If you were to ask who the children in the family like the most, it would undoubtedly be Gu Mingyue.

The children were all greedy and couldn't resist the sight of anything Gu Mingyue made.

Sister-in-law Qin then added, "Don't eat raw or cold food while you're pregnant. I've prepared some seafood to share with you. Remember to cook it thoroughly before you eat it."

Gu Mingyue sat in the middle, listening to the three of them talking back and forth, while Lin Hui stuffed an apple into her hand and held her.

After chatting for a few minutes, everyone dispersed, mainly because they considered that Gu Mingyue needed to rest more after her examination and urged her to go home and lie down.

Gu Mingyue returned home, washed the pork bones she had just bought, threw them into a clay pot, added enough water, and brought it to a boil over high heat.

Fresh pork bones do not need to be blanched. Just put them directly into a pot, bring to a boil over high heat, then simmer over low heat.

Once the soup turns white, add a handful of bok choy.

Soon, a rich aroma of meat wafted from the casserole, mixed with the fresh scent of bok choy.

Gu Mingyue ladled out a bowl and drank it down mouthful by mouthful with the hot soup. The warmth slid from her throat into her stomach, and even her lower abdomen felt warm.

The stewed pork bones were tender and flavorful, and Gu Mingyue ate two large bowls of it.

After finishing her meal, she gradually felt sleepy. She forced herself to drink the Chinese medicine, quickly cleaned up the dishes, and then lay down on the bed and fell into a deep sleep.

Meanwhile, at the hospital, Zhang Shouyi, who had been rescued, opened his eyes. The guard who was watching over his bed saw that he was awake and wiped away tears with emotion.

"Old leader, you've finally woken up."

Zhang Shouyi came to visit his old comrade-in-arms. He was getting old and his family was worried about him, so he sent his bodyguard with him.

It's ostensibly about companionship, but in reality, it's about supervision.

Since retiring, Zhang Shouyi has enjoyed a few drinks in his spare time.

Over time, his body couldn't keep up, and a hospital check-up revealed that the battles of his earlier years had taken a toll on his health, requiring him to rest and recuperate.

Zhang Shouyi's favorite thing was a plate of peanuts with a pot of wine, which he enjoyed immensely.

If you try to stop him from drinking, he gets really anxious and restless. He finally managed to escape the supervision of his younger family members by visiting his old comrade-in-arms.

Unexpectedly, they had anticipated his judgment and sent a guard to accompany him.

How could a mere guard possibly keep an eye on a veteran who had been through countless battles?

Taking advantage of the other party's inattention, Zhang Shouyi went up the mountain to hunt pheasants and then went to the supply and marketing cooperative to get some wine to drink. Just thinking about it made him happy.

But he never expected that he would stumble; not long after he went up the mountain, he was attacked by a snake.

Despite the rescue efforts, it was to no avail. He used his last strength to crawl to the road and quietly awaited death.

Just as he was losing consciousness, he suddenly sensed someone approaching, and then a sweet liquid slid down his throat, and he felt much of the pain in his body subside.

Perhaps God saw how difficult his life had been over the past few decades and gave him a break.

Lying on the bed, Zhang Shouyi said weakly, "Where is the little girl who brought me here?"

He was still somewhat conscious at the time and could clearly hear the other person's voice.

The guard was somewhat puzzled: "I didn't see the young lady you mentioned. When I came here, I only saw soldiers from the army. Please wait a moment while I go and ask her."

The guard went out and returned a few minutes later. He learned from the nurses' station that the comrade who brought the old man over was named Gu Mingyue, and was a military dependent from a nearby residential compound.

Zhang Shouyi moved his lips, his voice still somewhat weak, "She's a kind-hearted girl, I'll remember her."

He took a breath, his gaze falling on the guards waiting beside him, his tone carrying an unquestionable solemnity.

"Prepare a small gift and send it over first. It doesn't need to be expensive, but it must be thoughtful. We'll visit together after you're discharged from the hospital."

Upon hearing this, the guard immediately responded, "Yes, sir. Don't worry, I'll arrange it right away and make sure the gift is delivered."

Following Zhang Shouyi's instructions, the guard turned around and rushed to the supply and marketing cooperative. He bought some common canned malted milk powder and snacks, and carried the items to the family compound.

After registering at the entrance and explaining his purpose, the young comrade on guard helped him find the way, and the guard successfully located Gu Mingyue's home.

Gu Mingyue had just woken up from her afternoon nap when she heard a knock on the door. When she opened it, she saw a soldier she didn't recognize.

"Hello comrade, is there anything I can help you with?"

The guard quickly stepped forward, smiling as he explained his purpose: "Hello comrade, I am Zhang Shouyi's subordinate, the old man you rescued this morning."

After waking up, Old Zhang kept thinking about how you saved his life, so he specifically asked me to bring some things first. He plans to personally visit and thank you once he's feeling better.

Gu Mingyue quickly waved her hand, declining the offer: "It's just a small favor, there's no need to be so polite."

Seeing that she refused to accept it, the guard placed the item on the ground and said sincerely, "This is Mr. Zhang's kind gesture, please accept it. He's been saying he wanted to thank you in person."

Since the other party had gone to such lengths, it would be rather pretentious for Gu Mingyue not to accept it, so she had no choice but to agree and say, "Please give my regards to Elder Zhang."

She was home alone, and out of politeness, Gu Mingyue invited the guard to come in for a drink of water.

The guard, clearly aware of his situation, politely declined.

After he left, Gu Mingyue took her things home.

Looking at the table full of food, she thought that the old man's condition should be fine, so she had done a good deed.

Lu Lin wasn't home, so Gu Mingyue couldn't share the good news of her pregnancy with him. Considering her family, she decided to make a phone call.

Beijing City.

When Gu Mingyue called home, Xia Huiying answered the phone.

Hearing her granddaughter-in-law's voice on the other end of the phone, she smiled, her eyes crinkling, and her hand holding the receiver showed affection: "How's Mingyue doing lately? Still no word from Lu Lin on his mission, huh?"

Even through the phone line, Gu Mingyue could imagine the old man's smiling face.

She smiled slightly and said in a cheerful voice, "Grandma, I'm fine. There's something else I need to tell you. The doctor said I'm pregnant, and I'm six weeks along."

"She's pregnant?!"

Xia Huiying suddenly raised her voice, but then, afraid of startling her, she quickly softened her tone, though her voice still betrayed her excitement.

"Good boy, this is a very happy occasion."

She paced back and forth in the room a couple of times before quickly returning to the receiver.

"You must rest well and don't do heavy work. If there's anything you want to eat, go to the supply and marketing cooperative to buy it. Your mother and I will also prepare some things from Beijing and send them to you. If all else fails, we will go to the army to stay with you."

As Gu Mingyue listened to the endless instructions on the other end of the phone, a surge of warmth welled up in her heart. "Grandma, don't worry, my sisters-in-law take good care of me, and I can take care of myself too."

"Okay, if you need any help, remember to call us."

Before hanging up, she kept repeating, "I must take good care of myself, and call home anytime if anything happens."

After hanging up the receiver, Xia Huiying immediately turned around and called to her husband in the yard: "Old man, stop playing chess quickly, our granddaughter-in-law is pregnant, hurry up and help me pack our things, we'll send the baby over tomorrow."