Chapter 151 Second Uncle is back! (asking for monthly ticket)

On New Year's Eve, Li Changhe and his wife were very busy.

It’s not a good thing to live too close to my father-in-law’s house. I have to eat twice a day.

Although the two families live close to each other, they did not get together on New Year's Eve this year.

So Li Changhe basically ate half full at home, and then went upstairs to eat another half full.

As for Zhu Lin, he ate upstairs.

After the meal, my father-in-law and Li Lishan were called to go to the next-door neighbor's house to play cards.

What’s better this year than last year is that the Spring Festival holiday has been resumed.

Before the Spring Festival, the country had not clearly stated that there would be a Spring Festival holiday.

As a result, two days ago, People's Daily published two letters from readers.

Why is there no holiday during the Spring Festival?

Let Farmers Have a Stable Year

As soon as the two letters were issued, they took effect immediately and the whole country began to have a unified Spring Festival holiday.

In fact, in recent years, it’s not bad for people in the city to eat commercial grain. Even if there is no holiday for the New Year, there is still a sense of the New Year.

The peasant class suffered the most. Every Spring Festival, they had to engage in large-scale agricultural campaigns and carry out farmland construction. In the middle of winter, not only did they have to work, but some even had to eat and sleep in work sheds.

No wonder Xiaogang Village has to subcontract the land to each household.

Li Lishan went out to play cards, and Shen Yuxiu didn't stay either. She carried a bag of melon seeds and peanuts and went to visit someone's house with Liu Shuwan.

Anyway, they are all neighbors and colleagues, so we can just chat after dinner late at night.

From time to time, the sound of firecrackers could be heard in the open space outside.

Unlike last year, there are obviously more people setting off firecrackers this year.

Especially some families with children got some firecrackers for their children.

There were continuous crackling sounds outside.

Since both sets of parents were out visiting each other, it was convenient for Li Changhe and Zhu Lin. They no longer had to run back and forth and could just watch TV on the sofa at home.

What is being broadcast on TV is this year's Spring Festival Gala.

Even though we have seen it live several times, it was still quite interesting for two people to watch it, because there is a difference between watching it on TV and watching it live.

The bullfighting dance is still hot, but at Li Changhe's reminder, the clothes have been slightly changed. Although it is still close-fitting, hems have been added in some places, so at least it can be seen that there is clothing.

As for the specific effect of what was seen on the black and white TV, Li Changhe had no idea.

And the final dance was just as planned, with Gai Xiaoling and her male partner's ballroom dance in the center of the camera.

As for Zhu Lin and Gong Xue, Teacher Yang still gave them a few shots.

"Hey, Changhe, let's dance a little bit. There's no one at home now anyway."

Watching the ballroom dancing scenes on TV, Zhu Lin became interested again.

One of her recent pleasures is teaching Li Changhe to dance.

After all, ballroom dancing is divided into men's steps and women's steps, and the steps of the two are different.

She danced with Gong Xue, and because Zhu Lin was tall, they all danced male steps. Relatively speaking, she preferred to dance female steps.

Besides, ballroom dancing is performed by both men and women, and she would rather dance with Li Changhe.

"In the middle of the living room then!"

The living room in the middle is not very large, especially with the sofa and cabinets, there is only a little space in the middle.

"Okay, come on!"

Zhu Lin pulled Li Changhe to the middle of the living room, and then the two of them danced softly to the music coming from the TV.

Li Changhe didn't know how to dance originally, but after being taught by Zhu Lin so many times, he gradually learned it.

However, he only did this dance to cooperate with his wife, and he was not very interested in it.

The narrow space forced the two men to dance slowly, but as they got closer and closer, Li Changhe could no longer hold back.

"Damn, dancing!"

Zhu Lin felt the heat from Li Changhe's breath and spoke softly.

But the next second, the dance could no longer continue.

What kind of dance is this? It's really boring.

If you are tired, sit on the sofa for a while!

Fortunately, today is New Year's Eve after all, and they have to be on guard against their parents coming back at any time, so the two of them just snuggled up to each other.

"I knew it was not proper."

After taking a deep breath, Zhu Lin pinched Li Changhe lightly, feeling both angry and happy.

He was clearly dancing, but as he was dancing he became unserious.

"Look, can you blame me for this? We were so close to each other, I couldn't help but have some thoughts."

Li Changhe also felt very aggrieved. They were dancing so close to each other, how could anyone want to dance properly?

"I'm telling you, dancing is not something a decent person should do. Look at those men and women dancing. Nine out of ten times something will happen to them while they're dancing."

"Nonsense, according to you, foreigners dancing is not proper?"

When Zhu Lin heard what Li Changhe said, he said with some dissatisfaction.

Li Changhe smiled and said, "Look at those foreigners dancing. They are all in the hall, many of them gathered together."

"Yup!"

Zhu Lin nodded. It’s like that in movies.

"Do you know why?"

"Ah? Why? Because there's a lot of space and we can dance freely?"

Zhu Lin thought for a moment and said hesitantly.

"No, it's because there are too many people. If there are one or two couples missing, no one will pay attention to them."

"Those men and women who couldn't hold back did bad things secretly."

Li Changhe said with a smile.

This has happened a lot in movies in the previous life, where people would go upstairs to find their rooms while ballroom dancing in the hall.

"Let me tell you, foreigners' ideas are much more open than ours. Take a look at those European literary works."

"Those nobles look for mistresses, and noble ladies also look for lovers, or keep mistresses. It's very chaotic."

"How did the nobles get to know each other at that time? Men couldn't flirt with women openly, so they came up with aristocratic balls, which are just ballroom dances."

"Men and women come into contact with each other openly, and then admire each other like a blind date. If they are attracted to each other, they will hook up."

Li Changhe started talking to Zhu Lin at this time. Of course, he didn't know the origin of ballroom dancing, and a lot of it was just made up by him.

But Li Changhe felt that this was essentially the case. The fundamental driving force behind social development was women and power, especially that of the Western aristocracy.

"If you say so, then this dance party will become a pornographic venue."

Zhu Lin said with some surprise at this time that she had never thought about these things before.

"What do you think? Just wait and see. If word of this dance spreads tonight, nine out of ten people who attend dances again and again will get into trouble."

"If you walk by the river often, you will get your feet wet. Men can control them once or twice, but if it happens too often,

“Isn’t that a crime?”

Zhu Lin asked in shock.

"It's a crime, but think about it, when people get emotional, they can't be rational anymore."

"On the other hand, even if a crime really happened, how many lesbians would be brave enough to report it? Do you think people would scold her or the criminals?"

In a social structure where Confucian civilization has been passed down for thousands of years, debauchery and humiliation are the most serious moral accusations.

"I'm telling you, if your classmates or friends like to attend those kinds of dances, you should stay away from them."

"People like this are afraid of the worst."

"I'm afraid of those who, after being abused, will give up and keep dragging others into the water. Be careful, or they will hurt you."

At this time, Li Changhe seriously instructed his wife.

The dance party was really harmful to people. Li Changhe was very clear that in a few years, several major sexual assault cases would break out in both the capital and the Magic City.

Based on Li Changhe's understanding of the news media, the number of real victims is probably more than what is reported. A group of participants were all shot, including some children of high-ranking officials. Li Changhe was shocked when he saw their identities. It is conceivable how serious this matter is.

"Don't worry, I'm not going. I won't dance with another man."

Zhu Lin lay on Li Changhe's body and spoke in a low voice.

She just likes dancing with Li Changhe.

Li Changhe touched her hair and sighed in his heart.

It all started in 1979, with the reform and opening up, and all kinds of evildoers came along.

Starting this year, educated youth will return to the city on a large scale.

The trend of dancing parties is also about to spread.

An era of both opportunities and challenges has completely begun.

As the two were chatting in soft voices, the sound of a key turning at the door was heard, and Shen Yuxiu and the others had returned.

Now that the Spring Festival holiday has come and the trend has changed, some traditions have returned, such as staying up all night to see the New Year in.

I waited until twelve o'clock, and sure enough, the sound of firecrackers was heard outside.

"Changhe, go down and set off some firecrackers too. It's a new year, a new beginning."

At this time, Shen Yuxiu said to Li Changhe that they also bought firecrackers.

"Row!"

Li Changhe found a box of matches and picked up firecrackers.

"I will go with you!"

Zhu Lin also put on a military coat and said with a smile.

Girls also like to play setting off firecrackers.

I went downstairs and found an open space. In the darkness I could see some people not far away setting off fireworks, making crackling sounds.

Li Changhe placed the firecrackers on the ground and then lit them with a match.

Then he ran back.

When the firecrackers exploded, Zhu Lin suddenly dived into Li Changhe's arms. Li Changhe used his sleeves to protect her head to avoid being hit by flying debris.

Then, Li Changhe and Zhu Lin went upstairs again. In addition to their own family, their father-in-law's family also had to release the gifts.

Sure enough, my father-in-law and his wife were also staying up all night to celebrate the New Year.

When Zhu Lin took the key to open the door, the couple was just about to go to bed.

"What are you two doing here so late at night?"

"I'll help you set off firecrackers. I remember you bought some."

"I'll take it down and release it with Changhe."

Zhu Lin said with a smile, and then started to pick it up himself.

"Here it is!"

Liu Shuwan brought the firecrackers to her from the balcony.

"Okay, you guys go to sleep. Changhe and I will sleep after we finish playing."

After Zhu Lin finished speaking, he took the firecrackers and went downstairs.

Liu Shuwan watched her daughter leave with a smile on her face.

"Your son-in-law is no different from your son. You shouldn't feel uncomfortable now, right?"

At this time, the father-in-law spoke gently to Liu Shuwan.

"That's because I have good taste!"

Liu Shuwan said proudly.

Everyone in the Manchu family compound knows that Liu Shuwan has a keen eye. She took a liking to Li Changhe on the first day he returned.

"Okay, let's go to bed!"

On the other side, Li Changhe and Zhu Lin also returned home after setting off firecrackers.

It’s already past twelve o’clock and I’m sleepy.

Li Changhe and Zhu Lin woke up the next morning.

Today is the first day of the Lunar New Year, and as usual, Shen Juncheng's family is here for dinner, so I have to be busy.

This year is better than last year because there is no snow.

So without waiting for Li Changhe to pick them up, my uncle and his family came.

Shen Juncheng and Shen Qingyu came up with their things.

"Aunt, uncle, happy new year."

As soon as he came in, Shen Juncheng started shouting sweetly.

"Hey, come in quickly, you guys come so early today!"

Shen Yuxiu hurriedly entertained them, and Li Changhe and Zhu Lin also followed suit.

Li Changhe invited his uncle and Shen Juncheng and his sister to sit on the sofa, and then started to make tea for them.

Li Lishan was chatting with his uncle Shen Zhongyun, but they were chatting about Li Changhe's second uncle.

"Brother-in-law, is there still no news from the second brother?"

With the normal policies issued by the state, many people began to return to the city to restore their reputation and work.

At this time, Li Lishan and Shen Yuxiu were also asking about the news about Li Changhe's second uncle's family.

But after so many years, they have been scattered all over the world, and the person in charge at that time has changed several times, so it is difficult to find out where they have gone.

"Ah, I didn't find out. Now there are people everywhere trying to find out information. The previous management was also chaotic. Some said it was distributed here, and some said it was distributed there."

"We don't have any local acquaintances to ask anyone."

"I asked around, but didn't get the answer."

Although Shen Juncheng's family is only distant relatives of them, they are still considered a family.

With inconvenient transportation these days, it is not easy to bring relatives together, and even distant relatives are close.

It’s unlike later times, when transportation is more convenient and it’s common for brothers and sisters to break off their relationship.

"Just wait. Good luck will come to you. I think the second brother and his family will be fine."

Li Lishan shook his head and said seriously.

If something really happens, their families will definitely find ways to inform them. Even the country will not stop them and will help pass on the message.

There is no news now, but actually, that is the best news.

At the same time, on a train from the border to the capital, a family was in a hard sleeper compartment.

Although it is not a soft sleeper, it is a very good treatment for a family to live in a hard sleeper.

"Alas, no matter how hard we try, we still haven't made it back to the capital before New Year's Eve."

"I was originally planning to spend New Year's Eve with my elder sister and the others."

In the box, a middle-aged man with a weathered face drank a glass of wine and said with emotion.

I bought the wine on the train, it was Beijing Erguotou, not expensive.

"Okay, you just say that, but we don't know whether my eldest sister and her family have really returned."

The woman next to her shook her head and spoke softly.

"Look at what you said. Li Changhe is in the newspaper. His family is from Beijing Industrial College. My eldest sister and her husband work there."

"I don't believe there is such a coincidence in Beijing. The name is the same, and the family address is the same."

The man said with a smile.

"Dad, is my cousin really the great writer Li Changhe?"

At this time, a delicate girl on the upper bunk lowered her head and asked curiously.

There was a chubby little boy sleeping soundly next to him.

"Nine times out of ten, that boy must be your cousin!"

The man then drank the white wine in the glass and said with certainty.

(Also, continue to ask for monthly tickets)
(End of this chapter)