In 1959, what's wrong with me pedaling a tricycle?

In fact, Wang Xingguo didn't care who was better than him; he was just here to show his face and make his presence known.

It's that simple. As long as people know that he ate and drank with this group of people, he will naturally be interpreted as someone from the same circle.

Regardless of how others interpret it, the goal has been achieved.

With this groundwork laid, and after greeting these people, naturally no one would come looking for trouble for him.

It's just that his reputation is a bit damaged. After all, he's being categorized with these lowly soldiers, and those who were bullied by them naturally group him in the same category as them.

At this moment, however, Wang Xingguo only wanted to protect the people around him and the people in his workplace; he was powerless to help with anything else.

Wang Xingguo asked, "Does anyone here know anyone in Nanluoguxiang? Remember to take care of that big courtyard I built before, the one with the trust shop. Many of my relatives live there. Don't let the flood wash away the Dragon King Temple, and we end up not recognizing each other anymore."

Zhang Xiangdong, who was at the next table, raised his hand and said, "Brother Wang, I know that area well. One of my brothers is leading the team. Don't worry, I'll talk to him about it tomorrow. We can't let it become a laughing stock where our own people fight each other."

Wang Xingguo laughed heartily and said, "Then thank you very much, little brother. I'll toast you."

Zhang Xiangdong was very excited. This was Wang Xingguo's toast, so he quickly picked up his glass and drank it with him.

Jiang Haiyang said to Wang Xingguo, "Brother, please greet your relatives and friends and let them know your name and relationship when they meet our brothers. We'll also let the lower-level people know, so there won't be any misunderstandings."

Wang Xingguo slapped his thigh and said, "Great idea! Haiyang's brain is really sharp. Come on, let me toast you."

"No way, it should be my brother Jing who should answer."

It has to be said that Jiang Haiyang is quite good at speaking. When others call him Brother Wang, he directly calls him Brother, which makes it seem more intimate.

Wang Xingguo couldn't possibly refuse to give him face and not accept the "brother" address.

After five courses of food, people started coming over to offer toasts, especially those who hadn't introduced themselves at the beginning. They all came over to offer toasts and introduce themselves.

Wang Xingguo welcomes all who come, drinking as much as they ask, without any hesitation.

Everyone was amazed by Wang Xingguo's drinking capacity; he really was as legendary as they said, a man who could drink a lot!

Young people admire the strong, and being able to drink is also a kind of strength.

Therefore, everyone admires Wang Xingguo. No wonder he is considered the leader of their generation; his strength speaks for itself!

Drinking inevitably involves boasting and chatting. Wang Xingguo listened to them bragging about what they had done, such as how many old items they had taken back from which warehouse.

Wang Xingguo listened attentively, planning to make time to go there and help them clean up the warehouse.

Before they knew it, it was past eight o'clock, and quite a few people had already passed out. Wang Xingguo, however, remained unfazed. Whenever someone offered him a drink, he would simply drink it into his spatial dimension. Even if he were offered ten more bottles, he wouldn't get drunk!

Zhang Weiguo, slightly drunk, said to Wang Xingguo, "Brother, next time we'll cook some better food and invite you over for drinks. This time it was a bit rushed, and the food wasn't good enough. Sorry."

Wang Xingguo laughed and said, "It's alright. It depends on who you're drinking with. Drinking with you guys makes me feel like I'm seeing my younger self again, and it makes me very happy. That's why I can drink a few more glasses tonight."

Zhang Weiguo slapped his thigh and exclaimed, "You really have a huge capacity for alcohol! I need to learn from you, brother, and strive to catch up to your drinking capacity as soon as possible!"

Wang Xingguo laughed and patted him on the shoulder, praising him for his ambition.

It was getting late, so Wang Xingguo got up to say goodbye. Those who weren't drunk went to see him off. Many people wanted to meet up with him in a couple of days after he went to get some good stuff, but Wang Xingguo politely declined, saying he was too busy with work and would make the appointments when he was less busy.

Wang Xingguo waved and rode away on his bicycle.

What they mean by "getting good products" is actually just taking other people's products and reselling them for a little money.

How so?

Most of the soldiers' parents had been sent to the countryside and didn't have much money. They wanted to eat and drink well, so they went out to make money.

Because that's the situation: when they go to vandalize and ransack homes, if they come across any valuable trinkets, they'll steal them, put them in their pockets, and then sell them for money.

Most soldiers do this, just to varying degrees; some are more restrained, while others are more unrestrained.

However, none of this concerned Wang Xingguo. He was quite satisfied with his gains tonight. With these people speaking up, he could reduce a lot of trouble for his clansmen and relatives and friends.

When Wang Xingguo got home, it was already 9:30 p.m. He told Grandpa Lin about what had happened that night.

Wang Xingbang, who was listening nearby, asked in surprise, "Second brother, are they really that powerful? If we just let our clansmen and relatives give their names and relationships, they won't do anything malicious?"

Wang Xingguo shook his head and said, "If it's a team led by them, then there's definitely no problem. But if it's not them, but someone else who doesn't know me, then it's hard to say. However, if it's a friend or relative doing this, there's still a 70-80% chance, since they're the ones who are jumping the gun the most right now."

Grandpa Lin nodded and said, "You handled this matter very well tonight. You were quite mature and composed. You deserve praise."

Wang Xingguo laughed and said, "Grandpa, these are just a bunch of little brats. If I can't even handle them, then all these years of my life have been for nothing!"

Wang Xingguo actually felt sorry for them. Some of them were just trying to gain recognition, not that they were truly beyond redemption.

Unfortunately, given the current circumstances, no one can save anyone else.

Wang Jianhua asked, "Dad, we have a holiday tomorrow, do you have any plans?"

Wang Xingguo replied with a smile, "Son, what kind of arrangements do you want? Dad has to go to work, and by the time I get off work it will be evening. What am I going to do?"

Wang Niannian said with a grin, "Dad, give me some pocket money, I'll go shopping and buy some delicious food myself."

Wang Guowei said to Wang Niannian, "Second sister, I want to go shopping too, and I want to eat something delicious."

Wang Niannian pouted and said, "Second Sister went out with her classmates. What kind of behavior is it for you to come along?"

Wang Guowei looked at Wang Xingguo with a pitiful expression.

Wang Xingguo said helplessly, "Third brother, your second sister won't play with you, and there's nothing your father can do about it."

Wang Guowei snorted and turned his head away from Wang Xingguo.

Holding Wang Yueyue, Li Xiuping said happily, "Eldest sister, why don't you take the third sister with you? Mom will give you pocket money."

Wang Jianhua didn't mind taking his younger brother out to play, so he said to Wang Cheng'an and the others, "Big brother, if you want to bring the third brother and the others along, let's go to Wangfujing."

Wang Cheng'an nodded and said, "Okay, I still need to go to the bookstore to buy some books. Let's just eat out for lunch."

Wang Xingguo said happily, "That's good. Cheng'an, you're the eldest brother, so you have to take good care of the younger ones. We can't let them get lost."

Wang Cheng'an smiled and said, "Second Uncle, you can rest assured that I will handle things properly, there will be absolutely no problem."

"Alright, your second uncle will sponsor your lunch money and tickets. What kind of restaurant are you planning to eat at?"

After thinking for a moment, Wang Cheng'an said to Wang Jianhua, "How about we go eat some tripe?"

Wang Jianhua nodded in agreement, saying, "Sure, I want to eat tripe too."

Wang Xingguo took money and receipts out of his pocket for them. Anyway, the children were very sensible and wouldn't waste money.