Chapter 770: Chapter 514: Coming
Before dawn arrived, I’ve worked so hard, and I should give myself a like~
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"Auntie apologized to you?" Zhou Mikang asked Chuxia at night when they got back to their room.
Chuxia nodded, "Yeah, she said she thought it through and feels that we did the right thing. She also said that no matter what punishment Wang Jun gets, she won’t blame us."
"Hmm, she still has some sense. I was worried that Uncle got himself another wife who can’t tell right from wrong." Zhou Mikang scooped up his little wife, "I’ll help you bathe."
"No need, no need, I can do it myself, I can do it myself." Chuxia struggled hard, scared, "Don’t be so petty, I was just joking, how could you take it seriously?"
"How can I not take it seriously? You already offered me Fifth Lady, if I don’t take it seriously, will you switch to Tenth Lady next time?"
"I was just curious, okay..." Chuxia’s eyes shone as she stared at Zhou Mikang, "How did you handle it before? You dare say you never used Fifth Lady?"
"It seems you’re asking for a spanking." While speaking, Zhou Mikang closed the bathroom door and swiftly stripped Chuxia of her clothes, "No running away, otherwise you’ll regret it."
"Who’s thinking of running away." Chuxia pouted at him, "I’m not an unmarried girl afraid of this stuff. It’s just a mandarin duck bath, what’s the big deal?"
Used to his wife’s occasional bold moves and unconventional ways, Zhou Mikang went along with her, "You said it yourself, don’t regret it later."
"Aside from that, can’t you find something new to say?" As her eyes caught sight of the Regimental Commander’s perfectly polished body, Chuxia took a bold glance and then hurried into the bathtub in fright.
The water was only half-filled, but she felt a bit embarrassed lying there, so she turned over to lie on her stomach, prompting Zhou Mikang’s lips to curl up, "What, are you imitating a turtle now?"
"Yes, if I’m imitating a turtle, what does that make you?"
Zhou Mikang: "....." Why does it seem he always ends up on the losing side of their bickering? Yet, as his gaze fell on that creamy, delicate skin, he figured, taking a little loss was no big deal...
...By the time they got back to bed, Chuxia was already exhaustively tired, yet she still clenched her teeth, refusing to admit defeat. When he got serious, she got scared, "No more... If we do it again, I won’t be able to get up tomorrow. I don’t mind being laughed at, mainly, it would be bad if my parents ended up hating you."
"It’s fine, my in-laws won’t hate me. They’re also looking forward to holding grandkids soon." Zhou Mikang’s hands continued to roam her body, "To not let my in-laws down, I should try harder."
"The saying is ’little strokes fell great oaks.’ If you drink too much and hurt me, you’ll be thirsty forever. That’d be so pitiful."
"It won’t be too much."
"I was wrong, I was wrong, I’m not being stubborn anymore, please spare me." Chuxia looked at him pitifully, no longer trying to come out on top with her words.
"Really sorry?"
"Really sorry!" Chuxia nodded vigorously, "Truer than true gold!"
"Ah, you’re making me feel like a criminal." Zhou Mikang pulled up the blanket to wrap her tight and pulled her into his embrace, "I’m just teasing you. Look how scared you got."
"I don’t believe..." Chuxia muttered softly, "You tease me and get ’that’ excited? Do you think I’m stupid?"
"What did you say?"
Chuxia quickly shook her head, "I didn’t say anything. I’m saying I know you’re teasing me. You care about me so much, how could you bear to see me upset, right?"
"What nonsense are you talking about? How could you be upset?" Zhou Mikang grunted unhappily, "Didn’t you say I’m in your heart? How could you be upset if I’m there?"
"If you don’t cherish me, how could I not be upset?" Chuxia gave him a white look, "Having you in my heart doesn’t mean I’ll happily accept whatever you do."
"Then why do you light fires for no reason?" Zhou Mikang’s face suddenly came close to hers, "Don’t blame me for not warning you, a man’s body can’t take too much teasing. If you’re afraid, don’t always play with fire."
Chuxia looked at him with disdain, "Based on what you’re saying, if other women teased you, you wouldn’t be able to control yourself either?"
"What the hell are you fantasizing about in that little head of yours?" Zhou Mikang poked her on the forehead, annoyed, "You know what I’m like. If you say that again, I’ll get angry."
"Is this your way of confessing to me?" Chuxia’s bright eyes filled with joy, "Zhou Mikang, I’ve realized something—you’re the reticent type."
Zhou Mikang with a deadpan face: "Can we talk about something more sensible?"
"What’s nonsensical about what I said?" Chuxia looked at him innocently, "I’m just speaking the truth. You can’t forbid me from doing that; it’s not right."
"Alright, go to sleep now." Zhou Mikang turned her over and hugged her in his arms, gently patting her, "You still have to work tomorrow, stop making a fuss."
Who’s making a fuss? Chuxia rolled her eyes secretly; it wasn’t she who was being troublesome, it was him, alright?
"By the way, have you talked to Yun Doudou’s parents?" Chuxia suddenly remembered this and quickly turned around, staring at him earnestly, "Zhou Hanliang is coming back tomorrow."
"Yeah, Deputy Commander Yun said that his wife actually misses Yun Doudou a lot, it’s just that she’s too proud to beg her daughter. Unfortunately, Yun Doudou is also too stubborn to return home. His wife is somewhat being spiteful with their daughter, but in fact, she’s cried quite a bit behind closed doors.
You should talk to Yun Doudou. No matter what, they are her biological parents. At their age, their characters are pretty much set in stone; they can’t change, and that means as the younger generation, it’s appropriate to give the elders some face, to let them step down gracefully."
"Okay, I’ll talk to her tomorrow." Chuxia reassured, turned over, and soon fell into a rhythmic breathing.
A night without words.
After getting to work the next day, Chuxia found Yun Doudou and told her about Zhou Mikang talking to her father and also explained in detail her mother’s attitude.
"Chuxia, thank you." Yun Doudou sighed, "Thank you for caring so much, but I’ve thought it over. Going back for the New Year will certainly not be pleasant, it would be better to just stay with my foster parents for the New Year. I feel closer to them than to my mother."
"What about your father? And Guoguo, didn’t you say that you love Guoguo very much?" Chuxia continued to persuade, "Zhou Mikang is right, your mother’s personality will never change, so, try to make an effort. If you can get her to accept you and Zhou Hanliang being together, then discussions about the marriage would go smoothly.
Doudou, I didn’t want to persuade you at first, but your unhappiness these past days has been written all over your face, and the words ’missing home’ might as well have been engraved on your forehead. Don’t be tough on yourself, just follow your heart."
"Do I look that obvious?" Yun Doudou’s eyes widened, "Are you serious? You aren’t just teasing me, right?"
"Would it be fun to tease you?" Chuxia rolled her eyes at her, "Do you think you’re that entertaining? Don’t flatter yourself. Alright, I’ve told you, now make your own decision. I need to get back to work." She waved and trotted off.
All morning, Yun Doudou was in turmoil.
"What’s wrong?" Liu Meijun noticed her unease and asked.
After some thought, Yun Doudou shared her dilemma: "I mainly miss Guoguo and my dad. As for my mom, there’s only a little bit of longing.
But if I go back like this, my mother will certainly feel that she has me under her thumb, and opposing her in the future will be even more difficult. If I don’t go back, staying away during the New Year doesn’t seem right either.
And staying with my foster parents for the New Year might also put them in a difficult position. Lately, they’ve been urging me to go home; I know they’re worried about my mother’s wrath towards them.
With my dad around, I don’t think my mother would dare to trouble them, but seeing them so nervous makes me uncomfortable.
Meijun, I really envy you; your parents are so good to you, considering everything for your sake. Why can’t my mother do that?"
After pondering for a while, Liu Meijun also sighed: "Chuxia is right; parents can’t be chosen. You should give it a try, or you might regret it later on."
"Do you think so too?"
"Yes." Liu Meijun nodded, "I honestly think she makes sense. Right now, you can’t let go of your pride, but what’s the point of having so much pride in front of your own parents?
Your parents had their reasons for placing you with your foster parents in the first place. Don’t blame them, open your heart to accepting them, and you’ll be much happier."
"You’re becoming quite the philosopher." Yun Doudou smiled and shook her head, "If you had spent time with my mother, you’d understand why I’m so troubled.
Forget it, I’ve decided to listen to you all and give it a try, do my best. After all, Commander Zhou has informed my father, and he probably tried to convince my mother too, maybe the result will be unexpectedly good."
"That’s the right attitude." Liu Meijun glanced at the time, "It’s closing time, let’s go find Chuxia and Xiaoqiong to have lunch together."
"Alright, I’ll hand in the paperwork and then come find you." Yun Doudou said as she ran to the office. Just by looking at her steps, one could tell her mood was very good.
Liu Meijun smiled and shook her head. People always trouble themselves the most; clearly fixated on family matters, they stay away for the sake of pride, and in the end, who suffers?
Knowing that Yun Doudou had come to a decision, Chuxia was very happy and teased her with a laugh, "Who knows, maybe Dou’s Mother would be so happy she agrees to have you married before the New Year."
"There’s no way that could happen so fast." Yun Doudou’s face turned red as she slapped Chuxia lightly, "There are only five days left until New Year; it’s too late no matter what!"
"As long as there’s a will, there’s a way." Chuxia said as she stood up, "I need to go to the restroom, who wants to come?"
"I will." Liu Meijun stood up too, "I ate too much; a little walk would be good."
As the two left the office and headed down the stairs, they saw Wang Jun coming towards them, furious. Spotting Chuxia, he shouted and charged at her: "You bitch, today you’ll taste what it’s like to meddle in other people’s business!" (To Be Continued. If you like this work, you are welcome to vote for it at Qidian (). Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users, please visit to read.)