Chapter 1785 - 1173: Love

Chapter 1785: Chapter 1173: Love

Before dawn, making up for yesterday.

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"Chuxia..."

Seeing Chuxia come in, Lv Xiaomei’s face was full of gratitude, her blush felt like it was about to drip blood, stammering, she couldn’t utter a complete sentence for a long time.

"Xiaomei, could you pour a glass of water and take it out to Zhang Ping..." Chuxia winked at Lv Xiaomei, plopping down onto the sofa, "I’ve been talking and now I’m thirsty, need a glass of water to replenish."

Knowing Chuxia was creating an opportunity for her, Lv Xiaomei poured the water, blushing as she brought it out. Zhang Ping, who had already heard the conversation inside, awkwardly accepted the water, repeatedly saying, "Thank you, thank you..."

"You’re welcome."

Lv Xiaomei was about to turn back to the room when Chuxia’s voice came through, "Xiaomei, wait to take back the cup. With just us girls inside, how could Zhang Ping feel comfortable coming in?"

The step she had taken was dragged back, Lv Xiaomei stood straight opposite Zhang Ping, her eyes fixated on the cup he was drinking from...

Originally a bit nervous, Zhang Ping noticed and hurried up his pace, the scorching hot water went down his throat burning, yet he didn’t dare to make a sound...

"Take it slow..." Lv Xiaomei, who had poured the water herself, knew how hot it was and quickly advised, "I’m not in a hurry..." After a slight hesitation, she simply said, "Actually, Chuxia just wanted to create a chance for us, because I like you but was embarrassed to say it. Since you also like me, shall we give it a try and talk?"

"Alright... cough..."

Zhang Ping did not expect Lv Xiaomei to say that, choking on a sip of water, he started coughing violently. Lv Xiaomei quickly reached out to pat his back. By the time Zhang Ping stopped coughing, his face was as red as Guan Gong’s —those in the tent lifted the flap to watch the fun, the light just hitting Zhang Ping’s face...

"I’ll... I’ll go in." Lv Xiaomei took the cup, heading into the tent in a fluster. She regretted it the moment she said it, thinking she was too bold —how could she say something like that, what would Zhang Ping think of her? Too deep in thought, she didn’t even notice the people standing by the tent entrance, crashing straight into them. Zhao Bingbing, standing in the middle, quickly moved aside, barely avoiding being hit...

Once inside the tent, Lv Xiaomei realized it was empty, puzzled, she looked around until she heard laughter behind her and understood. She turned back, her face flushed, "You... you guys are so bad!"

"Yes, we are so bad..." Mockingly mimicking, Zhao Bingbing came over and put an arm around her shoulders, "Xiaomei, you’re awesome, I admire your courage. Girls should be straightforward, being coy is the most boring!"

Wu Jingbo agreed, "Yes, I admire Xiaomei for that too. She usually seems quiet and introverted, yet at crucial times, she’s decisive and doesn’t let the opportunity slip. Such people succeed easily."

Chuxia cheerfully poured four glasses of water, "Come on, let’s have a glass of water to celebrate, congratulations on Xiaomei being off the market!"

"Alright, congratulations Xiaomei!"

"Congratulations, congratulations!"

"..."

Listening to the laughter inside, Zhang Ping, who had calmed down, couldn’t help but smile. He never imagined that a new romance would arrive in this way.

Especially with the girl he had been noticing and liking, he had fantasized about it, only to learn from their conversations that she was from the Capital City, which subconsciously made him back off.

Now, knowing he is from the countryside, and she still expressed liking him...

He’s so happy, his heart feels like it’s going to leap out...

...

No one expected someone to come stealing vegetables; the Y side’s kitchen wasn’t guarded, making the vegetable stealing plan surprisingly smooth. In the latter half of the night where people’s spirits are at their weakest, the group that came were all regular "thieves", thus, they moved seamlessly, most of the vegetables changed locations, and the Division Commander Tongzi even managed to grab two chickens. Of course, to prevent the crowing creatures from ruining things, he knocked them out cold while they were still nestled, legs tucked in...

Watching Division Commander Tongzi with the two feathered creatures in hand, Zhou Hanliang really had no words; it wasn’t that they lacked these things, he just couldn’t reconcile the image of a chicken thief with the wise and mighty Division Commander...

When Zhou Mikang lifted the tent flap and came in, the few of them immediately stood up. Seeing the two chickens in his hands, they all looked like they wanted to laugh but dared not. Of course, Chuxia wasn’t that kind and greeted him with a smile, scrutinizing him: "Looks like it went pretty well, you actually brought back two chickens. Are you here to take credit?"

"Yeah, I promised to bring you back two chickens, so I couldn’t break my word." Zhou Mikang smiled and ruffled her hair, "Alright, we’re back too, let’s go back and sleep with everyone."

Chuxia dodged his big hand, frowned, and glared at him discontentedly: "Ugh, your hands are all chickeny and you touched my head, so dirty!"

Zhou Mikang deliberately teased her: "It’s fine, these chickens are clean, no chicken poop."

"Ah ah ah..." Chuxia pushed him angrily, "You’re so gross!"

Others: "..." Is it really okay to show off your love like this?

"Alright then, we’re leaving. Chuxia, don’t go back now. Too many people make it too obvious." Wu Jingbo pulled them both by the arm and quickly slipped away. If they stayed any longer, she feared the Division Commander might hold a grudge against them! When his eyes swept over them, she was scared into a cold sweat. Damn, he clearly thought they were too bright of third wheels just now...

"I’ll make chicken soup for you tomorrow morning, go to sleep." Zhou Mikang put down the chickens and washed his hands as he said to Chuxia, "You can’t tire yourself out now, whether confirmed or not, it’s better to be careful."

"No need, if you keep giving me special treatment, people will gossip about it. By the way..." Chuxia’s eyes sparkled as she looked at him, "Zhang Ping and Lv Xiaomei have decided to date."

Zhou Mikang looked at her amused: "All that while we were stealing vegetables, and you paired them up?"

"Yeah, but it can’t really be counted as my doing. They’d liked each other long ago, just hadn’t made it clear. Zhou Mikang, I think you can transfer the single and quality soldiers who need partners to be guards. Maybe I can help solve this problem."

"Sounds good..." Zhou Mikang nodded, "Alright, if Zhang Ping’s situation is sorted, we can replace him, and I’ll leave the daunting task of solving the lifelong affairs to you."

"Making it a task isn’t fun. I only have so few people around me, not enough to go around. Besides, some already have boyfriends. We can’t break them up to please you, right?"

"Right." Zhou Mikang smiled and pinched his little wife’s soft cheek, "Then we won’t change. Let’s sleep. You’ve worried enough, let things take their course."

"Um..." Chuxia hesitated for a moment, looking at Zhou Mikang, "Ye Meiru has almost recovered. How do you plan to arrange her?"

"Let her go back." Zhou Mikang sighed, "She was heavily injured and now she’s healed. Staying here isn’t appropriate, and Grandpa Ye has forgiven her. It’s better for her to reunite with her family. If Zuo Hai wants to return with her, I’ll approve it. At that time, you should also go back. This place isn’t suitable for you to stay in anymore."

"If you keep pushing me, I’m really going to get mad..." Chuxia stared at him discontentedly, "I haven’t even reacted yet, and you’re already sending me back. What’s with that? Anyway, I’m not going back, if I do, we’re going back together."

"Every time you call, you miss Beibei and Nannan so much you cry, why put yourself through that?" Zhou Mikang sighed helplessly, "I’ll take care of myself, just go back with peace of mind, please?"

"No, they do need me, but there are plenty of people at home to accompany them, and here, you only have me..." Chuxia looked at him seriously, "I came because I wanted to go back with you, too. I know it won’t last long. Where I’m placed is very safe. I can help. I’m not a burden, stop pushing me away, okay?"

"So stubborn, fine, I won’t push you, do what your heart wants, let’s sleep, let’s sleep..." He forcefully tucked his little wife into bed, gently patting her as if soothing a mischievous child...

Lying there, appearing to breathe calmly as if asleep, but in reality Chuxia’s heart was tormented. She missed the two kids like crazy but just didn’t show it in front of others.

It’s not like she hasn’t thought of going back early, but after experiencing real war, she’s too scared and unwilling to go back. Life is too unpredictable. It’s rare enough to meet a man she likes and who treats her well. She wants to stay by his side when he needs her.

Especially now, with her medical skills, she holds a pivotal role in the medical team. Staying is definitely more beneficial than harmful.

Of course, she feels guilty towards the twins. Every time there’s a chance to call, the two little ones would chatter for ages, even saying, "Mom, take care of dad, we’re fine with so many people with us."

Not even two, these children are worryingly sensible, making her proud as a mother but also guilty, yet at the same time, she doesn’t want Zhou Mikang to worry about her.

He already has enough on his plate. She’s staying to help him, not to be a hindrance!

How could Zhou Mikang not sense whether his little wife was truly asleep? And how could he not understand her motivations? At this point, saying anything is less reassuring than saying nothing, so he pretended not to notice her dilemma, lay down beside her, wrapped his arm around her waist, and feigned sleep...

You pretend... so I’ll pretend... just because... I love you so deeply! (To be continued. If you like this work, please come to Qidian (qidian.com) to vote for a recommendation ticket or monthly ticket. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please visit m.qidian.com to read.)