Gu Zhengkai actually knew what Jiang Qiao had inquired about, and looked at his niece with a smile in his eyes.
"Qiao'er, you've come to the right place. These people are currently on our farm here, and they're under our jurisdiction for the time being. Do you want to see them?"
Jiang Qiao hesitated for a moment, "Uncle, are these people allowed to see their family members?"
Gu Zhengkai nodded. "Of course, these people can't go out. Their clothes will have to be delivered by their families."
Jiang Qiao nodded, turned around and jumped out of the car, went to the driver's seat, and took out some packages from her storage space. Some were for Erping's parents and grandparents, some were for Zhu Lin, and some were food.
Gu Zhengkai didn't know what his niece meant by jumping down, but when he saw what the child had brought, even he couldn't help but laugh.
"You silly child, you've come all this way. What will you do if these people aren't here with me?"
Jiang Qiao shrugged indifferently, "Then take it back. I've been asked to do this, so I have to help them get it done."
"No, if visits are allowed, why don't the family members know their loved ones are here?"
Gu Zhengkai shook his head. "I'm not too clear about the past situation, but it's fine for now. You don't need me to take you there?"
Jiang Qiao shook her head. "It's better not to use you for this. Their identities are special. Let me, an ordinary person, handle it."
Uncle, can they visit anytime, or are there fixed times?
Gu Zhengkai smiled and said, "They're not criminals, so there aren't any strict rules. As long as the family members come, we should be able to see them. Come on, I'll take you there."
Jiang Qiao packed her things and went to the labor camp with Gu Zhengkai. It has to be said that this place is different from the prison. The people here seem to be relatively free. They are only required to work and study. When Jiang Qiao arrived, these people were studying.
Upon hearing that someone was looking for them outside, everyone else looked at Erping's parents and Zhu Lin with envy.
Zhu Lin naturally recognized Jiang Qiao, while Er Ping's parents were completely at a loss, not knowing who this little girl was.
However, seeing Jiang Qiao waving at them, the couple went over as well.
"Grandma Ning, Uncle Du, please sit down and listen to me first."
Grandma Ning, Grandpa Ning was worried about you, which is why he asked me to help look for you. He's doing fine here. I just got back too. Don't worry about him anymore, Grandpa Ning. We'll take care of him. Food and clothing won't be a problem.
This is a package for you, Grandpa Ning. It contains clothes, shoes, and other things. If you need anything, you can write to him. Oh, and I've put the envelope and stamps inside.
The old lady had been hesitant to speak, but when she heard Jiang Qiao mention stamps and envelopes, her face lit up with joy. They had recently been allowed to correspond with their families, but they had no money, stamps, or envelopes. How could they write? Jiang Qiao had finally solved a major problem for her.
Especially when she saw the clothes in the package, what else could she not understand? How could she not recognize her own clothes?
The old lady wiped her eyes. "Qiao'er, I won't say thank you. Go back and tell your grandfather Ning to stay at home and not worry about anything. Just take care of yourself and wait for me to come back."
After speaking with the old lady, Jiang Qiao turned to the Ning couple, "Uncle, Aunt, I'm here to see you on behalf of Erping and his sister. The three siblings are doing quite well, they're with a group of demobilized veterans..."
Jiang Qiao rambled on to the couple about what she could say. When they heard that their children were all alive and well, the couple almost knelt down before Jiang Qiao. Their biggest worry here was their children at home. Although their eldest daughter was old enough to take care of her younger siblings, their status inevitably meant they would be a burden on their family.
Now they can rest assured. The children have food to eat and wages to receive. They don't expect anything else. Jiang Qiao also inquired about the situation of their grandfather and grandmother, and it seems they are doing alright for now.
After Jiang Qiao left, the three people opened their packages, each one with tears streaming down their faces. Inside were not only clothes and food, but also medicine and some money.
"What a kind person!"
They were at a loss for words to describe Jiang Qiao. They knew exactly what was in the package. Their daughter was definitely not good at handicrafts. Where would she get the money or cloth coupons to ask for help? How could someone without a job possibly acquire these things?
There's only one possibility: these were all prepared by other people's children. Saying thank you is too weak; it can't express their gratitude.
Seeing his niece come out, Gu Zhengkai grinned and asked, "Is everything done?"
Jiang Qiao nodded. "Uncle, don't leave yet. I have something to tell you. What are your plans for my older brother? Aren't you going to bring him to live with you?"
Speaking of his son, Gu Zhengkai looked worried. "I wanted to bring your grandfather and your brother over, but there are no schools here, and my workplace hasn't provided any housing. I only have one dormitory. If I bring the children over, there's no way I can accommodate them."
Your grandfather also said that he cannot leave. His status is what it is, and even your father and I cannot change that. Your father's opinion is that your grandfather should stay in the countryside, as it is much better for him than for him to stay in the city.
I'm really conflicted right now. I can't take care of everything. I know the teaching conditions in the city are better than in the countryside, but if they leave, it'll be hard for your grandfather to be alone. At worst, I'll make more trips when I'm on vacation. I can't let my son become estranged from me, he's my only child.
Jiang Qiao hesitated for a moment, then asked, "Uncle, have you thought about your own personal life?"
Gu Zhengkai was surprised that his niece would care about this matter. He smiled and shook his head. "Qiao'er, this is not within the scope of your uncle's consideration. I have already let your aunt down enough. I can't let your brother down too."
"With a stepmother comes a stepfather. I don't know if some things will change. It's better to leave things as they are now. No matter how hard or difficult it gets, can it be worse than staying there for ten years?"
Since Gu Zhengkai had his own ideas, Jiang Qiao stopped interfering. In fact, she was also worried about what would happen to the family if Gu Zhengkai remarried. She couldn't say for sure.
In her mind, the family members she currently has are all blood relatives. If Gu Zhengkai were to marry another person, that person would truly become an outsider. With an outsider present, there are many things she can no longer offer, and there are certain matters she will no longer be involved in.
After saying goodbye to Gu Zhengkai, Jiang Qiao drove towards the countryside. Qiao Jie was getting old and was already very tired after the trip. She was worried that the old man's health wouldn't be able to handle it if she asked him to go to the countryside that night or tomorrow. It would be better for her to go first and then go later when the old man had recovered.
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