Back to the 60s: The Struggle Career of a Charmed Wife -
Chapter 945 - 0945: Old Friends Help 3
Chapter 945: Chapter 0945: Old Friends Help 3
"You saw me? Saw us, when?" Feng Qingxue expressed surprise at He Hongjun’s words.
Why had she no recollection? She had a good memory.
If she had seen He Hongjun, she surely would have recognized him because his appearance hadn’t changed, with the most notable difference being his cleaner and neater clothing, and he seemed more spirited.
He Hongjun laughed and said, "It’s been several days, I think. That morning, there was a light rain, and I was on the tram to work when I saw the two of you in military green, holding an oilcloth umbrella. I thought my eyes were deceiving me. I knew your husband was in the military, you’re always at the Wanglou Brigade, right? So how come you’re donning a proper military uniform too? That’s not the kind of military clothes ordinary citizens wear to show admiration for soldiers."
Upon hearing He Hongjun’s explanation, Feng Qingxue realized it must have been when she got off the tram after lunch that day.
Pointing to Lu Jiang, she said, "Comrade He Hongjun, let me introduce you, this is my husband, Lu Jiang. I am also a soldier now, a medic, and we’re in the same unit. Recently, we’ve both been on leave! We were idle at home and decided to take a trip to Shanghai. In a few days, we’re going to the Capital to visit some old friends."
He Hongjun quickly greeted Lu Jiang, "My life was saved by Comrade Qingxue. I owe her a great debt of gratitude that I will never forget."
Lu Jiang once again witnessed the connections his wife had accumulated through her good deeds, marveling at how she seemed to know someone wherever they went.
"Hello, hello, Comrade He Hongjun, saving people is our duty, no one can ignore someone in peril." Lu Jiang saluted him militarily, then glanced at the recycling station behind He Hongjun, "Comrade He Hongjun, do you work here?"
Meeting an acquaintance made things easier, Feng Qingxue and Lu Jiang shared the same thought.
Unexpectedly, He Hongjun shook his head, "No, no, I work at the former government department, now the committee."
Lu Jiang and Feng Qingxue were both shocked as that was a department with real power, especially in a place like Shanghai.
"Yes, I have some clout since I come from the Capital," said He Hongjun, scratching his head, "some students have just confiscated property from a few wealthy households, and they collected quite a lot. I’m in charge of transporting it to the recycling station to support national construction. What brings you here? What do you want to do? Maybe I can help."
Feng Qingxue’s heart almost burst with joy, "Definitely, you certainly can! We want to pick out some recyclable items from within the recycling station. Comrade He Hongjun, as you know, our hometown is very poor, and we’re very short on everyday supplies."
He Hongjun immediately said, "No problem, I’ll speak to the station manager, and you can pick whatever you need."
Having said that, He Hongjun led them inside.
He did have significant influence; the station manager Meng Shouguo was extremely respectful towards him. After hearing He Hongjun’s words, he didn’t hesitate to tell Lu Jiang and Feng Qingxue, "Corruption and waste are serious crimes. Comrades, pick whatever you want and just pay by weight. If I’m not around, tell the comrade guarding the warehouse to let you in."
Lu Jiang and Feng Qingxue thanked him profusely.
He Hongjun smiled at Feng Qingxue, "Comrades Qingxue and Lu Jiang, give me your address when you’re done. I’ll be on leave soon, too, and I’d like to treat you to a meal at the International Hotel!"
After some thought, Lu Jiang and Feng Qingxue told him where they were staying at the state-run hotel.
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