Zhu Yanlan and Bai Qingtan walked on the military training ground.

"Yanlan, I'm sorry, thank you so much for coming back today. I just wanted to see you and talk to you!" Bai Qingtan knew he was being too greedy.

But the closer he got to this place, the more conflicted and tormented he felt.

"Bai Qingtan, I still like you very much." Zhu Yanlan earnestly told Bai Qingtan her thoughts, "But, it's impossible between us now. Even though you're terminally ill, I can stay by your side until the very last moment, that's all!"

Bai Qingtan's face showed a hint of happiness, but upon hearing the second half of the sentence, her expression vanished instantly.

Zhu Yanlan made no secret of her love for Bai Qingtan.

That's how feelings are; you either love or you don't.

Similarly, while loving, there is also hate, hate that this love has tied Zhu Yanlan down too much, and she can't let go of it.

During times of war, they put aside their personal feelings and fought on the front lines. When the world was at peace, she had more time to think about and delve into this issue.

Zhu Yanlan loved too deeply and was hurt too deeply. She couldn't let go, couldn't put it down, and couldn't pick it up again.

"Bai Qingtan, my love is pure! But your love for me is no longer! I don't want to continue this entanglement with you. I hope you live well in the days to come. If you want to see me every day, I will grant your wish and stay by your side as a close friend."

Calmly say the most heartbreaking words.

Zhu Yanlan's eyes held many tears, but she was used to being strong in front of others and vulnerable in private.

Bai Qingtan smiled, pursing her lips, but dared not look into Zhu Yanlan's eyes.

His eyes were starting to sting, he wanted to cry, and his nose was stuffy, so he could only breathe deeply through his mouth and throat.

"Okay, thank you, Yanlan!" Bai Qingtan was already very grateful to be able to hear Zhu Yanlan speak to him.

Zhu Yanlan took a deep breath, looked up at Bai Qingtan and said, "If there's nothing else, I'll head back now. Happy New Year, Bai Qingtan!"

"Yes, Happy New Year." Bai Qingtan blinked, tears still streaming down his face. He swallowed hard, then looked away from Zhu Yanlan, not wanting her to see him in such a wretched state.

Zhu Yanlan turned and left first.

Bai Qingtan watched her departing figure.

She shed tears calmly; knowing Zhu Yanlan too well, she knew this would be the outcome.

They are passionate and decisive; once they give up, they give up.

"Yanlan, I'm sorry!" Bai Qingtan was the one who gave up first, so he should accept this ending.

"I wish you find a good match!" This was Bai Qingtan's best advice to Zhu Yanlan.

This can be considered Bai Qingtan's best blessing for Zhu Yanlan.

This is just like when they first met; it was very cold, but their love melted the snowflakes in the freezing cold!

In the sweltering summer, the burning love was frozen.

Bai Qingtan looked up and saw Lu Chuan with a slightly bitter smile.

Suppressing the pain, he turned his back to Zhu Yanlan.

Adult love is persistent; mature love is rational.

You might think Zhu Yanlan is heartless, but when she was abandoned, wasn't Bai Qingtan just as heartless?

This New Year was spent amidst hustle and bustle, as well as silence and sorrow...

Lu Chen was packing Jiang Mingjing's luggage for her return in the room. Jiang Mingjing was holding the two children, feeling very reluctant to part with them.

Shen Qiaoyue packed all the local specialties that Jin Chengwei's family had brought over into bags.

"Qiaoyue, keep this for yourself. I can't eat much. I'm going back by plane!" Jiang Mingjing went back with Bai Qingtan. Bai Qingtan's condition was already very serious, and his superiors required him to return to Beijing to recuperate.

The doctors over there are more skilled than those here.

"This is dried and ready-made, along with chili sauce made by Lu Chen, dried radish, and some local specialties. I'm taking some back for my uncle and Yao Yao's mother."

Jiang Mingjing watched as Shen Qiaoyue busied herself with everything, taking care of every detail.

"Qiaoyue, don't bother, you don't need to bring so much. Beijing has everything! Keep it for yourselves. You and Lu Chen are under a lot of pressure living together, and you still have to raise two children!" Jiang Mingjing didn't want his son and daughter-in-law's things; these days, many things are very expensive.

Shen Qiaoyue said, "Dad, don't worry. Lu Chen and I will definitely take care of ourselves first when we have food."

Take out a bottle of honey.

“You’re always busy with work. This honey dissolves more easily than brown sugar. Just add some warm water and you can drink it. Remember to drink it!” Shen Qiaoyue said, putting it into the bag.

Jiang Mingjing knew he couldn't persuade her, so he simply stopped trying.

"Okay, I understand. You and Lu Chen should live a good life together. If you encounter any difficulties, call me. If you can't answer the phone, send me a telegram." Jiang Mingjing had been staying for a few days and found life too comfortable. Every day, he would get up, eat, rest, have lunch on time, and take care of the children.

I have never enjoyed a day like this before.

"Qiaoyue, when Lu Chen goes to Beijing for the competition, you should go with him if you have time. You have many relatives there, so let the children meet them," Jiang Mingjing instructed.

As Shen Qiaoyue bent down to pack her things, she replied, "Dad, we know. We'll come over when we have time. When you arrive, remember to call and let us know you're safe."

What Lu Chen was too embarrassed to say, Chen Qiaoyue said for him.

"I know," Jiang Mingjing replied.

Lu Chen finished tidying up in his room, picked up his bag, and walked to the living room door.

"All packed, we can head out now," Lu Chen said, glancing at Jiang Mingjing.

The car is already parked at the entrance.

By this time, Shen Qiaoyue had finished packing everything she had prepared.

Jiang Mingjing reluctantly handed the child to Shen Qiaoyue.

Before leaving, take one last look at the child.

Da Nian looked up at his grandfather, his eyes wide, his tender little hands tightly gripping Jiang Mingjing's hand.

Xiao Nian was a little sleepy and kept rubbing his eyes.

Shen Qiaoyue carried Xiao Nian back to bed in the room, as Xiao Nian was about to fall asleep.

Little New Year fell asleep as soon as he touched the bed.

Shen Qiaoyue covered the child with a baby blanket and came out to hug Da Nian.

Jiang Mingjing looked at Da Nian's little hands, which were tightly gripping his clothes.

"Da Nian is reluctant to see Grandpa leave, isn't he?" Jiang Mingjing was heartbroken and his voice was slightly hoarse when he spoke, making it almost impossible to tell that he was sad.

Da Nian looked up at Jiang Mingjing and made a baby-like sound.

Jiang Mingjing kissed Da Nian's forehead, then carried the child out the door.

Lu Chen came in and casually picked up the bag of luggage that Shen Qiaoyue had prepared, and then came out.

As they reached the door, Jiang Mingjing reluctantly handed the child to Shen Qiaoyue to hold.

After Shen Qiaoyue took the child, Danian still refused to let go of her hand.

Jiang Mingjing smiled and teased, "Da Nian wants to go with Grandpa, huh?"