Reborn in the Millennium: Building a Fortune from Fishing

Chapter 564 Red Chicken Fish

Qin Dahe was not participating in the procurement this time because he was buying fishing gear. Besides, he wasn't interested in these luxury items; he just wanted clothes that were comfortable and presentable.

At that time, the exchange rate between RMB and HKD was roughly 1:1. HKD 30,000 had strong purchasing power. Imported bags that cost three or four thousand RMB in mainland China only sold for one or two thousand HKD in Hong Kong. Other items were about the same, with a large price difference.

The two chatted and laughed as they walked forward. Yan Yan hadn't been to many places, but she was still amazed by the bustling scene of Hong Kong Island.

She bought two handbags and a set of skincare products, spending about 15,000 yuan.

"Money is being spent so fast." I just bought a little bit of stuff and it's already cost so much. I immediately felt a pang of regret.

"Not spending anymore?"

"Okay, let's go back to Grandma and bring some things back for the family." There are three elderly people left behind in the village, and two children to take care of. We need to buy things for them, so we can't just spend it all on ourselves.

She was annoyed that some scoundrel had spent so much money without even blinking.

They packed their bags in a bag, then went to the entrance and bought two cups of milk tea. The two of them sipped their milk tea and started looking for the rest of the group.

But there's no rush. Just like any normal couple, they stroll hand in hand.

"Brother, let me tell you, Ruru is in love."

"Oh? Which rich kid is it?"

"Are you reluctant to part with those long legs?" She gave the man a wary look.

"No, I'm just curious." Qin Dahe pursed his lips. He always kept himself pure when he was out and about, at most stealing a glance at a beautiful woman.

Yan Yan hummed a couple of times before starting to talk about Ruru's boyfriend.

"She's amazing, she pursued him herself, and he was even her former counselor at Anhui Medical University."

"Wow, that's exciting." A teacher-student relationship, huh? Definitely unconventional. "His boyfriend is so much older than her, don't his family care?"

When I pass by Jiuzi again, I'll ask him properly. How come I didn't get to know such a big juicy story? Damn.

"Sure, they're living together now. Let's go back and take a look."

"Row."

Further ahead was the lingerie section of the mall, where Qin Dahe was thinking of having his wife buy two nice sets so he could "enjoy" himself when they got back.

Things like Victoria's Secret are really exciting to watch.

As a result, Yan Yan refused to go in no matter what, and even pulled him by the ear to walk forward.

Many beautiful women come and go here, and they dress extremely daringly.

"Shameless, staring at someone's chest again."

"Bullshit, you're not short of goods, why would I look at others?" he said righteously.

"you"

They were playfully bickering as they walked forward when they ran into her aunt and mother at the turn. Yan Yan's face immediately turned red, and she hid her hands.

At that moment, she wished she could disappear into a crack in the ground; it was so embarrassing.

The two middle-aged women smiled at each other. Young people, it's normal for them to bicker and joke around.

"Mom, where's Uncle?" Qin Dahe asked, breaking the awkward silence.

"It seems he ran into a former colleague. He's chatting with someone on the third floor. We'll go up there for dinner later."

While they were talking, they finally arrived at the mother and baby section, and Yan Yan quickly started buying clothes for her baby.

According to Qin's mother, the child doesn't need to be bought such an expensive item.

But the couple still felt they should buy a nice outfit for their child, so that if the child couldn't wear it later, they could give it to their son's child.

Men earn money so that their families can spend it.

The group then went inside, but the children's clothes were really expensive; a single set cost seven or eight hundred yuan, more expensive than adult clothes.

"Buy Qingsong a larger summer outfit so he can wear it next year."

"What about celadon?"

"I'll pick out a dress so we can take lots of photos when we get back."

"Isn't that a bad idea?" Yan Yan hesitated.

"Alright, let's buy a nice set for each of them. I'll pay. Parents hate it when they show favoritism." Qin's mother glared at her son without any politeness.

She couldn't stand it anymore. What kind of arrogant attitude was this? Favoring girls over boys? Her two grandchildren were both good kids. It was only a thousand yuan for a set.

Today she also exchanged 10,000 Hong Kong dollars and went straight to pick out a cool little jacket for her grandson.

I can still wear it now that it's getting cold, but I'm thinking that I can just have it altered to a larger size next year.

Ultimately, it's because they can't bear to spend eight or nine hundred yuan on a set of clothes that they can only wear for a few months.

Although it hurt, you have to spend money when you need to. After gritting your teeth and paying the bill, you feel much more relaxed.

"Grandpa, Grandma spent so much money, you must come and visit me more often when you get old."

The words made the couple burst into laughter, but they dared not laugh openly, and they turned their backs, feeling extremely uncomfortable.

My aunt smiled and bought a set as well; it was her own grand-nephew, so at least she had a gift to give him.

Qin's mother wanted to refuse, but she was persuaded to stay.

"Big sister, let Qingsong and the others come to Shenzhen to visit whenever they want. We have a long future ahead of us," she said with a smile, and paid the money directly.

When I came, my older sister bought her son a gold brick, which was quite expensive. It was just a return gift. The clothes weren't worth much.

After buying clothes for the baby, Yanyan went to buy some nutritional supplements for the baby.

When it comes to things that go into her mouth, Qin's mother doesn't hesitate to spend money; this is how Chinese people have always thought.

The two little ones were waving their arms and legs at the children's play area of ​​the baby store, probably wanting to go in and play.

However, there are many children here, and the place is crowded, so we dare not let them stumble and fall while playing.

If they get bullied, the adults will be so worried.

"Let's go upstairs for dinner. The restaurant Rongxiang booked today is pretty good." The little guy was unhappy when he was pushed away, but he was forcibly suppressed.

The restaurants also serve Cantonese cuisine. Whether it's the accent or the eating habits, Hong Kong Island is quite similar to Guangdong.

When I got upstairs, my uncle was ordering food.

"Dahe, is there anything you'd like to eat?"

Do you have black pepper beef ribs?

"Haha, you really know how to eat! This is one of our signature dishes."

Black pepper beef short ribs are a typical fusion dish between Chinese and Western cuisine. Originally made in Cantonese cuisine, it requires both full cooking and tender, juicy textures, and only old Cantonese restaurants can make it taste so good.

Later generations sold beef short ribs soaked in alkaline water. They were tender, but they lost the original flavor of beef.

After looking at the menu, Qin Dahe ordered another braised red chicken. He had eaten it in his previous life, and the taste was amazing.

Red Chicken isn't a chicken, it's salted fish.

Salted fish made from dried red snapper is fragrant, salty, and fresh when braised, making it a must-have for many coastal families during the Lunar New Year.

Red snapper is considered one of the cheaper types of red fish, which is why it's widely salted.

Fish like grouper and red snapper are too expensive to marinate, as they cost several hundred yuan per kilogram.

During the meal, the table full of dishes certainly whetted everyone's appetite.

"Brother, this red fish tastes really good."

"The steak is tender too." Yan Yan kept talking.

She's been enjoying herself to the fullest in Shenzhen for the past few days, with all sorts of delicious food to enjoy every day.

"This is short rib, not steak," Qin Dahe said with a smile as he picked up a piece and ate it.

The beef short ribs have a firmer texture, which is typical of beef short ribs marinated in pure vegetable juice; it's not as effective as using baking soda.

But the beef flavor is very strong, it's juicy, and the mild spiciness of the black pepper is just right.

My uncle also ordered a braised abalone, made with dried abalone, which was quite expensive.

Fresh abalone is actually not very tasty; it's like rubber and doesn't have the same flavor as dried abalone.

The two families have really been lavish on food and drink lately, and Xiao Linzi hasn't been able to enjoy it even once.

In my aunt's words, it's because of overnutrition; there's no need to eat so much good food.

It's somewhat similar to parents twenty years from now: raising children frugally and mothers lavishly, with her clothes and bags costing tens of thousands of yuan each.

After finishing their meal, the two little ones had a bottle of formula, and they were so anxious they almost started talking.

"Baby, when you're a little bigger, Daddy will catch fish for you to eat," Yan Yan said with a grin, having already eaten her fill.

Anyway, I eat less rice and more vegetables now, and I don't seem to gain weight.

"Uh!"

"Baba!"

Qin Dahe scooped up his daughter and bounced her around a couple of times with delight. She was so cute.

"Dad will buy you a big yacht and take you out to play in the future."

"Uh!"

"How much does a big yacht cost?" Qin's mother picked up her grandson, and the group came out.

We'd had enough to eat and drink, so it was time to go somewhere else to have fun.

However, it was time for the little ones to go to bed, so we had to head back first.

It's very convenient to travel between Shenzhen and Hong Kong Island; I'll definitely visit again next time.

Paying parking fees really hurts; it's 30 yuan an hour. Twenty years from now, anyone charging like that will be reported to the police.

"It's really expensive here," Yan Yan was still complaining in the car.

"The Four Asian Tigers, so it's okay if their prices are a little higher."

The car headed north and soon arrived at the Lok Ma Chau border crossing, also known as the Futian border crossing. It's the same place, but with different names on both sides.

The check upon returning will be stricter. You'll need to briefly describe what you bought. Normally, they won't search your car.

Especially since there were two babies in the car, it was easy to get through as long as we had a pass.

However, some private car owners nearby were also asked to stop and undergo a thorough inspection.

It's mainly a matter of appearance and temperament.

Anyone with a menacing look or shifty eyes will be checked, and during special periods, not a single vehicle will be overlooked.

"Brother, the babies can't hold on any longer." Seeing that both of her children were starting to close their eyes, Yan Yan couldn't help but get anxious.

If you sleep on the bus, you'll wake up as soon as you get off, and then you can forget about sleeping in the afternoon.

I have to go to bed early at night, and then I have to drink milk and have my diaper changed again at three or four in the morning. It's driving me crazy.

"I know, there are no more cars ahead." There are too many trucks here, so it's hard to pick up speed.

The pace picked up only at the mangrove forest; we had to wait at traffic lights along the way, and the two little ones were already asleep.

After parking the car at home, Qin's mother and Yan Yan quickly carried the child inside, without even having time to pack clothes and skincare products.

Qin Dahe could only keep these things safe, and his uncle helped carry some of them upstairs.

After he went upstairs, the two little ones sat on the bed with wide eyes, looking at everyone with innocent expressions.

"Not asleep?"

"No, she woke up when I changed her diaper." Yan Yan glared at her two children, annoyed.

(End of this chapter)