After returning from an overseas inspection trip, not only do I have to submit a lot of reports, I also have to deal with delayed official business, and of course I have to attend countless meetings.
It's only been a month. If it were longer, or for personal reasons, Zhou Jiao really wouldn't be interested in going abroad. This would really interrupt her leisurely life.
Was this inspection effective?
Of course there are some, but don’t submit too many reports.
From agricultural development, industrial development, to the overall economic development of Western countries, a team of twenty people can publish a book with just one vision.
The problem is, borrow two words.
Different systems mean more time is spent on discussions in meetings.
Of course, this is a matter of official business, of short duration, and concerns the state's major plans. Even if it is submitted to the top leaders, no one dares to make the final decision immediately.
Compared to others, Zhou Jiao was surprised and delighted by this sudden opportunity.
She seemed closer to her goal.
Yes.
She was invited to a meeting of the Economic Research Office department.
This is a recognition of her personal ability, which makes her more excited than possessing huge wealth.
Because according to her father, she has already entered the national think tank. Although she is still a small soldier, everyone started as a small soldier, and everyone wants the right to speak.
So, what Zhang Guoqing has seen recently is his positive daughter-in-law, who goes to work in the morning, works overtime in the evening, and even speaks in her sleep from time to time.
He guessed that his wife must have adhered to the principle of "too much talk leads to mistakes" during the meeting, and as a result, some of the things she said could not be hidden in her dreams, and she kept muttering them endlessly.
Look at how pitiful they are! When will they be able to be like me, slamming their hands on the table when they are unhappy, glaring at others and making them shrink their necks in fear?
In order to relieve the pressure for his wife, Zhang Guoqing tried his best, although he disdained those who wrote, saying that they were not as decisive and efficient as the soldiers.
But it's still possible to divert his wife's attention a little.
"Wife, do you want to make a date this weekend?"
In the study, Zhou Jiao put down her pen and looked up at the man leaning against the door. "Where are you going?"
"Walk around. Now is the best time of year for an outing."
Zhou Jiao smiled apologetically at his reminder. This was the same time she had begged him during the Qingming Festival to take her up the mountain to take photos in the golden autumn.
He still remembers it, but I have forgotten it.
"I've been too busy lately and neglected you. Brother, this time it's just the two of us."
"Okay. I'll carry you up the mountain."
Zhou Jiao nodded with a smile. Carrying him up the mountain was out of the question, but occasionally carrying someone and lying on his back wasn't a problem.
On weekends, in the deep autumn of Zhaojin Xiangshan, the forest is full of colors. Walking on the soft fallen leaves and breathing the fresh air is simply refreshing and beautiful.
Looking at his lovely wife smiling like a flower, Zhang Guoqing had something to say.
"Do you like it? I'm sorry I don't have time to go out with you more often. Sometimes, I often wonder why this person works so hard, but misses the beautiful scenery along the way?"
A gust of wind blew by, and Zhang Guoqing took a leaf from her shoulder. "Like this maple leaf, no matter how beautiful and gorgeous it is, it will end when it is time to end."
“It’s the same in one’s life.”
"Be optimistic." Was his wife pessimistic, or was he just not good with words? "People are really different from this leaf. From the moment it was born, it has seen the surrounding mountains and rivers, but what about us?"
Zhang Guoqing took her hand and put it in his pocket, "Busy! When you're young, you're busy having children. When the children grow up, you're busy with work. When you finally have a stable life, you're busy again.
I often miss the first few years. Daqingshan was our paradise and that small courtyard was our home. We would queue up as soon as we got our salary and find someone to drink with when we were free.
It’s simple and comfortable, but coming here makes my mind more complicated. Year after year I tell myself that I can have some free time next time, but in the end, I’m still busy…”
"A lot of pressure?"
Zhang Guoqing shook his head. "I'm fine, but you. Wife, the word 'hard work' doesn't suit your pace of life. As long as I'm here, there's no need to rush. We're almost fifty, so enjoy life. The rest of your time should be leisurely and calm."
Zhou Jiao looked at him with amusement. Could she say she wasn't tired, that her life was pretty good now?
But it really can't be done. This man is still a male chauvinist at heart. He still wants to put him first, spend less energy on work, and care more about him.
She really needs to reflect on this.
In a family, if the husband and wife really want to make progress together, it is inevitable that they will neglect him. Although the aunt can cook, there is always a light on at home waiting for him when he comes home late.
But whether in his heart or in his own heart, the one he deeply loves is waiting for him at home. That is the real home, the most anticipated and heartwarming home.
"I was a little anxious, luckily you reminded me. Brother, I won't work overtime anymore. When we're free on the weekend, let's go for a walk together."
"You're not going to accompany your daughter-in-law?"
This complaining tone made Zhou Jiao burst into laughter. "No, they just happened to be accompanying Mom. When Dad has time, we can go out for a walk as a family."
Zhang Guoqing glanced at her sideways: He just wants a world of his own, why is he pretending to be stupid?
"There's a role you definitely haven't considered. As a mother-in-law, can you spend as little time as possible with your daughter-in-law? Your limited time is completely taken up by those two girls."
Zhou Jiao blinked, it’s true.
For the few good weekends, either her parents were around, or the two girls were around her, but what could she do? For the sake of family harmony and for the sake of her two sons, she had to take the opportunity to give the children some advice, so that when they came home in the future, she could get rid of the housework, right?
"Hmph, you wish! With your mentality, you can't let go of your son, and in the future you won't be able to let go of your grandchildren. Add to that work, and you'll abandon me sooner or later."
Zhou Jiao tried her best to suppress her laughter, "No, you will always be number one in my heart."
Zhang Guoqing raised his eyebrows. "Is there any need to say that? Who can accompany you forever? But you must remember what you said to your mother."
Zhou Jiao rolled her eyes. She had said a lot to her mother-in-law.
"I knew you'd forgotten." Zhang Guoqing stopped and glanced at her. "Children and grandchildren will have their own blessings. This time, it's not just talk."
Zhou Jiao pulled him and continued walking forward, smiling, "Okay, I'll keep this in mind."
"Do you see the difference between the two cousins? One cleanly left the youngster in the capital, while the other, like an old nanny, is always worried about her daughter-in-law not being able to take good care of her grandson.
But look, whose child is the most capable? Even if my aunt were still alive, she would still praise my cousin for her good work. How can a little chicken like that who is protected behind her have any future?
Zhang Guoqing said, squeezing her hand. "We'll be doing the same in the future. We'll just watch from the sidelines. The more you meddle, the more trouble you'll cause."
Zhou Jiao agreed temporarily because she wanted to wait for him to get slapped in the face!
It’s a pity that I didn’t record it in time as evidence!
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