforted himself in this way, the sourness in his heart could not stop coming out.
This year, Shao Yu mostly persuaded him. When he didn’t dare to make big mistakes, Shao Yu didn’t embarrass him, just set the rules little by little. Let Shao Dabao know what can be done and what cannot be done.
Shao Dabao may still be the same Shao Dabao, but his body seems to have inertia. When faced with some traps, he can always get around them with instinct.
If he can’t get around, Shao Yu will be “friendly” and let him go around on his own initiative.
Shao Yu walked up to Shao Dabao, handed over a red envelope, and said, “Well done, keep up the good work.”
When Shao Dabao saw the red envelope shaking in front of his eyes, he felt that everything in front of him was so blurry, and even Shao Yu’s voice sounded so unreal to his ears.
When Shao Dabao took the red envelope, it felt like a dream, he even looked at Shao Xiaocao beside him and asked, “Sister, is this really what dad gave me? ”
Shao Xiaocao didn’t hesitate at all, and pinched Shao Dabao directly. She didn’t use too much force, but she still pinched Shao Dabao clearly. Only then was he sure that he really got a red envelope from Shao Yu.
“How is it? Is it true?” Shao Xiaocao asked with a smile.
Looking at his sister who was smiling cheerfully in front of him, Shao Dabao felt inexplicably happy. He would never admit that his change of mentality was all because of Shao Yu’s red envelope.
Because Shao Yu made a start, Shao Dabao’s heart moved, and when everyone was not paying attention, he ran into his room, and when he came out, he directly handed a red envelope to Shao Xiaocao.
“Take it, this is for you from brother!” It was the first time that Shao Dabao gave red envelopes to others, which was also a very new experience for him.
Shao Dabao thought he would be reluctant to part with it, but the moment he gave it away, he was only proud. This was the money he earned with his own ability. Now he is the only one in the family besides Shao Yu who has the strength to give red envelopes to others.
Amao on the side looked at this scene with a smile. He had seen all Shao Dabao’s struggles in the past year, and the changes now were also very obvious.
Shao Dabao glanced at him, took out another red envelope, and said in a low voice: “You have worked hard in studying.”
As soon as Amao was about to refuse, Shao Dabao said: “If you don’t accept it, you are looking down on me!”
Amao had no choice but to accept it, thinking about going back to buy some snacks that Shao Dabao liked.
Shao Dabao dug around again and took out a red seal again, with some confusion on his face.
After a long time, he moved with small steps, approached Shao Yu, and carefully handed over the red envelope.
Shao Dabao looked at Shao Yu nervously, fearing that he would throw cold water out of his mouth.
Shao Yu did not refuse, but stretched out his hand to take it and said: “After living for so long, this is the first time I have received this from a junior.”
After hearing this, Shao Dabao suddenly felt his heart beating like it was about to jump out of his chest. He said without thinking, “I will give it to you every year from now on so that you can also enjoy the blessing of having a son.”
Shao Dabao had said this to his parents before, but at that time he was just trying to coax more things from his parents through sweet talk, but this time, he was particularly sincere.
Although it was hard to walk around the streets this year, Shao Dabao felt that it was very worthwhile. The money in his pocket was real, and every penny was earned by his real skills, which made him feel particularly at ease.
Even the people who have always been most afraid of suffering and tiredness, still want to wait until the new year to start their business in the countryside.
During the Chinese New Year, it was rare for Shao Dabao to show filial piety. Naturally, Shao Yu would not throw cold water on him, but praised: “My son has grown up and knows how to be filial.”
Shao Dabao only felt that today was the happiest day for him in more than 20 years.
Shao Yu continued: “Since you are sensible, it is time to get married.”
Shao Dabao blushed immediately, but soon thought of his current situation. Although he made some money, he was still far from the number of betrothal gifts for marrying a wife.
Shao Dabao didn’t have any crooked thoughts about making Shao Yu pay. He was educated by Shao Yu several times, and he completely stopped thinking about this matter.
“Wait another two years. When I earn enough money, it won’t be too late to propose marriage at that time.” Shao Dabao said.
Shao Yu just smiled and said, “You can wait, the girl can’t wait anymore.”
“But I haven’t saved enough money yet.” Shao Dabao was a little disappointed, not realizing what Shao Yu meant.
Shao Yu said: “Some people want a generous betrothal gift, and some people want a small betrothal gift.”
“With a small amount of betrothal gift, wouldn’t it be like raising a girl in vain? What are they trying to do?” Shao Dabao asked in disbelief.
This is the custom today. When most lower-class families marry a daughter, they have to receive a large betrothal gift. Most of the time, this money is used to subsidize the natal family, and sometimes the girl is taken back to her family.
Everyone is accustomed to this kind of custom, and they don’t think there is anything wrong, so Shao Dabao asked such a question.
“Trying to figure you out.” Shao Yu said with a smile.
Shao Dabao was surprised. After a year of social training, he had a clearer understanding of himself. He seemed to be in disbelief and asked: “Trying to figure me? For what purpose?”
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Awwwnnnn, Shao Dabao has grown up a little bit
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