Jiang Ci glanced at him and said, "It's not a question of whether I want to take the exam or not, it's a question of whether I can take it."
"The resumption of the college entrance examination depends on whether the policy allows cadres to enter universities through examinations," Jiang Ci said. "I am willing to study, but I'll wait for the policy to be implemented."
As soon as she finished speaking, Jiang Ci grabbed Zhou Mingli's collar, pulled him down, and said fiercely, "Why should I be the only one learning? You have to learn with me too!"
Zhou Mingli chuckled, glanced at the people gathered around a table not far away, then turned his head and quickly kissed Jiang Ci on the cheek. "Fine, let's go together then. Why are you threatening me? Do you think I can refuse you?"
He looked at Jiang Ci and smiled, "Maybe we'll continue being classmates this time."
Jiang Ci gave a forced smile. "Then can I ask you to continue taking notes for me, Zhou?"
"That depends on what you've done for me in return," Zhou Mingli drawled. "It's a give-and-take situation, right, Jiang?"
Heaven knows that Jiang Ci and Zhou Mingli didn't have much interaction during their university years, even though they were classmates.
After the two exchanged some fancy words, Tao Susu's teasing voice rang out, "That's why we always say this couple is so loving, they've forgotten all about us guests."
Jiang Ci blushed, coughed twice, glared at Zhou Mingli, and walked over with the things in her hands.
After walking a few steps, Jiang Ci changed her mindset and jokingly said with a smile, "Luckily we are a married couple, otherwise people outside would say that we are having affairs."
Then, she winked at Tao Susu and Shen Conghe, saying, "No matter how good our relationship is, it can't compare to that of you, Sister Susu, and Brother Shen."
Tao Susu immediately understood what Jiang Ci was talking about. She wasn't that thick-skinned, and her face immediately turned red. She glared at Jiang Ci and said, "Your mouth is getting sharper and sharper."
Jiang Ci smiled and said, "Thank you for training me, leader."
Everyone immediately realized that Jiang Ci worked at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and they couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Despite his hurried pace, Cheng Huasheng managed to catch the meal.
Once everyone had arrived, they began to eat.
The Zhou family home was bustling with activity. Several bicycles were parked beside the hanging flower gate, and neighbors kept passing by the Zhou family's gate, trying to peek inside.
The aroma of the dishes wafting from the Zhou family's house was so enticing that even the children wanted to go over and ask for a bite.
"No wonder Jiang Ci was promoted so quickly. Look at the guests visiting Jiang Ci's family. They are well-dressed and bring generous gifts to the Zhou family!"
"Grandma, I want to eat meat too!"
"You want to eat, and I want to eat too! How much did you spend on the New Year? Where did you get the meat for you? I'll make you noodles for lunch today."
"It's so easy being a dual-income family, and it's not a hassle to take care of the kids."
The people in the compound had no idea how much they envied Jiang Ci and Zhou Mingli.
I don't get together with friends very often; my daily life is just like everyone else's.
Zhou Yang and Zhou Miao changed their school location from the kindergarten near the newspaper office's staff quarters to the kindergarten in Mao'er Hutong.
It's very close to Jiang Ci's house; it's less than a three-minute walk from the main road.
Since they were all children of government employees, the kindergarten teachers paid close attention to them, which made Jiang Ci and Zhou Mingli worry even less.
Huang Zheyue also had more time to study on her own.
Springtime, a season of warmth and blooming flowers.
The monthly meeting held at the Great Hall of the People.
Jiang Ci changed into casual work clothes, took the documents, and calmly stepped to the front of the stage at the meeting where leaders from various units gathered to give a summary report on the work of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
This was her third time giving a work report on behalf of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and her mindset had long since changed from the nervousness of the first time to the composure of giving a routine report.
Her composure impressed many people.
Guo Zhen sat below, watching Jiang Ci on the stage with a blank expression.
I could hear the impressions of Jiangci expressed by the person beside me.
He's not outstanding, nor is he unconventional; he's steady and capable, a promising talent.
It was a mistake to let Jiang Ci grow up; the closer she got to power, the closer they became to each other.
But since he doesn't have any people in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, it's not easy to deal with Jiang Ci.
Compared to Guo Zhen's dissatisfaction with Jiang Ci, his father-in-law, Shan Shengshuo, looked at Jiang Ci with considerable satisfaction in his eyes.
Shan Lian mentioned Jiang Ci to him and praised her as a capable leader.
With a smile on his aged face, Shan Shengshuo said to his assistant, "Try to contact her later and ask if she's interested in our Shan family gathering."
"good."
...
Shan Shengshuo's assistant 'bumped into' Jiang Ci on her way home.
"Our husband would like to invite you to the Shan family for a gathering tomorrow at noon to express his gratitude for your care of the young lady. We hope you can make it."
Shan Shengshuo's assistant spoke calmly, without a trace of disdain or condescension towards Jiang Ci.
Jiang Ci looked up, "Is this Mr. Shan's intention? Or is it because of Xiao Lian..."
The assistant smiled and said, "This is Mr. Shan's decision. Miss is now living with Mr. Guo."
This means that Shan Lian was unaware of the invitation.
What lies before us is neither a deep abyss nor a righteous path.
What kind of good person could someone who promoted Guo Zhen, this smiling tiger?
Jiang Ci's mind raced, and she smiled, saying, "I will definitely be there on time. Please pass on this message to the old gentleman."
"Okay, I will pass on your message, Comrade Jiang. This is Mr. Shan's address."
The assistant handed Jiang Ci a piece of paper.
Jiang Ci wrote down the address, watched her assistant leave, and then slowly rode her bicycle home.
"Aunt Jiang, what... what happened to you?" Huang Zheyue, who came out to greet her, asked.
Jiang Ci asked in surprise, "Why do you ask that?"
Huang Zheyue said, "Your brows are furrowed very deeply."
Upon hearing this, Jiang Ci rubbed her temples. "It's nothing. Where's Zhou Mingli? Isn't he home?"
"The grocery store has strawberries in stock, so Uncle Zhou went to buy some."
strawberry.
It's a fruit that's both distant and familiar.
Jiang Ci responded, parked her bicycle, and washed her hands and face.
Not long after, Zhou Mingli returned, carrying a small basket filled with bright red strawberries.
Jiang Ci leaned closer and asked, "You really bought it?"
Two little tails followed behind him, each holding a strawberry and happily munching on it.
“I arrived early, and right after I bought this, everyone rushed to buy it.” Zhou Mingli smiled and handed the basket to her. “I’ll wash it before I eat it.”
Zhou Mingli walked into the house, and Jiang Ci followed behind him, waiting for him to finish washing and give the clothes to Huang Zheyue and the others.
Jiang Ci picked up a bright red strawberry and popped it into her mouth.
It's sweet and sour, and delicious.
Zhou Mingli looked at her and asked, "Is it delicious?"
Jiang Ci nodded. "It's delicious."
Her brow relaxed, and the slight unease seemed to dissipate.
"You should try some too, these strawberries are really good."
Zhou Mingli looked at it, raised his hand, but didn't move.
Jiang Ci smiled, picked out another one and fed it to him, saying slowly, "Shan Shengshuo invited me to his home as a guest."
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