novellhall Chapter 162 Gentle Wants to Help Sister-in-Law Wang
Chapter 162 Gentle Wants to Help Sister-in-Law Wang
Zhu Chao didn't even glance at Wang's wife, his face cold.
"It's just a few snacks, isn't it? I've already given them to my comrade's child. I'm not trying to criticize you, but look what you've spoiled that little brat into! She'll get married someday. Do you think our family is like the Huo family? The Huo family is from Beijing, they're city people. Don't think you're different just because you've heard a few words from them!"
Zhu Chao's tone was full of disdain. He had indeed been attracted to Wang Guixiang's down-to-earth and hardworking nature, and he was genuinely sincere about living with her.
Unexpectedly, not only could she not give birth to a son, but she also looked old and sallow. The other military dependents in the family compound looked much younger and prettier than her.
Even the woman Wu Li married, who was a divorcee, was several years older than Wang Guixiang, yet she looked much younger.
He's now a company commander, after all. Wu Li used to be a battalion commander, his superior. Now that he's been demoted two ranks and is his subordinate, he naturally feels a sense of superiority.
Now he increasingly dislikes being with Wang Guixiang, and even thinks his mother is right: divorce Wang Guixiang and marry a woman who can give him a son.
"Xiaoya is my daughter. Even if she gets married in the future, she will still be my daughter. You don't act like a father and you don't respect her. I can't give her up." Sister-in-law Wang had long been disappointed in Zhu Chao. She knew that their relationship had problems and divorce was only a matter of time.
However, she wasn't thinking about it so soon. She wanted to wait until Xiaoya entered junior high or high school, then use the money she earned to buy her a house in town so she could continue her studies.
But I never expected Zhu Chao to go so far.
"Wang Guixiang, aren't you tired? You're arguing with me over something so trivial. I have to get up early tomorrow to lead the troops in training, so don't disturb my rest." Zhu Chao was too lazy to pay attention to Wang Guixiang anymore. He turned around, went into the house, lay down on the bed, and fell fast asleep.
Sister-in-law Wang also wanted to have a big fight with Zhu Chao, but it was already very late, and she was afraid that their argument would disturb others. In the end, not only would the problem not be solved, but it would also cause trouble for the other people in the compound.
And then there's Xiaoya. She could clearly sense that her daughter was exceptionally happy when she came home today, and even said that her teacher praised her.
Not wanting to spoil her daughter's mood with her own issues with Zhu Chao, she silently went back to the house, sighed deeply, lay down next to Zhu Chao, turned over, and closed her eyes.
Although they weren't arguing loudly, Wenrou happened to come out to get some water at that moment and overheard some of it.
After she returned to her room, she told Huo Yanchuan about it. Although she had already reminded Sister-in-law Wang earlier that day, she was still a little worried.
"Tell me, should you use your position as the regimental commander to put some more pressure on Zhu Chao tomorrow? Sister-in-law Wang has had it so tough." Wenrou couldn't help but speak up when she heard Sister-in-law Wang raise her voice.
Sister-in-law Wang helped her a lot, and thinking about how much she had suffered at home, I couldn't help but want to stand up for her.
Huo Yanchuan knew that his wife meant well, but this was, after all, a family matter. As her superior, he could reprimand Zhu Chao for matters concerning the military, but it wouldn't be appropriate for him to interfere too much in other people's family affairs.
"Intervening once is fine, but intervening too often is inappropriate. Although I am the regimental commander, it is not appropriate for me to always meddle in other people's family affairs. How to handle this matter is something that Sister Wang needs to figure out herself."
Huo Yanchuan reached out and hugged his wife, giving her waist a squeeze with his large hand, and continued, "I know you mean well and want to help, but if Sister-in-law Wang doesn't ask you for help, it's best if we don't get involved. Just pretend you don't know anything, and that will save us a lot of trouble."
Wenrou reached out and slapped Huo Yanchuan's restless hand hard. "What you said makes sense, but I feel uncomfortable when I think about how Zhu Chao and his mother bullied Sister Wang and her daughter."
She knew that Sister Wang's thinking was still too traditional, so much so that she always thought that she could endure anything for the sake of the family.
Even though she now earns money and has a job to support herself, she has never thought about getting a divorce.
"Alright, honey, let's just live our own lives. We can help when Sister Wang really comes to us for help. If she doesn't say anything, we'll just pretend we don't know. You can lend her a hand whenever you want."
Huo Yanchuan reached out and put his arm around Wenrou's shoulder, then kissed her head.
Wenrou nodded gently, but then she thought of Wu Li's situation earlier that day and asked, "Wu Li is injured now, so what about his responsibility for transporting supplies?"
This position also needs to be filled, after all, so many people in the army are waiting for supplies and necessities.
Huo Yanchuan had just been thinking about this matter as well. The situation was urgent and couldn't be delayed.
"If you don't have anyone to choose from, I can recommend someone to you, Squad Leader Ma. He should be retiring from the army soon, right? It would be a real shame if his driving skills were wasted."
Wenrou thought about how Squad Leader Ma came to see her today. After all, he was someone she had personally trained and was considered her apprentice. Seeing his appearance today, it was clear that he was reluctant to leave, and she couldn't help but feel a little moved.
"You mean...Ma Jun?"
Huo Yanchuan also had some impression of the person Wenrou mentioned. He remembered that when she drove a truck to deliver water to the army, she took Ma Jun with her.
He's been in the army for so many years, and he's still just a lowly squad leader.
Wenrou had worked with Ma Jun before and knew that he wasn't an outgoing person who would stand out; he would only step in when needed.
Such people are indeed difficult to notice.
Military units have never lacked outstanding and capable soldiers.
People like Ma Jun will most likely retire from the military when they reach a certain age.
However, Wenrou knew his abilities; he was no less capable than Wu Li, and she had confidence in him.
Instead of letting him retire like this, it's better to give him a chance to prove himself. If he really doesn't perform well, then she won't have anything to say.
She simply wanted to ensure that the military didn't miss out on such a talented individual, allowing him to maximize his value and make his own contribution to the military and the country.
"I don't mean to interfere in your unit's affairs. I'm just recommending a talent to Commander Huo. As for whether he's up to the task, you should have a way to assess him." Wenrou finished speaking and didn't forget to explain to Huo Yanchuan.
She didn't want people to think that the person she recommended had gotten in through connections, and even if they did, Huo Yanchuan would probably be the first to object.
"Okay, I'll have him come over for the assessment tomorrow. If he fails, there's nothing we can do," Huo Yanchuan nodded in agreement.
However, with his words, Ma Jun will have another chance.
Wenrou also hoped that he could seize this opportunity and show himself well in front of the leader.
"Is there anything else?" After finishing talking about Ma Jun, Huo Yanchuan looked down at his wife and asked.
Wenrou thought for a moment, then shook her head. "It seems like there's nothing else."
Upon seeing this, Huo Yanchuan's lips curled into a slight smile, and he said, "Then I have something to attend to."
Seeing him like this, Wenrou suddenly realized what was happening and hurriedly pulled the blanket up over herself. "No, absolutely not today."
When she woke up this morning, her legs were trembling uncontrollably, which shows how ruthless that bastard was last night.
And her back is still sore; nothing she says will help this time.
Seeing her guarding him like a thief, Huo Yanchuan couldn't help but chuckle.
She gently reached out and covered his mouth, whispering, "Keep your voice down, or you'll wake our daughter."
Huo Yanchuan reached out and pulled Wenrou's hand away from his body, then smiled and leaned close to her ear, "No, they weren't woken up even though you were shouting so loudly last night. They slept very well, so don't worry."
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Does she have it?
"That's all because of you..." Thinking of how she had been tormented by him yesterday until she cried and begged for mercy, Wenrou blushed with embarrassment and couldn't bring herself to say anything more.
"Alright, what I'm talking about is the old truck you mentioned yesterday. Aren't you going to ask about the progress?" Huo Yanchuan stopped teasing her.
Upon hearing this, Wenrou was instantly wide awake and became fully alert.
"There's been progress so quickly?" she asked Huo Yanchuan with a look of surprise.
"When has your man ever lied to you? Tomorrow I'll have someone drive the car to the transport team, and you can go and see for yourself." Huo Yanchuan's eyes were full of doting affection as he saw how excited she was.
Wenrou nodded quickly, "Okay."
She was truly surprised by Huo Yanchuan's efficiency; the matter she had mentioned to him just yesterday had already made progress today.
It seems he has never disappointed her. How could she not love a man like that?
"Alright, go to sleep." Huo Yanchuan saw that it was getting late and lay down with Wenrou in his arms.
Knowing she was tired today, I didn't plan to bother her. I held her close, closed my eyes, and she fell asleep.
Wenrou lay soundly in Huo Yanchuan's arms, sleeping peacefully.
Huo Yanchuan had to go to training in the morning. Usually, he would get up and cook breakfast for Wenrou before going to the military base.
However, when he woke up this morning, he found that the food was already in the pot.
He looked towards Jiang Yan's room and saw him sitting at his desk reading and studying.
"Did you cook this?" he asked, looking at Jiang Yan.
Jiang Yan nodded. He had learned from Wenrou. There was steamed egg custard in the pot, as well as steamed buns made by Wenrou. He also stir-fried a vegetarian dish. Breakfast wasn't as difficult as he had thought.
"You don't need to worry about cooking from now on. Just focus on your studies. You're still growing, and not getting enough sleep will affect your growth." Huo Yanchuan couldn't help but speak up, seeing how sensible Jiang Yan was.
He doesn't usually concern himself with these things, and it was Wenrou who suggested adopting Jiang Yan. Although he didn't have any objections, his relationship with Jiang Yan wasn't as close as Wenrou's.
But now that I think about it, since I've already adopted Jiang Yan, I'm also one of his guardians, so I can't neglect to care for him when necessary.
"I know, I've arranged my own things and haven't missed any time for sleep or studying."
Jiang Yan also knew that although Huo Yanchuan usually seemed cold and difficult to talk to, he was just like Aunt Xiaorou, and treated him very well.
"Okay, I'm going to the military base now. If your Aunt Xiaorou isn't awake yet, don't wake her. You went to the school yesterday, so you know how to get there. Just go to the school by yourself after you eat." Huo Yanchuan still cared most about his wife, and he didn't forget to give her these special instructions before leaving.
Jiang Yan nodded. After Huo Yanchuan left, he also packed up his books and put them into the new schoolbag that Wenrou had bought for him.
Yesterday was his first day of school. He was the youngest in his class, so some people took care of him, while others bullied him.
He was able to handle all of this, and he told the teacher everything that Wenrou had instructed him to do.
With the vice principal, Wenrou, backing Jiang Yan up, the teachers naturally dared not neglect him and dealt with him accordingly.
After Jiang Yan finished eating, he heard someone knocking on the door.
He opened the door and saw Xiaoya standing there. When she saw him, she smiled and greeted him, "Jiang Yan, come on, let's go to school together."
Jiang Yan responded, slung his schoolbag over his shoulder, and walked out, heading to school one after the other with Xiao Ya.
He wasn't a man of many words, but Xiaoya always wanted to share her stories with him.
Xiao Ya was initially distressed because her father and grandmother didn't like her, but after hearing her mother say that Jiang Yan had no parents since he was a child and was adopted by Aunt Wenrou, she felt less upset.
Jiang Yan needs more care than she does.
But he has never been troubled by this matter, so she should be even stronger.
"Jiang Yan, you're so smart, you'll definitely get into university someday," Xiao Ya said with envy, thinking about how Jiang Yan skipped a grade.
Jiang Yan's face remained expressionless as he simply echoed Xiao Ya's words, saying, "Yes, I hope we can both get into university."
When Wenrou woke up, she realized she was late.
Before Jiang Yan was born, she could wake up whenever she wanted without any problems, but now that she has a child in school, she has to get up earlier to make breakfast.
Otherwise, Jiang Yan would go to school hungry, and he would starve.
When she entered the kitchen, she saw that the food left for her was still in the pot, along with a slightly overcooked, honeycomb-shaped steamed egg custard.
She stared at the food in the pot, stunned, because it didn't look like something Huo Yanchuan would have made.
Besides him, there's only Jiang Yan left.
Sure enough, when she opened Jiang Yan's room door, the bed was already neatly made, and his schoolbag was gone, so he had obviously gone to school.
Seeing this, Wenrou couldn't help but sigh, "Raising such a sensible child is so easy; they even make breakfast for her."
This made her a little embarrassed. She was an adult, and she was making a child cook for her. If word got out, would people say she was abusing a child?