The Sweetness of the Seventies
Chapter 247 - 246: Retreat, Transfer_1

Chapter 247: Chapter 246: Retreat, Transfer_1

Huo Zhekun did not approve!

"It’s not yet the right time, there might still be issues in Nan City," said Huo Zhekun. "I’m actually planning to relocate the Old He Couple to another place!"

"What?" Jiang Lifang became even more sleepless upon hearing this. "Haven’t they already clarified things with the organization? Why do they still need to be relocated?"

Huo Zhekun sighed, "That was then, this is now! Nan City is a breeding ground for trouble. I can’t leave my department, and with the He Family here, my actions are restricted. I’m thinking of using the opportunity to support agricultural development in remote areas to also move the Old He Couple to Huai City. That way, Old He won’t be the subject of investigation or supervision, but rather a dedicated agricultural research worker."

Jiang Lifang was full of doubts, unsure whether this was good or bad.

"Going to Huai City, does that mean she can then be with Tiantian?" asked Jiang Lifang. "Shuping is so worried about her daughter that she can’t eat or sleep well."

"Possibly." Huo Zhekun said, "There are many mountains but little land there; if they can grow fruit trees, adapting strategies to local conditions, it would be a wise decision. The personnel at Huai City have submitted their requests, as you know, the authorities up north currently don’t have the capacity to deal with the affairs of Huai City, and they’ve kicked the ball down the chain, so I’m thinking of taking on the task."

"But wouldn’t this have a negative impact on the Old He Couple?" Jiang Lifang asked anxiously. "Old Huo, you can’t harm the Old He Couple! Our families have been neighbors for more than a decade, we have such a good relationship, and there’s also the matter of Yingjie and Tiantian’s marriage. You can’t be reckless!"

Huo Zhekun held his wife, smiling reassuringly, "Of course, I wouldn’t harm the He Family. I’m protecting them. Rather than being continually investigated in Nan City, it’s better for them to use their strengths and make their own contributions in Huai City. This way, the records of the Old He Couple will definitely be positive."

Feeling somewhat reassured by her husband’s words, although still cautious, Jiang Lifang said, "Old Huo, you should ask Old He first. If they don’t want to move, don’t force them!"

"Alright, I understand. I won’t force them," Huo Zhekun said. "Now, get some sleep, it’s late. I have a lot of work to do tomorrow!"

With her husband’s assurance, Jiang Lifang fell asleep, having completely forgotten that her husband had led her away from the topic, shifting from Tiantian and Yingjie to He Jingyu and Wang Shuping.

Huo Zhekun found an opportunity to discuss the matter with He Jingyu!

He Jingyu was taken aback and asked, "Do you want me to go?"

Their Agricultural Research Institute had also received a notice, hoping that they would demonstrate a spirit of dedication and volunteer. However, the notice had been issued for several days, and no one was willing to leave their hometown for a remote mountain region.

Huai City of An Province indeed had many mountains and the conditions were much harsher than in Su Province Nan City!

"I know conditions there are tough, but I’m suggesting this for your own good," Huo Zhekun explained. "First, the situation is unclear in Yanjing, and Nan City is also unstable; if you stay, you’ll definitely be affected. Second, if you volunteer to contribute in a place with harsh conditions, no one will be able to criticize your family’s overseas connections, making you, your wife, and even Tiantian very safe; lastly, Girl Tian is in TY County of Huai City! If you handle this well and get chosen for TY County, you’ll be able to see Tiantian often."

Huo Zhekun analyzed convincingly, and He Jingyu fell into deep thought.

He and his wife, despite being the most diligent and achieving the most in the Institute, would not be promoted due to that connection.

They had felt frustrated more than once but were helpless to change their situation.

"The reasons you’ve given are solid, and Huai City is more suited to my research compared to Nan City. Currently, the harvest from the fields is not enough even for food purposes, let alone growing fruit trees. Going to a place with more mountains could indeed yield results," said He Jingyu. "I’ll talk it over with Shuping when I get home. If she agrees, I’ll sign up at the unit."

"That’s good. The two of you discuss it properly," said Huo Zhekun. "Let me say a few more words to you in private. You must not let this information leak."

He Jingyu solemnly responded, "Tell me, I will keep it a secret."

"Nan City is greatly influenced by Yanjing, who knows what will happen in the future. In contrast, An Province is remote with many mountains and less land, under less scrutiny from Yanjing, which makes the situation easier to control. Once you’re there, you’ll certainly be safe. Trust me," Huo Zhekun said softly, explaining to He Jingyu to alleviate any concerns.

This had also been the result of discussions with his son and father before the new year.

He Jingyu nodded and said, "I believe you."

If Huo Zhekun wanted to deal with him, he wouldn’t have needed to go to such great lengths.

The atmosphere in Nan City felt a bit subtle to him, and leaving seemed like a very good choice.

After He Jingyu went back, he discussed Huo Zhekun’s suggestion with his wife, Wang Shuping.

Wang Shuping pondered for a moment and said, "Old He, let’s go!"

He Jingyu was surprised and asked, "Why are you so decisive this time?"

Wang Shuping gave a bitter smile and said, "For half a month now, I’ve felt uneasy at work, and the person responsible for monitoring and investigating me often appears unexpectedly behind me, scaring me several times. I think the situation may have changed; staying here won’t do us any good. Now that we can leave under the pretense of offering support, those people will no longer be able to investigate me out of thin air."

Wang Shuping was truly frightened; she didn’t want to live like this anymore.

If she could see her daughter in Huai City, that would be even better!

"If you hadn’t mentioned it, I would not have noticed, but I’ve been experiencing the same thing around me lately," He Jingyu suddenly realized. "It’s good we have Old Huo; otherwise, we really wouldn’t know how to get through this tough time!"

"Yes, let’s go and talk to Old Huo now," Wang Shuping urged, "We’ll agree tonight, and apply at work tomorrow!"

Even though Huo Zhekun and Jiang Lifang were reluctant to see them leave, they knew that Nan City was no longer suitable for them to stay. They could only wish them well in Huai City.

Once Wang Shuping got home, she locked up everything in the house to prevent theft.

As for the family heirlooms, they hid them in a very secret place that others would never think of. This time, going to Huai City, they weren’t planning to dig them up. They would leave them there until they returned to retrieve these items.

The house belonged to the He Family; the land use certificate bore He Jingyu’s name. As long as their family of three was alive, she wasn’t worried about anyone taking their courtyard.

The next morning, He Jingyu and Wang Shuping each applied to their respective units, responding to the call to go to Huai City.

The director of the Agricultural Research Institute was very pleased and on the spot commended their willingness to endure hardship and their spirit of devotion, adding an excellent comment to their files.

Moreover, they held a commendation meeting for the couple as models of excellence to inspire others to learn from the selfless spirit of He Jingyu and Wang Shuping.

He Jingyu received the transfer orders and was set to leave three days later.

Before leaving, they had to organize their luggage.

Initially, they were a bit nervous, but seeing the change in attitude from their unit towards them, they were completely reassured.

This decision was the right one.

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