Traveling through time with spatial abilities, the scientific research genius is a little sweet.

Chapter 348 The Down to the Countryside Movement Begins
Shen Zhihe arrived in Yuanhua County quickly. Besides the three men who came with Shen Zhihe and his wife, there was also a middle-aged couple from Haishi and their child.

They were probably among the first to be sent down to the countryside, and people only felt curiosity towards them, without any contempt or malice.

Because of the instructions from his superiors, Yu Kuanyan did not have any other ideas about Shen Zhihe and the others.

However, a few elderly women and men were still gathered around, discussing the matter.

“I heard from my sister-in-law’s brother’s nephew that these people all came from big cities.”

"I've heard about this too. The person in charge of this is our county's new director, Director Yu."

"I heard that many people from Beijing have been sent down to the countryside."

"That's terrifying! What did they do?"

"Who knows? But anyone sent here is probably no good!"

……

Amidst the whispers of the crowd, Shen Zhihe and the others lowered their heads in shame and indignation.

They felt like monkeys in a cage, being judged and criticized. Some of the more emotionally unstable individuals wanted to angrily retaliate, but were stopped by those around them.

Just kidding, if you retaliate with insults at this time, aren't you just asking for a beating?
They endured the pain, quickened their pace, and wanted to leave this place as soon as possible.

Once everyone had arrived, they were assigned to villages below the county seat. Shen Zhihe and his wife happened to live in Hongqi Village.

Su Nuannuan and Chu Mingzhou spotted Shen Zhihe and his wife in the crowd. Although they looked somewhat haggard, they were in much better spirits than the others in their group, which put them at ease.

Su Nuannuan pulled Chu Mingzhou along and whispered.

"We'll go back to Hongqi Village in a couple of days."

Chu Mingzhou held Su Nuannuan's small hand and responded softly.

"Ah."

Shen Zhihe also spotted Su Nuannuan and her husband in the crowd, but they weren't foolish enough to approach them and acknowledge them.

Amidst the onlookers' discussions, Shen Zhihe and his group headed to the village where people were undergoing labor reform.

Su Nuannuan watched their retreating figures, knowing that this was just the beginning.

Back home, Chu Mingzhou told Su Nuannuan another piece of news.

Recently, policies issued from above have encouraged young people to go to the countryside and help build the motherland.

Su Nuannuan was stunned for a moment before she realized what was happening and sighed.

Fortunately, none of our family members are eligible students.

Chu Mingzhou nodded as well.

In recent years, the number of people receiving government-subsidized grain rations in cities has been increasing, and many factories cannot meet the demand for workers. This has resulted in many idle young people staying at home.

The number of fights and brawls on the streets has also skyrocketed.

More importantly, where would they find enough grain to feed these people? Therefore, the government implemented the "Down to the Countryside Movement" to alleviate this awkward situation.

Su Nuannuan knew that things were fine at the beginning; there were no mandatory requirements, and it was all voluntary to sign up.

However, the policy later changed, requiring that any non-only child over the age of 18 who could not find a job in the county town must go to the countryside to build the country.

Thinking of this, Su Nuannuan suddenly remembered that Chu Huaying was not young anymore. So, Su Nuannuan asked.

"Mingzhou, how old is Huaying this year?"

Chu Mingzhou paused in his apple-peeling motion and said.

"Huaying is fifteen years old this year."

Su Nuannuan widened her eyes and said.

"Doesn't that mean there are still three years until Huaying reaches the age to go to the countryside?"

Chu Mingzhou frowned and pondered.

"That's probably impossible. Sister Yalan wouldn't let Huaying go to the countryside."

Su Nuannuan shook her head and said to Chu Mingzhou, "My eldest sister definitely doesn't want to. But there are more and more young people in the city now, and the policy of sending people to the countryside will definitely be continued. At that time, even if Yalan doesn't want to, Huaying won't be able to escape it."

After saying that, Su Nuannuan gave Chu Mingzhou a push.

"Write a letter quickly and remind Dad. While he still has some influence, see if he can arrange a job for Huaying."

Chu Mingzhou glanced helplessly at Su Nuannuan and said.

"Okay, I'll write a letter right away. However, Hua Ying is only fifteen years old, not sixteen yet, so the factory definitely won't hire her."

Su Nuannuan shook her head and said.

"You should settle down with a job first. Once Huaying comes of age, you can take over. Hurry up, because if the policy of sending people to the countryside is implemented, it will be even harder to find a job."

Su Nuannuan also wanted Chu Huaying to have a smooth and successful future.

However, through her understanding of Chu Huaying over the past few years, she has come to realize that while she has become kinder, she has not inherited any of her parents' intelligence.

Even when it came to the high school entrance exam, Zhao Yalan tutored him until midnight every day, and he barely passed.

Given Chu Huaying's talent, there is definitely no chance she will get into university.

Su Nuannuan sometimes wondered if the saying "positive times positive equals negative" was true.

However, the university will close in a year. At that time, even if Chu Huaying wanted to go to university, it would be impossible.

Chu Mingzhou thought about what Su Nuannuan said and felt that it made sense.

So, Chu Wenzhu took out a piece of stationery and began writing a letter while she was far away in Beijing.

My wife is right. Before my father is dismissed, we should do some things for the younger generation.

As the eldest grandson of the Chu family, Chu Huaying has also suffered a lot of grievances. His father has been away from him since he was a child, and now his mother has remarried far away, taking him away from his loving grandparents.

Now living on her stepfather's turf, Chu Huaying is arguably the most tragic younger generation in the Chu family.

Su Nuannuan suddenly spoke after Chu Mingzhou finished writing the letter.

"I wonder how Huaying and Sister Yalan are doing in the Southern Province. Has Duan Zhao been treating her well?"

Since Zhao Yalan and Chu Huaying arrived in Nan Province, there has been no news from them.

No wonder Su Nuannuan was so worried.

Chu Mingzhou was also very worried. Not to mention that Chu Huaying was his elder brother's child, he had raised Chu Huaying as his son since he was a child, and his feelings for him were extraordinary.

When Su Nuannuan brought up this matter, Chu Mingzhou also became somewhat worried.

Then, Chu Mingzhou suddenly spoke up.

"How about I go to the Southern Province to see Hua Ying?"

Su Nuannuan looked at Chu Mingzhou incredulously and said speechlessly.

"What nonsense are you talking about? You're the head of the pharmaceutical factory's R&D department, how could you possibly leave? Let alone go to such a dangerous place as the Southern Province."

As is well known, border areas are rife with enemy agents, let alone the southern province with its complex environment.

Therefore, even if Chu Mingzhou himself wanted to leave, the pharmaceutical factory would not let him.

Chu Mingzhou is now considered an important research talent in the country.

Chu Mingzhou felt a little embarrassed by what Su Nuannuan said.

So, after thinking for a moment, he said to Su Nuannuan.

"Why don't we let Dad go? He has nothing to do in Beijing anyway."

Su Nuannuan was even more speechless.

Sending Chu Wenzhu to another city at this time? Are you dreaming?

Chu Wenzhu's identity was already sensitive, and the fact that the higher-ups hadn't touched him meant it was probably because it wasn't their turn yet.

Sending Chu Wenzhu to a region like Nan Province, which is close to neighboring countries, would likely result in her family being placed under surveillance the moment she submits her application.

(End of this chapter)