Quick Transmigration: My System is a Big Liar

"Later, as you know, he climbed the social ladder in the army and sent me a letter of divorce. I was determined to hear it from him in person, so I came to the army."

Lei Yucheng's eyes flickered slightly, and he teased, "Are we two competing to see who's more miserable?"

That's quite apt.

Jiang Lan was amused, and the slightest bit of sadness in her heart disappeared.

Lei Yucheng said in a light tone, "Then do you want to marry me? I'm his boss, my salary is more than twice his, and I'm not bad looking either. Do you want to consider it?" There was a hint of nervousness in his voice.

Jiang Lan pretended to think for a moment, then smiled and said, "Alright! I hope Commander Lei will be tolerant of me for the rest of my life."

Lei Yucheng's eyes narrowed suddenly. He immediately realized what was happening, gave Jiang Lan a military salute, and said in a serious tone, "I guarantee to complete the mission."

Lei Yucheng acted quickly, submitting the marriage application that same day and mailing it to his superiors. The application would be approved around the time they returned to Xingyuan.

Lei Yucheng didn't dare ask the village elders for help with repairing the graves of the two elders of the Lei family. He was afraid that "Sister Ling" would strike again. He was able to escape with his life last time because of his years of experience.

He couldn't involve innocent people, especially since "Sister Ling" had weapons; ordinary people were no match for her.

Five days passed in a flash, and the graves of the two elders of the Lei family were repaired. However, Sister Ling did not make any further moves, as if the last incident was just an accident.

After settling things at home, Lei Yucheng took Jiang Lan to the Beijing Department Store to buy things for their wedding, such as watches, clothes, shoes, and so on.

Although Xingyuan also has them, the styles and designs are not as nice as those in Beijing.

Jiang Lan wasn't surprised to receive the tickets; after all, someone who could even borrow a jeep would have no trouble getting a few tickets.

She picked out a Shanghai brand women's watch, which cost 120 yuan.

"We'll buy the sewing machine and bicycle when we get back to Xingyuan, but we don't need the radio."

She couldn't understand or like the humming and whining.

Lei Yucheng had no objections. In any case, everything was up to Jiang Lan. If he hadn't forgotten to bring his bankbook with him, he would have handed it over to his girlfriend long ago.

The women's wool coats in the clothing section on the second floor come in black and red, which are perfect for wearing these days. When they host a dinner party, they can wear a sweater underneath, so it won't be cold.

Jiang Lan tried on the red one, and it looked great on her. Both of them were quite satisfied and decided to buy it immediately. Just as they were about to pay, a spoiled voice rang out.

"Wait a minute, I want this dress."

Jiang Lan pretended not to hear, continued to hand the money to the cashier, took the receipt, put it in her pocket, and then looked at the person who came in.

Yo!

Still an old acquaintance.

Jiang Lan gave Lei Yucheng a wink, signaling him not to get involved.

"Are you deaf? I already said I wanted the clothes, give them to me." Zhao Xiaoya saw Jiang Lan's pretty face and immediately reached out to snatch them.

Jiang Lan avoided her and said sarcastically, "Whose dog is not leashed and running around barking and yelling? Aren't you afraid of disturbing others?"

Zhao Xiaoya was furious. Pointing at Jiang Lan, she said, "Who are you afraid of? You country bumpkin! Jianmin's family raised you, but you repay kindness with enmity, ruining his reputation in the army and causing him to be punished."

Jiang Lan glanced at the crowd and said calmly, "A clear conscience fears no accusation. He did nothing wrong, so why should he be punished? And Dr. Zhao, Miss Zhao, may I ask you, what right do you, a third party who interfered in someone else's marriage, have to criticize me, the original wife?"

As soon as Jiang Lan finished speaking, the crowd began to murmur and point at Zhao Xiaoya.

Seeing everyone's disdainful looks, Zhao Xiaoya blushed with embarrassment. "You, you, you, don't talk nonsense. You don't have a marriage certificate at all, and you have nothing to do with Jianmin anymore."

Jiang Lan pressed on, "Does not having a marriage certificate mean you're not a couple? Just because you don't have a marriage certificate doesn't mean you can interfere in someone else's marriage."

The older women watching couldn't stand it anymore and shoved Zhao Xiaoya, saying, "There are all sorts of birds in a big forest. My husband and I have been together for half our lives, who dares to say we're not husband and wife?"

"At such a young age, he has such a wicked heart. He stole someone else's man and now he's provoking the wife."

"I wonder what kind of family could raise a child like this?"

"..."

A barrage of sarcastic remarks flooded Zhao Xiaoya's ears. She covered her ears, trying to escape, but Jiang Lan grabbed her.

Zhao Xiaoya broke down in tears, "What else do you want?"

Jiang Lan said, "Apologize, apologize to me."

Zhao Xiaoya shook her head and kept backing away. "Impossible. I did nothing wrong. I had no idea that Zhang Jianmin was getting married. He didn't tell me. It's not my fault."

Jiang Lan scoffed, "You were Jiancheng just a moment ago, and now you're Zhang Jiancheng? Your change of heart is a bit too fast!"

Zhao Xiaoya squatted on the ground, refusing to apologize.

Just as the two were locked in a stalemate, a well-dressed woman rushed to Jiang Lan's side and, like a mother hen protecting her chicks, shielded Zhao Xiaoya behind her.

Jiang Lan thought she was there to support Zhao Xiaoya, but unexpectedly...

"You must be Jiang Lan! I'm Xiaoya's mother. I apologize on her behalf. Please forgive her this time, considering how young she is, okay?"

Jiang Lan was so angry she laughed. Was this some kind of moral blackmail?

Just because she's young, does that mean everyone should give way to her?

Is this the reason?

Lei Yucheng walked out of the crowd to Jiang Lan and said, "As far as I know, Zhao Xiaoya is already twenty-two years old this year. She is a full-time adult. There is no such thing as her being young. Perhaps in Aunt Lin's eyes, Zhao Xiaoya has always been a child who hasn't grown up. You can unconditionally tolerate her, but you can't expect others to tolerate her in the same way. Even children know to apologize when they do something wrong. Is she less than a child?"

"Commander Lei, what are you doing here?" Zhao Xiaoya's mother, Lin Ruobing, asked in surprise.

Lei Yucheng took the clothes from Jiang Lan's hands. "I came with my boyfriend to buy wedding supplies, but I didn't expect to see this."

Lin Ruobing quickly pulled her daughter to apologize. Zhao Xiaoya was also dumbfounded. This country bumpkin had actually become Commander Lei's girlfriend, and they were even going to get married.

Why?

Zhao Xiaoya exclaimed excitedly, "Commander Lei, how could you marry a country bumpkin who can't do anything? Did she shamelessly seduce you?"

Snapped

Seeing Lei Yucheng's increasingly grim expression, Lin Ruobing slapped her daughter across the face, signaling her to shut up.

Zhao Xiaoya covered her left cheek in disbelief, "Mom, you hit me too! I didn't say anything wrong, she's just an unwanted country bumpkin."

"Xiaoya is confused because she's sick, Commander Lei, please don't take offense." Lin Ruobing quickly covered her daughter's mouth and dragged her away from their sight.

After Zhao Xiaoya's disruption, Jiang Lan lost all desire to continue shopping. Just as she finished buying her things and was about to leave, she was knocked to the ground by a child who suddenly appeared out of nowhere. The back of her head hit the steps, and she passed out.