When the two finally separated, Xu Ningyan's cheeks were burning, she was panting, and her legs were so weak that she could hardly stand.
Jiang Zhiyuan barely suppressed his desire, took a few deep breaths to calm his burning desire.
He reluctantly kissed Xu Ningyan's face a few more times before reluctantly letting her go and helping her sit down at the table to rest.
Go set out the bowls and chopsticks yourself to prepare for the meal.
While her hands were busy, she didn't forget to talk to Xu Ningyan: "Did you rest well this afternoon? I saw you washed all the clothes? Why didn't you leave them for me to wash when I get back? Winter clothes are thick and heavy to rinse. I'll wash them next time when I get back."
On one hand, he boasted, "Today our cafeteria chef is making his signature stir-fried squid rolls and braised goose in an iron pot. You should try them later."
Xu Ningyan recovered, got up and opened the stove door, making the fire blaze up immediately, and the water that had been bubbling suddenly boiled.
Blanch the cabbage and radish slices until cooked, then remove them and place them in a bowl.
In the dipping sauce bowl next to it, chili peppers were roasted and crushed in the stove, along with various seasonings, chopped green onions, and cilantro. Finally, hot soup was poured over it, instantly releasing the aroma that made one's mouth water.
The stir-fried squid rolls and braised goose in an iron pot in the lunchbox were also heated up on the stove.
The two sat down and ate their meal together intimately.
You put a piece of food on my plate, and I'll put a piece of food on yours.
Jiang Zhiyuan hadn't asked much since Xu Ningyan looked alright earlier, but now that he had some free time, he finally remembered to ask her if her work trip back home had gone smoothly, including transferring her household registration and grain and oil rations.
Xu Ningyan had nothing to hide and told Jiang Zhiyuan everything.
Jiang Zhiyuan did not comment on the behavior of the people in the Unity Brigade, or on the behavior of Sister Hu from Li Jianguo's country.
He had anticipated all of this, and he had already given Xu Ningyan a heads-up before she went back.
Seeing that Xu Ningyan didn't seem too disappointed, Jiang Zhiyuan felt relieved.
Getting down to business: "Your job has been arranged. I'll have Sun Zhou take you to report for duty tomorrow! It's not far, just to the Dongcheng District Library. You'll be organizing books, cleaning up, and registering anyone who comes to borrow or read a book. It's a relaxed job, and you won't have to deal with many outsiders."
"Your starting salary is that of an 8th-level clerk, 33 yuan a month. It's a bit less than what you earned at the department store. The main problem is that a 7th-level clerk requires a vocational school diploma, but don't worry, our family isn't short of that money! Go to work first, and study hard in your spare time. Next spring, enroll in night school to get your junior high and high school diplomas. Then you'll get a raise."
"If you really don't like it, we can figure out another job later?"
Jiang Zhiyuan was afraid that Xu Ningyan would be dissatisfied with the job, so he quickly explained.
Xu Ningyan was extremely satisfied! What do you call this? This is the kind of job that's permanent, has little work, and is basically a retirement home!
In later generations, such jobs were truly rare and sought after; one even had to pass an exam!
Now we can just get it arranged directly, what more could we ask for?
As expected, a golden thigh is a golden thigh! Unable to contain her excitement, she hugged Jiang Zhiyuan tightly: "Why change? This job is great! It's easy and comfortable, with little work and a good salary. This is my dream job!"
She's not stupid; this job must have been carefully selected and decided upon by Jiang Zhiyuan and Jiang Yuan.
In Beijing, the environment is complex, and some jobs that seem pretty good actually involve too many hidden issues.
It's better to go to a place like this, a good place to retire. The staff is simple, so she doesn't have to deal with too many people, and she doesn't have to worry about anything.
Jiang Zhiyuan was relieved to see that Xu Ningyan was genuinely happy and enjoyed working at the library.
His expression softened even more.
Just as Xu Ningyan was about to let go after the hug, he pulled her back, held her in his arms, and gently kissed her hair and earlobes: "How about we register our household here? So we don't have to transfer it over after we get our marriage certificate during the New Year—"
Xu Ningyan glared at him, annoyed. He never forgot to remind himself that he had to get married after the New Year.
But it can be considered an implicit acceptance.
Unable to contain his joy, Jiang Zhiyuan hugged the person and kissed them twice before happily going to clean up the dishes.
After dinner, the two parted ways briefly, naturally having endless things to talk about and reluctant to separate.
Jiang Zhiyuan brought in a recliner by the stove, covered it with a quilt, and squeezed into the recliner with Xu Ningyan, rocking gently and chatting.
The lackey leaned against the stove, dozing off, occasionally letting out a few snores.
Xu Ningyan then remembered: "I'm going to work, what about the lackeys?"
The lackey, still half-asleep, woke up with a start when Xu Ningyan called its name, and wagged its tail twice.
Jiang Zhiyuan hesitated for a moment: "The lackey is now an unofficial dog of our unit! These days, when there's a task, all the young people in our unit would like to snatch the lackey to help. He's very popular! During the time you've been back in Jingshan County, the lackey has been helping out in our unit."
"Our bureau chief even asked me if I wanted to recruit the lackey! If you're willing, you can let the lackey into my unit. If you're not, you can bring the lackey to work every day, and I don't think anyone will say anything."
After thinking about it, Xu Ningyan decided to let the lackey be a happy family dog.
You have to understand that people in this era believe in the spirit of dedication. They are willing to give up their own lives in critical moments, let alone a lackey who is just a dog.
She regarded the lackey as her own family and brought it from the vast rural mountains to the capital. If she were to let it lose even this little bit of freedom in the future, how could she be worthy of the lackey?
Besides, it's not like she can't afford to support her lackeys!
Jiang Zhiyuan naturally had no objections, firstly because he respected Xu Ningyan's decision.
Secondly, their unit's missions are risky. If something really happens to the lackey, how will he explain it to Xu Ningyan?
After finishing their business, Xu Ningyan glanced at her watch and realized it was already past nine o'clock. She hurriedly got up to go back to her room to rest.
Although Jiang Zhiyuan was somewhat reluctant, he thought that Xu Ningyan had had a hard time traveling by train and that it was indeed getting late, and she had to report for duty the next day, so he had no choice but to let her go.
At least Xu Ningyan won't leave after arriving in the capital this time, so the two of them will naturally spend a long time together in the future, and there's no rush to reach that day.
That night, Xu Ningyan slept exceptionally soundly and peacefully.
When I woke up, it was already broad daylight.
Jiang Zhiyuan had already emptied the ashes from the stove, which went out in the middle of the night, and he relit it early the next morning.
A pot of millet porridge was simmering on the stove. He ran back with his lackey and brought back breakfast.
Seeing that Xu Ningyan had woken up, he urged her to wash up and eat.
After finishing their meal, Jiang Zhiyuan went to work, leaving her at home to wait for Sun Zhou.
Before long, Sun Zhou arrived. He first checked the materials Xu Ningyan had brought to make sure nothing was missing before leading her outside.
Although there was still snow on the road, it had mostly melted.
It's just unusually cold.
Both of them were wrapped in thick cotton-padded coats, and wearing hats and gloves.
Since it wasn't far, only a ten-minute walk, Sun Zhou simply took her to the library in Dongcheng District.
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