Chapter 533: Having a Child is a Matter for Both of Us
Okay, let's pretend she didn't say anything.
Their family hasn't had a proper meat feast in a long time.
I usually just put a tiny bit of meat in the vegetables when I cook, just to give them a meaty flavor.
Even among neighbors, the gap between the rich and poor can be quite large.
"Zhou Jianmin went back to his hometown?" Political Commissar Zhang asked Lu Ye.
The two families were neighbors, and Political Commissar Zhang naturally inquired about Lu Ye's situation regarding Zhou Jianmin's family.
Lu Ye nodded. "It seems so."
Liu Guifang, who was in the know, explained, "The third company commander went back to his hometown to visit his parents, and his wife went back to her parents' home."
"Why are the couple going back to their own homes during the Spring Festival?" Political Commissar Zhang expressed his incomprehension, but his expression revealed more concern. "How can this be? It's really affecting their relationship."
Liu Guifang continued, "The couple has been arguing a lot this year. They've been married for a long time but don't have children, and they're no longer on the same page. They're probably under a lot of pressure, so neither of them wants to go back to the other's hometown."
"What's going on? Why don't they have a child yet?" Political Commissar Zhang began to worry. "They need to go to the hospital for a checkup. If this continues, it will affect their relationship, their family harmony, and even Lao Zhou's work."
No one else knew much about Zhou Jianmin and his wife's situation, so Liu Guifang replied, "Yumei has been checked several times. She took Chinese medicine for a year last year, but there has been no progress. However, she looks quite well."
Political Commissar Zhang asked, "Has Zhou Jianmin been investigated?"
Upon hearing Political Commissar Zhang's words, Lu Ye and Instructor Yang, who were listening, exchanged strange glances.
Is Zhou Jianmin also going to be investigated?
He's so healthy, why is he being checked?
Bai Zhi looked at Political Commissar Zhang with a hint of admiration.
He really is a political commissar.
Ultimately, they are engaged in ideological and political work.
This level of thinking and understanding is different from others.
They also have a broad knowledge base.
He knows everything.
"Are we going to investigate Lao Zhou too?" Instructor Yang couldn't help but ask.
"If his wife is innocent, then he should investigate, right?"
Although Political Commissar Zhang didn't understand medicine, his thinking was very clear. "Dr. Xiaobai is here. We can have her explain it to everyone. I don't know much about it either. But having a baby is definitely a matter for two people. Even if we use the process of elimination, if one is fine, we still need to check the other one."
As soon as Political Commissar Zhang said this, everyone looked at Bai Zhi with eyes full of thirst for knowledge, waiting for her to explain the science.
Bai Zhi glanced at the two children at the dinner table and saw that they were gnawing on chicken legs with their mouths full of oil, completely ignoring what everyone was talking about.
Moreover, Yang Kai is already a teenager, and he should learn about some reproductive knowledge.
So Bai Zhi stopped hiding her tongue and spoke very seriously, “In fact, men have more problems with reproduction than women. Because of traditional ideas, many people think that having children is a woman’s business and rarely pay attention to men’s problems. Some men and their families also avoid the issue and avoid treatment because of face-saving concerns, even if they know about reproduction.”
Upon hearing his wife's words, Lu Ye suddenly realized the truth and agreed, "That's right, how can we look for the cause in one person when it involves two people? We should investigate."
Upon hearing Bai Zhi's words, and recalling what his wife had said about Wang Yumei's year-long treatment, Instructor Yang subconsciously began to suspect that the problem lay with Zhou Jianmin. He suggested, "Let's persuade Old Zhou to get checked out?"
Political Commissar Zhang agreed, saying, "This matter really requires you, Lao Yang, to do some ideological work with him. You two are close, so it's easier to talk to him."
Although Instructor Yang volunteered, he found the topic a bit difficult to bring up, so he looked at Lu Ye and said, "When he comes back, let's have a drink with him and talk about this."
Lu Ye refused without hesitation, "Old Yang, you can go by yourself. I'll pass. I'm not good at talking, and Old Zhou probably doesn't want me involved in such private matters."
Political Commissar Zhang and Instructor Yang both seemed to sense the emotion in Lu Ye's words. Political Commissar Zhang said, "Lu Ye, Lao Zhou was a little upset about you becoming the deputy battalion commander, but we talked to him and he's come to terms with it. Don't take it to heart."
“I didn’t take it to heart. It doesn’t matter whether I take the deputy battalion commander position or not.” Lu Ye said seriously. “No matter what position we hold, we are all here to protect our country and serve the people. It’s not about getting promoted or making money. Anyone with a little awareness understands this principle.”
"Yes, Old Zhou isn't very thoughtful; a little ideological work will do the trick," Instructor Yang said meaningfully. "As for the female comrades' complaints, we don't need to take them to heart."
When Instructor Yang said this, he glanced at Bai Zhi and said with a smile, "Xiao Bai, you just moved here. Don't let some negative voices affect your mood. You should believe that any decision or arrangement made by the organization is reasonable. You don't need to care about the voices from the outside world."
Bai Zhi nodded, "I know."
After listening to the men's conversation, Bai Zhi belatedly realized why Wang Yumei was so hostile towards her.
She felt that Lu Ye had taken Zhou Jianmin's position.
She knew better than anyone how Lu Ye had been promoted to deputy battalion commander.
That's what he got with his life.
What's wrong with replacing a deputy battalion commander with a second-class merit?
She felt even less liking for Wang Yumei.
"The food is getting cold, everyone, let's eat."
As everyone chatted and ate, Political Commissar Zhang said with a smile when they were almost finished, "I'm just here to freeload; I can't possibly cook such a big meal to reciprocate."
Instructor Yang said, "What's the point of a return invitation? Just sit together for a bit and the year will be over. We still have work to do later."
Instructor Yang was always mindful of his work. Political Commissar Zhang looked at Lu Ye and teased, "Lu Ye, look at you, your instructor is more competent than me, the political commissar."
Liu Guifang couldn't help but complain to her leader, "The political commissar is competent at his job, but he doesn't care about anything at home. He doesn't care about his son, nor does he take care of the elderly in his hometown. Let alone help me with housework or anything. I just had surgery last year, and I have to do everything myself. I'm suffering so much."
Hearing his wife's words, Instructor Yang retorted with a stern face, "What are you complaining about? You should stay home and take good care of the child. Besides, this kid is already fourteen years old and doesn't need much care. You're not working, and you're complaining about doing some housework? You're not allowed to hang out with those female comrades who have negative emotions in the future. I think you've been influenced by them and don't support my work at all. This is unacceptable."
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