Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 316

Chapter 316: Chapter 243

Zhou Xiaozheng and Zhao Chuan Guang rented a room last night and talked until midnight. They had a rough plan in mind and were full of fighting spirit. By the time they went to bed, it was already early morning.

When he woke up early in the morning, he remembered that he would be leaving this afternoon. He jumped up suddenly, realizing he still had some words to share with his daughter alone. Thinking of his clever Jiao Jiao, a smile naturally appeared on his face.

Lin Lishan and Huang Hui Min had just agreed to go shopping at the market. As soon as they stepped into the room and saw their husband getting out of bed, they cheerfully shouted, "Brother Zheng, we’re going to the market. Do you want to come?"

"I’ll pass. You see what needs to be bought, get more for you and your daughter. As for Jiao Jiao, don’t take her along yet. She might get restless if she hears about it," Zhou Xiaozheng said, still feeling uneasy. He advised her to be careful and join them later at the courtyard directly.

Watching his wife happily go out, her laughter echoing in the corridor, he sighed inwardly—her personality hadn’t changed a bit. With the afternoon departure drawing near, she hadn’t even thought of spending more time with their daughter.

This departure meant it would be until the year’s end before he could see her again, leaving her alone in the Northeast. His nose tingled with sadness, and his mood grew heavy. Thinking of his daughter, he was eager to see her.

Just then, he noticed that the rest had finished their breakfast. Li Aiguo led several staff members inside. Realizing they would be staying for a while to discuss official matters and with a lunch gathering planned, he knew if he didn’t leave soon, he might miss his chance.

Resolutely slipping out of the room, Zhou Xiaozheng instructed Xiao Chen and hurriedly made his way to the courtyard.

Zhao Chuan Guang and Cheng Sijin exchanged a knowing smile, secretly mocking this buddy for stealthily slipping away to be with his daughter. But recalling his affection for his Jiao Jiao, they couldn’t help grinning, covering their mouths to hide their smiles. With the approaching afternoon return to Beijing, they wanted to allow the father and daughter some private time together.

As Zhou Xiaozheng entered the courtyard, he saw Zhou Jiao chatting with Zhang Guoqing while glancing toward the main gate. Spotting him, she quickly hopped over.

His face immediately blossomed into a smile, and he jogged a few steps, playfully scolding, "It’s cold outside, don’t come out. You’re all grown up but still so rash. What’s the hurry, Dad’s right here." Finishing with a push, he guided her inside.

"Dad, I knew you were coming. Where are Aunt and the others?"

After guiding her to sit, Zhou Xiaozheng proudly explained, "From early morning, Li Aiguo and his team needed to meet with the elders, busy hosting them. Sensing something amiss, I slipped away. Your aunt and the others went to the market; they’ll come directly here later."

Zhou Jiao pointed gleefully at the items on the table, "Dad, look. Brother gave these to me. He went to the market early this morning."

Zhou Xiaozheng glanced over and nodded. This boy sure knows how to curry favor, seeing his Jiao Jiao so happy. If he’d known she liked these things, he’d have waited there early. Looking unsatisfied at Zhang Guoqing, he sighed, ’Oh dear, seems like he’s planning to move house.’

"Xiao Wu, stop packing. You can’t take it all today. Later, with a bunch of women shopping, they’ll surely buy a lot. Listen to Dad and just leave them as they are. Show them your thoughtfulness."

Zhang Guoqing burst out laughing. Finally, his father-in-law acknowledged him, only to come out with such a remark.

"Dad, they brought over plenty of things. If it really can’t be carried, we’ll just mail them."

From outside came the shouts and calls of children and Mother Zhang, even before they could go out.

In came Mother Zhang in a flurry, with several excited children right behind her, bursting into the living room, "Uncle and Aunt, we’re all here!"

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