March 18, Friday, the weather was sunny and breezy.
This is the eighth day since Yang Xiaotao came to Shicheng and the tenth day after the earthquake.
Over the past few days, the rescue work in Shicheng has basically come to an end.
Everywhere you look you can see people putting in the work to rebuild their homes.
As for other rescues, in the past ten days, unless Wangcai has not found anything, the search and rescue team will rescue everything that is found, even if it takes a breath.
As for those that were not found, I guess it took such a long time...
All in all, Yang Xiaotao and Wangcai's work here is basically over.
It's time for them to leave.
"Uncle Xu, thank you for your help this time!"
Standing in front of the truck, Yang Xiaotao held Xu Jianghe's hand and was very grateful.
"Family members, don't say such disrespectful things."
Xu Jianghe smiled and looked at Yang Xiaotao with increasingly friendly eyes.
"You guys have been a big help this time. I'll discuss it with Lao Wang and prepare to report to my superiors and ask you for credit."
"Especially for prosperity, I must get a medal for it this time!"
"Then let me thank you for Wangcai!"
Xu Jianghe said with a smile, looking at Wang Cai squatting on the ground with fondness in his eyes.
I just don't agree with Yang Xiaotao's taste in naming. It's too vulgar to bring wealth.
If you want to name him, he must choose something nice, loud and exciting.
Like a big dragon, a big general, etc., that's pretty good.
"By the way, the song you created this time is also understood by the boss."
"I really don't know how you got such a head, and you don't look like an alien!"
"That's definitely not the case. I'm just a Chinese with upright roots!"
Xu Jianghe joked with Yang Xiaotao and became friendly when talking.
The passionate conversation between the two made Chen Gong on the side feel strange.
The aloof man back then was not like this.
Little did he know that Yang Xiaotao not only provided convenience to Xu Jianghe, but also defeated him with his ability.
To put it bluntly, I just want to convince you!
"Old Chen!"
After Xu Jianghe finished talking to Yang Xiaotao, he came to the side to meet Chen Gong.
"Old Xu, long time no see..."
The two were chatting, but Yang Xiaotao came to the side to check the arrangements.
When we went back this time, one of the armored vehicles was a bit crowded, so Yang Xiaotao approached Xu Jianghe, who offered two trucks for Yang Xiaotao to use.
The reason for this is that in addition to Wang Bo's body needing to lie down and recuperate, Chen Chonghan was also going back with him because of his illness.
After several days of hard work by Yang Xiaotao, mainly by lowering his attitude, Director Zhang finally agreed to Yang Xiaotao's request last night.
Of course, he was angry with his superiors about this matter.
After some decision-making, the superiors finally made the final decision, and then they agreed.
Of course, the reconstruction work of the institute still needs to be carried out, and nothing can be done.
So besides Chen Chonghan, there were only eight people who went back with Yang Xiaotao this time.
These nine people can be regarded as the limit given by the research.
Everyone is capable of being unique.
From design review of drawings, to material selection, to preparation, and finally review.
They have been doing these jobs for more than half a year.
Not to mention their ability, at least they have much more experience than those in the machine shop who have not yet started working with engines.
Besides, the fact that they can be found from all over the country speaks volumes about their ability.
Yang Xiaotao was excited for half the night last night because of the good news.
Of course, he also knew Director Zhang's plan and even the things behind it.
Isn’t it just to borrow the help of a machine shop to complete the task?
It doesn't matter, just help me build the engine and do it easily.
Besides, why not do it if you still contribute to the revolution?
"Be careful, Lao Chen, if your legs don't work, just lie down and don't move!"
"It will take a hundred days to break your muscles and bones, so don't waste it!"
Yang Xiaotao looked at Chen Chonghan walking towards him on crutches not far away.
"It's okay, this little injury, I was in the workshop before..."
"Can you please stop blowing!"
"You guy!"
It has to be said that with Xiaowei's help, this guy's injuries healed very quickly.
It is estimated that in less than a hundred days, this guy will be able to walk on the ground.
"Get in the car quickly! We'll be leaving in a moment!"
Chen Chonghan was helpless. If he wanted to work for this guy in the future, he would have to listen to him!
When he came to the armored vehicle, Chen Chonghan looked at it with gleaming eyes, and he stretched out his hand to hit it from time to time. The novel appearance made Wang Bo in the car very happy.
This time when we go back, they will sit together so that they can be taken care of more easily.
“This car is so domineering!”
Chen Chonghan sat aside and fixed his body with a safety belt. He looked up at the machine gun at the firing position and was very emotional.
"Of course, this is made by our machinery factory!"
Wang Bo said proudly, "You will know after a while when you start running, this car also has air conditioning!"
Chen Chonghan was even more delighted after hearing this, and the two started talking in the car.
On the other side, Yang Xiaotao arranged for several people, especially luggage and other things, and put a special car in it.
The arrangements were almost complete, and Yang Xiaotao saw Xu Mingying and Miao Miao standing aside.
In the past few days, Yang Xiaotao had been busy day and night, especially with research, so he didn't pay much attention to the two of them.
However, their singing often sounded in the camp.
It's time to leave and say goodbye.
After all, it's an acquaintance.
"Comrade Xu Mingying, let's meet in Sijiu City when we have the chance!"
"Humph, who cares!"
"Oh, and don't stop the car carelessly. You might meet Grandpa Marx."
Yang Xiaotao joked about what happened at the beginning, and Xu Mingying immediately pinched her waist and looked angry.
"If it weren't for me, could Gong Chen go back with you?"
"Hmph, if a dog bites Lu Dongbin, it doesn't know a good heart."
Yang Xiaotao smiled, knowing that she was in a bad mood, and stopped teasing her.
Xu Mingying was not on the list this time, and Yang Xiaotao didn't ask why.
After all, people have already given them to others, so what else do they need for bicycles?
"Miaomiao!"
"Uncle Yang!"
Yang Xiaotao looked at the little girl in front of him and squatted down in front of her.
The girl had a satisfied smile on her face and two shallow dimples on her face.
The little girl in front of him left a deep impression on him during this period.
Especially compared to the three at home, he is just a good boy.
Even Yang Hongye in the village was not as good as she was when she was a child.
Children from poor families have become parents early. She and Yang Hongye both have a precocious mind. The difference is that she has a father who is a teacher and has received education since she was a child.
And this also made the girl know more and become stronger.
Just like when we first met, he was strong in hunger.
"Uncle is leaving. From now on, you must be strong, brave, and live a good life."
As he spoke, he took out a candy from his pocket.
Miaomiao reached out and took the candy, holding it in her hand.
Then he looked at Yang Xiaotao, his eyes full of reluctance, but he didn't show it.
She had long expected that this would happen. Her uncle was not her father and he would eventually leave.
Although I felt a little disappointed, I had a smile on my face and said, "Uncle, I know."
"Don't worry, I will be fine!"
"When I grow up, I will go to Sijiu City to find you."
Yang Xiaotao looked at the sensible little girl in front of him and nodded in agreement, "Okay, uncle is waiting for you in Sijiucheng."
"Uncle Yang, this is the steamed bun I made. You can eat it on the way."
Suddenly, Miaomiao took a small flower cloth from the side and placed it in front of Yang Xiaotao.
"Miaomiao can cook now."
Miaomiao smiled, very happy.
Xu Mingying lowered her lips and said, "You didn't know until you ate it for several days."
"Yeah, Miaomiao is awesome!"
Yang Xiaotao praised, then took the small cloth bag, held it in his hand, stood up and said, "Uncle is gone, you have to take care of yourself!"
"Write letters to your uncle when you have time, and tell him if you have anything to do. He will definitely help you."
"Ok, I know."
He nodded to Xu Mingying again, and then walked towards the motorcade.
The two of them looked at Yang Xiaotao's leaving figure. Xu Mingying muttered something, "Why don't you let me go to Sijiucheng? Old man Zhang, just wait for me."
"Miaomiao, let's go. Auntie will take you back."
"Aunt Xu, I want to take another look."
Miaomiao stood there and spoke softly.
"It's up to you."
Yang Xiaotao walked forward carrying the cloth bag and came to the car. Chen Gong and Xu Jianghe had finished talking and were about to get in the car.
On the truck, everyone was ready to go.
Chen Gong looked at the small floral cloth in Yang Xiaotao's hand and suddenly said, "This is made by Miaomiao."
"Well, how do you know?"
Chen Gong glanced at Yang Xiaotao, then sighed, "This little girl is quite famous in the rescue station."
"The songs she sang with Xu Mingying are very popular here."
"Moreover, this girl also cooks with the women's team, making fire and kneading dough to make steamed buns, but she is very skilled."
"Also, when she makes steamed buns, she always saves the first one in each pot."
After saying that, he looked at the package in Yang Xiaotao's hand. Xu Jianghe looked at Chen Gong in surprise.
Maybe Yang Xiaotao was in the middle and didn't hear the direction of Chen Gong's words, but Xu Jianghe saw it clearly.
I just saw the little girl on the side and thought about the requirements of my superiors during this period, so I swallowed the words that rushed to my lips.
At this moment, he and Chen Gong had the same idea.
At this time, Yang Xiaotao looked at the small floral cloth in his hand and suddenly felt that it was a little heavy.
"Um, what will we do with these orphans in the future?"
Seeing that Yang Xiaotao finally got to the point of his question, Chen Gong's lips curved.
"The higher-ups have already issued notices that priority will be given to consultations with children in these disaster areas. If relatives are willing, certain subsidies can be given to support them."
"If there are no relatives, we will arrange for adoption."
"Adoption? Won't the higher ups focus on raising them?"
Yang Xiaotao suddenly asked, and even he himself didn't feel it, and he became nervous.
"No, the scope of the disaster this time is too great."
Yang Xiaotao held the small flower cloth in his hand, "What about Miaomiao?"
Chen Gong shook his head, "Her mother is gone a long time ago, and there is no one in her family."
"Her father came from other places, and he can't find his family now."
"That is to say."
Yang Xiaotao looked at Chen Gong, "She will be sent to a home and adopted, right."
"Well, that's the theory. After all, this is for her better growth."
Yang Xiaotao was silent.
Chen Gong and Xu Jianghe looked at each other, and then Xu Jianghe urged, "Okay, let's talk in the car if you have anything to say. The car is ready, so hurry up and leave."
Although they said this, neither of them moved.
At this time, Yang Xiaotao was struggling with a decision in his mind.
This decision is not a work decision.
This decision is likely to change a person's life and even affect a family.
He even needs to consider Ran Qiuye's attitude.
And when I think of Ran Qiuye, I think of the mutual understanding during the relationship, and the tacit understanding between the two.
Yang Xiaotao suddenly laughed, he actually doubted Ran Qiuye, 'It really shouldn't be.'
He said something in his heart, and then handed the small flower cloth to Chen Gong, "Old Chen, help me get it."
After speaking, he turned around.
Chen Gong and Xu Jianghe looked at each other and suddenly laughed.
"You're plotting against him, okay?"
Chen Gong shrugged, "This kid is pretty good. It's better to follow him than just follow anyone."
On the other side, Xu Mingying stood stepping on the dirt, and then saw Yang Xiaotao walking over.
"Miaomiao."
Yang Xiaotao walked straight up to the girl, and then put his hand on her shoulder under the girl's surprised gaze.
"Miaomiao, uncle asked you if you would like to go home with uncle?"
After Xu Mingying heard this, she immediately opened her mouth in disbelief.
Miaomiao was still stunned, unable to react.
"Miaomiao, Uncle Yang is asking you seriously."
"If you are willing, from now on, you will be my daughter. You will have a mother, a brother, and two sisters."
"Do you want to?"
Yang Xiaotao said, looking at Miaomiao seriously.
At this time, tears were already streaming down Miaomiao's cheeks.
She knew that Yang Xiaotao was a good person.
That's it.
"Yes! I do!"
After the words fell, Yang Xiaotao picked him up and said, "Okay, okay, let's go home with dad."