Chapter 154: Quick Transmigration: Film & Television Multiverse Chapter 34 — Sour, Sweet, Bitter, Spicy

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Protagonist:

Lin Hao

So, the moment he saw Lin Hao, Zhou's father tightly gripped Lin Hao's hand and said with a face full of gratitude, "Lin Hao, I really must thank you properly! The help you've given our Bingkun and his wife, I've seen it all and kept it in my heart. If it weren't for you, how could they have today, get into university — this truly changed their destiny for a lifetime."

Lin Hao smiled and replied, "Uncle Zhou, what are you saying? Bingkun and I are good brothers; helping out is only right. Besides, they worked very hard themselves."

After the two chatted a few more sentences of everyday talk, the topic turned to Zhou's father's work arrangement. Lin Hao knew well that with the children all in university, the family indeed needed an elder nearby to look after things, and Zhou's father had worked away for many years — it was time he enjoyed some peace and comfort.

Thus, at Lin Hao's sincere suggestion, Zhou's father considered seriously for a while and finally agreed to apply for a transfer back after the New Year.

He thought that even if it meant early retirement, he would not hesitate; he could not let his own work hold back the children's university studies — he had to let the children study with peace of mind.

Zhou's father patted his chest and said, "Lin Hao, you're right. The children need me by their side right now; I can't stay out there any longer. After the New Year I'll go handle the paperwork, strive to come back early, and help keep an eye on things at home."

Hearing this, Lin Hao felt deeply relieved and said, "Uncle Zhou, that's the way. Once you're back, the house will surely be livelier, and the children can study with more peace of mind."

Just like that, in a harmonious atmosphere, Zhou's father and Lin Hao settled these matters, both looking forward with anticipation to future days being even more smooth and satisfactory.

The festive atmosphere of the New Year permeated every street and alley; every household was immersed in the joy of reunion.

Lin Hao wasn't idle either; he deliberately picked an auspicious day, prepared meticulous gifts, and with a slightly nervous yet expectant heart went to pay a visit to Zhang Yumei's parents.

Zhang Yumei's parents had by now already returned to the city.

Upon seeing the two elders, Lin Hao first respectfully presented the gifts, then sincerely and with a touch of bashfulness stated his purpose for coming.

Lin Hao wore a smile, his eyes revealing determination and deep affection, and said to Zhang Father and Zhang Mother, "Uncle, Auntie, today I've come not only to wish you a Happy New Year, but there's also a particularly important matter I want to tell you both. Yumei and I have always had a very good relationship, and I've determined she is the person I want to spend my life with, so I want to marry Yumei after the Spring Festival. School registration is in March — there's still enough time, and we can arrange the wedding properly."

The moment Zhang Father and Zhang Mother heard this, delighted smiles appeared on their faces.

They had long had a very good impression of this young man Lin Hao, feeling he was steady, kind-hearted, and moreover extremely caring toward Zhang Yumei.

Now hearing Lin Hao's sincere words, in their hearts they were naturally satisfied in ten thousand ways.

Although Zhang Yumei's parents had returned to the city smoothly, to this day they still hadn't secured work arrangements. On top of that, Zhang Father's health had never been too good; the days of rustication in the countryside left his body with quite a few ailments, and he still needed proper recuperation.

So for now they were living in a sanatorium, convenient for treatment and recuperation.

Lin Hao continued, "Uncle, Auntie, please don't worry — work matters will always get arranged. Right now the most important thing is to recuperate your health properly. It just so happens I know a bit of medical arts; from now on I'll come often to help regulate your bodies, striving to get Uncle's health back on track as soon as possible."

Hearing Lin Hao's words, Zhang Father and Zhang Mother were moved to the core, feeling this son-in-law was truly the right choice.

Zhang Mother smiled and said, "Oh my, Xiao Lin, that you can think this way makes us truly too happy. Yumei finding such a good destination as you puts our minds at ease."

Zhang Father also nodded in agreement at the side and said, "Yes, Xiao Lin, from now on we'll be troubling you. Our bodies indeed need proper recuperation; with you here, our hearts are much more at ease."

Just like that, in a warm and harmonious atmosphere, Lin Hao and Zhang Yumei's marriage received Zhang Father and Zhang Mother's approval, and everyone looked forward with joy to the upcoming wedding after the Spring Festival.

The New Year is originally a day of family reunion and bustling liveliness, but for Zhou Bingyi it carried a thread of hidden worry.

As expected, even though he kept fretting in his heart, thinking he could dodge his parents' urging-to-have-children topic, in the end he still couldn't avoid it.

The whole family sat around together, eating the New Year's Eve dinner, laughter and cheerful voices unceasing.

Zhou's father looked at Zhou Bingyi and Hao Dongmei, and his mind once again turned to the matter of holding a grandson, so he smiled and opened his mouth: "Bingyi, you and Dongmei have been married for a while now — when will you give us a big fat grandson? Look, Bingkun already has a son."

Hearing this, Zhou Bingyi's heart gave a "thump," and the smile on his face instantly became somewhat forced.

He secretly glanced at Hao Dongmei, only to see Hao Dongmei also wearing a face of helplessness and embarrassment.

Zhou Bingyi knew clearly in his heart that this matter would have to be made clear to his parents sooner or later; keeping it hidden like this wasn't a solution. So he took a deep breath, mustered courage, and said to Zhou's father, "Dad, actually... actually I was injured when I was in Xinjiang, and this injury affected our ability to have children, so we still haven't conceived to this day."

Zhou's father heard this and immediately widened his eyes, his face full of shock and worry, hurriedly asking, "What? Injured? Is it serious? How come we never heard you mention it?"

Zhou Bingyi hurriedly explained, "Dad, don't worry. Before we were afraid you and Mom would be anxious, so we didn't dare tell you. But now there's good news — Lin Hao already has a method, and I'm currently undergoing his treatment. Lin Hao's medical skills are extremely formidable; we believe there'll be good news very soon."

Zhou's father heard it was Lin Hao helping again, and his heart was truly a mix of five flavors, not knowing what to say.

He both felt heartache for his son and daughter-in-law's ordeal and was filled with gratitude for Lin Hao's enthusiastic help.

After being stunned for a good while, Zhou's father slowly said, "Oh my, Bingyi, you child, such a big thing — why didn't you say so earlier? Thank goodness for Lin Hao; he truly is our family's great benefactor, able to help with anything. You two must cooperate well with the treatment, strive to let us hold a grandson soon."

Zhou Bingyi nodded repeatedly in response: "Dad, rest assured, we'll definitely cooperate well, and we also hope to give you and Mom a grandson soon."

Hao Dongmei also said at the side with a red face: "Yes, Dad, we're all hoping. Lin Hao's treatment is very effective; believe there'll be good news before long."

Once these words were spoken, although the somewhat awkward urging-to-have-children situation was temporarily eased, Zhou's father's heart still kept dwelling on this matter, only hoping Lin Hao could truly work miracles and let his son and daughter-in-law conceive soon, fulfilling his wish to hold a grandson.