"The nail that sticks out gets hammered down. A man fears fame like a pig fears getting fat. Cows fear the whip, dogs fear the stick—everyone's afraid of something. Sudden wealth for the poor isn't a blessing. It's better to be ordinary and stay safe."
"Is that all? I thought you were going to say something profound. No need to memorize it. With your personality, you couldn't get cocky even if you tried. You didn't even dare to bring out a bottle of Maotai to give your uncle."
"I'm gonna pinch you."
"Go ahead and pinch me. I happen to like it when you're violent."
"Next time, I'll whip you with a leather strap!"
The setting sun had chased away the summer heat, and a cool breeze felt wonderful on their faces. On the road, Xu Changqing and Shen Weimin chatted idly.
