A soft-waisted educated youth has sex with a loyal dog and a rough guy in the 1960s

Chapter 1224: Live up to expectations
In the city, oil was rationed and required coupons, so it goes without saying how precious those few kilograms of rapeseed oil were.

Those were the thirty eggs.

Although the quantity may not seem large, it must have been an easy task to transport them all the way from such a distant place.
These are all precious sentiments.

Tang Mei watched this unfold and couldn't help but sigh:
"The journey is already so long, and you always end up spending so much money..."

Before she could finish speaking, He Hongjin waved his hand to interrupt her and laughed:

"Please don't say that. These things might be hard to get in the city, but they're everywhere where we're from!"

That's true, but don't chickens have to be raised from a young age?

Oil can only be obtained by tending to the seeds from the very beginning.

Fearing that the father and son would feel uncomfortable, Tang Mei only sighed slightly and did not say anything more.

But it was He Hongjin.

Having finished the pleasantries, He Hongjin got to the point:
"Mother-in-law, what have Xiao Liu and Bao'er's mother been busy with lately? I heard Xiao Chuan say that they both went to the hospital? Is that true or just kids making things up?"

"Huh? This matter..."

Tang Mei paused for a moment, then turned to look at Bai Chuan.

Seeing the chubby-faced boy laughing heartily at He Erge's antics, Tang Mei felt utterly helpless.

This can't be kept secret.

The He family came here because they hadn't received any news from Jingbei.

If we keep everything from them, and they come over and don't see anyone, they'll not only become suspicious, but they'll also be worried.

Tang Mei's mind raced briefly, and she ultimately chose to say the simplest thing:
"Father-in-law, you've come all this way because you're worried and concerned, so I won't hide it from you. Xiao Bao isn't in good health, and she's been sick again lately. Xiao Fu was worried that the nurses wouldn't take good care of her, so he went to the hospital to stay with her a few days ago."

"Oh? How long ago was this? Mother-in-law! They didn't go home for the New Year, and they haven't written home at all since. Is it all because of this?"

He Hongjin's face darkened with worry and seriousness, his expression wrinkled as he asked repeatedly:
"What's going on with Bao'er's mom now? That bastard! Such a big thing, and he hasn't sent a single word home for so long!"

If they had known about this, they would have come to the capital to see it long ago. Why would they have waited until now?

Seeing his anxiety, Tang Mei quickly said:
"We can't blame them for this. We didn't tell you because we didn't want you to worry. Also... I can't go into too much detail, but in short, there are a lot of things going on, and the family is worried about them. They really haven't been able to spare any attention."

As Tang Mei spoke, she felt an urge to wipe away tears.

Seeing her like this, He Hongjin became even more worried.

However, sensing that they had some unspeakable difficulties, He Hong's tone softened considerably:

"Mother-in-law, how is Bao'er's mother doing now? What's wrong with her? Is it difficult to cure or what's going on?"

How could Tang Mei tell the truth? She could only offer a compromise and appeasement:

"There's no need to worry too much about that yet. The doctor didn't say anything else, just told us to stay in the hospital for observation."

"Oh, I see..."

He Hongjin nodded thoughtfully, his brows furrowed in a persistent frown.

We need to deliver meals to the hospital, so we go to the market early every morning to buy fresh ingredients.

Everything was ready, and in just a short while, Wang Xiu had already cooked two bowls of hearty shredded pork noodles and brought them over.

Tang Mei invited He Hongjin and his second brother to have dinner first.

He Hongjin humbly sat down at the large table, and even asked as he picked up his chopsticks:
“Mother-in-law, which hospital are Bao’er’s mother and the others in? If it’s not far from here, I’ll go with their second brother to check on them in a bit.”

Tang Mei hurriedly said, "This matter is not urgent. You have come from a long way and haven't had much rest. After you finish eating, take a shower and get some sleep to calm your nerves. We are not young anymore. We are worried, but we can't cause any more trouble for the children at this time."

He Hongjin nodded absentmindedly: "Yes, yes, that makes sense, that's true..."

After the meal, Tang Mei arranged for me to wash up and rest.

But while his second brother, He Erge, was snoring loudly beside him, He Hongjin, with his arm under his head, tossed and turned, unable to fall asleep.

I don't know how much time passed, but I could vaguely hear children playing and making noise outside.

He Hongjin touched the doorknob to check for movement and realized that Mingyi and Mingxia had returned.

When the three children saw their grandfather from their hometown arrive, they all put down their schoolbags and ran up to him.
"grandfather!"

"Hello grandpa!"

"grandfather!"

"Hey, hey!"

Having not seen these children for more than half a year, He Hongjin was suddenly surrounded by them. He briefly put aside his worries and couldn't help but grin from ear to ear.

They were so busy responding that they were almost overwhelmed.

But that wasn't all. Not long after, Liu Xiaozhu brought Minmin back as well.

Minmin hasn't been home for several years.

The little girl is about to turn seventeen.

Now, not only does my complexion look better, but I've also grown taller and slimmer.

Just standing there, whether it's the tone of her voice when she calls him "Grandpa" or her demeanor, she's just like any other girl from the city.

Upon seeing this, He Hongjin's heart warmed, and he couldn't help but tear up. He patted Minmin's shoulder with deep emotion:

“Your aunt and uncle have raised you very well. You must live up to their expectations. When they get old, you must be as filial to them as they are to their parents!”

Minmin smiled and nodded gracefully, her lips curving upwards.

"Grandpa, don't worry! I earn twenty-five yuan a month as an apprentice. My master said I'll be able to graduate by next spring at the latest. Once I graduate and become a master, I'll earn even more. At that time, I'll definitely take good care of my uncle and aunt, and also you and Grandma!"

Unlike other organizations, the cultural center offers better treatment to its apprentices than those in regular factories.

He Hongjin was slightly surprised to hear this, but at the same time he was also gratified.

He wiped his eyes with his withered old hand and continued to instruct Minmin to learn how to manage a household, to save the money she earned, and not to be extravagant or wasteful.

Minmin agreed to everything, being very obedient.

Lu Yuanzheng returned in the evening.

The visit of the He family father and son was unexpected, but Lu Yuanzheng quickly regained his composure.

During dinner that night, Lu Yuanzheng also invited He Hongjin and He Erge to have a couple of drinks.

He Hongjin was concerned about Fu Jingyou and Lu Miao's situation, and had originally said he wouldn't drink.

Then I realized that the two families only see each other a few times a year.

Now that their in-laws were being so hospitable, it would seem impolite for them to refuse. So, they went along with the hospitality, chatting casually over the meal and having a couple of drinks.

He Hong had been to northern Beijing before, but this was the first time He Erge had come.

According to Lu Yuanzheng and Tang Mei, He Hongjin and his second brother should rest for two days. If they get bored, they can wander around the neighborhood.

There are also places to visit around here.