After a moment of silence, Sun Zhengguo looked up and couldn't help but ask a question.
"Vice Minister Bai, the Ministry of Metallurgy has hurt you so deeply, is it worth it?"
"Comrade Zhengguo! You are still young and don't understand our generation. As long as the country prospers, what do my personal gains and losses matter? Consider this an old man who owes you a favor, how about it?"
Faced with Vice Minister Bai's repeated requests, the feeling of a hero growing old reminded Sun Zhengguo of a song—"Twilight".
A feeling of desolation suddenly welled up in my heart.
This time, he couldn't bear to refuse and made a solemn promise.
“Vice Minister Bai, I promise you, once I finish dealing with the engine issue, I will help the Ministry of Metallurgy with the drafting. I mean what I say.”
"Thanks!"
Vice Minister Bai stood up excitedly, and his two large hands clasped together tightly once again.
...
It was lunchtime, and since Sun Zhengguo had invited them, Sha Zhu was also called to the table.
Perhaps it was because they were naturally compatible, or perhaps it was because Sha Zhu's straightforwardness influenced Vice Minister Bai, but the two actually had a very pleasant conversation.
This was something Sun Zhengguo never expected, and he couldn't help but marvel at the power of the plot.
The three of them drank the wine brought by Sun Zhengguo, ate the delicious food prepared by Sha Zhu, and chatted happily.
After finishing their meal, Sun Zhengguo asked again when the two of them would be leaving the next day before getting up to say goodbye.
Vice Minister Bai and his wife escorted them all the way to the door.
Only after the car had driven far away did the couple slowly walk back into the house.
As the two walked and talked, Zhang Nan reminded him, "Old Bai, Zheng Guo not only brought you tea and wine today, but he also brought the dishes we had for lunch."
"I know! But I can't repay the favor right now, let's talk about it later!"
Vice Minister Bai looked dejected as he went into the house and then went to his study.
Zhang Nan was left alone in the living room, shaking his head and sighing...
On the other side.
Sun Zhengguo returned to the courtyard house, but he did not get out of the car. Instead, he took out 5 yuan and handed it to Sha Zhu.
"Brother Zhu, you've worked hard today. This is a small reward; I hope you won't think it's too little."
"No, no, no!" Sha Zhu quickly declined. "Zheng Guo, I won't take the money. I've already taken advantage of you by following you around all day, eating, drinking, and taking things. If I take money now, would I still be human?"
Sun Zhengguo had actually anticipated this outcome.
But he didn't want to owe anyone a favor, so he put the money in his pocket and took out a pack of Peony cigarettes that he had prepared beforehand.
"Since you're not taking money, you have to accept this cigarette, otherwise you're looking down on me."
"this…?"
Seeing the undeniable look in Sun Zhengguo's eyes, Shazhu nodded helplessly, "Alright then! Thanks."
He then asked, "By the way, Zhengguo, aren't you guys planning to go in?"
"We're not going in, we have other things to do."
"Alright! You guys get busy."
Sha Zhu got out of the car nonchalantly and then waved.
Sun Zhengguo nodded in acknowledgment, then stepped on the gas, and the car drove off into the distance.
Sitting in the back of the car, Ning Xiaowei couldn't help but ask curiously, "Zhengguo, where are we going now?"
“Honey, we had a lot of people help us last time, so I’m going to go and thank your Uncle Zhang and Uncle Yang this time. We can’t let them say we’re impolite.”
After hearing her husband's explanation, Ning Xiaowei suddenly realized why there were so many gifts in the back of the car.
She then stopped asking questions and began telling some short stories to the restless children.
...
At night, it was pitch black outside, but the entrance to a certain military camp was as bright as day.
Several figures slowly walked out from inside, chatting as they went.
Behind them was a young officer who was holding a child in his arms.
"Uncle, when I grow up I want to join the army too. Look how impressive they are, they can carry guns and fight bad guys."
"Hahaha!"
Ning Dazhuang burst into laughter upon hearing his nephew's playful remark.
“Zhengguo, this is what your son asked for himself. Don’t blame me for taking him away later.”
“Sure! As long as he’s willing, I have no objection,” Sun Zhengguo said nonchalantly.
He will not interfere with how his sons develop in the future; that depends on their own abilities.
If they have the ability, they can add the finishing touches themselves.
If they lack the ability, I believe they can manage to survive on their own.
As they were talking, they arrived at the car. Sun Zhengguo opened the car door, let the children get in first, and then turned to speak.
"Uncle Zhang, Uncle Yang, please stay a while! Thank you for your hospitality today."
"Alright, Zhengguo, drive carefully. But you need to control your temper in the future, after all, the situation is different now than before."
“Yes! Zhengguo, don’t blame your two uncles for nagging. You’re not alone. Think of your family more often, and don’t be impulsive in the future.”
"Thank you for your kindness, uncles. I have learned a lot."
After Sun Zhengguo finished speaking, Ning Xiaowei also greeted him, saying that her family would come to visit often, before the two got into the car and left.
Nothing happened along the way.
When Sun Zhengguo got home, he was surprised to find that someone was waiting for him!
That fat bastard Liu Haizhong is still waiting to report on his work.
Sun Zhengguo was speechless.
"Wife, you take the kids to watch TV. I'll stay in the yard and chat with Uncle Er."
"Alright! Then you two can chat slowly, Uncle." Ning Xiaowei said as she led the children into the house.
"Hey, hey!" Liu Haizhong nodded and bowed, smiling obsequiously.
After Ning Xiaowei left, Sun Zhengguo pointed to a stool next to him and said, "Sit down! Second Uncle, what is it that you want to report to me?"
"It's nothing major, just some organizational transfers. There are some things I don't understand, so I wanted to ask Director Sun..."
After the two sat down, Liu Haizhong began to speak.
It turns out that after he visited several times to express his loyalty, Li Huaide was preparing to appoint him as the captain of the disciplinary team.
Logically speaking, Liu Haizhong should be happy to suddenly become an official.
But he was still a little worried, so he wanted to hear Sun Zhengguo's opinion.
After listening to his story, Sun Zhengguo shook his head and couldn't help but let out a sneer.
"Second Uncle, if I asked you not to do it, you definitely wouldn't agree. Since you're already willing to do it, why are you asking me why!"
"Director Sun, I'm just worried about falling behind the times, so I wanted you to give me some pointers! After all, someone as senior as you can help me avoid a lot of detours."
Well! Looks like there's no hope for this fringe. Doesn't he know his own limitations?
Sun Zhengguo didn't know what to say to him. He could only offer him a piece of advice.
"Second Uncle, remember this saying: be lenient when you can, lest you be attacked from behind."
"That's all?" Liu Haizhong didn't understand what he meant.
I waited here all night, and all I got was a different sentence.
...
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