After paying New Year's greetings to his eldest brother and second brother, Zhou Ziwen went to Zhou Chaoyang's house alone again, planning to go to Uncle Zhou's house with Zhou Chaoyang to pay New Year's greetings.
When he arrived at Zhou Chaoyang’s home, his parents were also there.
Zhou Ziwen also knew almost everything about Zhou Chaoyang’s family background.
His father is an official soldier. Zhou Ziwen doesn't know much about the specific position, but the level is not low anyway.
His mother is the director of the subdistrict office and is also very powerful.
But it’s not about Zhou Ziwen’s street.
With such family conditions, it is no wonder that Zhou Chaoyang dared to pat his chest and promise that he can come to him for anything.
Zhou Ziwen walked into Zhou Chaoyang's house and greeted with a smile: "Uncle, aunt, happy New Year!"
Zhou Chaoyang's mother suddenly showed enthusiasm on her face when she saw Zhou Ziwen smile, "You must be Ziwen! Happy New Year, Happy New Year! Come in and sit down."
"Ziwen, sit down wherever you want."
Zhou Chaoyang's father also smiled and nodded.
But perhaps because he was used to being serious, Father Zhou’s smile seemed a little stiff.
"Thank you, uncle and aunt." Zhou Ziwen responded politely, and then found a seat to sit down.
Zhou Chaoyang saw Zhou Ziwen coming and said happily: "Brother Zhou, you are here. I am about to go to your house to pay New Year's greetings!"
"Okay, let's wait together. Go!" Zhou Ziwen smiled and nodded.
"Come, Ziwen, eat some fruit! When we were in the country, thanks to you for taking care of our family Chaoyang."
Mother Zhou enthusiastically brought out a plate of fruit.
Zhou Ziwen quickly thanked: "Auntie, you are so polite. Chaoyang and I are good friends, and we should take care of each other."
"Haha, we know what Chaoyang is capable of. Very, if you hadn't taken care of him, he would have suffered a lot."
Dad Zhou on the side waved his hand.
"Uncle, you are serious. Chaoyang also helped me a lot when he was in the country." Zhou Ziwen explained.
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After staying at Zhou Chaoyang’s house for a while, Zhou Ziwen stood up and left.
Coming out with him was Zhou Chaoyang.
They are going to pay New Year's greetings to Uncle Zhou.
Before leaving, Zhou's mother specially gave him a red envelope, saying it was for little Yueyue.
On the way to Uncle Zhou’s house, Zhou Ziwen and Zhou Chaoyang chatted.
"Chaoyang, I will be going back in a few days. What are your plans here?" Zhou Ziwen asked.
"Ah? When will we be together?" Zhou Chaoyang asked hurriedly.
“Just these few days!”
"Okay, leave the train tickets to me. I'll get some sleeping tickets." Zhou Chaoyang said.
"Okay, then I won't be polite."
Zhou Ziwen was not polite to him either.
Who would sit on a hard seat when there are berths to sleep on!
Chatting all the way, the two soon arrived at Uncle Zhou's house.
Uncle Zhou's home is also in a festive atmosphere, with red lanterns hanging at the door and new window grilles on the windows.
"Uncle, happy New Year."
"Uncle Zhou, happy New Year!" Zhou Chaoyang and Zhou Ziwen paid New Year greetings to Uncle Zhou together.
"Happy New Year, Happy New Year! You are here, come in and sit down." Uncle Zhou warmly greeted them into the house.
He and his secretary were the only ones at Uncle Zhou's house.
Zhou Ziwen learned that Uncle Zhou did not have a family, so even during the Chinese New Year, his family seemed relatively deserted. Of course, this is also the reason why he doesn't like excitement.
You know, although he has retired, there are still many people who want to visit if they are willing.
Seeing that it was getting late, Zhou Ziwen did not stay at Uncle Zhou's house for long.
After paying New Year greetings, he left with Zhou Chaoyang not long after.
Then, Zhou Chaoyang followed Zhou Ziwen to his house to pay New Year's greetings to Zhou's father and Zhou's mother.
Zhou Chaoyang followed Zhou Ziwen to Zhou's house. As soon as he entered the door, he respectfully greeted Zhou's father and Zhou's mother: "Uncle and aunt, happy New Year!"
Zhou's father and Zhou's mother saw Zhou The morning sun is here, and the smile on my face is even brighter.
"Chaoyang, happy New Year! Come in and sit down." Mother Zhou greeted warmly.
"Thank you, Auntie." Zhou Chaoyang responded with a smile, and then followed Zhou Ziwen into the house.
In the Zhou family's living room, Zhou's father and Zhou's mother have prepared tea and some snacks. The family is sitting together, and the atmosphere is warm and festive.
"Chaoyang, are your parents okay?" Zhou's father asked with concern.
"Thank you for your concern, uncle. My parents are in good health." Zhou Chaoyang replied respectfully.
"That's good, that's good." Dad Zhou nodded with satisfaction.
At this time, Chen Qiaoyi walked out of the room holding little Yueyue. When Zhou Chaoyang saw little Yueyue, his eyes lit up: "Wow, little Yueyue has grown up again, getting more and more... So cute.”
Chen Qiaoyi said with a smile: "Chaoyang, come and hug little Yueyue."
Zhou Chaoyang carefully took little Yueyue and played with her: "Little Yueyue, call me uncle, uncle I’ll give you a red envelope.”
Of course little Yueyue didn’t understand what Zhou Chaoyang was talking about, but she didn’t admit it and giggled in Zhou Chaoyang’s arms.
Zhou Chaoyang happily took out a red envelope and put it in little Yueyue's hand: "Little Yueyue, this is the red envelope given to you by your uncle. I wish you health and happiness."
Chen Qiaoyi saw the red envelope Zhou Chaoyang gave to little Yueyue and said quickly: "Chaoyang, you are too polite, there is no need to give a red envelope."
"It's okay, Sister Yiyi, this is just my wish." Zhou Chaoyang said with a smile. He really liked little Yueyue and was willing to give her a red envelope.
"Then I'll thank you on behalf of Yueyue." Seeing Zhou Chaoyang's insistence, Chen Qiaoyi did not refuse.
At noon, Zhou Chaoyang had a meal at their house.
Stayed for a while before leaving in the afternoon.
When they left, they had already agreed to go back to the countryside on the sixth day of the lunar month.
In the afternoon, Zheng Ming also came to pay New Year greetings with gifts.
The arrival of Zheng Ming made the atmosphere in the Zhou family even more lively. He was wearing neat clothes, holding carefully selected gifts in his hands, and had a sincere smile on his face.
"Uncle and aunt, happy New Year!" Zheng Ming respectfully greeted Father Zhou and Mother Zhou.
"Zheng Ming, happy New Year! Come in and sit down." Father Zhou and Mother Zhou greeted warmly.
Zheng Ming handed the gift to Zhou's mother and said, "Aunt, this is a little thought from me. I wish you and your uncle a happy new year and good health."
"You're too polite, Zheng Ming." Zhou's mother took the gift with a satisfied smile on her face.
Zheng Ming’s arrival made Zhou Xiulan look a little shy, but her eyes showed joy.
The two sat together and talked from time to time, and the atmosphere was warm.
Zhou Ziwen watched the interaction between Zheng Ming and the eldest sister, and he was also happy for the eldest sister.
He knows that Zheng Ming is a down-to-earth and reliable person, and he feels relieved that his eldest sister is with him.
After staying here for a while, Zheng Ming was ready to leave.
There are also many guests at their house during the Chinese New Year days.
It is considered thoughtful to be able to take the time to come over and pay them New Year greetings.
When Zheng Ming left, Zhou Xiulan walked to the door in person, and the two talked softly for a few more words. Zhou Xiulan had a faint blush on her face, looking a little shy.
Zhou Ziwen was secretly amused when he saw the appearance of his eldest sister and Zheng Ming, and he was also happy for his eldest sister. He knew that the eldest sister had found her own happiness, which was the most important thing. (End of chapter)