[{"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-198":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},890958,1166,"Chapter 198: Gifts","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-198",198,"\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng prepared beer for Mr. Laine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Something D people love most, Laine really missed it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beer was just the appetizer, she also prepared authentic D country cuisine, roast pork knuckle.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Moreover, Jiang Cheng thoughtfully prepared juice for Andrew.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng ran to many supply and sales cooperatives for this apple juice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The four of them sat around the dining table, eating the dishes Jiang Cheng had carefully prepared, making Mr. and Mrs. Laine feel at home for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang—I can’t believe how much thought you’ve put into this.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Laine expressed her gratitude, Jiang Cheng smiled and shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"That’s because you deserve it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I know these words shouldn’t be said by me...\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Corner of Director Mu: It’s starting!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng hesitated, took a deep breath.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our country is still at a nascent stage, yet you chose to come to Hua Xia at this time. As a Hua Xia person, I thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although I’m just a small translator, we Hua Xia people inherently understand gratitude.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I may not be able to give grand gifts, but I’m willing to make an effort to see your happiness.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. and Mrs. Laine were moved by Jiang Cheng’s heartfelt words, and after being moved, they felt a bit guilty.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because they have decided to delay their investment decision.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang—we haven’t decided to invest this time—\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng looked puzzled, seemingly not understanding why they were telling her this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Investment is a big thing, how can it be decided hastily.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Each decision you make affects many people below, such things certainly require deep consideration.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I believe when you make this decision, it must be the most appropriate one at the moment!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s understanding made Mr. and Mrs. Laine feel even more appreciated.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the eyes of Mr. and Mrs. Laine, Jiang Cheng is a kind, sincere person who truly has their interests at heart!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ordinary people would probably leverage Andrew’s rescue to directly request them to invest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But Jiang Cheng never mentioned it, instead, she cared about whether they were eating well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Laine emotionally grabbed Jiang Cheng’s hand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang, you are the kindest girl I’ve ever met!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you for your praise, Mrs. Laine, I think so too!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng playfully winked, the atmosphere around the dining table couldn’t be better.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A harmonious and delightful dinner thus ended, Jiang Cheng took out three wrapped gifts, giving them to the Laine family.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"This is something I prepared myself, hope you like it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. and Mrs. Laine opened their respective boxes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Laine pulled out a wooden cross, intricately carved, not a single burr, with a faint wood scent.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At first glance, Mr. and Mrs. Laine fell in love with it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This cross gave a simple and natural feel, making her feel slightly closer to the call to the Lord.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang, I love it very much! Really love it! Thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mrs. Laine thanked, Jiang Cheng smiled and said, \"As long as you like it.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next was Mr. Laine’s gift.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It was a stack of cards.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A stack of D language-written cards, recorded with all the recipes of today’s dishes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The gift absolutely wasn’t expensive, could even be called without spending money, yet Mr. Laine was touched by such an unpretentious gift.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang, thank you! I like them very much! I love the taste of these dishes.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng still smiled sincerely.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As long as you like it!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Whenever you make these dishes in the future, you will remember that there’s someone in Hua Xia who gave you a recipe.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng did not believe, eating her dishes every day, that Mr. and Mrs. Laine wouldn’t come back to invest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. and Mrs. Laine finished, only Andrew was left.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andrew was a bit excited because his gift was the biggest.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andrew opened the box, his small mouth opened round, surprised to pull out one of the comic books inside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Great Sage Equalling Heaven!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andrew spoke in imperfect pronunciation, Jiang Cheng immediately gave a thumbs up and said, \"Awesome!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andrew eagerly showcased his gift.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Mom—this is a complete set of Journey to the West!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow, it’s all handwritten translations on it!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I love it so much!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Andrew’s excitement was seen by Mr. and Mrs. Laine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their liking for Jiang Cheng was evident, a handwritten translated version of Journey to the West comics, absolutely unique.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>More importantly, the time and effort put behind this book moved both deeply.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This moment, at this moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both felt it’s a sin not to spend money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang—you are really too good! Please allow us to do something.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng seemed startled by Mr. and Mrs. Laine’s words, she wanted to say something but swallowed it with a smile and a shake of her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang, you can say it directly, we are very willing to help you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. and Mrs. Laine were very sincere.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was also moved by this sincerity, looking embarrassed and said, \"I want... I want to trouble you to introduce a plastic production line to our Sea City plastic factory.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In Mr. and Mrs. Laine’s minds flashed many potential requests Jiang Cheng might make.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>But they never thought it would be this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Plastic factory?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Laine continued puzzled, \"Do you have any connection with the plastic factory?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng immediately shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No connection whatsoever! If Sea City didn’t need plastic film, I couldn’t have come to Sea City.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. and Mrs. Laine exchanged a look, even more puzzled.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Then why not ask for something for yourself, instead of for a factory director?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s bright smile paired with her clear eyes, her face was a picture of sincerity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Because they need it more!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Because they need it more, those few words were resounding, powerful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At that moment, Mr. and Mrs. Laine suddenly felt very small.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The vastness of the girl’s vision before them, beyond their imagination.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Mr. Laine was the first to stand up, extending his hand to Jiang Cheng: \"Jiang, I admire you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Thank you!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After a talk, Mr. and Mrs. Laine couldn’t have a better impression of Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Combined with Andrew’s presence, the four of them talked for a long time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As they chatted, Mr. and Mrs. Laine decided to purchase a batch of wooden jigsaw blocks and hard puzzles from Sea City’s toy factory.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng constantly tried to prevent Mr. and Mrs. Laine.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I just gave Andrew these to play with, not to make you spend money.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Please do not!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng kept blocking, while Mr. and Mrs. Laine kept adding orders.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As for the Sea City toy factory currently not having these two products... it’s not important!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They just wanted to spend money for Jiang Cheng!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was sweating trying to stop them!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The persona today was crafted perhaps a bit too successfully!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Mu in the corner was also seeing such a scene for the first time.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Hua Xia trying to stop the opposition from spending money, while the opposition insisted on spending money.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Mu had a bit of memory confusion for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This scene seemed like when giving red envelopes in childhood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Anyways, Mr. and Mrs. Laine didn’t invest, but didn’t come for nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Most importantly, the fishing line Jiang Cheng cast was long enough, it was cast all the way to their dining table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was confident, next time Mr. and Mrs. Laine come, investment will surely follow.\u003C\u002Fp>",1231,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.787Z",1,"novelbin.me","7ffc526376997349fe3bc8d68c53b5f86e85b62ef398fc704f72ce9f10e28562","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-297","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-296",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]