Lin Qingping and Gu Juncheng

Chapter 242 When will you?

Zhiyuan recovered from his illness relatively quickly this time. He didn't have a fever again the next day, and he was much more energetic.

Lin Qingping and Gu Juncheng also took him and his second sister to pay New Year's greetings to the Wu family.

The couple had a good relationship with the Wu siblings, and the elders of the Wu family liked them very much. Mei Li also came back for the New Year, and the two families had a lively meal together at the Wu family's house.

Old Wu also played two games of chess with Zhiyuan. Finally, he called Gu Juncheng to his study to discuss matters.

Therefore, Wu's father said, "He won't even let her have a moment's peace during the New Year!"

She earned a good glare from her dad in return.

Wu Tianjiao is shrewd and capable outside, but at home she stuck out her tongue at her father and made a face, which made the old man Wu laugh. "How did I raise you to be such a person?"

Wu Tianjiao then sat down with Lin Qingping, Mei Li, and Er Mei, and the four women began to talk.

Lin Qingping was in shock—no, she should say she was shocked the moment she entered the Wu family, but she had held it in until now.

Mary is pregnant, and judging by her belly, she's well into her late stages of pregnancy.

Therefore, Wu Tianjiao's attempt to talk to the three women failed, simply because Wu Tianping clung to his wife and refused to leave.

Wu Tianjiao was speechless. "When guests come to our house, why don't you go and chat with them? Why are you hanging out with us?"

Wu Tianping replied to his sister, "Isn't Dad here with us?"

Wu Tianjiao laughed, "You're really quite promising!"

Despite the jokes between the siblings, Wu Tianjiao knew that Wu Tianping and Mei Li rarely saw each other, and when they did have time, they would definitely spend it all together. Moreover, Mei Li was now pregnant.

"These past few months? You kept it a secret from me all along, not saying a word!" Lin Qingping glared at Mei Li.

Mei chuckled, "It's been over seven months."

Lin Qingping exclaimed in surprise, "Isn't that... about to give birth?"

"It's still early! It won't be that fast." Mei Li held Lin Qingping's hand. "It's just that I won't be able to go to the factory for a while after I come back this time."

"Of course we can't go again! The child is a big deal!" Lin Qingping thought that at worst the factory would reduce production. Mei Li would be unable to take care of the factory for at least two years while she was having the baby, and she would keep an eye on things when she had time later.

Mei Li replied, "However, there are people who can manage the factory's operations, so you can rest assured."

Lin Qingping wasn't worried at all; she was just curious about who this person was. "Who is it?"

“Dugen,” Mei Li said with a smile, “I was just about to discuss with you about promoting him to deputy factory director. What do you think?”

Lin Qingping knew that Du Gen had a talent for business, and now was a particularly good time and a great era. As the saying goes, even a pig can fly if it stands at the right place at the right time, let alone Du Gen, who was not a pig.

“He said that he had done a lot of business at Ruixiang Garment Factory before, so after he came to the factory, I focused on observing and training him. Now, he can handle things on his own without too many problems,” Mei Li said with a smile. “Besides, he’s your relative. It’s always more reassuring to entrust him to a relative than to an outsider.”

"If you think it's okay, then it's fine." Having experienced her previous life, Lin Qingping felt that whether someone was a relative or not had nothing to do with hiring people. Sometimes, relatives could actually be the ones who cause trouble. However, she was still at ease with Du Gen and Gu Youlian. These two were trustworthy and not the kind of people who were disloyal or greedy for small gains.

Therefore, from the company's perspective, Dugan is the right candidate so far. As for what will happen in the future, no one knows, but no one should give up just because of the unknown.

Old Wu really enjoyed chatting with Gu Juncheng. They ended up talking for several hours. Lin Qingping and the others downstairs had brought out snacks and fruits several times. Zhiyuan sat to the side, taking apart and reassembling a model airplane that Wu Tianping had given him to play with. He had been messing with it several times before he finally heard Old Wu's voice and came downstairs.

Old Master Wu said earnestly, "Young Gu, the future depends on your generation."

This statement clearly demonstrates Elder Wu's fondness for and high regard for Gu Juncheng.

Lin Qingping was very proud of Gu Juncheng. Although she didn't know what Gu Juncheng did in the army or what he studied at school, she knew that Gu Juncheng was very capable in all aspects. Otherwise, he wouldn't have been recommended to come to the capital for further study.

Science and technology are the primary productive forces. A prosperous and strong nation depends heavily on science and technology.

For modern military forces, technology is also very important.

In today's era of rapid technological advancement, the task of building a modern military is arduous and long-term, making Wu Lao's words of profound significance.

Lin Qingping felt her blood boil at the sight of Elder Wu's eager gaze upon Gu Juncheng.

If it weren't so late, it felt like Old Wu and he could have chatted for another three hours. Even Aunt Xu felt embarrassed and said to Lin Qingping, "It's the New Year, and we haven't been able to properly entertain our guests. We've just been talking to the old man all day."

“Aunt Xu, you can’t say that. Talking with Uncle Wu is very beneficial. It’s truly better than reading for ten years.” In fact, Gu Juncheng himself also enjoys chatting with Old Wu.

It was indeed very late, so Elder Wu asked Wu Tianping to escort them back.

After they left, Old Wu praised Gu Juncheng again, saying, "This young man has endured hardship, worked at the grassroots level, and been to the front lines. He is also educated and is doing well in his studies. He is a good boy, as steady as the sky!"

"Isn't he a good kid? His wife is still in school, and your daughter and daughter-in-law are keeping him busy making money," Aunt Xu said with a smile.

Old Wu muttered to himself, "Revitalizing the economy is also very important!"

"Anyway, you're right!" Aunt Xu laughed at him.

Wu Tianping took Gu Juncheng and the others home.

Lin Qingping led her second sister and Zhiyuan back into the house first, while Gu Juncheng stood outside talking to Wu.

Wu Tianping's face was beaming with the joy of "I'm going to be a dad!" He punched Gu Juncheng from outside the door and asked, "What about you? When are you going to be a dad?"

"When?" Gu Juncheng thought for a moment and said, "In a few days, I'll go back to school in a few days."

"Who asked you to go back to school! I'm not my dad!" Wu Tianping clicked his tongue.

"What is that?" Gu Juncheng didn't understand.

Wu Tianping's eyes sparkled with excitement. "When are you going to be a dad?"

Gu Juncheng: ...

Gu Juncheng turned and left.

"Don't go!" Wu Tianping grabbed him. "Hurry up! I'm planning to arrange a marriage between our families. If your son is too young, my daughter won't be interested!"

Gu Juncheng hissed, "Are you so sure you'll have a daughter?"

"I can feel it! I can really feel it!" Wu Tianping said happily.

"Are you dreaming?" Gu Juncheng mocked him.

"Yes, I've been dreaming about it for several nights in a row!" Wu Tianping laughed so hard his mouth almost reached his ears.

Gu Juncheng: ...

Okay, it seems like this guy's brain isn't working properly after becoming a father; he can't even understand human speech anymore.

"By the way, there's something I really want to tell you," Gu Juncheng said.

"What?" Seeing how serious he was, Wu Tianping knew it was something important.

Gu Juncheng whispered a few words in his ear.