The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1398 The Sarcastic Zhang!
The arrival of winter means the New Year is approaching.

The train pulled into the station, billowing thick smoke.

Standing in the crowd, Zhou Bingkun stood to the side with a hopeful expression, while Li Suhua held Lao Geda's hand tightly.
Shortly after, Zhou Zhigang appeared among the disembarking crowd.
Looking at his father whom he hadn't seen in a long time, Zhou Bingkun shouted, "Dad!"

"Suhua, Bingkun!"

Seeing Li Suhua and Zhou Bingkun waiting for him, Zhou Zhigang quickly stepped forward.

As Zhou Bingkun helped his father carry his luggage, he smiled.

Just then, Zhou Zhigang turned to look at the child next to Qiao Chunyan and said, "Rui Rui is so big now!"

"Yes, Dad!"

With a big smile on her face, Qiao Chunyan looked at Zhou Zhigang and quickly said, "Rui Rui, call him Grandpa!"

"grandfather!"

Zhou Rui looked up and smiled.

"Good, good, good!"

Zhou Zhigang's face was full of smiles as he picked up Zhou Rui.

"Uncle, it's been a long time!"

Seeing Zhou Zhigang, Zhang Cheng also stepped forward to greet him.

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's voice, Zhou Zhigang immediately stepped forward and said, "You've worked hard all these years, kid!"

"Hey, what's so hard on me? It's all Bingkun who's been taking care of Auntie at home!"

Looking at Zhou Zhigang, Zhang Cheng immediately laughed.

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Zhou Zhigang didn't say much, but simply placed his hand on Lao Geda's shoulder and patted it twice heavily.
Since moving to the Third Front in 1969, the Zhou family has rarely been able to gather together.
Even though Zhou Rong was sent to the countryside near Jichun, she rarely had the chance to return home.
Moreover, he didn't return for several years after the college entrance examination, staying in Beijing the whole time, and even entrusting his child to his in-laws for care.
If Zhou Bingyi was his father's pride, then Zhou Rong was his precious darling.
But did Zhou Zhigang not know about Zhou Bingkun's sacrifices? No, he did understand, but as a father, he had always underestimated his youngest son, so even though he knew some things, he couldn't bring himself to say them!
"Alright, alright, it's so cold in here. Be careful my precious grandson doesn't get cold. Let's go home, let's go home!"

Holding Zhou Zhigang's hand, Li Suhua couldn't help but wipe away her tears as she spoke.

"Yes, let's go home!"

Hearing Li Suhua say this, Zhou Zhigang nodded quickly.

Inside the Zhou family home, a lively atmosphere prevailed as everyone gathered to chat.
Looking at the letter in his hand, Zhou Zhigang fell silent.

This year, Zhou Bingyi won't be coming back for the Spring Festival again; he'll be spending time with Hao Dongmei's parents.
Seeing Zhou Zhigang's expression, Zhang Cheng stepped forward and said, "Uncle, are you raising a son for the Hao family?"

"What are you talking nonsense about?"

Zheng Juan slapped Zhang Cheng on the back, and her expression turned serious.

Seeing Zheng Juan "scolding" him, Zhang Cheng quickly said, "Do you remember that year? You sent tea to your in-laws, intending to meet them, but their secretary returned it. They made Bingkun and Chunyan clean the house spotless, but no one showed up. My Juan'er was busy all day too! Is this how you treat people? You have no manners at all!"

"Alright, Brother Zhang, stop talking. Aren't Big Brother's parents high-ranking officials?"

Seeing Zhang Cheng start firing his full-map attack again, Qiao Chunyan quickly spoke up to stop him, because he really didn't tolerate anyone!

It wasn't until she married into the Zhou family that Qiao Chunyan understood what Zhou Rong's trip to the countryside had all about.

Even though Zhou Rong got into university, she almost didn't get in because the village chief was holding onto her letter of introduction!

If Zhang Cheng hadn't returned after completing his mission, Zhou Rong would probably have had to retake the college entrance exam!

Village Chief: Brother, I told you back then, once you come to my village, no one will leave!

Zhang Cheng:
"As in-laws, shouldn't we understand each other?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng beside him, Zhou Zhigang was furious, but ultimately said nothing.
Looking at Zhou Zhigang, Zhang Cheng said, "You're worried about hindering your elder brother's future, but at least you should let him know his duty as a son, right? Over the years, if it weren't for Bingkun taking care of the family, how many times has Zhou Rong come back? We can't always be the younger one making sacrifices, can we?"

Hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Zhou Zhigang let out a sigh of relief and said, "Stop talking, let's eat!"

"I!" Looking at Zhou Zhigang's furious but timid expression, Zhang Cheng was speechless.

Because he was a truly failed father. If it weren't for Zhou Bingkun always taking care of the family, the Zhou family would have fallen apart long ago!
"Auntie, just tell me, do you want your eldest son to come back? If you do, I'll go and bring him back for you tomorrow!"

Looking at Li Suhua, Zhang Cheng ignored Zhou Zhigang.

He was afraid of offending his in-laws, but Zhang Cheng wasn't.
What kind of son goes to his in-laws' house during the Lunar New Year? It's not like he's an orphan.

Moreover, this is Zhou Zhigang's first year back after retirement. Zhou Bingyi shouldn't have done this, right?
Does he really think he is selfless?

Without Hao Dongmei's parents' connections, would Zhou Bingyi truly believe that excellence alone guarantees success?

On the surface, he said he didn't want to benefit from his in-laws' influence, but without that relationship, could Zhou Bingyi have "advanced"?
Yao Lisong is right: never believe the saying that gold will always shine, because as long as there is a tattered rag, gold will never be able to show its brilliance in its lifetime. You must seize the opportunity!

Zhou Bingyi seized the opportunity, but in doing so, he also abandoned his family ties!
Looking at Zhang Cheng beside her, Li Suhua finally patted him on the shoulder and said, "Never mind, the boss has his own ideas!"

Hearing Li Suhua's words, Zhang Cheng fell silent, for wasn't this also the love of parents for their children?

Even if they feel wronged, they will only suffer in silence!

"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore, let's eat!"

Seeing Zhou Zhigang seething with anger, Li Suhua felt helpless, and Zhang Cheng didn't want to say anything either.

Because of this, he had no way to resolve the issue in a way that satisfied both sides!
After finishing his meal, Zhang Cheng returned home.

Holding her son, Zheng Juan looked at Zhang Cheng and said, "Don't meddle in Brother Bingyi's affairs. Don't you see that the more you talk, the more upset I get?"

Upon hearing Zheng Juan's words, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but say, "Is this my fault? Isn't this Zhou Bingyi's fault?"

"It's his business if he wants to improve himself, don't worry about it, just take care of the family!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with annoyance, Zheng Juan became serious.

Hearing Zheng Juan say this, Zhang Cheng asked, "Alright, when is Guangming coming back?"

"You can pick Mom up from tomorrow's train!"

After speaking to Zhang Cheng, Zheng Juan placed the eldest child she was holding onto the bed.

The next day, very early in the morning,

Zhou Bingyi's last words were written on the paper.

Upon exiting the car and seeing his "good son" getting out, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but tease, "Oh, isn't this Hao Bingyi, the good son of the Hao family?"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Zhou Bingyi turned his head in astonishment and said, "Zhang Cheng, what nonsense are you talking about?"

"What did I say? You've become an adopted son-in-law, haven't you? You didn't even come back for the New Year, how interesting! Look, even the cripple is talking about you!"

Pointing to Luo Shibin on the roller skates, Zhang Cheng laughed.
"Ahhh!"

He was gesturing wildly, and when Luo Shibin saw Zhou Bingyi arriving by car, he immediately went up to him and started "accusing" him, because this was a high-ranking official!

As for why Luo Shibin hadn't looked for anyone before, it was because this area was all Zhang Cheng's territory, and he wasn't very literate, so even if he wanted to look for someone, he couldn't!

Because who would risk offending Zhang Cheng for Luo Shibin's sake!

"you!"

Zhou Bingyi glared angrily at Zhang Cheng, his face immediately turning red.

"What? You want to hit me?"

Taking out his First-Class Merit Medal from his pocket, Zhang Cheng raised his eyebrows and said, "See that? Taking on ten of you is no problem!"

Angry at Zhang Cheng, Zhou Bingyi went straight home.
Watching Zhou Bingyi leave, Zhang Cheng couldn't help but say, "How rude! He didn't even call me 'Brother Cheng' when he saw me!"

As he spoke, Zhang Cheng walked up to Luo Shibin and kicked him in the skateboard, sending him flying like a sharp sword.
Ignoring Luo Shibin's howls, Zhang Cheng turned and went back into the house, because when it came to being sarcastic and unpredictable, he had never been afraid of anyone in Guangzipian!
(End of this chapter)