[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio":3,"chapter-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-185":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rich in the 70s: I Made a Rugged Veteran a Millionaire",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},890931,1166,"Chapter 185: I Truly Want to Help","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-185",185,"\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng, watching from a certain distance, did not act rashly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She chose to observe for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>An accent from Southeast Asia... with a few foreign words popping up now and then.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If she’s not mistaken, they are from MD.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both sides were trying hard to make the other understand, but the more they talked, the more anxious they became.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just when it was getting a bit heated, Jiang Cheng stepped in.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Excuse me, sorry to interrupt, but I know a little MD language.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two foreigners, upon hearing the familiar dialect—though not very standard but understandable—looked at Jiang Cheng with surprise and excitement.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You can speak MD?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng slightly bowed her head, apologizing, \"I am fond of MD culture, so I taught myself a little, but I’ve never mastered the essence of your language, and my pronunciation isn’t very good.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In these few words, Jiang Cheng exalted the other side.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Indeed, after hearing Jiang Cheng’s words, the two people, with more smiles, said, \"Our language is indeed difficult, you’re already amazing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Really?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng showed the joy of being praised and eagerly asked them for tips on language skills.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the exchange back and forth, the three of them chatted more and more congenially.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The service clerk in the foreign exchange store watched the female comrade, who they had just looked down upon, with a complex feeling in their heart.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Being able to speak a foreign language in this era is definitely a super impressive skill.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you so much, I’ve learned a lot!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng thanked them again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"To show my gratitude, I really want to help you both in some way!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng spoke sincerely, and indeed they needed a translator.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Originally, they had finished their itinerary and suddenly remembered to buy some gifts, which led to this trip.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After reporting, the two arrived here with a foreign trade worker who couldn’t speak MD.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two parties immediately clicked.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng looked at the service clerk who had rolled her eyes at her previously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The clerk’s heart skipped a beat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Oh no!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Comrade, these two distinguished guests would like to buy gifts to take back home. Can you help them with the service?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The service clerk, originally thinking Jiang Cheng was going to make things difficult for her, immediately agreed, and together with another colleague, followed behind the three of them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next, Jiang Cheng led the two foreigners to start shopping.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She was humorous in her words, without a hint of the arrogance some major powers show towards smaller countries.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two MD people for the first time enjoyed shopping wholeheartedly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Additionally, with Jiang Cheng’s extensive knowledge, while the two were shocked that each gift here had a story, they also bought quite a few items.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From start to finish, Jiang Cheng did not make things difficult for the two clerks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s precisely this approach that started to make the two clerks feel guilty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Towards the end of shopping, the two MD people expressed their gratitude to Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was even more sincere, with a sense of regretful longing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don’t know when we’ll meet again; it’s a shame we can’t spend more time together.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two MD people were equally regretful, with one saying, \"The same for us, it’s a pity we didn’t close a deal, otherwise we could have stayed a bit longer.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh? It sounds like you’re a bit regretful?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng picked up on the topic, and the two became more willing to share.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"We wanted to purchase a batch of canned products, but we couldn’t agree on the price, so we couldn’t reach a deal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The more they talked, the more information Jiang Cheng gathered.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In short, they wanted to buy good products at a low price.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hmm... the idea is beautiful, but the reality is harsh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>However... a plan gradually formed in Jiang Cheng’s mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I really can’t bear to see you leave empty-handed... To be honest, I know the director of a food factory. Though it’s not a factory in Sea City, maybe there’s a chance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you don’t mind, I’d be willing to ask.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just can’t bear the thought of you coming all this way and returning empty-handed.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s words surprised the MD people, and they asked skeptically, \"Jiang, do you really know someone in a food factory?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course! This is my proof... Oh, I’m so silly; you don’t know Hua Xia characters.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s clumsy and straightforward actions made the two MD people believe her a bit more.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They thought Jiang Cheng was just being kind and not intentionally trying to help.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, going back empty-handed wasn’t a wise decision for them either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Making a profit was their goal.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang, we are truly grateful for your willingness to help, how can we contact you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng thought for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s better to keep the fishing line in her own hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"How about this... I’ll have the factory director come and talk to you personally, is that okay?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"The director?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two MD people were doubtful, but Jiang Cheng confidently said, \"Just give it a try, what do you have to lose?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two foreigners understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The money is still in their pockets; as long as they don’t take it out, no one can take it from them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing their agreement, Jiang Cheng then looked at the two sales clerks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Comrades, can we stay in the store a bit longer?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two clerks were already feeling guilty, and with foreign guests present, they couldn’t possibly kick them out.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you so much! I have an unusual request....\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Can I use the phone?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng successfully borrowed the phone and made a call to the plastic factory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When Director Li’s secretary answered the phone, he listened a bit and then hung up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What happened?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Li happened to come out of the office.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The secretary, seeing him, said immediately, \"It was Comrade Jiang who called this morning. She said she’s negotiating a deal with foreign guests right now, and it’s a crucial moment. She asked me to go to the guesthouse to fetch Director Lu.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Li tried to understand every word from the secretary, but he still asked one question:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The secretary scratched his head, he didn’t quite get it either.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Li was very curious and, coincidentally having nothing to do, went with the secretary to find Director Lu.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When they arrived at the guesthouse, the secretary relayed Jiang Cheng’s message, and Director Lu rushed up the stairs without a second’s delay.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait for me! I’ll be right down!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu’s swift execution greatly shocked and puzzled Director Li.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This made him even more curious.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A director so obedient, and Jiang Cheng, not even an official employee, negotiating deals with foreign guests?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Three minutes later, Director Lu and Director Lian came downstairs, each carrying a sack.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Let’s go!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu, exceedingly anxious, led the way, and seeing the car outside, was even more pleased!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter whose car it was, as long as it was fast!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With the driver included, five of them headed to the foreign exchange store.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Half an hour later, the door of the foreign exchange store jingled, and Director Lian pushed it open.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lian pushed the door open with a serious face and said to Director Lu behind him, \"Director, they’re here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu walked in with his hands behind his back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng had passed on the message.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His role now was to be a director who cares for the younger generation but is also authoritative.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Lu!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the middle of learning \"standard pronunciation\" with the two MD people, Jiang Cheng quickly stood up.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu immediately revealed a \"you youngster never let me relax\" kind of elder expression.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Why did you come here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng smiled a little affectionately.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two MD people, upon seeing this, thought: Jiang... really has connections.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind them, Director Li and the secretary witnessed Director Lu’s several \"face changes\" firsthand, and both simultaneously thought of the morning scene.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You three must be from the drama theater!!!\u003C\u002Fp>",1356,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.787Z",1,"novelbin.me","ca2da5958c7f6a9cde51083d5b601d5ea148253fa078633addda38a1e21a2611","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-283","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-282",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]