Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 252

Chapter 252: Chapter 184: Gratified

Zuo Lin heard this and was secretly pleased. He thought Xiao Wu was a meticulous child, considering everything. If it were anyone else, they would be too excited to think about the implications and would have rushed off to find Old Ye. He knew that Old Ye was a retired soldier. Every time he saw Zhang Guoqing, he’d lament that he didn’t join the army and saw him in a different light. Privately, Old Ye had a very good relationship with Zhang Guoqing. If he asked, Old Ye would definitely find a way.

"Xiao Wu handles things so well, even worrying about his uncle. I usually don’t bring it up. This time, there are still two rooms empty in the bureau, let the second brother take one first. Once you settle in the city and encounter colleagues facing housing difficulties, you can relinquish it then. It’ll leave a good impression, and outsiders will see it favorably too."

Zhang Guoqing listened, gave a thumbs-up, and said with a smile, "Uncle, you’re as wise as always; we’ll follow your advice. I’ll go find Uncle Ye later. Uncle, is there anything else you want to instruct?" After finishing, he gestured for Zhang Guoqiang to sit down and picked up the kettle to refill Zuo Lin’s cup with hot water.

Zuo Lin observed his every move, nodding to himself. He truly admired Zhang Guoqing’s methods. Look at how he poured the water: respectful yet natural, without a trace of flattery. Completely treating him like family and not as an outsider.

Zuo Lin smiled and said, "Are you waiting for your second brother’s matter to be resolved before focusing on your eldest brother? I have two pieces of news from Aunt Zuo for you to consider. One is that a warehouse at the textile factory caught fire, and they’re currently dealing with the employees there, creating vacancies. This matter has been kept quiet by the factory. Another is that there’s a job opening at the supply and marketing cooperative, not publicly announced."

Zhang Guoqing remained silent for a moment after hearing this, then looked at Zuo Lin. "Uncle, thank you and Aunt Zuo. I have some reservations. Initially, I planned to address my eldest brother’s matter next year. The three brothers moving to the county town all at once would draw too much attention. It wouldn’t be good for you, Aunt Zuo, and Uncle Dashan. I can’t ignore your social statuses. Now that there’s an opportunity, I can’t think of a proper way to proceed. I should go back and discuss it with Jiao Jiao. Once we decide how to proceed, I’ll find Aunt Zuo later."

Zuo Lin nodded approvingly, "You thought it through well. Ponder thoroughly before acting. Opportunities will come, no need to rush. I’ve got nothing else; let the second brother take them to the county restaurant for a meal. Remember to observe more and speak less, pay attention to what they’re all saying, some information could be very useful. These clothes can be taken back by Xiao Wu."

Zhang Guoqiang stood up after hearing this and seriously said, "Uncle, I understand your intention. I’ll head downstairs first; call me if you need anything."

Once he went out and closed the door, only then did Zuo Lin say, "Your second brother is fine, you can rest assured. If you have nothing else, organize these things and go find Old Ye; he’s probably waiting for you to drop by. Everyone in the bureau knows you came early this morning, didn’t you see the women’s federation across the way watching intently?"

Zhang Guoqing, busy tying clothes into small bundles with thin ropes, chuckled, "No worries, those women just act like this when Aunt Cheng isn’t around. Later, I’ll report them to Aunt Cheng so we can watch their show."

"You’re full of mischief. Wait until they find out how they’ll deal with you. When do you plan to start work? I heard the documents have been issued."

Zhang Guoqing, having organized the clothes, sat down. "Yes, they’ve been issued. Discussed with Uncle Dashan to first relocate the household registration, report by year-end, and start work before the next recruitment in the coming year. I’ll relocate the household registration in the next few days, and in December, our family will return to Beijing for the New Year. After the lunar New Year, I’ll return to start work. Uncle, is there anything you need to bring? I’ll inform you before we leave so you can prepare in advance."

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