It was late at night and the moonlight was shining on the kang. Ping An had fallen asleep on the kang. Zhang Guoqing was holding his lovely wife in his arms and talking about today's gains.
He returned just before dinner, only having time to hide the things in his hands before rushing to the old courtyard to look for his wife. After seeing off his two sisters and their husbands, the four of them, father and son, gathered together to chat.
There was no delay. Now that his son was asleep, he finally had time to hug his wife and talk some private words.
"So, we have to wait a few days before we can talk about it?"
Zhang Guoqing hummed softly, "Several elderly people who were picking ginseng have said they've given up on going back to the mountains. Age is one thing, but the main issue is that they don't have work points and can't get food. Last year, some members were unhappy about trying to buy work points from the team, so they don't plan to go back to the team to avoid causing trouble for their children and grandchildren."
"They've sold their stock, so there's really no need to go up the mountain again at such an old age. Let's just wait for them to pull the strings. There's no rush. If they really don't have any, forget it."
Zhou Jiao thought about it, then asked worriedly, "Are you sure they won't spread the news?"
Zhang Guoqing patted her and consoled her, "Except for two families, the others were all contacted by Mr. Wang through outsiders."
"He didn't suspect anything? You collected a lot when you went to the mountains last time."
Zhang Guoqing chuckled, "I told him I had some old ginseng made into pills. The rest I sold and ate during the food shortage two years ago, so I thought I'd stock up. He actually had some at home, so I asked if I wanted some."
I let him keep it since he didn't need the money. Maybe this old fox realized that these things would become less and less, and he regretted selling so much of them. Before leaving, he even asked me if I wanted to go somewhere far away.
Zhou Jiao glared at him and said, "You won't agree to this, will you?"
Ouch! I slipped up again! Zhang Guoqing quickly said, "No. You misunderstood! The old man didn't want to go to the mountains outside. He wanted to take me to Changbai Mountain to find his nephew. He's a local and I heard he's not short of anything."
Zhou Jiao carefully studied his expression and said quietly, "The Daqing Mountains aren't big enough for you to explore, are you? How much inheritance does the old man want to leave to his descendants at his age? I'm going to give this old man a handful of medicine tomorrow to let him taste its power."
Zhang Guoqing leaned over her shoulder and laughed heartily. "He's a Baguazhang descendant. Before you could even get close to him, you'd already flown away. And you're still giving me some medicine?"
"I don't care whether you agree or not. Anyway, I'm going to the mountains with Ping An recently. I don't believe you dare to take your son on such a risk! This method has been happily decided. Any objection is invalid!"
"Wife...wife...Jiaojiao..."
Zhou Jiao looked at him silently. "Little guy! Are you exposed?"
"I really won't go deep into the mountains. I'll just go there for a few days and come back."
Zhou Jiao nodded, and when he looked surprised, she immediately said, "No problem, I'll take my son back tomorrow."
Zhang Guoqing's smile remained frozen as he looked at her resentfully, "Wife, you are so unlovable!"
Zhou Jiao laughed happily and kissed his face. "It's great that I can let you go to Daqing Mountain. Stop trying to be cute. If something happens to you, what will I do? What will our son do? Can you bear to let your wife lie under someone else? Can you bear to let your son call someone else dad?"
Zhou Jiao felt him gripping her tightly before she could finish her words, feeling quite satisfied. Life was going smoothly, and everyone's minds were so inflated they'd forgotten themselves. It was time for a good lesson.
Zhang Guoqing felt a pang of pain in his heart. After a moment, he grumbled, "You're so heartless! Aren't you supposed to love only me?"
Zhou Jiao gave him a funny look. "That's right. I only love you. But you weren't by my side to protect me. This world is so complicated. What if someone tries to kill me? So for my innocence, young man, you have to live longer than me. Don't touch anything dangerous."
Zhang Guoqing hugged her tightly without saying a word. Even though he knew the intention behind Zhou Jiao's words, he was still unhappy. You can say anything, but you can never use this as an example!
Zhou Jiao leaned against his chest, aware of his silent protest, but unwilling to console him. If she hadn't promised him to take their son to the mountains, she would have regretted it.
What meaning would there be in this world without Zhang Guoqing? Her father and mother were by her side, and her son would grow up and have his own life. Only this man beside her could accompany her forever.
Zhang Guoqing gradually felt the sadness of the person in his arms, and slapped his forehead in frustration, "Don't worry, I cherish my life very much. I still want to see you become an old woman."
"What's so good about an old woman? You would have disliked her then."
"Who said that? My wife is an old woman but she's still my treasure. I guess I need to keep fit, just in case some old man comes and steals my wife. Honey, when you're old, I'll carry you around the country."
"You're still traveling all over the country. Do you think you're just wielding a sword in the martial arts world?" Zhou Jiao said, laughing happily.
The couple stayed close to each other for a while, and finally Zhang Guoqing felt unhappy.
Seeing that it was getting late, Zhou Jiao simply repeated what Zhang's mother had said today.
Zhang Guoqing shook his head and told her about the conversation between the two brothers and his own speculations. Originally, he hadn't intended to get involved in the affairs of the eldest brother and his wife, so he didn't bother to elaborate. But now it was different. If his mother didn't know the details and started a mess, it would be a big deal.
After hearing this, Zhou Jiao's eyes flashed, "Would you agree if Boss Zhang married that girl?"
"Silly wife." Zhang Guoqing sighed softly, "Everyone has their own ideas, and I can't live his life for him. I've said everything I can say, so what else can I do?"
"You still haven't said anything. The point is that girl has terrible character! She knew he was the father of four children and had a normal family, but she still pursued him relentlessly. Is this what you call a good girl? She has no bottom line, no morals, and uses love as an excuse. If a woman like this really entered the Zhang family, I would not associate with her. It's disgusting!"
"I know this, but I'm worried that saying these things might make the boss rebellious. Since he says he has no ulterior motives, let's just let it fade away."
"Hehe... I really regret agreeing to Mom today!"
Zhang Guoqing patted her on the shoulder and said, "Don't get angry about other people's affairs. This time, I'm going to the provincial capital with the children. When the time comes, just follow your mother's instructions and take a walk around the school. Then I'll take you away."
"I'm worried that this plan of mine will backfire. Have you considered one more thing? The other party's motive for being interested in your eldest brother. You acted too rashly this time, actually listening to Boss Zhang and not checking the other party's bottom line."
Zhang Guoqing's pupils shrank. "Do you think the other party knows our background?"
"That's possible! Godfather can't possibly not take care of Boss Zhang. We know quite a few people in the provincial capital, and anyone with some connections would know Boss Zhang's identity with a little inquiry. What does it mean to be associated with him?"
Zhang Guoqing thought of the figure at the gate that day and narrowed his eyes. If she really dared to play dirty, she would be killed or at least suffer a heavy blow.
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