Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space

"The same rice raises hundreds of different kinds of people." The world is full of various situations, anything can happen, and there are all kinds of people living in this world.

Some people live for their conscience, while more live for themselves.

At a critical moment, Mr. Lin spread the word: Gu Ruyi feared that her eldest son’s wife might lose hope after the death of her eldest granddaughter, so she hid the truth and adopted a baby girl as a replacement.

Zhang Guoqing and Zhou Jiao had just returned to the Big Courtyard, and upon hearing this rumor, they truly felt sorry for the old man! He really fought hard for his descendants.

The news shocked bystanders; some believed it, while others were skeptical. Mr. Lin went even further by showcasing a small grave mound in the end.

Had the Lin Family not bowed to Zhou Xiaozheng for the sake of their eldest granddaughter back then, even Zhang Guoqing would have doubted himself for falsely accusing good people.

But no matter what is said, once the so-called past evidence is proven solid, it becomes a foregone conclusion. That’s why life is like a play, and a play is like life.

The Lin Family not only liked adopting their eldest daughter, but also their eldest granddaughter. Many old ladies speculated whether it had something to do with superstitions and feng shui.

In the living room, Lin Lishan had a confused look in her eyes, "Say what you will, that child really doesn’t resemble her mother. But we still have to see what my sister-in-law, uh, Chen Jingru, says. How can she not recognize her own daughter?"

Zhou Jiao’s eyes flickered with amusement.

Zhou Xiaozheng took the opportunity to tease his daughter, "You win!"

"Dad, you’re cheating!"

"This is to tell you that anything is possible! If you didn’t look like your grandma, don’t you think you’d instantly become Lin Aiguo’s daughter?"

Before Zhou Jiao could respond, Lin Lishan exclaimed, "How old is she? How old is our Jiao Jiao? How could it be possible!"

Zhou Jiao laughed, "Mom, reality is that terrifying. Nothing is impossible. If he says so, it is so! Can you argue with him on the stage?"

Seeing his wife ready to argue, Zhou Xiaozheng chuckled softly and shook his hand to stop her. Not worth wasting words on these people.

"Did you pass the exam?"

Zhou Jiao nodded.

"Any plans next? I heard this semester you’ll be going for grassroots internships?"

"Yeah, supposedly once, but we have to wait for the school to announce it." Zhou Jiao didn’t even doubt how her dad knew. How could he not keep an eye on the school!

Zhou Xiaozheng frowned slightly, "Do you want to change places? I plan to transfer Xiao Wu to the military here."

Zhou Jiao put down her hand, remained silent for a while, then shook her head: "I can handle it alone. We will go different paths in the future, it’s not like we can be assigned to the same unit."

Lin Lishan listened, half-understanding, "Where are you going this time? How long will you go? And Xiao Wu is joining the army? Wasn’t it said to follow the child?"

Father and daughter of the Zhou family exchanged knowing smiles.

Zhou Jiao patted the anxious Lin Lishan and patiently replied, "Just a change of internship location. We graduate in two years, not talking about assignments now. This trip out of Beijing will be for about a month and more, mom, you’ll be laboring hard."

"Laboring for what? But is it appropriate for a young girl like you to go out of town? Do you know where you’re going? I’ll prepare in advance."

Zhou Jiao shook her head, "No need! There are many people going; it’s not good to make exceptions. The place is either the Southwest or the South, probably more likely the South."

As she spoke, she hesitantly looked at Zhou Xiaozheng, "Dad, are you sure I don’t need to go to the Northwest?"

"Haven’t I told you already? Don’t worry about these unnecessary things. Be more careful when traveling!"

Lin Lishan sighed and shook her head at the side, "Why go to university at all? You might as well join the Art Troupe with your mom. Not singing and dancing, learning these things every day must be tiring."

Zhou Jiao chuckled and didn’t refute. How could these be the same? If living carefreely, not working would be better for her. With this diploma, she won’t have to worry about her dad being attacked by others wherever she goes in the future. As for training in remote areas like her sisters, she’d see if she wanted to.

To be an outsider, in addition to background, one must have ability. Not much is required, just enough to show people that her value is higher than ordinary people.

Just like Zhou Jiao thought, after she received that reward, her value was clearly demonstrated.

Among her generation of offspring, apart from those sent to other brotherly countries for study, most were placed in rural hometowns, so one can imagine how outstanding she appeared.

As someone who cherishes talent, self-proclaimed as Bo Le, Shi Dashen, after deep thinking, unintentionally mentioned Zhou Xiaozheng when reporting work to the old chief, completely exposing Zhou Jiao’s situation.

The old chief nodded and chuckled, "Be careful of your sneaky plan, or you might get beaten by him. It’s said he treasures this daughter the most. But indeed, a child like this is worth treasuring. We as parents really owe our children too much."

Shi Dashen straightened up, waiting for him to decide. For the country, for future generations, who hasn’t endured it all?

"Talents should be valued. Rather than finding unknown ones, it’s better to nurture our own children. Let’s do it this way. Let this child study and work at the same time, involve her in some activities, and see where she is best suited to develop."

Upon hearing this, Shi Dashen smiled and secretly breathed a sigh of relief. This decision of the old chief is good! As for Brother Zhou, he has a clear conscience.

"That boy hasn’t visited for quite a while except for meetings. What has he been busy with lately?"

"Reporting chief, Old Zhou just returned from a business trip not long ago, now often working overtime."

"Well, that’s a hard-working kid, always striving for perfection in everything. Pass a message for me, tell him to take care of himself, and bring the child over to visit when he has time."

The fact that the old chief still cares shows that Brother Zhou’s favor remains undiminished! Which is good, as it will shut up the naysayers. Shi Dashen felt indignant for his partner. What does the Lin family’s mess have to do with Brother Zhou?

He wanted to mention a few things about these matters but seeing the tired face of the old chief, swallowed those words. National matters are important, better not to disturb the old chief with personal affairs.

In the Big Courtyard, Zhou Xiaozheng enjoyed family joy, unaware that the figure behind the scene still cared about him, and old comrades were also arranging well for his daughter.

This life, as Ping’an said: "Great-grandma says I’m a lucky little guy, and I think so too."

"You must also pay attention to your diet and be cautious. Listen to your mother, nothing wrong with that, no ice cream even if it’s hot."

"Grandpa, it’s not the ice cream’s fault. Uncle Xiao Yu just hasn’t exercised, Dad is making him run daily now."

Zhou Xiaozheng patted the child’s bottom, "No excuses! Do you think grandpa doesn’t know that silly boy spends all his pocket money on ice cream? Without self-control, no amount of medicine your dad sends will help."

Ping’an sheepishly chuckled.

"Don’t act foolish!"

At the side, Zhou Jiao eating a late-night snack, watched her family gathered in laughter and silently vowed never to let this beautiful life be destroyed by anyone.