285: Conversation between secretary and driver
Hearing Chen Yuqing's words, Lin Zifeng was momentarily stunned; he had actually forgotten about this matter.
As his parents, they had watched him grow up since he was a child. If they saw Chen Haotian, it would be difficult for them not to make certain connections.
Thus, Lin Zifeng was momentarily undecided. Seeing his expression, Chen Yuxi spoke up: "Hubby, Sister's concern is not without reason."
The fewer people who know about your relationship with Haotian, the better. Now is not the right time to let Mom and Dad know about this. Let's wait for another opportunity in the future!"
"Zifeng, Yuxi is right. How about this? Tonight, I'll have the driver look after Haotian first, and we'll just come back early then."
Chen Yuqing said in deep agreement.
Lin Zifeng nodded and said, "Alright then, we'll do as you both say."
After the three of them settled the matter and discussed the details, the two cars exited the Expressway one after the other.
In less than half an hour, the two cars drove into their Residential Community. Wang Zhongyu and the other two helped move things, carrying The two sisters' and the two children's belongings to the third and second floors respectively.
Lin Zifeng said to Wang Zhongyu and Li Qiang, "Zhongyu, Qiang Zi, you two go back and rest first. Just pick me up for work on time tomorrow."
The two of them agreed and went downstairs. On the way home as Li Qiang drove Wang Zhongyu, he constantly looked like he wanted to say something but hesitated, which caught Wang Zhongyu's attention.
"Qiang Zi, do you have something you want to say to me?"
"Brother Wang, I know you're like me—curious about certain things. But I also know these things shouldn't be asked about, nor should we be curious."
Although Li Qiang's words were ambiguous, Wang Zhongyu knew exactly what he was referring to, so he said, "Qiang Zi, just as you said, even if we are curious about some things, we must keep them to ourselves."
We cannot make wild guesses, and even more so, we cannot speak of our guesses to anyone, including each other.
We are the Secretary's Secretary and driver; we are the people closest to the Secretary and the ones he trusts the most.
The Secretary exhausts himself for the development of our Yushu County. As the people closest to and most trusted by him, what we can do is serve him well.
Any words disadvantageous to the Secretary must never come from our mouths. If anyone dares to spread rumors about the Secretary, we must spare no effort to stop them. Do you understand what I mean, Qiang Zi?"
"Brother Wang, I understand what you mean. I will absolutely never bring up this topic again."
Li Qiang said with a serious expression.
After Lin Zifeng and the others finished tidying up and saw that the time was about right, Chen Yuqing asked the female driver to help look after Chen Haotian, and the three of them headed downstairs carrying the children.
Lin Zifeng drove out of the Residential Community and headed towards the hotel reserved by Mr. and Mrs. Lin Jiahua.
Ten minutes later, Lin Zifeng parked the business van in front of the hotel. Mr. and Mrs. Lin Jiahua and Li Yuan had already arrived and were waiting at the hotel entrance.
After Lin Zifeng got out of the car, he first called out, "Dad, Mom, Xiao Yuan," before quickly opening the rear door.
The three of them gathered around. Chen Yuqing stepped out of the car first and hurriedly greeted them, "Hello Uncle, Auntie. Hello Xiao Yuan."
"Welcome to Yushu County, Yuqing," the couple said in unison. Li Yuan stepped forward, took one of Chen Yuqing's hands in both of hers, and said sweetly, "Hello, Sister Yuqing."
The Old Couple hurried forward. Zhang Chunhua impatiently took Ningning from Chen Yuxi's arms. While looking at the Little fellow in her arms, she said, "Old Lin, look quickly, our granddaughter has grown quite a bit again. She's looking at me and smiling!"
"I see it. Our granddaughter is getting prettier and more adorable."
Lin Jiahua nodded repeatedly, the Old Couple's eyes filled entirely with the adorable Little fellow.
Li Yuan walked up to Chen Yuxi and sweetly called her sister-in-law. Chen Yuxi smiled and nodded, patting Li Yuan's head before calling out, "Dad, Mom."
The couple acknowledged her, and Lin Jiahua said, "Let's not stand here talking. Let's head into the hotel!"
Everyone followed his suggestion and walked into the hotel. Throughout the meal, most of the Old Couple's attention was on Lin Yining.
Since Chen Yuxi was still in her breastfeeding period, she did not drink. Lin Zifeng, his father, and Chen Yuqing also drank only in moderation.
"Zifeng, Yuxi, you are both still young and have no experience raising children. Zifeng's work is so busy. Starting tomorrow, once Your Father and Xiao Yuan go to school and work, I'll go to your house to help you cook and look after the child.
Then in the evening, I'll go home to cook for Your Father and Xiao Yuan."
Zhang Chunhua said with a smile.
"Mom, it's too tiring for you to run back and forth. Raising a child is no easy task.
I've already arranged for the County Party Committee Office to find us a staff member with childcare experience to provide door-to-door service. She will start working at our home tomorrow morning.
You and Dad can come to see Ningning whenever you want; there's no need to work so hard."
Lin Zifeng said hurriedly.
"I almost forgot, with my son's current rank, he's already entitled to such benefits.
I'll listen to you, son. But since I have nothing to do at home alone, I can still go over often to lend a hand."
Zhang Chunhua nodded and said.
Everyone finished dinner happily and did not linger. Chen Yuxi drove and first sent Mr. and Mrs. Lin Jiahua and Li Yuan home before turning back to her own home.
The next morning, before seven o'clock, Zhao Delin arrived with a woman in her late thirties.
At this time, Lin Zifeng and Chen Yuxi had just finished breakfast. Delin hurriedly greeted them, "Good morning, Secretary. Good morning, Director Chen.
Sister Li, this is our Secretary Lin, and this is the Secretary's wife, Director Chen. Secretary, Director Chen, this is Comrade Li Li, who has extensive work experience."
The woman addressed as Sister Li hurriedly said with some constraint, "Hello, Secretary Lin. Hello, Director Chen."
"Hello, Sister Li. You'll be working at our home from now on. Don't be so constrained and nervous; just treat this place as your own home."
Lin Zifeng said very amiably.
"Sister Li, come over and sit! Let's have a good chat. Don't be nervous. Zifeng, you entertain Director Zhao."
Li Li walked over as told. Lin Zifeng agreed and then looked at Zhao Delin, saying, "Director Zhao, it's about time. Let's go to work together!"
Zhao Delin agreed and walked out the door with Lin Zifeng.
Chen Yuqing explained some precautions to Li Li and brought Lin Yining out in a stroller, telling her about some of the Little fellow's habits, before adding: "Sister Li, Ningning will need a lot of your care from now on.
My mother-in-law will also come over to lend a hand when she's free, and so will I. Let's manage this home well together."
"Director Chen, you're too kind. This is all part of my duty."
Li Li said hurriedly.
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