During the day, Wang Jianguo was never one to sit idle. Knowing that Secretary Dong enjoyed reading the paper, he took it upon himself to handle the daily delivery. Each day, he would go to the mailbox at the appointed time, retrieve the newspaper, carefully organize it, and present it to Secretary Dong, ensuring he could stay informed about the world without delay. If he noticed Secretary Dong taking an interest in a particular article, he would pull up a chair to discuss it with him, sharing his own insights and often making the Secretary burst into hearty laughter.
Grandma Dong was usually fond of tending to her flowers and plants, but since Secretary Dong fell ill, they had been somewhat neglected. Wang Jianguo took note of this. He picked up the watering can and began watering, fertilizing, and pruning each pot. Under his meticulous care, the once-drooping plants regained their vibrant vitality. Seeing this, Grandma Dong would beam with joy, praising Wang Jianguo for his skillful hands and thoughtful heart.
As for the mundane household chores—washing dishes, wiping tables, doing laundry—Wang Jianguo took them all on. He washed the dishes with practiced ease, leaving every bowl gleaming; when wiping the table, he was meticulous, not missing a single stain until the surface shone like a mirror. When doing laundry, he carefully distinguished the fabric of each garment, choosing the appropriate washing method to ensure they were cleaned thoroughly without damage. In the sh…
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