HLnovel Chapter 53 Good News
Chapter 53 Good News
Zhao Yuan walked out of County Magistrate Yang Xilai's office.
During this trip, Zhao Yuan unexpectedly bought his beloved painting in Beijing, received the good news that Zhou Jiefang would soon be reinstated as a student, obtained a work permit from the Central Translation Bureau, and his fireworks gift boxes received high praise from foreign merchants. With these wonderful wishes in mind, he embarked on his journey home. His mood was as bright as the sunshine outside the car window, and his face was filled with a happy smile. He wanted to share these good news with his loved one as soon as possible.
Sitting in the car, Zhao Yuan was lost in thought. He recalled every moment he had known Zhou Jiefang, and the hardships Zhou Jiefang had endured as an educated youth over the years. He knew what this news meant to Zhou Jiefang, and he was genuinely happy to be able to bring this good news back in person.
The scenery outside the car window was picturesque, but he had no heart to appreciate it. He imagined Zhou Jiefang returning to school, Wilson's first visit to Jinyang County, Lin Fangfang's various possible reactions upon learning he had spent 1000 yuan on the painting, and the moment he received his first sales commission on fireworks. Although he hadn't lacked money in his previous life, he was truly short of it in this one. Thinking of this, his emotions surged even more. He knew this was just a new beginning, and many more challenges and opportunities awaited him in the future.
As the car bumped along, Zhao Yuan's thoughts drifted far away. The car soon arrived at Daguang Commune. He stood up, stretched, and got off the car carrying his heavy bag.
I went to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy some food and then went home.
At the village entrance, Zhao Yuan ran into Zhao San.
"Zhaoyuan, you're like a completely different person. I haven't seen you for days. You raise so many pigs, why did you hire an outsider to take care of them, especially such a handsome man? Can he even raise pigs? Aren't you afraid your wife will run off with someone else?"
Zhao San's smile was lewd.
"You can't expect anything good to come out of your mouth. You think everyone is like you, with a mind full of nonsense? You're just judging others by your own petty standards. He's a top student from Peking University, and he raises pigs better than you. If you're not convinced, go and see how he raises pigs."
Zhao Yuan retorted to Zhao San in an annoyed tone.
“That’s true. I went to check it out myself, and the work was really well done! Hey, Zhaoyuan, how about we brothers have a good meal tonight? It’s been quite a while since we’ve had a proper drink together! And I’ve also heard that you’ve been having a lucky streak lately, making quite a bit of money! How about we all join in and make a little fortune together?” Zhao San said, following closely behind Zhaoyuan.
"I'm really sorry, brother, it's really not convenient today. How about this, let's invite Jieyuan and Li Dawen tomorrow, and we brothers can get together. After all, I just got home today, and I have some very important things to take care of." Zhaoyuan quickly explained.
"Oh my, so you miss Fangfang! Seeing how anxious you are, you probably can't wait to 'sharpen your knives and prepare to slaughter the pigs and sheep' tonight! Haha, but I understand how you feel. Okay, it's set for tomorrow night! No backing out, okay?" Zhao Sanyi's sly and lewd appearance made him look extremely lewd.
Zhao Yuan ignored Zhao San and walked quickly home alone.
The door to the house was open.
Lin Fangfang was sweeping the floor in the main room, while Zhao Nana was sleeping in her sleeping basket.
"Fangfang, I'm back."
Zhao Yuan said.
"Brother Yuan, you're back."
As soon as Lin Fangfang saw Zhao Yuan, she happily dropped the broom and ran over to take the bag from Zhao Yuan's hand.
Hearing the noise, Zhou Jiefang also came over from the pigpen.
"Brother Zhao, you're back."
"Yes, liberation! Hurry, hurry! Come over here right now, I have some super exciting news to tell you!"
Upon seeing Zhou Jiefang, Zhao Yuan's face beamed with undisguised joy. He excitedly remarked that this news was the best and most exciting thing in the world.
"Your reinstatement as a student has been finalized! You're on the list of those being reinstated, and the leadership has already signed off on it! You should receive official notification soon!"
Lin Fangfang thoughtfully handed him a glass of water. Zhao Yuan took the glass, took a small sip, and continued speaking:
"Also, your parents' transfer orders to return to the city have been sent out, and they should be able to return to Beijing soon! It's just a pity that your brother's situation hasn't been properly resolved yet, but according to Gong Xianjin, it shouldn't be delayed for too long."
Hearing this, Zhou Jiefang was visibly moved, and responded in a slightly hoarse and trembling voice:
"Thank you, Brother Zhao..."
At this moment, his heart was filled with gratitude and emotion, and his eyes gradually welled up with tears.
Zhao Yuan patted Zhou Jiefang on the shoulder and comforted him:
"Jiefang, I'm truly happy for you! This time, all your hardships have finally come to an end! So, let's not worry about anything else tonight. Let your older brother keep you company tonight. We have to have a good drink together and forget all those worries. From now on, everything will go smoothly and get better and better!"
"Fangfang, cook breakfast early. I bought meat and wine. Tonight, I'm going to drink with Jiefang until we drop. This is fantastic news, we must celebrate!"
Zhao Yuan then spoke to Lin Fangfang.
"Okay, Brother Yuan. Congratulations on your liberation."
Lin Fangfang said.
"Thank you, Brother Zhao, thank you, Sister Fangfang. You've helped me so much and trusted me so much. You're the people who have given me the most warmth in the past few years here. I'm really grateful to you."
Zhou Jiefang's eyes were already filled with tears, and he turned his head away.
"Liberation, you're welcome. Today is a great day, so let's not be sad. I still have a lot of things I need your help with, and I'll have to trouble you to help me before I go back."
Zhao Yuan patted Zhou Jiefang's shoulder gently again.
“Okay, as long as Brother Zhao gives the order, I will do my best. Let’s go check if the fermented feed is ready. I’ve been using it for two days and I feel it’s fine. The pigs are eating more. A few days ago, I went to the commune’s veterinarian Wen and asked him. He lent me a book on the observation and treatment of common pig diseases. I checked it and our pigs are quite healthy.”
Zhou Jiefang's eyes light up whenever he talks about pig farming.
The two walked towards the pigsty.
"Hmm, this pigsty doesn't smell at all."
Zhao Yuan said.
The two walked to the front of the large vat, and Zhou Jiefang opened the lid of the vat, which contained fermented pig feed.
“Brother Zhao, look, I think this pig feed is fermented very well. The pigs prefer to eat this kind of feed. I tried feeding the pigs the feed you bought last time, but they obviously don’t like it as much.”
Zhou Jiefang said.
“Brother Zhao, I think two large vats aren’t enough. If the pigs grow a little bigger, I’m afraid two large vats of pig feed will be finished in just a few days. But now that it’s getting to summer, the fermentation time will be shorter, so it might still be enough. But as winter approaches, it definitely won’t be enough.”
Zhou Jiefang continued.
"Yes, I've thought about that too. Pigs fed this fermented feed grow faster and have better immunity. We'll go get two more large vats in the next few days and install them."
Zhao Yuan said.
"Okay, Brother Zhao."
“Then it’s decided.” Zhao Yuan patted Zhou Jiefang on the shoulder. “By the way, Jiefang, didn’t you say that the commune’s veterinarian lent you a book about pig diseases? Lin Fangfang and I will study it too. It’s always good to learn more.”
“I’ve finished reading the book and returned to veterinary medicine, but don’t worry, I’ve copied down all the useful parts of the book. I’ve also recorded all my insights from this period of time, including my observations and reactions to the pigs. This should be helpful to you and Sister Fangfang. When Secretary Tian came last time, I also asked him some questions. After he went back, he got some materials from his school and asked Gong Xianjin to send them to me. I will leave these materials with you.”
Zhou Jiefang said.
"That's great."
Zhao Yuan said.