Capítulo 1058: Chapter 711: Nonsense
The second watch has arrived.
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“Qiao Ningwei?” After Zhou Xiangping walked away, Luo Xiaoqiong couldn’t help but whisper, “Chuxia, do you think the person your sister-in-law ntioned could be related to Qiao Ningyi?”
Chuxia nodded: “There’s a high chance they are. They seem to be part of the sa circle, and their nas are so similar, they must be cousins or sothing like that?”
“Chuxia, I think Qiao Ningyi’s brother seems to like you…” Luo Xiaoqiong leaned closer to Chuxia’s ear and said, “The night we ca back, we ate at a small restaurant outside the military base with your brother, and he was there too. He took the initiative to join us and was asking about you.”
Chuxia glared at her: “Are you overthinking it? When I was with Group A before, he never took the initiative to greet . He probably just thought it was impolite not to acknowledge a fellow soldier and couldn’t find a topic, so he asked.”
“Could that really be the case?” Luo Xiaoqiong frowned, uncertain, “But, he actively brought up the situation when we first t. Could that really be just making small talk?”
“What do you think?” Chuxia rolled her eyes, “Would a highly lauded military golden boy who has only t twice keep thinking about ? Do you really think I’m such a big deal?”
“You are a big deal…” Luo Xiaoqiong poked her, “Don’t be so smug, are you secretly thrilled inside?”
“Thrilled your head!” Chuxia glared at her, “Am I that kind of person?”
“Uh…”
Without waiting for Luo Xiaoqiong to say anything, Chuxia continued on her own: “To tell you the truth, I do feel a little happy. At the very least, it proves that I’m not just a background character, I have so presence, right?”
Luo Xiaoqiong: “…” Is there anyone more shaless?
“Girl, don’t make that face…” Chuxia deliberately lifted her chin, “Take a closer look at , am I beautiful?”
Luo Xiaoqiong pretended to shiver: “Gross!”
“Haha…” Chuxia laughed smugly, “You’re the one who started this, what’s it got to do with ?” Then she straightened her expression, “No more baseless speculations. I am a married woman.”
Luo Xiaoqiong gave her an exasperated look: “Can we not change face like changing a book? I can’t keep up with you. Is this a pregnancy symptom?”
“A pregnant woman’s emotions are very volatile, didn’t you know?” Chuxia glanced at her, “I am your sister-in-law, if you upset , I’ll complain to my brother. Do you think he’ll side with you or ?”
“Can’t be bothered with you…” Luo Xiaoqiong glared at her resentfully and moved her chair away, “You’re stabbing my heart with a knife, we can’t be friends anymore.”
“Tsk!” Chuxia raised her middle finger at her, “Don’t pretend, you know my brother cares about you most. My complaining would be pointless, yet you act all pitiful. Indeed, we can’t be friends anymore.”
When Zhou Xiangping ca in, having missed the earlier conversation, she looked at them with concern: “What happened?”
Since this was Chuxia’s sister-in-law, Luo Xiaoqiong naturally couldn’t tell the truth, so she joked: “This one asked to praise her beauty, and when I didn’t, she said we can’t be friends anymore.”
“Haha…” Zhou Xiangping chuckled and handed them both a photo, “Look, isn’t she a great beauty?”
The woman in the photo had an oval face, delicate skin, fine eyebrows, big eyes, a high nose bridge, and small cherry lips. In Chuxia’s future perspective, she might find her mouth a bit small, but in this era, she was absolutely a super beauty admired by both n and won.
Sure enough, after looking at the woman in the photo, Luo Xiaoqiong was clearly envious, not just pretending, “So beautiful!” She exclaid and turned to Zhou Xiangping, “Such a beautiful woman, did the commander not take an interest?”
Secretly peeking at Chuxia, Zhou Xiangping happened to et her gaze and smiled awkwardly. Chuxia gave her a nudge: “Go on, that was before I knew you, am I really going to get mad?”
“Hehe…” Zhou Xiangping chuckled and scratched her head in embarrassnt, “People say you beco silly for three years after pregnancy, and it’s surprisingly accurate. I just started being pregnant, and my brain’s already not enough. Bringing out such a photo like this, wasn’t I asking for trouble?”
“Got it…” Luo Xiaoqiong had a sudden realization, “You showed the commander the photo back then and he rejected it, right?”
“Yes,” Zhou Xiangping nodded, “I got this photo from Ningwei, and when I returned it to her, she said she didn’t want it. Actually, she wanted to stay here to create opportunities for herself.
However, she is a smart girl. Seeing that Third Brother wasn’t interested, she quickly accepted her family’s arrangent to et and marry. Her husband is a pilot, and they have a pretty good relationship.
It’s been more than a year since we’ve seen each other. I guess she’s a mom now too. People, you know? Yesterday we were playing truants together, and today she’s a mother.
Chuxia rubbed her forehead speechlessly: “Why does it feel particularly off when I hear you say such sentints? By the way, is Qiao Ningwei part of the sa Qiao family that my Great Aunt married into?”
“Yes, she is the second daughter of Qiao Wanguo, the second son of the Qiao Family, and is a cousin to your comrade Qiao Ningyi. I believe you’ve already guessed from their nas, haven’t you?”
“Uh-huh.” Chuxia clicked her tongue twice, saying, “This circle is really small, always circling back to either relatives or acquaintances.”
“The circle is just that big, most of the marriages and social interactions are confined within this circle. Sotis, it’s not that people want it that way, it’s determined by their social connections. Of course, a big part of it is due to benefits, but no matter the reason, it often leads to situations where acquaintances and relatives keep appearing, unless…”
After quite a while, Zhou Xiangping continued, “Unless it wasn’t for Third Brother’s stubborn personality, he probably would’ve been circled in too. But in the end, he was still pulled into it. So, so things are arranged by fate.”
Although what she said was a bit convoluted, the aning was quite clear. Chuxia straightforwardly asked, “Did the elders in the family ever consider a marriage alliance for Zhou Mikang?”
Perhaps the question was impolite, but she is not soone who plays mind gas with family, and neither is Zhou Xiangping. If she keeps it bottled up, it’s more likely to cause misunderstandings.
“No…” Zhou Xiangping denied and then sighed, “The family elders didn’t, but after our family was rehabilitated, soone did want to do that…” She hesitated for a mont and seriously looked at Chuxia, “Third sister-in-law, I shouldn’t be speaking out of turn, but honestly, we do get along well, and since we’re talking about it, I’m going to say a few more words.
I originally thought that after the pregnancy, third sister-in-law would choose to return to family life, but it seems now that third sister-in-law wants to have her own achievents. I really admire third sister-in-law and support her.
However, Third Brother is quite accomplished in the circle, and there were many who wanted to ally with the Zhou family back then. So, third sister-in-law might face many obstacles in her future work, and I hope you’ll be ntally prepared for that.
Of course, Third Brother won’t let anyone bully third sister-in-law, and we won’t stand idly by. But precautions can’t prevent everything, so third sister-in-law, I advise you to stay ho as much as possible during your pregnancy.”
“Is soone trying to target Chuxia?” Luo Xiaoqiong looked at Zhou Xiangping nervously, “Did you hear sothing? Who is it? If it’s inconvenient for you to handle it, let take care of her!”
Chuxia rubbed her forehead with one hand, but her eyes were full of gratitude. Having such friends… it’s enough!
Zhou Xiangping also looked amused and touched: “Xiaoqiong, if I heard sothing, wouldn’t I have already told Third Brother to nip it in the bud?
I’m just concerned and giving third sister-in-law a heads-up. After all, such things are hard for Third Brother to tell third sister-in-law directly. Would he say that many wanted back then, but I didn’t choose any of them, so you must watch out for them when you work later on?”
Luo Xiaoqiong chuckled awkwardly: “I was just anxious, my brain wasn’t working.”
“But there’s no need to worry too much, those introductions were just for benefits, not genuine affection for Third Brother. So, maybe I’m overthinking it, sister-in-law, don’t be scared by what I said, or maybe I’m just overly suspicious.”
“I understand.” Chuxia smiled to comfort Zhou Xiangping, “However, your reminder is good. How about you make a list of those who wanted to ally with the Zhou family so if I encounter them in the future, I’ll have a reference.”
“Sure.” Zhou Xiangping agreed readily, “That’s a good idea, why didn’t I think of it?”
Luo Xiaoqiong looked at the two, feeling at a loss for words. Why does she feel like the Captain is gold and everyone wants to get him?
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In the evening, Zhou Mikang got ho after nine o’clock. Chuxia had just taken a bath and was comfortably leaning on the bed, holding a book to pass the ti. Seeing him co in, she only glanced once and went back to her book.
The Captain Tongzi felt displeased; how could his young wife ignore him like that? So, after changing into slippers, he took a few quick steps to his wife’s side, glanced at the book she was reading, and coughed loudly.
Chuxia’s mouth twitched, but she didn’t lift her head, continuing to focus on her book.
The Captain Tongzi coughed again.
Chuxia feigned surprise, looking up to examine him: “Caught a cold?”
“I’m back, didn’t you see?” The Captain Tongzi frowned, “Haven’t seen all day, don’t you miss ?”
Chuxia looked at him in horror: “Zhou Mikang, this isn’t like you, what’s got you so worked up? Did you et an admirer?”
“What nonsense are you spouting?!” Zhou Mikang glared at her, then possibly realizing she’s pregnant, he quickly softened his expression, “What did you do today at ho?”
“Zhou Mikang…” Chuxia looked at him mischievously, “I heard you’re quite popular, could you report to how many won have wanted to marry you?”
The Captain Tongzi’s freshly adjusted expression quickly cracked: “Who’s filling your head with nonsense?” (To be continued. If you like this work, feel free to vote for it at Qidian (qidian) with recomndation votes or monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please read at m.qidian.)
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