Zhou Chaoyang put the luggage away and said to Zhou Ziwen with a smile, "Brother Zhou, we are lucky this time. We bought sleeper tickets, so we can be more comfortable on the way."
Zhou Ziwen said gratefully, "Chaoyang, thanks to you, otherwise this journey would have been really difficult."
Chen Qiaoyi also smiled and said, "Yes, Chaoyang, thank you so much."
Zhou Chaoyang patted his chest and said, "Sister-in-law, what are you talking about? Brother Zhou and I are brothers, and it's only natural that we take care of each other."
Little Yueyue climbed up and down the berth excitedly, looking at everything around her curiously.
Xiao Xuanxuan was sitting on the bed, fiddling with a small toy.
Chen Shiying looked at the children and said with a smile, "Yueyue, Xuanxuan, be good on the train and don't run around."
Little Yueyue nodded obediently: "Auntie, I will be obedient."
The train started slowly, and there was a slight shaking in the carriage.
Zhou Ziwen sat by the window, watching the scenery outside gradually recede, feeling a mixture of emotions in his heart.
He thought about every detail of this visit home, the love of his family and the company of his friends, which made him feel extremely warm.
Zhou Chaoyang sat opposite, took out a deck of playing cards, and said with a smile: "Brother Zhou, sister-in-law, let's play cards for a while to kill time."
Zhou Ziwen smiled and nodded: "Okay, there's still a lot of time."
So they started playing poker.
After playing cards for a while, Yueyue felt a little sleepy and fell asleep in Chen Qiaoyi's arms.
Chen Qiaoyi gently stroked her hair, her eyes full of love.
Zhou Chaoyang looked at little Yueyue and said softly, "Brother Zhou, this child is growing up so fast and becoming more and more sensible."
Zhou Ziwen smiled and said, "Yes, looking at them, I feel full of motivation. I must work hard to make sure they live a good life."
As the train moved forward, the scenery outside the window kept changing.
From the bustling city, it gradually turned into a quiet countryside, with fields and mountains passing by before our eyes.
On the way, they had lunch in the dining car.
Although the food was simple, everyone enjoyed it with gusto.
Xiao Xuanxuan playfully smeared food all over his face, making everyone laugh.
After dinner, Xiaoxuanxuan also fell asleep.
Zhou Ziwen, Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying sat on the bed and chatted quietly.
"Chaoyang, you're well-informed. Have you heard any news at home recently?"
Zhou Ziwen asked.
"What news?" Zhou Chaoyang asked puzzledly.
"Is it about us educated youth returning to the city?" Zhou Ziwen said.
It is already 1977, and he estimated that there should be some rumors about the resumption of the college entrance examination.
Given Zhou Chaoyang's family situation, if there is any news, he should be the first to know it.
Zhou Chaoyang frowned slightly after hearing Zhou Ziwen's words. After thinking for a moment, he said, "Brother Zhou, I haven't paid much attention to this kind of news before. But now that you mention it, I can help you find out when I get back."
Zhou Ziwen nodded. "Thank you for your help, Chaoyang. If anything happens, we can prepare early."
Chen Qiaoyi said, "It would be great if we could really go back to the city. The children would also be able to receive a better education."
Chen Shiying agreed: "Yes, and after returning to the city, we will also have more development opportunities. However, I don't know what the policy will be like when returning to the city."
They were all educated youth, so of course they knew the hardships of life in the countryside.
It would be great if we could go back to the city.
"Brother Zhou, do you want to go back to the city? Do you want me to help you think of a solution?" Zhou Chaoyang said.
Given his family's situation, it shouldn't be a problem to arrange for a few people to return to the city.
"Forget it, I'm just asking." Zhou Ziwen shook his head.
He also knew that Zhou Chaoyang had the ability to get him back to the city.
But he was not in a hurry. After all, the college entrance examination would be resumed in a few months. By then, he could go back with a clear conscience.
Zhou Chaoyang looked at Zhou Ziwen's expression and felt a little confused, but he didn't ask any more questions.
He knew that Zhou Ziwen always had his own ideas. Since he was not in a hurry, he must have his own plans.
"Okay, Brother Zhou, if you change your mind, just tell me anytime." Zhou Chaoyang said.
Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying looked at each other. Although they also hoped to return to the city as soon as possible, they trusted Zhou Ziwen's decision more.
"Ziwen, do you have any plans?" Chen Qiaoyi asked softly.
Zhou Ziwen smiled slightly, looked at them and said, "Haha, don't worry, you will know later."
Zhou Ziwen definitely couldn't tell anyone about the resumption of the college entrance examination.
After all, even Zhou Chaoyang hadn't heard the news at this time, so he shouldn't have known it.
So, it’s better not to say it.
The train continued to move, and the scenery outside the window was like a flowing painting.
Zhou Ziwen leaned against the window, his thoughts drifting away.
He thought about every little detail of his time in Dabazi Village, from the initial discomfort when he first arrived to the current close relationship with the villagers like a family, and he also developed a deep affection for this land.
Zhou Ziwen's eyes were gentle, and his heart was full of anticipation for the future.
He knew that although Dabazi Village gave him the warmth of home, the city could provide children with better educational resources and families with more opportunities.
He already had a plan in mind and was just waiting for the right time.
Time passes quietly amid the roar of the train.
The chatter between Zhou Ziwen's family and Zhou Chaoyang gradually died down, and everyone was immersed in their own thoughts.
Xiao Yueyue and Xiao Xuanxuan were sleeping peacefully, their breathing even and calm, free from worries.
As night falls, the lights in the carriage become soft and warm.
Zhou Ziwen, Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying took turns looking after the children to ensure they slept comfortably.
Zhou Chaoyang took out some snacks and drinks and distributed them to everyone.
As the night deepened, the carriage gradually became quiet.
Zhou Ziwen gently covered Xiao Yueyue and Xiao Xuanxuan with a blanket, then lay down on the bed and closed his eyes to rest.
The mountains and rivers of Dabazi Village and the smiling faces of the simple villagers emerged in his mind.
He knew that no matter what the future held, that time would be a precious memory in his life.
The next morning, the train slowly entered the neighboring Ping'an County.
After arriving at the station, Zhou Ziwen and his family got off the bus and took a deep breath of fresh air. Although the air was a little cool in the early morning, it felt particularly refreshing.
He stretched his body after sitting on the train for a long time, then looked back at the children who were still rubbing their eyes.
"Dad, are we there yet?" little Yueyue asked in a daze.
"Yes, we have arrived in Ping'an County and will be home soon." Zhou Ziwen answered gently.
Xiao Xuanxuan was also awakened by the noise around him. He opened his eyes wide and looked around curiously.
Chen Qiaoyi and Chen Shiying tidied the children's clothes to ensure they would not be blown by the cold wind.
After leaving the station, they had breakfast at the hotel and then went to the station to take the bus home. (End of this chapter)
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