It's been over a month since school started, and Liu Jiu came back once during that time.

Military academies are different from other universities. Not only do students have to study, but they also have to train. There are many things that Liu Jiu has never been exposed to before, which are unique to the Air Force. Liu Jiu has to familiarize himself with them, master them, and finally be able to control them.

Gu Xuanyi fared slightly better, but it wasn't easy for him either. He had no background in painting and had a lot to learn. No matter how busy he was, he always made time to go home, chat with his second aunt, and eat some of Aunt Xiang's delicious cooking. That made him feel at ease.

Sanqi is in the second year of junior high school now, and he's grown taller again, almost as tall as his sister. Moreover, he's already mastered a third foreign language. Teacher Zhai thinks she had a good eye; Sanqi's language skills are truly impressive.

Sanqi now makes sure to visit Teacher Zhai three times a week, and he can ride his bicycle back and forth by himself. Teacher Zhai has actually taught everything he can teach, so Sanqi mainly goes there to keep Teacher Zhai company, chat, and have a meal.

"Mom, I'm home."

Bonnie had just hung up the phone when Sanqi rushed in.

"Are you hungry? Wash your hands and eat. Your dad has something to do today and can't come back, so it'll just be the three of us eating."

"Is my dad going to be busy again?"

Sanqi put the things away, washed her hands, and sat down at the dining table.

"I haven't heard of that; it's all confidential."

Over the years, Bonnie had gotten used to it and rarely inquired about Gu Ye's work. She'd been living here for several years, but the people she knew were still the same. She really wasn't good at socializing, especially with the families of high-ranking officials.

"That's true, we need to follow confidentiality regulations. By the way, Mom, I heard that junior high school will start three years earlier in the future."

"Really? Who told you that? I haven't heard of it."

Bonnie knew the school system would change, but she didn't know when.

"I overheard the teachers in my grade talking about it when I went to the office to deliver the homework."

"That might be true. I wonder if the high school will change it?"

Sanqi hadn't thought about the high school issue; if everything was changed, he would have to go to university two years later.

“If everything is changed, son, he will have to go to university two years later.”

“It’s okay, I can spend more time with you all at home. My sister will only get busier and busier in the future, and she’ll only be able to come home a limited number of times. I’m not in a hurry to go to university.”

Since the family members started working or going to university, only a few of them remained permanently at home, making it a bit lonely. Sanqi didn't want his parents to feel uncomfortable with their children leaving home.

"My son is such a sweet little angel. What good deeds did I do in my past life to be blessed with such a wonderful husband and children in this life!"

"Mom, tell me about your children first, then your husband."

Sanqi pouted deliberately; his father's presence was too strong.

"You little rascal, without your dad, you wouldn't be here. Alright, you don't need to stay with Mom anymore, go do what you need to do. Thank you, son!"

"You're welcome, Mom, hehe..."

Sanqi went back to his room to study after dinner. His sister isn't home now, so his evening workout is canceled, but he still needs to keep up with his morning workout, as his sister will be checking up on him.

Bonnie went back to her room; she needed to work on her manuscript. She had written quite a few short stories about relationships, but none of them had been accepted yet.

They thought there was no hope. There was no such article in China, and no newspaper or magazine would try it easily. Bonnie had given up.

However, a few days ago, a well-known magazine replied to Bonnie. Their editor-in-chief thought Bonnie's short stories were very well written and had practical value. They discussed the relevant matters and prepared to publish them.

Bonnie checked it one last time and felt it was all set; she could mail it tomorrow. Bonnie had been writing these little stories on and off for over two years, but no newspapers were willing to publish them. Bonnie was almost losing motivation and wanted to give up, but she was also unwilling to.

Knowing that this is a necessary thing, and that I have spent a lot of time and energy creating it, it is really not easy to give it up.

Bonnie put the copied manuscript into a brown paper bag and placed it on her desk, planning to mail it out on her way to work tomorrow.

Thinking back to her previous novels, after the serialization ended, Bonnie received many letters from readers. Judging from the content, most of them were from military wives, who shared their joys and sorrows in life.

Bonnie had just finished tidying up when she heard the door open; it must be Gu Ye returning.

"Why are you so late? Have you eaten?"

"I haven't eaten yet. Let me eat something first, and I'll talk to you later."

Gu Ye was really hungry, so he washed his hands and prepared to eat.

"They're all in the pot. I don't know if you've eaten them yet, but just to be safe, I've left them warm in the pot. Try them and see if they're cold. If they are, heat them up a bit. You can't eat them cold, or you'll get a stomachache later."

Bonnie put on a coat and came out; it was autumn, and it was a bit chilly in the mornings and evenings.

"It's not cold, the water in the pot is warm."

Bonnie came over and touched it; it really wasn't cold.

"I'm not cold. I've carried out the commander's orders very thoroughly."

Gu Ye was really hungry, and after saying that, he ate very quickly, taking big bites.

Bonnie poured him a glass of water and left it to cool, so he could drink it when he was thirsty.

Gu Ye finished eating and went to wash up. Bao Ni tidied up the kitchen, and I went inside.

"Wife, Gu Bei is dead."

"Who's dead? Gu Bei? What happened? Wasn't he in prison?"

Bonnie was very surprised. She didn't really remember Gu Bei. She had only met him a few times. The most memorable time was when they first met. He was a teenager who almost bumped into Gu's sister-in-law while trying to take Xuan Yu's things. At that time, Gu's sister-in-law was pregnant with Gu Xuan Yi.

More than ten years have passed in the blink of an eye, and they haven't seen each other much during that time.

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