Lin's mother did not go to see her daughter off. She stayed at home to prevent the thief from returning and to wait for the security team's investigation results.
Although the chances are slim, I still hold onto some hope.
She has lost all her money, jewelry, and decent clothes, but thankfully she still has food at home, clothes to wear, and bedding.
It's like going back to the pre-liberation era, with all the things you enjoyed in life gone.
They want to do something, but they don't have a single penny to spare.
Because of such a big incident in Brigade Commander Lin's family, he didn't go to work today. After seeing the person off, he simply went home.
"Old Lin, what are we going to do about this situation at home?"
Brigade Commander Lin scratched his head in frustration, "What can we do? We'll just live our lives as usual! We'll get our meals from the canteen every day!"
My allowance for this month will be paid soon, so I'll just have to hang in there!
"But, I just don't feel right if we don't catch the thief!"
Commander Lin's eyes flashed with anger. "Hmph, do you think I don't want to! But the thief was swift and clean, leaving no trace whatsoever. What can I do?"
He himself was a soldier, and he had already checked his own home.
Lin's mother was indignant, but there was nothing she could do.
After Brigade Commander Lin finished speaking, he turned and went back to his room. After sending Lin's mother away, he found the place where he had hidden the small yellow croaker, but there wasn't a single fish left!
He's filled with resentment right now, so don't expect him to say anything nice.
This year was destined to be a difficult one for the Lin family, who also got a taste of the life of ordinary people.
...
In early 1973, just after the New Year, Bai Yajing returned to work after her vacation.
Since it was inconvenient for her to travel back and forth, she simply lit a stove, laid out her bedding, and settled into the hospital in the small break room of the office.
Xiao Che was worried, so every night after work he would bring food over for her to eat. He didn't go home at night, but just stayed at the hospital.
He was really terrified when he gave birth to his first and second children.
As soon as he started work, he made a point of bringing gifts for the nurses and doctors in his department.
"My wife is about to give birth, could you please help take care of her during the day...?"
Zhou Lin took the food he was given and patted his chest to assure him, "Don't worry, Comrade Xiao, I've got my master's safety in my hands!"
Even if you don't send him anything, he will still take care of you.
The others readily agreed.
Now, who doesn't know that Dr. Bai has a very considerate and generous husband?
Bai Yajing let him have his way, knowing he was worried, and simply let him do as he pleased.
My family has been very anxious these days. My godmother has even calculated the dates carefully and sneaks in time every day to run over to her to make sure she has given birth before she can feel at ease.
Today she brought over the small swaddle blanket she made for the child in her spare time.
"My dear, don't worry about the formula. Mom will ask your Grandma Pei, your sister-in-law Pei, and my colleagues to get it for you!"
"The snow hasn't melted yet, so don't go out unless you need to. Tell Mom if you need anything, and ask if you're cold at night."
She busily tidied up the small rest room, muttering about various things that were on her mind.
She had heard from her mother about the hardships Bai Yajing had faced during her last childbirth, which had terrified her so much that she hadn't slept well for the past few months, fearing something might happen to her.
They prepared plenty of supplies.
Bai Yajing watched her busy figure and listened to her nagging, a warm feeling washed over her.
"Mom, don't worry, it was really an accident last time. I'm staying in the hospital this time, so I guarantee there won't be any problems!"
Xu Wei looked at her speechlessly. This child is really carefree!
However, it's good that she's more easygoing; otherwise, she might get nervous. She still needs to calm herself down so as not to affect her daughter...
"Okay! Mom got it. It's getting late, they're still waiting for me over there, so I'll head back now."
I'll be staying in the city lately, so just call the Pei family if anything comes up.
Bai Yajing felt sorry for her going through all that trouble. It was really unnecessary for her to travel between the research institute and the city every day. It would be better for her to live in the staff quarters!
“Mom, Grandpa, Grandma, and Grandpa are here in the city, and A-Che is here too. You don’t need to travel back and forth every day. You often work overtime and then rush back to the city. You even came to see me in the morning while I was rushing back to the research institute. It’s too tiring for you…”
Xu Wei, however, had made up her mind.
"It doesn't matter where you live, it makes no difference. I need to keep your Grandma Pei company, right? Okay, don't worry so much, your godfather will pick you up and drop you off!"
Bai Yajing sighed helplessly; her godmother was just too worried about her...
She's already given birth once, so she knows her own body best and isn't nervous at all.
As soon as Xu Wei stepped out the door, she felt dizzy, and Bai Yajing was so frightened that she quickly went over to support her.
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