"Well... once we confirm our cooperation, Comrade Jiang, you'll definitely be very busy. It might be a bit difficult to take care of everything at home. My suggestion is to hire a housekeeper to help you with housework and take care of your family. Of course, since Commander Cheng was injured while saving my brother, and you didn't accept the thank-you money we gave you, if you're willing to hire a housekeeper, I'll cover the cost and guarantee to find you the best and most suitable person. What do you think?"
As Du Heng spoke, he observed Jiang Wanqing's expression. He was relieved to see that she did not show any significant change.
What he said wasn't entirely unreasonable. She twirled her fingers and smiled slightly.
"Let's talk about this later. See you tomorrow."
"Eh..."
She turned and left without saying anything more. Du Heng felt a little regretful. Both her work ability and her personality were excellent. He would feel bad if she dragged him down and ended up pleasing neither side.
It seems I need to go back and discuss this with my younger brother, Du Ming...
After saying goodbye to Du Heng, Jiang Wanqing did not go home immediately. Instead, she went to the nearby vegetable market, bought some vegetables, and also bought some things for her home. Finally, she called a rickshaw driver to help her deliver the items to the family compound.
"Oh dear, Comrade Jiang, you've bought so much stuff. Are you planning to live here with us permanently?"
Someone saw Jiang Wanqing moving things inside and asked her a question.
"Yes, please take good care of me in the future."
"No problem, no problem. More people means more fun, isn't that great? We'll help you."
As she spoke, passersby came forward to help, and in no time they helped her unload her things and carry them home.
Cheng Ran was stunned when she came out and saw this scene, but she still smiled and thanked everyone first.
"Thank you everyone. Please let me know if you need any help in the future."
"You're too kind, Commander Cheng. Well, we've finished our business, so we won't disturb your reunion any longer. We'll head back now."
Everyone was very enthusiastic and knew how to behave appropriately. They left as soon as they finished helping. Jiang Wanqing wanted to give them something to thank them, but she didn't have time to do so. She could only put it aside for now and go to each household to thank them when she had some free time later.
"Why did you buy so much stuff?" Cheng Ran asked, looking at the pile on the ground.
“Some are supplements I bought for you, some are things we need for the house, and some are things I wanted to buy for myself.” She tugged at his hand. “How was your morning? I’ll make you lunch.”
"You rest, I'll go." Cheng Ran pressed her down to sit: "I can move, you don't need to put me first in everything. You just got back, aren't you tired?"
"It's alright. I'm not putting you first in everything. I just want you to get better as soon as possible. I'll be busy with work afterward, so I won't have much time to take care of you."
She stood up, put on an apron, and went to the kitchen. Cheng Ran followed slowly behind her and, seeing the radiant smile on her face, couldn't help but smile along with her.
"Did the business negotiations go smoothly?"
"Yes, it went very smoothly. Guess who I was talking to about the collaboration?"
As she picked vegetables, she turned to look at Cheng Ran. He paused, and when she suddenly asked him to answer the question, he was stumped, since he didn't know much about her work.
"who?"
"I knew you wouldn't guess. His name is Du Heng, and he's Du Ming's older brother. This time, thanks to you, everything went so smoothly."
"Du Ming's brother?" Cheng Ran was also surprised. "What a coincidence!"
"Yes, it's quite a coincidence that he invited me to visit the factory tomorrow."
How long will it take?
He took the vegetables she had picked and washed them, and casually asked a question.
"long time."
"Is there enough time? You're just coming back to take care of me again, aren't you? Actually, you don't need to..."
Before he could finish speaking, Jiang Wanqing tugged at his sleeve and stared at him intently.
"Don't be so hypocritical, okay? You really don't want me to come back and be with you? I didn't expect our Commander Cheng to be so stubborn."
She half-jokingly put her arm around his neck, poked his lips with her fingertips, and suddenly he leaned in and kissed her.
She froze, going from not reacting to responding proactively. Before she could even finish enjoying herself, he pushed her away, his eyes darting away.
"I'm sorry, I know I feel really awkward right now. I'm afraid of interfering with your work, and I'm also afraid you'll look down on me. I'm just a useless person right now..."
"Don't talk about yourself like that!" She grasped his hand. "The doctor didn't say you're incurable, it just takes time. You're so pessimistic, unless you want me to live a life of widowhood!"
Use his words to shut him up and stimulate his competitive spirit; otherwise, treating him like a hothouse flower will not help.
Sure enough, when he looked up, his eyes were no longer lifeless. He wanted to touch her face, he wanted to do more...
Just then, a burnt smell suddenly came from her nostrils, and Jiang Wanqing cried out and took two steps back to the stove.
"Turn the fire down quickly, the pot is going to burn!"
"Oh, I'll do it."
The two worked together to prepare lunch, with Jiang Wanqing trying to give Cheng Ran some light tasks to increase his sense of participation.
After lunch, Jiang Wanqing accompanied Cheng Ran for a walk in the shade of the trees in the yard to exercise and digest their food.
Fang Zheng visited once during this period, bringing Cheng Ran the above-mentioned condolences, banner, and bonus.
"Commander Cheng, sister-in-law, this is someone I was asked to bring from the organization. They remember your contributions, but because they are busy with missions recently, they will visit you in person after this period is over."
Jiang Wanqing released Cheng Ran's hand, letting him step forward to receive his medal of honor. He had received many banners and bonuses, so he wasn't too excited about receiving the medal, but he was still grateful.
"This is troublesome."
"Um... Commander, how are you feeling today?"
Cheng Ran understood what Fang Zheng was asking, and so did the listener. He glanced away and cleared his throat.
"usual."
"Oh, then please take good care of yourself, and remember to come for your follow-up appointments. Is there anything else I can help you with?"
"That's all. You can go now."
"yes!"
Fang Zheng saluted and left. Jiang Wanqing helped Cheng Ran home, put away the banner and the bonus, and opened his treasured box, where there were several new medals inside.
"You work so hard wherever you go. Sometimes I really want to pray that you will always be safe and sound. But your personality means you are stubborn but soft-hearted and easily help others avoid trouble."
She took a deep breath, put the medal back, returned everything to its original place, and then sat down next to Cheng Ran.
She patted his shoulder: "What can I say to you? If there's a next time, please make sure you take care of your own safety, okay?"
She hoped her husband would be a great, selfless man, but even more so, she hoped he would be a healthy, whole, and alive person.
He squeezed her hand gently: "Yes, I'll be careful."
She nestled in his arms, listening to his strong heartbeat, and nodded.
"Then you must remember what you promised me. You can't fool me when I'm not around. And there's one more thing I need to warn you about."
"Hmm? What is it?"
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