In the evening, when Sun Zhengguo was almost home, he suddenly noticed that the empty building next door seemed to have new residents.
"Huh! Zheng Nan, when did this family move in? I didn't notice them before."
"Brother, it's not that you didn't notice, this must be a new resident who just moved in today, because when I came to pick you up this morning, I didn't see anyone living here."
Sun Zhengguo didn't pay much attention to what his cousin said.
After the car stopped in front of his house, he got out and then Sun Zhengnan drove away.
After entering the house and putting down his bag, Sun Zhengguo was about to speak when his grandfather interrupted him.
"Jung-guk, what's the deal with the family next door? Do you know them?"
Hearing his grandfather's inexplicable words, Sun Zhengguo was taken aback and habitually shook his head.
"Grandpa, I don't know the family next door. Why do you ask?"
"You don't recognize him? That would be strange."
Grandpa then explained, "As soon as you went to work this morning, your grandma and I were taking a walk when we noticed that someone next door was moving. At first, we didn't pay much attention to it."
Who knew that around noon, a man who looked like an official came to our door, bringing many gifts and inviting us to dinner that evening. Who do you think it could be?
After listening to his grandfather's explanation, Sun Zhengguo was still confused and had no idea who the other person was.
But the gifts on the table were real items, all high-end goods.
Moreover, the people who can live here must be of extraordinary status.
Who could it be? Sun Zhengguo wasn't sure either.
At this moment, Ning Xiaowei couldn't help but ask, "Grandpa, didn't the other party reveal anything at all?"
Grandpa recalled for a moment and shook his head. "The other party didn't mention it. They just said that the leader had just returned and was handing over work in the department, and he was just following orders."
At this point, Grandpa seemed to suddenly remember something.
"Oh, I remember now, he also mentioned that the boss really misses your good wine."
Upon hearing his grandfather's words, Sun Zhengguo suddenly realized who it was.
"Haha! It seems to be an old friend. Since they are being so polite, let's go out for dinner as a family tonight."
"Zhengguo, who exactly is he?" Ning Xiaowei blinked and asked playfully.
"Honey, don't worry, they're all old acquaintances. Do you remember ten years ago..."
Just as Sun Zhengguo was about to reveal the other party's identity, a car horn suddenly sounded outside, interrupting him.
Upon hearing the noise, Sister Wu quickly went to open the door, and Sun Zhengguo had no choice but to wait and follow her outside.
Outside, an elderly couple was slowly getting out of a black car.
When Sun Zhengguo came out of the house and saw the two of them, he couldn't help but smile and quickly went to greet them.
"Vice Minister Bai, Madam, welcome back."
"Hahaha! Zhengguo, it's been ten years, and you still look so young. You don't seem to have changed at all."
Vice Minister Bai quickly stepped forward and extended his hand; the two shook hands tightly.
Then Zhang Nan stepped forward, "Zhengguo, you didn't expect it to be us, did you?"
"Madam, what are you saying? I guessed it was you as soon as Grandpa reminded me. Come on, let's go inside and talk."
As he spoke, Sun Zhengguo quickly invited everyone into the house, not even leaving out Secretary Hu who was standing next to him.
Just then, Ning Xiaowei also came out of the house. When she saw who it was, a look of surprise appeared on her face.
"Uncle Bai, Aunt Zhang, it's you! When did you get back? We didn't hear a thing."
"Oh! It's Xiaowei! So many years have passed, but apart from becoming even more beautiful, you haven't changed at all. Unlike this old auntie, oh~! By the way, your Uncle Bai and I just got back this morning."
Zhang Nan stepped forward, grabbed Ning Xiaowei's hand, and showered her with compliments until she was a little embarrassed.
"Not at all, Aunt Zhang, I'm worried that someone might look down on me!"
As she spoke, Ning Xiaowei glanced at Sun Zhengguo, seemingly with a hidden meaning.
Vice Minister Bai nodded in acknowledgment and then made a joke.
"Comrade Zhengguo! The person Xiaowei mentioned, could it be you?"
"Hahaha!"
Upon hearing this, the group burst into laughter.
Sun Zhengguo was a little embarrassed, wondering if he was that kind of person!
After a brief exchange of pleasantries, everyone went inside. Upon seeing the old man and woman, Vice Minister Bai and his wife also greeted them politely.
Next, Ning Xiaowei made tea, and the group sat down in the living room and started chatting.
At that moment, Vice Minister Bai casually asked, "Zhengguo, what about your sons?"
Sun Zhengguo replied with a smile, "He's studying inside. I just heard the news, and my eldest son is going to give it a try."
"Oh~!" Vice Minister Bai nodded, looking thoughtful.
He knew about the resumption of the college entrance examination, and now he was silently considering whether or not to abduct Sun Zhengguo's son.
If his father couldn't control himself back then, his son probably won't be any worse.
However, Vice Minister Bai could only think about these things in his heart. By the time Sun Zhengguo's son graduated, he would probably have already made arrangements, and it would be too late for him to get involved.
Just then, the three brothers, who were studying in the room, heard the commotion outside and came out of the room.
Ning Xiaowei brewed the tea and, seeing her sons come out, quickly introduced them.
"Shujie, Shukang, Shusheng, you've seen Grandpa Bai and Grandma Zhang, yet you didn't even say hello! They used to hold you in their arms!"
When their mother mentioned it, the three children greeted her in unison, even though they didn't remember it.
"Hello, Grandpa Bai. Hello, Grandma Zhang."
"Hello, children," Vice Minister Bai and his wife replied cheerfully.
Immediately afterwards, Vice Minister Bai had his secretary bring out the gifts that had been prepared beforehand: three Hero brand fountain pens, and gave one to each of the children.
"Thank you, Grandpa Bai. Thank you, Grandma Zhang." With their parents' permission, the three children happily accepted the pens.
"Don't be shy, kids." When Zhang Nan saw the children, her old habit kicked in again, and she immediately showered them with praise.
"These kids are so polite and good-looking. I wonder which girl they'll end up with?"
Well! Her praise made the child feel embarrassed.
Seeing his son's embarrassed expression, Sun Zhengguo quickly changed the subject and asked about the specific work arrangements for Vice Minister Bai's return this time.
Who knew that asking would lead to something so unexpected?
It turns out that Vice Minister Bai had done quite well in the south over the years. This time, he was transferred back to his old job at the Ministry of Metallurgy. However, by accident, he was promoted directly to a permanent position.
Sun Zhengguo then quickly offered his congratulations: "Congratulations, Minister Bai! It seems that this trip to the south wasn't entirely without its benefits."
Hearing Sun Zhengguo's congratulations, Minister Bai smiled without saying a word, just staring straight at him.
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