Before school started, Sizhe returned to the family courtyard for a trip. During this time, Lin Han and Nan Sheng were both busy with their respective work and had absolutely no time to meet.

Lin Han used his break time to handle his son’s school enrollment procedures. He currently had half a year left of his third-year middle school curriculum, after which he would go straight to high school, which completely adopted militarized management.

Qiqi’s school enrollment was handled entirely by Gao Feng, so Nan Sheng didn’t have to worry about it at all.

After finishing the enrollment procedures, Lin Han wanted to see his wife before returning to the military district. So, when Nan Sheng got off work and returned home, she saw the tall man at the entrance of the residential compound. Looking at his back, he seemed inexplicably somewhat aggrieved.

Gao Feng immediately apologized to Nan Sheng, I’m sorry, Director Nan. It was my negligence at work. I will go and process an identity card right away so it will be convenient for Regiment Commander Lin to enter and exit in the future.

Nan Sheng’s expression didn’t look good, but she didn’t scold her. After getting out of the car, she called out to Lin Han and brought him into the compound. Lin Han was covered in the cold air from outside.

She complained, Why didn’t you wait in the car? Did you have to freeze outside?

Today, Xiao Li had driven Lin Han over, and the car was parked by the road. Lin Han said he was afraid Nan Sheng wouldn’t see him when she came back, so he stood guard by the main gate.

Wifey, the security here is really strict. I waited at the gate for a few hours and was interrogated no less than three times.

You came at the right time. I bought roast duck today. Qiqi had it once before and kept talking about it, so since I got off work early today, I went and bought some. It’s really delicious.

Qiqi also suffered quite a bit following Nan Sheng. Sometimes Nan Sheng had to work until midnight before coming back, and the child would obediently sleep on one side of the bed. She was very easily satisfied; if Nan Sheng could take her to school the next day, she would be incredibly happy.

Hearing Lin Han say he had to leave in a little while, Nan Sheng hurriedly arranged the pancakes and dishes on the table.

Having eaten it once before, Qiqi didn’t need Nan Sheng to serve her. She took a small pancake herself and rolled up her favorite dishes. First, she rolled some shredded pork with sweet bean paste, then added some cucumber and sweet flour paste. She didn’t like adding scallions, and she ate so happily that her head bobbed back and forth.

So delicious!

If it’s delicious, eat some more.

As Nan Sheng spoke, she also rolled a pancake for Lin Han and fed it to him. After swallowing it, Lin Han also praised, No wonder this dish is so famous. It really is delicious!

The amount of food Nan Sheng bought originally included Gao Feng’s portion. After getting Lin Han’s identity card sorted, she very sensibly went home. Afraid that Lin Han wouldn’t be full, Nan Sheng also cooked a bowl of noodles for him.

Despite his reluctance, when the time came, he still had to leave. Lin Han said unwillingly, Wifey, I have to go.

Nan Sheng stood up and hugged Lin Han. I packed some snacks for Xiao Li. If he hasn’t eaten, he can pad his stomach. Living alone, you need to take good care of yourself.

Qiqi smiled as she watched her parents being affectionate and playfully chimed in, Daddy, you need to take good care of yourself, otherwise Mommy will be worried.

I know. Once Daddy finishes this busy period, I’ll come over to accompany you and Mommy. You have to be obedient, understand?

Siqi raised her hand and promised, I know, Qiqi is the most obedient!

Speaking of which, ever since Lin Jianshe and his wife returned home, they had been busy arranging to buy a factory quota for their son. What was rare was that Yuting was also very supportive and even took out her dowry.

They did a rough calculation; the money spent could be earned back in a year and a half.

Sizhong was a little hesitant. Father, Mother, if I go to work in the county, what will you do at home? Otherwise, I should just stay at home.

Zhou Wei felt resentful that iron couldn’t become steel. She had finally managed to persuade her husband and her parents-in-law to pool money together to send him to the county, but this silly son of hers actually didn’t want to go.

Are you stupid? You won’t take such a good opportunity. Do you plan to farm at home for the rest of your life? In a few years, when your younger brother makes something of himself and lives a good life like your second uncle and aunt, will you feel comfortable in your heart?

Sizhong scratched his head and said, If Xiaocheng makes something of himself, as his older brother, I will definitely be happy. Just like when Second Uncle became successful, doesn’t Father still gain face when he mentions him?

This foolish guy. Zhou Wei was speechless. Should she praise their deep brotherly bond or say he was just too careless?

Yuting also hoped her husband could enter the factory. Brother Zhong, going to the county is good too. There will be a salary every month, and we can save it up for Father and Mother’s old age. In case there is another drought like in previous years, the family won’t be without surplus grain. What do you think?

Alright then, but we can’t let Father, Mother, and Grandma pay for the job. Once I get my monthly salary, I’ll bring the money back until it’s fully paid off.

Yuting had no objections to this either. She was already very grateful that her parents-in-law were willing to think of her husband and let him enter the factory.

They were still young now. Once the debt was paid off and her husband was allocated a house, their family could go live in the county town. Yuting was full of hope for their future life.

Meanwhile, the Nan family also received a letter from the imperial capital. Their daughter had suddenly popped up in Kyoto from Rongcheng, which gave the old couple quite a fright.

What exactly is your sister doing in Kyoto? She didn’t explain it clearly, which is really worrying.

Mingli also asked his father-in-law, but Yu Feng had no idea either. How could a minor county official like him understand the situation over in Kyoto?

Otherwise, why don’t you and my dad go to Kyoto to see my sister, so you don’t have to worry about it all day?

Before Zhong Yanyan could think it over, Nan Jingyu made the final decision. Let’s go. Going to Kyoto is even closer than Rongcheng. Once we confirm your sister is fine, we’ll come back.

The address on the letter indicated her current residence, but the letter also said that her off-work hours were not fixed, so it would be best for her family to contact her in advance if they went over.

The old couple left just like that. After a day and a night of bumpy travel, they finally arrived in Kyoto. When they came out of the train station, they were both a bit lost. Which way should they go next?

Holding the address from the letter, they asked around along the way about how to take the bus. They finally arrived at the gate of the residential compound before dark, and then they were stopped.

Zhong Yanyan said in a gentle voice, Comrade, my daughter lives inside. Look, this is the letter she wrote to me. My daughter is named Nan Sheng. Do you know where she lives?

It was also good luck for the old couple that they happened to catch Qiqi returning from school at that moment.

Grandma, Grandpa? I missed you so much!

The old couple turned around and saw Qiqi getting out of a car. The driver was a young female comrade whom they had never seen before.

Oh, my sweet girl, let Grandma give you a hug. Where did you go, and why aren’t you with your mother?

It wasn’t convenient to talk at the gate, so Gao Feng brought everyone inside first. Uncle, Auntie, Director Nan is still working. She will probably finish before ten o’clock today. I’ll have someone send food over in a while, so you can rest early.

After Gao Feng left, Zhong Yanyan immediately asked the child what was going on. Qiqi, what does this girl do? What kind of work is your mother doing now?

Qiqi didn’t know if she could tell the truth either. Her mother said her current job required confidentiality.

Grandma, this sister is Mommy’s assistant. She picks me up and drops me off at school every day. Mommy is very busy with work and doesn’t have time to take care of me.

Zhong Yanyan and her husband exchanged a glance, both feeling somewhat shocked in their hearts. They wondered, is a director a very high official? She even has a dedicated person to take care of her child?

Then does your mother have someone drive her to and from work every day?

Yes, Mommy also has bodyguards to protect her safety. Grandma and Grandpa, just don’t worry.

Recently, Siqi had changed the way she addressed her parents. Just like her classmates, she started calling them “Mom and Dad.” She thought it sounded so much more modern and fashionable—definitely a lot better than the old-fashioned “Ma and Pa”!

Source: Webnovel.com, updated by NovelKeep