Courtyard houses: Those who are capable are rewarded, and many children bring many blessings.

Women are naturally fond of gossip, and Qin Huairu is no exception.

These women are far more informed than the careless men.

Niu Dazhuang is such a connoisseur of enjoyment. While Qin Huairu was gossiping about various rumors, Niu Dazhuang's hands were also busy...

Qin Huairu was used to it, but she couldn't resist Comrade Niu Dazhuang's skillful techniques.

"Ugh, it's always like this! Can't you let me finish what I have to say? You don't want to hear it!"

"You say your piece, I'll enjoy mine. Let's not bother each other. I'm listening!"

"They only bully me."

"Third sister, you're the oldest, so of course we'll bully you first! Go on, what happened to Zhang Daya afterwards?"

"I... I can't go on. Ming, I'll tell you tomorrow when this scoundrel isn't here."

The next day, Niu Dazhuang, full of energy, took Qin Huairu to his workplace. When they were still two or three hundred meters from the entrance, Qin Huairu jumped off the back of his bicycle.

"You should walk ahead; it wouldn't look good if your colleagues saw you."

Niu Dazhuang waved his hand, indicating that he understood. When he arrived at the office, although he hadn't been there for half a year, it seemed that nothing had changed.

I habitually turned my gaze to Bai Hongyan's former office. A sense of nostalgia washed over me.

I first reported to the head of the logistics department, and then went to the second-floor office building at the back.

When he passed by Su Wan's office, he found that she hadn't arrived yet, so he didn't stop. With a thought, a yellow gourd appeared in Niu Dazhuang's hand.

Niu Dazhuang gently knocked on Chen Jingshan's office door. After hearing "Come in," Niu Dazhuang pushed the door open.

Just as Secretary Chen picked up the thermos, Niu Dazhuang quickly took two steps forward, placed his wine gourd on the coffee table, and took the thermos from him: "I'll take it!"

"No rush, what's the matter?"

"I'm Niu Dazhuang from our unit. I just returned from a full-time training program and wanted to give you my thoughts."

Secretary Chen looked at Niu Dazhuang and said with a smile, "I know you. Last year you went to the Ming Tombs Reservoir with Vice President Su..."

Although Secretary Chen doesn't handle specific matters, he can still name everyone in the unit, and he can even tell you the basic information about the workers who have performed outstandingly.

Niu Dazhuang briefly described his experience of going on leave for further study, and then expressed his gratitude to his superiors for their guidance and support.

"Comrade Niu Dazhuang, your studies have paid off! You speak concisely and to the point, that's good. What are your thoughts on future work arrangements? Speak boldly, don't hold back."

"Personally, I'm like a brick in the unit, ready to be moved wherever needed. As long as it's about serving the people, I'm willing to take any position."

"Haha... What a fine brick in the unit! His ideological awareness is very high! We, too, should not only be ideologically aware, but also utilize our individual strengths so that we can better serve the people!"

Niu Dazhuang scratched the back of his head sheepishly: "Well, Secretary Chen, I used to be the militia captain of our brigade in the countryside. I even won first place in the commune-wide skills competition!"

"That's right, no one knows you better than yourself. You should go back to the logistics warehouse first; your appointments will be announced in a couple of days." He then patted Niu Dazhuang on the shoulder.

Niu Dazhuang didn't leave immediately; instead, he carried the thermos and brought back hot water.

"Secretary Chen, shall we add tea leaves?"

"The tea leaves are under the coffee table, put in plenty, I like strong tea. By the way, did you brew this medicinal wine yourself?"

"Yes, my uncle makes his own tiger bone and deer antler wine. When people get old, they inevitably have times when they're not feeling well."

"I never knew Niu Youliang had this skill! I have to try it!"

"Do you still remember my uncle?"

"How could I not remember? Your uncle used to visit us every year. Alright, go on with your work!"

As I passed by Su Wan's door, she was about to take the thermos to fetch water.

"Go back inside, I'll go run an errand."

What's there for Su Wan and him to be polite about?

After fetching the water, Niu Dazhuang busied himself lighting the stove in her room.

"That won't do. Will the stove be put out every day?" Niu Dazhuang said, a little unhappy.

"No, it's just a coincidence today. Don't worry, I'm eating well, and the doctor said I should exercise more so the baby doesn't get too big and make delivery difficult!"

"But you can't let it get cold."

"You just happened to be here today. Normally, I would ask someone from the office to help me. I know how to take care of my health. How about reporting to Secretary Chen?"

Niu Dazhuang first poured Su Wan a steaming cup of tea, and then brewed one for himself.

"That's how it was; I expressed my desire to work in the security department."

Now it was Su Wan's turn to be unhappy: "You, you always think about how you feel good, and never consider our feelings."

The security department has escort duties. And the roads aren't safe right now, what if..." Su Wan's eyes reddened as she spoke.

Niu Dazhuang quickly comforted him, "You're wronging me. Let me explain."

Is this the same strong woman I know? Why does she cry so easily now?

"Couldn't you have discussed this with me beforehand? What's the point of acting first and informing me later?"

"It's not that I'm afraid to discuss it with you, but you might disagree! Let me finish what I have to say. This is what I'm thinking: although driving and making rhymes is dangerous, I'm still confident in my skills."

I have my reasons for going to the security department. You know I'm not interested in being an official. But you also know my personality—I've got a lot of romantic entanglements.

In case anything happens, I have dozens of men under my command; they can take care of you all.

"What are you thinking? We've already driven Baldy to the island. Even if there are a few spies lurking there, they can't cause any big trouble. Do we need your protection? Do you think you're planning a rebellion?" Su Wan didn't understand.

"I'm doing just fine, why would I rebel! How can I explain this to you?" This really troubled Niu Dazhuang. He couldn't very well say that in 1966, the whole country would be in turmoil.

"In short, I did all this for my family's sake!"

Su Wan's tone softened. "Dazhuang, we're in this together now, so what can't you say to me?"

Suddenly, Niu Dazhuang had a flash of inspiration: "You know what my body is like, right?"

"We're talking about serious matters, why are you bringing that up?"

"Just answer my question!"

"Why even ask! A man among men, an animal among animals."

"Would you believe me if I said I received teachings from an extraordinary person?"

"How could that be? Are you not born that way?"

"Hehe, the things on my body are of course natural, but I have such good stamina and I possess a lot of spirit. This secret technique was taught to me by a strange person."

"Such a thing exists? I can't even imagine it!"