"It’s no trouble at all, not at all. You can chat with Mianmian in the house and watch some TV," Su Wanyu said, and then she went into the kitchen to grab a basket of vegetables and walked out.
Zhang Li sat on a stool and smiled at Jiang Mianmian as he asked, "Little Comrade Mianmian, have you ever thought about what job you want to do in the future?"
"Uncle, I’m still young, I haven’t thought about these things," Jiang Mianmian shook her head, her face full of innocence.
All she wanted now was to invent the device as soon as possible to protect her parents.
As for the future, she wanted to be a carefree little rich woman, living each day with fun and ease, and as for work? She really hadn’t considered it yet.
"Mianmian, your uncle thinks you are especially smart and have a real talent for scientific research," Zhang Li began to coax the Little Genius in front of him.
Upon hearing this, Elder Yu knew what he was up to and a trace of disapproval flashed in his eyes, "Xiao Zhang, Mianmian is still young and unpredictable. There are endless possibilities for her future. It’s too early to talk about these things now."
Zhang Li touched his nose and gave an embarrassed smile, "I apologize, Chief. I just see that Mianmian has great potential for scientific research and wanted to make a suggestion."
Elder Yu turned to Jiang Mianmian, his gaze affectionate and encouraging, "Girl, the path you choose in the future is up to you."
He, of course, hoped that Jiang Mianmian would pursue a career in scientific research because the country was currently far behind international standards in this area, but he didn’t want to pressure the child.
Looking into his aged but wise and understanding eyes, Jiang Mianmian paused, then nodded firmly, "Mm, Grandpa Yu, I understand!"
She would think about it carefully.
Seeing that the atmosphere had become a bit tense, Jiang Changhai quickly spoke up to lighten the mood, "Old Master, let’s watch some TV. ’The Tunnel Warfare’ is about to start."
So, they watched TV while chatting.
Jiang Changhai was quick-witted and talkative, Zhang Li was cooperative, and although the old master didn’t speak often, he listened attentively. The atmosphere was very harmonious.
In the evening, Su Wanyu prepared a very sumptuous dinner. After the meal, Elder Yu patted Jiang Mianmian’s head and just said, "Study hard," before getting in the car and leaving.
"Goodbye, Grandpa Yu, goodbye, Uncle Zhang."
After sending off the guests, Jiang Changhai and Su Wanyu returned to the bedroom and both let out a long sigh of relief.
Hearing the sighs, the couple laughed simultaneously.
"Ah, today was really tiring. Suddenly having so many people show up was quite a shock," Jiang Changhai stretched lazily and flopped down on the bed.
"Yes, when I saw Old Master Yu at the door, I thought something had happened," Su Wanyu also collapsed on it, speaking wearily.
"I didn’t expect Grandpa Yu, at his age, to come all this way. It seems they really value the color TV technology," Changhai mused.
After expressing his thoughts, he became proud, "But our daughter is truly impressive, to have Elder Yu come all the way from Capital City to inquire about how to make color TVs, and even teach the professionals."
The next morning, Jiang Changhai went to the transport factory to work.
Jiang Mianmian, Li Lan, and Wang Li were in the house working on homework when they suddenly saw two men in work clothes, carrying wires and various tools, entering their yard.
Su Wanyu hurried out to greet them, "Comrades, what can I help you with?"