Siheyuan: A warm home with wife and children

If you say there's nothing wrong, who would believe you?

In the high-ranking leader's office, his secretary brewed tea and placed it in front of him, then asked thoughtfully:

"Boss, have you heard the news from the research institute?"

"Huh? You mean Jianguo had someone block the door?"

The secretary said softly, "Yes, you said... should I go and ask?"

Chapter 567 A Little Understanding, No Regrets

"What do you want to ask?" The senior leader looked up, surprised, at his secretary.

"What's there to ask Yang Jianguo about his work? He'll report back when he's done."

Sensing her boss's displeasure, the secretary's heart skipped a beat, and she said, "Yes, yes, I was just afraid you'd be curious."

"I'm not curious." The high-ranking leader's eyes held a strange, playful glint. "But you seem quite curious!"

"You're joking, boss... I'm actually quite curious."

"Haha, that's just human nature!"

After exchanging a few evasive words, the secretary closed the door and left.

The high-ranking leader shook the newspaper in his hand and glanced strangely at the door where his secretary had left.

"Young people just can't keep their tempers up!"

When Zhu Hao entered the meeting room, Yang Jianguo was discussing the work process with the team leaders.

"lead."

Hearing the voice, Yang Jianguo turned around and said, "You guys discuss it first, I'll be right back."

Yang Jianguo called Zhu Hao aside and instructed him to be in charge of delivering meals to the research institute for the next few days.

“We’ll stay here. If there’s anything urgent, just let us know.”

Breakfast, lunch, and dinner must be substantial and include meat; you can't do without meat.

After he explained everything, Zhu Hao smiled and nodded, "Boss, you can rest assured and leave it to me!"

"Okay, I might be very busy in the next few days. If you need anything, please contact the team leader."

Having said everything that needed to be said, Yang Jianguo plunged headlong into his research.

The heated argument was only interrupted when Zhu Hao brought dinner that evening.

"Let's eat first. We can discuss anything after dinner."

Yang Jianguo invited everyone to eat, and they were just chatting and laughing.

Suddenly his expression changed, and he slapped his thigh, saying, "Oh no!"

Everyone's hearts tightened, and they hurriedly asked, "What's wrong, Director Yang?"

"Director, what's wrong?"

Yang Jianguo looked at Zhu Hao and said, "I forgot to call my wife."

The crowd looked at each other, then burst into laughter.

This Yang Jianguo is just as interesting as ever!

……

Yingzi had already served the food after receiving Zhu Hao's call.

"Madam, my boss asked me to apologize to you; he's been so busy he forgot."

Yingzi smiled and said, "It's alright. Tell him to take care of himself and not forget to eat."

"Okay... then that's settled."

After hanging up the phone, Yingzi returned to the dining table, picked up her rice bowl, and said, "Eat!"

Yang Zhiyi gave her a strange look, then couldn't help but:

"Mom, didn't you not cook for Dad? Didn't you say he definitely wouldn't come back?"

"Hmm," Yingzi hummed.

"Then why didn't you say anything, and let my dad think it was his fault?"

Yingzi picked up some food and said as she ate, "You don't understand. You'll understand when you get married."

"Tch." Zhiyi pouted, unconvinced. "You're trying to shut me up with marriage again. Do you really think I can't find anyone?"

Yingzi curled her lips and snorted, "Hmm~ I really do think you're not going to be found."

Even though she knew it was a provocation, Zhiyi was still provoked.

"Okay, I'll bring one back for you tomorrow."

"Hey, hurry up and get it. I'll be back early tomorrow to cook a big meal of fish and meat. I'll be waiting for you."

"..." Zhiyi opened and closed her mouth again and again, but she had a lot to say but kept it all inside.

None of her suggestions worked, which infuriated her.

After dinner, Baba took the bowl to the kitchen to wash it, then walked silently back to his room.

"Zhiyi, what's wrong?" Qiuye, who had been working late, came in just as she entered the front yard.

Seeing her puffed-up expression, I couldn't help but ask, amused.

"It's all because of my mom, she's always pressuring me to find a partner... Is it because I can't find one?"

"I don't want to look for someone, but I have to find someone suitable eventually, right?"

Ran Qiuye smiled and said, "Yes, you have to find the right person to live your life with."

Qiu Ye put her arm around her shoulder and said, "But you have to understand your mother. You're not a child anymore, and you're a girl."

“What’s wrong with girls? Girls don’t have to settle for less!” Zhiyi retorted, unconvinced.

Ran Qiuye nodded and said calmly, "Yes, it can't be a compromise, regardless of gender."

But wasn't your mom worried you'd get hurt? Hey… don't argue, let me finish.”

Zhiyi pursed her lips, swallowed her words, and listened to her continue.

"Haven't you ever heard people talking about you behind your back?"

Or perhaps it's those gossipy old ladies in the alley; you have no idea what they're saying about you.

"I~" Zhiyi said helplessly and angrily.

“I know, I know you want to say you don’t care. But your mother does care; she doesn’t want to hear anyone say anything about her precious daughter.”

She's argued with those people about this several times already.

Ran Qiuye pointed to the inner courtyard and said, "This year alone, have you seen your mother go to anyone else's house after returning home?"

"No, they've completely fallen out. Who was it all for?"

Zhiyi was speechless; she really didn't know that.

I just thought my mother was cultivating her character and didn't want to deal with those people anymore.

“We grew up in the hutongs, and we’ve been used to visiting each other since we were little.”

Who wouldn't want to go out for a stroll and chat with someone after work?

"There's not much to say, but it's nice to listen to other people's stories for a laugh. But what about your mother?"

Ran Qiuye had wanted to say this for a long time, but Yingzi had always stopped her.

She didn't want to put pressure on Zhiyi, fearing that she might use this as an excuse to find someone else to deal with later.

This child's marriage is more important than anything else.

But seeing that her emotions were getting increasingly out of control, Qiuye felt it was better to talk things out.

Some things are simply unspeakable because of closeness.

On the contrary, it was her words, spoken by an outsider, that were more credible.

"It's not that we have to pressure you to get married right now; neither your dad nor your mom has that in mind."

But shouldn't you also put in some effort? At least you need to make some noise, show some attitude, right?

Ran Qiuye clapped her hands and said, "You haven't shown any interest in this area since you came back."

How can your mom not be worried? Won't she overthink things? If it were your daughter, wouldn't you be worried too?

After Aunt Ran explained things clearly, Zhiyi's resistance disappeared by more than half.

We all understand the道理 (principles/reasons), but that's just how people are.

They can talk a good game, but when it comes to something happening to them, it's a different story.

They're not so rational; they can't analyze things calmly or see things clearly.

When emotions and desires take over, what's the point of having a brain?!

It is said that humans are the most intelligent creatures and the dominant species.

But what is the stupidest thing in the world that wasn't done by a human?

"You should think about it carefully and figure out what you really mean."

"If you are really influenced by foreign countries, tell your parents what's on your mind as soon as possible."

Don't keep things to yourself, or it will only cause more conflicts and suspicions, hurting the family's relationship... Ah!

Chapter 568 Reporting to the Elder, Highly Praising

"They're out, they're out..."

On Wednesday, the research institute, which had been closed for eight days, reopened its doors.

A group of researchers, looking tired but with bright eyes, came out.

Two of them were younger, each carrying a cardboard box.

The cardboard box was filled with densely packed manuscripts and documents.

"The rest of you go home and rest. You two come with me to report the situation."

"Big guy, tell Xiao Duan to prepare the car."

Without saying where they were going, Yang Jianguo led his men straight to the top leader's office.

"Boss, I have some good news to tell you."

All I heard outside was that sentence, and then the door was closed.

Half an hour later, a hearty laugh came from inside the room: "Good, good, Jian Guo!"

"You've done another great service to the country, bringing honor to our Minister of Works."

"Don't say that, boss... I'm used to it," Yang Jianguo joked.

This brought the topic, which was about to become serious, back to reality.

"You're absolutely right." The high-ranking official pointed at him vaguely: "Come on, let's go to the capital to report."

"it is good."

That's exactly what he wanted to hear: this matter must be reported to the top leader.

The impact would be too great; if he were to report to someone else without going through the proper channels, he could very well have his work intercepted.

With a high-ranking leader present, those petty scoundrels can be deterred.

Ensure that no one dares to deceive their superiors or act recklessly.

After the report, Yang Jianguo will go to the Chinese Academy of Sciences to ask the academicians there to help refine the process.

In addition, he wants to set up a new research project.

Research and development team for ultra-high strength composite steel.