The Beginning of the World: Going to the Countryside as an Educated Youth

Chapter 296 Old Curator John

Zhao Dongchuan did not argue with the old lady anymore, but walked straight into the library.

"Hey... man, are you here to read a book?"

A fat, unshaven security guard in uniform looked at him with some confusion.

"Yes... This is a library, of course I'm here to read books... I just bought some skiing equipment, so I came to see if there are any related books..."

Zhao Dongchuan said with a smile.

The security guard didn't comment, just nodded, and it was unclear whether he believed it or not.

But he obviously didn't care about these things... This is a public library, there are all kinds of people here, and as long as they don't bring in food, drinks or pets, no one will care about them.

Zhao Dongchuan came to an empty space on the third floor of the library carrying bags.

After putting away everything in his hands, he began to look around...

He remembered that somewhere here there was a large office with a fireplace that had not been used for many years...

Soon, Zhao Dongchuan found it in the south part of the hall.

But apparently there was someone in the office at this time...

"Hey... sir, I think you are lost..."

An old man with a white beard and wearing casual clothes was writing something at his desk. When he saw Zhao Dongchuan pushing the door open, he looked up at him.

"Yes, sir, I think I am lost..."

"I came from a faraway place... I'm a little tired... Can I rest here for a while?"

Zhao Dongchuan said with a slight smile.

"Oh, let me think about it... I am an old man and there is nothing worth coveting... and you don't look like a bad person... Then young man, please take a seat, I think we can have a good chat..."

The old man put down the pen in his hand with great interest and invited Zhao Dongchuan to sit on the sofa next to him.

"Let me introduce myself. My name is John, and I'm the director of this library. May I ask if you are from Foot Basin, China, or Kimchi Country?"

"Hello, you can call me Zhao, dear curator, I'm from China!"

"Oh, that's an interesting place... I happen to be studying ancient Eastern culture right now... I think we can have a good chat!"

"Haha, that's a coincidence... My major in college was archaeology... I think we can have a good communication!"

"..."

Zhao Dongchuan found the old man very interesting and had no intention of chasing him away. Instead, he enjoyed chatting with the young man and inevitably became more talkative!

The two then had a general exchange on ancient Eastern history and culture.

"Oh, Zhao... I didn't expect you to be so knowledgeable... This country in the East is so mysterious... I've always wanted to travel to China... But unfortunately I'm too old... I can't walk anymore!"

"It's a pity... I think traveling will become a luxury in the years to come..."

Zhao Dongchuan sighed and said lightly.

"Oh? Zhao, what do you mean?"

"Ding-a-ding-a-ding-a-ling!"

The old curator John was just about to continue asking questions when the phone rang!

He paused, then turned to his desk to answer the phone...

"Hello……"

"..."

"Okay, I know!"

The old curator hung up the phone with a gloomy look on his face.

Turning around, he said to Zhao Dongchuan: "I'm sorry, I think I have to leave right away... It's nice to meet you... I hope we will have the chance to meet again in the future..."

The old curator had obviously heard some bad news from the other end of the phone, and spoke in a daze.

"Haha, Mr. Director... I'm glad you like Eastern culture... Thank you for the coffee..."

Zhao Dongchuan said with a smile while holding a cup of coffee.

The old curator forced a smile and said hesitantly, "Mr. Zhao... Although it may be a little abrupt, I still suggest that you leave this city immediately... It may be dangerous here in the future..."

Zhao Dongchuan showed a "confused" expression very appropriately...

"Mr. John, what happened?"

"Well... it's like this... my son who works in a government department told me that New York State... New York State... might have a huge disaster... and asked me to leave immediately..."

"You know, although my son and I haven't seen each other for a long time, I heard his anxiety and worry over the phone... I think I should believe him, even though this is a bit sudden..."

"He told me to travel light... but I... don't want to leave here... you know, old people always like to reminisce about the past..."

Old John sat on the sofa and said with a sense of loss...

After a few minutes, Old John calmed himself down, stood up again, put on his thick coat, wrapped himself in a scarf, and packed some important personal belongings.

"I think I should listen to my son... It's ridiculous to think about it. When he was young, the father took care of the son. Now that he is old, the son takes care of the father..."

Old John made a joke with some humor.

"Zhao, I'm leaving now. I probably won't be back for a long time... If you are willing to believe me... you can come with me..."

Old John said to Zhao Dongchuan with a slight hesitation.

"Haha, thank you, Director John, I wish you a safe journey... I don't want to leave here for the time being... It's quite interesting here... I think I can stay for a few more days..."

Seeing Zhao Dongchuan's tactful refusal, Old John sighed.

"I respect your decision. Even though we've only known each other for a short time, I can see that you are a confident and calm person... I wish you good luck!"

Old John stretched out his hand, shook hands with Zhao Dongchuan, and left.

"Oh, by the way... this key is for you..."

Old John walked to the door and stopped, took out a key from his pocket and handed it to Zhao Dongchuan.

"This is my office... You can rest here... Until you want to leave... I will greet the administrator... No one will disturb you..."

"Thank you very much, Director John... You are so generous..."

Taking the key from Old John, Zhao Dongchuan said sincerely.

He really didn't expect that Old John was so kind-hearted... Not only did he speak the truth frankly and without concealment to persuade him to leave, he also gave him a place to rest.

"Haha, if there really is a huge disaster in New York... then this key and everything... are meaningless! I'd better leave it to you... I think you might need it!"

After saying that, Old John smiled and waved his hand, then left with a staggering gait, looking particularly lonely.

Zhao Dongchuan restrained his smile and watched Old John's figure gradually leave.

"In the face of a great disaster, not all of humanity shows its evil side. There are still some bright spots..."

he thought to himself.

Old John could have said nothing, done nothing, just driven him away and left himself, but he didn't do that.

Instead, he told him the content of the phone conversation and persuaded him to leave. This is indeed a rare kindness.

"But what does this have to do with me... I just want to find a place to stay... It's time to go back... I don't know what time it is over there, have you missed lunch..."

Zhao Dongchuan muttered to himself, then went outside and brought in all his "equipment" and placed them in a corner of the office.

"Okay... I've got all the things... I think I can take a good rest now!"

After locking the office door from the inside, Zhao Dongchuan lay on a long sofa.

Then his mind sank into the sea of ​​consciousness, and his awareness connected with the [Small Universe Shuttle].

"Start the shuttle!!!"

The next moment, Zhao Dongchuan disappeared silently on the spot.

………………

Red Star Steel Rolling Plant, on the roof of a small building somewhere!

Zhao Dongchuan appeared silently at his original position again.

"Huh... I'm finally back..."

Looking at the blue sky and the scorching sun above the steel mill, he said with some emotion.

Although the Lighthouse Country in the world of "The Day After Tomorrow" is freer, the weather is really bad... It is really depressing to stay there for a long time with strong winds and rain everywhere.

Zhao Dongchuan activated the Breath-Concealing Technique and used his Light Kung Fu at the same time, and quickly jumped off the roof and landed on the ground. Then he went straight to the canteen of the steel rolling mill.

"Hey, Xiao Zhao, you're here... I haven't seen you much this morning..."

Master Liu Cheng, who was eating in the cafeteria, noticed him very sharply.

"Master Liu, I just went to join in the fun and see how they exercise. It's quite interesting..."

"Hey, Xiao Zhao... just watch these things, don't get involved..."

Master Liu whispered to Zhao Dongchuan.

"Haha, Master Liu, I know what's going on... I won't mess around... I'll stop talking. I'm going to go get food. If it's any later, there won't be any soup left..."

Zhao Dongchuan laughed, explained a few words, and went straight to the food window.

"Hey... this kid..."

Master Liu smiled helplessly.

[Thanks to the boss "Minghai Binary Stars", asking for free gifts]