Courtyard House: A System Connecting Two Worlds, Resources for the Nation

During the few days Zhou Feng was away, Bai Ling suffered a lot.

She not only knew when that guy left, but she even let him go voluntarily.

After all, the other party is just going back to the future, it's not a big deal.

I feel quite at ease. It's not like I'm not coming back. It's just a matter of a few days. What's the rush?

On the first day, she followed Zhou Feng's usual routine: resting when she needed to, cooking when she needed to, and filling out forms normally when Revolutionary Committee members came to ask her questions or asked her to write materials.

The next day, although Bai Ling felt a little empty inside, she managed to hold it in. When Sun Yue sent someone to inquire about Zhou Feng, she calmly replied that she was just busy and would be back in a couple of days.

But starting from the third night, Bai Ling started acting strangely.

Not only was she tossing and turning in bed unable to sleep, but her mind was also racing with memories of her time with Zhou Feng and her hopes for their future together.

They've agreed to get married next month, what if... this guy doesn't come back?

If Zhou Feng were here, he would clearly know that Bai Ling's current state is a typical case of pre-wedding anxiety.

But in this era, no one could explain things to Bai Ling, so her emotions kept changing, and her thoughts were like wildly growing weeds that couldn't be suppressed.

From the very first time they met, she felt that Zhou Feng was unreliable, lacking both discipline and ambition, and also being glib and slick.

Later, as they spent more time together, she found herself unable to leave the other person.

"We made a promise, you can't not come back!"

Zhou Feng's departure was completely different from the others. Although everyone knew where the other went, Zhou Feng's destination was 60 years later. Who knew if something would go wrong along the way?

What if they refuse to release them?

What if something happens to Zhou Feng?

What if he met a new girl in modern times?

That guy is so wicked; he even took Qin Jingru in. She definitely can't resist any temptation.

Thinking of Qin Jingru, Bai Ling felt somewhat indignant.

Because Qin Jingru's rank isn't high enough, there are many things we can't let her know.

Therefore, in Qin Jingru's mind, her Zhou Feng brother had simply gone out to run errands.

With Zhou Feng's wealth and background, he can do whatever he wants in Beiping. What trouble could possibly happen outside?

This carefree person lives a carefree life.

Every day, she would come to Zhou Feng's refrigerator to get the meat or eggs she wanted to eat, and she would also greet Bai Ling happily.

At most, I would ask her when Brother Zhou Feng would be back.

Some people were anxiously to the point of despair, while others were carefree and laughing mindlessly. This contrast made Bai Ling feel even more uncomfortable.

The key point is that even if she is uncomfortable, she cannot tell Qin Jingru the truth; she can only suffer in silence.

That's the most frustrating thing.

A few days later, Bai Ling finally felt a little better.

It wasn't that Zhou Fenghui had come; rather, she wasn't the only one suffering. In fact, others were even more distressed than she was.

The leader sent by the organization didn't even ask her to go to the Special Operations Division; instead, he drove directly to the entrance of the courtyard house.

A military green jeep was being driven by Sun Yue himself. The leader sitting in the back was surnamed He, whom she had only seen once before, when she accompanied Zhou Ming to the Special Operations Division.

"Comrade Bai Ling, let's get in the car and talk."

Minister He opened the back door and called out to Bai Ling.

After she got into the car, the jeep drove to the side of the road and stopped, with several guards standing around observing the surroundings.

Passersby, seeing this, would instinctively keep their distance.

Before the other party could speak, Bai Ling keenly noticed the indelible worry on Minister He's face, and her heart suddenly sank.

As expected, Minister He cut to the chase and inquired about Zhou Feng's whereabouts: "Comrade Bai Ling, when will Comrade Zhou Feng be back? Do you have any definite news?"

Bai Ling pursed her lips and shook her head.

What could she say?

She wished she knew when Zhou Feng would be back!

Minister He's hopeful gaze vanished as Bai Ling made her move. He could only sigh, take out a cigarette from his pocket, light it, and take a deep drag.

"Comrade Bai Ling, to tell you the truth, the current situation is not good."

Noticing Bai Ling's furrowed brow due to the smoke, Minister He hesitated for a few seconds before flicking the cigarette away.

It caused quite a stir a while ago. While they were busy with other things, the Revolutionary Committee members seized the Special Operations Division and kept pushing messages to higher authorities, demanding a thorough investigation of the documents inside and even wanting to deal with Sun Yue and others.

By the time they realized what was happening, it was too late. The other side had received permission from above and temporarily took control of the Special Operations Division.

At the time, many people even wanted to control Zhou Feng, but they didn't do so because of Zhou Feng's ability to travel through time and space at will.

At first, no one thought anything of it, but after a few days, things really started to get out of control.

First of all, the minerals and oils that were prepared for trade with the future world are piled up in the warehouse like small mountains. Their production capacity alone cannot consume them. Without Zhou Feng's people taking over, these things are now just a pile of stones, worthless.

Secondly, the several newly opened factories in Beiping have almost all stopped operating. The production lines were provided by them, and the raw materials still need to be supplied from there. With Zhou Feng gone, there's no one to coordinate, raw materials can't be transported, the machines can't run, and the workers can only watch helplessly.

The most important thing is the few ways to earn foreign exchange abroad.

They had put in a lot of effort to get through to them, and a bunch of foreigners had signed contracts and paid deposits. But then the factory stopped production and couldn't deliver the goods.

Many telegrams have been sent from overseas urging delivery. If the goods are not delivered soon, it will be considered a breach of contract, and we will not only have to return their deposits but also pay compensation.

Most importantly, China's international reputation has been ruined, something that no amount of money can buy back.

As Bai Ling listened to what the other person said, she clicked her tongue in amazement. She really hadn't expected that Zhou Feng would have such a great influence on the Dragon Kingdom at this time.

Not to mention her, even though the others knew Zhou Feng was important, they didn't expect him to be this important.

Now everyone's in a bind.

Because of what those idiots did before, they couldn't contact Zhou Feng anymore.

"Comrade Bai Ling, I'm not trying to put pressure on you, but Comrade Zhou Feng is indeed extremely important to us right now. He's a bridge for our rapid development. Before we started developing, it wouldn't matter if we didn't have this bridge. But once we start developing, if this bridge is gone, we'll all fall into the water."

Minister He's tone was not only not assertive, but even had a hint of ingratiation.

Bai Ling lowered her head, her eyes red, but she still bit her lip and shook her head.

"Minister He, please rest assured, although I don't know when Zhou Feng will be back, I will definitely inform you as soon as he returns."

Seeing her like this, Minister He didn't know what to say. He could only sigh slightly and wanted to reach out and pat her shoulder, but he withdrew his hand to avoid suspicion.

Bai Ling opened the car door and got out. Sun Yue, who was sitting in the driver's seat, watched her leave, then turned to Minister He in the back seat: "Minister, don't be too anxious. I've had quite a bit of contact with Zhou Feng. He definitely won't quit, especially since he and Bai Ling are planning to get married next month."

Minister He nodded but did not speak.

If the other person really doesn't plan to come back after marriage, it's not a big constraint.

But there was no need to say these things at this point, he sighed again.

"I'm not doubting Comrade Zhou Feng, but I'm somewhat disappointed in some of our comrades. They've caused this mess because of their own desire to seize control of the Special Operations Division."

"If Comrade Zhou Feng really doesn't come back, the factories here will all go out of business, all the foreign trade orders will be lost, and it won't just be the organization that suffers the losses, but also millions of ordinary people."

They could have endured the darkness if they had never seen the light.

That path to rapid development was already laid out before them, but now, due to the selfish interests of some people, that path has been almost completely blocked.

Back in the courtyard, Bai Ling poured herself a glass of water and sat down to look at the calendar on the wall.

There are still more than ten days until next month, which, according to their wedding date, is twenty-three days.

What can she do if Zhou Feng really doesn't come back?

Like a walking corpse, I ran into the yard, fetched a basin of water, and washed my face.

The icy water splashed on her face, making her shiver, which actually made her more awake.

Yan Bugui, who was picking up flowers and plants in the yard, greeted Bai Ling cheerfully as she came out of Zhou Feng's room.

Now, who in the entire courtyard doesn't know that Zhou Feng and Bai Ling are getting married soon?

The young couple are not ordinary people; they are a perfect match, so who would dare to say anything against them?

Bai Ling replied casually, then turned and went back to her room.

Not long after Bai Ling lay down on the bed, she heard Yan Bugui's voice coming from outside.

"Hey! Comrade Zhou Feng, where have you been coming from? I don't see you here. And who are these two?"

???

Zhou Feng?

Bai Ling sprang up from the bed with a somersault.

That bastard is back?

Just as she got out of bed and was running towards the door in her slippers, the door was suddenly opened.

Zhou Feng was standing at the door with a slight smile on his face.

Before Zhou Feng could speak, Bai Ling suddenly pounced on him and hugged him tightly.

When she looked up again, their eyes met, and the girl's tears streamed down her face.

Zhou Feng was taken aback by her reaction, then chuckled and hugged her tightly twice.

"What's wrong? It's only been a few days, why do you miss me so much?"

Bai Ling bit her lip hard, trying to hold back her tears, but she couldn't stop them at all. She just lay in Zhou Feng's arms, tears streaming down her face.

Left with no other choice, Zhou Feng could only carry her into the house, then gently patted her back: "Why don't you get down first? After all, there are other people here!"

Bai Ling was taken aback. The others?

Looking at Zhou Feng from the side, one could see that there were two other people standing behind him, both dressed in brightly colored clothes.

Upon seeing the strangers, Bai Ling quickly jumped off Zhou Feng, wiped her eyes, and cleared her throat.

"Who are these two?"

Zhou Feng leaned close to her ear and whispered, "These are bodyguards that the US arranged for me because things aren't peaceful here. Find someone to arrange accommodation for them, just next to your old house."

Bai Ling pursed her lips somewhat unwillingly, glanced at the expressionless Tie Jianguo and Bai Lang, and went outside to find someone to arrange accommodations for them.

Even though these types of houses with reverse-facing facades are very small, you still have to register them with the neighborhood committee.

Fortunately, due to the impact of Zhou Feng's absence during this period, the people from the Special Operations Division were all released.

With their coordination, it's even possible to check in first and complete the formalities later.

Although Tie Jianguo and Bai Lang usually only focused on training, they were not oblivious to the situation. Knowing that Zhou Feng and Bai Ling had something to say, they went to the dormitory to pack their luggage and equipment.

Even if they weren't top-tier soldiers specializing in communications, they could still install basic monitoring and defense equipment.

In particular, the outer courtyard's rear building and Zhou Feng's room in the front courtyard are only separated by a hanging flower gate, making security work very easy.

After the two of them left, Bai Ling grabbed Zhou Feng's hand again, and tears started falling again.

Zhou Feng quickly closed the door, pulled her into his arms, and wiped away her tears.

"What's going on? I came back on time, didn't I?"

Seeing Bai Ling's aggrieved expression, he thought he had forgotten to inform her before leaving.

Bai Ling grabbed his hand and held it tightly, as if afraid he would run away.

"I know you...you said you'd be gone for a few days, but...but I just can't help worrying. I'm afraid...afraid you won't come back!"

Bai Ling's voice trembled slightly, filled with grievance.

"What nonsense are you talking about?"

Zhou Feng hugged her tightly, resting his chin on the top of her head: "How could I not come back? My wife is still here, we're not even married yet. Even if the sky falls, I have to come back!"

Bai Ling blushed at these words, but cried even harder, and it took her a while to calm down.

When she looked up, her eyes were swollen like peaches, and her nose was red. She looked both pitiful and funny.

Zhou Feng pursed his lips and held back for a long time, but he couldn't help but burst out laughing.

"Hey, Comrade Bai Ling, you're making it sound like I'm deliberately bullying you!"

"It's because of you that you bullied them!"

Bai Ling playfully punched him, her voice still trembling with tears.

Zhou Feng smiled, took her hand, and put his arm around her as they sat down at the table.

There were two marriage registration forms and a booklet on the table.

Bai Ling's name was already filled in on one of the marriage registration forms, and the booklet was filled with a densely packed guest list.

Two new quilts were neatly folded on the bedside table, with large peonies embroidered on a bright red background, clearly prepared by Bai Ling.

This immediately warmed Zhou Feng's heart, and he hugged her even tighter.

Although it's just his wedding in this world, and his parents can't come, for Bai Ling, it's still the most important thing that happens only once in her life!