When Zhuang Zhimeng and the others were about to leave, Liu Xiaocao made a special trip out to wave goodbye to them, marking the beginning of her new life.

Weddings in this era are really simple. On her way back, Zhuang Zhimeng couldn't help but wonder what her own wedding would be like. Then she quickly shook her head and thought, "What are you thinking about? It's too early!"

Upon arriving at the educated youth settlement, Zhuang Zhimeng and Jiang Yanxia parted ways with the other educated youth.

On their way back, Jiang Yanxia remarked, "Zhimeng, this wedding was so simple! Liu Xiaocao got married just like that?"

"Well, we can't have a big celebration, so keeping it simple is just fine!"

"That's true! Let's wish her well then!"

Zhuang Zhimeng nodded; she should indeed wish her well.

The two walked home hand in hand. Just as they reached the door, Aunt Wang suddenly called out to them, "Zhuang Zhiqing, hurry to the village entrance! Your second brother has been brought here by a car!"

When Zhuang Zhimeng heard that her second brother had arrived, she immediately ran towards the village entrance.

Jiang Yanxia didn't go with them; she went home first.

As they ran to the village entrance, they saw villagers gathered around their car, whispering among themselves.

"My goodness, is this Zhuang Zhiqing's second brother so powerful? He even sent a military car to deliver it!"

"Look, his arm is still in a sling. Is he injured?"

"It should be, I guess they came to Zhuang Zhiqing's place to recuperate from their injuries!"

Zhuang Zhiwu and Zhou Kangcheng, who brought him there, broke out in a cold sweat when they saw so many people watching and talking about them.

At this moment, Zhuang Zhiwu saw Zhuang Zhimeng and felt as if he had seen a savior: "Little sister, you've finally come!"

"Second brother, are you ready to be discharged from the hospital?"

"Yes! I came here as soon as I was discharged from the hospital."

"Let's go home then!"

Seeing that the brother and sister were about to head home, neither of them paid any attention to Zhou Kangcheng.

Zhou Kangcheng couldn't hold back any longer: "Platoon leader, this must be our sister, aren't you going to introduce her to me?"

"Get out of the way! How many times have I told you, she's my sister! Little sister, this is my comrade-in-arms, his name is... it doesn't matter! Just call him Brother Zhou!"

"Brother Zhou!"

"Hey! Girl, don't listen to the platoon leader. My name is Zhou Kangcheng. You can call me Brother Cheng; it sounds more friendly."

Zhuang Zhimeng…

"Little sister, let's go, ignore him!"

Zhuang Zhiwu pulled Zhuang Zhimeng along with his right hand and walked quickly forward, while Zhou Kangcheng followed behind carrying the luggage, shouting, "Platoon leader, wait for me!"

When the army learned that Zhuang Zhiwu was going to the village to recuperate from his injuries, they specially sent Zhou Kangcheng to take care of him.

Only after they left did the villagers dare to approach and look at the car. Some even touched it and chuckled.

After dropping Zhuang Zhiwu and Zhou Kangcheng off in the military vehicle at their destination, they left. This trip was specifically made to bring them here.

When Zhuang Zhiwu and the other two arrived home, An Qingbai was already waiting for them at the door after hearing the news.

"Second Brother, you've come!"

"Well, I've come to bother you for a while."

"No need to bother you, we've all been looking forward to your arrival!"

Seeing that they were exchanging pleasantries, Zhuang Zhimeng opened the door and said, "Let's go in!"

Ignoring the two men, he led Zhou Kangcheng to the guest room to put away their luggage. "Brother Zhou, this is the guest room. Please rest here!"

"That's perfect! We can sleep anywhere now. Thank you, sister!"

As Zhuang Zhiwu watched Zhuang Zhimeng emerge from the guest room, he took a hair clip from his pocket and handed it to her, saying, "This is a special gift your future sister-in-law prepared for you. She asked me to bring it to you!"

Zhuang Zhimeng took it and thought it looked quite pretty, and judging from the material, it wasn't cheap. "Second brother, please thank my future sister-in-law for me and tell her I really like it!"

"I told you you liked it, she was worried you wouldn't like the gift she gave you!"

"I really like it, and it looks great!"

Zhuang Zhiwu nodded, thinking that he would definitely be happy to tell Xinzhu when he got back.

Zhuang Zhiwu took out another 100 yuan and handed it to Zhuang Zhimeng: "Little sister, take this money. It's for Kang Cheng and me to pay for food and lodging during this period!"

Don't refuse! This was specially approved by the military leadership!

Zhuang Zhimeng agreed after hearing his suggestion, thinking that she should cook more delicious food for them.

Considering that Zhuang Zhiwu was still a patient, mutton soup was stewed for dinner, and the staple food was cornbread.

The mutton was from Zhuang Zhimeng's warehouse; she took it out secretly.

Zhuang Zhimeng served Zhuang Zhiwu a bowl of soup. He took a sip and didn't even bother to greet Zhou Kangcheng.

Seeing this, Zhuang Zhimeng also served Zhou Kangcheng a bowl.

"Girl, this soup is so delicious, it warms me up right after drinking it!"

"If you like it, drink more, Brother Zhou. I made a lot!"

The mutton soup is richly seasoned, with a milky white broth that is neither fishy nor gamey, and is fragrant, mellow, and delicious.

The rest of the people didn't need Zhuang Zhimeng to ask them to help; they took care of themselves and were well-fed.

Zhuang Zhiwu even broke out in a slight sweat after drinking the soup, feeling comfortable from the inside out.