"Brother Zhou, you’re here?" Zhou Cheng turned his head and saw a short, plump girl with slightly dark skin looking at him with a shy expression. Who is this? He had no impression of her at all. Meanwhile, Su Xiaoxiao in front heard the familiar name and also turned back. The last time Zhou Cheng stuffed her with so much money, she was worried about how to return it to him, and here he was. When Zhang Dongmei saw her turn around, she immediately rushed over, hooked Zhou Cheng’s arm with a proud face, her chin almost raised to the sky: "Su Xiaoxiao, let me introduce, this is my battalion commander fiancé, Zhou Cheng." The people waiting for the interview all turned their attention over in unison. Zhou Cheng had a buzz cut, wearing a neatly pressed military uniform, standing tall with long legs, and just that handsome face made quite a few young girls blush. Such a handsome man, and a battalion commander at that, how lucky this female comrade is. Many young women looked at Zhou Cheng’s handsome face with envy, almost to tears. Zhou Cheng frowned slightly, and expressionlessly withdrew his hand: "Comrade, please mind your behavior." Zhang Dongmei thought he was shy, tugged at his clothes corner, and coquettishly whispered: "Brother Zhou, this damned girl always bullies me. You have to help me get some face, just cooperate a bit, won’t you?" She thought she was being coquettish with Zhou Cheng, but her eyes were not big, her skin was dark, and her face was round. That rugged face paired with a coy expression only made Zhou Cheng feel a chill. He coldly withdrew the corner of his clothes: "I’m sorry, I don’t know you, comrade." The onlookers were all dumbfounded, even Su Xiaoxiao was baffled. What’s going on? Weren’t they supposed to get married? How come Commander Zhou doesn’t know her at all? Seeing those strange looks from people around, Zhang Dongmei’s face reddened. This man, even if he wanted to avoid suspicion, shouldn’t embarrass her publicly, right? She immediately stomped her foot and turned as if to leave: "Zhou Cheng, if you keep this up, I’m done with you." Normally, the next second, Zhou Cheng should have chased after her to appease her, but... She waited for a long time, yet there was no reaction from the other side. Forget it, after all, he is a man; better leave him some face out here. Zhang Dongmei soon found an excuse for herself, pretended to turn back angrily, then saw a scene that nearly drove her mad. Zhou Cheng, this big man, was looking shyly at Su Xiaoxiao: "Mr. Zhang, don’t misunderstand, I don’t know that female comrade at all." She is Mr. Zhang, isn’t she? Zhou Cheng must be blind, to mistake this? She then marched forward, raising her hand and slapped Su Xiaoxiao: "Well, Su Xiaoxiao, you shameless vixen, how dare you seduce my fiancé?" Su Xiaoxiao, bewildered by the slap, unhesitatingly lifted her hand and struck back. A resounding slap sounded, and Zhang Dongmei’s eyes widened incredulously: "Su Xiaoxiao, you dare to hit me?" Su Xiaoxiao: "This is our first time being human, why should I yield to you?" Unexpected that she would actually strike back in front of Zhou Cheng, Zhang Dongmei’s eyes reddened, looking aggrieved towards Zhou Cheng: "Brother Zhou, this damned girl hit me." As soon as she finished speaking, she saw Zhou Cheng step forward and stand in front of her. Zhang Dongmei felt happy and immediately shot Su Xiaoxiao a triumphant glance. But in the next moment, she saw Zhou Cheng, unexpectedly with a worried face, grab Su Xiaoxiao’s hand: "Mr. Zhang, is your hand okay?" These three people’s relationship sure is a mess, who’s actually whose partner? Su Xiaoxiao was dumbfounded, what in the world is happening? Facing Zhang Dongmei’s fiery glare, Su Xiaoxiao hurriedly shook off Zhou Cheng’s hand. A wise person doesn’t fall in love, right now she just wants to make money and has no time for love affairs, much less playing the third wheel. Seeing her so disdainfully shake him off, Zhou Cheng’s voice unexpectedly carried a hint of grievance. Zhang Dongmei: "Zhou Cheng, what do you mean? Clearly, I’m your partner, why do you always side with that bitch Su Xiaoxiao?" Zhang Dongmei was furious, wanting to tear Su Xiaoxiao to pieces on the spot. Originally, she wanted to show off in front of Su Xiaoxiao, but Zhou Cheng actually treated her this way. Zhou Cheng, hearing this, looked at her in disbelief: "Su Xiaoxiao? Isn’t she Comrade Zhang Dongmei? We even met during the matchmaking." Zhang Dongmei also realized suddenly. Could it be that bitch Su Xiaoxiao secretly stole her opportunity? She had thought this damned girl was getting more and more presumptuous lately, so this was why? "Su Xiaoxiao, you shameless, I’m going to fight you!" Zhang Dongmei shrieked as she charged towards her, but before she could reach Su Xiaoxiao, a tall figure blocked her. Zhou Cheng looked at her sternly: "No matter who that is, the person I was matchmade with is her, she’s the only one I acknowledge." "Zhou Cheng, you bastard! Waaaah..." Zhang Dongmei was completely broken, she frantically hit Zhou Cheng, but he let her hit him, always firmly keeping Su Xiaoxiao shielded behind him. In the chaos, the department store opened its doors. Xu Cuilan adjusted her black-framed glasses: "What’s all this noise? Do you think this is a wet market? If you don’t want in, get out now." With that, everyone immediately quieted down, even Zhang Dongmei dared not act anymore. Wiping her tears with the back of her hand, she glared venomously at Su Xiaoxiao, the shameless vixen she would never forgive. Xu Cuilan’s emotionless gaze swept over the crowd, finally settling on Su Xiaoxiao, nodding slightly to her. Su Xiaoxiao was somewhat overwhelmed with surprise. The crowd began to line up orderly for entry. Zhou Cheng trotted alongside Su Xiaoxiao: "Comrade Su, I’ll wait outside for you, I have something to say." Su Xiaoxiao turned her head, catching sight of Zhang Dongmei’s grimacing face. She had put on makeup this morning, but now her lipstick was smeared, eyeliner ran, and foundation was patchy, looking downright horrific. Su Xiaoxiao quickly looked away, nodding at Zhou Cheng: "Alright, see you later." After the interview, she’d hurriedly return the money to Zhou Cheng, and they would be even. Read full story at 𝓷𝓸𝓿𝓮𝓵⁂𝓯𝓲𝓻𝓮⁂𝓷𝓮𝓽 Getting her affirmative answer, Zhou Cheng breathed a slight sigh of relief. Causing such a mix-up, and Comrade Su still willing to talk to him, must mean she has a good temper. He found a visible spot, waiting eagerly, his gaze following that petite figure. There were three interviewers. Su Xiaoxiao stood confidently before them, politely bowing: "Hello, leaders, I am candidate number one-twenty-eight, Su Xiaoxiao." Having introduced herself gracefully, the three judges nodded at her with satisfaction. This young comrade’s manners and etiquette were impeccable, standing out among the interviewees. The three exchanged glances, just about to score when suddenly someone rushed in through the door.
Back to the 1970s: Building My Fortune Through Time Trading - Chapter 54
Updated: Oct 28, 2025 5:45 AM
