Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 536

Chapter 536: Chapter 419: The Final Verdict

Parting is always melancholic. No matter how the relationships were before, classmates begin to forget past conflicts and recall the joyful times they once shared.

After a graduation photo was taken, everyone exchanged contact information.

Zhang Guoqing didn’t know how many of them he’d be able to stay in touch with. As time passed, how much of this pure friendship would remain? Perhaps when he grew old, time would give him the answer.

Before he could reminisce about his classmates, the call from his old captain came suddenly.

Zhang the Second, this messenger, came to Zhang Guoqing’s house while Mr. and Mother Zhang were racking their brains trying to refuse to accompany their eldest son’s family to settle in Beijing.

"Goods are expensive when they leave home; people are cheap when they leave home."

Unable to part from their homeland, and with three sons, each is the apple of the Zhang couple’s eyes. The unknown life at the Imperial City made them hesitant more than ever.

Zhang Guoqing was about to implement the second plan he and his wife had agreed on, unexpectedly, his second brother came over.

"It’s work hours now. What’s the urgent matter?"

Just as he finished speaking, Mr. and Mother Zhang were watching their second son nervously.

Zhang the Second laughed heartily at this.

"It’s nothing major. I was just passing by here on some business. The old captain has sent another message asking you and Dad to go back. I heard the two uncles from within the pass came last time. I guess he’s looking for you to discuss this matter."

Zhang Guoqing looked at Zhou Jiao and shook his head with a bitter smile.

Zhou Jiao glanced at everyone, "Second Brother, let’s not worry about village matters for now. We are discussing Dad and Mom’s issues right now. You’re just in time, have a seat and give some advice."

Mother Zhang waved her hand vigorously, "Your father and I really won’t go to Beijing. At most, we’ll go and stay for a month after you settle down."

"Pfft"....Zhou Jiao couldn’t help but laugh, "Alright, alright. We’ll do as you wish, we’ll discuss this later. Dad, Mom, how about this? We’ll leave the house here empty for you two to live in as a favor to us. You’ll be familiar with the old neighbors here, plus Second Brother and two sisters live nearby, there’ll be help if needed."

Mr. Zhang knew the meaning behind his daughter-in-law’s words. What helped them, he guessed they had long planned for him and his wife to live the life of retired urban dwellers.

Zhang Guoqing saw his mother looking at his father, knowing that his father still had to make the big decisions at home. But this was the only best arrangement he could think of.

"Dad, you and Mom can live here, and if you miss the kids, let them come over. Usually, you can chat with the old masters in the courtyard. Eat whatever suits your taste. If you live well, I can feel at ease when I’m away."

Zhou Jiao chimed in to persuade, "Brother’s right. Look at Grandma Wang in the front yard, how comfortably they live. Every weekend, all the kids return. If they miss any grandson, they bring them over to live for a while. You live by the eldest brother, it’s inconvenient for Second Brother and two sisters to visit frequently. If you live here, just call if there’s any issue, neighbors are warm-hearted."

Zhang the Second looked at his parents, "Mom and Dad, this is the best. I can see you right after work. We’ve got many siblings, just don’t get annoyed."

Mr. Zhang smiled broadly at this. He tapped his youngest son’s head with a long pipe, "You’ve planned to move our household registration here already, haven’t you! Alright, your mom and I will listen to you. You take care, don’t worry about home."

"Children’s father, really stay here?"

Mr. Zhang nodded with a smile, "Us old folks better not always meddle in the kids’ affairs. Each generation has its blessings. We’ll just live our own lives."

Zhou Jiao tried every means to keep a low profile, but some people were destined not to be low-key, like gold always shining bright. It was as difficult as blending into the crowd!

Under the halo of Zhou Jinyu and Gu Mingzhu, her few examination papers were circulated by the main admissions office. There were many smart people, let alone those sly ones. Unquestionably, everyone tacitly understood what it meant to be an uncrowned king.

Soon, some rumors, intentionally or unintentionally, reached the ears of the president and the vice-general through various channels.

In the lounge, the president and vice-general were joking with a few seniors, casually browsing through several exam papers. After a while, everyone saw the lined-up scores and all chuckled.

The president remarked: Isn’t it quite good? The key points that should’ve been mastered were not weak at all. This child is good in every way except courage. Like father, like daughter, with more training, she’ll definitely be as excellent as her father.

The gossip spread, pleasing some and disappointing others. Undoubtedly, Zhou Jiao caught many people’s eyes. This was both her misfortune and her fortune.

Zhou Xiaozheng faced the president and the others’ banter with a slight smile.

Since learning that his daughter wanted to act low-key, he knew she thought too simply, utterly unaware that she was no longer the same as before. He didn’t stop her, for only through personal experience could she recognize her own identity.

Conclude!

Ever since learning the scores, Zhou Xiaozheng had been setting things up for this moment for a long time.

In Northeast, Zhou Jiao was completely unaware. As she secretly rejoiced, Zhou Xiaozheng had already given her a meaningful life lesson through real events.