Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 146

Chapter 146: Chapter 116: Lin Family of Beijing (Part 1)

In the late autumn of Beijing, the weather has already begun to turn cold. The strong wind blows, and sand inadvertently lands in your mouth. The streets and alleys are full of Beijing flavor; it’s now rush hour, and the crowd surges. After work, the people disperse, and acquaintances exchange a few quick words before hurriedly parting. Those on bicycles pedal quickly to get home as everyone is busy preparing dinner, and those with children need to pick them up.

Close to the main road, passersby include those wearing factory uniforms, unit uniforms, and many people in patched coats and cotton-padded jackets, walking briskly while wrapping their hands and occasionally greeting familiar faces with smiles. In this crowd, a pair of men and women in military uniforms stand out, not only because they are pushing two gleaming bicycles but also because the man looks handsome and the woman pretty. Together, they walk like a picturesque scene.

After the couple walks away, you can vaguely hear the woman complaining, "You know, mom is quite something. She didn’t make it clear in her message. Isn’t it just that my dad is coming back today? Why did she ask us all to go back?"

The man comforts her, "Don’t worry; maybe there’s something to discuss about our eldest sister’s child. Aren’t you curious? We haven’t seen your niece, and we don’t know how she’s doing after staying in the countryside for so long."

"What’s there to worry about? That’s her home, and she’s part of the Zhou Family. Her family must be pampering her. I bet she’s doing fine, considering how much money my elder sister sends every month. They must be treating her like a little princess."

"Hehe, I doubt it. Rural areas often favor boys over girls; who knows what might have happened. Something must be up; let’s hurry. Our sisters-in-law are likely already there."

The couple heads towards the military complex with the crowd, "There are so many people. If I had known, I wouldn’t have brought the bike. Did you bring the entry permit?"

This couple, the woman is Zhou Jiao’s aunt Lin Liyin and her husband Li Jianjun. They received a message from the elderly lady at home at noon, asking them to return today. Now, the two have left their child at home and quickly made their way here.

At the military complex’s main gate, some soldiers stand guard with wooden rifles, occasionally patrolling, while others keep an eye on those entering and leaving.

After Lin Liyin showed her entry permit, the couple pushed their bicycles further inside. As it was the end of the workday, there were many soldiers and their families on the road.

The military complex covers a large area and is well-equipped with living facilities. Upon entering the main gate, you can see the service center, the medical team, and next to the partition wall, there is a large-scale nursery and a school complex consisting of elementary and middle schools. Not to mention that the complex also has a cinema, swimming pool, and other entertainment facilities. Living here is more convenient than outside.

"Liyin, you’re back. Your dad just got home. Are you here to see that old fellow, right? Hurry up and bring your partner inside." On the way, an old man saw them and cheerfully told them to go inside quickly.

Lin Liyin stopped, smiling as she said, "Uncle Chen, weren’t you playing chess at the rest home today? Since my dad is back, you should come over to my house for a sit."

The old man waved his hand, "Not today. Mr. Lin just got back; let him rest for a night, and I’ll look for him tomorrow." After speaking, he started walking towards his home.

Lin Liyin and her husband pushed their bicycles and turned a corner— in front of them were a dozen or so quaint little courtyards. The Lin Family’s house was situated in the middle. Unlike others, Mrs. Lin hadn’t planted vegetables in the yard; only two flower beds in the corner left unattended, with withered plants inside.

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