Chapter 119 The Last Day of 1979
Today is December 31st, 1979.
There is only one day left before we enter the 1980s, which is getting closer and closer to the era that I was familiar with in my previous life.
Today, Shirakawa Electric only has day shifts, no night shifts.
After working three shifts for a week, everyone was exhausted. It happened to be the annual Red and White Songs Festival that evening, so everyone just relaxed for a night and continued the fight the next day.
In the evening, at the gate of Shirakawa Electric, Shirakawa Feng personally delivered an envelope to each worker who left.
Inside is a 20,000 yen annual payment to thank everyone for their hard work over the past week, and everyone gets one.
In fact, Shirakawa Electric also gave a lot of year-end bonuses, but Shirakawa Feng was still grateful to them for being able to stick with them until the last day.
And today is also the last day of the 70s, so there has to be some sense of ceremony.
"President Shirakawa, thank you so much."
"Thanks for your hard work"
…
After handing out the last envelope in his hand, Baichuan Feng let out a sigh of relief.
"Xiao Feng, are you really not going to come with me?" Kotaro, who was standing beside him, asked hesitantly.
Bai Chuanfeng waved his hand and said, "Be careful, don't lose control of your temper after drinking.
Also, don't believe a word the girls there say. It's better to save more money and buy a house in Tokyo."
Kotaro scratched the back of his head sheepishly, "I know, Xiaofeng. I'll be leaving first then, be careful.
If there is anything urgent, call me on my pager and I will be there within 30 minutes."
Baichuan Feng waved his hand in disgust again, signaling him to get out.
This guy has been fascinated by these things ever since he was taken to Shinjuku by Kashiwagi to taste tea.
Shirakawa Feng had no objection to him going to these places, but he was afraid that Kotaro was inexperienced and would be deceived by those cunning women.
Is there any innocent boy who can withstand the temptation of those young women?
Thinking back to the past life, wasn't Baichuan Feng also...
Well, those are all things of the past. Let’s look at today, let’s look at today.
Baichuan Feng turned around again and looked at the empty Baichuan Electric. He suddenly felt a little uncomfortable.
The roar of machines has disappeared, and the scene of people coming and going is no longer there.
The suddenly empty venue made his heart feel empty as well.
Although things will be busy again tomorrow, I still feel a little uneasy.
The lawyer's letter to Sony has already been sent, but all major companies are on holiday at this time.
Even if Sony takes extra action, a response will probably come after the new year.
In that case, just put these things aside and relax.
But it seems that I am alone at this moment.
Alas, Kobayashi has already returned to Fukuoka, and there is no one to argue with.
The same is true for Seiko Matsuda, but her hometown is also Fukuoka.
Tsk, I wonder if these two people will meet.
Shirakawa Kaede still remembers Asuka Kobayashi 's evaluation of Seiko Matsuda, saying that she didn't seem like a good person.
Ha, it’s quite interesting when I think about it now.
And there is also Yuko Tanaka...
"Ding ding ding" the sound of the pager on his waist suddenly interrupted his wandering thoughts.
Hey, speak of Cao Cao and he will appear.
Baichuan Feng found a telephone booth on the side of the road and called back.
"Shirakawa-kun?"
The familiar voice made Baichuan feel relaxed.
"Tanaka-sama is as smart as ever."
The cheerful response of "Ha" made Baichuan Feng's empty heart feel more at ease.
"Why are you calling me at this time, have you returned home?"
"No, I'm still in Tokyo."
"Hey, why? Any activities?"
"That's about the same." He seemed very satisfied with Baichuan Feng's reaction, and the voice in the microphone sounded a little proud.
"Let me guess, you're still staying in Tokyo at this time because you have to go to some event..." Shirakawa Feng's heart moved, "Could it be Red and White?"
"Hey, Shirakawa-kun is also very calculating."
"So that's really the case." Shirakawa Kaede was a little surprised. As a newcomer who just debuted for a year, being able to perform on the Red and White Show is a big deal.
"Bingo~" Yuko Tanaka was also very happy, although she did not have any performance and was only attending as a guest.
But it is Kohaku after all, and with a viewership rating of over 50%, it is no exaggeration to say that it is a regular New Year program for families all over Japan.
So on the day of the Red and White Festival, Yuko Tanaka specially called him to share her joy with him.
"That's amazing," Baichuan Feng praised with a smile, "Then I must contribute to the ratings for you tonight."
"Then please~ By the way, is Shirakawa-kun back home now?"
"Not really. I'm still in Tokyo."
"Eh?" Tanaka Yuko was a little surprised, then she thought of something , "Shirakawa Electric?"
"Bingo~" Shirakawa Kaede responded politely.
"Ha" a light laugh came from the receiver, but soon followed by a caring question, "Are you busy now?"
Baichuan Feng glanced at the empty Baichuan Electric across the street and replied with a smile, "Today is an exception."
"So Shirakawa-kun is alone today? "
"It's okay to say that." I am indeed alone now.
"Emm..." The voice on the other end hesitated for a moment and then continued, "If Shirakawa-kun can wait, you might as well wait in the evening."
Baichuan Feng was stunned for a moment, then a smile appeared on his face and he said, "Okay."
…
After hanging up the phone, he looked at the sky. Time always passes too quickly in winter, and the lights were already on before he knew it.
New Year is coming soon, and I don’t know if it will snow in the deer.
Thinking of this, he picked up the phone again and dialed the number.
"Moshimoshi?"
"Mother, it's me."
"Xiao Feng ah" the mother and son's voices sounded trembling.
"Um, Fawn...is everything alright?"
He wanted to say something, but didn't know where to start. Maybe he just wanted to hear their voices.
"Very good, but Xiaofeng, you have to take good care of yourself. This is your first time celebrating the New Year outside of Xiaolu.
It will probably snow in Tokyo, but don't get cold.
When you were a child, your ears were most susceptible to frostbite, and there are still some scars now.
In addition, I have also kept the money you sent back.
In fact, we don't need that much. The money you left last year is enough to repay the neighbors who supported your tuition, and we still have a lot left.
Now that you have your own business, you probably need them more..."
Baichuan Feng never knew that his mother, who was always so well-mannered, would have such a nagging day.
It was as if she wanted to say all the words she had accumulated over the year at once.
Baichuan Feng did not show any impatience and just listened quietly.
Being cared about is also a kind of happiness.
"By the way, Xiao Feng, you will be an adult soon. If you fall in love now, there will be no problem.
Don't be shy, if you meet a girl you like, take the initiative. "
"Yeah," Baichuan Feng agreed with a smile.
Are all parents in the world the same? When the New Year comes, the topic always turns to this.
But now, he no longer feels impatient, and even has a knowing smile in his heart.
After talking to his mother for a few more words, Baichuan Feng hung up the phone.
Okay, let’s put all the worries aside and respond to all the concerns one by one.
So, wait for the New Year’s bell.
