In 1959, what's wrong with me pedaling a tricycle?

The next day, Wang Guowei rode a horse on Wang Xingguo's shoulders, Li Xiuping held her little niece Wang Chengnuo, Wang Niannian and Wang Chengbin were next to them, and Wang Jianhua and Wang Chengan were at the front.

Wang Xingguo, their father and second uncle, hadn't spent time with them for so many years, so naturally he wanted to take them on a good trip.

Wang Chengbin asked, "Second Uncle, did you kill any enemies in North Vietnam?"

Wang Xingguo laughed and said, "No, my second uncle's job is to transport artillery shells and supplies so that our heroic soldiers can resist the attacks of the imperialist aggressors."

Wang Chengbin nodded repeatedly, saying, "That's great too! The shells my second uncle transported were fired at the invaders by our soldiers, just like my second uncle killing the enemy. When I grow up, I want to be like my second uncle, join the army, fight on the front lines, and defend my country!"

Wang Xingguo didn't refute his second nephew's words, but instead said to him, "Your second uncle hopes you can learn other things, such as studying airplanes or various advanced weapons. That's also a way to defend our country. It's certainly glorious to fight on the battlefield, but we must face our shortcomings squarely, be ashamed and then strive to develop more advanced weapons so that the enemy dares not invade. That's also a heroic act. Don't you think that makes sense?"

Wang Chengbin nodded repeatedly and said, "When I grow up, I want to be a great scientist, build airplanes and tanks for the country, and make the imperialist aggressors dare not bully us again!"

Although the child's words were naive, Wang Xingguo was very happy. It is said that each generation has its own responsibilities. Perhaps the responsibility of these generations is to fight all the wars and leave the next generation a peaceful country, and then it will be their turn to develop the economy.

Wang Xingguo accompanied the children to eat snacks, go boating in Beihai Park, and bought them new clothes, a lot of comic books, snacks, and fruits. They played happily all day.

In the evening, Wang Xingbang came back with beer. His younger siblings were gone, but the house was lively with the addition of other children.

Shen Qingqing said cheerfully, "Xingguo, my younger brother is getting married next month. Can you be his witness?"

Wang Xingguo asked in surprise, "Sister-in-law, I'm afraid I'm not old enough for this, am I?"

Shen Qingqing shook her head and said, "Why isn't it suitable? You're a high-ranking official, so you're the most suitable."

Li Xiuping chimed in, "I also think it's appropriate. It's just that my brother got married last year, otherwise you, as his brother-in-law, should be his witness."

Speaking of this, Wang Xingguo asked, "Wife, how's things going with my older brother?"

Li Xiuping sighed and said, "What else can we do? Two girls in a row, so we're preparing for a third one."

Wang Xingguo shook his head and said, "Actually, daughters are so much better. I love daughters. Look how sweet and considerate my precious daughter is."

Shen Qingqing replied, "Xingguo, carrying on the family line is very important. If you have a son, you will definitely cherish your daughter, but people without sons will definitely want a son."

It wasn't just Wang Xingguo saying it casually; he genuinely didn't have any preference for sons over daughters.

With the memories of another version of yourself, why would you have so many thoughts? In many families with only one child, aren't the two children living their own lives while the elderly in both families live alone in empty nests?

So it doesn't matter whether you have a son or not, as long as you have children. What's wrong with having a daughter?

If the son-in-law is a person of good character, wouldn't he also take care of his parents-in-law in their old age and see them off when they die?

What good is a son if he's a person of questionable character?

There's a possibility that one could live off their parents for the rest of their life...

Li Xiuping said to Wang Xingguo, "Xingguo, do you think we should take the children to Grandpa Lin's place for a visit?"

After thinking for a moment, Wang Xingguo shook his head and said, "Forget it, it's better if we don't go."

The main issue is that the current situation isn't good, so it's not suitable for them to visit other people's homes.

Wang Xingguo said to everyone, "My family may have to move. After I go back to work, we may have to move to the military compound."

Li Xiuping asked in surprise, "Why do we need to move? We're living perfectly well here, there's no need to move, is there?"

Wang Xingguo explained, "You all know the current situation. Moving there would be much safer, and I wouldn't be disturbed. Besides, at my rank, I would receive certain benefits, and the schooling for my child would be much better, and there would be no suspension of schooling. For someone in my situation, the compound I'm moving to should be one of the most secure ones, where I wouldn't have to worry about the outside world. Furthermore, I don't have a choice. The organization will definitely consider my ability to work with peace of mind, so moving to a compound or even the military barracks accommodation area is the best option."

In comparison, although the compound was also affected, it was only an internal study movement and did not cause the chaos seen outside.

Moreover, Wang Xingguo has an advantage: he has just returned from the front line. People like him are the most reliable comrades. Not only does the organization trust him, but even radical young people regard military cadres like him as role models and will not challenge him.

In addition, he had always been in charge of the transportation of supplies to the Malan base, so no one could say that he had any problems.

Most importantly, Wang Xingguo is very young!

Those radical children of high-ranking officials all regarded him as a role model for their generation, so it was even less likely that they would have any objections to him.

Therefore, considering all factors, moving to the General Logistics Department compound was the most suitable choice for Wang Xingguo.

However, if I go there, it will be quite far from home, more than ten kilometers away.

Wang Xingbang said decisively, "Since it's more suitable to move there, then the second son should move there. Although it's a bit far, we'll make time to visit you later."

Li Xiuping nodded and said, "Honey, whatever you decide, I support you. Wherever you are, the four of us will follow you."

Wang Xingguo said to everyone, "Brother and sister-in-law, if anyone in your unit tries to make things difficult for you, just use me to put pressure on them. I've been injured and made meritorious contributions on the front lines, and now I'm a young officer who has been promoted by the organization and entrusted with important responsibilities. As long as they're not out of their minds, they won't dare to make things difficult for you."

To reiterate, Wang Xingguo had just come down from the front lines, having not only earned merit but also been injured. He shouldn't have been promoted so quickly, but because of his injury, meritorious service, and diligent work performance, he became a young high-ranking official who was promoted ahead of schedule. His status was the best shield for him.

Shen Qingqing nodded and said, "I understand. You don't need to worry about Xingguo. There are many of our clansmen in the whole unit, and no one will think of harming us. If they want to harm others, we won't get involved. We'll just protect ourselves."

Wang Xingbang said with a smile, "Because our wire factory has a small number of employees, everyone is quite united. We hold study sessions every day, so we don't encounter situations like those outside."

Wang Xingguo smiled and nodded: "That's good, it's alright."