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Zhou Zhonghai drove to Dashui Village to pick up Qiaoqiao and his eldest grandson, and then they went back to Huailin together.

When they arrived at No. 126 Songshan Road, Luo Meiyun and Yu Fu were chatting under a big tree in front of their house, looking at the fruit on the tree.

"Yu Fu, tell me, why not a jujube tree?"

"Because it is originally a plum tree. Dean Luo, look, the tree is full of fruit, it's going to be a bumper harvest this year."

"But why not a jujube tree? Plums are too sour and don't taste good. I like to eat red dates."

"Just like giving birth, whether it's a boy or a girl is predetermined. You can't change a boy into a girl just because you like girls."

Yu Fu was puzzled as to why Dean Luo was arguing with a tree.

"You're right, it's just a shame."

"If you like jujube trees, shall we cut down the plum trees and plant jujube trees instead?"

"No, plants are living things too."

"How about we plant another jujube tree?"

"Hey, right, Yu Fu, go to the nursery right away and see if they have any jujube trees. Jujubes are hard to buy, but if we have jujube trees, I won't need to buy any."

"Okay, I'll go ask this afternoon if they have any jujube trees."

Luo Meiyun smiled with satisfaction, and then knocked loudly on the iron gate of the courtyard: "Yu Fu, open the door, open the door."

"Hey, it's Old Zhou back."

Luo Meiyun stopped studying the fruit trees and hurried to open the door.

"grandmother……"

"Mother……"

"Miyun..."

"Sister Luo, we're back."

Happiness came too suddenly. Luo Meiyun pinched Zhou Xiaowei's cheek and said, "My little darling, why are you as round as a lump of coal?"

"Grandma, my friend, the little yellow dog."

"Where did you get the dog?"

"Mom, this is my dog ​​Dahuang's son. Xiaowei played with him all summer and got attached to him, so he insisted on bringing him home. You won't mind, will you?" Qiaoqiao explained.

"No problem, no problem, as long as Xiaowei likes it. But I'm still a little scared because we have to take him to the animal station for vaccinations."

Although Luo Meiyun said she didn't mind, she couldn't help but back away.

"Grandma, the little yellow dog is so well-behaved. Look, even when I poke its mouth, it doesn't dare to bite."

As Xiao Wei spoke, he tried to pry open the little yellow dog's mouth. The little yellow dog opened its mouth with a look of utter despair, letting its young master tease it.

"No, no, Xiaowei, if you bully the little yellow dog again, I'll send it back to Dashui Village," Qiaoqiao hurriedly stopped her.

"Meiyun, come on, get your things. Your in-laws brought a live chicken, specially to nourish you." Zhou Zhonghai took out bags and packages from the car.

"You brought so much stuff?"

"Absolutely! Peanuts, potatoes, dried mushrooms—these are all good stuff. You can't buy anything this fresh in the city."

"You're too kind, in-laws."

Luo Meiyun and Yu Fu quickly moved their belongings back into the house.

The dull and lonely home suddenly became lively with the return of the children, and the air was filled with a saturated happiness.

"You haven't had lunch yet, have you? Yu Fu, go and turn on the stove damper and cook the fish," Luo Meiyun instructed.

"Okay."

Yu Fu, who was so bored at home that his bones ached, raised his voice several octaves.

Qiaoqiao took out all her change of clothes. She put Hu Jie and Xiao Wei's clothes on the first floor and took her own to the third floor.

Luo Meiyun poured some herbal tea for Zhou Zhonghai and Gu Quan, asking, "Why did you suddenly come back too?"

"I'm going home this time and staying for a while."

"Really? You're willing to give up your rabbit and pig?" Luo Meiyun teased.

"Dean Luo, you're not just the minister's wife anymore, you're the governor's wife now," Gu Quan interjected.

"The governor?" Luo Meiyun frowned, showing no joy as expected.

"Commander Pu insisted that I take the job, and I couldn't refuse. As deputy, I'll only be in charge of industry, commerce, and agriculture. It won't be too tiring."

Zhou Zhonghai rolled his eyes at Gu Quan and hurriedly explained.

"Agriculture alone is enough to keep you busy; you're going to work yourself to death."

Luo Meiyun didn't want Zhou Zhonghai to be promoted; she only wanted him to be healthy.

"I can't work for many more years, I'll retire soon. I'll give it a try while I still have the energy. If it's too tiring, I'll step down and come back to retire." Zhou Zhonghai said cautiously, afraid that Luo Meiyun would be angry.

"You know, as long as you have a breath left, you'll keep pushing yourself. Now that you're back, go to the hospital for a checkup. If your indicators are normal, you can work for another two years."

"Okay, I'll go to the hospital tomorrow."

Gu Quan's single sentence sent Vice Governor Zhou to the hospital; one really shouldn't speak carelessly.

After tidying up the clothes, Qiaoqiao began to boast about her father-in-law's achievements.

"Mom, you don't know, my dad's family has over two thousand catties of wheat this year. The wheat flour they make, wow, it's so chewy and sweet! Xiaowei can make a big steamed bun with just one meal. And the potatoes, each one weighs over a catty. Sister Hu, Sister Hu, show my mom a potato."

Qiaoqiao, with her dark complexion, gestured exaggeratedly as Sister Hu brought out a large potato: "This one is more than the whole family can finish. Xiaowei likes to roast it, but unfortunately we don't have any firewood at home."

Luo Meiyun looked at the potato with surprise: "The potato is bigger than a melon!"

"That's right, it's all thanks to Dad. He brought us this new variety of potatoes. Mom, in our village, no, in our commune, Dad is like a god descended from heaven, here to save us ordinary people," Qiaoqiao said proudly.

Sister Hu chimed in, "Qiaoqiao is absolutely right. Sister Luo, you don't know, the villagers look at Minister Zhou with such reverence. I'm your housekeeper, and I'm very proud of myself."

Hu Xiaomei chuckled. Her life was humble, but in the Zhou family, she was respected.

"Look at you guys, you're praising Minister Zhou so much you're practically drooling," Luo Meiyun said with a smile, turning to look at Zhou Zhonghai.

Zhou Zhonghai chuckled: "Qiaoqiao exaggerated a bit, but it's probably true. You've read the Central Daily News, right? Tonggang County is a national model county. My photos are seen by people all over the country. Oh, and Xiaowei too."

"Xiao Wei is in the Central Daily News too?"

Luo Meiyun was more interested in her grandson's report.

"Gu Quan, where's the daily newspaper? Go get a copy and show it to Dean Luo."

The daily newspaper was brought over, and sure enough, there was something of note.

Grandpa stood in front, his presence commanding respect.

The grandson was running behind, his bottom bare.

"Haha, Xiaowei, come here, look at you, you're naked!" Luo Meiyun laughed loudly.

Zhou Xiaowei wholeheartedly handed his toy gun to Xiaohuang, wanting to fight with it.

"Meiyun, save the photos so Xiaowei can see them when he grows up."

"Isn't that inappropriate?"

"Perfect, such a rare photo."

"Then I'll cut it out, keep it safe, and show it to his wife when he gets married."

This elderly couple surprisingly share the same hobby: collecting photos of their grandson's naked bottom.

"Mom, Dad, you are both admirable people. I want to learn from you after I graduate," Qiaoqiao said sincerely, moved by her in-laws.

"What's there to admire about us? We were just doing our duty. The country nurtures us and pays our salaries, so we should serve the people," Luo Meiyun said with a smile.

"Your mother is right, but your generation is also the one that carries on the past and opens up the future. The country's development still depends on you." Zhou Zhonghai always agreed with Luo Meiyun's point of view.

"I can't do it, but Wenhui can. Hey, what time is it? Why hasn't Wenhui gotten off work yet? I'll go call and ask."