CHAPTER 435: CHAPTER 433: OLDER BROTHER’S JOB

Now that the son-in-law is back, Liang Hongmei feels more at ease.

When she went back in the evening, Liang Hongmei talked to Xiao Gu about it and left with peace of mind.

It’s hot now, and Lin Wan, who is pregnant, fears the heat the most. At night, Han Yi watched her as the fan blew all night, afraid she would catch a cold. After she fell asleep, he secretly turned off the fan and then used a fan to cool her off non-stop the whole night.

It wasn’t until early morning when a cool breeze came into the room that Han Yi stopped and really took a break.

This time, when Han Yi went on a mission, the team gave him an extra reward of 200 yuan.

After Han Yi returned, he kept 50 yuan for himself and gave the rest to Lin Wan.

Lin Wan usually keeps only 20 or 30 yuan at home, just enough for her living needs, including the over 100 yuan her mom gives her every month. Lin Wan saves all of it in time.

Lin Wan was thinking about withdrawing money, knowing that she would need money for childbirth and hospitalization. So, she decided not to save it anymore.

Unexpectedly, Han Yi said that she’s a military family member, and for someone of Han Yi’s rank, medical expenses for family hospital stays are very cheap. Lin Wan wouldn’t need to spend much money when she goes.

Lin Wan originally planned to go to the central hospital since it was close to their home. She also did her regular maternity check-ups there.

Now that Han Yi suggested going to the district hospital, Lin Wan realized this aspect as well. Going to the district hospital would be good, as the military has priority; in case of emergencies, the hospital would take care of military personnel.

That day, her busy brother, who was graduating, also came back.

He brought them good news—that the job assignments had been finalized.

"Really? Where was he assigned?" During this time, Liang Hongmei was worried to bits, concerned about her daughter and her son. The daughter was relatively better off, but for her son, she felt she couldn’t help at all. He had to rely on himself entirely.

Lin Yinghui smiled, "Assigned to a small government office in a clerical position."

Liang Hongmei was surprised to hear it was a government department; obviously, she hadn’t expected it. She thought her son would be assigned to a factory, perhaps in accounting or something, since his major was finance. She didn’t expect him to be assigned to the government instead. After recovering from her surprise, Liang Hongmei was delighted; her son had done well and was now a civil servant.

Lin Wan and Han Yi were also happy, and the family decided to have a big lunch to celebrate.

It was rare that the daughter wasn’t in school and she didn’t have to go to the shop, with the son-in-law and son both at home.

Liang Hongmei was busy for more than two hours and cooked a table full of dishes. While eating, she happily had a couple of drinks with her son-in-law and son.

The four of them took over two hours to finish their lunch.

After the work assignments were announced, the graduates had their farewell ceremony yesterday, saw their assignments this morning, and hurriedly packed their things to excitedly head off in the afternoon.

Lin Yinghui didn’t drink much. After three years of university, he had made many friends from all over the country. He rode his bike to the school in the afternoon to say goodbye to his friends.

Lin Wan hadn’t even had a chance to ask where Sister Mu Qing and Brother Li were assigned yet.

Unexpectedly, her brother didn’t come back in the evening. It wasn’t until the next day that she learned he hadn’t returned all night.

It was around one o’clock in the afternoon when he returned looking exhausted.

At that time, Liang Hongmei and Han Yi were in the yard washing diapers and baby bedding and drying the baby’s small clothes and blankets.

When her son came home, they were busy in Lin Wan’s yard. It wasn’t until the evening that Liang Hongmei realized her son was in his room.

"Ah Hui, when did you come back? Is everything organized over at the school?" As her son stayed in his room and didn’t go out, Liang Hongmei wasn’t concerned. She thought he was just tired and resting in his room.

"Mom, it’s almost done over there. There’s still a month before the official holiday, but those of us who are interning need to report to our units a month early, so most people have already left. In the afternoon I’ll go pick up my luggage."

"Let Xiao Yi go with you. It’s already past four, and the two of you will be quicker."

Lin Yinghui wanted to refuse, but just then, his younger sister and Han Yi overheard.

So, the two of them rode a tricycle to the school.

The sensitive Lin Wan noticed something wasn’t right with her brother. Upon reflection, it must have been about Sister Mu Qing.

According to her brother, Sister Mu Qing’s family didn’t know about their relationship, and her family would probably want Sister Mu Qing to return to Z City.

Liang Hongmei made pumpkin pancakes and a fine corn mush for dinner. After living here for a few years, her mother was almost turning into a northerner.

Her brother didn’t have many belongings; just a small bag of clothes and a quilt.

When they returned, Lin Wan found a chance to ask her brother about Sister Mu Qing.

Lin Wan realized her brother was upset because of Mu Qing.

"She’s from Z City, and the job assigned to her was also in Z City. Initially... she didn’t want to return. Before the New Year, I even tried to find a way for her, but it didn’t work."

Lin Wan didn’t realize her brother had done so much for their relationship during this period, even trying to pull strings.

Living two lifetimes, Lin Wan knew better than anyone what Mu Qing’s family was thinking. They would never let their daughter live alone in a different city.

Their connections were all in Z City, and they would definitely arrange a job for her there.

While her brother was trying to find a way here, Mu Qing’s parents were surely doing the same over there.

"What are you planning, brother?" Lin Wan was a bit worried for him, afraid he’d lose heart over this matter.

"In a few days, I’ll report to my department. I’ll try to work hard. In two years, I’ll propose to her family in Z City."

Lin Wan raised an eyebrow in surprise.

Before she could say anything, Lin Yinghui smiled and said, "We have an agreement. At worst, we’ll just write letters and make phone calls often. During holidays, we’ll visit each other. After two years, when I have some standing, I’ll propose to her family. In the meantime, Qingqing said she would try to persuade her family. If that doesn’t work, she’ll sneak out the household registration book and we’ll secretly get a certificate. After that, she could come here to live. Without a job, we’d still have to rely on her for support."

Those were the words Mu Qing had said to him later. Lin Yinghui didn’t dare tell his sister. That was their secret. If it really came to that, he would have to work extra hard.

"Brother, as long as you and Sister Mu Qing have made a plan, don’t be sad. Separation is only temporary." Initially, he thought they had broken up. After all, many couples part ways upon graduation.

"By the way, where was Brother Li assigned?"

"Him... Uncle Li got him into a beverage factory. He joined as a technical expert right away." After all, he’s a university graduate, a talent that many factories desire, especially when his father works there. They wouldn’t let others benefit from it.

"Really?" Having a good father is indeed advantageous. While others work half their lives just to become a department head of sorts, he easily becomes a technical cadre. These days, technical staff are highly sought after with high salaries and fast promotions.

Lin Wan sincerely felt happy for them. Though her brother got a clerical position, at least he was working in the government, which meant a promising future.

Knowing her brother is only somewhat down because of the separation from a loved one, she felt relieved.

Her son was about to start working, and while Liang Hongmei was happy, she also helped him by buying a few meters of fabric and making him two sets of work clothes. Wearing these would make him appear more composed, hopefully leaving a good first impression on his superiors. With the due date approaching, the family was particularly attentive, with Han Yi never leaving her side from dawn till night. At night, he accommodated her, placing a thick quilt at her feet when she couldn’t lie flat comfortably.

The fan wasn’t allowed to blow on her, so he stayed up all night to fan her. Knowing she was restless even while pregnant and continued her business, Han Yi dared not scold her or get mad. He could only compromise.

He intended to help her at the shop, but he couldn’t bear to leave her, worried something might happen to Lin Wan if he was away. So, this matter was left to Yin Peibai to help with.

Liang Hongmei’s good mood over the past few days was suddenly wiped away by one thing coming up.

What was it? None other than Zhang Dandan arriving today at noon!

Liang Hongmei didn’t like it, but as she was family, she could only let Lin Yinghui pick her up from the station.

Liang Hongmei reluctantly tidied up a room in the west wing for her to stay in.

While tidying up, she didn’t mind the son-in-law being around and grumbled with a bad face, "She’s obviously targeting your brother. Our house is already busy, and now with her here, I have to be on guard all the time."

Lin Wan covered her mouth and laughed carefreely on the side, indifferent to the situation.