Lin Chuchu smiled and said, "It's okay, it's not a big deal, it was just a few words."

Fortunately, the residential compound was strictly managed, and no one was allowed to enter directly.

If they were outside, the child might be taken away, and in that case, Researcher Hou might really compromise for his daughter's sake.

No one asked what we had done in the past two years, or what projects we had been researching.

After all, we're all in the same line of work, so we're all aware of confidentiality agreements.

On this day, many families were reunited, and everyone was filled with laughter and joy.

It was even more lively than during the Chinese New Year.

Everyone else went to the research lab to work as soon as they got back, but Lin Chuchu still had to keep copying books. Sigh, when will this ever end?

I didn't mind the trouble of taking photos, but now I feel a bit of a headache when I see those books.

Occasionally, she would feel extremely irritable and have a day or two when she didn't want to do anything. In order not to affect work, Lin Chuchu would give everyone a day off when this happened.

However, it's only a day or two off; after resting, I'll go back to work in the office.

The two assistants always used the same two computers, and after practicing for a while, they typed much faster.

Furthermore, based on recent experience, we can help upgrade the software to make it even more user-friendly.

Now, Lin Chuchu not only reads, but sometimes she also picks up paper and pen and draws directly from the pictures.

Of course, this is also thanks to the function of the space. One of the functions of the space is to directly project pictures onto paper, which makes it more convenient for her to draw.

Once the drawing is completed and confirmed to be error-free, the image is sent out for others to redraw, resulting in a more accurate and standardized drawing.

Although there are only three people in the office, there are many people assisting them behind the scenes.

Days passed by, and the end of the year was fast approaching. At this moment, she had completed most of the books in her space. If she were to finish them all, it would probably take another six months or so.

From being quite anxious at the beginning to gradually calming down now, she sometimes even spends the whole day in the office.

Actually, this is fine too.

Lin Chuchu helplessly consoled herself.

Many of the books they brought back have already been printed and distributed to various places for research.

The books cover all walks of life, and some are even from other countries. I don't know how the United States managed to bring them back.

Last time, after they escaped from the United States, the United States issued an arrest warrant, saying that several Asian terrorists were causing trouble in their country.

Chu Chu also saw the photos they made. Some of them were blurry, and since they usually wear makeup when they go out, they look very different from their real selves, making them unrecognizable.

Evan has settled in China and now works in a factory as a translator. He also uses his expertise to offer suggestions on the modification of furniture and other items.

At first, others were very hostile towards this foreigner. Later, when the factory caught fire, while everyone else was fleeing, this foreigner went back to pull the power switch, reducing the factory's losses.

From then on, everyone completely accepted him. He loved Chinese food. Although he couldn't cook it, he was willing to trade his own things for food with others.

Of all these Chinese delicacies, his favorite was dumplings, especially those made by a female worker. Even if they weren't filled with meat, he still loved them.

The woman's husband died early, and she raised her son alone. At first, she was very resistant to Evan's approach and even scolded him away several times.

It took her a long time to gradually accept Evan. Evan was different from the slick and greasy foreigners they had in mind. He was serious about his work and devoted to his relationships.

Gradually, the two developed feelings for each other and got married.

Ai Wen registered his household in China and his Chinese name is Ma Dali, which is the same as his wife's surname.

On the wedding day, Qin Dui, Lin Chuchu, and others attended the wedding, which was a lively and joyous occasion.

Lin Chuchu could tell that the other party had accepted everything about China.

Aiven said to Captain Qin, "After the New Year, I'm being sent to Russia. My wife will come with me. It will be the same as before. I'll be collecting cultural relics for the country, and someone will help me."

So, telling Qin this was with the approval of his superiors. Their idea was to let Aiven and his team go first, and someone would get them money from the Russian Empire, so he could continue collecting artifacts.

As for how to get the money, the higher-ups decided that the method Qin had chosen was quite good and could be continued.

Although Evan is on the Eagle Nation's blacklist and there is still an arrest warrant for him, he is fine in the Bear Nation, and the Eagle Nation cannot extend its reach into the Bear Nation.

Moreover, there will be many people protecting him and ensuring his safety.

Team Leader Qin patted him on the shoulder, "Not bad, keep up the good work, maybe we'll meet in Russia."

Aiven is very capable. He might acquire a large number of cultural relics when he goes to purchase them. If he can't bring them back, Lin Chuchu will have to make another trip.

Evan's eyes lit up. "Are you coming too? Then we can continue working together in the future?"

He had been in China for so long and had rarely seen Captain Qin. Over time, he realized that Captain Qin was no ordinary person. Such a capable soldier could protect him and his wife, which gave him peace of mind.

Team Leader Qin shook his head. "I'm Comrade Lin's police officer, so I can't protect you. But you have to trust your superiors. The people they sent to protect you are no worse than me."

"Oh well."

Evan was somewhat disappointed, but then he realized that Captain Qin was Comrade Lin's bodyguard? That meant that Captain Qin wasn't the one in charge before?

Good heavens, he's been kept in the dark for so long.

It turns out that Comrade Lin is the real big shot.

After attending Evan's wedding, everyone hurriedly returned to the capital, while Lin Chuchu had to continue her work.

Before they knew it, it was time to prepare for the New Year. Following the usual practice, they bought food, drinks, and other necessities, as well as new clothes and shoes. Wang Qiao and his father also prepared bamboo to make lanterns.

“We’ve been making lanterns every Chinese New Year for the past two years. Other families have made similar ones, but none of them are as good as ours.”

"Mr. Mu said with a smug look on his face."

Liu Xiaonuan sat to the side helping out; she really enjoyed helping with chores around the house.

Since they became family, her godmother and godfather have been making up for everything she lacked in the past twenty years by providing her with many things.

This is her own room, and the bedding, curtains, and even the arrangement of things are all according to her preferences.

Besides the things in the room, she also had more and more personal items. She had so many clothes and shoes that she could hardly fit them all, and she also had watches and jewelry. In short, she had everything that Lin Chuchu had.