A few days later.
The Spring Festival was over and the sounds of firecrackers could no longer be heard on the streets.
The entire country and even the entire world were discussing the Panda Burning Incense. Be it the media or the people, they were all starting to calm down. No matter how hot a topic was, it would eventually cool down one day. Everyone went back to work and returned to their normal lives. Zhang Ye was the same. The wounds on his face and neck had all healed. The scabs had all fallen off and could no longer be seen on the surface. Only then did he return to his parents' house.
Caishikou.
It was only 6: 30 AM when he arrived.
He opened the door with his keys and went in. His parents were already awake. His father was in the bathroom washing his face while his mother was preparing breakfast. She was cooking some porridge over the fire.
Zhang Ye said happily, "Dad, Mom, you just woke up?"
When his mother saw him, she stared at him, "You still know to come back?"
"Hai, didn't I have something to do these past few days?" Zhang Ye quickly smiled and went over to the kitchen to help, "Don't worry about it. Let me do it. You want to boil three eggs, right?"
His mother held her breath and said, "No matter how busy you are, you can't not go home for the Spring Festival. Count how many days you stayed at home this year? Not even a day! First, you were busy with the Spring Festival Gala and were not at home on Lunar New Year's Eve. Then, you went to the police station. When you came out, you only saw me once and then left again. You didn't even come to eat dumplings on the fifth day. Kid, are you crazy? "
Zhang Ye said, "Aiyo, why would I be crazy? I really had something urgent to do and couldn't find the time."
His father came out of the bathroom after washing up. He said to his wife, "Alright, you talk too much. Hurry up and wash your face."
His mother scolded her son angrily a few more times before putting down the things in her hands and going to wash up.
When she left, his father looked at his son, "You've recovered from your injuries?"
"Yes, ah?" Zhang Ye hurriedly played dumb, "I'm not injured."
His father raised his chin, "That bullshit of yours can only fool your mother. It's all on the news."
Zhang Ye smiled awkwardly, "You already knew?"
His father didn't say much, "It's done. It's good that your injuries have healed. As a man, he doesn't care about these superficial injuries. You did very well on that matter. You didn't embarrass us Party members."
Zhang Ye laughed and said, "That's right. They were just a bunch of kids. I couldn't hide or fight back, so I could only do that. My dad is an old Party member with a high level of awareness. The reason why I didn't tell the two of you about my injury was because I was afraid that my mom would worry about it, and also because I was afraid that she would come looking for them to settle the score."
Dad said, "Yeah, she's a person with a political outlook, so she won't understand this. It's good not to tell her, or else she'll keep arguing."
The two of them spoke in low voices.
His mother came out after washing up. "What are you two talking about?"
Zhang Ye immediately turned around, "Nothing much. The porridge is ready. I'll get it for you."
"I want a big bowl and some salted vegetables!" His mother sat on the floor calmly and instructed, "Don't boil the eggs too low, or else they won't be cooked."
Zhang Ye replied, "Sure."
His father gestured to his son with his lips.
Zhang Ye chuckled.
During the meal, his father said, "Are you staying at home during the day? Or are you going out? "
Zhang Ye said as he ate, "Are you going to work with my mom? If there's nothing, I'll look after the house. If there's nothing, I won't go out. I'm not busy for the next two days. "
His mother asked, "When are you going back to Shanghai? Are you not doing the new program? "
Zhang Ye smiled and said, "The Talk Show just ended, so I have to take a few days off no matter what. I'll be back in a few days, so I won't be going anywhere for the next few days. I'll just stay at home."
His mother curled her lips, "Come on. Every time you say that, there's always something. Oh right, your aunt called yesterday and asked about you. She was trying to find out what you're doing now, but I didn't know, so I didn't say much. I think your aunt might be looking for you for something."
Zhang Ye blinked, "What's the matter?"
His mother said, "How would I know?"
His father said, "Give your aunt a call when you get back."
"Alright, I got it." Zhang Ye carried on eating, "Just go straight to work later. I'll do the dishes today. Hur Hur. Mom, do you like it?"
His mother grunted, "Not bad."
A while later, the two of them went to work.
Zhang Ye huffed and puffed as he washed the dishes at home. After he was done, he sat on the sofa in the living room and lit a cigarette … Oh right, now that the SARFT does not allow smoking, I'll cut that part out!
Just as he was about to watch television, his cellphone rang.
Looking at the caller ID, it was his aunt's house number.
Zhang Ye suddenly thought of this matter, but he did not expect his aunt to call. He immediately answered the call, "Hello, Aunt. Heh, I just heard from my parents that you were looking for me. I was just about to call you."
Zhang Donghua said, "Are you at home?"
Zhang Ye acknowledged, "I just came back this morning."
Zhang Donghua asked with concern, "How are you? Have you been busy with work recently? "
"Hai, there's not much work. I'm just resting now." Zhang Ye said.
Zhang Donghua acknowledged, "Hur Hur, that's pretty good."
Zhang Ye blinked his eyes, "Is there something you need from me?"
Zhang Donghua said, "It's not a big deal. Well, well, let's do it this way. I'll get your sister to tell you that she's looking for you …"
Zhang Ye said, "Sure."
He heard Zhang Donghua calling her daughter, "Little Shuang, it's your brother's call … Little Shuang, heh, come over … Hurry …"
There was a soft female voice on the other end, "Say it, Mom."
Zhang Donghua said in a speechless manner, "This child."
Zhang Ye gave a wry smile, "Aunt, just say it. I'm confused hearing this. We're family, so why can't you open your mouth to me?"
Zhang Donghua said, "I'm not sure either. It's your sister's blogshop. She doesn't work anymore. She and her friends have partnered up to open a blogshop. She either designs her own clothes or finds someone to design them. It can be considered as her own brand. Then, she finds a factory to make the clothes and finally sells them online. But now, business doesn't seem to be doing too well. There hasn't been any improvement, and it's been losing money."
Zhang Ye really did not know about this matter, "My sister opened Taobao?"
Zhang Donghua was baffled, "What Taobao?"
"Ahem, nothing. I said it wrong." Zhang Ye was speechless. Only then did he realize that there was no Alibaba in this world, "Just say it. What do you need me to do?"
Zhang Donghua said, "Your sister is a thin-skinned person. She has long wanted to find you, but was always embarrassed. Now that she has quit her job, she doesn't have much income …"
Zhang Ye was at a loss whether to laugh or cry, "Aunt, aiyah, just say it. I'm getting dizzy listening to you."
Zhang Donghua coughed, "It's your sister, right? She wants you … to be a model. They sell men's clothing, but I don't know how celebrity endorsements work. Are there any restrictions from the company? If it's too troublesome or violates your company's contract, then forget it. It's fine."
Model?
That's it?
Zhang Ye immediately said, "Is my sister at home too?"
Zhang Donghua said, "She's here."
"Then I'll go over now. It's hard to explain over the phone." Zhang Ye really could not stand his aunt's roundabout way of speaking. It was too confusing.
"Now? You aren't busy, right? " Zhang Donghua said, "I heard from my sister-in-law that you have been so busy recently that you didn't even go home during the new year. You even went to the Internet Surveillance Bureau."
Zhang Ye said with a cheeky smile, "I'm not busy. Even if I'm busy, it's not as important as my aunt and my sister's matters. Then I'll go over now."
Zhang Donghua beamed, "Our Little Ye sure knows how to speak. Alright, Aunt will wait for you. Don't leave in the afternoon. I'll make you a good meal."
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