Yu Yin went to work as usual the next day and told Lu Shurui about Wang Wenye and Qian Weiguo's visit, asking him to show her around Shanghai.

"Shurui, Yu Yin's friend, I've delivered it. I have something to do at the shop, so I'll be leaving now."

"Brother Liang, you go ahead and get busy."

Lu Shurui opened the door and let them in.

"Since your sister Yu Yin has gone to work, I'm the only one left to entertain you. You guys are really something, aren't you? You used to call her 'sister-in-law,' but now you know exactly how to distinguish between close and distant relatives?"

"My brother-in-law is jealous. Does our relationship even need to be defined by a form of address?"

When talking to people you know well, you don't have to worry about anything.

"Have you got a meal yet?"

"After eating, I came to see your garden villa. I still have to go to the suburbs this afternoon. I'll be reporting for duty tomorrow."

Wang Wenye came alone this time, and he needs to make arrangements before he can bring his wife over. It won't be a quick process; his wife is pregnant, only a few months along, and he can't take care of her himself. The baby needs to be a bit older.

Hello, uncles!

When the children came down, they saw Wang Wenye and his group, and since they all knew them, they quickly greeted them.

"Hello, here, this is a gift for you."

"Thank you, Uncle!"

The children left with their things, and Wang Wen also said goodbye to Grandpa and Grandma Lu before he had a chance to see Yu Yin's yard.

The garden villa, though not small, had few flowers, but vegetables growing vigorously everywhere. It immediately reminded them of the stilted house in Yunnan Province, which Sister Yu Yin had also filled with fruits and vegetables, creating a picturesque rural scene.

After strolling around the yard for a while, Qian Weiguo picked two tomatoes and ate them without washing them. They tasted really good; they were the same kind grown in Yunnan Province.

Lu Shurui led the two of them into the study and brewed a pot of tea.

"Come sit down and rest for a while. Wenye will start work tomorrow. What position will he be in?"

"I was completely clueless about the deputy county head in charge of agriculture. My family members are all in the military, so they can't offer much help in the path I'm taking. My in-laws have some connections in this area, so I thought that instead of accumulating seniority in Beijing, I should step out and do something practical."

Lu Shurui knew a little about these things; he hadn't read history books for nothing.

"That's fine too. It's similar to how the ancient scholars who passed the imperial examinations didn't go to the Hanlin Academy to gain experience, but instead went to the local areas to gain experience. The country is in dire need of development, and there are many opportunities. Doing something practical will be beneficial to both future development and one's own perseverance."

Wang Wenye had the advantages: his family was involved in politics, and he had connections in the capital. His achievements wouldn't be erased. It was like having connections in the Six Ministries; his accomplishments wouldn't be swallowed up. Once he had enough experience, he could be transferred back to the capital.

Having connections in the imperial court makes it easier to become an official—this has remained true since ancient times!

Lu Shurui told them about the local customs and culture of Shanghai, as well as the current situation in the suburbs. Although he hadn't paid much attention to it, as a local Shanghainese, he knew what he needed to know, and he had wandered around there when he was a child.

"Brother-in-law, you have such a wealth of knowledge! You've read so many books!"

Qian Weiguo envied people who loved reading, as he himself wasn't good at it and would get sleepy as soon as he opened a book. Back then, during the college entrance exam, he was only able to succeed thanks to his brother-in-law who highlighted the key points and explained them in a simple and easy-to-understand way. He had a good memory and managed to cram for over a month, but he forgot everything after the exam.

Wang Wen also reads, but not as comprehensively; he reads selectively, only reading what is useful to him. His brother-in-law's study, on the other hand, has a wide variety of books on all topics. He picked up a book at random and glanced at it; it had annotations, indicating it had been carefully studied.

"Brother-in-law, have you received your graduate school entrance exam results yet?"

"No, it will take a few more days."

Wang Wen had also heard from Yu Yin's sister that her brother-in-law's career plan was to do research and teach on the side, preferring a simpler environment. He was the kind of person with low desires; he didn't care much for material things or fame and fortune, and he loved reading.

"Brother-in-law, after you finish your master's degree, are you going to pursue a doctorate?"

Qian Weiguo was envious. How could someone love reading so much and still understand what they read?

"If nothing unexpected happens, I should continue studying. After graduating with a master's degree, I can choose to stay at the university to work and study at the same time, so as not to interfere with my studies."

Lu Shurui had already planned it out. Yu Yin would be increasingly busy with elderly relatives and children at home, so someone would need to take care of her more often. Besides, he liked the school environment, and turning his interest into a job was a very happy thing.

Shanghai University is close to home, so everything is very convenient.

Qian Weiguo and Wang Wen also spent the morning at Yu Yin's house, learning a lot about the local customs and culture of Shanghai, especially chatting with Grandpa Lu, who had lived there all his life and knew even more about it. They also talked with Uncle and Aunt Hu about the current situation in the suburban rural areas and enjoyed a delicious meal made with vegetables from their yard.

"Brother-in-law, I'll take Wenye to the suburbs first, then take care of some things, and I'll have to keep you company for a few more days."

"After you finish delivering the document, you can move your luggage over here. There's room at home, and someone will cook for you. If you want to go anywhere, I can show you the way."

Lu Shurui felt that the two of them were more like his younger brothers. They got along well and had common topics. As for Shukang, he was really drifting further and further away.

"That's great! I won't stand on ceremony. I'll bring the things over in a bit, and then I'll go deliver them to Wenye."

Qian Weiguo followed the lead, saying he had eaten lunch cooked by Aunt Hu and Uncle Hu, which was delicious. He felt lonely living alone, but staying with Sister Yu Yin was much more lively, and there was always food and drink to enjoy.

After seeing Wang Wenye and his companion off, Lu Shurui wondered where to take them for a stroll, perhaps with the children along the way. Maybe a trip to West Lake? Two grown men should be able to manage four kids.

"Yinyin's two friends are both nice, so we should get along well with them."

Grandpa Lu is a wise and insightful man. Even if he doesn't say anything now, he'll be a great help when An'an and the others grow up. Besides, I heard Yin Yin has other good friends in Beijing. If it weren't for Shu Rui, developing her career in Beijing would be better.

The old man knew that Shurui was worried about him and his wife, fearing they wouldn't be happy in their later years. Indeed, without Shurui and Yinyin, the two old people wouldn't be living such a peaceful and content life. They had to live well and not let their family disturb their lives as a young couple.

No one else knew what the old man was thinking, so Lu Shurui went into the study again.

Wang Wenye and his companion checked out of the guesthouse and took a car to Pudong to see where Wang Wenye would work in the future and what his battlefield would be for the next ten years.

Before this trip, my father-in-law had a long talk with Wang Wen, urging him to settle down, focus on his work, and get things done so he could achieve something in the future. He emphasized that Wang Wen was still young and needed to build a solid foundation; only with a firm base could he go far in the future.

My father-in-law also analyzed the current situation, feeling that some people are short-sighted, only looking at immediate interests, putting their children in good positions without considering whether their children can stand firm.

When Wang Wen was in Yunnan Province, he witnessed the lives of ordinary people and wanted to do something about it, which led him to develop local specialties with Uncle Chu. He was mentally prepared, not impetuous, and not eager for quick success, taking one step at a time.

With my luggage, I found a guesthouse to stay in and will report for duty tomorrow.

Wang Wenye and Qian Weiguo strolled around the area together. This other side of Shanghai was like a completely different world. They wondered how many years it would take to make this area as prosperous as the rest of the city!