Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

As the car drove away from the steel rolling mill, Yang Jianguo, with his eyes closed as if dozing off, instructed, "Xiao Duan, take Xiao Han first."

After he finished speaking, he realized he didn't know much about his new secretary, so he asked, "Xiao Han, where do you live?"

"Boss, I can go back by myself."

Han Xi said she could just drop it off at the bus stop, but Yang Jianguo wouldn't do that.

After being persuaded again, Han Xi could no longer refuse.

After hesitating for a few seconds, he said, "To No. 2 Courtyard."

A hint of surprise flashed in Xiao Duan's eyes, and Yang Jianguo also looked at her with surprise, asking, "You live in courtyard number two?"

Han Xi blushed slightly and said, "My grandfather lives there, my parents live in Suzhou, and I live with my grandfather here."

Yang Jianguo chuckled and said, "I didn't expect you to be from a military family. No wonder I didn't make you cry back then."

Hearing this, Han Xi couldn't help but mutter under her breath, "You know you were being harsh, huh?"

"You won't learn unless you're scolded; growth is all about stumbling and falling along the way."

"If you're kept in a greenhouse and everything goes smoothly for you, how can you make progress?"

Han Xi knew he was right, but that didn't mean she wasn't aggrieved.

Even so, couldn't you have been a little more tactful in your criticism and taken a little into account the girl's feelings?

I still consider you my idol!

"Didn't you say yourself that you wanted to grow through hardship...? There are no men or women here, only Party members?"

Hearing him recount his induction speech, Han Xi blushed.

Shameful, so shameful.

How does he know everything? Doesn't he forget so many things he remembers every day?

As Han Xi was lost in thought, the car stopped in front of the No. 2 courtyard.

The security guard saw the car pull over to the side of the road, glanced at the license plate, and hesitated whether to go up and ask a question.

Is this leader here to visit some former leader, or is there something else going on?

Before he could make up his mind, the car door opened.

Then, he saw the old leader's precious little princess get out of the car: "Sir, thank you for bringing me back."

"Hmm~"

He didn't hear what was said after that, but he could roughly guess who the people in the car were.

The rumors about the little princess in this compound are known to everyone.

Even he, the 'gatekeeper,' knew perfectly well that the little princess worked at the Ministry of Works.

Being her idol's secretary? That's impressive!

Seeing the little princess standing to one side, watching the car drive away, she skipped over.

The security guard smiled and said, "Miss Han, are you off work?"

"Yes, my boss personally drove me back."

Han Xi boasted, just like a little girl, "You know him, right? Master Yang, the national workers' representative."

"I know, I'm so tired of hearing it."

The security guard made a cheerful joke, and Han Xi said a few more words to him before going inside.

Looking back at her cheerful expression, the gatekeeper thought to himself, 'The old commander is probably going to have a headache now.'

As the car returned to its starting point, the driver kept glancing at his superior through the rearview mirror.

Noticing the subtle gaze, Yang Jianguo, who was resting with his eyes closed, said helplessly, "Do I have flowers growing on my face?"

"Ah, no, boss." Xiao Duan quickly gripped the steering wheel, looked straight ahead, and sat up straight.

"There are no flowers, what are you looking at there for?"

Yang Jianguo opened his eyes, smiled, rolled down the car window, and took out a cigarette from his pocket and lit it.

He rarely smokes in his car, but he felt like having one right now.

"...Boss, did you know Secretary Han's identity before?"

Xiao Duan mustered up his courage and asked directly, since his boss wasn't going to eat him alive.

If you say something wrong, you'll at most get a scolding, as long as it's not a matter of principle or a work mistake.

He is arguably the kindest person I've ever met.

Yang Jianguo squinted and took a deep breath: "Phew~ I didn't expect this either!"

Chapter 458 The Old Man, Arms and Legs

The unexpected event brought about by Han Xi inevitably sparked Yang Jianguo's imagination.

Was her coming to my side truly out of personal worship, or was it deliberately arranged by someone behind the scenes?

If it's the former, then everything is negotiable.

If it's the latter, then Yang Jianguo has no choice but to overthink it.

His current position is one where a single move can have far-reaching consequences, involving numerous conflicts of interest.

The reforms are currently not even reaching into the inner workings of the government.

However, as the "quality over quantity" approach unfolds, there are already signs indicating this.

Some military-related industries will also be reclassified.

Should it still be considered a necessary military industrial enterprise, or should it be classified as an ordinary enterprise?

Once it falls under the latter category, it's hard to say that it all falls under Yang Jianguo's jurisdiction.

The restructuring office certainly has a voice, and its words carry considerable weight.

Moreover, Yang Jianguo himself was one of the judges involved in the selection process for this positioning.

This news was confirmed not long before the opening of the Imperial Grand Ballroom.

Just then, Han Xi appeared in the welcoming line.

It was one of his admirers who received him and Yingzi.

He then appeared at the Ministry of Works and was recommended by the office to be his secretary.

It looks like a meticulously planned arrangement with one link after another.

Of course, it's also possible that he's overthinking things.

These are just coincidences!

But Yang Jianguo couldn't help but think, 'Isn't this too much of a coincidence?'

Courtyard No. 2, a two-story building surrounded by greenery.

Han Xi hummed a revolutionary song and skipped and hopped into the room.

"grandfather."

Seeing her grandfather tending to the flowers and plants, Han Xi happily ran over.

"Hey, Xixi's back."

The old man laughed heartily, but his granddaughter grabbed his arm, causing him to sway slightly.

"Alright, alright, Grandpa's getting old, he can't take your antics."

"Grandpa, I hope you live to be a hundred years old. You're still young!"

"Okay, okay, Grandpa wants to watch Xixi get married and have a big, healthy great-grandson."

"Grandpa~" Han Xi blushed and lowered her head, feeling embarrassed by his words.

Seeing his granddaughter's unusual excitement, the old man asked curiously, "Xixi, why are you so happy today?"

"No, do I have one?"

Han Xi didn't want to admit it, but her grandfather quickly saw through her lie.

So she simply admitted that it was because her boss had driven her back that she did that.

"lead?"

The old man's smile faded slightly, and he pondered for a moment before saying, "It's your leader, Yang Jianguo."

"Yes, that's him."

Han Xi nodded happily and said, "Grandpa, you have no idea how amazing he is. He's so serious when he works. And, and..."

Seeing his granddaughter happily recounting her experiences over the past few days, the old man smiled.

A strange feeling welled up inside her, but she couldn't quite put her finger on it: 'The little girl has grown up; she's starting to feel the stirrings of first love.'

Judging from her behavior, there's something wrong with the guy she's fallen for!

Also, that kid has probably already guessed Xixi's identity.

They might be wondering if those old men are behind this.

Young people these days are truly remarkable!

"Xixi, let's invite your boss over for dinner another day, and Grandpa can have a chat with him."

The old man's words left Han Xi speechless.

Why are you suddenly inviting us to our home? No, Grandpa, it's not that soon!

No~

No, oh dear~

"I'm not talking to you anymore, I'm going back to my room to rest."

Her heart pounded as she rushed back to her room and slammed the door shut.

Han Xi collapsed onto the bed and buried her head in the blankets.

Honestly, why did Grandpa suddenly bring this up? Why did we invite him over for dinner?

He's a married man, and his child is only a few years younger than him, right?

oops~

I'm so annoying.

Which girl doesn't dream of love, and which girl doesn't admire heroes and idols?

At least during this period, young girls preferred heroes who were full of honors, dedicated to their work, and strived for progress.

Han Xi felt the same way; in her heart, Yang Jianguo was the best man in the world.

Stand tall and upright, be dedicated and hardworking, and fearless in the face of threats from evil forces.

During the chaotic period, it ensured the stability of the Red Star Steel Rolling Mill and used its influence to quell one potential major armed conflict after another.

Among the working class, the name Yang Jianguo is legendary.

After becoming interested in him, Han Xi specifically looked up records related to him.

Those wonderful experiences filled her with longing.

It also planted a seed in her heart, which took root, sprouted, and grew into a towering tree.

Unfortunately, I was born too late.

Otherwise, we should at least give it a shot.

After a dazed sleep, Han Xi decided to talk to her grandfather the next day.

When I went downstairs, Grandpa was already at the dining table reading the newspaper.

The housekeeper also brought breakfast to the table.

Hearing footsteps, the old man put down his newspaper and waved happily: "Xixi, come and have breakfast."