Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
However, the stronger the bond between Qin Zhenzhen and Su Bin grew, the more she found herself desiring to bring their child into the world.
She couldnât quite explain the shift in her feelings.
There was just a sense that their child would embody the best qualities of both Su Bin and herself, perhaps even surpassing them.
The thought of a miniature version of the two of them, exquisitely combined, brought her joy.
âThen why didnât you tell me sooner?â Su Bin inquired.
Blushing, Qin Zhenzhen admitted, âI wanted to share it with you earlier, but I didnât anticipate it happening so swiftly. I did some calculationsâit hadnât even been a month since I discontinued the measures.â
Su Bin, finding the situation almost magical, exclaimed, âItâs truly unbelievable!â
Less than a month had passed since the fake pregnancy ruse, making the timing quite extraordinary.
Rolling her eyes, Qin Zhenzhen retorted, âWhy is that so hard to believe?â âConsidering your reluctance to spend the night, you should be aware that frequent intimacy enhances the chances of conceiving during pregnancy preparation. â
Unexpectedly swift results had caught her off guard, and she decided to keep this particular piece of knowledge from Su Bin for the time being, intending to discuss their plans for the next child later.
The following day, the fifty young men who had successfully passed the initial round gathered at the government office early, eagerly anticipating the upcoming assessment.
To their surprise, the government office was bustling with activity. Workers were transporting repair materialsâsand, stones, tilesâand skilled craftsmen focused on the task of renovating the entire premises.
Liu Dazhuang, Poxed Face Wang, and the others were already on site, overseeing the placement of materials and instructing the workers.
It was evident that Governor Su had allocated a considerable sum for these renovations, displaying his wealth and influence.
The decision to align themselves with Governor Su seemed justified.
However, confusion arose among the young men as they had arrived early for the assessment, not expecting a construction scene.
Approaching Liu Dazhuang and Poxed Face Wang, they inquired, âAre we still having the assessment today?â
Poxed Face Wang affirmed, âOf course. Who said there wonât be an assessment?â
He pointed towards Governor Su and Mr. Chen, indicating that they should line up and wait for Su Bin to announce the assessment details.
It seemed the repairs were merely a prelude to the actual assessment.
Governor Su, elated due to impending fatherhood, was in an exceptionally good mood.
âTodayâs assessment is a bit unconventional.â
âMr. Chen, please explain the plan.â
Mr. Chen proceeded to outline the strategy he had devised in consultation with Su Bin.
âAs you can see, the government office is commencing repairs starting today. While the materials and master craftsmen are ready, weâre in need of additional labor.â
âGovernor Su wishes for you to assist with these tasks, considering it as part of your assessment.â
âIâve consulted the hired master, and the repair work is expected to take about ten days.â
âFor the assessment, there will be two temporary stages. The first stage lasts for five days, during which half of the participants will be eliminated.â
âThe second stage is also five days, concluding when the government office repairs are complete, leading to the elimination of another half of the participants. The final results will be announced.â
âAs for your tasks, please follow the instructions of Liu Dazhuang, Poxed Face Wang, and the repair master.â
The fifty young men couldnât help but exchange whispers.
âAre we turning into free handymen once again?â
âWeâve been working for them for ten days without knowing if we get to stay. It feels like a considerable loss.
âThey say Governor Suâs Mr. Chen is influential. Well, this plan does show his influence in action..