I Became a Vicious Supporting Role in the '70s
Chapter 342: Visiting an Old Friend

Chapter 342: Chapter 342: Visiting an Old Friend

Lu Zhenping felt his face glowing with pride, rarely seen by Shen Meng unless he was in front of his comrades and colleagues.

Noticing Shen Meng looking at him, he turned his head and gave her a smile.

"What’s up?"

"Nothing, just that you look quite refreshing this way."

Hearing her say this, Lu Zhenping chuckled. Shen Meng had seen all his faces; he rarely smiled in front of his subordinates. Now that it’s rare for them to gather and dine, he felt more relaxed.

Before he left the army, he had thought about it – work life would be like entering a small society, different from the military. After working at the Police Station in the Provincial City for some time, he easily won over the people there with his previous prestige. But he knew that to perform his job well in the long run, he couldn’t rely solely on that prestige; he needed methods and abilities.

As a leader, one must be both good at networking and managing subordinates – there’s a lot to learn. Whenever he had free time, he’d go and play chess with the leaders to gain some experience.

"If you find it refreshing, tonight I will sleep with you looking just like this..."

He suddenly moved closer to Shen Meng and whispered this into her ear. Shen Meng, who was drinking water, nearly choked.

"Take it easy, there are so many people around. Watch what you say."

Seeing his wife’s face turn red, he smiled.

The dinner was a success, with the guests thoroughly enjoying themselves; the dishes were wiped clean, and more dishes ordered twice. They also drank, but stopped at a good point.

When it was time to part, everyone looked at Shen Meng like little fans. The children were particularly happy, with Ming Kai being carried on Chen Du’s shoulders, which made him cry out in alarm.

Lu Zhenping hurriedly took him down and after saying goodbye to everyone, he said to Shen Meng, "Wife, you spent quite a bit today. Once I get my salary, I’ll give it all to you, along with the bonus. I’ll keep no pocket money for myself."

"If you dare keep any, see if I don’t beat you up."

"Hehehe, any beating from you is fine. After being so busy for so long, it’s finally great to have some leisure time to enjoy a meal so freely. It’s really comfortable."

"Daddy, I’m so full. Uncle Zhao and Uncle Peng took such good care of me, I ate so much meat."

"I ate a lot too, my little belly is all popped out."

"Brother has gotten fat, mom, should we make him lose weight? If he keeps eating like this, he’ll turn into a little pig."

Ming Kai, also not to be outdone, sneered back at Ming Liang.

"Little pig, chubby pig, big fat pig, brother is a fatty piggy."

Ming Liang was not shy about saying this, nor did he feel embarrassed. He knew his chubbiness was not just fat; it was happiness growing. His mom made so much delicious food every day, so what if he got a little fat? It didn’t bother him at all. He wouldn’t think of dieting – he loved to eat!

The family thus made their way back to the family housing compound.

Seeing Ming Fang getting tired, Shen Meng carried her onto the bicycle, pushing it forward, while Mingyang and Ming Liang did not complain of fatigue. Upon reaching home, they slumped onto the couch, breathing heavily.

Lu Zhenping, with great attentiveness, heated water for his wife and children to have a bath and wash their feet. Fortunately, the weather was warm, and a quick rinse was all they needed before heading to bed.

After Lu Zhenping finished washing up, he hurriedly urged Shen Meng to take a bath. Being an old couple for so long, they could read each other’s minds with just a glance, let alone the glaringly obvious intentions of that dog of a man. Shen Meng felt that if only she had a tail, it would probably be whisking in spirals by now.

After a night of intense pleasure, Shen Meng didn’t wake up until after nine in the morning, the kids had already run out to play. When she got up, a soreness in her back made her hiss, and when she stepped down, she didn’t dare move for quite a while as there was still fluid between her thighs, which made her blush uncontrollably.

She went to close the door, went into her room for a proper bath, ate something, and finally regained her strength.

Lu Zhenping, your stamina has improved!!!

Seeing that there was still time, she took out some gifts, changed into a new outfit, and rode her bicycle out.

Seeing her come out, the dozen or so kids playing at the door greeted her, and Mingyang quickly trotted over.

"Mom, where are you going?"

"I’m going to visit an older sister I met in the provincial city, I’ve told you about her before. The first time mom went to the city to talk about cooperation with foreign businesses, I met her on the bus, Jiang Huan. We’ve been writing to each other quite often. Now that mom is in the city, it wouldn’t be right not to visit her. I heard yesterday that the garment factory has a holiday today, so I’m going to pay a visit and I’ll be back before it’s time to cook lunch. If you guys are hungry, just grab some snacks from the drawer. Oh, and since there are so many of you buddies here, go home and grab some candy to share."

"Ok, mom, I’ll do it now. Be careful riding on the road and watch out for cars!"

"Okay, mom will remember. Go play, make sure to keep an eye on your brother and sister."

"Got it."

Shen Meng reminded Ming Liang and the others once more, especially focusing on Ming Fang, as she was the most sensible and could surely keep a good watch.

After she left on her bike, a little chubby boy approached Mingyang.

"Your mom is really pretty and speaks so nicely."

"She’s such a worrier though, she gets anxious the moment she can’t see us. Look, even stepping out she keeps telling us what to do, mom loves us too much."

Little chubby boy: "....."

Done with the bragging, isn’t it time to hand out the candy???

Shen Meng arrived at Jiang Huan’s house and as luck would have it, Jiang Huan was just coming back with a basket, having bought vegetables and meat from the Cooperative Society. Upon reaching the entrance of the courtyard, she spotted a pretty woman parking her bike, looking very familiar.

She boldly called out, "Shen Meng?"

Shen Meng turned around with a surprised face.

"Ah, big sis, what a coincidence! I was just worrying about showing up unexpectedly, wondering what I’d do if you weren’t home, and here I bump into you."

"Why are you here, sis? When did you come to the provincial city? Haven’t seen you for quite a while, I’ve really missed you. Just the other day I got your letter. Come on, come inside with me."

"Yeah, let me untie this. I brought quite a lot of stuff, and the knots are tight, haha!"

Shen Mengjie untied the knots and slung the bags over her arm, walking arm in arm with Jiang Huan like close sisters.

Although Jiang Huan protested verbally about Shen Meng bringing too many things and being too formal, her chin was raised high. The people in the courtyard could hear her hearty laughter early in the morning, and upon looking up, they saw a beautiful woman entering the yard with her.

Everyone in the courtyard was a worker and literate, recognizing the woman who had appeared in the newspapers before, and Jiang Huan kept insisting that it was her "sister’s" woman.