Reborn in the 80s: The Smart Wife with a Secret Space Chapter 1234: Brother and Sister Reunited

Gu Wanqing was practically buzzing with anticipation ever since her son-in-law, He Jinxuan, had made that call.

After secretly making all the necessary arrangements, she carefully timed everything. Leaving her son under the care of her elderly mother and Aunt Zhang, she set off with Han Jingchen for the train station. "Jingchen," she asked, her voice tinged with uncertainty, "do you think Second Brother has changed much?"

Han Jingchen clasped his wife's hand reassuringly. "Don't worry. No matter how much Second Brother has changed, I'm certain you'll recognize each other instantly."

Once their car was parked, Gu Wanqing glanced around anxiously. "The train shouldn't be delayed, right?"

Han Jingchen presented her with the bouquet he had purchased earlier, attempting to lighten her mood with a playful tone. "With me here, what's a little delay?"

A faint smile touched Gu Wanqing's lips. "I'm sorry. I'm just feeling incredibly nervous."

Opting against any special arrangements, Han Jingchen led Gu Wanqing directly to the ticket counter to purchase two platform tickets. "Come on, let's head to the platform and wait for them."

Hearing this, Gu Wanqing’s excitement surged. "Yes, yes! Let's wait on the platform. I want Second Brother to see me the moment he steps off the train."

As the couple joined the throng entering the station, the deputy stationmaster on duty, stationed behind the ticket inspectors, recognized Han Jingchen. "Director Han? What brings you here?"

Assuming Director Han was on an inspection tour, he hurried over to greet him.

Han Jingchen waved dismissively. "Please continue with your duties. I'm here on personal business, so don't mind me."

The deputy stationmaster, clearly wanting to offer his escort, was gently but firmly waved off by Han Jingchen.

After Han Jingchen and Gu Wanqing had moved on, the ticket inspector leaned in and quietly inquired, "Deputy stationmaster, who was that gentleman?"

The deputy stationmaster turned his gaze away, his expression unreadable. "Just focus on checking tickets."

He then strode towards the station office, a nagging worry prompting him to consider reporting the encounter to his superiors. Should an inspection occur, failing to accompany a high-ranking official like Han Jingchen could spell trouble.

The minutes spent waiting seemed to stretch into eternity.

Gu Wanqing repeatedly checked with Han Jingchen, asking if her outfit was suitable or if her makeup had smudged. All she wanted was for her Second Brother to see her at her absolute best.

It seemed fate was smiling upon them today; trains that were often tardy arrived precisely on schedule.

Gu Wanqing's gaze was fixed on carriage number six. The instant the train halted, she surged forward.

The three individuals inside the carriage appeared to sense her presence simultaneously, looking down from the windows.

Upon spotting the familiar figure, Gu Yize, a grown man, was overwhelmed. Tears welled in his eyes. "It's Wanqing! It's truly our Wanqing!"

Casting all else aside, he instructed, "Yanyan, look after Grandpa."

With that, he began to push his way through the crowd. "Excuse me, sorry, pardon me. I have something urgent!"

He jostled his way off the train, muttering apologies. "Wanqing! My little sister!"

At that very moment, Gu Wanqing, moving like a gust of wind, met him. The brother and sister embraced tightly. "Second Brother! I finally see you!"

Gu Wanqing's tears flowed unrestrained. "Second Brother, have you been well all these years?"

Passersby occasionally cast curious glances, but Gu Wanqing paid them no mind. She craved only the comforting embrace of her Second Brother, a release for the years of pent-up longing and worry.

As her sobs gradually subsided, Mr. Gu, accompanied by Xinyan, disembarked from the train.

Han Jingchen gently guided Gu Wanqing away from Gu Yize's embrace. "Wanqing, Dad and Miss Xinyan are off the train now. Let's talk properly when we get home, alright?"

Gu Wanqing finally ceased crying, though her emotions still ran high. She called out, her voice thick with tears, "Dad."

Mr. Gu, understanding his daughter's profound feelings at that moment, simply said, "Let's go home."

Gu Wanqing nodded. "Okay."

She then took the bouquet from Han Jingchen and presented it to her Second Brother. "Welcome home, Second Brother."

Gu Yize reached out, affectionately ruffling his sister's hair. "Alright, let's head home."

Mr. Gu, his concern evident, asked his daughter, "Wanqing, how has your mother's health been recently?"

Gu Yize echoed the sentiment. "Wanqing, is Mom doing alright?"

Gu Wanqing accepted the handkerchief Han Jingchen offered and dabbed her eyes. "I've asked Aunt Zhang to come stay with her. Oh, Aunt Zhang is..."

She proceeded to explain Aunt Zhang's situation to her Second Brother. "I was worried that if her emotions were stirred while I'm busy preparing Second Brother's courtyard in the coming days, so I brought Aunt Zhang over to keep her company."

Gu Wanqing turned to her daughter, her expression softening. "Yanyan, you've been through a lot this time."

Xinyan smiled sweetly. "I'm just happy to have found Second Uncle. It wasn't difficult at all. Let's hurry home; everyone misses Grandma."