kvmb Chapter 367 If it doesn't mind, I'll take care of its wife during her postpartum period!
Chapter 367 If it doesn't mind, I'll take care of its wife during her postpartum period!
Next was Lu Qihua, who finished his meal and went to work, reluctantly saying goodbye to the two of them.
Qiao Manman lowered her voice and said, "Grandpa, remember to drink the tea I left for you, and take your medicine on time. When you run out, write to me and I'll send you some."
Lu Qihua patted her head: "I won't rush you and Xiaoyuan, I'll rush Dahuang and Xiaohua. When they have puppies, call me and I'll send someone over to pick them up!"
Qiao Manman was both amused and exasperated: "Okay, I'll take Da Huang to pick a mate as soon as I get back. I promise I'll choose the strongest one to preserve its good genes."
"Little Flower, feed her well and don't mistreat her. Keep a close eye on her and don't let any blind fool snatch her away. Next time you come back, be sure to bring both of them with you."
Qiao Manman agreed and watched him get into the jeep and drive away before returning to the house with Lu Yuan.
After a short rest, I placed some special products from my space and some first-aid medicine in the room.
At 10 a.m., we said goodbye to Aunt Zhou.
Aunt Zhou prepared a bag full of food for the two of them and insisted on taking them to the station.
Qiao Manman didn't refuse, and like a sweet little girl, she took her arm.
We didn't part until the car arrived. I told her to take good care of herself, to eat what she needed at home, and not to be too frugal.
Aunt Zhou was deeply moved and kept saying she wanted to go to Northeast China to help the two of them take care of their children.
Qiao Manman joked, "I bet Da Huang's cubs will arrive before Lu Yuan and I have kids!"
Aunt Zhou glanced at Big Yellow and said, "If it doesn't mind, I'll take care of its wife during her postpartum period!"
One sentence made Lu Yuan laugh. He raised his hand and gave Aunt Zhou a light hug: "Aunt Zhou, be careful on the road!"
Aunt Zhou's tears streamed down her face.
He slapped Lu Yuan while saying, "You brat, what are you yelling about!"
On one hand, they felt grateful that all their efforts over the years had not been in vain.
Lu Yuan pretended to dodge for a moment, but when the ticket inspector urged him, he straightened his expression and said, "I'm leaving!"
"Sigh, go on!" He watched the two people, the chicken, and the dog walk away into the distance before leaving the station with a heavy heart.
I didn't go back to the compound, nor did I go to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy vegetables. Walking in the scorching summer sun, I missed my husband and son who had passed away many years ago.
Finally relieved, I smiled and took the bus home.
Qiao Manman sat on her sleeper berth, looking at the ticket with curiosity: "This is...?"
"I'll go with you to meet your uncle's family!"
Qiao Manman immediately tensed up: "My cousin, what kind of person is he?"
“He’s smart, decisive, and stubborn…” Lu Yuan said with a smile, “I called him brother-in-law and he almost beat me up.”
"It's probably just for show. After all, you saved my life, so he won't do anything to you!"
"Yes, before the fist even landed, my initial gratitude and emotion turned into a cold glare. I don't even want to think about whether my uncle will make me stand at attention when he sees me!"
Qiao Manman suppressed a laugh: "If he's angry, he'll make Da Huang stand with you!"
The car moved slowly forward, and the laughter and cheerful conversation eased the sadness of parting.
Qiao Manman did nothing but eat and sleep. When she got bored, her consciousness sank into the space, and time passed quickly.
Lu Yuan stayed with her the whole time, but Da Huang, in just two hours, became familiar with the train conductor.
I heard that this dog once caught a spy hiding a bomb, and was even begged to patrol every day.
With Dahuang around, there are far fewer security problems. Human traffickers and pickpockets have all disappeared.
Time flew by, and one afternoon, they finally arrived at the place where Qiao Yunyi was serving in the army.
As soon as the two got out of the car, they saw someone holding up a sign with Lu Yuan's name on it.
"This time, we came under the guise of visiting our comrades!" Lu Yuan said in a low voice.
Upon hearing this, Qiao Manman immediately made herself less noticeable, letting Lu Yuan go up and chat with people. Then, the two of them, along with a chicken and a dog, got into a jeep.
The car swayed and bumped along for an unknown amount of time before finally arriving at the family compound in the evening.
Qiao Manman saw three tall, upright soldiers standing at the door from afar, with their respective wives and children beside them, and immediately felt a sense of warmth.
"You must be Lu Yuan. Thank you for lending a helping hand in my time of need and saving Yun Yi's life!"
Qiao Lixin saluted Lu Yuan, but glanced at Qiao Manman out of the corner of her eye.
The little girl was quiet and gentle. In the afterglow of the setting sun, he seemed to see Tao Yingzhen in her youth.
It's confirmed; this is indeed the real daughter of the Qiao and Tao families.
Lu Yuan was somewhat flattered by the salute from his elder and leader.
He hurriedly returned the greeting: "You're too kind. Chinese soldiers are of one heart and one mind. No matter who it is, no one would stand idly by in such a situation. Resisting the enemy and completing the mission are the common goals of all soldiers."
Qiao Lixin was very satisfied with Lu Yuan's answer, feeling that the young man not only had excellent military skills but also high political awareness, making him barely qualified to be a match for his niece.
His gaze fell on Big Yellow beside him, and before he could speak, Big Yellow stood up and saluted.
Qiao Lixin was utterly astonished. She composed herself, returned the greeting, and said, "This dog is really clever!"
Upon receiving the praise, Big Yellow excitedly wagged its tail. Little Flower, not to be outdone, put on another performance by laying an egg on the spot.
Qiao Manman awkwardly picked up the egg: "A little gift, a little gift!"
Everyone laughed.
"Alright, stop standing around here, the food will get cold!" A dignified and beautiful middle-aged woman spoke up next to Qiao Lixin. Qiao Manman guessed that this was her legendary aunt.
"Yes, yes, you must be tired from the journey. Let's eat and get some rest!" Qiao Yunyi winked at his wife.
Han Daiyun stepped forward and took Qiao Manman's arm: "You must be Manman, right? I'm your sister-in-law Daiyun! I heard you also have the surname Qiao, what a coincidence that our two families are related!"
"Yes, sister-in-law, I felt an instant connection with you the moment I saw you!"
"Let's go, let's go home. The house is all ready. Let's stay here for a few more days before we leave!"
Qiao Manman followed the group home, and soon they arrived at a three-story building.
Aunt Liu smiled and took Qiao Manman's luggage, then led her and Lu Yuan to the bathroom to wash up.
After quickly tidying themselves up, the two arrived at the restaurant with the gifts.
"Comrade Xiao Qiao, I'm a bit older than your father, so you can just call me Uncle!"
Qiao Manman nodded and sweetly called out to Qiao Lixin, "Uncle!"
"Yes!" Qiao Lixin responded and introduced the others to her: "This is your aunt Ding Huiying, your cousin Qiao Yunyi, your sister-in-law Han Daiyun, your nephew..."
Qiao Manman greeted them one by one and presented them with carefully prepared gifts—ginger brown sugar, Dingsheng cake, West Lake Longjing tea, and health-strengthening pills.
Uncle Qiao's family was very happy and invited Qiao Manman to eat. Neither side mentioned Qiao Lingyue until after the meal, when they went to the study together. Only then did Qiao Lixin ask with delight, "You're my niece, right?"
Qiao Manman nodded: "Yes, Qiao Zhicheng is an imposter switched by Ding Cuiying. My father, Qiao Runming, is the baby boy that Grandma gave birth to amidst the gunfire!"
"No wonder, something always seemed off back then. Aunt Ding's concern for the third son went far beyond what one would expect from a master-servant relationship. No wonder..."
Girl, you and your father have suffered. It's all because your uncle didn't take good care of you..."
"You don't need to take the blame yourself. After all, who could have predicted this!"