Chapter 160 The Father-in-Law's Concern
Jiang Zhizhi happily agreed, as she was about to head out anyway.
There was even milk on the breakfast table today.
Seeing Jiang Zhizhi's surprise, Fang Hua said leisurely, "The milk is a special supply. You can get it if you order it, but you need to use some coupons. I didn't think it was necessary before, since there are no elderly people or children at home. Last night, Xiye came back and said that he would order milk in the morning from now on."
He then laughed and said, "He treats you like a child."
Jiang Zhizhi was surprised that Zhou Xiye even had to explain this to Fang Hua.
Fang Hua handed Jiang Zhizhi a steamed bun: "The snow was quite heavy last night, and it's probably impossible to drive on the road. Let's wait and see, and clear the snow in the yard before going out. You're going to school soon, so I'll buy you some school supplies."
Jiang Zhizhi quickly refused: "Mom, let's just go for a walk, I can buy it myself later."
Fang Hua waved his hand: "We're all family, it doesn't matter who buys it, but you must study hard at school, and you must not let them laugh at you."
"In this compound, knowing you're going to university, countless people are laughing at you behind your back, thinking you only got into university because of connections, and that you're just a laughingstock because of your poor grades. So, you must study hard, strive to get first place, and come back to prove them wrong."
Of course, this was also her wish; she was counting on Jiang Zhizhi to help her stand tall in the compound.
Jiang Zhizhi's expression was firm: "Mom, don't worry! I'll definitely get first place and come back to show them."
Upon hearing this, Fang Hua quickly explained, "It doesn't necessarily have to be first place, as long as you pass."
This child looks smart, but his grades used to be terrible.
She seems well-behaved lately, who knows if she's cut out for studying?
She didn't dare to hope for first place at all!
Jiang Zhizhi didn't think it was a big problem. She was just lazy, but if she studied hard, she would be very capable.
Moreover, she is quite competitive and becomes stronger when facing stronger opponents.
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Zhou Xiye was surprised when Shang Shiyi called him to his office for a chat during lunch after the meeting.
Shang Shiyi first expressed his gratitude: "In northern Gansu, thank you and your wife for taking care of Xingzhou. This child has never experienced hardship since he was a child, and he has become a bit willful."
Zhou Xiye's reply was also very official: "It is what we should do. He has been trained to be very good. He is thoughtful and knowledgeable. Although he is young, he already has the demeanor of you."
Shang Shiyi paused for a moment, then a smile appeared on his serious face: "We don't need to be so polite. I came to see you today to ask if you want to stay in Beijing?"
Although Zhou Xiye was surprised, he still refused directly: "I don't have that idea right now."
Shang Shiyi raised his hand: "You attended this meeting, read the outline, and know about the future development of the military. Don't you have any ideas? We can't remain unchanged; we must learn to adapt."
"Have you ever thought about whether the battlefield of the future needs brave warriors with only a heart full of courage, or commanders with a calm mind and outstanding abilities?"
"What we are currently facing is cultural backwardness, cognitive backwardness, training level backwardness, and weaponry backwardness... We need to change, but how do we change? That requires capable people like you to study it."
Zhou Xiye listened quietly, and suddenly thought of Jiang Zhizhi's training plan, which was much better than the current one.
Shang Shiyi continued, "I think that dedication is not about location but about position. If you can make a greater contribution in a certain position, shouldn't you stay in that position?"
Zhou Xiye nodded: "Vice Minister Shang is right."
Shang Shiyi said slowly, "The meeting has been quite long, and there will be study time afterwards. You can think about it carefully. You need to raise your thinking to a certain level. You should not only look at the Northwest, but also at the whole country and the world."
After a pause, she suddenly changed the subject: "I heard you're newly married? Congratulations on your marriage."
Zhou Xiye was surprised again, not expecting Shang Shiyi to bring up his personal life: "Thank you, I will pass on your blessings to my loved one."
Shang Shiyi smiled and said, "Alright, let's go eat. You can always come to me to discuss anything in the future. I'll be in Beijing for quite some time now."
When Zhou Xiye came out of Shang Shiyi's office, he attracted a lot of attention. Some people couldn't help but come up and ask what Shang Shiyi wanted with him.
After all, in terms of level, the difference is not small.
Zhou Xiye casually mentioned his thoughts on today's meeting.
But she was puzzled; Shang Shiyi's sudden enthusiasm seemed to come with some kind of purpose.
I couldn't help but drift off during the afternoon meeting.
After the meeting, Zhou Xiye packed his things and chatted with his colleagues for a few more minutes before coming out a little late.
Song Dong was waiting at the door.
As soon as she saw him come out, she quickly threw away the cigarette in her hand and waved to him: "I've finally waited for you. Come on, I'll take you home. We'll talk on the way."
Zhou Xiye told his colleague who was traveling with him, and got into Song Dong's car: "Is there any progress on the cigarette matter?"
Song Dong found this matter increasingly interesting: "Not yet, there's been no progress on the cigarette issue, but Deng Feiyang, whose front teeth were knocked out and whose hand was broken, confessed something today. He said that he went to provoke his younger brother's wife, partly because he was lustful, and partly because someone was instructing him."
"But the person who gave the orders, I've never even met him. Every time, we arrange to meet in Beihai, or he sends a message through someone else. What have you done to deserve this, sister-in-law?"
Zhou Xiye had been away from the compound for too long, so he was unaware of many of the grudges: "Is it a problem on my father-in-law's side? This person's target was my father-in-law, who was trying to damage Jiang Zhiming's reputation, and later he implicated my father-in-law and caused him to be demoted."
As Song Dong drove, he said, "That's what I think too. You don't know because you're not in Beijing, but I do know some things. I drew a relationship diagram today, and I'll give it to you in a bit. Take a look when you have time. Actually, it all boils down to a power struggle, using some shady methods. But these methods are even more low-level and ridiculous."
"Also, the person who doesn't get along with Uncle Jiang is surnamed Qiu, but he has a good relationship with the Bian family. I remember you and Bian Zhan are quite close, so you should be careful in the future."
Zhou Xiye paused for a moment, then said, "It's not good now either."
Song Dong laughed: "Actually, in our circle, there are no absolutely good people, but there are no absolutely bad people either. Many people are just trying to climb up the ladder or solidify their current position, and they all do pretty hypocritical and disgusting things."
"Don't tell your brother and sister-in-law yet, and don't worry about it. I'll investigate. There are so many eyes watching you now that you're back; they'll notice if you make a move."
Just as Zhou Xiye was about to thank him, Song Dong spoke first: "Don't thank me yet. If you want to thank me, help me go to the family planning office in the neighborhood to pick up some things. I've already been there twice this month, and I'm really embarrassed to go again."
Zhou Xiye didn't think much about what he wanted to collect and nodded in agreement: "Okay, let's go over now, I'll collect it for you."
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