Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 687
In fact, after today’s events, she no longer holds any hope.
Moreover, it was clear that her father was deeply upset today. If she insisted any further, her father might become estranged from her.
Today, he even mentioned finding a matchmaker for her, which shows how truly hurt he was.
She wanted to form a godparent relationship to elevate her status, hoping to secure a good marriage through Uncle Han’s position, but she knew that some things simply cannot be forced.
Still, there was a bit of unwillingness in her heart. She couldn’t help but think: If that Han Xinyan isn’t found, maybe one day Uncle Han would be moved by her sincerity.
But now, saying anything is useless.
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On the other hand, Xinyan found Zhang Daliang, who was dealing in the black market, and sold off the last batch of goods from her space, plus everything else produced in the space, and got a large sum of money.
Originally, she thought it would be impossible to head south during this break, but unexpectedly, she was contacted by the city’s investment promotion bureau. They now had a tricky task and wanted her to accompany the colleagues on a trip south.
Initially, there was supposed to be a translator with the team, but some unexpected issues arose. They needed to return with the group of foreign investors to the capital, and missing a translator along the way was not an option.
Furthermore, this time the foreign investor group needed to compare the south with Beijing, so it was essential to send a reliable translator.
The investment promotion bureau directly contacted the school, and when she received the notification, there were only two hours left before departure. The urgency of the matter was the main reason she needed to fly with the staff.
So, accounting for the time it would take to pick her up and head to the airport, she only had half an hour to pack.
She borrowed the department office’s phone and first called Han Jingchen, saying, "Dad, I just received a notification from school. There’s a temporary translation task from the investment promotion bureau, and I have to leave in half an hour.
I’m calling because I’m worried about Granny Zhang’s surgery. In case you don’t have time, please have Uncle Su take extra care."
Upon hearing that his daughter was heading south and with such urgency, Han Jingchen said, "Since the school arranged for you to go, it means they trust you. Rest assured about Aunt Zhang’s surgery; I will handle everything well. Don’t worry."
Xinyan thought that if anything came up, she could call again once she reached the south, so she said, "Then I’ll go pack up now."
After hanging up, Xinyan left the office and jogged towards her courtyard.
On her way back, she found a hidden spot to take out a good amount of food from the space, and then returned to the courtyard.
She put the items in the kitchen and hurried to Granny Zhang’s room, where she briefly explained the situation to her and Sister Chen: "Granny Zhang, I’ve already called my dad.
If all goes well, I should be back by the time of your surgery. In case I can’t make it back, don’t worry; my dad will ensure everything is arranged."
Xinyan wasn’t unwilling to decline the department leader’s kind offer, but the leader said that the investment promotion bureau specifically requested her for the assignment, mentioning that such an opportunity for practical experience was rare and with the tight timing, they couldn’t find anyone more suitable.
She had no choice but to take on the task.
Granny Zhang, hearing that someone would come to pick her up soon, patted her hand and said, "Don’t worry. With your Aunt Chen here to keep me company, you can go and do good work without worrying about me."
Then she urged her, "Alright, quickly pack a few clothes. Don’t delay the matter so that when they come to pick you up, you’re not ready."
Xinyan quickly and efficiently packed her luggage.
As soon as she placed her suitcase in the courtyard, preparing to reassure Granny Zhang a few more times, the people who came to pick her up arrived.
Xinyan had to say her goodbyes and leave with them.
As she stepped out of the gate, she felt somewhat uneasy, fearing she might not make it back in time for Granny Zhang’s surgery and that Granny Zhang might become anxious if she didn’t see her.
In her heart, she prayed for everything to go smoothly and for a swift return to the capital.
It must be said that Xinyan indeed has a talent for languages. After less than a semester of studying French, she could already communicate fluently, which Professor Jiang, who taught French, found incredible.
The reason Xinyan was specifically requested to go this time was that several of the wives in the foreign delegation spoke French, and they thought it would be ideal for her to use French to communicate. It was also perfect for her to collaborate with another translator to ensure nothing went wrong.