Gu Shaoxuan recovered quickly. He can now walk slowly with the help of crutches. The attending physician gave him a full examination and told Xia Enruo that she could be discharged from the hospital to recuperate at home.
Xia Enruo called Yuan Qiang over to help pack her things, while she went to handle the discharge procedures.
Because Ding Haotian's injuries were minor, he was discharged from the hospital a week early. Ge Qiuqin said that after Qiao Huizhen was released, she moved out of the family compound, probably because she was too ashamed to continue living there.
Xia Enruo asked Yuan Qiang to drive her to the vicinity of Central Street to buy a wheelchair for Gu Shaoxuan, so that he could sit in the wheelchair and move around when he got tired of walking at home.
Gu Shaoxuan felt truly happy seeing how thoughtful Xia Enruo was towards him. Although he was not good with words, he understood everything perfectly.
Xia Enruo pushed Gu Shaoxuan back to the family compound, with Yuan Qiang following behind carrying a bundle.
When the military spouses in the family compound saw the two return, they all came out to greet them.
"Chief of Staff Gu has been discharged from the hospital. That's great news! We're relieved to see how well you're recovering."
"Xia has been so busy these past few days, she looks like she's lost weight. Chief of Staff Gu, you really married a good wife."
"Exactly. Xia really makes us look at her in a new light."
Tian Xiuli and the others surrounded Xia Enruo and Gu Shaoxuan, praising them endlessly. Some went up to help Yuan Qiang carry his luggage, while others helped Xia Enruo push her wheelchair. They were extremely enthusiastic.
Ge Qiuqin looked out of her window and saw Xia Enruo pushing Gu Shaoxuan back. She hurriedly opened the door to greet them.
"Xia, Chief of Staff Gu, you're back."
She was still busy, her hands covered in flour as she made pastries.
"Sister-in-law, Gu Shaoxuan has been discharged from the hospital. He can rest at home from now on. After a while, when he is feeling better, he can go to the hospital to remove the steel pins from his leg and he will recover."
Xia Enruo told Ge Qiuqin that among all the military wives, she and Ge Qiuqin had the deepest relationship.
"Sister-in-law, thank you. Your cooking is delicious. And to Xiuli and the other sisters-in-law, Xia Enruo told me that you sent a lot of things."
Sitting in his wheelchair, Gu Shaoxuan thanked Ge Qiuqin and the others one by one. Although he was not good with words, he still had to express his gratitude, otherwise it would make others feel bad.
"Chief of Staff Gu, you're being too polite. We're neighbors, so helping each other is only natural. If you want to thank someone, thank your wife. She's been working the hardest lately."
"That's right, Xia leaves early and returns late every day, she's so busy she can't stand still."
"Yes, yes, it breaks our hearts to see her like this."
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The military wives all chimed in with compliments about Xia Enruo, making her blush. This was the first time since she transmigrated that so many people had praised her in front of Gu Shaoxuan, making her feel somewhat embarrassed.
"Alright, sisters-in-law, I'm embarrassed by what you've said. These are things I should do. Gu Shaoxuan is being discharged from the hospital today, so come to my house for dinner tonight and let's celebrate. It's been a long time since so many people have eaten together."
To express her gratitude to those who had helped her during this time, Xia Enruo had no other choice but to repay them with a delicious meal. This was the first time she had personally cooked and invited the people from the compound to her home for a meal.
"Okay. I'll take a chicken."
"I have fish at home."
"I just bought some green vegetables yesterday, which I can use to make cold dishes."
"I have pork chops at home."
"Then I'll fry some dough cakes for you. I just finished kneading the dough."
The military wives were all vying to bring food, which meant Xia Enruo didn't have to prepare anything; everything was ready.
"Okay, sister-in-law, I'll cook for you so you can try my cooking, and I'll also make you some fruit tea."
Upon hearing the word "fruit tea," Ge Qiuqin excitedly shouted to the bewildered crowd:
"Fruit tea is great. Xia's fruit tea is much better than the soda sold on the street. It tastes absolutely amazing."
Upon hearing this, Tian Xiuli and Liu Cuiyun immediately wanted to try it. Was it really that delicious?
"Indeed, it tastes absolutely delicious!"
Yuan Qiang chimed in, knowing exactly what it tasted like. The first time he drank fruit tea, he single-handedly downed half a pot.
Old Gu was so angry that he chased him away. Xia Enruo had made fruit tea for herself, but she hadn't even had much of it herself, and Yuan Qiang had almost drunk it all.
"This time I'm making a big bucket, so everyone can drink their fill!"
Hearing how supportive they were, Xia Enruo was determined to give it her all and make sure everyone was satisfied.
The courtyard was bustling with activity.
Everyone helped cook at Gu Shaoxuan's house.
Some people were cutting meat, some were cleaning fish, and others were washing vegetables.
Everyone was busy, and Gu Shaoxuan was overjoyed to see this. He had been worried that Xia Enruo wouldn't get along well with her neighbors, but now it seemed he could completely dispel his concerns; their relationship was much better than with his own.
"Sister Qiuqin, you and your sisters go ahead with your work. I need to ask Yuan Qiang to take me out to meet someone."
Xia Enruo remembered her promise to Wu Meixia. Before leaving the hospital last time, Wu Meixia repeatedly told her to notify her as soon as she was discharged. Xia Enruo dared not forget her god-sister's words, otherwise she would really be criticized and blamed for treating them like outsiders.
"Okay, we'll take care of things at home. You can just come back and eat the meals that are ready."
Ge Qiuqin knew that Xia Enruo must have her reasons for saying that, and she now trusted Xia Enruo completely, believing that what she said was the truth.
"No way. You promised to try my cooking, you can't beat me to it."
The military wives chuckled as they listened to Xia Enruo's words.
"Okay, okay, we'll wait for you to come back and do it. Go on now."
Ge Qiuqin began to chase Xia Enruo away.
Xia Enruo was overjoyed; Ge Qiuqin was going to be in charge of the household today!
Yuan Qiang took her to the Central Street Police Station.
The young policeman at the gate recognized Xia Enruo and stood up to greet her when the two came in.
"Sister, you're here. Are you looking for Director Wu?"
"That's right. I need to talk to my sister about something."
"How about I take you there?"
The young man was about to leave the duty room.
"No need, little brother, I can find it. Don't interfere with your work."
Xia Enruo had been there once and knew where Wu Meixia's office was. Police stations weren't big these days, and there weren't many rooms, so remembering a door number was SO EASY for her. Her mother no longer had to worry about her bad memory.
Yuan Qiang followed behind Xia Enruo, and seeing how familiar she was with the police, he was filled with admiration.
He knew that Xia Enruo had only moved to Yongning City not long ago and didn't have any relatives or friends here before. How could she be so familiar with the police officers at the Central Street Police Station? That's really impressive.
"Sister-in-law, you're amazing! You even know the police here. Don't let my local background fool you; I didn't recognize any of them. Your social skills are incredible."
Yuan Qiang admired Xia Enruo more and more; this woman was truly extraordinary!
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