Chapter 618 Sending Secretary Dong Home
Just then, the door was gently pushed open and Secretary Huang walked in with brisk steps.
With a look of relief and joy on his face after completing the task, he held the crucial discharge certificate tightly in his hand.
The paper swayed slightly in his hand, making a slight rustling sound, as if announcing that Secretary Dong was about to start a new life after his recovery.
Wang Jianguo's sharp eyes caught Secretary Huang's figure in an instant. He immediately stood up, with a smile on his face, and said to Secretary Dong and Grandma Dong who was sitting nearby and watching silently:
"Secretary Huang is back. Now we are all set. Let's go! Grandma Dong, you have to help Secretary Dong walk slowly."
"He just got out of the hospital and is still weak. Don't worry. Don't worry about the things. I'll get them and I guarantee nothing will be left behind."
As he spoke, he quickly walked to the bedside, carefully picked up the bundle prepared by Secretary Dong, and checked whether the straps of the bundle were fastened tightly.
He then sorted out several books of documents on a chair nearby and held them firmly under his armpit with one hand.
Grandma Dong had already stood up. Her wrinkled face was now blooming with a smile as warm as the spring sun, and her eyes were full of love and gratitude for Wang Jianguo and Secretary Huang.
She slowly walked to Wang Jianguo, reached out her hand and gently patted his shoulder, and said in a slightly hoarse but extremely kind voice:
"Jianguo, and Xiao Huang, you have been working hard during this period. You have been running around for the old man's illness, and you have been so busy that you have never had to rest. Grandma has seen it all."
"Go back, grandma will make you some delicious food and reward you well."
The tone was as if he was talking to a younger generation, intimate and warm.
Wang Jianguo and Secretary Huang looked at each other, and a touch of emotion flashed in their eyes. They said in unison:
"Thank you, Grandma Dong. Don't be so polite. This is what we should do."
Afterwards, Wang Jianguo signaled Secretary Huang to lead the way, while he followed behind carrying the bags.
He would also keep an eye on the footsteps of Secretary Dong and Grandma Dong from time to time, fearing that they would walk too fast or accidentally trip.
The group slowly walked out of the ward. Secretary Dong's steps were a little slow but firm. Grandma Dong held his arm tightly. The two talked in low voices, laughing from time to time.
Wang Jianguo and Secretary Huang followed behind, looking at the heartwarming scene in front of them, their hearts filled with relief, as if all the hard work during this period of time had disappeared at this moment, leaving only a beautiful vision of the future.
They walked slowly along the long corridor of the hospital, each step expressing their yearning for a new life. The sunlight poured in through the windows at the end of the corridor, illuminating their way forward.
Secretary Huang has always been thorough and considerate in his work. He had already contacted a jeep in advance before accompanying Secretary Dong to go through the discharge procedures.
At this moment, the army green jeep was parked steadily at the entrance of the hospital. The body of the jeep was shining in the sunlight, like a loyal guard quietly waiting for its owner to return.
Secretary Dong, with the support of Grandma Dong, although his steps were not very agile, every step revealed the determination of someone who had just recovered from a serious illness.
Wang Jianguo and Secretary Huang followed behind, carrying large and small bags, and the group slowly walked towards the jeep.
After everyone got in the car, the driver started the car steadily and drove towards Secretary Dong's home. Along the way, Secretary Dong looked through the car window at the familiar yet somewhat unfamiliar street scene.
A trace of affection flashed in his eyes from time to time, and Grandma Dong spoke to him softly, as if she was comforting him or sharing his joy of returning home.
Soon, the jeep slowly stopped at the door of Secretary Dong's house. Wang Jianguo jumped out of the car first, then ran to the other side, helped Grandma Dong open the door, and helped her get out of the car.
Then, together with Secretary Huang, they carefully helped Secretary Dong out of the car.
As soon as he got off the car, Secretary Dong seemed to be injected with a new energy, and his whole spirit and energy were different.
He raised his head slightly, took a deep breath of the air of his hometown, a childlike smile bloomed on his face, and standing at the door, he couldn't help but sigh:
"Oh, there is no place like home! I have been in the hospital for almost half a month, and I have to smell the pungent smell of disinfectant every day."
"Listening to the beeping sound of the instrument, I was looking forward to going home as soon as possible. Now that I am finally back, I really miss home."
As he spoke, he looked towards the old locust tree not far away. Under the tree, he used to play chess and chat with a bunch of old friends. His eyes were full of nostalgia, and then he said with a bit of sarcasm:
"I don't know if my old friends have found new chess friends. Now that I'm in the hospital, they should not take my position as the 'chess king'."
His tone showed both concern for his old friend and longing for the leisurely life in the past, making people truly feel his joy of returning home.
Grandma Dong watched from the side and said jokingly with a smile:
"You are still the 'chess king'. When you are fully recovered, go meet them and see who is better."
After hearing this, everyone started laughing. For a moment, laughter and joy spread out at the entrance of Secretary Dong's courtyard.
The haze that had been hanging over everyone's heads for many days was dispelled, and it seemed as if everything was setting sail again in a better direction.
Just as everyone was immersed in the joy of returning home, a sound of brisk footsteps came closer and closer.
The neighbor lady whom Wang Jianguo had asked for directions earlier heard the noise at the door and came to open the door to check in a hurried but enthusiastic manner.
As soon as the eldest sister appeared, a brilliant smile instantly bloomed on her face. That smile seemed to be able to dispel all the haze and make people feel warm in their hearts.
Her eyes first fell on Secretary Dong and Grandma Dong, her eyes full of concern and joy, and she said loudly:
"Oh, grandpa and grandma, he's been discharged from the hospital! Look at how energetic my grandpa is. He is much better than when he went to the hospital a few days ago. He is in great shape now!"
As she spoke, she turned her gaze and saw Wang Jianguo standing beside her. Her eyes suddenly lit up as if she had discovered something new.
"Hey, isn't this the young man who asked me how to get to the hospital a few days ago? Auntie, is this your relative?"
As she spoke, she looked at Wang Jianguo curiously, her eyes flashing with friendliness and closeness.
Grandma Dong always has a kind smile on her face. Although the years have left deep wrinkles on her face, that smile at this moment makes her look particularly amiable.
She nodded slightly and replied softly:
"He's a junior who came to visit our old boss. This kid is kind-hearted and has helped us a lot during this period. He's been running around and is exhausted."