Bai Yajing handed the key to Liu Meiling, who thanked her excitedly and immediately took it to find her companions.
She later went to watch their training. Everyone was giving it their all, and they didn't stop training even when they were injured. Their tenacity moved her.
When she got home, she called the military region.
Grandpa, how have you been feeling lately?
Old Master Xiao was being pressured by his secretary to eat first, and he was extremely unhappy about it. He had almost finished reading the document, but the secretary insisted that he eat first.
But when his granddaughter-in-law called, he was both happy and guilty, and quickly finished his meal in a few bites.
"Hahaha, I'm doing great! How about you guys? How are you doing?"
I haven't seen Da Bao, Er Bao, and Xiao Guai in so long!
How could it not be good? If he doesn't listen to advice and doesn't eat, walk, or take his medicine on time, Secretary Hu will immediately go and complain to his granddaughter-in-law!
Although he was annoyed, he knew it was all for his own good, so he always listened to their advice.
Bai Yajing chuckled. She knew the old man's situation perfectly well. Apart from the fact that she would occasionally go to see him for a check-up, Secretary Hu would tell her everything.
"Winter break is coming soon again. Once Da Bao and Er Bao return to Kyoto, we'll send them to your place. Xiao Guai is doing well."
You've grown taller again. I recently made a teapot, which I said I wanted to give to you..."
She went on and on about the situation of her children. She knew that Grandpa Xiao loved to hear about the younger generation in the family.
Ever since the third child started training with the old man, the eldest and second children have also been required to return to Kyoto for training every winter and summer vacation. Even if they don't become soldiers in the future, they must be able to protect themselves.
Grandpa Xiao was pleased to hear this, and Bai Yajing then revealed the purpose of her phone call.
"Grandpa, I heard that there will be a Spring Festival Gala next February?"
Grandpa Xiao was taken aback when he heard this. After thinking for a moment, he immediately remembered what Xiao Hu had said that day. He slapped his forehead and exclaimed, "Oh, right! I almost forgot about that!"
What's up? You guys want to go? Ah Che should have received an invitation too!
"Go if you want! We'll all go together as a family! Let's invite Old Man Kang, Old Man Bai, and Sister Xiang too!"
Bai Yajing chuckled, "Alright, let's all go. A-Che should have received an invitation too, but he's been busy and hasn't been home for over ten days."
Old Master Xiao felt utterly helpless when he thought about the situation outside.
"Sigh! There's nothing we can do! He's facing both internal and external troubles, and he has a heavy burden on his shoulders. My dear, please bear with him..."
Bai Yajing smiled faintly, "Grandpa, I know everything. Without you carrying the burden ahead, how could we have such a peaceful and good life?"
After exchanging a few more words, Bai Yajing hung up the phone. The old man must be busy again, and she couldn't keep talking.
On an ordinary day, Zhou Lin arrived at the door with betrothal gifts.
Surprisingly, he actually managed to convince his parents to come along.
Even though the two elders' smiles were still a bit stiff, they still came, showing them great respect.
Zhou Lin prepared the "old three items": a watch, a bicycle, and a sewing machine. Then, a radio was turned on.
A woolen coat, leather shoes, and five hundred yuan—that's a big spender for ordinary people.
Most importantly, gifts were prepared for everyone in the family, which shows their thoughtfulness and attitude.
Lin Huan was delighted and warmly welcomed them inside.
Bai Yajing nodded in satisfaction. Her apprentice had prepared all of these things himself, spending a lot of time and effort.
Mr. and Mrs. Zhou were warmly led away by their maternal grandparents to chat, and this attitude eased a lot of the lingering resentment in their hearts.
The two exchanged a glance and muttered to themselves, "It seems that Dr. Bai and his family really treat Teacher Lin like family..."
"That's right, I thought it was just talk. It seems we can put our worries aside!"
Grandpa and Grandma took them to the main hall to discuss the wedding date and specific details of the wedding.
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