Scholars in the courtyard.

Chapter 1688 Adoption
March 18th, Friday, sunny, light breeze.

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 working to rebuild their homes.

As for other rescue efforts, in these ten days, except for Wangcai who was not found, the search and rescue team will rescue anyone who is found, even if it is only a breath.

As for those that have not been found, I guess, after so long...

All in all, Yang Xiaotao and Wangcai's work here is basically finished.

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, expressing gratitude.

"We are family, so don't say such inappropriate words."

Xu Jianghe was smiling, and his eyes became more and more friendly when he looked at Yang Xiaotao.

"You guys really helped a lot this time. I'll discuss this with Lao Wang and plan to report it to our superiors and ask for credit for you."

"Especially Wangcai, I must give him a medal this time!"

"Then I would like to thank you on behalf of Wangcai!"

Xu Jianghe said with a smile, looking at Wangcai who was squatting on the ground, his eyes full of love.

I just don't agree with Yang Xiaotao's naming taste. Names like Wangcai are too vulgar.

If you ask him to give a name, he will definitely give it something nice, loud and powerful.

Something like a big dragon or a general would be good.

"By the way, the higher-ups are also aware of the song you created this time."

"I really don't know what's wrong with your head. You don't look like an alien!"

"That's definitely not the case. I am a Chinese with a red bloodline!"

Xu Jianghe started joking with Yang Xiaotao and spoke in a gentle manner.

The passionate conversation between the two made Chen Gong, who was standing by, feel strange.

That cool guy wasn't like this at the beginning.

Little did he know that Yang Xiaotao not only provided convenience to Xu Jianghe, but also defeated him with his own ability.

To put it bluntly, I beat him into submission!
"Old Chen!"

After Xu Jianghe finished talking to Yang Xiaotao, he came to the side and met Chen Gong.

"Old Xu, long time no see..."

While the two were chatting, Yang Xiaotao came over to check the arrangements.

This time when he went back, one armored vehicle was a bit crowded, so Yang Xiaotao found Xu Jianghe, and the other party allocated two trucks for Yang Xiaotao to use.

The reason for this was that, in addition to Wang Bo needing to lie down and recuperate, Chen Chonghan, a patient, also went back with him.

After Yang Xiaotao's constant persuasion for several days, and of course mainly by lowering his attitude, Director Zhang finally agreed to Yang Xiaotao's request last night.

Of course, he had discussed this matter with his superiors.

After some consideration from above, it was the above above who finally made the final decision and agreed.

Of course, the reconstruction work of the institute must continue; we can’t just do nothing.

So this time, there were only eight people who went back with Yang Xiaotao, besides Chen Chonghan.

These nine people are the limit given by the research institute.

Everyone is capable of standing on their own.

From design review of drawings, to material selection, to preparation, and finally to review.

They did this work for more than half a year.

Regardless of their abilities, at least they have much more experience than those people in the machinery factory who have not yet started to come into contact with engines.

Besides, the fact that they were able to recruit people from all over the country shows their ability.

Yang Xiaotao was so excited last night because of this good news that he stayed up all night.

Of course, he also knew Director Zhang's plan and even the story behind it.

Isn’t it just using the machinery factory to complete the task?
It’s nothing. I just need to help myself make the engine. It’s a piece of cake.

What's more, it is a contribution to the revolution, so why not do it?

"Be careful, Lao Chen, if your legs are not working, just lie down and don't move!"

"It takes a hundred days to heal a broken bone, don't waste it!"

Yang Xiaotao looked at Chen Chonghan who was walking towards him with a cane not far away.

"It's okay, it's just a small injury. I was in the workshop before..."

"Can you please stop blowing!"

"You guy!"

I have to say, with Xiaowei's help, this guy's injuries healed very quickly.

I estimate that within a hundred days, this guy will be able to walk.

"Hurry up and get in the car! We'll be leaving in a minute!"

Chen Chonghan had no choice but to work for this guy in the future and had to listen to him!
When he came to the armored vehicle, Chen Chonghan looked at it with shining eyes, and knocked on it from time to time with his hand. Bang bang, his curious look made Wang Bo in the car laugh.

This time when they go back, they will sit together so that it will be easier to take care of them.

“This car is so domineering!”

Chen Chonghan sat aside, fastening his body with a safety belt. He raised his head to glance at the machine gun on the shooting position beside him, feeling very emotional.

"Of course, this is made by our machinery factory!"

Wang Bo said proudly, "You'll know when we start driving this car. This car has air conditioning!"

Chen Chonghan was even more delighted when he heard this, and the two started talking in the car.

On the other side, Yang Xiaotao arranged everything for the few people, especially their luggage, and set aside a car for them.

The arrangements were almost done, and Yang Xiaotao saw Xu Mingying leading Miaomiao standing aside.

These days, Yang Xiaotao has been busy day and night, especially with research, and has not paid much attention to the two of them.

However, their singing could often be heard in the camp.

It's time to leave and say goodbye.

After all, we are acquainted.

"Comrade Xu Mingying, let's meet in Sijiu City if we have the chance!"

"Humph, who cares!"

"Oh, and don't try to stop a car. You might end up meeting 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, would Mr. Chen be able to go back with you?"

"Humph, the dog bites Lu Dongbin, who doesn't know the kindness of a good person."

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 did not ask why.

After all, it has already been given to someone else, so why would you want another bicycle?

"Miaomiao!"

"Uncle Yang!"

Yang Xiaotao looked at the little girl in front of him, walked over to her and squatted down.

The girl had a satisfied smile on her face, with two shallow dimples on her face.

The little girl in front of him left a deep impression on him during this period.

Especially compared with the three kids at home, he is simply a good kid.

Even Yang Hongye from the village was not as good as her when she was young. Children from poor families have to grow up early, and she and Yang Hongye both have precocious minds. The difference is that she has a father who is a teacher and has received education since childhood.

This also made the girl understand more and become stronger.

Just like when we first met, that strength in hunger.

"Uncle is leaving. From now on, you must be strong, brave, and live a good life."

As he said this, he took out a candy from his pocket.

Miaomiao reached out to take the candy and held it in her palm.

Then he looked at Yang Xiaotao with reluctance in his eyes, but he did not show it.

She had expected this to happen a long time ago. Uncle was not her father and would eventually leave.

Although I felt a little disappointed, I smiled 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 will wait for you in Sijiu City."

"Uncle Yang, this is the steamed bread I made. You can eat it on the way."

Suddenly, Miaomiao took a small piece of floral cloth from the side and placed it in front of Yang Xiaotao.

"Miao Miao can cook now."

Miaomiao smiled and was very happy.

Xu Mingying curled her lips and said, "You've been eating it for several days and you just realized it."

"Really? Miaomiao is awesome!"

Yang Xiaotao praised, then took the small cloth bag, held it in his hand, stood up and said, "Uncle is gone, take care of yourself!"

"Write to uncle when you have time, and tell him if you have any problems. I will definitely help you."

"Ok, I know."

He nodded to Xu Mingying again, then walked towards the convoy.

The two of them watched Yang Xiaotao leave, and Xu Mingying muttered, "Why don't you let me go to Sijiu City, old man Zhang, you just wait for me."

"Miao Miao, let's go. Auntie will take you back."

"Aunt Xu, I want to take another look."

Miaomiao stood there and spoke softly.

"As you wish."

Yang Xiaotao walked forward carrying the cloth bag and came to the car. Chen Gong and Xu Jianghe had finished their conversation and were ready to get in the car.

On the truck, everyone was ready to set off.

Chen Gong looked at the small floral cloth in Yang Xiaotao's hand and suddenly said, "This must have been 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 song she sang with Xu Mingying was very popular here."

"Moreover, this girl also helps the women's team cook, light the fire, knead the dough and make steamed bread. She is very skilled at it."

"Also, the first steamed bread she made should be kept out of every pot."

After saying that, he looked at the package in Yang Xiaotao's hand. Xu Jianghe on the side looked at Chen Gong in surprise.

Perhaps Yang Xiaotao, who was in the middle, did not hear the meaning of Chen Gong's words, but Xu Jianghe saw it clearly.

But when he saw the little girl beside him and thought of the requirements of his superiors during this period, he swallowed the words that were about to come out of his mouth.

At this moment, his thoughts coincided with Chen Gong's.

At this moment, Yang Xiaotao looked at the small floral cloth in his hand and suddenly felt that it was a little heavy.

"Well, what shall we do with these orphans in the future?"

Seeing that Yang Xiaotao had finally asked the question to the point, Chen Gong smiled slightly.

"We have already received a notice from above that we will give priority to negotiating with the children in the disaster-stricken areas. If relatives are willing, we can provide them with a certain amount of subsidies to support them."

"If there are no relatives, arrange for someone to adopt the child."

"Adopt? Won't they raise them together as a group?"

Yang Xiaotao asked suddenly, and he became nervous without even realizing it.

"No, the scope of the disaster is too large."

Yang Xiaotao held the small floral cloth in his hand and said, "Then, where is Miaomiao?"

Chen Gong shook his head. "Her mother died a long time ago, and there is no one in her family."

"Her father came from another place, and now he can't find his family."

"That is to say."

Yang Xiaotao looked at Chen Gong, "She will be sent to someone's home and adopted, right?"

"Well, in theory, that's the case. After all, this is also for her better growth."

Yang Xiaotao was silent.

Chen Gong and Xu Jianghe exchanged a glance, and then Xu Jianghe urged, "Okay, let's talk in the car. The car is ready, let's go."

Although they said this, neither of them moved.

At this moment, Yang Xiaotao was struggling with a decision in his mind.

This decision is not a work decision.

This decision may very well change a person's life and even affect a family.

He even needed to consider Ran Qiuye's attitude.

When I think of Ran Qiuye, I think of how they understand each other and the tacit understanding they have during their relationship.

Yang Xiaotao suddenly laughed, he actually doubted Ran Qiuye, "I really shouldn't have done that."

He said in his heart, and then stuffed the small floral 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 calculating against him, okay?"

Chen Gong shrugged, "This kid is good. It's better to follow him than to follow just anyone."

On the other side, Xu Mingying was standing aside stepping on a clod of earth, and then she saw Yang Xiaotao coming over.

"Miaomiao."

Yang Xiaotao walked straight up to the girl and put his hand on her shoulder as she looked at him in surprise.

"Miao Miao, uncle wants to ask you, are you willing to go home with uncle?"

When Xu Mingying heard this, she opened her mouth in disbelief.

Miaomiao was still standing there, unable to react.

"Miao Miao, Uncle Yang is asking you seriously."

"If you are willing, from now on, you will be my daughter. You will have a mother, a younger brother, and two younger sisters."

"Do you want to?"

Yang Xiaotao said this, 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!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Yang Xiaotao picked him up and said, "Okay, okay, let's go home with Dad."