The 70s Novel: The Supporting Character Just Wants to Lie Down-Chapter 334 - 324: Survival and Daily Life

This reunion dinner was enjoyed by all the guests and hosts, harmonious and happy, except for Wang Zhaodi.

However, no one paid attention to her.

The November night was already cold. Especially tonight, the night sky was starless, and the moon was obscured by clouds, making the sky look dim, just like her mood at the moment...

The courtyard’s main gate was opened, and people gradually started to walk out.

"Miao Miao, have the kids put on their clothes? I didn’t expect it to be so cold at night; it seems another change in the weather is coming. Remember to dress them more warmly tomorrow..." Liu Yulan earnestly instructed, seeming never to run out of things to worry about.

"Okay, I know. We’re leaving now, Dad, Mom, don’t see us off. Second sister, you hurry back too; it’s very windy outside." Wang Miaomiao and Jiang Yan each held one child’s hand, bidding farewell to everyone.

The little ones were chattering even more, calling out goodbyes one after another, like a flock of ducks quacking together, making quite a commotion.

The Jiang Family and Wang Family aren’t far apart, so they had walked over on their own in the first place, and they could only rely on their own feet to get back.

Watching the six backs—two adults and four children—gradually fade away until they turned out of sight, Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing slowly withdrew their gaze.

Zhu Zicheng had already pushed his bicycle out, sitting on it with one foot on the ground, waiting for them to collect themselves. Then he spoke, "Dad, Mom, we’re heading back too..."

"Alright, be careful on the way, ride slowly." Wang Baoxing instructed, like all old fathers do.

"Okay." Zhu Zicheng responded with a smile, then called to his wife and son, "Zhaodi, Zeng Er, get on the bike."

Zhu Zheng, upon hearing his father’s call, immediately came forward, swiftly climbed onto the bike’s crossbar, and sat sideways, "Goodbye Grandma, Grandpa, Aunt, Uncle, take care."

He had a great temperament, lively, cheerful, and sensible, making everyone fond of him.

"Goodbye, Brother Zeng, Aunt, Uncle." Yang Qingwen also waved goodbye to them with a smile.

After Wang Zhaodi got on the back seat of the bike, Zhu Zicheng pushed down on the pedal forcefully; with both hands exerting some effort, he managed to stabilize the wobbling handlebar, zigzagging for a long distance before gradually becoming steady.

Wang Zhaodi looked back, watching people at the Wang Family gate gradually enter the courtyard, and then the gate closed again...

She gave a self-mocking smile, turning her gaze to her husband’s hardworking back, her feelings complex.

"Husband, when can we buy a car?" The cold wind on her face made her more sober.

"Soon, I just discussed it with my brother-in-law. He said there’s a bidding meeting at the end of the month. Once I secure this big project, not only can we get a car, but we can also upgrade to a larger house." Zhu Zicheng was very pleased today, having obtained useful information, and he was determined to win the project. "It’s great that Father-in-law and Mother-in-law can move here to settle. We should visit them often."

Wang Zhaodi frowned slightly at his words; she understood his implications. Visiting a few more times might lead to more encounters with Jiang Yan. Going to visit Jiang Yan at the Jiang Family too often seemed too deliberate. But now, with visits to Father-in-law and Mother-in-law, the closeness would only bring benefits.

After a long silence, Wang Zhaodi finally uttered a single word, "Alright..."

Sometimes, people really can only bow to reality.

December soon arrived, and the family planning policy was implemented as scheduled.

Jiang Yan brought a file back, circulating it among the crowd.

After reading it, Yang Zhigang said, "Well, Pandi and I are quite lucky. The child is already four months along. Even if the policy is out now, we’re not afraid; the child is here, and no one can take it away."

They had thought through all the consequences and possible situations and the ways to deal with them. If anyone dared to do anything unpleasant, they wouldn’t be polite. There are always more solutions than difficulties.

"It’s best not to go out these few months, just stay at home. It’s quite turbulent outside now, with people from the Women’s Federation conducting checks, and they might question you if seen." Wang Miaomiao looked at Wang Pandi and said, "Sister, relax, just stay home and take care of yourself and the baby, don’t worry about outside matters."

"Yes, I know." Wang Pandi gently rubbed her belly, which was already a bit rounded. The child was inside her; she had to protect him. A mother’s strength is indeed extraordinary.

"Your villa still needs decorating, right? Take your time with it; when it’s done, don’t rush to move in. Have the baby here and complete your confinement." Liu Yulan suggested, obviously considering Wang Pandi’s situation, "It’s spacious here; pregnant women need to move about. If you can’t go outside, walking indoors is just as good."

"This... doing the confinement here, is it appropriate?" Wang Pandi hesitated a bit; she hadn’t heard of doing confinement in someone else’s home.

"What’s inappropriate about it? Here, Dad, Mom, and we can all take care of you." Cheng Xue, understanding her sister-in-law’s concerns, quickly chimed in, warmly urging her to stay.

Having come ninety-nine steps, why hesitate at the last one?

Cheng Xue, being open-hearted and straightforward, spoke as she thought, and Wang Pandi, upon hearing her, had her last hesitations dispelled and felt more at peace staying here.

A few days later, several women with red armbands started going door to door, conducting a census of the children and pregnant women in the alley.

Liu Yulan opened the door, warmly inviting them in and openly accepting the investigation. Naturally, she didn’t mention Wang Pandi’s situation, and they wouldn’t have known that a pregnant woman was being hidden in the home.

Actually, only Wang Pandi and Liu Yulan were home today, so letting them in was incredibly risky. However, being overly cautious might raise suspicion too, so it was a relief everything went smoothly.

Because of Wang Pandi’s pregnancy during these special times, she especially needed someone at home to care for her. Therefore, Liu Yulan didn’t go to work, planning to return after Wang Pandi finished her confinement.

Wang Baoxing’s job had already been arranged by Jiang Yan, working at a food company, which was relatively easy work, and Wang Baoxing was quite satisfied.

A capable son-in-law handled everything smoothly, allowing him to just follow the arrangements.

Yang Zhigang was now also getting busy. He had been thinking a lot at home about what he could do after arriving in Beijing. Having issued orders himself for many years, truly working under someone else might not suit him.

After much discussion with Jiang Yan, he finally decided to open a security company with himself as the boss. Mainly, the trade didn’t require too much investment. Having enough manpower and resources would allow him to survive.

Step by step, take it slowly...