Bonnie doesn't know what's going on on the island. Even if she did, she would just say, "Good idea. You should ask for your retirement money."

When the three daughters-in-law of the Lin family learned that they were to receive retirement money, they all acted very well on the surface, saying it was only right. But what they were really thinking, we don't know.

When Bonnie's third and youngest uncles heard that their eldest brother was starting to ask for retirement money, they also conscientiously sent their parents retirement money, ten yuan per family.

Overall, in the past hundred years or so, the Lin family has not had any unfilial descendants, and they have generally lived a good life.

As time goes by, the start of the new school year is just around the corner, and everyone is getting ready to go.

Gu Wei returned a few days before the start of the semester, bringing all his belongings with him. After he finishes his studies, he probably won't go back to his previous unit; he might stay in the Beijing military base.

"Lili, I need to study for a year, and I won't be assigned housing during that time. You can stay here for now."

After graduation, it would be best if I could stay in the military in Beijing. With my rank, I could be allocated a house in the family compound.

If you can't stay in Beijing, could you come with me to join the army?

Gu Wei wants to take good care of his family now, and his son needs to put in the effort.

"We'll see how things go in a year. If you're assigned to some remote mountain or forest area, I probably won't go with you to the army."

Xuanran's education is the most important thing. Without a good learning environment and conditions, it will be too difficult to get into a good university later.

Chen Lili was talking about a practical problem: the two of them had no emotional foundation and were just living together because of the child.

Since we're just making do for the sake of the child, we should prioritize the child and choose what's best for them.

"Okay, I understand. I'll try to stay in Beijing and spend more time with my son."

Gu Wei can't say anything ambiguous right now. He's already ruined his own path. Let's take it slow.

"Let's leave it at that for now. You go and study. How often do you get a break?"

Chen Lili knew that even if Gu Wei came back, he couldn't come home every day.

"It'll be about half a month or a month, I haven't asked yet. I'll be reporting for duty the day after tomorrow."

We'll go visit our parents later, and then go to Gu Ye's place tonight; we need to discuss some work-related matters with him.

"Let Xuanran and Sanqi get to know each other better. I think Gu Ye's two kids have great personalities; they could mentor Xuanran and help him become more courageous, okay?"

Gu Wei tried his best to make his words sound more acceptable; he still needed to learn from Gu Ye.

“Okay, I also think that Sister-in-law Bonnie is good at teaching children.”

Although Chen Lili had only met Liu Jiu and San Qi a few times, she admired them greatly. The two children were very opinionated and spoke and acted in a very organized manner.

The couple discussed it and packed some local specialties that Gu Wei had brought back. They then took their child to Uncle Gu's house.

Uncle Gu and his family lived in the factory's staff housing. Because he was the factory director, his house was the largest, with three bedrooms and two living rooms.

"Gu Wei, why are you back? Are you injured again?"

Aunt Gu pulled her son over, looked him up and down, and was almost ready to examine him by hand.

"No, I came back to study. I'm going to pursue further education for a year."

Gu Wei quickly explained that although his parents were materialistic, they genuinely loved their three children.

When he came back to recuperate last time, his mother was extremely worried.

"Study? If so, will you stay in the military in Beijing afterward?"

Aunt Gu hoped that Gu Wei could stay in Beijing, so that he would be closer to her and feel more at ease.

"I don't know yet. I'll try my best. My dad and Gu Nan are both at work. What about the child?"

Gu Wei has been here for half a day, and it seems that only his mother is at home.

"I'm at work now, and the child has gone to grandma's house."

Aunt Gu has retired and spends her time at home looking after her two grandsons. Gu Nan's wife also has a job.

She lives a bit far from Gu Wei's wife's workplace, so she usually visits her eldest grandson in the evening or during her rest time.

"We'll have dinner here tonight. Your dad and the others will be back after get off work."

As Aunt Gu spoke, she headed to the kitchen to prepare, as there was still meat and a chicken at home.

"Mom, don't bother. We're going to Gu Ye's house tonight. We've already agreed."

Gu Wei called Gu Ye before he arrived and told him he would be coming to his house that evening.

"Did Gu Ye help you with your studies this time?"

Aunt Gu suddenly realized that her son had never had the opportunity to pursue further education.

"Gu Ye put in a good word for me, and since I had done a good deed in front of him, the opportunity fell into my lap."

Gu Wei knew in his heart that without Gu Ye's help, even if he made a contribution, the opportunity would not necessarily fall into his lap.

Although the military is supposed to be merit-based, there is still competition. There are many people with similar abilities to him, and whether he will be selected is uncertain.

Wherever there are people, there is a social dynamic, and the military is no exception.

Aunt Gu opened her mouth, but said nothing.

Before the New Year, they were at the retirement home. The old lady wanted Gu Ye to help Gu Feng get some exercise, but before she could even say it, Gu Ye stopped her.

"Okay, listen to your brother Gu Ye more. Those two brothers are not ordinary people."

I've finally figured it out. Your father and I have schemed our whole lives, but we've never truly understood anything. Especially your father; you should listen to him less from now on.

Gu Wei and Chen Lili were both quite surprised, wondering when his mother (mother-in-law) had come to this conclusion.

"Yes, I know. Also, there's Haoran. He's a bit timid and introverted. I'll get him to interact with Sanqi and the others more often, which should help change him a bit."

Gu Wei had been scolded by Gu Ye last time, and he knew that he was only doing so because of his son.

Since having children, Gu Ye has paid much more attention to and cherished them.

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