Return To 1977 Chapter 990: Draw lots

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Having been a human being for two lifetimes, Hong Yanwu knew very well.

Impulse is the devil, impatience is the natural enemy of reason, and being indifferent is simply a sign of low IQ.

It is even easier for people to make more mistakes when making judgments when they are caught off guard.

The problem he faced now was like holding a rope in his hand that was twisted into a mess.

It’s not that I’m incapable of solving it, I really can’t solve it.

Actually, I was so upset by such a messy situation that I didn't have a clue for a while.

What to do?

You must let go of bad emotions appropriately and adjust your mentality first.

So he told Shui Qing firmly.

Everything is on him. As long as you give him time, he will definitely be able to come up with a good solution.

This is something that can be solved by one person, so there is really no need for two people to worry about it.

It would be better for Shui Qing to take care of her own business, which would allow him to calm down and think clearly.

Life depends on your mood. If the two of them fight against trouble together in silence, it will be a big loss.

Hong Yanwu pretended to win the ticket easily, which immediately relieved Shui Qing from his troubles.

As a woman, she actually needs a husband who can hold on even if the sky falls.

This does not depend on whether Hong Yanwu can perfectly solve practical problems every time.

But if a man can show this kind of responsible spirit and self-confidence, he can give women a full sense of security.

So Shuiqing was very happy and went to do whatever she wanted.

In the afternoon, before getting off work, she went to the kindergarten to pick up Xiaoying.

First, I took the children to take a hot bath, and then had a dish of Hong Yanwu’s “Sweet and Sour Pork” and Chen Liquan’s “Osmanthus and Cucumber” in the restaurant.

Then I went home happily and waited to watch TV.

Nowadays, Beijing TV Station is broadcasting the Brazilian TV series "Slave Girl", which is also the first soap opera broadcast in my country.

Although the length of the series, which lasts for hundreds of episodes, is simply unbelievable to the Chinese people, the too many empty contents in the series have also been criticized by the audience.

But the fate of the heroine Izola still affects the hearts of women across the country.

There is no doubt that the mother and daughter, headed by Aunt Shui, are the most staunch fans of this TV series.

They would sit together every night, take a tour of the slave manor during the Brazilian Empire, and wipe away tears for the ill-fated Izola, just like they shed tears for Ashin in the first two years.

It should be said that this is also a joy.

As for Hong Yanwu, as a big man, he is not so lucky.

He even thought hard and made no progress until he got off work.

But Chen Liquan couldn't see his brother being unhappy, so he gave him a pretty good suggestion.

If you really don't understand something, you can always ask the old man for an idea.

Hong Yanwu thought so. He had never been to the "Big Wine Tank" since his father's business started.

No matter what happened, he was convinced by the old man's ability.

You can go there not only to ask for advice, but also to see what you can learn.

Besides, it would be nice to have two drinks with Izumi.

It can relax your nerves and have a solid sleep.

So that day, Hong Yanwu and Chen Liquan did not eat at the workplace.

After the two of them stopped cooking, took a shower, and started driving their sidecar motorcycle.

He rushed straight to the "Wanshou West Palace" to take care of the old man's business.

Don’t tell me, I went to the right place again this time.

The surprise that Hong Yanwu experienced at the "Big Wine Tank" was no less than the last time.

If nothing else, it’s different when you look at it from a distance.

As soon as they turned into the street, they discovered that there was a roasted sweet potato stall outside the door of the "Big Wine Tank".

In the cold wind, the sound of selling like a small copper bell came from afar, which at first refreshed people's spirits.

"It's hot - it tastes like chestnuts - roasted sweet potatoes!"

When the motorcycle drove nearby, it stopped at the door of the "Big Wine Tank".

They even discovered that the old man’s business was unexpectedly good.

It has reached this point, and the lights are seeping out in a row of bungalows, although drinkers continue to come out and go home.

But the room was full of people and still in full swing.

Just because of this lively energy, the two of them suddenly felt warm as their bodies were blown by the wind.

Especially because they haven't eaten yet, the tempting sweet aroma of roasted sweet potatoes and the mist of charcoal fire wafted into their noses and aroused their greed.

So after the two got off the car, they didn't rush into the house and ran to the "gasoline barrel" by the door first.

Everyone wants to buy a piece of hot roasted sweet potato as a base.

"Uncle, how do you sell it?"

“One cent and two pounds!”

Hong Yanwu and Chen Liquan took a look and saw that the items on the iron buckets were almost half a catty in size.

One person pointed to a piece of honey water.

Looking at the old man bringing the scale over.

Hong Yanwu suddenly remembered what Li Fu had described to him, the scenic scene where vendors gathered in front of the "Big Wine Tank" in old Beijing.

He then deliberately asked one more question.

"Uncle, do you want to sell here? Is it easy to do business?"

The old man answered while putting sweet potatoes on the scale.

"Hey, it's not cool yet, so there are still not many people eating this."

"As for me, I have other things to do during the day, so I can only come out at night. I really want to do what I did in the past, pushing a cart and selling in the alleys. Trading will definitely not work."

"Thanks for the existence of this tavern. Now we are selling pedestrians here and supplying this tavern, so it is not in vain."

"This shopkeeper is really a good person. You see, he took the initiative to let me come here to set up a stall. He gave me stools, water, and noodles for free, and he also found ways to take care of my business. I have taken advantage of him. Already..."

Hong Yanwu was happy when he heard it. He thought that it was indeed the case, so he deliberately praised it.

"Uncle, in my opinion, your craftsmanship is better. You don't have any unique secret recipe for your roasted sweet potatoes, right? Otherwise, why would everyone inside be willing to buy them? I want to have some fun with your roasted sweet potatoes. With flavor.”

Who knows that the old man is serious? He is holding a yellow straw paper wrapping sweet potatoes in his hand and shaking his head.

"Hey, I don't dare to take this seriously. Oh, what's the secret recipe? It's average. It depends on the care of the shopkeeper..."

Two pieces of sweet potato were handed over one by one.

"Here, you two get it, almost six liang each, a total of 14 cents."

When Chen Liquan gave the money, what was even more unexpected was that the old man actually made up for it.

"Are you here to drink? It doesn't matter. You two will win the third prize in a while. Come to me and I will return the money to you."

What? Still win? What prize did you win?

Hong Yanwu and Chen Liquan were immediately confused.

But when they entered the house out of curiosity, they plunged into the smell and fog of the "big wine vat".

I soon understood what was going on.

Dare to love Hong Lu Chenghong, the old man is really innovative, and he actually came up with an alternative and interesting way to promote prizes.

There is a large notice posted on the wall of the store, which states that anyone who spends 50 cents or more can draw a lucky draw on the spot.

The specific method of drawing lots is that the clerk brings a large bamboo tube with a total of fifty lots in it.

The probabilities are public. Except for the ten penalty lots, the rest are happy lots.

This is equivalent to an 80% winning rate.

In addition, in the happy lottery, the prizes are divided into levels.

Thirty third prizes, if you win, you will get a piece of baked sweet potato at the door for free.

Seven are second-class, and if you win, the store will give you a cup of "Mao San".

There are three first prizes. Whoever wins the prize will receive a higher-level cup of "Maoqi" as a gift from the store.

There is no doubt that the number of third prize winners will definitely be the highest.

This is the reason for the words of the old man selling baked sweet potatoes just now.

What should I do if I win the penalty lottery?

It's easy to handle.

Because the purpose itself is to have fun for everyone, there is no substantial punishment at all, just a few words of good luck.

Like a drinker, it is enough to go to the counter and say to Hong Lucheng face to face, "The shopkeeper's lucky star shines brightly" or "I wish you a prosperous business."

As the shopkeeper, Hong Lucheng would definitely give thanks.

Return with words such as "I wish you good health" or "May you have good luck".

In this case, just listen, as long as the sound of the lottery tube is heard in the store.

After that, no matter whether the drinker wins the prize or not, as long as the happy lot is drawn, everyone present will laugh.

This is such a brilliant idea!

Hong Yanwu looked at him with indescribable admiration, and the more he thought about it, the more he became more and more impressed.

The first wonderful thing about this is that this interesting method not only promotes consumption, but also provides drinkers with face and gambling fun while avoiding suspicion of gambling.

The second best thing is that the "big wine vat" and the old man selling sweet potatoes are mutually beneficial. They not only save their own lottery costs, but also add a snack that can attract customers in winter, and also gain a good reputation.

And the old man selling food at the door can also attract passersby to notice the existence of the "big wine vat" and attract customers who want to eat roasted sweet potatoes to the tavern.

To put it bluntly, it's like being a "big wine tank" to solicit customers.

However, the most brilliant part of this method lies in the third second - the store actually encourages the consumption amount of the lottery to be realized by splitting the order.

One person can spend fifty cents alone, or a few strangers can join a group.

This not only directly increases the frequency of lottery draws, but also increases the number of jokes.

It also gave many strangers in the store something to talk about.

Then by drawing lots and dividing the prizes, if we meet again in the future, we will become familiar drinking buddies.

Think about it, if all the drinkers in the store became acquaintances with whom they could chat.

The drinking atmosphere is naturally becoming more and more lively and harmonious, so how can it not attract people to continue coming?

Business will last forever.

On this point, Hong Yanwu must admit it.

The old man has figured out the truth that popularity is equal to wealth. This is how he plays with the word "harmony" to the extreme.

But don't be too busy, because this alone cannot summarize everything. The old man has other ways to add entertainment to his business.

The more Hong Yanwu looked at it, the more he felt convinced.

For example, even though winter sedum has not yet arrived, the big wine tank has already set up a briquette stove to provide hot water for everyone to warm the wine at any time.

The hot wine warmer is also called "wine gud". It is often soaked in hot water. Once the wine glass is placed in it, the aroma of wine will overflow in an instant.

Coupled with the firelight of "pao mutton" reflected in the kitchen from time to time, as well as the aroma of meat, green onions and white mist.

This artistic conception, this temperature, this sound, this taste are simply amazing.

In an environment where you can see, hear, smell, taste and feel, who can’t enjoy drinking and having more fun?

For another example, not just anyone can sit on the red countertop with four large wine vats.

Hong Lucheng saw that customers, regardless of age, were willing to use the four-mouth wine vat as their first choice for drinking.

He invented an unprecedented rule and called these four tanks the "Wujiu Terrace".

If you want to drink on the countertop of this four-cup jar, you can.

However, only white wine is allowed here, and no other alcoholic drinks are allowed.

Often some younger drinkers come into the store fresh and sit down next to the wine vat and ask for beer.

If someone wants to add beer midway, they will be informed of this rule.

Although it is inevitable to hesitate, move or give up the idea, in the end these customers will become "experts" in the "big wine tank".

When they bring other friends over, they often point to several large vats and teach them earnestly to show their ability.

In this way, the reputation and momentum of these four large tanks will be increasingly fulfilled.

Not only does it make people feel more heroic sitting on it and drinking.

And it soon evolved that anyone who wanted to have a drink next to the wine vat was an honor that could be shown off to others.

It’s like the fun in the Waiguoren circle that “he’s not a true man unless he’s at the Great Wall”.

In a word, Hong Lucheng made "Big Wine Tank" so interesting.

His business not only satisfies people's taste and appetite, but also satisfies people's psychological and spiritual needs, as well as their vanity.

So it’s no wonder that business is booming and why it’s so lively.

Think about it, at this point in time, there should be few people around.

But the "big wine tank" still has an attendance rate of 60-70%.

The outside was even overcrowded, and Hong Yanwu and Chen Liquan had to go to the innermost room to drink.

There is no doubt that during peak business hours, there will probably be a long queue at the door of this pub.

And this is the ability of the head of the Hong family to keep the ancestral business of the Hong family alive in the most chaotic era.

This is an old man who has not touched abacus for decades, and is trying his best in business.

Hong Yanwu immediately felt that his recent complacency was too superficial.

Compared to his restaurant, it’s nothing.

Think about it, they say it’s a mule or a horse that comes out to run around.

What if you really find out that what they are pulling out is a pegasus or a unicorn.

Do you still have the confidence to continue to stand up?

Hey, I can only say that dad is dad...