Jiang Wanqing's decision to take the children to the military base to find Cheng Ran was impromptu, and she didn't have time to contact him, so no one came to pick them up when they arrived at the station.
Fortunately, she knew roughly where Cheng Ran was based on the address he had previously replied to, so she rented a car and went there herself.
The area outside the military base was heavily guarded, and vehicles could only stop far away.
"Comrades, we've arrived. There's still a stretch of road you'll have to walk yourself; my car can't make it. Sorry," the driver explained.
"I understand." Jiang Wanqing smiled slightly and took out her pocket to pay.
"Judging from your attire and the large bags you're carrying, plus the child, are you here to accompany a military personnel or for a family visit?" the driver chatted with her.
“I brought my child to see my husband. Here, please take the fare.”
"Oh, so you're a military wife. Your group must have it really tough. You stay home and take care of the children with great care while your husbands are basically away all year round. To show my respect, I'll waive the extra charge for you. Go find your husband with your child. I wish you all the best."
The driver was a very kind person and even returned some change to her. Jiang Wanqing thought about it and decided not to let his kindness go to waste. In life, we need some material value, but we also need some emotional value.
She repeatedly expressed her gratitude: "Thank you, driver. I wish you a safe journey and lots of passengers."
"Hahaha... Alright then, I'll take your good wishes. Goodbye."
"goodbye."
The car sped away, kicking up dust, and Jiang Wanqing led her daughter toward the camp.
Unsurprisingly, the mother and daughter were stopped at the door and questioned according to regulations.
"What are you two doing here?" the gatekeeper asked.
"Hello comrade, we are here to visit relatives. My husband's name is Cheng Ran, and he works here."
"Are you Commander Cheng's wife?"
"Yes, my name is Jiang Wanqing. This is my marriage certificate with him. If you need any other proof, I can provide it as well."
Jiang Wanqing took out her marriage certificate with Cheng Ran from the package. Since she was traveling and in someone else's territory, she had to prove her identity. She was aware of this and cooperated with the work.
"No need, no need. Since you are my sister-in-law, I will find someone to take you in right away. However, Commander Cheng is not in the team right now. He has taken the comrades out to buy holiday supplies. You may need to wait a little while."
After confirming Jiang Wanqing's identity, the soldiers treated her with even more respect, and Jiang Wanqing nodded.
"It's okay, I can wait."
As they were talking, Yuan Nian came out of the camp and saw someone at the gate. She couldn't help but take a second look, especially since Nannan looked somewhat familiar, so she unconsciously walked over.
"You are..."
"Oh, Comrade Yuan, you've come at the right time. These two are Commander Cheng's wife and daughter. You and Commander Cheng are on good terms, so why don't you take them in?" the soldier said to Yuan Nian.
Upon hearing that the person in front of her was Cheng Ran's family member, her expression changed, and she stared at Jiang Wanqing for several moments.
"Are you Commander Cheng's wife? How can you prove it?"
Jiang Wanqing sensed the hostility and malice emanating from the newcomer, but being a newcomer, she didn't want to cause trouble, so she turned her attention to the soldier.
"This comrade has just seen my credentials. May I ask who you are?"
"Yes, yes, my sister-in-law has already shown me her marriage certificate with the regimental commander. It's definitely correct. Comrade Yuan, you should take them in. Otherwise, I'll have to wait for the shift change."
Yuan Nian's eyes flickered, and she forced a reluctant smile, gesturing towards the camp as if bestowing a favor.
"Come on, I'll take you inside. But don't blame me for not warning you, this is a military camp, not your own home. You have to be careful what you say and do. Children can't make noise, or I can kick you out at any time."
"This guy really thinks he's something special," Jiang Wanqing raised an eyebrow and asked again, seemingly with a deeper meaning.
"You still haven't answered my question: Who are you?"
Who does he think he is? What kind of official authority does he have to dare to speak like that!
"Hmph, I'm from the cultural troupe. Comrade Cheng Ran and I even came on the same train. We traveled together all the way, and after joining the army, he and I were the closest."
Jiang Wanqing frowned, but before she could speak, Nannan shook her hand.
"Mom, so is this auntie a mistress? Qiangqiang told me that only people who break up other people's families would do that."
puff……
Although her daughter was young, she was very perceptive and could see through Yuan Nian's ill intentions. Jiang Wanqing squatted down and patted the child's head.
"Don't say that. When did your father admit it?"
Jiang Wanqing had met many people, including quite a few women who had ulterior motives towards Cheng Ran. This Yuan Nian was not the first. She deliberately said that Cheng Ran was on the same train as her and even emphasized that the two had a good relationship. Undoubtedly, she wanted to provoke her anger. If she got angry as soon as she entered the camp, it would definitely not look good if word got out. This scheme was really outrageous.
Jiang Wanqing bought Cheng Ran's train ticket to the Southwest. There was absolutely no way there could have been anything between them before. As for after he came to the army, they might have exchanged a few words, but that relationship wasn't the kind Yuan Nian wanted. Otherwise, the soldier's open and honest gaze wouldn't have appeared earlier, and she might have even deliberately avoided suspicion.
Instead of getting angry at being picky about food, Yuan Nian stomped her foot in frustration.
"Hurry up and come with me. There have been so many uninvited guests lately. I wonder if Comrade Cheng Ran's house is big enough for everyone. Humph, some people really know how to cause trouble for their husbands. So petty!"
"Tsk, Comrade Yuan, you seem to be harboring a lot of resentment in your words. Is it out of selfishness or something else? Or are you going through menopause at such a young age and your temper is volatile? If so, I know a good old Chinese medicine doctor who I can introduce you to. Would you like that?"
Jiang Wanqing deftly retorted, her tone calm, which nearly infuriated Yuan Nian.
"I've heard from my uncle and aunt that they have a troublesome daughter-in-law who has led Comrade Cheng Ran astray. Now it seems that's true." Yuan Nian snorted.
Uncle and Aunt? Cheng Ran's parents?
Jiang Wanqing almost rolled her eyes. Why were those two troublemakers again? She wondered whose precious daughter this time it was.
I don't know how I made this friend; all his daughters like to harass married men. Tch.
"Yes, the uncles and aunts you mentioned have shown me what it means to be disrespectful to elders on many occasions. Isn't it said that birds of a feather flock together? I've seen it for myself."
Jiang Wanqing was not one to be outdone, and she was equally adept at verbal sparring. Yuan Nian was immediately rendered speechless, her face turning red with embarrassment.
Pointing angrily to a room, he said, "This is Cheng Ran's room. You guys wait outside and don't wander around, or we'll arrest you and treat you as spies!"
"Just wait, Cheng Ran won't be back for a long time anyway. I want to see you all squatting here like beggars!" Yuan Nian smirked maliciously...
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