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Chapter 172 Why Don't We Head South Too?
"Let's wait and see. Maybe there'll be hope next year?"

Every time Anmin finished viewing a house, she would comfort Liang Yi in this way, and also comfort herself.

There was always a hint of disappointment in An Min's eyes.

She simply wanted to provide the children with a more comfortable and reasonable environment to grow up in.

Just as they were secretly worrying about changing houses and thinking about how to reasonably take out the things in the space.

A thick registered letter arrived home from the south.

There was no letter inside the envelope, only a money order.

The number filled in the remittance amount column stunned Liang Yi, who was used to seeing all kinds of data on drawings, for a while.

That's almost three times the amount they received as dividends last time.

The remitter's brief note consisted of only one line: "Wishing you all the best for the founding of the nation and a smooth start to production at the new factory. This is my contribution, please do not refuse."

Liang Yi took the remittance slip and immediately went to find An Min.

An Min was stunned when she saw the number, covering her mouth with her hand: "This...so much? Jian Guo and the others..."

"It seems they've really grown big; their new factory is already in production."

Liang Yi's voice was filled with emotion and joy for them.

"This is truly... a timely help!"

This unexpected and generous dividend instantly dispelled the economic gloom that had been hanging over their hearts.

The three-bedroom apartment I had my eye on before no longer seems so out of reach.

Moreover, with this money, they can gradually convert the gold and jade in the space into cash.

Anmin's eyes welled up with tears, not only because of the money, but also because of the profound trust and affection that transcended mountains and seas.

"Back then... I really didn't misjudge him."

Liang Yi took her hand, a long-lost relaxed smile on his face.

"Now we'll be much more confident when we go house hunting. Let's go and finalize the deal for that one we liked last time this weekend. The kids will be so happy to know they'll have their own rooms."

With the timely dividends sent by Zhang Jianguo and Li Hongmei, Anmin and Liang Yi's house swap went exceptionally smoothly.

They quickly settled on a three-bedroom apartment with a great location, layout, and natural light.

Although they had spent most of their savings and dividends, seeing Si'an and Shouye cheering as they ran into their own little room, the two felt it was all worth it.

When they had settled into their new home, Liang Yi and An Min invited familiar colleagues and neighbors over for a home-cooking dinner.

Sister Wang and her family brought a lot of things, and Andrei also brought Russian specialties. The head of the office specially brought cured meat from his home for them.

The whole family sat together happily, chatting.

What should have been a joyous occasion unexpectedly sowed the seeds of future trouble.

The new house is spacious and bright, and the furniture, though not luxurious, is brand new and neat.

In particular, the fact that the children finally have their own space makes some petty and gossipy people feel very uncomfortable.

Liang Yi is a researcher at a research institute, and An Min is a translator. Although they both have respectable jobs, their salaries are public knowledge. Where did they get so much money to buy such a nice house?

Soon, some sinister rumors, like the chilly winds of early spring, began to circulate silently throughout the research institute and the compound.

"Have you heard? Old Liang's new house...it wasn't acquired legitimately..."

"That's right. Where would a researcher like him get so much money? He must have taken what he shouldn't have."

"Did you secretly sell some of the institute's research findings?"

"I think so! Otherwise, why would it be his family who moved out of the tenement building first, and now they've moved into a large three-bedroom apartment?"

These rumors were quite detailed and convincing, with some even speculating about Liang Yi's background and whether he had some special connections to earn illicit income.

People tend to believe what they want to believe, especially when it comes to speculation about someone else suddenly becoming well-off, which is often accompanied by malicious conjecture.

The rumors eventually reached the ears of the department leaders.

Although no concrete evidence was found, Liang Yi was known for his diligence and upright conduct.

But in this era that values ​​reputation and influence, such rumors involving economic issues can ruin a person.

The leader spoke with Liang Yi, using a tactful tone but making the meaning clear.

In order to minimize the negative impact, we hope he can consider the overall situation.

Not long after, the institute underwent a personnel adjustment, and Liang Yi, who was already nearing the age limit, was given preferential treatment and arranged for early retirement.

Ostensibly, it was to let him go home and rest and enjoy life, but in reality, it was a dignified exile.

Holding that thin notice of early retirement, Liang Yi sat on the sofa at home for a long time without saying a word.

Outside the window is a brand-new neighborhood, and inside is the wonderful life my wife and children have been longing for.

But all of this was shrouded in gloom because of unfounded rumors.

When Anmin came home from get off work, she saw her husband's expression and the notice on the table, and immediately understood.

She felt a sharp pain in her heart, not because she had lost her job, but because she felt wronged and aggrieved for Liang Yi.

She walked over and gently took Liang Yi's hand.

These hands, which once held steel guns and drew detailed blueprints, are now somewhat cold.

"Old Liang..."

Her voice choked with emotion; she didn't know how to comfort her.

Liang Yi raised his head, his eyes showing disappointment, but his years of experience had not broken him.

He took Anmin's hand in his own and squeezed it firmly: "It's nothing. The innocent will remain innocent, and the guilty will remain guilty. It's just that I feel... a little guilty towards you and the child, that we had just settled down when..."

"Don't say that."

Anmin interrupted him: "We are family. Home is wherever you are."

After a moment of silence, Liang Yi looked out the window, his eyes gradually hardening: "I can't stay at the research institute anymore. As for Beijing... this environment of gossip and idle chatter is too stifling to stay in."

An Min's heart skipped a beat, as if she guessed what he wanted to say.

"Minmin."

Liang Yi turned to her, his tone becoming serious.

"Jianguo and Hongmei are doing quite well in the south, aren't they? Our investment in them was based on trust and fate. Now that we have some foundation and time, why don't we head south too?"

Anmin was taken aback for a moment, but soon, the suggestion, like a pebble thrown into a lake, created ripples in her heart.

Yes, why not?

The husband suffered injustice, but his skills and drive remained.

The children are growing up, so a change of environment might be better.

In the South, that land of reform and opening up, miracles happen every day; perhaps new opportunities lie there for them.

"it is good!"

An Min barely hesitated before her eyes lit up. "Let's go south! You go help Jianguo and the others. Their business has grown big, and they definitely need trustworthy people."

"My Russian translation skills might find a use over there. Even if not, I can do something else!"

The two looked at each other and smiled.

"It's just a pity that I haven't even moved into this house yet, since I just bought it."

Anmin looked at the house and said with some regret.

Liang Yi quickly comforted his wife.

"Going south is just a temporary measure. We will definitely come back in the future. Keep this house; it might come in very useful later."

Yes, this house will be demolished and the compensation will be countless amounts of money!