Chapter 462: Being able to marry into such a family is truly a blessing of eight lifetimes!

Chapter 462: Being able to marry into such a family is truly a blessing of eight lifetimes!

The Five Peaks Plaza Mansion.

Fan Yue Mei was thoroughly stunned by the depth of her new family's resources.

Not only did her new family's wealth far exceed her imagination, but their power and influence also reached a level that was almost awe-inspiring.

With an annual income of over a hundred million and having produced three full-level officials and one deputy-level official, she had the good fortune to marry into such a family. It was truly a blessing of eight lifetimes.

Just as Fan Yue Mei was still in shock, Deng Shirong looked at his fourth son, the new groom, and smiled, "Xiao Hua, it's your turn."

Deng Yun Hua chuckled and said, "Dad, I don't have much talent. My home appliance store has been stagnant for years. But now that I'm married, I'll hand over the business to Yue Mei. With her abilities, I believe she will turn the store into a thriving business."

Fan Yue Mei, surprised by her husband's words in front of the entire family, quickly responded, "I will work hard. I hope that Eldest Brother, Eldest Sister-in-Law, Second Brother, Second Sister-in-Law, Third Brother, Third Sister-in-Law, Eldest Sister, Eldest Brother-in-Law, and Second Sister, Second Brother-in-Law will all give me your support."

Zhang Xiuping smiled and said, "Yue Mei, since you've married Xiao Hua, we are now one family. If you need any help in the future, just let us know."

Gu Caiwei added with a smile, "Yue Mei, if it's business-related, you can ask Eldest Sister-in-Law or Second Sister for help. If it's government-related, you can seek help from Eldest Sister, me, or Third Sister-in-Law."

Fan Yue Mei was deeply moved and thanked them repeatedly.

With so many capable relatives to help, even a fool could be lifted up. She really didn't know how her husband managed to stay stagnant for so many years.

Now that her husband had handed over the business to her, she was determined to work hard and make their business thrive.

Seeing the family in such harmony, Deng Shirong felt very happy. In his previous life, his eldest son had died young, and his two daughters had married poorly. The remaining four sons were each fighting their own battles, maintaining only a surface-level unity.

By the time he was old, Deng Shirong had understood the root of the problem, but he was too old to change the situation.

In this life, Deng Shirong was no longer the ineffective man he had been in his previous life. He had become a figure of admiration for his children, and this family now had a strong core. As long as he was around, the family would remain united.

Feeling happy, Deng Shirong looked at his youngest son and smiled, "Xiao Heng, it's your turn."

Deng Yun Heng laughed and said, "Dad, I'm still a student. I just started my internship this summer, and it will be a long time before I become a real doctor. I don't have much to say."

Deng Shirong smiled and said, "The hospital in our hometown is almost ready. It will officially open in about half a month. You should focus on learning in Guangzhou. When you return, you can work at the hospital in our hometown."

Deng Yun Heng nodded and said, "I understand. I will work hard."

...

That night.

Deng Yun Hua and Fan Yue Mei entered the bridal chamber.

After the three rounds of the plum blossom tune, it was already late at night.

Despite being mentally and physically exhausted, Fan Yue Mei still pulled her husband to discuss the future of the home appliance store: "Husband, I have a good idea for the future development of the home appliance store. Let me tell you, and you can tell me if it's suitable."

Deng Yun Hua, now in a state of post-coital lethargy, just wanted to sleep. He yawned and said, "Wife, you don't need to tell me. I've already given you full control over the home appliance store. You can do whatever you want, and I will support you."

"But I really need to tell you because this plan requires the help of Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law."

"Help from Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law?"

Fan Yue Mei nodded, tracing circles on her husband's chest as she explained, "Husband, here's the thing. If we keep opening individual branches one by one, it will take many more years to truly develop the business.

Ever since I took over the home appliance store, I've been thinking about how we can develop quickly.

I didn't have a clear idea until today, when Father asked all seven of you to report on your situations. That's when I learned that Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law actually own 136 chain supermarkets, and the number is still growing rapidly.

Then, I had a flash of inspiration. I think we should collaborate with Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law and have our home appliances sold in their chain supermarkets. This way, we would instantly have 136 branches and could soar to new heights."

Hearing this, Deng Yun Hua's spirits were immediately lifted. He slapped his wife's plump bottom and excitedly said, "No wonder you're my wife, you're so smart!"

Fan Yue Mei couldn't help but moan.

Ignoring the temptation, Deng Yun Hua said, "Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law's chain supermarkets do sell home appliances, but only small items like electric kettles and toasters. They don't sell large appliances like televisions, refrigerators, washing machines, or air conditioners.

We can discuss with them and have them allocate a separate area in their supermarkets for us to sell our home appliances. Whether we pay rent or give them a percentage of our sales, it would be a win-win situation for both parties.

Fan Yue Mei added with a smile, "Moreover, once we reach an agreement with Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law, our purchasing volume will skyrocket by several dozen times. This will give us the leverage to renegotiate with the manufacturers and further reduce our purchase prices, increasing our profits even more."

Deng Yun Hua laughed heartily and said, "Wife, you are truly my lucky star. Let's finalize this plan and talk to Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law about it tomorrow."

Fan Yue Mei nodded and said, "Husband, it's late, let's go to sleep. We need to wake up early tomorrow!"

"Alright, good night, wife!"

"Good night, husband!"

...

The next day.

During breakfast, Deng Yun Hua mentioned the cooperation plan to Eldest Brother and Eldest Sister-in-Law.

Naturally, Deng Yun Tai and his wife had no objections. Their chain supermarkets were large, and there was always some extra space. Collaborating with their own brother would indeed be a win-win situation.

Then, the family began to praise Fan Yue Mei.

After all, everyone in the family knew what Deng Yun Hua was capable of. This idea had to have come from Fan Yue Mei.

After breakfast, the children dispersed to their respective tasks.

Deng Shirong took his fourth son and fourth daughter-in-law back to their hometown to pay respects to their ancestors. According to the local wedding customs, the couple should pay respects to their ancestors on the day of the wedding, but since the wedding was held in Nanning, they could only do it after the wedding.

Deng Yun Hua drove, with Fan Yue Mei in the passenger seat and Deng Shirong in the back.

After driving for over an hour, Deng Yun Hua couldn't help but say, "Dad, our car seems a bit outdated. I think we should get a real luxury car. Otherwise, it won't be comfortable for you on long trips."

Deng Shirong asked, "What car do you want to buy?"

Deng Yun Hua said, "I heard that there's a luxury car called the Tiger Head Benz that's quite impressive."

Deng Shirong smiled and said, "In this era, only the extremely wealthy and powerful can afford a Tiger Head Benz. Of course, it's impressive."

Deng Yun Hua said, "With your status, Dad, a Tiger Head Benz would be more than fitting. How about we get one?"

Deng Shirong shook his head and said, "No, let's not be too flashy. You know how poor the security is nowadays. If we're too high-profile, it might attract the attention of criminals. If someone gets the wrong idea, it could cost us more than it's worth."

In a couple of years, a notorious bandit from Yulin would create a shocking kidnapping case that would shock both China and the world. In recent years, there have been frequent robberies of cash-in-transit vehicles and jewelry stores. This era really isn't one to be too high-profile, as it can easily lead to trouble.

Of course, with Deng Shirong's capabilities, he wasn't afraid of kidnappings or robberies. Anyone who dared to target him would be courting death.

However, his children didn't have his abilities.

If it was just a kidnapping, it would be manageable. As long as the person was still alive, he had absolute confidence in rescuing them and making the kidnappers pay dearly.

The real fear was a direct, lethal robbery, which would be a major disaster.

Therefore, in this chaotic era of the 1980s and 1990s, Deng Shirong had to ensure his children remained as low-key as possible. By the 21st century, with the government's repeated crackdowns on crime, the security situation would improve significantly.

Especially in a few years, even girls would dare to walk alone at night. The security environment of that time would be like a different world compared to the 1980s and 1990s.

By then, they wouldn't have to worry about anything, no matter how carefree they were!

Deng Yun Hua couldn't help but say, "Dad, aren't we being too cautious? No one has ever targeted us siblings in all these years!"

Deng Shirong's expression turned serious as he said, "Have you forgotten how Ah Gou San from the old clan head's family died?"

Deng Yun Hua closed his mouth, unable to argue.

Ah Gou San's death had indeed shocked all the members of the Ye Deng clan. Although the criminals were caught within three days, it didn't bring Ah Gou San back to life. Even if the criminals were torn to pieces, it wouldn't bring him back.

Deng Shirong warned, "Xiao Hua and Yue Mei, remember this: a person's life is only one. No matter how cautious you are, it's never too much. If you lose your life due to a moment of carelessness, all the wealth in the world won't matter.

So, wherever you go in the future, always bring two security personnel for protection. Never be complacent. Do you understand?"

Deng Shirong, after his rebirth, prioritized his children's safety above all else. He couldn't fathom why some affluent and influential heirs would indulge in risky extreme sports, constantly flirting with danger.

This was truly a case of wanting to die. With such good family conditions, why not live a peaceful and enjoyable life?

Fan Yue Mei, being beautiful, had always been more cautious about safety. She easily accepted her father-in-law's advice and nodded, saying, "Yes, Dad, I understand. I will pay attention to my safety in the future."

Hearing his father repeatedly emphasize the importance of safety, Deng Yun Hua couldn't help but take it seriously and nodded, saying, "Dad, I understand!"

...

Naye Village.

The Naye Hospital was about to open, and all the medical staff had arrived in Naye Village to start renting houses.

The scale of the Naye Hospital rivaled that of the county hospital, with more than 500 medical personnel. If other hospital employees were included, the number would be even higher. However, most of these other employees were locals and didn't need to rent houses.

Over 500 people needed to rent houses, and this massive demand was more than Naye Village could meet. Residents of nearby villages who were willing to rent out their old houses hung "For Rent" signs on their doors.

Zhang Xiaofeng, 19 years old, was from Longtan Town, a recent graduate of Yulin Medical School.

In this era, medical personnel were not as abundant as in later times. In the future, excluding those with connections, ordinary people would face fierce competition to get a job in a good hospital, leading to intense pressure.

Now, while it was difficult for recent graduates from medical schools to get jobs in major hospitals, it was still manageable to work as a nurse in a county hospital.

Zhang Xiaofeng originally had the opportunity to work in a hospital in Bobai, but she had long known that the Naye Deng Clan had invested in building a hospital in the neighboring town of Shuangwang. She also knew that this hospital was set to open this year, so she decided to apply for a job at the Naye Hospital.

When she shared her idea with her parents, they both agreed.

Her parents believed that working at the Naye Hospital wasn't just about the higher wages compared to public hospitals; the main advantage was the frequent interaction with the Naye Deng Clan. If she were to catch the eye of a clan member, her life would be set.

Zhang Xiaofeng agreed with her parents' thoughts.

After all, the Naye Deng Clan's influence was well-known throughout Bobai.

Being from a neighboring town, Zhang Xiaofeng was even more aware of the Naye Deng Clan's power. Marrying into the Naye Deng Clan would truly secure her future.

Despite her young age, Zhang Xiaofeng was quite shrewd. With the idea of marrying into the Naye Deng Clan, she was already on the lookout for a suitable match while renting a house.

After careful selection, Zhang Xiaofeng ultimately rented the old house of Deng Changping.

Deng Changping and his wife, Chen Xiaohua, were known for their kindness in the village. In his previous life, Deng Shirong received much care from them during his later years.

Now, Deng Changping's three children had grown up.

His eldest son, Deng Sibao, was 20 years old, had a high school education, and was still unmarried, making him a prime target for Zhang Xiaofeng.

Zhang Xiaofeng had already decided that if she and Deng Sibao hit it off, that would be ideal. If not, she would consider other targets. She was confident that with her appearance and figure, she would definitely find a place in the Naye Deng Clan, it was just a matter of who she would marry.

Many other medical staff shared similar thoughts, with men hoping to marry Naye Deng Clan girls and women hoping to marry Naye Deng Clan men.

Of course, those with such thoughts were generally well-informed about the Naye Deng Clan. The medical staff hired from other counties and cities were mainly attracted by the hospital's high salaries and had little knowledge about the Naye Deng Clan, so they didn't have such ambitions.

With the addition of over 500 medical staff, and some bringing their families, the population of Naye Village and nearby villages increased by over a thousand.

This sudden influx of people was not just a windfall for those renting out old houses; it also led to a surge in demand for everyday goods, such as pork, tofu, bean sprouts, and malt sugar with roasted peanuts. Businesses were booming, and supplies were often in short supply.

The village convenience stores benefited the most, with sales skyrocketing and the owners beaming with joy.

Seeing this, many resourceful villagers started their own businesses.

...

Shantang Village.

The Jiang family was loading faat ko (steamed rice cakes), popped rice, and other gifts onto their motorcycle.

Jiang Mother, dressed in her finest clothes, asked with a smile, "Today is Ah Hu and Ah Fang's grand opening of their hotel. Have you all prepared your red envelopes?"

Jiang's eldest daughter-in-law responded with a smile, "We've already prepared the red envelopes, but we're not sure how much to put in. Mom, could you give us some advice?"

"Decide on the amount yourselves. Over the years, Ah Fang has been helped by her family, and her life has improved significantly. Now, she has built a hotel, and I can't even imagine how much more she will achieve in the future."

As she spoke, Mother Jiang couldn't help but sigh inwardly.

Previously, she had looked down on her second daughter-in-law and hadn't treated her as well as her first daughter-in-law. She had even refused to help her second daughter-in-law with childcare.

To her surprise, her second daughter-in-law, with the help of her own family, had gradually improved her life.

If it had only been that, Mother Jiang's favoritism would not have changed.

However, her attitude shifted when the Ye Deng Clan became renowned throughout the county. The famous head of the Ye Deng Clan was none other than her second daughter-in-law's maternal uncle. With this connection, how could she, as a mother-in-law, dare to treat her second daughter-in-law the same way as before?

From that point on, Mother Jiang changed her attitude and began to go out of her way to please her second daughter-in-law.

After a few years of effort, she finally saw positive results; her second daughter-in-law's attitude toward her also improved, making Mother Jiang truly happy.

Jiang Defeng smiled and said, "The red envelope is just for good luck. The amount doesn't matter to Second Sister-in-Law. Just put in a lucky number."

Jiang's eldest daughter-in-law replied, "Xiaofeng, you have the best relationship with Second Sister-in-Law. Since you say so, we'll follow your advice."

Jiang's eldest son said, "Alright, it's getting late. Let's head out now!"

Thus, the family mounted their motorcycles and set off for Naye Village.

...

Budafang's hotel was named Naye Hotel.

Today was the grand opening, and Budafang had invited her relatives to celebrate.

By nine in the morning, all the invited guests had arrived.

When the auspicious time arrived, the firecrackers began to crackle, and the relatives chimed in with auspicious words, completing the opening ceremony.

Next, everyone began to take their seats for the meal.

Since Budafang and Jiang Dehu had only invited their closest blood relatives, the number of guests was not large, with only three or four tables set up.

When it was time to eat, Budafang immediately pulled Jiang Dehu to toast her uncle: "Uncle, without your help, we wouldn't be where we are today. This drink is to you, wishing you good health and all the best."

"Enough with the formalities with your uncle. This is the first hotel in Shuangwang Town. As long as it's managed well, business will be good."

Deng Shirong raised his glass and clinked it with his niece and her husband, saying, "Of course, don't expect business to pick up immediately. The Naye Hospital has just opened and will take time to gain popularity. It won't have the same level of patronage as the county hospital right away."

Budafang drank the glass of wine in one go and smiled, "Uncle, I'm well aware of that. Unlike a restaurant, which needs to prepare ingredients in advance, a hotel doesn't have this issue. If guests don't come, the rooms just remain empty, which doesn't affect anything. It's a business with only gains and no losses, which is great."

After toasting her uncle, Budafang and her husband saw to the other relatives, ensuring they were well-fed and happy, before sitting down to eat with the guests.

Once everyone had eaten and drunk their fill, Budafang sat down next to her sister-in-law, Jiang Defeng, and asked, "Xiaofeng, are you interested in doing business in Naye Village? The storefront on the first floor of my hotel is still vacant. If you want to start a business in Naye Village, I can leave it for you."

Budafang was a grateful person. Back when she was living with her in-laws, her sister-in-law had been the kindest to her, often helping her with chores like chopping wood, fetching water, and looking after her children. Later, when she and her husband came to Naye Village to help manage the orchard for her uncle, it was her sister-in-law who took care of her two sons until they started school.

Although she had paid for the help, her sister-in-law had been reluctant to accept the money. It was only because Budafang was worried about her eldest sister-in-law and mother-in-law's criticisms that she had insisted on paying.

Now that her sister-in-law was married and living a decent life, Budafang, who had limited means in the past, could finally help her. With her share in the gas station and the opening of this large hotel, she had the means to assist her sister-in-law.

At the very least, renting the storefront to her sister-in-law at a low price would be a significant help.

Jiang Defeng was somewhat tempted but also hesitant, saying, "Second Sister-in-Law, I've never done business before. I don't know what to do."

Budafang said, "Don't worry, I've already inquired about it. As long as you're willing to come, there will be a suitable business for you."

Jiang Defeng knew that her second sister-in-law was trying to help her, so she said gratefully, "Thank you, Second Sister-in-Law. I'm willing."

Budafang smiled and said, "That's great. Let's eat first, and I'll talk to you about it in more detail later."

Jiang Defeng nodded, her face showing excitement.

The other Jiang family members sitting with Jiang Defeng had all heard the conversation and were envious.

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