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Chapter 1108: Chapter 1108: Borrowing a Boat
With the help of Gu Ersheng, this time, they sent the purple stone back.
The person in charge of maritime transport here knew Yuanyuan. Six years ago, when something happened here, he also went along and saw this calm and intimidating woman.
"Minister Su."
Yuanyuan smiled and nodded, "Hello, comrade."
She had no impression of this person.
"I wonder what brings Minister Su here?" The man beside her was that one? This couple is really well-matched.
"Comrade. I would like to borrow a boat for a few nights, we’ll sail it ourselves."
Liu Guangzhi was a bit troubled. If something happens again, he couldn’t bear the responsibility.
"Minister Su. You can use the boat, but someone must be on board to sail it."
Yuanyuan also knew this was quite a difficulty for them. "We don’t need that."
Liu Guangzhi furrowed his brows but eventually agreed. Now they were negotiating with him, and if they later issued a direct order, he would have to agree anyway. It was better to just agree promptly.
"Alright then, Mr. Liu, you can start preparing. We will come to pick up the boat the night after tomorrow."
In fact, according to the intention of their father and son, using the Flying Boat would have sufficed.
But Yuanyuan had considered more, and thought it’s better to borrow a boat and take the formal route.
Besides, they didn’t know what kind of commotion might ensue.
Having arranged things here, the couple didn’t return home but went shopping. Every year, they would send some local sea products back to Zhao Yanli.
This time, the two went out shopping, primarily for dried goods. This way, there wouldn’t be a problem with transportation.
It was still a bag full of dried shrimp and shrimp skins. Just like every year, this year they also found dried fish and brought some back.
They arranged everything in the morning, and the two returned just in time for lunch. It was truly a sumptuous meal. This time, Master Li even made two flavors, one of which was spicy, and it was really addictive.
Even Yuanyuan ate more than usual. Several elderly people watched the family of five enjoying their food so much, eager to try, but were stopped, as their age made their stomachs weaker.
Shao Chuqing and his sibling just honestly ate on the side. Even though Shao Huade didn’t like them, they were still his grandchildren. If they wanted to stay, they could stay.
In families like theirs, they naturally knew about Yuanyuan and her family, and there was a sense of envy in their eyes. A young woman being as incredible as she is.
Shao Chuqing wondered if she could become someone like that? If so, could she also have such a top-grade man and outstanding children?
The old folks were all happy and didn’t want to take a nap in the afternoon. It was only at Yuanyuan’s suggestion to go out and look around in the afternoon at two that they agreed. It was too hot at present.
Thus, they coaxed the five elders back for their noon rest.
Shao Chuqing and her brother returned to the room with their grandfather.
"Grandpa, I also want to become someone as excellent."
The reason Shao Huade didn’t like them was because he didn’t like their mother.
Now that his grandchildren had grown up and came over for certain reasons, he was still happy inside.
"Chuqing, you have to put in a lot more effort to become someone like that, and there’s only one Yuanyuan in this world."
"Grandpa, I also want to go to the Foreign Liaison Department."
"Chuqing, with your grades, it’s impossible to get in. The secretaries there aren’t ordinary people, and even becoming the third secretary who can eventually be a leader isn’t easy.
I know what you two are thinking. Actually, I always believe that no matter where you are, as long as you have the ambition, you can succeed just as well,
Your dad arranged quite a good job for you two. People are most feared of having their eyes too high but skills too low.
Being my grandchildren, if you have any thoughts, just speak up. If I can arrange things for you, I will.
However, Xiaoqin mentioned wanting to join the Foreign Liaison Department, that’s something I can’t manage. If you really want it, you can sign up for the exam. Experience it yourself."
The siblings exchanged a glance, realizing that the older ginger was indeed spicier, and their little schemes couldn’t get past him.
Shao Chuchun spoke first, "Grandpa, I don’t want to go to the electrical factory. I don’t want to go to an office either; I want to enlist."
Shao Huade nodded, "I was thinking the same at first, but your parents disagreed.
Chuchun, you’re already an adult, and you need to think things through carefully. How would your parents feel about your decision? You are the man of the house and need to support the family."
"Grandpa, I really want to give it a try."
"Chuchun, I can handle this matter, but I need your parents to agree, and they need to call me and clear things up before I can arrange it for you.
I still say this: your parents raised you with difficulty. If they oppose, there must be a reason. Don’t make them sad or disappointed."
Shao Chuchun sighed, "My parents definitely won’t agree."
"I’ve said it, if they disagree, they have their reasons. If you think you won’t regret it, go talk to them.
If then you think their reasons are valid, then go to work with peace of mind.
If you believe their reasons aren’t right, discuss it with them."
Shao Chuchun sighed again, "But we won’t be able to reason with each other."
"If that’s the case, then listen to your parents obediently. I’ve made it clear to you that if they’re against it, there must be logic behind it. You might not get it now, but it’s definitely for your own good.
You might think it’s delaying your prospects, but try putting yourself in their shoes."
Shao Chuqing observed her brother’s disheartened demeanor. She knew he had lost all hope.
"Grandpa, I just want to go to the Foreign Liaison Department."
"Then you go sign up for the exam." This granddaughter’s ambition was indeed not small, but does she have the brains for it?
"Grandpa, when can you register for the Foreign Liaison Department?"
"I don’t know either; let me ask Minister Su."
Shao Chuqing smiled and nodded, "Grandpa. Minister Su is a hero in my heart."
Shao Huade nodded. Now that the children were grown and had their thoughts, admiring Xiao Su was a good thing.
In the afternoon, Yuanyuan and her family, along with the five elders and the Shao siblings, strolled in the outdoor playground, where the three children played basketball.
It wasn’t really something challenging for them.
Shao Huade led the two children to Yuanyuan.
"Xiao Su, these are my grandson Shao Chuchun and granddaughter Shao Chuqing."
Yuanyuan smiled and nodded in greeting.
"Xiao Su. When is the recruitment exam for the Foreign Liaison Department?"
"By the end of the year. Why! Do you two have thoughts about it?"
Shao Chuqing nodded excitedly.
Yuanyuan nodded. "Let me ask a few questions."
Shao Chuqing couldn’t answer a single question.
"Shao Chuqing. You’re not suited for it. You don’t even have the basics."
Shao Chuqing was stunned now. She thought she definitely could do it. She didn’t expect to be hit like this.
"It would be a waste of time for both of us if you signed up.
If you like it that much, you should just study more. You don’t know any foreign language, do you? How can you not know a foreign language in the Foreign Liaison Department? Moreover, your general knowledge about the country is lacking."