Back to the 60s: The Struggle Career of a Charmed Wife
Chapter 308 - 0308: Connecting Troops 2_1

Chapter 308: Chapter 0308: Connecting Troops 2_1

Zhang Erya had no objections, they had received kindness from Feng Qingxue, Chen Ming and others, and were willing to pass on this kindness. She squatted down next to Gangzi, and said softly, "Gangzi, would you like to come home with your sister?"

But, Gangzi’s gaze was focused on Feng Qingxue.

Children are, in fact, very sensitive. They know clearly who is good to them and who is not. Even though Feng Qingxue said she wouldn’t adopt him, he could sense the care from her.

That piece of candy, it was very sweet.

Feng Qingxue gently touched the top of Gangzi’s head, "Gangzi, why don’t you go home with your sister first, and I’ll come see you tomorrow, okay?"

"Okay!" Gangzi excitedly placed his little hand on the hand Zhang Erya extended towards him.

Before Jiang He and Zhang Erya arrived, Old Song Dazhu had already made several trips to the toilet due to the oiliness of the dumplings--he couldn’t bear it. Now that Gangzi’s case was solved, he feared Feng Qingxue might change her mind. After handing over Song Dazhu’s medal and other possessions to Feng Qingxue, he bid his leave hastily. Whether he had another bout of diarrhea on his way home, Feng Qingxue and the others wouldn’t know.

Before Jiang He and Zhang Erya took Gangzi away, Feng Qingxue found used cotton-woven clothes, previously brought for her sister from a second-hand stall, and a pair of used cotton shoes for Gangzi to put on, replacing his tattered thin clothes.

Early next morning, taking advantage of the good weather, she and Lu Tianjun from Guan Cheng went to the city together to find the local army unit.

Of course, the local troop has nothing to do with Lu Jiang’s troop, but they own military telephones that have a direct line.

Telegraph is simple but lacks comprehensive storytelling; whereas writing letters would take too long to get responses. Feng Qingxue worried that while waiting unknown babies might be abandoned at their doors, or even at Jiang He’s.

When she explained her intentions to the local army unit, they approved her request to use the military phone immediately.

Lu Jiang had left his troop’s telephone number with his wife when he left, explaining that she could call in case of emergency as it was quicker and more convenient than a telegram.

After dialing the number, Feng Qingxue first identified herself, then asked to speak with Zhao Yong.

Zhao Yong was Lu Jiang’s direct superior. It was more appropriate to find him than Lu Jiang.

"Qingxue, is anything wrong at home?" It was General Ye who answered the phone. His cheerful voice echoed on the other end, "Zhao Yong is on a mission. If you need anything, just tell me directly."

Feng Qingxue was first stunned, then overjoyed.

"Good day, General Ye, I am currently facing a difficult situation and I seek the troop’s advice." Feng Qingxue then detailed the issue with Gangzi and sighed, "Although we have many kids at home, a four-year-old doesn’t eat much. If we cut back, we can raise him. But I fear that once we start, more and more children will follow. We live in the countryside where there are many more abandoned babies than we ever imagined. Someone even attempted to dump a child at our door before. I can’t bear the future of so many children. Also, considering comrade Song Dazhu sacrificed for the country, it would be inevitable for the child to question if the country doesn’t accommodate accordingly."

General Ye’s eyes flashed with anger, not towards Feng Qingxue, but anger at the actions of Gangzi’s hometown.

"I understand, Qingxue," General Ye thought for a moment, "Keep Gangzi in your care for now. I will immediately send you cash and grain tickets. Once we discuss and devise a good solution in the troop, we’ll arrange for Gangzi’s life."