Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 309

Chapter 309: Chapter 237: The Banquet Disperses

In Master Fatty’s courtyard, Zhang Guoqing had come out three times on the pretense of borrowing something but still hadn’t seen his father-in-law return. He was gradually getting uneasy because it had been two hours since they left. Was the house broken into, or did something happen?

Finally, he heard the sound of a car approaching from a distance and hurriedly ran outside. After waiting for a moment, he saw the car stop and his father-in-law get out. He shouted with relief, "Dad, everything okay at home?"

Zhou Xiaozheng looked at the little snowflakes on his head and reproached him, "Why are you out here in the cold, kid? Get inside. What could happen at home? Go inside and have some hot soup."

Zhang Guoqing followed him quickly back inside, sighing inwardly. This daughter-lover forgets the time as soon as he sees his daughter. He could already imagine the farewell scene tomorrow.

Zhao Dashan handed them two cups of wine as soon as he saw them come in. "Brother Zheng, you’re late. Have a drink to warm up. So, is everything settled?"

Zhou Xiaozheng took the wine and said with a smile, "Sorry, we’re leaving tomorrow, so I talked a bit more with Jiao Jiao. Come on, let’s continue drinking."

Zhao Dashan secretly wondered what could take over two hours to say. These two father and daughter really could chat. He couldn’t imagine how those two stoic types could have so much to talk about.

Zhou Xiaozheng, with Zhang Guoqing, started going around toasting everyone. Beginning with Mr. Cheng, he first thanked the old man and respectfully toasted him. After that, he had Zhang Guoqing refill Mr. Cheng’s glass, both working in unison, one drinking while the other poured.

When they got to Mr. Zhang, Zhou Xiaozheng solemnly offered a toast and, after finishing it, expressed gratitude for their care of his daughter. He personally took the wine jar from Zhang Guoqing to refill it for his in-law.

Zhao Chuan Guang noticed the gesture and stepped forward to complement, "Brother Zhang, let’s have a toast too. Thank you and your wife for always taking care of our daughter. From now on, let’s keep in touch often. If you need anything, just say the word, and I’ll be right there."

Mr. Zhang happily raised his glass and finished it, then picked up the wine jar from the table to refill Zhao Chuan Guang’s. He said, "I toast to you; feel free to visit anytime. If Xiao Wu does anything wrong, you should scold or even hit him, just like he’s your own kid."

Zhao Dashan egged on, "Xiao Wu, did you hear that? You’re the youngest here. If you don’t behave, all us uncles will grab sticks and teach you a lesson."

Zhang Guoqing cheerfully agreed, "Of course."

After drinking, Zhou Xiaozheng addressed Li Aiguo and Zuo Lin, "Xiao Wu will need you uncles to look after him in the future. Don’t be fooled by his height; he’s still young. If he acts out of line, you should point it out."

Seeing them all happily respond, Zhou Xiaozheng took Zhang Guoqing to meet Cheng Sijin. Pressing down on the standing Cheng Sijin, he pointed to Zhang Guoqing, "This is your cousin uncle, a blood uncle. Dad’s own brother. You will also see your second cousin and little cousin in the future. Come, fill your eldest cousin uncle’s glass." After Zhang Guoqing refilled Cheng Sijin’s glass, he greeted him.

Turning to Cheng Sijin, he said, "Brother, we have a small family. When the children return to Beijing, we might rely on you again. Treat him as your own son."

Cheng Sijin heard this, surprise flashing in his eyes. After thinking for a moment, he understood and solemnly said, "Big brother, rest assured."

Zhou Xiaozheng patted him on the shoulder, and the two exchanged a smile. Cheng Sijin watched him drink several more cups on an empty stomach, pulling him aside with the excuse of a conversation and giving Zhang Guoqing a look.

Zhang Guoqing understood immediately, brought back his father-in-law’s bowl and chopsticks, and placed them in front of him.

Cheng Sijin looked at Zhou Xiaozheng smugly raised his eyebrows, rolled his eyes at him, and said, "Alright, your son-in-law is also my niece’s husband. Stop showing off. Fill your stomach quickly."

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