Taking the social changes from the 1980s to the 1990s as the background, it tells the story of Zhou Bao (Mr. Bao), a boy from Wutong Lane, who gradually grew up from a naughty "trouble maker" to a responsible entrepreneur amidst family responsibilities and the tide of the times. It focuses on the fetters of family ties, the struggles of the bottom and personal destiny under the torrent of the times. The style combines the fireworks of life with a sense of growth. Character setting Zhou Bao (Mr. Bao): the protagonist. Born in 1971, he is 13 years old when the story begins. He has lively eyebrows, sweet words and skillful hands, and has the cunning and unwillingness to admit defeat of a young man in his bones. He loved to get into trouble in the early stage, but later became practical and resilient amidst family changes and social hardships. Finally, he opened a small restaurant and protected his family in his own way.
Zhou Jianguo (father): traditional worker, temporary worker in brick kiln factory. He is taciturn, carries the family's livelihood on his shoulders, and has calluses on his hands. He is strict with his children but hides his deep love. He is even more tolerant after suffering from leg problems due to a work-related injury.
Li Guilan (mother): a typical Chinese mother. He is industrious and frugal, knows how to live a good life, uses food stamps and salted duck eggs to resolve conflicts between neighbors, and his love for children is hidden in the sigh of "Don't be naughty next time". He is the "fixing needle" of the family.
Zhou Xing (eldest brother): Mr. Bao's role model. Wutongxiang was the first student to pass the provincial key entrance examination. He was admitted to Beijing Foreign Studies University in 1986 and later became a translator for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. He has a calm personality, is both strict and loving towards his younger brother, and is the "light" of the family.
Aying (second sister): 3 years older than Mr. Bao. He dropped out of school early to help his family with farm work and work as a tailor. He had a vigorous and capable personality and often worked for Mr. Bao.
Reader comments
The fireworks are so full✌✌✌
Mr. Bao, Mr. Bao
Mr. Bao was in a trance when he saw me.
It's really well written [like][like][like]
Very interesting novel, not bad
There were too many opportunities in that era. People in the 21st century have to break through the defenses.
This writing is similar to a big family, very contemporary.
Very good, in such a big era, there are opportunities and struggles.
At first I thought it was just like flowers, but then I looked more and more beautiful.
The beginning was a little dull, and now what I look forward to most every day is waiting for the author to update. Come on
Very good, a narrative chapter comes at a time
I like this type of subject matter very much, including the ordinary and rugged years.
The flavor of this era feels so good
The writing style is sophisticated and the narrative is smooth. At first glance, it looks like a veteran author. I look forward to more exciting plots in the future!
The protagonist's IQ is online, and every foreshadowing is cleverly laid out. It's so enjoyable to watch. I just say it looks good, I like it
The sense of immersion is very strong. I like it very much. It looks good. Come on.
Very attractive, the story is not cliche, you can't stop watching it
The character of Zhou Bao is well created, with the domineering attitude of a big boss and the calculation of ordinary people.
The author's writing techniques are very ingenious and he has written a description of the characters of a generation. It is very good. Come on.
The characterization is interesting. Worth watching
It's wonderful. The story has ups and downs, and is narrated slowly. The writing style of Dada is very good, and it will make you follow his story step by step.
The author writes very well, and it feels like a memory.
It's a very interesting novel with a good emotional line.
I like articles like this very much. The slow narration is very lifelike
The author has a rich reserve of knowledge, and you can see that he has put in a lot of effort into it!
The rhythm is very good, not exaggerated, and proceeds in an orderly manner.
The article is very fluent and easy to read. Not bad
Very interesting, savor life carefully, looking forward to the follow-up
The fireworks are so full✌✌✌
Mr. Bao, Mr. Bao
Mr. Bao was in a trance when he saw me.
It's really well written [like][like][like]
Very interesting novel, not bad
There were too many opportunities in that era. People in the 21st century have to break through the defenses.
This writing is similar to a big family, very contemporary.
Very good, in such a big era, there are opportunities and struggles.
At first I thought it was just like flowers, but then I looked more and more beautiful.
The beginning was a little dull, and now what I look forward to most every day is waiting for the author to update. Come on
Very good, a narrative chapter comes at a time
I like this type of subject matter very much, including the ordinary and rugged years.
The flavor of this era feels so good
The writing style is sophisticated and the narrative is smooth. At first glance, it looks like a veteran author. I look forward to more exciting plots in the future!
The protagonist's IQ is online, and every foreshadowing is cleverly laid out. It's so enjoyable to watch. I just say it looks good, I like it
The sense of immersion is very strong. I like it very much. It looks good. Come on.
Very attractive, the story is not cliche, you can't stop watching it
The character of Zhou Bao is well created, with the domineering attitude of a big boss and the calculation of ordinary people.
The author's writing techniques are very ingenious and he has written a description of the characters of a generation. It is very good. Come on.
The characterization is interesting. Worth watching
It's wonderful. The story has ups and downs, and is narrated slowly. The writing style of Dada is very good, and it will make you follow his story step by step.
The author writes very well, and it feels like a memory.
It's a very interesting novel with a good emotional line.
I like articles like this very much. The slow narration is very lifelike
The author has a rich reserve of knowledge, and you can see that he has put in a lot of effort into it!
The rhythm is very good, not exaggerated, and proceeds in an orderly manner.
The article is very fluent and easy to read. Not bad
Very interesting, savor life carefully, looking forward to the follow-up
Very nice novel. Very nice. Come on