Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 1142

Chapter 1142: Chapter 1015: Happiness Beneath the Undercurrent

Mr. Cheng relinquished all his authority and departed gracefully.

Not everyone can manage such a feat.

Without stepping out of the chess game, whether you’re the strategist or the pawn, you must continue calculating and hurting each other.

As soon as the autumn wind passed, the first snow of the year arrived.

Unlike previous years, snowflakes started floating in the gray dawn when the streetlights were still on. The snow wasn’t heavy, but the piercing cold was unforgettable.

By evening, after a brief pause, the snow returned with a fierce momentum. Once the last hint of light disappeared from the sky, the north wind rushed in, bitterly cold.

With a weary look on her face, Zhou Jiao rubbed her cheeks vigorously, tightened her coat, then picked up her bag, closed the office door, and turned to leave.

Before reaching the stairwell on the first floor, she ran into Jin Lijuan, who was arm-in-arm with Tian Miao. It was unclear why they were heading upstairs after work hours.

"Jiao Jiao, off work? Want to catch a movie tonight? How about calling Xiao Wu and the kids to join us at the cinema?"

So that’s the plan, but Zhou Jiao wasn’t really interested. The cinema was too crowded, people were jostling, and just hearing the movie was a war film, likely with the sound of gunfire and cannons on the big black and white screen. Honestly, with a headache, it’s hard to get in the mood.

Zhou Jiao gave a light smile and shook her head slightly, "Maybe next time! It’s snowing today, and I’m afraid of the cold. It’s a long way back and forth, and the kids can’t handle the hassle."

"Sister Jiao, come on; word is it’s a new film," Tian Miao muttered poutingly, "It’d be a shame not to go after getting the tickets."

Those days, even in the city, entertainment options were pitifully few. Not to mention the cinema, which was infrequently open, and when it was, it usually showed model operas. Being able to catch a new movie was quite lucky. No wonder Tian Miao lamented the waste.

But Zhou Jiao truly wasn’t interested. On such a cold night, a cup of tea and a few pages of a book seemed more comforting than the movies.

Seeing this, Jin Lijuan tapped Tian Miao disdainfully, "You think everyone has your energy? Your Sister Jiao has a weaker constitution. She can skip this; it’s not like next time they won’t give out movie tickets."

Zhou Jiao glanced at her, gave them a smile, "Have fun, see you Monday," she said, waving goodbye before turning and leaving.

"... Silly girl, you think she’s like you. Their Big Courtyard has been showing these films... The Courtyard has its own screening room, which is just as good as the cinema..."

"Really, Sister Jin? Have you been there? Sister Jiao is so lucky..."

Listening to the gossip fade away behind her, a hint of sarcasm flashed in Zhou Jiao’s eyes. Naive, young Tian Miao seemed to be mastering her craft of manipulation lately.

And Jin Lijuan, once tricked by her, seemed unaware the young girl next to her was a wolf in sheep’s clothing, or perhaps intentionally siding with one?

Recently, these antics were like court intrigue from a novel, truly opening Zhou Jiao’s eyes to the drama.

Once she stepped out of the office gate, treading on the thin snow, Zhou Jiao clearly heard the old doorman murmuring to himself: "I’ve been feeling under the weather these days, looks like there’s more snow to come."

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