As the year turned, in March, Zhou Xiaozheng informed his daughter that things had been settled. Although there wasn't a specific red document issued from the top, there were clear instructions given to the local Zhishi Youth Offices.
Similarly, Zhou Xiaozheng had more leisure time now, not because he was sidelined by the new leadership, but because he was avoiding factional disputes and focusing on his primary duties.
Amidst the external chaos, even Mr. Cheng officially retired, which was considered a blessing in misfortune. Among his old comrades, besides Old Yi, Mr. Wan, Mr. Fang, and Mr. Mo, even Elder Jiang was sent back to his hometown.
It's worth mentioning Old Master Jiang here, a sadly unfortunate veteran. He dedicated everything to the country, neglected the education of his family and children, and in the end, got implicated by his youngest son.
