Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 987

Chapter 987: Chapter 859: Beijing

Catching crickets, tying grasshoppers, sweeping dragonflies, sticking cicadas, catching fireflies at night, and racing with beetles—Ping’an and the twins are living like fish in water in Beijing.

It’s the weekend again, and upon learning that the watermelon harvest season has officially started, Zhang Guoqing plans to take his three sons to the Western Suburban Village early in the morning to experience life.

He takes a sidecar out of the Big Courtyard, and in the cargo area, the little brothers tightly grab the handles and start shouting loudly.

"Fly, let’s fly."

"Ah... ah..."

Beside them, Ping’an flashes a bright smile, holding onto the safety belts binding his two younger brothers as he enjoys the cool breeze.

After driving some distance, Zhang Guoqing slows down and shouts loudly, "How does it feel? Refreshing, isn’t it?"

The three brothers nod repeatedly, responding loudly.

With Zhang Guoqing continuously coming up with new games, the children have almost forgotten their sadness of not having their mother around.

Their destination this time is Zhou Xiaozheng’s yard in the countryside. The place is advantageous due to its location near the mountains, and the watermelons from dry land are especially sweet.

Beyond letting the twins learn about rural life, Zhang Guoqing also plans to bring back some watermelons to the Welfare Institute on their return trip, allowing his sons to share their love.

Three cents a pound for big watermelons, a hundred pounds only cost three dollars. Even if each child gets only a small piece, it would make them happy for a long time.

Captain Zhou sent a message a few days ago, and upon hearing the sound of the motorcycle, he immediately comes out to the drying ground. As expected, it was this kid bringing the little ones over.

"Uncle, busy?"

"Why bring the kids here? There are mosquitoes everywhere; be careful."

"Got it. Babies, say hello."

After greeting, Zhang Guoqing takes his three sons with Captain Zhou and heads back, chatting as they walk, "The farm work isn’t over yet? Is everyone eating in the canteen?"

Captain Zhou knows he can’t hide it from him and rolls his eyes annoyingly. This kid doesn’t act like a dad, always pestering his sons. What’s the point of living a good city life and coming here for hardships?

"Lunch is just cornbread with corn porridge. Aren’t you worried about the kids going hungry?"

Before Zhang Guoqing can respond, Ping’an pats his chest to assure him that the three of them will be fine. The twins, led into it, nod in agreement to support their brother.

Although it’s about experiencing life and letting the kids see what rural kids are busy with during farming season, Zhang Guoqing doesn’t really intend to let them do farm work for long.

First, he gives the three sons some water, changes them into long sleeves and pants, and leads them to the wheat field to play with the kids from the village.

He doesn’t mention picking wheat stalks or going with the older kids to catch loaches, he simply follows them quietly, watching them blend in.

Ping’an, having come to the countryside many times, knows what his dad means. He guides his brothers into picking stalks and filling up a cloth bag. After all, he knows that once they are all sweaty and drenched, his dad will be the first to tenderly take them away.

Seeing fleas on the village kids again, with white lice eggs in the hair of girls, Ping’an silently glances at his dad.

Luckily, the three of them have shaved heads; otherwise, being this close, they might get infested!

The two little ones, oblivious, cheerfully squat and pick earnestly, wishing the other kids would just leave.

With a look of pity, Ping’an glances at his brothers. Silly brothers, you’ve been tricked! No matter how many you pick, they won’t belong to us. Dad will say these are public property.

Remembering how in previous years he was fooled by his dad, Ping’an could almost shed a tear for himself.

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