Chapter 58.2

Xu Damu came by car. The bicycle was too slow, which showed that he was really in a hurry.

The propaganda team is not too far away; it’s located in the office building of the military base. However, it takes about a ten-minute drive, and Su Xiaoxiao is facing a dilemma. She hadn’t considered the commuting issue before and regrets agreeing too quickly. The distance is neither far nor close; it would take at least twenty to thirty minutes to walk. In the summer, she would be sweaty, and in the winter, it would be too cold. Adults can handle it, but what about little Xiao Doubao?

“It’s quite far away, “Su Xiaoxiao said with a frown as she sat at the back holding Xiao Doubao in her arms.

Xu Damu’s heart “thumped” and the alarm sounded loudly. As Director Han once said, the most important thing for his family’s wife is to take care of her two children in the rear. She works whenever she is willing, and if she is unwilling, he will not force her. ‘Comrade Su won’t dislike going to work because the distance is too far, right? 

“Not far, not far, “Xu Damu quickly shook his head. 

These days, bicycles with two wheels are particularly precious, let alone four wheels, and Su Xiaoxiao dare not drive the car in their office.

“Let’s talk about the schedules. I finish classes in the morning, and the earliest I can arrive is around 9 o’clock. As for Han Cheng, he is usually busy, and we have three children at home who need attention. I also have to be back before 11:30 to prepare lunch. If I have to go back to the military base in the afternoon, making four round trips like that will consume a lot of time on the road. It’s definitely not feasible.”

Su Xiaoxiao gently rubbed Xiao Doubao’s head and said, “I don’t mind working hard as an adult, but my little Xiao Doubao is just over a year old. I have to have him with me all the time, and it’s not good for him to constantly travel back and forth with me. The reason I hesitated to report to the team earlier was that I wanted my child to be a little older before making any decisions.”

But even if Xiao Doubao is only two years old next year, he is still too young. In this era of underdeveloped transportation, commuting is really a big problem.

“I understand, I understand. I completely understand, and the organization understands as well. Director Han discussed this with us before, which is why he didn’t require you to be always present in the office. Don’t worry, there are dedicated personnel for field publicity tasks. Your responsibility will be designing the blackboard content and promotional materials within the military district. The front part, even if it changes every month, only takes a few days. Li Min can drive and she will pick you up whenever the content needs to be changed. As for the latter part, you can work on it from home. You won’t have to come to the office frequently, maybe just a few times a month. In any case, if you have any difficulties, we can discuss them and find a solution. The team really needs talents like you, Comrade Su.”

Su Xiaoxiao nodded, but she didn’t want to make a firm decision just yet. “If we really can’t find a good balance, I can consider joining the local primary school instead. It’s close to our home, just a few minutes walk away. Our two older children are only in first grade.”

Xu Damu almost stepped on the gas pedal. He had just gone to elementary school to find Su Xiaoxiao, Even Director Liu, tried to persuade him to let Su Xiaoxiao stay at school to teach and educate children, saying that she was rare and a good teacher. Going to their propaganda team will simply bury her potential.

Are you kidding? It’s not uncommon to find people who have good handwriting or are skilled at drawing. However, it’s rare to find someone who possesses both skills, along with creative thinking and consideration for the bigger picture. It’s fortunate that he made a decisive decision after reviewing the designs given to him by Han Cheng and immediately approached the organization for assistance.

If the elementary school hired Su Xiaoxiao first, that’s the real way to bury talent.

“Comrade Su, don’t worry. If you have any requirements, feel free to ask me, and I will coordinate them for you.” Don’t just think about becoming a teacher at school all day, Director Liu is waiting eagerly.

When they arrived at the propaganda team, most of the people were out of work, and few stayed in the office.

The entry process is also simple. The file has been reviewed before. Su Xiaoxiao only needs to fill out a few forms and report to the HR department.

The publicity team and the cultural troupe are both part of the publicity department, and the office happens to be on the first floor.

Xu Damu led Su Xiaoxiao to complete the onboarding procedures, collect the necessary stationery, and discuss the upcoming publicity tasks. They clarified the direction of the promotion, and it was already around 11 o’clock in the morning, nearing lunchtime.

The task is indeed urgent. In the afternoon, Su Xiaoxiao must develop and submit the plan for review by the organization. Once the review is approved, immediate changes to the blackboard will be required.  The printing task of the promotional brochure is also urgent and needs to be carried out simultaneously, so it is really urgent.

Su Xiaoxiao rubbed her throbbing head, feeling like she had been a passive bystander in her previous life, and she had never intended to become a strong independent woman in this life either. Being a passive bystander was just fine for her. So why did she burden herself with so many responsibilities? Looking at Xu Damu’s bustling and determined demeanor, as if he were going to war, Su Xiaoxiao suddenly felt like crying.

The conversation was almost over, and Xu Damu thought of sending Su Xiaoxiao, this mother-and-son pair back first. When he went downstairs, Jiang Xue met him.

Su Xiaoxiao was trapped in her own thoughts and didn’t notice her at all. She slowly raised her head when she heard Xu Damu greet Jiang Xue.

Jiang Xue’s aura is still so strong, and the temperament of the cold beauty may not seem so approachable, but she first greeted Su Xiaoxiao and said, “Comrade Su, it’s been a long time since we last met. How are you and Han Cheng lately? This is Xiao Doubao, right?”

Su Xiaoxiao smiled and nodded, “Yes, Xiao Doubao is doing well. I appreciate your concern.”

Xu Damu suddenly said, “Do you know each other?”

Su Xiaoxiao said, “Yes, Comrade Jiang Xue and Han Cheng are classmates.”

Xu Damu patted his forehead and said, “That’s right, that’s right. I remember when Head Han’s wife just left. Many people thought that Jiang Xue and Han Cheng would be a couple, but we didn’t expect Comrade Su to come. Hahaha.”

Xu Damu didn’t notice a sudden drop in temperature at all.

What is the meaning of faux pas? It’s probably like this now. Su Xiaoxiao suddenly feels a little sympathetic toward Jiang Xue. Does this idiot Captain Xu think it’s a joke? Haven’t you noticed how angry Comrade Jiang’s face has become, almost as black as charcoal?

T/N: I will try to post new chapter tomorrow~

Thank you, everyone, and I hope you all had a great day~ (✿◡‿◡)