Qin Qianqian didn't doubt Li Wanqing, after all, she was a newcomer and didn't know anything about the situation.

Even if I told her, Yueyue wouldn't believe me.

But the other residents in the family quarters might not be so sure!

"Nobody said Auntie is bad!" Yueyue said stubbornly. "If it weren't for Auntie, Mom wouldn't have argued with Dad!"

Even Nuonuo stuck her tongue out at Qin Qianqian.

Bad people flatter others to their face but harm them behind their backs!

Li Wanqing frowned slightly. She didn't doubt Nuonuo's words, but Qin Qianqian was harming people?

Where does this idea come from?

Qin Qianqian's face turned green with anger, but she had to maintain a magnanimous appearance of being wronged and not caring.

"Auntie knows Yueyue is in a bad mood, but it's wrong to push someone, understand?"

Yueyue lowered her head and didn't say anything. She knew it was wrong to push someone, but she was scared when she thought about how Aunt Qin would harm Aunt Li!

Li Wanqing patted her on the shoulder and gave her an encouraging look.

Yueyue glanced at Qin Qianqian, then whispered, "I'm sorry, Aunt Qin, I shouldn't have pushed you."

Qin Qianqian was dissatisfied, but she certainly couldn't argue with a child in public.

She raised her hand to touch Yueyue's head, but was so frightened that she backed away.

......

Qin Qianqian's lips twitched, and she awkwardly lowered her hand, forcing a smile.

"Yueyue is a good child because she can admit her mistakes and correct them."

His kindness and generosity only made Yueyue, this child, seem overly sensitive.

Qin Qianqian turned to look at Li Wanqing, her face still bearing a gentle smile.

"The performing arts troupe has a National Day program planned, sister-in-law, you absolutely must come and watch!"

Li Wanqing didn't want to argue any further, so she gave a perfunctory reply.

She actually admired Qin Qianqian quite a bit; even though she knew others didn't like her, she could still put on a smile and deal with them.

But she's just a female soldier in the cultural troupe. What's the purpose of her trying so hard to build good relationships with others?

Is it all just for a good reputation?

An unmarried woman's eagerness to cultivate a good reputation is simply a desire to marry into a wealthy family.

But Qin Qianqian seems to be 25 years old. With her good reputation in the military region, she should have been married long ago.

But she's still single!

Is it because they have high standards? Or is there another purpose?

On the way back, Yueyue looked sullen the whole time, and even when Nuonuo tried to make her laugh, she couldn't.

As soon as Li Wanqing entered the courtyard, she was startled.

A person, covered in dirt and with a face so black that only his eyes were visible, stood in the courtyard.

Before Li Wanqing could even ask, the man rushed over and grabbed Yueyue, who was standing nearby.

Li Wanqing paused for a moment, then roughly guessed who it was.

"Yueyue, Daddy's home."

Yueyue was a little confused. She didn't recognize anyone, but she recognized her father's voice and immediately burst into tears.

"Daddy~Daddy~Mommy fell down, Mommy doesn't want Yueyue anymore."

The whole yard was filled with Yueyue's aggrieved cries. The little girl nestled in her father's arms, venting the fear and anxiety she had felt over the past two days.

Cheng Baichuan also came out of the kitchen. He had only gone to pour water when suddenly a heart-wrenching cry came from outside.

He thought it was Old Liang's ghostly appearance that had scared the children into tears!

"Alright, tidy yourself up first."

Liang Zhicheng had just returned from a mission when he heard that something had happened at home. Without thinking twice, he rushed to Cheng Baichuan's house.

Liang Zhicheng was about to let go of his daughter to wash up when Yueyue clung to him tightly and wouldn't let go.

Li Wanqing squatted down. "Yueyue, Daddy just got back and he's all dirty. Can you let him go wash up first before holding Yueyue?"

Yueyue shook her head and hugged her father's hand even tighter.

She was afraid that if she let go, her father would leave again.

Li Wanqing took out a white handkerchief and wiped Yueyue's face, instantly getting the white handkerchief dirty.

“Look, Yueyue is dirty too. She doesn’t look pretty when she’s dirty.”

Nono nodded in agreement. "Yes, it won't look good if it's dirty."

Yueyue looked conflicted. She didn't want to become ugly, but she couldn't bear to part with her father.

Cheng Baichuan pushed the wheelchair over, saying, "Yueyue, be good. Uncle Cheng promises that Daddy won't leave again."

“Yes, yes, Dad won’t leave this time,” Liang Zhicheng quickly assured him.

Only after hearing this did Yueyue let go of her hand, and she left with Li Wanqing, looking back every few steps.

Liang Zhicheng rubbed his head. "Old Cheng, thank you so much for these past two days."

Cheng Baichuan curled his lip, looking disgusted. "It's been two years, and you've become so fussy."

Liang Zhicheng sighed and remained silent. He felt utterly exhausted in the past six months, let alone the last two years.

Even an upright official finds it difficult to settle family disputes, so Cheng Baichuan couldn't say anything.

"I drank some water, quickly went home to take a shower and change my clothes. If I scare my Nuonuo, you'll be in big trouble once I recover."

Liang Zhicheng grinned, "I didn't expect you to be so lucky. You slept for two years and the kid is already so big."

Cheng Baichuan glared at him. "Do you want this good fortune?"

If he hadn't been in a coma for those two years, he would have seen his daughter long ago.

Liang Zhicheng's expression darkened slightly. "Old Cheng, I almost didn't make it back this time either. Liu Wu, who was with me, is gone."

Cheng Baichuan was taken aback, his face grave. "This is our responsibility!"

She handed him the water, saying, "Now that you're back, don't overthink it. Wash up before you come to see your daughter. Don't forget, you still have a wife lying in the hospital and a newborn daughter."

Liang Zhicheng took a deep breath. "You're right."

Liang Zhicheng took the water and drank it all in one gulp, then solemnly patted Cheng Baichuan on the shoulder.

"Thank you anyway."

Cheng Baichuan looked at the black handprint on his shoulder and was speechless.

This guy must have done this on purpose!

Inside the room, Yueyue would occasionally glance out the window.

Li Wanqing helped her wipe her face clean and changed her clothes, and the little one couldn't hold back and wanted to run outside.

When Yueyue ran outside and didn't see her father, her face immediately fell. "Daddy..."

Cheng Baichuan quickly explained, and Yueyue managed to stop crying, but her eyes remained fixed on the doorway.

“Honey… Lao Liang just got back and hasn’t eaten yet. Do you think you could cook him something to eat?” Cheng Baichuan asked.

Li Wanqing: ......

When there's nothing going on, he calls her "Comrade Li Wanqing"; when there's something going on, he calls her "wife".

This guy really knows how to use the concept of "distance" perfectly!

"I have noodles and eggs, I'll cook some egg noodles!"

Li Wanqing had just finished cooking the noodles when Liang Zhicheng rushed over in a flurry.

After tidying up, I finally looked presentable.

Li Wanqing cooked a large bowl, and Liang Zhicheng didn't stand on ceremony, picking up the bowl and starting to eat.

While eating, they kept praising Li Wanqing's excellent cooking skills!

When Yueyue saw her father come back, her face lit up with obvious joy. She sat obediently to the side, her eyes fixed on her father.

After finishing his noodles, Liang Zhicheng prepared to leave with Yueyue, as he needed to rush to the hospital.

Before leaving, Cheng Baichuan kindly reminded Liang Zhicheng to keep an eye on Qin Qianqian.

It always feels strange when an unrelated outsider suddenly gets involved in someone else's family affairs!

"Old Cheng! It's been two years, and you've become just like all the gossipy old women in the compound!"

Liang Zhicheng waved his hand dismissively, "Little Qin even tried to comfort Weiwei, but... Weiwei got stuck on her own thoughts."

He always thought she was holding him back because of her status!

Cheng Baichuan: ...I'm so stupid!

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