Era: Starting with the struggle to refuse being taken advantage of

Chapter 39 Permanent Model 28 Bicycle
Knowing that Wang Zidong had misunderstood him, Wang Chengpeng did not intend to explain.

Before everything settles down, he still has to act like he cares a lot about this marriage.

As for what Wang Zidong meant, Wang Chengpeng couldn't help but reveal a bitter smile.

The Liu family kept saying they only wanted Wang Chengpeng to give them an answer, but if he really bought something cheap, then what awaited him was hellish torture.

In his past life, he bought a bicycle that was reasonably priced, not one that he had ordered, and Zhou Erhua scolded him so badly that he couldn't save face.

He even went so far as to shamelessly go to the county to return the item, which barely saved his right to marry Liu Yanran.

This family of bloodsuckers, who are no less ruthless than the eldest uncle and grandmother, are not to be trifled with.

Zhou Erhua's original words were as follows:
"Cheng Peng, all we really need is an attitude."

"But if you're offering such low-end goods as a bride price, I really can't see any intention of you wanting to marry our Yanran."

"Why don't you go home and think it over carefully, and think about whether you really like Yanran that much, and whether you really want to get married."

"If you haven't thought it through yet, you can still back out before the betrothal gifts are given."

It was common knowledge throughout Wangjia Village that Wang Chengpeng liked Liu Yanran. Zhou Erhua's words were not because she didn't want to marry her daughter to Wang Chengpeng.

She's just taking advantage of Wang Chengpeng's affection for his daughter to bully him.

In the end, the Wang family had to add another two or three hundred yuan to finally raise a dowry that satisfied the Liu family.

Without further ado, after the two had eaten and drunk their fill, they soon rode their bicycles to the state-run department store.

Today is Sunday, a day off for the factories, and the state-run department stores are packed with people.

Few men can resist a car, so after locking the bicycles outside, the two headed straight for their destination.

"Flying Pigeon is fast, Forever is durable, and Phoenix is ​​really good"—this simple and easy-to-understand rhyme summarizes the three bicycle brands.

In addition, there are Yingwu, Hongxing, and Jiangmen brand bicycles, all of which are known for their sturdiness and durability.

Their superior quality has made it possible for a single car model to be passed down through three generations.

If you're going to watch something, watch the best!

With this in mind, the two of them stepped through the crowded throng and went to the spot where the Forever brand bicycles were displayed.

Aside from some regular bicycles, a Forever 28-inch bicycle placed in the center stands out, its black frame exuding an air of luxury under the sunlight.

Almost all exposed metal parts are carefully plated with chrome, which not only makes them look more aesthetically pleasing but also prevents them from rusting to the greatest extent.

Of course, the most eye-catching feature of this bicycle is its large 28-inch diameter wheels, which are enough to allow the rider to easily handle various road conditions. This is also the origin of the name "Forever Type 28".

With its front basket and rear rack, this is clearly Wang Chengpeng's dream vehicle, allowing him to easily carry more goods.

Not only Wang Chengpeng was fond of it, but even Wang Zidong's eyes lit up as he looked at the bicycle, murmuring:
"If I could buy a bicycle like this, my life would have been worthwhile."

"Forget about buying it, I'd even be happy if I could just ride it once and have some fun."

However, Wang Zidong also knew that such a thing was just wishful thinking. Even if someone was rich, they wouldn't spend so much money on a bicycle.

Wouldn't it be better to use that money to buy more meat and eat it at home?

Even if you absolutely must buy a bicycle, there are plenty of cheaper alternatives.

Thinking this, Wang Zidong pulled Wang Chengpeng along, ready to leave. Some things are best enjoyed just by looking at them; buying them would be too much to bear.

Although he immediately took a liking to the bicycle, Wang Chengpeng didn't refuse, considering that it's always good to compare prices before buying, and followed Wang Zidong to other areas to browse.

Phoenix brand bicycles look slightly better and are therefore more popular with the public.

Flying Pigeon bicycles, on the other hand, prioritize speed and reduce cargo capacity, so they were not within Wang Chengpeng's consideration.

As for the Yingwu, Hongxing, and Jiangmen brand bicycles that followed, although they were cost-effective, none of them had the same appeal as the Forever 28 model bicycle that made me fall in love at first sight.

I've made up my mind, so I'll buy it.

However, just as Wang Chengpeng was about to take Wang Zidong back, he saw Wang Zidong stop and point to a fairly decent bicycle in front of him, saying:
"Pengzi, didn't you want to buy a bicycle?"

"I think this one is pretty good; it's sturdy and durable, and the price isn't too high."

"Plus, the style is nice, my sister-in-law will definitely like it, it's a good choice."

Wang Zidong was referring to a Red Star brand bicycle, whose bright red color looked both stylish and not old-fashioned.

Most importantly, as a betrothal gift, bright red is always more festive.

It's almost a replica of the bicycle from his previous life; in his previous life, Wang Zidong also recommended this bicycle to Wang Chengpeng.

Wang Chengpeng bought this bicycle because of its aesthetic appeal, practicality, and cost-effectiveness.

Unexpectedly, their efforts only earned them a lukewarm response, forcing them to exchange their bicycle for a Phoenix brand one.

Shaking his head slightly to dispel the unpleasant memories, Wang Chengpeng smiled and said:
"I'm here today to buy a bicycle for myself, not to buy any dowry."

"Do you really think the Liu family would accept a used car as a bride price?"

"I came here today to choose a bicycle. I think the Forever 28-inch bicycle I had before was pretty good. Shall we go back and take another look?"

Although he followed Wang Chengpeng, Wang Zidong's face was full of "Are you kidding me?" expressions.

It's unclear whether he didn't believe Wang Chengpeng was there to buy him a bicycle, or whether he didn't believe the Liu family would reject a used bicycle that had only been used for a little over ten days.

As Wang Chengpeng pulled him closer and closer to the Forever 28-inch bicycle, Wang Zidong's expression grew increasingly puzzled. Finally, he couldn't help but ask:

"Pengzi, are you serious?"

"I think that bicycle was pretty good. It's both good-looking and affordable. There's no need to buy such a flashy but impractical bicycle."

"Besides, with the rugged look of the Forever 28-inch bicycle, your sister-in-law wouldn't like it."

Wang Chengpeng said, "The Forever 28 bicycle is not flashy or impractical at all. It is very practical and has excellent cargo carrying capacity."

"As you know, I always carry a lot of bags when I go to town, so it's really inconvenient to ride a regular bicycle."

"Alright, stop trying to persuade me. I'm going to go pick up the goods now."

To Wang Zidong's astonishment, Wang Chengpeng actually pushed through the crowd of onlookers and said:

"Salesperson, this bicycle is nice, I'll take it!"

(End of this chapter)