Reborn in the 80s, Get Rich by Eating Melons

Chapter 574: Chapter 574: Are You Going to E Country?

Gu Hongwei looked her up and down, asking seriously, "Aren’t you a girl?"

Guo Jinnian choked, suddenly remembering her own gender, quickly correcting, "I don’t want to seem like a girl, I’ve never had long hair and I’m not used to it. If you don’t want to accompany me, then you can go back first! I can handle myself."

Gu Hongwei tightened his lips and said, "Your arm is injured now, what if you encounter danger again?"

Guo Jinnian rolled her eyes, "This is domestic territory, it’s perfectly safe."

Gu Hongwei insisted, "Don’t cut your hair, keep it. If you encounter evil people, they may go easier on you if they know you’re a woman."

If Guo Jinnian hadn’t been mistaken for a boy this time around, the person on the other end wouldn’t have attacked so mercilessly, even aiming for her life.

Guo Jinnian glared at Gu Hongwei, "Can you say something nice? Do I need others to show mercy? If it wasn’t for the sneak attack this time, I might not have lost. Maybe the one with the broken arm would be him, have you not seen the power in my actions?"

Gu Hongwei observed Guo Jinnian unblinkingly for a while, like a defensive rooster, before saying with a tight lip, "You look better with long hair than short."

After saying this, he quickly looked away.

Guo Jinnian, who had been about to argue with Gu Hongwei, froze. She didn’t expect Gu Hongwei to suddenly compliment her, leaving her, who behaved like a boy, feeling incredibly awkward and unsure how to respond.

She had insisted on cutting her hair just moments ago. Now, if she doesn’t cut it, Gu Hongwei would definitely overthink. But she really didn’t want to cut her hair.

All girls love beauty, including Guo Jinnian. Although her personality is a bit boyish, she is indeed a girl and straight. Of course, she liked being complimented.

After some thought, she huffed awkwardly and said, "It’s a bit late today, Tong Yao must be waiting for us to eat. Let’s go back and cut it another day."

Gu Hongwei nodded, "Let’s go back first then!"

He had tried to convince Guo Jinnian by a different approach earlier and was surprised when it worked. Gu Hongwei hadn’t displayed any odd behaviors; knowing Guo Jinnian’s temper, if he said anything, Guo Jinnian would certainly rush to cut her hair like a stubborn bull.

However, what he just said wasn’t nonsense. With short hair, Guo Jinnian carries an air of heroism, but with long hair, she looks nicer with a sense of feminine gentleness.

The two quickly returned home. Nanny Zheng had already cooked a spread. Seeing Guo Jinnian and Gu Hongwei return, she smiled and welcomed: "You two wash up, and we can eat."

Guo Jinnian didn’t see Tong Yao and found it strange, "Where are Yaoyao and Dr. Si?"

Nanny Zheng answered with a smile, "Miss Tong wanted to eat some acidic fruit, so Dr. Si went out with her. They’ll be back soon."

Hearing this, Guo Jinnian and Gu Hongwei headed to the kitchen to wash their hands. As the two came out, Si Chen and Tong Yao returned carrying fruits. There weren’t many fruits on the market this season, so they bought some tangerines and apples.

Seeing Guo Jinnian and Gu Hongwei return, Tong Yao asked with concern, "Jinnian, what did the hospital say about your arm?"

Guo Jinnian responded, "Yaoyao, don’t worry, my arm is fine. I just need to take some antibiotics and rest for a few months."

Upon hearing this, Tong Yao was slightly relieved. They all sat down to eat. Remembering Gu Hongwei’s issue with the driver’s license, Tong Yao couldn’t help asking, "Did you apply for a driver’s license?"

Gu Hongwei nodded, "I’ve passed two subjects already and will receive my license in a few days."

Tong Yao was tempted hearing how quick it was to get a license these days, but since she was pregnant, going to take the driving test was a bit risky. Therefore, she turned to look at Si Chen and asked, "Ahchen, you’re going to be staying around for a good while this time, right? Why don’t you take the opportunity to get your driver’s license too?"

Si Chen didn’t object, nodding, "I’ll go visit Mom and Dad tomorrow and sign up the day after."

There were fewer people getting their driver’s license in this era, so they could get their licenses quickly.

Tong Yao laughed, "Once Hongwei gets his license, let’s buy a spacious panel van first. It will be more convenient for us to get around."

Gu Hongwei and Si Chen nodded their agreement, they had no objections. Si Chen was silent for a while before asking Gu Hongwei softly, "Did you find a buyer for your business of selling goods to E Country?"

If they only relied on themselves to sell, it surely wouldn’t work. Setting up a stall wouldn’t bring in a good price, and without a formal channel, it would be very likely to encounter problems.

Gu Hongwei shook his head, "I’ve tried a few stores recently, but because we don’t have the goods in hand, none of them want to negotiate."

Tong Yao knew Si Chen well and felt that if he asked such a question, there must be somewhere he could help. Her eyes sparkled, "Ahchen, do you happen to know someone who can help us sell the goods?"

Si Chen didn’t give a definitive answer but said, "Fu Yiheng has a relative who deals with all this. He gave me a phone number last time, I could give him a call after dinner."

Both Gu Hongwei and Tong Yao brightened at these words. They understood Si Chen’s character; if he would mention this, the other person must be reliable, and the deal was likely to succeed.

Guo Jinnian was also delighted. In her good mood, she misspoke, "This is terrific, if this avenue works out, we will earn a lot of quick money. I didn’t expect that our failure to catch the E Country train would lead to an opportunity to make money selling goods."

Tong Yao stiffened slightly and quietly kicked Guo Jinnian’s foot. Guo Jinnian thought Tong Yao had accidentally kicked her, so she didn’t think much of it.

Gu Hongwei subconsciously glanced at Si Chen and then tried to give Guo Jinnian a signal, but Guo Jinnian was downing her rice and completely missed it.

Si Chen frowned slightly and looked at Guo Jinnian, "You went to E Country?"

Guo Jinnian nodded, "Yeah, didn’t Yaoyao tell you?"

"Ahem..."

Tong Yao tried to send a hint again with a cough and attempted another foot kick, but the target had moved.

Tong Yao: ...

Si Chen glanced at Tong Yao and said gently, "Yaoyao did not have a chance to tell me. Continue, let’s hear it."

Guo Jinnian didn’t think much of it. She said, "Last time, I and Yaoyao decided impulsively to go to E Country to profit from the sale of goods. Gu Hongwei stopped us, and afterwards we gave up on the idea and decided to operate domestically. Oh, that’s when we met Aunt Hu."

Tong Yao sighed and rubbed her brow. It was already a blast, and who knew Guo Jinnian would detonate another bombshell.

She added, "It’s a good thing we didn’t go that time. Lin Man and Shi Yan were on that train. I told you Yaoyao and I are luckier."