Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space-Chapter 738 - 613: Zhang Guofu, the Zhang Family’s Eldest
After breakfast, Zhang Guoqing couldn’t contain his eagerness to return home and proposed visiting Mr. Zhao and Mr. Huang next time. After seeing Brother Zhang Guofu, he’d head home.
Zhao Chuan Guang understood his feelings well, "I’ll take a day off and drive you back."
Zhang Guoqing quickly shook his head.
Zhao Chuan Guang hesitantly looked at him, "Are you sure you don’t need me to take you back? Or should I arrange for someone to send you? It’s too hot for the kids."
Huang Hui Min chimed in, "I’ll take you."
"No, it’s too much trouble! We’ll meet my brother and catch the bus back to the county from there."
Zhou Jiao glanced at Zhao Lihui, who was tugging the corner of her shirt, and smiled, "We’ll settle in first, and then you can come over to go hunting with your brother-in-law."
"Sis, don’t forget."
"Don’t worry, your sister isn’t old yet."
Zhao Chuan Guang was still worried and said, "I’ll quickly run to work later and drop you at Guofu’s place; it won’t take long."
Zhang Guoqing smiled and nodded. Refusing again might end with a ride to the county.
After the discussion, Zhao Chuan Guang put on his hat and left.
In the living room, Zhang Guoqing pointed at the remaining items in the corner sack and instructed Huang Hui Min, "Godmother, please help me handle these. I won’t visit the uncles now, I’ll pay them a visit later."
"Alright. Why don’t you go back in the evening? Your godfather can take you back after work."
Zhou Jiao impatiently stood up, grabbed her bag from the coat rack, and pushed her out the door, "Alright. Go to work now. You’ll be late if you keep talking."
"This child... Be careful on the road with the child..."
As Zhou Jiao slammed the door shut, she glared at the few laughing people inside. What’s so funny? She hadn’t even used her full strength yet.
An hour later, after seeing off the incessantly mumbling and reluctant Zhao Chuan Guang, Zhou Jiao finally breathed a sigh of relief at the school gate.
"Let’s go, quickly find your uncle."
Zhang Guoqing smiled and shook his head, "You and the kids wait here while I go find him."
"No need. We feel like monkeys being watched if we stay here, it’s uncomfortable."
Ping’an looked at the school gate and led Zhou Jiao inside. Sigh... Adults really take forever.
Seeing this, Zhang Guoqing hurriedly followed with two suitcases, found a student along the way, walked a bit, and finally found Zhang Guofu.
In the classroom, Zhang Guofu was restless as he watched the family of three under the big tree outside, only hoping for the class to end quickly. How come Xiao Wu didn’t send a telegram home first, so he could request leave to pick them up?
Zhang Guoqing waved at him, indicating for him to focus on the lecture; they weren’t in a rush. He’d also like to listen to the professor and compare him to those at his school.
As the class bell rang, Zhang Guofu quickly ran outside, ignoring his books. Seeing his brother, his face broke into a radiant smile.
"Brother..."
"Xiao Wu..."
The two brothers hugged tightly, leaving Ping’an stunned as he nudged Zhou Jiao and whispered, "Mom, do you think they’ll cry tears of joy?"
Zhou Jiao patted his head, "Don’t say that. That’s your uncle, he loves your dad the most."
"I know he’s my uncle, born from my grandma. Look how much he resembles my dad."
Zhou Jiao took a closer look and, indeed, she’d never paid attention to other men’s appearances before, but Zhang Guofu was quite handsome, no wonder the Huang Family fancied him back then.
Thanks to Mr. Zhang and Mother Zhang’s good looks passed down, his slightly tanned face she remembered seemed fairer now, and his demeanor lacked the rustic air from before.
How true that familiarity transforms over days. No wonder Aunt could say Huang Cuilan is nervous. Such a man is indeed a catch.
Zhang Guofu greeted Zhou Jiao and picked up Ping’an, "Our Ping’an has grown well. I’m your uncle, you might not remember me?"
Ping’an hugged his neck, "I remember vividly. I also have a second uncle, don’t I? Brother Xi Zi, Brother Xiao Zouyou, Brother Shitou, I remember them all. Uncle, how are Grandpa and Grandma? I miss them."
Zhang Guofu listened with joy and said to Zhang Guoqing, "He’s just like you when you were young, but better looking."
Zhang Guoqing nodded with a smile, and as students gathered around them, he said, "Hello."
"Hello, hello. I’m your brother’s loyal friend, Fu Youqing. Did you just come back from Beijing?" the person glanced at the suitcases and asked.
Zhang Guoqing smiled and nodded repeatedly.
A female student nearby said, "Brother Zhang, is this Xiao Wu that the Aunt mentioned? His wife is beautiful, and your nephew certainly inherited good genes, he’s a handsome lad."
Zhou Jiao discreetly glanced over and nodded with a smile.
After introducing the classmates, Zhang Guofu said to Fu Youqing, "Help me request a leave."
Fu Youqing nodded with a smile, "Don’t worry, I’ve got this covered."
"Thanks!"
"No need for formalities. Hurry up, more people will come soon."
Zhang Guofu, hearing this, realized his mom’s praises might intrigue everyone’s curiosity. He quickly greeted everyone and helped carry bags to leave.
After they left, the group of people who had gathered watched them depart intrigued. The girl who spoke earlier glanced around, edged closer to Fu Youqing, and asked softly, "Does Brother Zhang’s sister-in-law have military connections?"
Fu Youqing shook his head, "I don’t know."
"How come you don’t know, aren’t you his close buddy? Tell me."
"Liu Zhaodi, enough. It’s best not to pry into others’ affairs!" After saying that, Fu Youqing turned back into the classroom, leaving Liu Zhaodi stunned and stomping in frustration.
Several girls nearby glanced at her with ridicule, exchanging smiles. Watching closely, one girl even lowered her eyelids with a smug glance.
Listening to the classmates following behind discreetly inquiring, Fu Youqing sighed inwardly. Fortunately, this study program was only for a few months, or he’d worry about blowing up.
Once outside the school, Zhang Guoqing and the others headed to a restaurant. Since it wasn’t mealtime, there weren’t any customers inside. They chose a spot near the corner.
Zhou Jiao left the two brothers to chat while she took her son to order a plate of braised pork, a bowl of seaweed egg soup, and twenty buns.
Ping’an frowned as he watched his mom take out the national food coupons and money, worried about the steep expense. His mom was spending recklessly... No, he needed to remind her!
After paying, Zhou Jiao rubbed his head, smiled, and whispered, "We didn’t get your uncle a gift, so this is for him to enjoy."
Ping’an looked at her suspiciously.
Zhou Jiao nodded. Truly, she wasn’t deceiving the child! After observing the crowd of adult students earlier, her mind was set. Imported goods wouldn’t be presented this time.
