He had something to ask for, which was within Cui Zhiyuan's expectations. His expression was calm: "Brother, go ahead."
"Please take good care of Wen Wendong and Pan'er."
Cui Ningyuan's request surprised Cui Zhiyuan a little.
Cui Wendong was also a little surprised and said quickly, "Dad, Pan'er and I are doing well. My second uncle takes good care of us. He gave me 10,000 yuan to buy a house and get married, and gave Pan'er 2,000 yuan as a dowry. He also gave me another sum of money and asked me to send it to you and my third uncle and eldest brother regularly to improve your lives."
"Zhiyuan, thank you for taking care of them."
Cui Ningyuan's heart was filled with complex emotions. He sighed and said, "Zhiyuan, because of my mistakes, I have implicated my family and harmed Wendong and Pan'er. They can't join the army or politics in the future. They don't have any other skills, let alone learn a craft."
"We used to focus all our energy on training Wenhao and neglected the siblings. I know my parents' personalities well, and they won't be able to help Mingyuan and Wenhao much after they leave."
"Your sister-in-law is also incompetent. It's not easy for her to take care of the old and young. There is really no one at home who can help them. Big brother can only ask you for help."
His request was not offensive. Cui Zhiyuan felt a bit of pity and care for his nephews and nieces, so he nodded and agreed: "Okay, I will take good care of them and ensure that they have enough food and clothing."
Cui Ningyuan knew his character, and he would do what he said. "Zhiyuan, I'm sorry to trouble you."
Seeing him like this, Cui Zhiyuan felt very uncomfortable, but he did not scold or blame him, nor did he complain. After all, it was useless to say these things now.
Next, Cui Ningyuan talked to his son for another five minutes. When the prison guard reminded him that the time was up, the two separated.
"Dad, let's go back first."
Cui Wendong gave him everything and also took out a hundred yuan in cash and receipts. He felt sad and uncomfortable: "I will send you food and drinks in a while. Eat well in here and don't be too frugal. I will find a way to make money to support the family. You don't have to worry about us."
"Wendong, don't go astray." Cui Ningyuan warned him, then left with his things.
When leaving the visiting room, Cui Wendong's eyes were burning and red. He touched his eyes behind his back and wiped away the tears.
The uncle and nephew had just chatted a lot on the way here. Cui Zhiyuan had also told him a little about the situation abroad. Now that they were on the bus back to the city, he brought up the topic again: "Wendong, do you want to go abroad with me?"
"Uncle, I don't speak any foreign languages, not even the most basic spoken language. I don't have any skills. If I follow you to Country M, I probably won't be able to find a job and support myself."
Cui Wendong was clear-headed. He knew that he didn't recognize a single word in the book his cousin had read before. If he blindly followed his uncle abroad, it would only cause trouble for his uncle.
Cui Zhiyuan went to university and learned foreign languages in school, but his language proficiency was very average at the time. It took him nearly half a year to be able to communicate smoothly with others after going abroad. For someone like him who had never learned a foreign language, it would take at least one or two years to adapt.
Cui Zhiyuan thought about it carefully and said, "I've learned about the recent developments in China. There's a high possibility of economic reform this year. Once the policies are implemented, many overseas Chinese will return to China to develop their careers. I'll also come back when the time comes."
"My company is engaged in the research and development and production of machine tool production line equipment, focusing on technological research and development. If you have no experience in this industry, it will be difficult to get started."
"Company management is different from back home. Here, it's about relationships, while my side emphasizes ability and talent. I can arrange for you to join the company, but you don't understand the technology and can't achieve anything. You won't have any chance of promotion for three to five years."
He was telling the truth, and Cui Wendong understood: "Uncle, I don't have any special skills right now. Joining your company would only hinder me and make people look down on me and gossip about me. I won't cause you any trouble."
Cui Zhiyuan was pleased that he was unlike the other members of the Cui family. He said, "The economic reform policy should be announced soon. You and Pan'er should stay in Kyoto for the time being and wait until the policy is relaxed. I will come back as early as the beginning of next year and make arrangements for you based on the policy. You should think carefully about whether you want to focus on learning technology or go into business in the future."
"Okay, I'll think about it first. Thank you, Second Uncle."
Cui Wendong also knew that it was not appropriate to take any drastic action now. After all, his second uncle was a foreigner now, and if he was not careful, he might get into trouble again.
At noon, Gong Linglong drove home for lunch.
Lu Jingchuan and his three children arrived home earlier than her. The four of them took a shower as soon as they came back. Now they were all sitting in the living room in their shorts, eating watermelon in a cool outfit. Little Han Chichi was sleeping soundly on the small bed next to them.
Gong Chengjun and Huo Xinqiong went out to do some business, and Gong Wantang prepared lunch at home, cooking two meat dishes, two vegetable dishes, and a bowl of crispy and delicious kimchi.
"Mom, when will my uncle and the others come back?"
"Maybe two or three days."
Gong Chengjun and his team went to the earthquake-stricken area in Tang City. This time he went there to donate money to build a Hope Primary School in the name of his niece. He had already obtained the approval documents from the leaders two days ago.
He returned to China to run a charity and assist in the reconstruction of the disaster-stricken areas. The leaders were naturally happy to see him and approved his proposal very readily. They even personally called the local government and asked them to fully cooperate.
Speaking of her eldest brother, Gong Wantang smiled. "I've had several detailed conversations with him over the past two days. Last night, Ah Ji had another long talk with him all night long. He's finally willing to let go of his worries and agree to consider marriage."
"He probably didn't sleep all night last night. When he woke up, his eyes were heavily rimmed and bloodshot. Xinqiong offered him eye drops and egg compresses, but he didn't refuse, nor did he complain that she was too talkative. He even offered to help her carry her bag and luggage when they left the house, and when they got in the car, he showed concern and even helped her fasten her seat belt."
Gong Linglong smiled when she heard this, "Aunt Huo must be very happy today. With her enthusiasm, my uncle won't be able to handle it."
Gong Wantang gave her a stern look, then slowly picked up some food, saying, "Big Brother is slow to warm up and has a lot of emotional ties. Xinqiong is lively and enthusiastic, and she's deeply devoted to him. They're actually quite a good match. Xinqiong likes to joke around, but she's actually very measured. She never jokes around when it comes to serious matters, and only speaks boldly when they're with him in private."
Gong Linglong had talked to Huo Xinqiong a long time ago. She fell in love with her uncle at first sight. They first met in the year of graduation and she has been pursuing him until now, for more than ten years.
Huo Xinqiong was very familiar with the Gong family and had long known that Gong Chengjun was carrying a deep blood feud. He would not consider marriage until his mother's death was avenged, so she never mentioned it. Only after the revenge was settled did she launch an offensive against him.
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