Several more months passed, and before we knew it, the season of lotus leaves blooming in pairs arrived.

Because the military needed to send people to Beijing for training, the regiment's only spot was given to Yuan Qiang.

Good things have been happening all around us in the past few months. Even Ding Haotian, who was divorced, got married to Zhao Mingyan.

Both of them are now pregnant, and I heard they'll be giving birth around this time next year.

Seeing everyone around him living their lives happily, Gu Shaoxuan knew that Yuan Qiang would become more and more heartbroken as he watched this scene unfold.

Since returning to Beijing last year, Mao Xiangling has never returned to Yongning, not even for the Spring Festival.

It seems she was also seriously injured. Since they've both calmed down for a while, they can take this training opportunity to meet.

Gu Shaoxuan told Yuan Qiang the news and told him to get ready quickly so they could leave the day after tomorrow.

"Make the most of this week of training and try your best to win the girl's heart."

I heard from Enruo that Xiangling is now remarkable, frequently performing surgeries under the guidance of her mentor at Peking Union Medical College.

He's practically become an expert in cardiology, and he's quite well-known in the field of cardiac surgery in China.

"I'll try my best to bring you good news when I come back this time. You and Xiangling have had a tough time together."

Yuan Qiang was in a state of high excitement; he dreamed countless nights that Mao Xiangling would come back to see him.

Seeing Ding Haotian get married made her extremely envious, and she felt even more miserable.

This is a rare opportunity, a business trip on official business; otherwise, where would we find such a chance to meet?

"Old Gu, I will do everything in my power, but I'm just afraid that Xiangling has already found her sweetheart."

"Don't talk nonsense. Xiangling is not the kind of person who would fall in love with someone else. She is loyal and devoted to her family."

Otherwise, why would a young woman who is almost thirty years old go against her family's wishes and insist on being with you?

Last year's incident was just a minor episode; Xiangling was forced into saying those harsh words.

She's probably feeling just as bad as you are. Oh, and don't forget to bring back some local specialties as a token of your appreciation.

Gu Shaoxuan acted like an emotional strategist, offering advice and suggestions.

Seeing Yuan Qiang's worried expression, this was the only way he could encourage him.

When he was about to divorce Xia Enruo, Yuan Qiang gave him a lot of advice and suggestions.

Now the tables have turned, and it's my turn to comfort him.

However, he would be willing to go through fire and water to help his brother, who would risk his life for him, to bring him a happy marriage.

Yuan Qiang listened attentively, nodding occasionally. This time, he was like a suicide squad, determined not to turn back until he succeeded.

When Gu Shaoxuan returned home that evening, he told Xia Enruo about Yuan Qiang's training trip to Beijing.

Upon hearing this, Xia Enruo said with some excitement:

"This is indeed a good thing; it's a rare opportunity."

It's been almost a year since Xiangling last left.

We only talk on the phone occasionally, and she always cries whenever we talk about Yuan Qiang.

It seems this wound in my heart won't heal overnight.

Gu Shaoxuan picked up a mouthful of rice and put it in his mouth, saying:

Do you think Xiangling might have found another boyfriend over there?

Upon hearing this, Xia Enruo became furious and hit her husband on the head with her chopsticks.

"What are you saying? I know my girlfriend well enough. Do you think she's the kind of fickle person?"

If she found another boyfriend, why didn't she find one sooner?

Wang Yaqin had always disagreed with the two of them being together, so why wait until they were so old and almost old maids to find someone?

What are you men thinking?

Was Yuan Qiang the most handsome man in the world, or was he incredibly wealthy?

"Isn't he just an ordinary person? Xiangling has been devoted to him for so many years, without a second thought. How could she be like what you're saying?"

"Honey, I was just asking. Is that what I told Yuan Qiang today?"

"Why does Yuan Qiang think Mao Xiangling has changed her mind?"

"No, no. He's just worried."

"There's no need to worry about that. Xiangling is definitely not that kind of person."

By the way, could you take Yuan Qiang to the train station the day after tomorrow? I happen to have some things to give to Xiangling.

Let him take it with him. I've missed her terribly since I haven't seen her for a year. Since I can't see her, I might as well bring her something."

"No problem, pack it up and give it to me. I'll have Yuan Qiang take it over."

On the day of departure, the train departed at night and arrived in the morning.

Gu Shaoxuan and Yuan Qiang had a quick meal together, and then Gu Shaoxuan took him to the train station.

"Got it, make the most of it, buddy, I'll be waiting for your good news at home!"

Gu Shaoxuan stood on the platform and shouted to Yuan Qiang through the glass.

Yuan Qiang nodded and responded with a military salute.

**

Since returning to Beijing last year, Mao Xiangling has been single-mindedly following her mentor on house calls and performing surgeries to study heart-related diseases. She is so busy that she doesn't even have time to leave the hospital.

Even during the Spring Festival, she volunteered to stay at the hospital to cover shifts for her colleagues. Her medical skills improved so much that even her mentor and department head appreciated her highly.

I was thinking of having her stay at the hospital to work after graduation.

Mao Xiangling was also very beautiful, and many men in the hospital pursued her, but she didn't even glance at them.

Even though she had said some harsh words to Yuan Qiang in front of her mother, she still couldn't let go of this relationship.

Back in the dormitory, I mustered up the courage to call Yuan Qiang several times, but I gave up when I got to the landline in the reception room.

Since we've agreed never to see each other again, we can't hold him back any longer.

He's over thirty, well past the age for starting a family.

Instead of waiting for a relationship that has no future, why not let him go and find his own true happiness?

Even if I can't get over it myself, I can't disturb his life anymore.

That day, Mao Xiangling was doing rounds with her advisor, and the students were standing in a row waiting to be asked questions.

Corey's nurse ran over and called her over, whispering something in her ear.

Mao Xiangling's eyes flickered for a moment.

After the nurse left, she asked her supervisor for leave and rushed out in a hurry, without even having time to take off her white coat.

As I approached the department entrance, that familiar military green color came into view from afar.

Yuan Qiang was facing the wall, looking at the photos on it, waiting for her. Hearing footsteps, he slowly turned his head.

Mao Xiangling stopped a short distance away and looked at him, her eyes already brimming with tears.

After looking at each other for a moment, Mao Xiangling couldn't bear the torment in her heart and ran to him, throwing herself into his arms.

Why did you take so long to get here! Why did you take so long to get here!

I thought I'd never see you again!

Mao Xiangling, tears streaming down her face, clung to Yuan Qiang's neck and sobbed.

"I'm sorry, Xiangling. I'm so sorry!"

"I've kept you waiting too long."

Yuan Qiang, his nose red, replied softly, suppressing his voice.

He was really afraid that Mao Xiangling would refuse to see him; he was really afraid that Mao Xiangling would appear before him with other men.

These worries have now vanished.