Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space novel Chapter 600

Chapter 600: Chapter 479: Zhang Family Parents Together

Zhang Guoqing looked at the pile of luggage on the ground and quickly advised, "Mom, just bring your clothes. I’ve prepared everything else."

"So many relatives; you kids don’t understand. Go chat with them nicely. I’ve got a plan."

Zhang Guoqing glanced outside, then leaned in to whisper to Mother Zhang, "It’s too much. They think our family is wealthy. We’ve distributed enough hunted game to relatives, and it’s too hot—if we marinate any more, it’ll spoil easily."

Mother Zhang hesitated for a moment, then decided to listen to her youngest son.

In the living room, Zhang Meili looked at Mother Zhang with tears in her eyes, "Mom, don’t stay away once you’ve gone."

Zhang Guofu and Zhang Guoqiang laughed heartily at her.

Off to the side, Xi Zi was sweating with anxiety. Why have Grandpa and Grandma forgotten he’s the eldest grandson? He had even talked to his teacher about starting school a bit late.

Zhou Jiao noticed the child had left his younger siblings behind and come over early in the morning but didn’t know when he would speak up. Unexpectedly, as soon as Xi Zi saw her heading out, he immediately followed her.

"Little Aunt, I want to go with you to Beijing."

"Is everything arranged? Does your Little Uncle need to notify the school?"

Xi Zi looked at her with delight.

"Hmm, why won’t I be willing to go?"

"Little Auntie, you’re so kind. I’m going. I’ve already talked to my teacher, told him that I’m going with you to see the outside world. He agreed without a second thought."

Zhou Jiao smiled at him, seeing the backpack he was hiding, "Tell your parents openly that you’re going to Beijing, don’t worry, they’ll definitely agree."

Xi Zi sprinted into the living room, loudly announcing his intention to accompany his grandparents.

Everyone opposed it immediately, but seeing this, Zhang Guoqing quickly said, "It’s good for kids to be exposed to the outside world early. When the younger ones grow up a bit, they should go out more often too. Xi Zi can accompany the grandparents this time."

Zhang Guofu looked at his little brother, "Will it be troublesome for your father-in-law?" After speaking, he saw Zhang Guoqing shake his head with a smile, "Teenage boys can really eat; let me get some food coupons."

Zhang Guoqing quickly pulled him back, "It’s fine, don’t trouble others. I have plenty of coupons saved."

This was true. Zhang Guoqing and his group had exchanged quite a few national food coupons from Liu Laosan for the game they hunted this time. Moving around in Beijing was careful, but it was much more convenient in the provincial city.

Huang Cuilan hurriedly pulled her eldest son Xi Zi aside to give instructions and checked his clothes again.

Zhang Guoqing glanced at his eldest sister’s face, feeling speechless. Why forget about Ziwen? He knew his eldest sister’s temperament, but the eldest nephew was also a teenager; how could he not compare?

He gestured to his brother-in-law, and with a nod, the two stepped outside. Without much explanation, he asked his brother-in-law to call for Ziwen to come along with Xi Zi.

The doting father Zhang Chunming worried that his son would be upset knowing Xi Zi was going to Beijing. Had there not been so many people, he would have asked his brother-in-law to take the boy as well.

Compared to his older brothers-in-law, Zhang Chunming enjoyed interacting with his younger brother-in-law the most. Besides getting exposure, he hoped his son could learn some skills from him.

With great enthusiasm, Zhang Chunming quickly ran outside without saying anything more.

Zhang Guoqing shook his head with a smile at the sight. To him, whether a nephew or a nephew-in-law, they were all about the same, especially after hearing from Mr. Zhang that the eldest nephew often came by to help with chores.

"Barring any unforeseen circumstances, it’s certain."

With excitement in her heart, Zhou Jiao boarded the train. As the whistle blew, the figures on the platform grew blurrier with each passing moment, but their vivid faces were etched into everyone’s hearts.

"So warm; why am I reluctant to leave?"

Geng Dasheng accidentally blurted out the truth, "You’re worried about not having big chunks of meat to eat."

Yi Jiefang glared angrily, "Why do you always blurt out the truth? Don’t you understand subtlety?"

Everyone was amused by them, leaving no one in a bad mood. Even Mother Zhang’s anxiety subsided as she began to examine her surroundings, secretly touching the bunk bed setups.

This big iron box wasn’t unfamiliar to her, but the setup of the bunks was a real novelty.

A novelty? These were only ordinary bunks; in the future, she would witness things she had never seen in her life. For this optimistic and straightforward woman, stepping into Beijing was like unveiling a new world.

Zhang Guoqing understood his parents very well, especially his mom.

To divert his mom’s attention, at every station where a historical reenactment occurred—someone getting off the train to buy provisions—he racked his brain discussing the customs of the town and telling jokes.

Sadly, it didn’t escape the sharp eyes of Mr. Zhang, so at subsequent stops, Zhang Guoqing, filled with energy and vigor, protected his dad, joining his pals in mingling with the crowd.

Meanwhile, Zhou Jiao held on to Mother Zhang, keeping a close watch on the two brats. Although child traffickers were also short on supplies, they might not want kids this age, but if they really went missing, it would be a disaster.

The journey gained several of these amusing episodes, adding to the fun. With Mr. Zhang forging heartfelt camaraderie through joint struggles with fellow passengers, there was no lack of topics, and they were no longer bored.