[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio":3,"chapter-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-149":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rich in the 70s: I Made a Rugged Veteran a Millionaire",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},890886,1166,"Chapter 149: Off to the Provincial Capital Again","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-149",149,"\u003Cp>Shen Que held Jiang Cheng’s hand, feeling the stark contrast with his own rough touch, and a blush quickly crept up his neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Yet he was somewhat reluctant to let go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Seeing this, Jiang Cheng mischievously moved his fingers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que’s face turned completely red.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng thought, he’s already my boyfriend, so it’s quite reasonable to hold hands a little longer, right?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>So they kept holding hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them chatted and chatted again.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng discovered that Shen Que was really outstanding.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From his conversation, Jiang Cheng learned that Shen Que had self-taught a lot of mechanical knowledge.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The conversation went on until after eleven at night, and both of their stomachs started growling.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que quickly stood up, looked at Jiang Cheng, and asked:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Shall we eat roasted potatoes?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng nodded.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two of them sat in front of the stove pit, lit a fire with tree branches, each guarding one side, warming their hands while continuing to chat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The aroma of the potatoes wafted out as they chatted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que used a stick to scoop them out, peeling them with sizzling heat.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After peeling, he stuck a chopstick in the middle and handed it to Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng took it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each of them had a potato, dipped in chili powder, eating deliciously.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Unaware, both of their mouths turned black.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>You laugh at me, I tease you.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng was full after half a potato, and Shen Que happily took it and finished it.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After eating and drinking their fill, they washed hands, brushed teeth, carried a bit of reluctance and nostalgia, each went home, slept.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The next morning, Jiang Cheng got up early to catch a train.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Holding a big box of dumplings packed by Grandma Shen, Shen Que carried the luggage, riding a bicycle, resting one foot on the ground, waiting for Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’m off, I’ll bring you gifts when I return!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng sat on the bicycle’s rear seat, with soft sponge tied on the back by Shen Que, feeling very comfortable.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Without hesitation, Jiang Cheng hugged Shen Que’s waist, making Shen Que shiver a bit, slightly stiff.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng deliberately pinched Shen Que’s waist.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A bit firm, feels like abs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que couldn’t see Jiang Cheng’s colorful smile from behind.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng smiled blissfully: Future family’s, no need to feel shy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Someone’s coming!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With Shen Que’s words, Jiang Cheng promptly released her arms.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Both of them acted more proper than the other, as if no one could tell someone was just teasing abs.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After the person passed, Jiang Cheng simply lay on Shen Que’s back, muffling a laugh.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"It’s like we’re sneaky!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Clearly we’re openly in love.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que also laughed speechlessly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In over half an hour, with boundless energy, Shen Que delivered Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng urged Shen Que to head back quickly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You’re a director, hurry back.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll leave after finding Principal Wang and Manager Guo for you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Carrying the luggage, using his tall view, Shen Que quickly spotted the two groups.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once Principal Wang and Manager Guo saw Jiang Cheng and Shen Que approaching, their gazes fell on Shen Que.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Principal Wang: It’s fine, aware to send someone off.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Manager Guo: Didn’t let Jiang Cheng carry luggage, nice.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After placing things properly, Shen Que instructed Jiang Cheng: \"Did you memorize the phone numbers and address I gave you?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Memorized.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If anything comes up, find them, don’t be shy, life-and-death friendships.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng nodded, Shen Que continued speaking.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Brought the train ticket?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Got enough money?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ticket enough?\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Keep them secure, don’t get stolen.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>If meeting bad guys, protect yourself first...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>And so on.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Principal Wang couldn’t listen anymore.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Shen, hurry leave!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng not deceiving others is a good thing, fear getting deceived away!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Really worrying for nothing.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>It’s not that Shen Que didn’t understand, he just couldn’t rest assured.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng had Principal Wang watch the luggage, pulling Shen Que aside.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll take good care of myself, you need to prep the bed in my room, buy some coal for me, I also want some cotton, wish to make a cotton coat, still don’t have one.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng suddenly assigned Shen Que several tasks, instantly occupying his mind, remembering each one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Go rest assured, when you’re back, I’ll have it all done.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng looked at Shen Que with admiring eyes, both hands shaking Shen Que’s large hands.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wow! Director Shen is amazing!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que giggled, mildly proud and a bit foolish.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>From afar, Principal Wang shook his head speechlessly: That big fool surely got tricked by Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Manager Guo: Can’t deny, those two are quite a match. Look how Shen Que’s been coaxed by Jiang Cheng, like he’s barely worth much!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que finally left, Jiang Cheng shifted back to normal instantly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Your own man, you coax, no problem!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The group stood together.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The night school, including Principal Wang, totaled seven people.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>One teacher and five students, not counting Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Xinhua Bookstore only had Manager Guo and Zhao Chengde.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng knew everyone; wherever she was, there was no awkwardness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>When it was time to board, the group squeezed onto the train on schedule and effort.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Still hard seats, at least there’s a seat to sit.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>On the train, Jiang Cheng opened the lunch box.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen prepared a lot, one for each and still plenty leftover, she ate a bit extra herself.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Along the way, everyone took out some seeds, peanuts, chatted, slept, drank water, the nine hours passed slow and painful.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The play, chat, eat, drink couldn’t alleviate at all.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Truly numb from feet to neck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Finally off the train, the buses were gone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Their group had to walk to the hostel.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Night school’s event first, bookstore’s commendation later, so they chose a location closer to the provincial night school.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After completing check-in formalities, Jiang Cheng bunked with a female classmate.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Rested early, there’s serious business tomorrow.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Next morning, Principal Wang led everyone to have breakfast at the state restaurant.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After eating well, night school folks headed to the provincial night school.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Night school joint exam, provincial forty-eight city and county night schools all participating.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>At provincial night school entrance, red banners were hung: Welcome all city and county night schools.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Principal Wang led students inside, handling formalities, obtaining exam proof.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng didn’t participate, but before coming here she sent several practice exercises to her night school classmates.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The participants were quite excited, hoping to achieve good scores.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Five classmates entered the exam room, the outside people suddenly reduced by more than two-thirds.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With fewer people, visibility was much improved.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A woman ran over to Jiang Cheng, surprised and shouted: Jiang Cheng!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng turned her head, also surprised.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Ma Chunhua.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The pregnant woman who she and other night school folks together helped during the train derailment.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her daughter even wrote her a letter.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Yes! It’s me! You still remember me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Chunhua stepped forward, Jiang Cheng also walked over.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course I remember, unforgettable for a lifetime.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I feel the same, if it weren’t for you, how could I stand here.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The two exchanged greetings.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng found out Ma Chunhua was a teacher at C City’s night school, here to lead the team for exams.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Wait, write me an address, I’ll find you after finishing here, treat you to a meal.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng declined, but Ma Chunhua insisted.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Ma Chunhua bent over to find paper and pen, lifting her hair.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s eyes locked onto the birthmark behind Ma Chunhua’s ear.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Crescent birthmark...\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The daughter of old Ma also had a crescent birthmark.\u003C\u002Fp>",1266,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.787Z",1,"novelbin.me","ebee79d42b36a5a90df306f61d6622f57a6900a88007bea223ae9996dfe4bdfe","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-261","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-148",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]