My little country wife whom I haven't seen for eight years has come to join the army

"What does the lotus leaf chicken have to do with the fraternity? Don't always think the worst of others. When we were at home, even though I didn't like you, I really didn't realize you had this trait. Brother Yunlong didn't harm you, so why do you always want to target him?"

Lu Xiaohua widened her eyes angrily. If there weren't other people around at this moment, she really wanted to have a big fight with Zhou Ruoyu. This woman was really stubborn and it seemed to have no effect on her whether she was treated well or badly.

"Don't you know whether he harmed me or not?" Zhou Ruoyu glanced at her sideways, "And you, don't think that the page has been turned with Gu Changhong."

Lu Xiaohua opened her mouth dryly, unable to refute. What else could she say? What else could she dare to say?

From the mastermind to the aftermath, she and Lai Yunlong were involved throughout the entire process, and Su Hongmei even hired the spy Lin Siyu. Further speculation suggests that Zhou Ruoyu could have reported them for colluding with enemy spies. Who would dare?

Lu Xiaohua pursed her lips noncommittally and said, "I don't know anyone at the social gathering, and I didn't want to go in the first place."

"It's up to you. You're just greedy. It has nothing to do with me." Zhou Ruoyu clapped her hands, stood up with her hands on her knees, and went to pick the beans from the bean rack.

Lu Xiaohua took a reluctant look at the oven, then followed Zhou Ruoyu over to help pick the beans, pouting and looking angry.

The two of them sat silently by the window picking vegetables, without speaking to each other.

After finishing his words, Lai Yunlong walked out, followed by Lu Qinchuan who had come out with him. The two of them were obviously chatting very enthusiastically, with smiles on their faces.

"Xiaohua, let's go." Lai Yunlong waved to her.

Zhou Ruoyu didn't even raise her head. It seemed like she didn't even bother to look at this annoying man, let alone give him a gift.

Lu Xiaohua looked up and said "Oh", but she didn't leave the stool. "Brother Yunlong, I don't know anyone in your fraternity. It would be awkward to go there. I heard that Principal Wu will be here soon. I miss her so much."

The meaning is very clear, which is: go by yourself, I'm waiting to eat lotus leaf chicken.

Obviously, Lai Yunlong did not expect Lu Xiaohua's response. He subconsciously looked at Zhou Ruoyu who was picking vegetables carefully with her head down.

After all, after coming to do housework several times, he no longer heard any negative news about Zhou Ruoyu from Lu Xiaohua. Although he still didn't mention it or think about it, he no longer rejected it.

This makes people wonder whether Zhou Ruoyu played a role behind the scenes.

Seeing Lai Yunlong's smile fade away and he looked at Zhou Ruoyu, Lu Xiaohua finally stood up. "I just wanted to meet Principal Wu. I haven't seen her much since she retired. I've been here since I came from my hometown, and Principal Wu has been taking care of me. This opportunity today is quite rare."

The words were so flawless, but Lai Yunlong felt uncomfortable. He frowned and said, "Today's social gathering is full of artistic backbones from various units. Haven't you always wanted to fit in with this kind of circle?"

Lu Xiaohua pursed her lips tightly and said, "Now I have a new understanding of myself. I have no figure and no looks. I can't squeeze into your circle, so forget it."

"Xiaohua," Lai Yunlong's patience was clearly fading. "Everyone knows that we're dating. If you don't go with me to the social gathering, what will I say when others ask about it?"

"But everyone knows that she is Lu Qinchuan's sister. It would be more appropriate for her to stay at her fourth brother's house during the Mid-Autumn Festival family reunion. Besides, they are just dating, not married."

Zhou Ruoyu still didn't look up, but her sharp words were like a knife stabbing Lai Yunlong's heart.

"Okay, Xiaohua, then it's up to you." Lai Yunlong was angry. He looked back at Lu Qinchuan and then at Lu Xiaohua. "I can't force you. As she said, this is your fourth brother's home. I'll ask you one last time, will you come with me now?"

Lu Xiaohua struggled, then shook her head. "The guests will be here soon. I'll help out, or everyone will laugh at me for being so clueless. You go ahead."

Lai Yunlong gritted his teeth and even breathed with more force: "Okay, okay, Xiaohua, you're amazing."

After saying this, he glared at Zhou Ruoyu and walked out.

As soon as I arrived at the gate, I met Chen Guozheng and his wife who were about to enter the yard. Chen Guozheng was wearing casual clothes and was chatting and laughing with Principal Wu about the delicious food they would have today.

He ran into Lai Yunlong's dejected face and frowned: "Little Lai, what's wrong with you?"

Both Chen Guozheng and Principal Wu have retired and have lost all real power.

Lai Yunlong had no intention of flattery. Without changing his expression, he walked past them silently, saying indifferently, "Since I'm not welcome here, why should I come here and cause trouble for myself?"

"Hey, what's wrong with him? It's so weird." Chen Guozheng pointed at Lai Yunlong's back and talked to himself in confusion.

Principal Wu curled his lips and said, "Who cares? Let's go in."

"Captain Chen, Principal Wu!" Zhou Ruoyu in the yard had already stood up to greet them, followed by the tall and strong Lu Qinchuan. The smiles on their faces were equally sincere.

Principal Wu glanced at Lai Yunlong's back and whispered to Captain Chen, "You're still a good judge of character. Lu Qinchuan and his wife are worth making friends with. They won't change just because we two retire."

"Of course. In Lu Qinchuan's eyes, there's no difference between me and his father. Even though I'm retired, if he makes a mistake, I'll give him a slap in the face and he'll be finished!"

"Okay, okay, you're the only one who can do it!" Principal Wu pushed him with a grin.

"Eh," Chen Guozheng sniffed hard, his eyes darting around, "Why is there a fragrance? It smells like chicken, but it's much more fragrant than the usual stewed chicken."

Zhou Ruoyu laughed: "Nothing can be hidden from the old captain, but I won't tell you now, just to keep you in suspense."

Principal Wu chuckled, "You still dare to whet his appetite? The boiled fish we had last time already whetted his appetite. He's been thinking about having another meal."

As Chen Guozheng passed by Lu Qinchuan, he patted him on the shoulder. "You're not only blessed with beauty, but also with good taste. You've gained weight visibly in just a few days. I'm telling you, don't get too bloated!"

Chen Qinchuan chuckled: "This is all thanks to the guidance of the old team leader. Only by treating my wife well can I eat and drink well. She has made me plump and white."

"Hahahaha, you are also good at smooth talking!" Chen Guozheng tapped Lu Qinchuan's forehead.

As they were talking, Captain Zhu and Zhou Shufen came in with two children, Daya and Erya, carrying a piece of pork belly.

After not seeing each other for many days, it was inevitable that everyone exchanged pleasantries when they met.

Zhou Shufen is now more than five months pregnant, but she is in good health, has almost no pregnancy symptoms, and can even help with cooking.

After putting on an apron, she went into the kitchen with Zhou Ruoyu and started working.

In the kitchen, the two chatted while preparing food.

Zhou Shufen suddenly leaned closer to Zhou Ruoyu, glanced at Lu Xiaohua, who was playing with two children in the yard, and said in a low voice, "Did you hear? Su Hongmei also went to work at the supply and marketing cooperative, replacing Lu Xiaohua's position."