Baiyun was caught off guard by her sister's words, and a hint of embarrassment flashed across her face, which quickly turned into helplessness and a trace of barely perceptible resentment.
She sighed, moved closer to Guan Wenru, and lowered her voice even further, making sure only the two of them could hear:
"Sis, since you asked, I won't hide it from you. There is such a person... She's a female officer in the political department of your brother-in-law's military region, named Su Qing. During the five years you've been bedridden, she... has been coming quite frequently."
Guan Wenru paused slightly in the teacup, and her eyebrows twitched almost imperceptibly.
She didn't speak, but gestured with her eyes for her sister to continue.
Bai Yun pursed her lips and continued, "Judging from our woman's intuition... I think her feelings for her brother-in-law are probably more than just comradely concern; there are probably some other thoughts involved."
You know your brother-in-law, he's very upright. He has repeatedly and explicitly refused her requests to come over, saying that it's inconvenient at home and he doesn't want to trouble his comrade.
But she would still find an excuse to come every now and then, either to bring some fruit or some nutritional supplements, saying it was out of concern from the organization…
“A couple of years ago, Yiyi and the other two were still young and didn’t understand much,” Baiyun said with a hint of dissatisfaction. “She would often buy them rare candies, snacks, and comic books…”
Kids will like anyone who treats them well and gives them treats. Back then, the three boys were quite nice to her, calling her "Aunt Su" all the time.
Guan Wenru listened quietly, her face calm, but her eyes darkened slightly, and her fingertips unconsciously rubbed the warm teacup.
Seeing this, Baiyun was afraid that her sister would misunderstand, so she quickly tried to smooth things over, "But sister! You have to believe me! Your brother-in-law really does a perfect job!"
He kept a distance of 800 meters from all female comrades, avoiding contact whenever possible. If he had to contact them, it was always done in a business-like manner, leaving no room for gossip!
She tries her best to keep all unrelated women out of the house, both to avoid gossip and to prevent them from being reminded of you and feeling sad.
She paused, her tone becoming somewhat complicated, "But... this Su Qing... she's a bit special. It seems she... grew up in the same military compound as my brother-in-law, so they're childhood friends, right?"
I heard their parents had a good relationship! So… she used the excuse of being a family friend and childhood buddy caring for her brother-in-law, and sometimes… her brother-in-law couldn't say anything too harsh, after all, there was still the respect of the older generation involved.”
Bai Yun's voice lowered, tinged with heartache, "Especially... the year Grandpa He and Grandma He passed away... you were in a coma, and the three children had just transferred to a new school. They were unfamiliar with the place and the people, and because of their accents and stubborn personalities, they got into several fights with other children at the school..."
My brother-in-law was completely overwhelmed during that time. On one hand, he was grieving the loss of a loved one; on the other hand, you were in a coma; and on top of that, there were all sorts of problems with our child. He wanted to take care of you himself, but he was simply unable to manage it all…
"At that time... Su Qing took the initiative to step forward, running around to help with the funeral arrangements for Grandpa He and Grandma He, contacting cemeteries, and receiving relatives and friends who came to pay their respects... She really helped a lot."
My brother-in-law was exhausted at the time, and probably had no other choice... so he... tacitly allowed her to help with some external affairs, but he resolutely wouldn't let her get involved in anything at home or at the hospital.
After Baiyun finished speaking, she carefully observed her sister's expression. "Sister, I didn't mean anything by saying this. I just felt that you should know that your brother-in-law truly only has you in his heart. These past five years have been harder for him than for anyone else... If you see Comrade Su in the future, please don't misunderstand your brother-in-law!"
Guan Wenru remained silent for a moment, her expression revealing neither joy nor anger.
She gently set down the teacup, making a soft clinking sound.
I see.
So much has happened during the five years she was in a coma.
He Yanzhi bore too much pressure and grief alone.
But she did not doubt He Yanzhi's loyalty.
After Baiyun finished speaking, she was actually a little uneasy, afraid that her sister's mood would be affected by these old stories as soon as she woke up, and that she might even have some misunderstanding with her brother-in-law.
She looked at Guan Wenru nervously, waiting for her reaction.
To her surprise, Guan Wenru did not show any anger or suspicion.
She paused for a moment, then a knowing and somewhat relieved smile slowly appeared on her lips.
There was no gloom in that smile, only a kind of clarity and open-mindedness that comes from having experienced life and death.
She turned her head, looking gently at her worried younger sister, and said calmly, "Baiyun, I understand what you mean. Thank you for telling me this."
She gently patted her sister's hand and continued, "I believe in your brother-in-law! I know his character and his heart for me and this family better than anyone. I know how hard he's been these past five years. As for that Comrade Su Qing..."
Guan Wenru paused, her tone becoming more objective, even with a hint of understanding, "I think she probably saw how hard it was for your brother-in-law to shoulder so many things all by himself."
As childhood friends, it's only natural and understandable that I feel bad about occasionally lending a hand out of consideration for the older generation.
She even gave an example, speaking in a relaxed and natural tone, "Like you and me, we're sisters, so naturally there's nothing to say."
But putting that relationship aside, aren't Mu Fan and I friends who have known each other since childhood?
If something were to suddenly happen to Mu Fan's family and they needed my help, I would definitely lend a hand without hesitation. Put yourself in their shoes, right?
Hearing her sister's reasonable and unpretentious words, Baiyun finally felt relieved and breathed a sigh of relief.
A genuine smile appeared on her face. "Sister! I'm so glad you think that way! I was really worried that you'd feel uncomfortable if you heard that, and that you'd have another argument with your husband!"
My brother-in-law is truly a one-in-a-million man! We've all seen how he's endured these past few years, how he's treated you, and it breaks our hearts! Now that you're awake, your good days are yet to come!
Guan Wenru smiled warmly and happily, her eyes crinkling with joy. She nodded emphatically, "Yes! I know! I remember all the good things he did for me."
Even after Guan Wenru woke up, the family remained a united front.
No external storms could shake the deep affection and tacit understanding between the couple, which had withstood the test of life and death.
As for that Comrade Su Qing... if it's just out of friendship, Guan Wenru would be truly grateful.
But if he has other ideas… a faint, almost imperceptible chill flashed across the corner of her upturned lips… then she would probably disappoint him.
Now, she is physically healthy, mentally mature, and has the ability and confidence to protect her family and happiness.
She was confident that she could face any storm with He Yanzhi.
Their love for each other transcends time and space, and no one can shake it.
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