[{"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-336":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},890760,1166,"Chapter 336: Happy New Year","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-336",336,"\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng gave a helpless smile after placating Li Chunxiang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She walked out of the office, and Sun Aiguo was still there.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re not leaving yet?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Sun Aiguo made a bitter face and said, \"President Jiang, did you forget?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng searched her mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing Jiang Cheng’s expression, Sun Aiguo knew she had forgotten.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"President Jiang, you have an interview this afternoon, and you were sent an invitation to this year’s Spring Festival Gala. You can take your family to watch it live.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Here’s the invitation; just decide for yourself. But as for this afternoon’s interview, we should get going.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Upon hearing this, Jiang Cheng finally remembered and looked at Sun Aiguo appreciatively: \"Good thing you’re here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Aiguo, catching the essence, immediately said, \"Of course!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two were familiar with each other, and after joking around, Sun Aiguo reminded her of the dress code.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng had several outfits in the office for occasions like this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She went back to change into a slightly formal black-and-white suit, put on high heels, and went downstairs with Sun Aiguo.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The driver drove, and Sun Aiguo sat in the front, going over the script with Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Although it’s an interview, not every question can be asked, so the other party sent a rough interview schedule.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng listened, keeping it in mind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After finishing, they hadn’t arrived yet.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Secretary Sun, are you going back to S City for the New Year?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, heading back! My big brother’s entire family is coming back this year too. My dad keeps asking when I’ll return. If you don’t need me, I’ll leave tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go ahead, Uncle Sun and Granny Sun must miss you, right?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Aiguo pondered for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"They miss me most on the first day, but after a few days, they wish I’d leave.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My dad’s retired, and they’re having quite the life. I’d just be a bother if I went back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng laughed upon hearing this.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Although you say that, believe it or not, Uncle Sun is probably bragging about you at home.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Aiguo recalled the time he got into college and nodded, \"Yeah, finally gave him some face. A little boasting isn’t bad either.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two chatted idly, and they arrived at the TV station.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng composed herself and got out of the car.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Aiguo professionally followed behind Jiang Cheng, actively providing ID cards, and after passing inspection, they entered the TV station.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Led by staff, they went to the reception room where the station leaders and hosts were already present.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After exchanging pleasantries, they jumped into the main topic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The host was a very knowledgeable and elegant woman, asking deep questions and not making things difficult for Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both women were highly independent thinkers, and as they chatted, there was even a sense of mutual admiration.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"President Jiang, outsiders say your success came easily. Do you agree with this view?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng folded her hands in front of her chest, pondering for a moment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I don’t completely agree. Luck played a part, but my efforts went unseen by outsiders.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not to mention the people I’ve met and the era’s benefits bestowed upon me. Without any part, I wouldn’t be where I am today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"So, whether easy or not, none fully captures the journey I’ve taken.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The host nodded and responded, and the interview continued.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the interview’s end, the host asked one final question.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"President Jiang, do you have any advice for the young people actively starting businesses outside?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng gave a gentle smile.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My success can’t be replicated by others, nor can I partake in their success.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"My individual success can’t advise all young people. We’re all different, on different paths.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Keep going. When you reach an intersection, the ultimate decision is yours.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The interview concluded, and Jiang Cheng and the host chatted a bit more, exchanging contact information.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Sun Aiguo took Jiang Cheng home, officially releasing him on holiday.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng pushed open the courtyard door and heard a loud bang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow—what’s going on?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng looked at the smoke rising from the ground and then at Shen Yue and the calm Shen Xing beside him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sis, I’m throwing pop-its!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yue happily held a box of small pop-its.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Nice, keep throwing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng walked over and sat on the chair next to Shen Xing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our Young Master Shen is acting all profound here?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sis, seeing through but not revealing.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh—my mistake, my mistake, carry on.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The three played in the yard, and shortly after, Shen Que returned as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>He and Jiang Cheng tried to vacation at the same time, allowing them to spend more time together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once they were done throwing pop-its, the four went back inside, and Jiang Cheng mentioned the Spring Festival invitation, asking if anyone wanted to go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yue was excited, Shen Xing was indifferent, but Grandma Shen really wanted to go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally, Jiang Cheng decided—they’d go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Having decided, the preparations for the New Year also had to begin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They went to the big market, shopped in malls, bought New Year’s goods, and put up couplets.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The anticipation and preparations for the New Year filled these days with complete joy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the afternoon of New Year’s Eve, the family of five had their feast around two o’clock.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the meal, Grandma Shen took everyone to make dumplings, leaving them outside to freeze so they could be cooked once they returned from the Spring Gala.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the hustle, the family changed into festive clothes, and Shen Que drove to the Spring Gala hall.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the way, they heard firecracker sounds, children’s laughter and shouts.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The scent of delectable food floated from each household, though noisy, yet peaceful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen looked out the window with great emotion.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Life is so good, it feels like a dream.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seated in the middle, Shen Yue hugged Grandma Shen’s arm, sweetly saying, \"Auntie, it’ll get even better in the future.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes, yes, it will get even better!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our party is still the best. Otherwise, how would we have such good days?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The car moved forward and reached the radio station.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group got out, carried the invitation inside, underwent security checks for dangerous items, and then entered the audience seating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their seats were very close to the stage, next to a round table.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next to the round table were familiar faces, and Jiang Cheng and Shen Que went over to greet them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>They sat down, waiting for the show to start.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At 8 o’clock, the Spring Festival Gala officially began.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen and Shen Yue applauded vigorously, watching familiar faces on stage with excitement and happiness!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The show was witty and humorous, making everyone laugh heartily, rejoicing together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At the end, everyone felt it was too short, leaving them nostalgic.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The crowd lined up to leave, everyone discussing the gala content—you say this was good, I say that was good—truly a chorus of voices.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng and her group exited and drove back.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once home, Grandma Shen cooked dumplings, and the family sat in a circle, eating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hey! There’s money in mine!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Yue spat out a coin and chuckled, \"Next year I’ll definitely earn more draft fees!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next, Shen Xing ate a piece of candy, and Shen Que also found a coin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng, feeling competitive, picked and chose before snatching one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Oh—something’s in here—peanut!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen blinked, Peanut good! Life good!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng immediately understood, gave a helpless smile, and looked at Shen Que.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que also got it and said, \"We’ll listen to you. I’m still in good health.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng: Was the last bit necessary????\u003C\u002Fp>",1273,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.788Z",1,"novelbin.me","ab4b8c28355a4d06bd317e2b912e48b2b76ff9fb3f54a7a59ba9f44f5a1d42b7","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-337","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-335",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]