Chapter 217
Zhang Gaoyuan smiled as expected.
As expected, all members of the Zhang family are extraordinary. Although Linlin is smart, especially smart, it is her first time in Beijing after all, and she doesn't feel restrained or curious at all.
Although he was happy, his look was indifferent, as if he was used to it, quite like a general.
Zhang Lin didn't know that Grandpa Zhang, in his heart, was evaluating her as a great general.
The Zhang family is not in the courtyard.
After my grandfather retired, he could have served as a committee member, but due to health reasons, he refused and retired completely.
This is also the reason why the second family dared to set their sights on Zhang Wan.
I thought the old man had retired and could no longer control them.
Unexpectedly, the old ones are still the wisest. Even after retirement, the old man's influence is still respected. Not only did the second wife's family not get any benefits, but they have no hope of promotion and are completely stuck in their current positions.
At least, the old man is still around and will not allow such descendants to climb up and then act tyrannically without any moral bottom line.
After all, he even coveted his own eldest brother's property and wanted to give away his own niece to pave the way for himself. The higher this kind of person stands, the greater the harm he will cause!
If this family had not done anything too outrageous other than disrupting his niece's marriage and coveting his eldest brother's property, the old man would have taken action long ago.
The Zhang family has been prosperous for one or two hundred years, and they cannot let the reputation of the entire family be ruined because of an unfilial son.
After all, there are still many good children from other rooms and from other branches.
As for carrying on the family line, he still has a younger brother. Although his nephew is not as good as his eldest son, he is also very outstanding and has good character.
He doesn't need to consider this at all.
When he was young, the old man went to military school, fought on the battlefield, and served as a leader. He had long since become indifferent to everything.
My daughter is married and living well.
Apart from being worried about my beloved granddaughter, I really have nothing else to worry about.
The Zhang family's large courtyard is in Xicheng District, where many retired cadres live and take care of themselves. There are guards in every courtyard.
This area is quiet and well-greened. Every now and then, one or two people who look low-key but were once big shots would come out for a walk.
If it weren't for the guards coming and going, one would never have thought that so many big shots lived here.
Sitting in Grandpa Zhang's special car, we drove from the Dongcheng District where the train station is located, across Chang'an Avenue, and headed straight to the Xicheng District.
Zhang Lin looked out the window, seeing the familiar yet unfamiliar street scenes and the towering Tiananmen Square. Zhang Lin felt a little excited.
Although cities in this era are far from being as prosperous and colorful as they are in later generations, this street is still very domineering.
Perhaps in order to allow Zhang Lin to fully appreciate the scenery along the way, the car drove slowly, allowing Zhang Lin to see enough.
When we returned to Zhang's house, Old Master Qin was already waiting outside the door.
"Haha, Lao Qin is really diligent today."
Zhang Gaoyuan looked at Old Master Qin and laughed.
Although one of them was in politics and the other in the military, they were comrades who had fought together on the battlefield. It was only after the founding of the People's Republic of China that they gradually took on their respective duties.
"Yes, the legendary Linlin is here. The old man has been looking forward to it for a long time."
Old Master Qin also smiled brightly, and he looked in good health.
If it were Zhang Gaoyuan two years ago, his health would be far inferior to that of Old Master Qin.
Thanks to Zhang Wan's rebirth, she gave him the excuse of replenishing his body, which helped him improve his physique. Later, she gave him some fitness pills. Over the past six months, he took two pills several times. Now, Zhang Gaoyuan is in better health than those in their forties or fifties.
Even his hair, which had long been gray, had darkened a lot.
After all, in this day and age, no matter what your status or position, you are very busy and your body ages quickly.
"Hello, Grandpa Qin!"
Zhang Lin greeted obediently.
Grandpa Qin and Grandpa Zhang are different types.
Although Grandpa Zhang is old, he still has an elegant temperament. Grandpa Qin is the type of person who looks domineering at first glance.
One is domineering and reserved, the other is extroverted and imposing. They have two completely different styles, but they are equally awe-inspiring.
Having held high positions for many years, and even though they have retired, they still have that aura of authority without even getting angry.
Fortunately, after Zhang Lin's rebirth, he had extraordinary experiences and had long been calm. In his previous life, he might not have been as calm as he is now.
While Zhang Lin was observing silently, Old Man Qin was also looking at Zhang Lin.
Seeing Zhang Lin's calm yet enthusiastic look, he smiled slightly.
Although I have already gotten used to it with Lao Zhang, this girl is not simple.
Looking at Zhang Wan again, Old Master Qin felt a little envious.
He doesn't have any granddaughters.
Fortunately, Linlin is Chengfeng's sister, which means she is his granddaughter.
Old Master Qin took out a large envelope with a smile and touched Zhang Lin's head.
"Linlin is my grandson's sister, so she is my granddaughter. Come, this is a meeting gift from Grandpa!"
Old Master Qin ignored Zhang Lin's refusal and forcefully stuffed the envelope into Zhang Lin's arms. He then raised his eyebrows and smiled at Zhang Gaoyuan, saying, "Thank you, Old Zhang, for helping me bring my granddaughter back."
Zhang Gaoyuan's face darkened. This guy was trying to snatch someone from him!
"Haha, this is my granddaughter. I have sworn brotherhood with Brother Zhang a long time ago. Linlin is the granddaughter of our Zhang family!"
Everyone was stunned, even Zhang Lin was stunned.
Become sworn brother
How come they don't know when Grandpa Zhang and her grandpa became sworn brothers?
Seeing everyone's confused expressions, Zhang Gaoyuan smiled complacently.
"Back then, when the three of you went to the provincial capital, we opened the Zhang Family Ancestral Hall to swear brotherhood!"
Zhang Lin and Zhang Wan looked at each other, both feeling helpless.
Mr. Qin was also stunned.
OK OK!
This is how you play, right?
We have to open the ancestral hall to pay respect to each other!
Others would worship Guan Gong when they swear brotherhood, but you two, on the other hand, would directly open an ancestral temple.
Those who know about it think it is sworn brotherhood, while those who don’t think it is acknowledging one’s ancestry!
Qin Zizhou and Qin Chengfeng were also shocked. There was such an operation.
Are these two old men getting too old and confused?
"snort!"
Zhang Gaoyuan looked disgusted, thinking that these vulgar people didn't understand.
Although Brother Zhang is just an old farmer now, he used to be at most the eldest son or grandfather of a business family.
But that knowledge is really not shallow.
He is very smart. Although he is not as smooth as the old politician in dealing with people, he is really perceptive.
He is adept at handling anything, and is always calm and composed when faced with emergencies, with strong judgment.
When he found out that the younger brother Zhang below was the third brother of his elder brother Zhang, he suddenly understood.
No wonder, I felt a sense of familiarity when I first met Brother Zhang.
The two brothers look somewhat similar and their styles of behavior are also somewhat similar.
However, one is more low-key and steady, while the other is more ruthless and fierce...
It seems that Zhang Laosan has been greatly influenced by Zhang Laoge.
Generally speaking, in a large family, if the eldest child is particularly stable and capable, his younger brothers will more or less imitate and learn from him.