Back To The 80s: President's Doted Wife novel Chapter 487

Chapter 487: Chapter 487: Bringing Up the Most Inconvenient Subject

Hualing was feeling quite smug these days, especially after learning that Platoon Leader Chen had been commended for his achievements. The joy she felt upon hearing about Taiguo’s troubles was simply indescribable.

In celebration of Chen Shouwang’s commendation, she had made a special trip to the agricultural market to buy meat, vegetables, and fine wine. It was only proper to celebrate his achievements in a fitting manner.

She wondered how Cheng Su was taking it all.

As she put down her vegetables and heard the bustling noise from next door, Hualing’s curiosity got the better of her.

Cheng Su’s front door was wide open, and Hualing knocked before entering.

Cheng Su and Chunhua were deep in conversation while, in the living room, a man tinkered with something, and another person was speaking outside the window.

"What’s all this about?" Hualing asked, observing the commotion.

Chunhua replied loudly, "Cheng Su’s family is getting a telephone installed at home!"

Getting a telephone installed?

Indeed, the man inside the house was pulling a large box out of a canvas bag on the floor, which clearly depicted a telephone.

Ah, and it was the latest model, too!

Setting up a telephone line cost more than buying a wristwatch, over one hundred fifty, not to mention the call charges, it was several cents per minute.

In this era, although life had improved with the economic reform and opening-up, not everyone was willing to spend a lot of money on phone calls. As a result, people mostly communicated by writing letters.

But what about Cheng Su’s family?

As far as she knew, Cheng Su’s restaurant and company already had telephones. Now they’re installing another one at home?

Hualing listened on the side, feeling a sour twist in her heart. She thought to herself, Old Qi was reprimanded this time, and here you are, still so excited about getting a telephone installed. Just how big is your heart!

Seeing Cheng Su’s face light up with a smile, Hualing found it utterly irritating. On an impulse, she blurted out, "You sure are relaxed about it. Commander Qi is tasked with writing a self-criticism report this time, aren’t you worried?"

Chunhua’s smile stiffened as she involuntarily glanced at Cheng Su, thinking Hualing was really one to talk, always bringing up the most uncomfortable subjects. As if being commended once was such a big deal for her Old Chen.

"Of course, I’m worried, but what does that have to do with us getting a telephone installed at home? There’s no conflict." Cheng Su raised an eyebrow and said, "I heard Platoon Leader Chen has been commended; that’s really wonderful. Congratulations to you."

Hualing’s lips curled up in a smug smile, preparing to speak, when Cheng Su added, "Saving up military achievements is good, too. It means more chances for promotion. Platoon Leader Chen should really get a promotion."

What’s so great about receiving one commendation? He’s still just a platoon leader, showing off in front of me!

Cheng Su watched with gleeful eyes as Hualing’s smiling face twisted in discomfort, feeling incredibly satisfied deep down.