After returning home, Ruan Ruan first delivered the things she had bought, and then told her grandparents about her encounter with Cui Yingying.

"The younger generation of the Cui family is becoming more and more unruly," Grandma Ruan said. People from their time, especially those from aristocratic families, paid great attention to rules and etiquette.

"The Cui family is already doomed, let them jump around a few more times," the old man continued. "We already have evidence of the Cui family's treason. The reason we haven't taken action against them yet is to lure out the people hiding in the shadows."

"Ruan Ruan, Hao Cheng, remember this: as members of the Ruan family, as long as you do things that are worthy of the country and its people, the Ruan family will always be your support."

"I know, Grandpa, don't worry, we won't let the Ruan family be disgraced." This is a military family, and each generation has risked their lives for it. No one in the Ruan family will allow themselves to become a disgrace to the family.

Ruan Chuanji came back early today. When he arrived, Ruan Ruan and Huo Haocheng were busy in the kitchen. They were leaving tomorrow, and before leaving, they were cooking a meal for their family. The next time they would see each other might be during the Chinese New Year, or even longer.

"You're back! You're in for a treat today. Try your daughter and son-in-law's cooking," Gu Wenzhen said to Ruan Chuanji.

"Dad, you're back. Wait a moment, Haocheng is still cooking." Ruan Ruan first brought out the braised meat and cold dishes she had made and put them on the table, otherwise there wouldn't be enough room in the kitchen.

“Okay, I’ll enjoy my daughter’s blessings today,” he said, and sat down next to his wife to chat.

"How long until Shao Hong and the others return?" the old man asked.

"It should be soon." In the same military region, Ruan Chuanji drove away, while Ruan Shaohong and his brothers had to ride their bikes back by themselves, just to get some exercise.

Twenty minutes later, on the dining table

"Quickly, quickly, quickly, try Ruan Ruan and Hao Cheng's cooking!"

"Hmm, this braised pork is quite good."

"This rabbit meat is quite good too."

"Ruan Ruan's braised meat is good."

"Isn't it delicious? Isn't your cooking good?" Ruan Ruan was happy to see everyone enjoying the food.

After the meal, Ruan Chuanji gave Ruan Ruan the translation certificate he had prepared for her. "This is your work certificate. Keep it safe. The books that need your translation will be mailed to you after you board the train tomorrow. Your salary will be calculated at two cents per unit. Is there anything else you don't understand?"

"No, I understand perfectly, thank you, Dad." Ruan Ruan took the certificate, very happy. She was now a government employee.

"Do a good job," Ruan Chuanji patted Ruan Ruan on the shoulder, then put his hands behind his back.

"Ruan Ruan, be careful on the way, okay? Never walk alone when you're out and about. Stay close to Hao Cheng and Jing He," Gu Wenzhen said, pulling Ruan Ruan along and giving her repeated instructions.

"Mom, don't worry, I'll take good care of myself."

"Mom, Dad, Grandpa and Grandma, don't worry, I will definitely protect Ruan Ruan," Huo Haocheng assured his four elders.

"Aunt, Uncle, don't worry, I'm here." Gu Jinghe looked at his aunt's repeated admonitions, then at his mother's expression as he left, and waved his hand as if to say, "Go away, go away, just looking at you annoys me." Is this how daughters are treated?

This is far too biased towards women and disregards men.

"Alright, everyone get some rest. We all have to get up early tomorrow." After saying that, the old man went back to his room to sleep with his hands behind his back. He knew his granddaughter's abilities and wasn't worried at all. If someone really didn't know what they were doing, then they would be the ones who should be worried.

"Sigh," Ruan Ruan lay on the bed, staring at the ceiling.

"I'm so sorry, Ruan Ruan. Because of me, you've had to leave your families time and time again." Huo Haocheng turned and hugged Ruan Ruan.

"Brother, don't say sorry. Where are you? That's my home. We'll never be apart." Ruan Ruan didn't think going to Yuncheng with Huo Haocheng was a bad thing for her. The child has grown up and should go out and see the world, and make his own way in the world. Family is here. He can come back whenever he wants.

"Okay, we'll never be apart." Huo Haocheng hugged Ruan Ruan tightly and gently kissed her forehead.

"Go to sleep, we need to get up early tomorrow."

"Uh-huh"

Ruan Ruan fell asleep in Huo Haocheng's arms, and also woke up in his arms.

"She's awake. It's almost time; we should get up."

"good"

The two washed up, packed their belongings into their bags, and went downstairs together.

"Get up, come have breakfast, then we'll pick up Jinghe."

At five o'clock in the morning, the family ate breakfast together to accompany Ruan Ruan and Huo Haocheng.

"These are for you to eat on the road. The weather is so hot these days, they might spoil. Eat them early," Gu Wenzhen said, taking out the food she had prepared in advance and putting it in the car for them.

"Remember to call back when you arrive. Be careful on the road. Go on," Ruan Chuanji said, waving his hand and telling Ruan Shaohong to drive them to the train station.

After picking up Gu Jinghe from the Gu family home, the three of them headed straight to the train station.

"You two take good care of Ruan Ruan, and be careful yourselves too. Call me when you arrive to let me know you're safe. I'll head back now," Ruan Shaohong said to the three of them after the train pulled into the station.

"Go back, we'll be careful."

"Drive carefully, brother, and please be safe too."

Ruan Chuanji bought sleeper berths for the three of them in the same carriage. No one entered their carriage until the train started moving, which made things very convenient for them.