Chapter 60 Alarms the Family Compound (Seeking Monthly Tickets)
“A child prodigy will not let you do bad things, but will only let you do what you are capable of.”
Meng Panpan was intrigued and asked curiously, "What exactly is it?"
"I need some firewood. You can go up the mountain to chop wood when you have time. I'll go with you and make sure you're safe," Xu Qingmo said frankly.
Meng Panpan smiled and shook her head. "You'd better not go. It's dangerous up in the mountains. If we encounter wild animals, I can run away faster on my own. If you come with me, I'll have to worry about your safety."
Xu Qingmo: "I can guarantee my safety."
“Okay, we can go together then, so you can be closer to me.” Meng Panpan agreed.
Just by using a pneumatic tool to chop wood, you can eat meat every day. This kind of life couldn't be more comfortable.
Meng Panpan left happily. Hong Lanlan had finished processing the fish. She first marinated the fish meat, and then went to the stove to start a fire.
Jiang Jingjiang appeared at Shen Jiang's house during dinner that evening.
"Commander Jiang, what brings you here?" Shen Jiang recognized the man and greeted him.
Jiang Jingjiang raised his hand, indicating that he didn't need to be so polite. "I'm here to get to know your daughter, Xu Qingmo, and to have a formal meeting with her."
Xu Qingmo was eating fish maw, which had a chewy texture and tasted very delicious after being soaked in fish soup.
Suddenly called out by name, she looked up at Jiang Jingjiang, "Did you need something?"
“I heard from other people in the family compound that you’ve been catching fish in the river a lot lately, so I wanted to see you. I didn’t expect you to be so young, just like they said.” Jiang Jingjiang sat on the chair that Shen Jiang handed him, his eyes fixed on Xu Qingmo.
Xu Qingmo put down her rice bowl and looked at Jiang Jingjiang with her big eyes.
He possessed an extraordinary aura, surpassing even that of Shen Jiang.
"I was just bored and happened to be walking along the river when I saw fish swimming to the bank. I just picked up a stone and threw it at them. I was just lucky," Xu Qingmo explained simply.
Jiang Jingjiang never expected that Xu Qingmo could bring him so many surprises.
Although he is young, he can catch a lot of fish in a row. He speaks calmly and has a strong sense of logic.
Just as others had said, he was indeed a child prodigy.
“Your luck is something most people would love but can’t have,” Jiang Jingjiang said with a smile.
Xu Qingmo shrugged. "It's hard to say about these things."
Shen Jiang knew Jiang Jingjiang's personality very well; he wouldn't come to the temple without a reason. Today, he had only been talking to Xu Qingmo.
They were both at the regimental commander level, but Jiang Jingjiang had more experience and therefore more authority.
Shen Jiang also admired Jiang Jingjiang and couldn't help but ask, "Commander Jiang, did someone mention anything about Momo to you?"
Jiang Jingjiang smiled and did not deny it. "I have indeed heard some things about her. I have always been curious about what kind of child is considered a prodigy. After meeting her today, I can confirm that she is indeed very special."
Xu Qingmo stopped talking and picked up her bowl to continue eating.
Fearing that someone might speak ill of Xu Qingmo, Lu Ting spoke to Jiang Jingjiang, "Uncle Jiang, Momo is a very good person and has helped me a lot. Some people outside are definitely jealous that Momo can catch fish. If anyone says anything bad about Momo, I hope you won't take it seriously."
This was the first time Jiang Jingjiang had ever heard Lu Ting say so much at once.
Since Lu Ting's parents sacrificed their lives for the country, the already shy boy has become even more silent.
Jiang Jingjiang patted Lu Ting on the shoulder, his eyes filled with surprise and approval.
"Don't worry, Uncle Jiang has his own judgment and will never misunderstand any good child."
Lu Ting was finally relieved.
Wang Jing took out clean bowls and chopsticks from the kitchen and invited Jiang Jingjiang to stay and eat with her.
Jiang Jingjiang refused and called Wang Jing and Shen Jiang outside to talk.
Lu Ting wanted to go over and hear what he had heard, but Xu Qingmo stopped him.
“The fish we caught today are quite big, so eat more. If you’ve had enough fish, I’ll go catch some more tomorrow.” Xu Qingmo pushed the fish toward Lu Ting.
Although she didn't need anyone's protection, Xu Qingmo was still grateful that Lu Ting took the initiative to speak well of her.
Lu Ting picked up a piece of fish and said seriously, "I'm very satisfied to have meat to eat. I'm not a picky eater."
Xu Qingmo didn't say anything.
Outside the door, Jiang Jingjiang relayed the fight that had occurred in the family compound that day to Wang Jing and Shen Jiang.
After listening, Shen Jiang took the initiative to speak, "Mo Mo is not an ignorant child. She is very sensible. Those things happened because those people were greedy, and it has nothing to do with Mo Mo."
Wang Jing chimed in, "Mo Mo wouldn't deliberately cause trouble."
"I just got back and a few women came to me to argue. I came here to see what kind of child Xu Qingmo is. I can tell she's a woman with her own ideas. If she's properly nurtured, she'll definitely achieve great things."
This is the highest praise Jiang Jingjiang could give.
Wang Jing felt a warm feeling in her heart as she listened.
Shen Jiang glanced back at the two little ones in the room, a smile playing on his lips. "My task is to let them grow up happily. As for what path they want to take in the future, that's up to them to choose."
Jiang Jingjiang wanted to say something more, but Shen Jiang had already politely declined.
Jiang Jingjiang nodded. "Alright, I've figured things out. You all go back inside and have dinner with the kids. I'll head back now."
"I'll see you off."
"No need, it's not far, don't be shy, go back inside."
Jiang Jingjiang left, and Shen Jiang and Wang Jing returned to their room.
Wang Jing sat at the table and took the initiative to put food into Xu Qingmo's bowl.
Shen Jiang looked at Xu Qingmo with a big smile, as if he had discovered a treasure.
Xu Qingmo was confused by the two people's actions. She was still waiting for criticism, so why were the two of them not reacting at all?
“You’ve all heard about the fish incident. Those guys were fighting because of me. If you want to talk or yell at me, I’ll take it all.” Xu Qingmo didn’t want to be completely deaf to everything.
This will make her anxious.
Perhaps she should speak first and test the waters.
Shen Jiang stepped forward and hugged Xu Qingmo in his arms. "My daughter is amazing. Commander Jiang praised you and said you will become a very capable person in the future. At such a young age, you can make a group of adults run around. You are worthy of being my daughter, Shen Jiang."
Wang Jing shook her head. "You're just spoiling her. Be careful not to spoil her too much."
"Of course I'll spoil my daughter. If she gets spoiled, she can stay with me and I'll take care of her for the rest of my life."
Lu Ting was completely confused and asked curiously, "What exactly happened?"
Wang Jing briefly explained it, and Lu Ting's gaze towards Xu Qingmo changed.
"Qingmo, what's in your head? How are you so amazing?" Lu Ting was genuinely praising her.
Xu Qingmo was praised repeatedly, and she became embarrassed, scratching her head.
It was just about two fish; who knew they would actually start fighting?
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