Chapter 160, you think you're so great?

“I have a relative on my mother’s side who’s a cadre in that village at the foot of the mountain behind the village. He’s in charge of this area! If you need to rent a place, just let me know, and I’ll put in a good word for you. I guarantee I’ll find you the biggest and best courtyard!”

Yang Yiyi was taken aback by her enthusiasm and was momentarily speechless.

"Really? Then... then thank you so much, Sister-in-law Zhou."

"Don't mention it!" Zhou Hong waved her hand, then changed the subject, her voice neither too loud nor too soft, just loud enough for everyone in the courtyard to hear clearly.

She said it with a hint of boasting and innuendo:

"However... that village hasn't been very peaceful lately. They're checking outsiders very strictly. Without connections, forget about renting a good house, you probably won't be able to rent one at all."

As soon as she said that, Yang Yiyi's smile froze.

Even if she were stupid, she could tell that this wasn't helping at all; it was clearly a warning to her, and a way to sow discord between her and Su Yue.

Su Yue held her water glass, slowly took a sip of warm water, and watched Zhou Hong perform quietly without even lifting her eyelids.

Seeing that Su Yue didn't respond, Zhou Hong's determination grew even stronger.

She released Yang Yiyi and then patted her shoulder earnestly.

"Xiao Yang, it's not that I'm criticizing you, but when a woman gets married, she still has to find a capable man, otherwise she'll have to beg her grandfather and grandmother for a place to live."

"Look at your sister Su Yue, how lucky she is. Commander Gu is young and promising, and now the military region has even given him special permission to build a small villa. People are just different."

Every sentence was about Yang Yiyi, but every word felt like it was stabbing Su Yue.

Yang Yiyi's face instantly turned bright red.

"you!"

She was trembling with anger and was about to retort when a warm hand gently pulled her arm.

It's Su Yue.

Su Yue shook her head at her, then looked up at Zhou Hong with a faint smile on her face.

“Sister-in-law Zhou is right.”

Zhou Hong was taken aback, not expecting Su Yue to agree with her.

She was feeling smug, thinking that Su Yue had given in, when she heard Su Yue continue speaking unhurriedly.

"However, I trust Yiyi's judgment. Yun Mu is a capable, young, energetic, and promising individual."

Su Yue paused, then looked Zhou Hong up and down with a gaze that made Zhou Hong feel uneasy.

"Unlike some people, whose husbands have been in the position of battalion commander for almost ten years, right?"

"Has it been moved?"

It was a simple, unadorned sentence, without a single swear word.

But this caused the smile on Zhou Hong's face to freeze instantly.

Her husband, Battalion Commander Zhao, was indeed a veteran, but his abilities were mediocre. He had been stuck in the position of battalion commander for many years and could not be promoted. This was common knowledge in the entire military compound and was the biggest thorn in her side.

Now, Su Yue has casually pulled out the thorn, leaving it bloody and exposed in front of her.

Zhou Hong's face flushed red and then turned pale, it was quite a sight.

Her fingers, gripping the fruit basket tightly, turned white from the force, and her nails were almost digging into her flesh.

"What...what nonsense are you spouting!"

She was furious, and her voice changed.

"Pfft."

Yang Yiyi, who was standing next to her, couldn't help but burst out laughing.

Seeing Zhou Hong's discomfitured expression, her frustration vanished, replaced by a feeling of satisfaction.

This laugh completely ignited Zhou Hong's anger.

She glared fiercely at Su Yue, then stabbed Yang Yiyi, before slamming the fruit basket she was holding onto the ground.

"You don't appreciate my kindness! I was trying to help you out of kindness, and this is how you treat me! Fine, if you're so capable, go find someone else yourself!"

After saying that, she threw down a harsh remark, turned around and left, her back view filled with anger and embarrassment.

After everyone had gone far away, Yang Yiyi anxiously approached Su Yue.

"Sister-in-law, are we... offending her too much by doing this? I'm afraid she'll really make things difficult for me when it comes to renting a house."

Su Yue sneered.

"As long as she doesn't bother me, we're at peace."

"If she dares to do anything, I'll teach her a lesson she won't forget."

Su Yue's tone was calm, but Yang Yiyi sensed a reassuring power in it.

She nodded, no longer worried.

With Su Yue around, she wasn't afraid of anything.

...

Two days later, Su Yue was discharged from the hospital.

Gu Beichen had completed all the formalities early in the morning, carrying a small bag containing Su Yue's changed clothes.

He walked to the bedside and looked at Su Yue, who had already changed her clothes and was preparing to get out of bed. His brows furrowed into a knot.

"Don't move."

He uttered two words and strode forward.

Just as Su Yue was about to say that she could walk by herself, she was suddenly lifted up by a strong force.

"Gu Beichen!" Su Yue was startled and instinctively hugged his neck. "What are you doing? I can walk by myself. The doctor said there's no problem."

The man glanced down at her, his jawline taut, and tightened his grip on her arms, walking out without a word.

His handsome face clearly said, "I don't listen," "I don't care," and "I'm in charge."

Helpless, Su Yue could only bury her face in his firm chest, letting him treat her like a fragile porcelain doll.

From the ward to the hospital entrance, I received countless glances along the way, some envious, some curious.

Su Yue felt her cheeks burning and muttered softly, "How embarrassing..."

Gu Beichen didn't stop walking, his voice coming from his chest, deep and domineering: "Who dares to laugh?"

Okay, you're the commander, you're amazing.

Su Yue completely gave up struggling.

She was carried into the car and then carried out of the car, and finally carried directly into the bedroom and placed steadily on the bed.

Gu Beichen covered her with a thin blanket and tucked the corners in, his movements meticulous, as if he were completing some important military mission.

"Lie still and don't move," he commanded.

"I want to drink water," Su Yue said.

The man turned around to pour water, tested the temperature, and then brought it to her lips.

Just as Su Yue was about to reach out and take it herself, Gu Beichen stubbornly pushed the cup forward a little further.

The meaning is obvious: I'll feed you.

Su Yue had no choice but to drink a few sips from his hand.

"I need to use the restroom," she said again.

Gu Beichen remained expressionless: "I'll carry you there."

"..." Su Yue finally couldn't take it anymore and pushed him away. "Gu Beichen! That's enough! It's not like I've lost an arm or a leg!"

She's physically weak, not paralyzed!

The man was pushed back half a step by her, standing still, his tall figure appearing somewhat helpless and aggrieved.

"The doctor said I need to rest," he explained softly.

"Rest is not the same as being bedridden!" Su Yue was so angry she almost laughed. "Go get me some more fruit. I want an apple, you peel it for me."

She decided to give this energetic man something to do.

"good."

Gu Beichen immediately accepted the order and left. He returned shortly with a plate of apples cut into small pieces, with a toothpick carefully placed next to them.

Su Yue was rendered speechless by his nervous demeanor, and the slight embarrassment and annoyance she felt at being offended turned into a sweet feeling.