"Your elder and second brothers have also made efforts. I will continue my studies at the party school. It won't be too difficult. At most, my freedom will be restricted, but I won't see you often."

Qiao Yu knew that what she and Zhou Ze'an did was at most one of the things, and the real thing was the military achievements made by the old man when he was young.

The old man wanted to blame her for the seemingly good situation now, so that she would feel less sad about parting.

Qiao Yu changed the subject: "Can you tell me about your recent situation, Grandpa?"

The old man did not hide it either. After all, it was no secret among the upper echelons and would soon spread to the island.

"Of us old guys, only a few can stay. Now things are in chaos. Zhang Zhan stayed in the army, Zhang Zhou is in another province and no one knows where he is. You followed the army to the island... Zhang Fu also lost his position as a professor at the school. These are all good things."

"Um."

"I am considered lucky. Some old guys were sent to the cowshed, and the younger generation in their families either had their own places to stay like you, or the younger generation who were not competitive were registered by their families in advance to go to the countryside for support.

Going to the countryside has become a good place to go. "

Qiao Yu said nothing.

"and……"

"Grandpa."

"Um?"

"Can I know which party school you are attending?"

"Hey, Xiaoyu, you know you can't see me. Listen, let's not take any risks."

"... Let me try. What if I get a chance someday? I can..."

"Xiaoyu."

Qiao Yu raised his head and met the old man's stern and aged face, and remained silent for a long time.

The wind blew the curtains again.

The wind blew her back to her senses for a while, and then she said, "I know you don't want anything to happen to me. After all, how long have I been here? You and your big brother and second brother all want to make up for me and develop a relationship with me.

But we are all old, we have our own jobs, careers, and families, so how can we have time for a relationship? We can only make up for it with money.

My elder and second brothers might scold me for being greedy in private..."

Zhang Zhan walked to the door of the study and paused: ...

When did he scold me? How come he doesn't know?

Qiao Yu: "But from the moment they indulged me, I accepted this marriage. How can you keep giving without me responding? If you don't get a response, wouldn't you be heartbroken? I don't want that.

Wouldn't it be nice to have one more person to love me? Wouldn't it be nice to have one more family member?

But no matter whether it is family or friends, it is the feelings that come from getting along with each other, not just giving.

So, I want to know the address of the party school where Grandpa is studying, and I want to visit you when I have the chance. Even if I can't help you, it's good to see you. "

…

Zhang Zhan was in the empty living room on the first floor, hugging the box of photo frames and getting angry.

After the old man was persuaded by her and told her the address of the Party School, he left the study door early and tiptoed to the living room.

I don’t know what I’m thinking.

His eyes looked a little dull.

"Brother?" Qiao Yu waved his finger in front of the other person.

Zhang Zhan hummed, then came to his senses and said, "Grandpa is leaving tomorrow, you are not in a hurry to go back, right?"

"Um."

"Then you will spend the New Year with my troops?"

Qiao Yu nodded, "Okay."

After this year, she probably won't have the time to come to Beijing.

Zhang Zhan smiled, "Yeah."

It's time to take my sister out for a show.

Zhang Zhan ordered dinner from the state-owned hotel. After dinner, the three generations of grandparents and grandchildren played chess for a while and then returned to their rooms before nine o'clock.

After taking a shower to wash off the bad smell on her body from the journey, she held her head with a towel, sat on the edge of the bed, and stared out the window.

Some can't sleep.

I miss Lao Zhou and the children.

When I arrived in Beijing, I missed Lao Zhou and the children. When I arrived in the island, I missed my grandfather and my elder and second brothers...

People are like this, they will miss something when it is no longer in front of them.

This is why the saying "things smell good from a distance but stink up close" comes from.

Before she knew it, her eyelids began to twitch. She quickly dried her hair and fell asleep.

It was still dark, and Qiao Yu was in a light sleep. When he heard the noise, he quickly turned over and got up.

The nightgown was made of cotton, with long sleeves and a long hem. It was very conservative, but pure white. It matched her smooth, waist-length black hair. Every step she took was like rolling up a wave of the ocean, bringing a unique feminine fragrance that made people unable to take their eyes away.

She was mentally prepared, so she wore underwear even when she slept.

When I opened the door, I saw the old man and Zhang Zhan sneaking downstairs.

Grandpa and grandson looked back: ...

"Ahem." The old man straightened his back with difficulty, put on his shoes, and said, "Didn't you sleep soundly last night?"

In order to be quieter, both of them held their shoes in their hands, but they were still discovered.

Qiao Yu smiled wryly, "So? Are you planning to use this to kill me without even saying goodbye?"

The old man coughed twice again, "Didn't I see that you were in a bad mood yesterday?"

Qiao Yu was very stubborn, "What's wrong with your mood? Isn't this good? I slept well last night."

"..." Okay, okay, you can do whatever you want.

The guards were already waiting in the living room.

Qiao Yu and Zhang Zhan sent the old man to the gate of the courtyard, where they saw a car parked for a long time.

She watched the old man get into the car and the window slowly rolled up.

Through the rear window, I saw the back of the old man's head gradually disappearing...

If she were a normal person, she would have screamed.

Now, I can only make a solemn promise in my heart.

Grandpa, wait for me to find you.

…

Carrying a cross-body bag and with his head hung, Qiao Yu went to the troops in Jing City with Zhang Zhan.

The military atmosphere here was just as strict, with many soldiers sweating shirtless on the training ground, but she had no interest in watching.

"You see, this is why Grandpa doesn't want you to see him off. He's on his way now, and if he saw you looking so listless, I'm sure he'd be heartbroken."

Qiao Yu glared at him and said, "Say less."

"Captain Zhang! You... this is your friend? Introduce him."

Several soldiers came arm in arm, and as they got closer and saw Qiao Yu's face clearly, they straightened their appearance and stood in standard military posture. They took the initiative to greet Zhang Zhan, and their eyes tried to ask this great benefactor to introduce the beauty to them as a partner.

Zhang Zhan, who knew what they were thinking, rolled his eyes and said, "Go away, you new recruits, you still want to covet my sister! Even if my sister isn't married, it won't be your turn!"

After Zhang Zhan and his sister walked away, these new recruits began to feel extremely upset.

——This girl is the younger sister of Battalion Commander Zhang who got married at a young age? !

…

Qiao Yu lives in the family compound.

She arrived at the right time, as a new building had just been built in the family compound, and residents could not move in until after the New Year. Zhang Zhan picked a family that was easy to talk to, gave them some rent, and reported the matter to the higher authorities before arranging for her to move in.

It only takes ten days or half a month.

"I've also taken a leave of absence this time, so I can accompany you on a tour of Beijing."

Qiao Yu: "I have visited famous buildings."

"...Okay! I'll pick out some fun, delicious and less famous places for you!" Zhang Zhan said, gritting his back teeth.

Hey, although the little girl is sad, she still remembers to express her request.

Zhang Zhan rubbed her head and said, "See if there's anything missing."

In addition to toiletries and beds, there is also a rack to hang coats, which is very thoughtful.

Qiao Yu: "No, it's just a few days, this is good enough."