"Don't worry, I'm an old man, I can still handle social obligations, you don't need to worry about that!"

"Okay, okay, I was too talkative. My wife is the best."

"Stop being so cheeky. You hold Lele first, I'll make the bed and let her sleep on it. Then we can tidy up our things together!"

"Okay, I'll follow my wife's lead. I'll do whatever she tells me to do, and I'll resolutely obey all decisions made by the organization!"

Deng Chunxia rolled her eyes. This old man is getting more and more glib, always talking so sweetly. She wondered where he learned it from.

In Jiang Yanshu's arms, little Lele was sleeping soundly, with some glistening, unidentified liquid at the corner of her mouth. Her adorable appearance melted Jiang Yanshu's heart.

Deng Chunxia worked quickly and efficiently. In no time, the bed was made, and the house was fully furnished. Rice, flour, and cooking oil were also prepared in the kitchen.

After putting the things she brought into the wardrobe, Deng Chunxia finally had time to open the wooden box her parents had given her.

"Oh my god, how did Mom and Dad give so much!"

Deng Chunxia looked at the contents of the box with some surprise: thirty small yellow croakers, plus several sets of jewelry, all neatly arranged inside.

Jiang Yanshu glanced at it, somewhat surprised, but since it was his daughter-in-law's dowry, he didn't say much, only giving very serious instructions:

"You must keep these things safe. As the saying goes, talent should not be flaunted. Lele is still young, so you should be careful. Also, this is a military area, so it's best not to wear jewelry or anything like that for now!"

"Yes, I know what I'm doing, don't worry. But there are only two cabinets in this room, it still doesn't seem very secure!"

Jiang Yanshu pondered for a moment, then said:

"I'll go find some tools later to lift up the bluestone slab under the bed and dig a hidden compartment inside."

"Wrap the box in oilcloth, and put the valuables in the hidden compartment. That way, you won't have to worry!"

"Is it going to work? How about we do it tonight? What if someone comes over later?"

"It's alright. Once the door is closed, everyone will know we just got back and need to rest. No one will be so tactless as to come knocking at this hour."

"Then I'll do as you say!"

Jiang Yanshu worked quickly and finished working on the hidden compartment in no time. Deng Chunxia put all the valuables except for money and tickets into the hidden compartment.

With this hidden compartment, Deng Chunxia felt a little more at ease, because these things would become her death warrant in the turmoil a few years later.

After resting for a while, Jiang Yanshu took his wife and child out to familiarize themselves with the surroundings after Jiang Xile woke up.

Along the way, they met many military wives, who all greeted them warmly. Soon, Deng Chunxia adapted to life there.

There were many children in the family compound, and the well-behaved and lovely Jiang Xile quickly made new playmates. Jiang Yanshu also returned to the army and threw himself into the intense training again.

Everything is moving in a positive direction. In this life, Jiang Xile lives with her biological parents, enjoying their love and growing up healthy and happy.

In a daze, eighteen years have passed. Thanks to Jiang Yanshu's connection, the Deng family has managed to weather that turbulent era peacefully.

Looking at her graceful daughter, Deng Chunxia felt as if she were in a dream, as if everything in her past life was just a nightmare, a warning from God.

Deng Chunxia now seems to have forgotten what Jiang Wanmin looks like.

With Jiang Yanshu's company and meticulous care, Deng Chunxia has completely forgotten the past and faded away the memory of her previous life that tore her heart apart and caused her unbearable pain.

"Mom, let me introduce you. This is my boyfriend, Liu Ziming, Uncle Liu's youngest son!"

Looking at the perfect couple before her, Deng Chunxia smiled from the bottom of her heart.