Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 1163

Chapter 1163: Chapter 1036: Almost There

The entire nation was engulfed in a sea of grief, and many people were uncertain about what the future would hold without him.

Just like in a large family, when the father passes away, there’s an elder brother, second brother, and third brother - and after the funeral, it’s inevitable to discuss the separation, isn’t it?

But when it really comes to arguing over the inheritance, it seems it’s too late.

Everyone wants a bigger share, so disputes become unavoidable.

Similarly, the ensuing differences intensify even further.

At this time, Zhou Xiaozheng finished dealing with the affairs of his beloved old superior, and suddenly overwhelmed by grief, he collapsed and was quickly hospitalized.

According to Zhou Jiao’s master’s eldest disciple, Zhu Ling, it’s a case of emotional stress and needs proper treatment. A slew of theories followed.

Finally, in front of everyone, he advised the patient to stay calm and open-minded, maintaining a good mood. He also instructed his little junior to take extra care, otherwise, serious health problems could arise.

Will there be serious health problems? Zhou Jiao doesn’t want to know, but rest is certainly necessary. Who dares to say her dad is pretending to be sick? She wouldn’t hesitate to flatten them!

Power truly is a wonderful thing!

Does Zhou Xiaozheng want to go further?

Honestly, he considered it, but he doesn’t think it’s necessary. Just based on age, he could outlast a bunch of old men why bother putting in effort?

Yet, with the passing of the old superior, he could no longer maintain a neutral stance, and indeed, the time for final decision-making has come.

He deeply remembered his Jiao Jiao’s words about the middle way doctrine. And as facts showed, his daughter’s advice truly was the most suitable path for his family!

Lying on the hospital bed with an IV bottle, Zhou Xiaozheng closed his eyes, strategizing a big game of chess in his mind, endlessly reviewing over and over.

Zhang Guoqing arrived with some news, "Dad, Uncle Wang and the others want you to take command."

Zhou Xiaozheng opened his eyes, looked at him, and decisively sat up.

"Going back?" Zhang Guoqing noted, seeing his shoes placed by his feet. Going back would be good; wave upon wave of old colleagues coming to visit had brought his wife to the point of tears with all the hospitality.

"Yes, going back will turn passive into active."

Zhang Guoqing agreed wholeheartedly with his father-in-law’s implied meaning. The hospital was bustling, with too many eyes watching. Not to mention, his father-in-law’s actual health condition was hard to keep from watchful observers.

"Da Yi mentioned that there have been movements these past days. Brother Xiao Fei even came to my office and sat for a while. Old Wu said that the Hai City militia weapons cannot yet be stored in the warehouse."

Zhang Guoqing whispered this information as his father-in-law bent over.

"Let our people remain inactive, it’s almost time."

The father and son-in-law shared a smile at these words.

Outside the hospital room, Ping’an noticed there was no activity inside, got up from the sofa, opened the room door, and quickly packed his grandfather’s hospital clothes and toiletries.

On the other side, Zhang Guoqing tidied up the fruits, canned goods, and some malt milk left by visitors, and handed two nets to the guard who came in from outside.

He himself then supported his father-in-law and, under the cover of night, left the inpatient department...

Soon, a luxury sedan and a van left the hospital and returned to the Big Courtyard.

Zhou Jiao, who was supposed to go to the hospital for night duty tonight, heard the sound of cars at the door, raised her eyebrows, and signaled her two younger sons to go greet them first, while she made a phone call to the Art Troupe.

This silly child graduated high school this year, just in time for a major earthquake. That turned everything upside-down; Zhang Guoqing only knew the child was arranged by his grandfather to work under Shi Dashen, but not the specifics.

Now things have calmed down, and the child officially started for a few days. Finally, the father and son can sit and have a quiet talk. He’s not worried about the child being bullied by colleagues, he’s more concerned about him possibly engaging in secret missions like his father-in-law.

After Ping’an sat beside him, he whispered in his ear, "I’m currently a temporary worker, mainly translating documents. My grandfather wants me to train in each department, make the rounds, and then let me decide on a career."

With these words, Zhang Guoqing felt a weight lifted from his heart, nodding with a smile. He still remembers what Zuo Lin said about how high-ranking families cultivate the next generation.

Judging from the situation, his father-in-law has already planned this out, which is good. His son’s starting point was different from his, and besides, dawn is approaching...

"Dad, for the past couple of days, Grandpa Shi has been frowning all day and asked me several times when my grandfather will return to work. It seems he has something he can’t decide on and wants to discuss with my grandfather."

With a flash in his eyes, Zhang Guoqing quietly reminded him, "The Yi Family might have already approached him."

Ping’an frowned, remained silent for a moment, and then winked at him.

Seeing this, Zhang Guoqing nodded slightly, lowered his head, and placed the peeled apple on a plate, cut it into four pieces, "Take it over for the three of you brothers to eat together with your grandfather."

Upon hearing this, Ping’an understood that the conversation was over and immediately carried the plate to the bedside.

Over there, Zhou Jiao hung up the clothes, seeing them chatting happily, she didn’t go up to interrupt, and instead first went to the kitchen.

Aunt Chen, busy with the dough, saw her coming and smiled asking what to prepare tonight for the head’s supper, also listing what new ingredients were stocked.

With Aunt Chen in the house, Zhou Jiao feels much more relaxed. As a matter of fact, with Zhang Guoqing’s recent promotion, they could have been allocated a large house or applied for domestic assistance.

But who could compare to Aunt Chen’s place in her heart?