Chapter 112: So even you have your moments of defeat
Ning Tang was amused by Xu Qiaofeng's aggrieved tone.
When no one was looking, she reached out and poked his stiff arm.
He asked with a smile, "Comrade Xu, aren't you being a little too jealous?"
“Those seniors were just curious because I was young and they didn’t expect me to get married so early. Besides, you’re the only one in my heart, how could I go with someone else?”
Upon hearing this, Xu Qiaofeng grasped Ning Tang's outstretched hand.
His rough fingertips gently caressed her wrist, his eyes still holding a hint of lingering jealousy.
He scoffed, "You only have me in your heart?"
“Just now inside, I heard Old Li say that he wanted his grandson to communicate with you more.”
"And then there's Old Zhang. His son is a director at the Traditional Chinese Medicine Hospital, and he's more accomplished than me. You even have things in common with him. Don't you feel disappointed?"
Disappointed?
Ning Tang deliberately dragged out her words.
Seeing Xu Qiaofeng's handsome face instantly tighten, I almost burst out laughing.
"My only emotion is the excitement of learning traditional Chinese medicine from the seniors; it has nothing to do with their sons and grandsons."
"Besides, who can be as good as our Captain Xu? He's handsome, considerate, and even gives me foot baths and massages. No one else can compare."
These words were spoken almost instantly.
The jealousy in Xu Qiaofeng's eyes finally faded a lot.
But the more he thought about it, the angrier he became, and he couldn't help but mutter, "That won't do either. You're not allowed to get too close to other women in the future."
"Especially the person who introduces you to someone, you absolutely cannot. If you abandon me and the baby, I will cry."
"Tangtang, did you hear that?"
Ning Tang deliberately put on a stern face.
From a distance, Xu Qiaofeng looked down with a wronged expression, like a wronged little wife.
She coughed heavily and said, "Xu Qiaofeng, this is unreasonable of you."
"If I need to hand over my work to them in the future, are you expecting me to avoid them?"
"One was inside the house, and the other was outside. They had to shout to talk to each other?"
“I didn’t say you should do this…” Xu Qiaofeng was silent for a few seconds.
As if her reason had suddenly returned, she blushed at a visible speed.
He's almost thirty, and he's still arguing with a young girl over something as trivial as jealousy. If word got out, he'd be laughed at to death.
Xu Qiaofeng covered his face and pulled Ning Tang to a secluded corner.
He walked very slowly, as if he was deliberately waiting for her.
He said, "Next time someone introduces you to someone, you should bring me up immediately."
"Let them know you already have a husband, a soldier, and see who dares to make a move on you."
Ning Tang felt a sweet warmth in her heart as she looked at his earnest expression.
She couldn't resist standing on tiptoe and, when no one was around, gave the man a big kiss on his left cheek.
Her voice was soft and sweet: "Okay."
"Our Captain Xu usually seems aloof, but I never expected him to be so jealous. I could smell his jealousy from far away."
Xu Qiaofeng was stunned for a moment.
He didn't expect Ning Tang to suddenly kiss him.
After realizing what had happened, her ears and neck turned red, and the corners of her mouth couldn't help but turn up, harder to suppress than a gun.
Xu Qiaofeng reached out and hugged Ning Tang's waist, carefully avoiding her pregnant belly. His voice was low but gentle.
He said with a hint of arrogance, "That's more like it."
Back in the room.
Xu Qiaofeng led Ning Tang to sit on a stool, poured her a glass of warm water, and then sat down beside her.
Ning Tang had been in a meeting for a long time and was indeed extremely thirsty.
After saying thank you, I picked up the cup and took a small sip.
Xu Qiaofeng looked at his wife's profile beside him, and couldn't help but think about what he had overheard at the conference room door earlier.
I still feel quite uneasy.
He suppressed his bitterness and asked, "Were you especially happy when those seniors praised you today?"
"Of course I'm happy!"
Ning Tang put down her water glass, her eyes sparkling.
"Being recognized by so many experts in traditional Chinese medicine shows that my previous efforts have not been in vain."
"I want to learn more from them in the future, to master the knowledge of traditional Chinese medicine, and to carry it forward."
Xu Qiaofeng nodded.
Looking at the well-behaved girl beside him, he couldn't resist reaching out and touching her hair.
“I know you like traditional Chinese medicine, and I support you. But just now I heard them say that they want you to develop your career in Beijing, and even said they would introduce you to someone. That made me really uncomfortable.”
“I’m afraid you’ll be really attracted by the opportunities in the capital, and I’m also afraid someone will snatch you away.”
Ning Tang hadn't expected Xu Qiaofeng to be so insecure.
After all, when she first met this man, she was captivated by his calm and composed demeanor.
She held his hand and looked at him earnestly: "Xu Qiaofeng, have you forgotten? When I chose to be with you, I never thought of leaving you."
"Whether it's the capital or somewhere else, as long as you're here, anywhere is home. Besides, even if I go to the capital to study, I'll go with you; I won't leave you alone."
Looking into Ning Tang's sincere eyes, Xu Qiaofeng's unease gradually dissipated.
He pulled Ning Tang into his arms, resting his chin on the top of her head.
His voice was deep and gentle: "I know, I just can't control my emotions. You're so outstanding, there must be a lot of people who like you. If I don't hurry up, I might be surpassed by someone else one day."
“You will never be outdone!” Ning Tang snuggled against him. “In my heart, you will always be the best. And don’t forget, I’m carrying your child now. We are a family, and no one can separate us.”
Xu Qiaofeng looked down at Ning Tang's protruding belly, a gentle smile on his face.
He gently stroked her belly, feeling the presence of the little life inside.
The originally cold person seemed to be soothed by spring water, and his whole being radiated the loving fatherly glow of someone about to become a father.
Just then, Ning Tang seemed to remember something and suddenly looked up at Xu Qiaofeng.
A sly glint in his eyes: "By the way, Captain Xu, you were eavesdropping on our conversation outside the door just now. Did you hear anything else?"
Xu Qiaofeng's eyes flickered, and he awkwardly looked away.
"No...no, I just heard about them introducing you to potential partners."
"Really?" Ning Tang raised an eyebrow. "I think I heard someone sighing outside the door, and someone grinding their teeth?"
Not only her, but everyone else in the room heard it.
Dean Gou initially thought the guesthouse was unclean and had rats.
Xu Qiaofeng felt a little embarrassed by Ning Tang's words and scratched his head.
"I...I'm just a little angry, angry that they introduced you to potential partners without your consent."
Ning Tang couldn't help but laugh.
"You're such a jealous person. But I like it."
As she spoke, she snuggled closer to Xu Qiaofeng, "If you ever get jealous again, just tell me. Don't keep it bottled up inside, okay?"
Xu Qiaofeng nodded, holding Ning Tang tightly, his heart filled with sweetness, even more delighted than when he received praise on his first mission.
He knew that Ning Tang was the most precious treasure in his life.
He will cherish her and love her for the rest of his life, and never let her suffer any injustice.
After a while.
Ning Tang suddenly remembered that she had something to discuss with Dean Gou in the afternoon, so she got out of Xu Qiaofeng's arms.
"Oh, right, I need to talk to Dean Gou this afternoon about learning from the senior colleagues tomorrow. Do you want to come with me?"
Xu Qiaofeng's eyes lit up and he nodded quickly.
“Okay, I’ll go with you. Perfect timing, I also wanted to talk to Dean Gou and ask him to take better care of you and not let you get too tired.”
Ning Tang smiled and nodded, understanding that Xu Qiaofeng wanted to stay by her side, afraid that someone else would try to take advantage of her.
She didn't expose him and let him follow her.
After packing their things, the two walked together toward Dean Gou's office.
On the way, Xu Qiaofeng held Ning Tang's hand tightly, his eyes warily scanning the surroundings, as if he were on guard against something.
Seeing his expression, Ning Tang couldn't help but tease him, "Xu Qiaofeng, are you protecting me? Are you afraid someone will steal me away?"
Xu Qiaofeng nodded seriously: "Of course, you are my wife, and I must protect you."
Ning Tang felt a warmth in her heart and stopped talking, letting Xu Qiaofeng lead her forward.
We arrived at Dean Gou's office.
Xu Qiaofeng knocked on the door first, and only after hearing the sound of someone coming in did he push the door open and help Ning Tang inside.
When Dean Gou saw the two of them, he smiled and joked.
"Hey, isn't this our Xiao Ning and Captain Xu? What brings you here together? Is there some good news to tell me?"
Ning Tang smiled a little shyly: "Dean Gou, I came to talk to you about learning from the seniors tomorrow. I wanted to ask if there's anything I need to prepare in advance."
Dean Gou waved his hand: "There's nothing special you need to prepare. Just bring the case studies and thought processes you've compiled. Those senior colleagues are all very easygoing and appreciate talent, so don't be too nervous."
“Okay, thank you, Dean Gou.” Ning Tang nodded.
At this moment, Xu Qiaofeng spoke up: "Dean Gou, I would like to ask you if we could try not to make Ning Tang too tired when she is learning from the seniors in the future? She is currently pregnant, and I am worried that her body cannot handle it."
Dean Gou couldn't help but laugh when he saw Xu Qiaofeng's nervous expression.
"Captain Xu, don't worry, I'll take good care of Xiao Ning. Besides, those senior colleagues know that Xiao Ning is pregnant, so they definitely won't let her get too tired."
Xu Qiaofeng was still a little worried: "Then I'll trouble you to take good care of me. If anything happens, just call me anytime and I'll come right away."
"Okay, okay, I understand."
Dean Gou shook his head helplessly, but in his heart he envied their relationship.
After all, his wife, that shrew, never paid him any attention even once a year.
Last time I strained my back, they didn't even ask me how I was doing when I got home.
Even if they knew the reason, they would just laugh and say he was dumber than a pig.
After chatting for a while, Ning Tang and Xu Qiaofeng got up to say goodbye.
As they walked out of Dean Gou's office, Xu Qiaofeng still held Ning Tang's hand tightly.
If Pang Bo and his teammates were here, they would definitely laugh at them to death.
I've never seen Xu Qiaofeng this nervous before when we were clearing mines.
Seeing his nervous appearance, Ning Tang couldn't help but laugh and say, "Xu Qiaofeng, aren't you being too nervous? I'm just pregnant, it's not like I can't walk. You don't need to be so careful."
Xu Qiaofeng, however, took it very seriously.
"No, you're in a special period right now, you have to be careful."
"If anything happens to you, I will never forgive myself for the rest of my life."
Ning Tang knew that Xu Qiaofeng genuinely cared about her.
She stopped arguing and let him lead her forward.
With nothing to do in the afternoon, and being quite tired, Ning Tang stayed in Xu Qiaofeng's room and slept for a few hours.
——
On the other side.
Wang Yingying had just returned from the nearby supply and marketing cooperative.
She bought a lot of pastries this time, pastries that she had never eaten before.
He had a smile on his face, but when he saw Xu Qiaoyan standing at the entrance of the guesthouse, his face immediately fell.
When Xu Qiaoyan saw her, his eyes lit up, and he quickly walked over.
"Yingying".
"No, please don't call me that." Wang Yingying rolled her eyes, finding the way she addressed her so cheesy.
Xu Qiaoyan didn't miss the disdain in her eyes, and a hint of hurt flashed across his handsome face.
His Adam's apple bobbed, and his voice softened: "Then shall I call you Comrade Wang?"
Wang Yingying didn't reply, tightened her grip on the pastries, and turned to walk into the guesthouse.
Their footsteps were so fast, it was as if they were dodging something.
Seeing this, Xu Qiaoyan quickly followed, but dared not get too close.
Standing only half a step away, he asked in a low voice, "Did you just come back from the supply and marketing cooperative? You bought so much stuff, do you want me to help you carry it?"
"No need." Wang Yingying didn't turn her head, her tone cold and hard. "I can carry my own things, no need to trouble Comrade Xu."
Xu Qiaoyan was momentarily speechless, but he didn't stop and continued to follow behind her.
His gaze fell on her slightly reddened ear tips, and his heart ached with a mixture of tenderness and sadness.
He knew Wang Yingying was avoiding him, but he just couldn't help wanting to get closer, even if it was just following behind her and seeing her back.
The two walked to the stairwell one after the other.
Wang Yingying stopped and turned around to glare at him: "Xu Qiaoyan, why are you following me? We're not even acquainted!"
Xu Qiaoyan's heart skipped a beat when she glared at him.
Knowing that she loves sweets, I quickly handed her the White Rabbit milk candy I had been carrying all the way.
She looked no different from Xu Qiaofeng's aggrieved wife.
Wang Yingying glanced at the bag of milk candy and swallowed hard.
She hadn't had milk candy in a long time. The last time was when Ning Tang gave her one, and it was so sweet that she remembered it for days, even dreaming about eating it.
She hardened her heart and turned her face away, saying, "I don't want it, you keep it for yourself."
After saying that, he turned around and started walking upstairs, his steps hurried, and he almost missed a step.
Xu Qiaoyan reacted quickly and reached out to help her.
He touched the warmth of her arm with his palm and quickly withdrew it.
His voice carried a hint of urgency: "Be careful, the stairs are slippery."
After Wang Yingying regained her balance, she abruptly shook off his hand.
Her cheeks flushed instantly, as if she'd been burned: "I know, it's none of your business!"
Xu Qiaoyan stood there, watching her disappear around the corner of the stairs, his heart aching with a bitter feeling.
Just as he was about to turn and leave, he suddenly heard a familiar greeting.
"elder brother?"
What are you doing here?
Looking back, Xu Qiaofeng was leaning against the wall with his hands in his pockets. When he saw him looking over, he raised his eyebrows and greeted him.
That way, it was as if to say, "So even you have your day of being humiliated."
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