Capítulo 1101: Chapter 733: Appointnt
The first watch has arrived.
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Early the next morning, Zhou Mikang left the Capital City with his father-in-law, mother-in-law, and little wife. Originally, he planned to visit Elder Wang and his family, but due to sudden circumstances, he had to leave that for another ti.
Lin Wenbin stayed behind, saying he had sothing to handle and would return in a couple of days. At the ti, Chuxia gave him a disdainful look, thinking he was just trying to avoid things.
However, Lin Wenbin is an adult. Even if she considers her actual age, Lin Wenbin is still older than her, so there was no need for her to worry or ddle unnecessarily.
When it cos to matters of the heart, no matter how clear outsiders see things, it’s useless unless the people involved sort things out themselves.
Leaving early in the morning, they arrived at the Zhou family by 10 AM. Xu Zhenghong was also there, and after everyone exchanged greetings, he playfully punched Zhou Mikang in the chest: “Kid, at this rate, it won’t be long before your little brother-in-law is leading you.”
“Leading you is no big deal,” Zhou Yueping interjected first. “You should think about what you and Xiaomi were doing at their age; is there any comparison?”
“The younger ones are all here, can’t you save so face?” Xu Zhenghong looked at his wife with a helpless expression. “Even if you could put it more subtly.”
“Hahaha…” Zhou Yueping laughed heartily, “Can’t we stop fooling ourselves? Do you think being subtle will save your face? Xiaomi is just better than you, no matter how subtle.”
“Your mouth…” Xu Zhenghong shook his head and pulled Zhou Mikang aside. “The leaders will arrive after eleven. I was thinking if you couldn’t make it back, I’d entertain them myself, but since you’re back, let’s go together.”
“When you feel guilty, you hide, that’s all you can do,” Zhou Yueping comnted disdainfully as she watched her husband leave, “You can’t avoid everything forever; I’ll still have things to say to you when you return.”
“You, don’t overdo it.” Old Madam Zhou watched her son-in-law leave without turning back and spoke to her daughter with a touch of resignation. “With the young ones around, at least save him so face.
So things you should say when it’s just the two of you. I’ve told you this many tis, why can’t you change it?” she then turned to Zhao Yulan and Lin Baohe, “You must be tired from the long car ride, no need to stay here and keep us company, go and rest.”
Before the two could respond, she looked at Chuxia sandwiched between Zhou Xiangping and Zhou Jiping, “Chuxia, you don’t have to sit here either, wash up and take a nap, Little Jing will call you for lunch.”
Zhao Yulan and Lin Baohe exchanged a glance, their eyes full of relief. Knowing their daughter was so cherished by her husband’s family, they were sincerely grateful. Just monts ago, the couple was contemplating how to suggest their daughter go and rest.
“Is Grandma suggesting we lack tact?” Zhou Xiangping laughed as she released Chuxia, “Third sister-in-law, go take a rest. We missed you these past two days, my sister and I were so worried about you we forgot.”
But Zhou Jiping didn’t want to be dragged into this: “Don’t involve , I’ve been saying Chuxia should go rest, you just wouldn’t stop asking about this and that.”
“Don’t you miss third sister-in-law?”
“I do.”
“Then that’s it.”
“Those are two different things.”
“…”
Watching the sisters bicker cheerfully, Chuxia shook her head with amusent and walked upstairs. She was indeed tired and didn’t want to burden herself with formalities.
At the stairwell, she encountered Zhao Yushui and Lin Xiaohua coming out of a room, “Uncle, Aunt, we’re back.” Chuxia greeted them with a smile.
Zhao Yushui and Lin Xiaohua looked genuinely delighted. They hadn’t expected Chuxia’s family to return so quickly. While they weren’t around, they felt uneasy; with everyone back, they felt reassured.
“Is Sister Qiyan doing well?” Chuxia asked.
Lin Xiaohua quickly responded, “She’s the sa, though Liu Zhenqiang ca over recently. I think she’s softening, but I stopped her from showing it, saying to wait until you get back.”
“Alright, I’ll talk to Sister Qiyan later…” Chuxia nodded towards the stairs: “Uncle, Aunt, my parents are downstairs. I’m a bit tired and will go rest.”
Lin Xiaohua looked apologetic, “Okay, go rest, Chuxia. Your uncle and I will chat with your parents for a bit.”
“You’re a woman, you should also consider the children more,” Zhao Yushui couldn’t help but scold Lin Xiaohua after Chuxia left, “I kept hinting at you, yet you wouldn’t stop talking.”
“Seeing Chuxia and the others return, I was just too happy and didn’t think…”
Standing at the doorway, listening to the two of them murmuring softly, Chuxia’s face was filled with a joyful smile. It was this change in her relatives that she cherished most. Although she didn’t have deep feelings for them, this outco made her parents happy, so everything she did was worth it.
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Zhou Mikang and Xu Zhenghong arrived at the station half an hour later and were waiting for the senior leader.
“Dad, why are you…” Looking at his own father getting off the car first, Zhou Mikang was puzzled. He was his biological son; shouldn’t he avoid suspicion?
“Do you look like you dislike ?” Zhou Jingping smiled as he looked at him. After the other two soldiers got off, he laughed and said, “I said I wouldn’t co, but they insisted. Now, look, isn’t it a bit embarrassing?”
“Haha…” One of the soldiers laughed heartily, “It’s only a minor issue, and you’re starting to feel aggrieved. Xiao Zhou’s words indicate that Xiao Zhou is a highly conscious comrade. Old Zhou, you should be pleased.”
The other soldier also laughed, “That’s right, if that’s your mindset, old Zhou, you’re done for. In less than twenty years, Xiao Zhou will leave you far behind. What will you do by then?”
“All right, my task as a sidekick is done. You guys carry on; I’m going ho.” Zhou Jingping waved to them and slapped his son on the shoulder, “If you want to serve you, you’re not qualified yet. Keep trying.”
Zhou Mikang: “…”
“What are you staring for? Give the car keys!” Zhou Jingping looked at his son with dissatisfaction, “Do you expect to walk back on foot?”
“Where’s your car?” Zhou Mikang asked.
“Didn’t drive; you saw it.”
What Zhou Mikang wanted to ask was, why didn’t you let the driver take you back? Since the old man was deliberately uncooperative, he didn’t press further and quickly pulled out the car keys to hand them to him, “Do you rember the license plate?”
“Just those few cars parked there…” Zhou Jingping shook his head in exasperation, “Do you really think I’m old?”
“Uncle Wei, Uncle Qin, what’s wrong with my dad?” Watching his father walk away, Zhou Mikang looked puzzled at the two middle-aged soldiers, “As if he’s eaten gunpowder, who upset him?”
Xu Zhenghong was equally curious; though the brother-in-law wasn’t known for a good temper, he usually wasn’t this bad, especially towards Zhou Mikang. Today’s situation was really unusual.
“He’s about to separate from an old partner, feeling down.” Wei Xuejun chuckled and shook his head, “If you insist on thrusting a knife into his heart, how can he not be upset?”
“Am I that botherso to him?” Xu Zhenghong frowned, “I thought my relationship with him over the years was okay. Apparently, it was just wishful thinking.”
“It’s not your fault…” Qin Baonian sighed, “Old Zhou got promoted. Normally, he should be happy, but since hearing the news, he hasn’t shown a genuine smile.”
“No wonder he didn’t bring the driver back…” Zhou Mikang nodded in understanding. Since they ntioned a promotion, it’s clear his father is going into the central executive, after collaborating with Uncle Xia for over a decade, separating suddenly is bound to bring unhappiness.
Truth be told, the person who’s spent the most ti with his father over these years is Uncle Xia. For this, his mom jokingly said, if she left, his father might feel sad for a month at most, but if Uncle Xia left, he’d certainly be sad for a year…
“So that’s it…” Xu Zhenghong awkwardly scratched his head, “I said there’s no way my brother-in-law would hate that much. Ah, I thought we could work together, but who knew we have such bad timing!”
Zhou Mikang: “…” Little Uncle, are you sure you thought about what you just said?
Qin Baonian and Wei Xuejun looked at Xu Zhenghong speechlessly, a grown man, and a man in his forties saying such things… involuntarily, they got goosebumps…
“Haha…” Xu Zhenghong laughed awkwardly and hurriedly invited the two leaders into the office, “Minister Qin, Director Wei, please!”
“Now you think of inviting us in?” Qin Baonian glared at him, “Didn’t you see I’ve nearly frozen into a popsicle?”
“Ha…Haha…” Soone continued laughing awkwardly.
Zhou Mikang was in disbelief; his little uncle truly made him open his eyes today. Could it be that he’s excited because of the promotion? At his age, it shouldn’t be, even he wasn’t excited!
If Xu Zhenghong knew what he was thinking, he would’ve spat blood. Is he that obsessed with status? He’s just reluctant to leave this place; doesn’t want to say goodbye!
In the office after so casual chat, Qin Baonian looked at Xu Zhenghong, “Let’s start the eting then.”
“Yes!” Xu Zhenghong responded quickly and notified all the regintal-level officers to gather in the main conference room where Qin Baonian read out the appointnt letter, officially marking Zhou Mikang’s induction.
The regintal-level officers of Division A were very different in rank from him, naturally showing no discontent. The whole eting took only fifteen minutes, true military speed.
Back in the office again, Xu Zhenghong said to Zhou Mikang, “You’re now the Division Commander of Division A, so the task of hosting the senior is yours. I’ll tag along to enjoy the privilege.”
“Little Uncle, you haven’t formally handed over to yet…” Zhou Mikang changed tones, “But, being the youngest and least experienced, it makes sense for to host. Minister Qin, Director Wei, what would you like to eat?”
“Xiao Zhou, you’re quite cunning…” Qin Baonian laughed and gestured at Zhou Mikang a few tis, “Let’s go, let’s settle it at the canteen. Then Old Wei has sothing to discuss with you.” (To be continued. If you enjoy this work, please visit Qidian (qidian) to vote for recomndations and monthly tickets. Your support is my biggest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian to read.)
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