"It should."
Zhou Chen did not take credit for it. Although Su Daqiang was not very nice to him, he was still clear about being filial when it came time to be filial, and it really didn't take up too much of his time.
"I heard from dad that you seem to have opened a bar, and business seems to be pretty good, right?"
"It's not bad. It was when Mingyu handed it over to me that the foundation was very good. I've only been in charge for a dozen days."
The business of June Bar is indeed good now, and it makes a profit every day, but Zhou Chen did not take all the credit for himself. If it were not for the foundation of the bar itself, it would be impossible for him to become popular so quickly even if he sang a few original songs.
"Seeing that you are all doing well now, I, as your eldest brother, feel relieved."
Su Mingzhe said this, but he felt a little uncomfortable in his heart, because he could not compare with Su Mingyu. Now Zhou Chen, with Mingyu's help, was doing better than him, which made him, as the eldest brother, feel a huge gap.
Now he would no longer think that Zhou Chen could live a good life because of Su Mingyu's help, because he had already known the experiences of his two younger siblings from his father. As the eldest brother, he had no right to accuse Zhou Chen of relying on Su Mingyu.
Su Mingyu put down the phone she was using to take pictures and asked Su Mingzhe, "Brother, I heard that you had some trouble here, so you couldn't bring dad to America. What kind of trouble did you encounter?"
Before coming, Zhou Chen had told her not to ask this question, but she couldn't help it. She wanted to know what was going on and whether there was a problem with her sister-in-law.
Su Mingzhe was a little embarrassed and said thoughtfully, "It's not a big deal. I just discussed with your sister-in-law about changing houses."
Su Mingyu believed it when she heard it, and said with a smile: "Change to a bigger house? Sure, brother, you are doing well now."
Because she had never contacted Su Mingzhe before, she didn't know where Su Mingzhe lived. When she heard that Su Mingzhe wanted to move to a bigger house, she naturally thought that her elder brother wanted to move to a bigger house.
After this boast, Su Mingzhe's expression became even more rigid, and he could only grit his teeth and continue to brag.
"Isn't it because last time I came back, I told your sister-in-law that our father wanted to come to America to retire. Coincidentally, your sister-in-law's parents also wanted to come. Your sister-in-law is the only daughter in her family, so her parents can only rely on her, and I can't stop them.
But if both sets of parents come over, the current house will not be big enough for them, so I am thinking of moving to a bigger house. A few days ago, we also saw a good one and we are talking to the landlord..."
Listening to Su Mingzhe's serious bragging, Zhou Chen who was sitting in the back row really couldn't stand it anymore and wanted to say, "Brother, I'm so disappointed in you."
Although he didn't say that, Zhou Chen still interrupted: "Brother, we are all brothers and sisters, you should tell the truth."
Su Mingzhe, who was about to continue speaking, was suddenly interrupted by Zhou Chen and his expression immediately became very awkward.
"Ming Yang, I am telling the truth, right?"
Su Mingyu's expression suddenly became surprised when she heard Zhou Chen's words: "Mingyang, what did you say?"
Zhou Chen ignored Su Mingzhe's ugly expression and pointed it out directly.
"Brother, if it was just a house problem, you wouldn't be hiding it. But even if you don't tell the truth, I can guess a little. You are so filial. If you don't bring dad over at this time, it must not be a house problem, but you have encountered a bigger problem."
"It's either a financial or work issue, or it's a sister-in-law issue."
"squeak……"
Su Mingzhe slammed on the brakes and said with an unpleasant expression, "It's not your sister-in-law's problem. Your sister-in-law is very filial and she doesn't object to me bringing dad over."
Although he had a conflict with his wife over the issue of supporting his father, this was their family matter and he would still defend his wife when others talked about it.
"Then it's an economic or work problem?" Su Mingyu asked.
Su Mingzhe felt extremely ashamed and was exposed on the spot by his younger siblings, which dealt a huge blow to his self-esteem.
Zhou Chen said: "Brother, if you don't tell us, we have already guessed it. Why bother? This is not something shameful. We are brothers. Would we laugh at you?"
"Why not?"
Su Mingzhe suddenly raised his head and said in a louder voice: "Everyone knows that I am a top student who studied in the United States. If others knew that I, a so-called top student, can't even find a job now, how would they look at me? How would you look at me?"
"Is face really that important?"
Although Zhou Chen knew what Su Mingzhe was thinking, he still couldn't understand it. Now it was a difficult time and even life had become a problem, but Su Mingzhe still considered his own face and self-esteem first.
"Important, of course it is important."
Su Mingzhe said in a deep voice: "After decades of hard study, if I can't even find a job in the end, then what is the point of all my efforts and struggles over the years?"
"Mingyu, Mingyang, if you come to visit me and your sister-in-law, I welcome you very much. But if you just come to see how I am doing, you already know that I have lost my job. If you want to laugh at me, then go ahead. But when you are done, go back."
"Brother, what are you talking about?"
Su Mingyu was angry: "You are our eldest brother, how could we laugh at you? And you are a top student at Stanford, how could you not find a job?"
Su Mingzhe said, "That's because you don't understand the pressure our industry is under. There are too many technicians like me, and the Americans are not kind at all. I worked in my previous company for so many years, but they laid me off just because they wanted to lay off employees. As Chinese, we have no way out because we are too weak."
"Okay, Mingyu, Mingyang, I don't want to say too much. I'll take you to meet your sister-in-law and Xiao Mi first."
After saying that, Su Mingzhe started the car again with a gloomy expression.
Zhou Chen did not completely agree with what Su Mingzhe said. Su Mingzhe was right that foreigners were indeed ruthless, but the reason why Su Mingzhe could not find a job was also related to his own personality.
He is very concerned about his reputation, cannot let go of his status, and is unwilling to do physical work.
Of course, there is nothing wrong with Su Mingzhe's idea. He has studied hard for more than ten years just to have a better life. If he were to do manual labor, then what was the point of studying hard for so many years? Then what would be the use of the skills and knowledge he learned?
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 150 Difficulties of Chinese in Foreign Countries
Su Mingzhe didn't say a word throughout the rest of the journey, until he arrived at his home, his mood recovered a little.
"Mingyu, Mingyang, your sister-in-law has already started cooking early in the morning, let's go in."
Su Mingyu and Zhou Chen looked at each other. The atmosphere today was a bit awkward, and they both didn't want to go in.
But I'm already at the door, how can I not go in?
As soon as he entered the villa, Zhou Chen saw a woman in an apron walking towards him, welcoming him with a smile on her face.
"You must be Mingyu and Mingyang, right? I've heard Mingzhe talk about you a long time ago. Today is our first official meeting. Hello."
"Sister-in-law." "Sister-in-law."
"Come in and sit down. The meal will be ready soon. Mingzhe, go get your brother and sister a cup of coffee."
Wu Fei led Zhou Chen and the others in, then called Su Mingzhe, but found that Su Mingzhe had already walked into the kitchen and didn't even look back. This made her feel puzzled and she didn't know what had happened.
"Mingyu, Mingyang, please sit down first. I'll go get you some coffee."
After arranging Zhou Chen and Su Mingyu on the sofa, Wu Fei walked into the kitchen and asked Su Mingzhe who was standing in front of the sink: "Mingzhe, what's wrong with you?"
Su Mingzhe looked unhappy: "Mingyu and Mingyang already know that I'm unemployed."
Wu Fei was relieved: "If you know, just know. It's not something shameful."
"What……"
Su Mingzhe was about to get angry, but when he thought of his younger brothers and sisters, he could only hold back his anger: "If they knew I was unemployed, they would definitely laugh at me, and they would tell Dad and the others when they go back. I would be so embarrassed."
Wu Fei whispered, "It's already this hour, and you're still thinking about your face. They are your biological brothers and sisters, how could they laugh at you? You're overthinking it."
"Okay, don't think too much. It's been so many years, and this is the first time Mingyu and Mingyang come here, and it may be the last time. Don't be so rude, it's so ugly."
Su Mingzhe took a deep breath. He knew that Wu Fei was right, so he suppressed his anger and cooked with Wu Fei.
"Aunt, uncle."
At this time, Zhou Chen and Su Mingyu had already started playing with Xiao Mi, especially Su Mingyu, who was melted by Xiao Mi's cuteness. She hugged Xiao Mi and felt very distressed.
"So cute, Mingyang, you should get married soon and give me a cute niece like this."
Zhou Chen looked helpless: "You can't give birth yourself."
Meals came quickly and four adults and one child sat around a table.
"Mingyu, Mingyang, today is your first time here, I'd like to toast you."
Wu Fei was very enthusiastic and kept talking to Zhou Chen and Su Mingyu at the dinner table. Su Mingyu also responded quite enthusiastically, especially when talking about Xiao Mi, she liked her very much.
Halfway through the meal, Su Mingyu asked about her doubts.
"Brother, sister-in-law, don't blame me for being nosy. Since you are not living very happily in the United States, why don't you return home?"
Su Mingzhe remained silent, while Wu Fei sighed and replied, "America does have many disadvantages, but we have lived here for more than ten years and have long been accustomed to everything here. How can we easily give up the green card that we spent so many years to get? Even if we return to China, who can guarantee that it will be as good as here?
So, it’s not that we don’t want to go back, but we simply can’t go back, and we don’t dare to go back. In fact, in America, there are many people like us who would rather live a hard life here than go back, because they don’t dare to face the disappointed eyes of their relatives and friends...”
After listening to this, Su Mingyu and Zhou Chen remained silent. They had not experienced this, so they did not quite understand what Su Mingzhe and the others were thinking, but they could understand their difficulties and helplessness.
They didn't stay in Su Mingzhe's house for long and left in the afternoon. Su Mingzhe sent them back.
When they parted, Zhou Chen said to Su Mingzhe seriously: "Brother, face is important, but people don't live just for face. I think a man who makes his wife and children live a better life is a qualified man and husband;
Don't think too much. We are brothers. We won't laugh at you, let alone look down on you. Brothers can help each other, but the premise is that you are willing to let us help you. That's all I have to say. Whether you listen to me or not is up to you."
Even though Su Mingzhe is hypocritical, arrogant, and face-conscious, he is still a brother to Zhou Chen, and Zhou Chen does not want Su Mingzhe to live an unhappy life.
Su Mingyu also spoke up: "Brother, I don't know what to say, but I agree with Mingyang's words. As a man, the lives of his wife and children are much more important than his own face and self-esteem."
Su Mingzhe's face was gloomy and uncertain. He also wanted his wife and daughter to live a better life, but he also couldn't let go of his own pride.
"Mingyu, Mingyang, you guys go up."
"Brother, we will be returning home in two days. Before we leave, we plan to treat you and sister-in-law to a meal."
"Forget about the meal. When you leave, let us know and I'll see you off."
…………
Watching Su Mingzhe drive away, Su Mingyu couldn't help but sigh: "Brother's temper has really not changed at all over the years."
"This is called dying for dignity and suffering in vain."
Zhou Chen does not agree with Su Mingzhe, a man who disregards his wife and daughter for the sake of face. Sister-in-law Wu Fei is realistic and sometimes makes people uncomfortable, but she is much better than Su Mingzhe.
"We will be back in three days. If you have anywhere else to go these days, go and have a look." Su Mingyu said to Zhou Chen.
Zhou Chen: "It would be boring if I go alone. You have to spare a day or two for us to have a good time in San Francisco. After being siblings for almost 30 years, we have never traveled to such a far place together. Let's have a good time this time."
Su Mingyu thought for a moment and replied with a smile: "Okay, then I will arrange all the work tomorrow, and we will have a good day of fun the day after tomorrow."
"That's right."
Two days before leaving, Zhou Chen and Su Mingyu hired a special car from the hotel and started to travel around various attractions in San Francisco from morning to night. They had a great time so much that they slept the whole way back on the plane.
In fact, before leaving America, Su Mingyu did one more thing, which was to help Su Mingzhe find a job.
The day after Zhou Chen returned to China, he received a call from Yi Fei, who asked him to meet in a recording studio in Suzhou. She said that she had already recorded demos of three new songs for her and asked him to come over to listen to the results.
When Zhou Chen knew about this, he was very surprised. You know, the three songs he gave were all the best of the best and not so easy to master. How long has it been since then, and the demo was released so soon?
So he immediately went to the address sent by Yi Fei and met Yi Fei in the recording studio.
When he saw Yi Fei in the recording studio, he thought he had recognized the wrong person.
The Yi Fei that Zhou Chen had seen before was always dressed fashionably and had an outstanding temperament, but at this moment, Yi Fei had disheveled hair, wore casual clothes, and looked unkempt. She was completely different from her previous self.
"Are you Yi Fei?"
Yi Fei seemed not to notice the shock in Zhou Chen's eyes. She pulled his hand and rushed into the recording studio.
"Su Mingyang, please come and listen to my demo. Your song is so well written. I have been recording it for several days, but I always feel that something is wrong. Can you give me some advice?"
Arriving at the recording studio, Zhou Chen looked at the lunch boxes and mineral water on the table, as well as the simple small bed made of several chairs and the bedding on it, and asked in disbelief.
"Yi Fei, you haven't left here for a few days, have you been recording here all the time?"
Yi Fei raised her head in surprise: "Yes, is there any problem?"
The corner of Zhou Chen's mouth twitched. Who could have thought that Yi Fei could be so sloppy? This attitude could no longer be described as dedicated. It was simply to the point of forgetting to eat and sleep.
Because of Yi Fei's spirit, even though he hadn't heard the demo yet, he had already recognized Yi Fei in his heart.
Looking at Yi Fei's expectant eyes, Zhou Chen nodded and said, "Okay, play it now. I want to hear if there are any questions."
(End of this chapter)
Chapter 151 The Elusive Woman
Putting on headphones, Zhou Chen signaled Yi Fei to start playing.
More than ten minutes later, Zhou Chen looked serious, with confusion and surprise on his face. Yi Fei had indeed recorded all three songs.
Two of the demos performed better than he expected, but the other one was very average and did not live up to the level of a hit song.
The three songs he selected are all masterpieces from his world, and all of them are songs by superstar female singers.
"How should I put it, Yi Fei, you sang two of the songs really well, and the other one did not meet my expectations, but overall, it was pretty good."
Yi Fei's eyes, which had been dark circles, suddenly shone with excitement, and she shouted excitedly: "You mean, I passed your test? You can sell these three songs to me?"
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