Chapter 301: Chapter 301: Guo Gang Found at Black Boxing Match
Both of them carried helts, raincoats, and protective clothing, and asked Chen Shaonan and Duan Shui to analyze them based on their knowledge of physics and chemistry, to see how they could make these items both more aesthetically pleasing and safer.
Chen Shaonan and Duan Shui examined the items and ultimately concluded that the helts already provided excellent head protection and that theirs were the best military grade. In Chen Lang’s words, even in a ga, these would be considered Level 3 Head, so there was basically no possibility of further upgrades.
As for aesthetics, apart from hand-painting them, there wasn’t much that could be done to beautify them—they couldn’t be made smaller. How could such a large object look good?
Gu Pan listened to Chen Shaonan and Duan Shui and admitted that their points were valid, so she didn’t insist further. She left a set of helts, raincoats, and protective goggles for them so that they could take turns using them when going out—there were still sets for Cheng Yang and Feng Zhekai. It wouldn’t make sense to produce too many at once. One set per family was easier to justify.
Moreover, Lu Jianguo had ntioned that if a disaster were to occur, the work schedules wouldn’t be the sa as they were now: the workload for ordinary workers would be reduced, and work hours would be staggered. So, one set per family would generally suffice. For soone like Lu Xuerong, it would be unnecessary to go out in dangerous tis.
Returning from Chen Shaonan’s place, Lu Jianguo was standing at the door watching the courtyard. Upon their arrival, he said, “Tomorrow, pack up these greenhouses in the yard to prevent them from getting damaged when the disaster strikes. These are rare now, and we can bring them out again after the disaster passes.”
Lu Ruisheng replied, “Got it, Dad. I’ll take care of it tomorrow.”
Lu Jianguo continued, “If we don’t sell this car, cover it well with tarpaulin and place wooden fras on top to prevent damage.”
Lu Ruisheng continued to agree.
Lu Jianguo glanced at the roof, “Tomorrow, the broadcast will announce the need to strengthen the roofs. Listen up for the notice tomorrow and go gather the materials.”
Gu Pan took out a small notebook, “Better write it down, just in case we forget sothing.”
Lu Jianguo looked at Gu Pan approvingly, “Panpan is always thoughtful, unlike that silly boy who just agrees without taking it to heart.”
Lu Ruisheng felt wronged, “Dad, I rember everything.”
Lu Jianguo disagreed completely, “A good mory is not as reliable as a bad pen, understand? You rember today, but what about tomorrow? Besides, I still have more to say. Can you really rember it all?”
Lu Ruisheng looked towards Gu Pan for help.
Gu Pan pretended not to notice and, smiling, asked Lu Jianguo, “Dad, what else is there? Tell , and I’ll write it down.”
Lu Jianguo proceeded to tell Gu Pan about other precautions.
Lu Ruisheng stood aside, realizing for the first ti that his wife was a bit mischievous. Thinking about it, he couldn’t help but smile.
Lu Jianguo frowned at Lu Ruisheng, “Boy, what are you thinking about? We’re discussing serious matters, and you’re daydreaming.”
Lu Ruisheng realized that parents always tend to praise other people’s children; it’s quite true indeed.
He simply ran away. It was better to hide since staying there only ant getting scolded.
Gu Pan watched him dash into the house and couldn’t help laughing. He had missed out on a lot of his childhood, but now it seed like he was gradually making up for it.
Lu Jianguo also smiled and said to Gu Pan, “Actually, this kid is pretty good and smart, but I have to take him down a notch when I have nothing else to do. You two will face a lot in the future. Besides having solid skills yourself, you also have to learn so patience, to keep a low profile, and to navigate complicated social waters. If you end up at the Mount Everest Base, you’ll be dealing with people who have significant status, abilities, or background. Interactions there might be more complex than they are now.”
Gu Pan listened to Lu Jianguo’s words. Initially, she thought he was just like other parents, praising other people’s children to motivate their own.
But after hearing Lu Jianguo’s further explanation, she understood it wasn’t like that at all. Lu Jianguo had been paving the way for Lu Ruisheng’s future all along. A parent’s love for their child entails making far-reaching plans for them.
She said, “Don’t worry, Dad. We will be careful in the future, and we will observe more and talk less.”
“Mmm, I trust you, but I have to keep reminding you. I am not young anymore, and people’s physical abilities are not what they used to be after the apocalypse. I cannot be sure which day will be my last, so while I am still alive, I want to talk more.”
“Dad, you’re in good health, and we can get food and nutritional supplents. You’ll live to a ripe old age.”
“I used to hope to live longer because I wanted to find Shengsheng and see that old lady get what she deserved, but now that all this is done, I don’t cling to these thoughts anymore.”
After Lu Jianguo finished speaking, he looked at Gu Pan and said seriously, “Child, rember, if one day, only two people can go to Mount Everest, do not worry about . Rember, you are young, you are my hope. If there is danger, you must protect yourselves first. Your safety will put my mind at ease, even in death; otherwise, I might as well be dead.”
Listening to Lu Jianguo’s words, Gu Pan felt a pang of sadness. Her father-in-law was really wonderful, and his heart was full of Lu Ruisheng.
At that mont, Lu Ruisheng hadn’t gone far. After entering the house, he had planned to water the vegetables and then asked Gu Pan to co in and see how they had grown, but he heard Lu Jianguo’s last words at the doorway.
He didn’t co out, but his heart felt heavy, overco by the greatness of a father’s love.
His heart ward. His parents’ love ca late but was no less complete. Even without seeing his mother, he knew she had given everything for him.
All his previous shadows were swept away.
The next day, the normal alternation of day and night fully returned. The noon sunshine prompted many people to co out and sunbathe. Two months of polar night had caused many to develop skin diseases, and sunbathing could help the skin heal faster.
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng went to the Underground Entertainnt City again, today intending to visit the Black Boxing Club.
Zhang Peng, knowing they were coming today, was already waiting in the lobby.
Seeing them, Zhang Peng was particularly enthusiastic. “Mr. and Mrs., please, co this way.”
Gu Pan and Lu Ruisheng followed him through a long corridor, finally stopping in front of a large iron door.
After giving the correct password, they were allowed in.
Upon entering, Gu Pan was astonished; the place was just like the black boxing clubs she had seen on TV.
In the center was a ring enclosed by iron sh, surrounded by tiered seating.
At that mont, two n were boxing in the center—one had already been knocked down, bloodied, while the dominant fighter continued his assault, with no indication from the referee to stop.
Cheers surged wave after wave from the crowd, many of whom ca just for the thrill, indifferent to the fighters’ wellbeing.
Not knowing the rules of Black Boxing, Gu Pan could only watch.
Truth be told, she did not enjoy such places; she preferred peace. But having entered, it wasn’t possible to just leave now.
Suddenly, a cheer erupted from the crowd: “231 is up! I knew betting on him was right!”
When Gu Pan looked again, the man who had been at a disadvantage and pinned down had used his opponent’s weakness to counterattack successfully. He had turned the tables and was forcefully pumling the other fighter.
“Guo Gang?” When Gu Pan clearly saw the face of the man called 231, she was stunned. She tried to keep her voice down, but it was not soft. Fortunately, everyone was cheering and no one paid attention to their conversation; many were discussing how much they had gained from their bets.
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