Grandma Zhou even saw them off at the gate of the courtyard, saying, "Oh dear, I'll have to go back and stay for a couple of days when the kids are on holiday. I'll chat with you all again later. My daughter-in-law wants us to come back and stay for a couple of days. Su, she calls this cultivating a relationship."
Director Xiao and Song's mother: "..."
Over the years, they haven't developed any affection; in fact, things have gotten worse.
After leaving Grandma Zhou's side, Director Xiao said, "I have a feeling that the old lady's move out is related to Su."
Song's mother nodded, also thinking about this matter.
To be able to coax someone like Old Lady Zhou is no ordinary feat.
Director Xiao sighed, "If I had known, I should have brought her to our Women's Federation."
Song's mother said, "They might not even be willing to come."
"...I was going to introduce her to someone last time."
Song's mother pursed her lips and said, "What are you meddling in? Does the Municipal Women's Federation have nothing better to do than keep an eye on these things? Free marriage is the trend now, so don't interfere."
Her son hasn't made any moves yet; she doesn't even know if he's dating anyone. She can't let someone steal him away.
Even Grandma Zhou praised him; he must be incredibly understanding and considerate. It's rare for my son to have such an idea; what if he misses out on this opportunity and remains a bachelor?
Director Xiao looked at her and said, "Director Qin, didn't you ask someone to find a partner for your son before? Why can't I introduce someone to someone?"
"...That's why my son didn't agree. Young people don't like these kinds of things." Song's mother said earnestly.
"Alright, alright, I won't get involved." Director Xiao smirked, then, remembering something, said, "Get up, Director Qin, your Song hasn't found anyone yet, why don't you introduce him to Su?"
Song's mother coughed. "Yes, I'll go back and talk to my son."
Director Xiao: "..."
That evening, Song's mother caught Song's secretary, who had finally come home for dinner, and interrogated him about his recent relationship.
Secretary Song said hesitantly, "It'll be soon, what's the rush?"
He's been counting down the days.
Song's mother said sternly, "Anyway, you have to keep a close eye on her and not let Su be chased away. I can tell from her name that she is a thoughtful, sensible, comforting, and filial daughter."
"..." Secretary Song looked at her, "Where did you hear that?" Although he did like Comrade Su, he couldn't lie to his conscience.
"Grandma Zhou, I went to see her today, and she kept praising Su. I even ran into Zhou's wife when I got back and asked her a couple of questions, and she also said good things about Su. What a wonderful woman she is! You mustn't joke around with her. If a woman like that were to become our daughter-in-law, I would be more than willing."
Secretary Song pursed her lips and said, "Okay, I understand."
He had nothing. Anyway, in his eyes, Comrade Su was the best, regardless of whether she was considerate or not.
...
At the Zhou family home, Director Zhou was talking about Su Yu with his wife.
"Her work performance is quite outstanding. It's just that she lacks seniority. If we were to appoint her as Secretary Hao's temporary secretary, I'm worried she wouldn't be able to gain the respect of the staff."
Director Zhou's wife had been doing well lately and was grateful to Su Yu. Hearing this, she said, "We teachers are ranked by seniority, and you secretaries are ranked by seniority too? Does that mean newcomers have no chance at all? You have to give people a chance. If we're talking about seniority, the other women in your department are senior, but who has stood out?"
“It’s different,” Director Zhou said. “Her situation was more or less a matter of chance, and she benefited from Secretary Shi’s favorable wind.”
"You need to have the ability to borrow it."
Director Zhou's wife said, "Since you've thought of her, it means you approve of her. Why not give it a try? It's just a temporary position anyway. If you send someone else, the temporary secretary who's been absent for a while might come back feeling resentful. Someone as young and inexperienced as Su is just right. I remember she still wants to go to university."
"Um."
"Isn't it right after the college entrance exam?"
Director Zhou said, "I'll discuss it with Lao Liu again tomorrow." He wasn't used to making work-related decisions at home. That wouldn't be proper.
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