Rebirth in the 50s: The Couple with the Hidden Space-Chapter 690 - 565: Application for Transfer

That night, Lin Aiguo had a good sleep. Waking up early and listening to the sound of pigeon whistles outside, he found it lively and melodious, like magpies heralding good news.

After breakfast, on his way to work, he pondered his plans carefully. The issue of the transfer had been on his mind for a long time.

Ever since the Gu Family affair broke out, he had been paying attention to transfer news. No one understood Zhou Xiaozheng better than him; he was not a tiger lying in wait but a hungry wolf.

Working under such a person had advantages and disadvantages. He would protect you, but you had to keep him pleased; otherwise, you wouldn’t know how you might end.

As soon as Lin Aidang entered the office, he dug out an envelope from a deep drawer, stared at it for a while, and then stood up resolutely, taking it out the door.

Lu Yifeng was not surprised when he saw the application on the table. With Zhou Xiaozheng gone, he estimated there were still plenty of matters to deal with, but as the second in command, he was bound to serve Brother Zheng.

He scrutinized Lin Aiguo, remained silent for a moment, and softly asked, "There’s a spot at the Cheng City Military District now, but coming back will be more troublesome once you go. Want to wait until Brother Zheng comes back, and you two discuss it?"

Lin Aidang shook his head, "I intentionally came to you while he’s away. Let’s not make it difficult for him. He’s already protected me once, stepping in again won’t look good. Don’t publicize this, once it’s done, I’ll take my wife and leave."

Lu Yifeng lowered his gaze, hiding a gleam, and smiled, nodding, "Alright, I’ll take the risk of being reprimanded by Brother Zheng and let you have your wish this time. But leaving now is also a good thing."

"Thanks."

"What’s to thank? Who made us comrades through thick and thin for over a decade? Consider it again after you go back; you can come by before the end of work to take it away at any time. Go back first."

Watching him leave with light steps, Lu Yifeng sighed. Damn, what a loss, considering that old spendthrift mother. Even with merits of saving all humanity, it wouldn’t be enough to offset.

As Lu Yifeng’s feelings of reluctance toward his comrade faded away, he thought of that old, wicked woman. Being able to leave early is also good; if it weren’t for Brother Zheng speaking for him, even being demoted and transferred wouldn’t be a big deal, let alone a lateral transfer.

After handling the matters, Lin Aiguo felt relieved knowing he could leave at any time. He didn’t plan to tell the old man the news now, intending to explain once he obtained the transfer documents.

However, he felt a bit guilty and uneasy. Just after finishing work and leaving the unit, he didn’t rush home but went to see the old man instead.

Unexpectedly, he hadn’t yet reached the sanatorium when he met the old man at the gate, dressed formally and heading out with Lin Aidang’s family. Seeing them all cheerful and joyful, he was quite surprised.

Mr. Lin cheerfully waved to him, "Get in the car with me, let’s first go see Victory’s two brothers’ courtyard. Help me check what needs repairing."

Lin Aiguo glanced at Lin Aidang’s family with surprise, then looked at the old man and asked, "Is there someone in mind for marriage?"

"No such luck, first prepare the house, so when there’s someone, they can marry immediately. Help the two brothers find suitable families; they can’t delay any longer."

Hearing the old man mention marriage, Lin Aiguo suddenly thought of his own son being of similar age to the second brother’s youngest son. He had indeed forgotten to ask if his own son had a partner.

"Do your old friends have suitable daughters? I heard the Lu Family has quite a few daughters, right?"

Lin Aidang looked speechlessly at the old man, doubting if the old man was senile. With Old Lu’s family status, how could his two nephews match up? 𝒇𝓻𝓮𝓮𝙬𝙚𝒃𝒏𝓸𝙫𝒆𝙡.𝓬𝓸𝒎

"Get in the car first. You two brothers come with me, the rest hurry to take the bus."

Lin Aiguo had no objections and leaned back to look out the window after getting in the car.

Mr. Lin, unwilling to give up, said, "The Lu Family’s youngest daughter is graduating this year. I hear she’s beautiful and gracious, with excellent writing skills, renowned along with Zhou Jiao as the twin lilies of Beijing. Have you seen that girl?"

Lin Aiguo shook his head, "No chance. I heard she has a partner, a classmate, and they’re getting married right after graduation. Old Lu is already preparing the dowry."

Mr. Lin sighed in disappointment and continued to ask, "Which family is the partner from?"

"Not very clear, he didn’t say, and nobody asked. It’s mainly either an extremely outstanding child or a well-matched family."

After speaking, Lin Aiguo intentionally or unintentionally mentioned, "Uncle Yi has been looking for a partner for his oldest grandson these past two years, heard they fancy a military doctor."

Mr. Lin shook his head, "I know about it. That girl won’t do; her face suggests she’ll bring bad luck to a husband. He’s gone senile."

If Zhang Guoqing were here, he would definitely give a thumbs up! Indeed, by normal standards, she’d be unlucky for her husband.

After such words from the old man, Lin Aiguo lost interest in continuing the conversation. His intention was not to pick on others, tangled in a situation between high and low. Marry a virtuous wife, that’s enough.

The old man didn’t mention his own son, so he enjoyed playing dumb.

The car stopped at the entrance of an alley in the east of the city amid idle chat.

The father and two sons got off along with the driving guard, startling the playing children who paused for a moment and quickly sneaked to follow for a closer look at the spectacle when they saw four people in military uniforms enter the alley.

Lin Aidang led his father and brother, stopping at the last door of a narrow alley, and unlocking it with a key.

The group went in and closed the door, standing in the yard; Mr. Lin surveyed the surroundings, "Though there’s only one entrance, the yard is quite big, enough for your family."

Entering the main room, he knocked on the door, then tapped the wooden frames on the windows, "The material is decent. But if we are to repair, it would require spending some money."

Lin Aidang laughed and said, "Repair what? Once the two brothers get married, just repaint the side rooms. I’ve verified the roof tiles have been newly repaired."

After examining, Lin Aiguo asked, "Who has been living here these past years?"

"The kids’ mom had her brother help manage; I’m not so clear on the specifics."

Lin Aiguo glanced at him, secretly sighing. Judging by the remaining women’s items in the house, he suspected the courtyard had been loaned by his little brother to Jiang the Youngest as a licentious lair for his exiled brother-in-law.

Nonetheless, he didn’t voice it, as the matter had already happened, mentioning it felt nasty.

Mr. Lin’s gaze flickered and instructed the elder son, "Get someone to tidy it up well; don’t skimp on this spending. Don’t let others manage it in the future; have the family’s aunt come often to clean."

Haha... Aunt Lin might end up crying. Caring for a paralyzed old lady while tending to their entire family’s daily needs might overwhelm her.

"Alright, I’ll mention it to the kids’ mom later."

Jiang Jiangyu proudly brought four children over that moment, deliberately pausing at the door before pushing it open to enter. As they stepped in, her voice rang out, "Dad, what do you think? It’s a pity you can’t buy the courtyards in Houhai; otherwise, that place is better."

Lin Aiguo, shocked by her ignorant words, looked down suppressing a laugh. Houhai? Why don’t you buy the Imperial Palace? He wanted to buy that area too, but unfortunately, all were three to five-entry courtyards unaffordable with mere salaries.

"This place is also nice."

Jiang Jiangyu listened, and proudly said, "That’s right; can’t compare with those above but better than those below. No way to compare with the eldest brother-in-law’s big courtyard, but it’s definitely better than the little sister’s."

Just after her words fell, Lin Dingsheng quickly tugged at her sleeve.

Indeed, hearing that, everyone fell silent. No harm without comparison, pointed out like this, even Mr. Lin’s expression grew unpleasant.