"good!"
Xu Xinghe couldn't help but cheer, feeling incredibly happy.
That's how it should be!
Send him to jail so he can reflect on his actions!
If this happened decades later, the sentence might not be so severe.
According to current regulations, for his crimes, he should be imprisoned for at least thirty years, and possibly even life imprisonment. He can forget about ever causing trouble again!
As for Wang Zhizhi, she also committed a crime, just not as serious as Li Xingzhou.
She was not the mastermind, but an accomplice.
They won't go to prison, but they will be sent to labor camps.
Jiang Linchuan chose the Northwest Forest Farm for her.
Although those places aren't as cold as Northeast China, the temperature can still drop below zero, and there's a lot of wind and sand, the climate is dry, and the farm work is arduous. Even outside of the planting season, people have to plant trees, protect forests, and graze livestock; in short, they're never idle.
It's fair to say that someone like her, if she went to the Northwest, would either grit her teeth and persevere, or be tormented to death.
Having solved two problems in a row, Xu Xinghe was in a great mood and couldn't help but hum her favorite tune.
"Squeak—"
The interrogation room door opened.
Jiang Linchuan's gaze fell on Xu Xinghe, and he walked straight towards her, naturally taking her hand. "Come on, I'll take you home."
"Mm." Xu Xinghe nodded emphatically, feeling as if a weight had been lifted from her heart, and she was completely at ease.
With those two troublemakers gone, we no longer need to live in fear and worry.
She looked up at him, her voice light and cheerful, "Thank you."
"There's no need for thanks between us." Jiang Linchuan gripped her hand and pulled her outside.
The cold wind was raging outside, whipping up snow that stung my face.
He suddenly stopped, reached out to help Xu Xinghe tie her scarf tighter, and whispered, "No one will be able to bother you anymore..."
He paused suddenly as soon as he finished speaking.
No, there's one more.
Lian Xiao.
Jiang Linchuan looked down at their clasped hands, his tone calm, "Lian Xiao also helped with this matter. He was the one who caught Wang Zhizhi, he forced her to eat, and he even... helped Wang Zhizhi take off her outer cotton coat and threw it on the bed."
He paused, then added, "I never touched her from beginning to end, I only touched Li Xingzhou."
Xu Xinghe listened and obediently hummed in agreement.
But as soon as I agreed, I suddenly felt something was off.
That sounds a bit odd.
But when you really think about it, you can't quite put your finger on what's wrong.
She looked up at Jiang Linchuan. There was nothing unusual on his face, but his eyes were more somber than usual.
Xu Xinghe shook her head, trying to shake off that strange feeling.
I guess I'm overthinking it.
Today is a good day, so don't worry about anything else. The most important thing is to enjoy the happy moment.
"Let's go!" Xu Xinghe jumped up suddenly, her eyes shining like stars. "Let's go home! I'll make you some malted milk powder!"
It's the kind that's mixed with spiritual spring water; I guarantee that after drinking it, both of them will be in great health!
"Um."
It was already night, and there were hardly any people on the road.
Under the cover of the heavy night, Jiang Linchuan quietly tightened his palm, completely enveloping her small hand, and stuffed it into the pocket of his military overcoat.
His body heat still lingered there, as if the two had become even closer without anyone noticing.
Back in the courtyard, Xu Xinghe turned on the light, and a warm yellow light immediately shone through.
She turned to grab the thermos, but Jiang Linchuan gently grasped her wrist. "I'll do it."
Two cups of malted milk powder were quickly prepared, and a rich aroma filled the room.
Holding the warm enamel cups, the chill on their bodies gradually dissipated.
Jiang Linchuan sat opposite Xu Xinghe, with two buttons undone on his military overcoat, revealing clean training clothes underneath.
Warm light fell on his sharply defined profile, casting a shadow on his eyelashes.
The tough guy who used to be tough now looks inexplicably tender.
Xu Xinghe licked her sweet lips and, as if possessed, blurted out, "Um...would you like a kiss?"
Jiang Linchuan stiffened, his eyes suddenly fixed on her, his gaze intense.
Xu Xinghe chuckled awkwardly and scratched her hair. "I was just kidding, haha... I just think you look pretty good now. They say a tough guy with a soft heart is the most attractive."
"Okay," he said in a hoarse voice, "I can kiss you."
Now it was Xu Xinghe's turn to be stunned.
In the past, kissing always happened naturally, or when we got close to each other.
But now that the two of them are sitting opposite each other across a table, it's inexplicably a little awkward to bring up this topic in a serious manner.
Xu Xinghe was hesitating whether to take the initiative when Jiang Linchuan stood up.
A tall figure slowly loomed over them.
He grabbed Xu Xinghe's head and kissed her.
"Hmm..."
"Knock knock knock—! Commander Jiang, Political Commissar Wang wants to see you." A rapid knocking sounded, followed by Adjutant Wang's loud voice, "He said he has something to confirm with you."
Jiang Linchuan released his grip and stood up straight.
Xu Xinghe pursed her lips, which were damp.
"I'm leaving."
"Okay, goodnight."
"good evening."
Jiang Linchuan buttoned up his clothes and strode out the door.
Lieutenant Wang walked beside him with a smile on his face. "Once Li Xingzhou and Wang Zhizhi, those two black sheep, leave the military headquarters, Comrade Xu can finally rest easy. Our military headquarters will also be rid of two bad apples."
Jiang Linchuan ignored him and walked quickly.
What's going on?
Lieutenant Wang blinked. Was he... in a bad mood?
Isn't something good going to happen?
Why does he act like someone owes him five hundred yuan?
inside the house.
Xu Xinghe cleaned the enamel mug, put it in the cupboard, and took the thermos to wash up.
After washing up, she snuggled into bed and closed her eyes contentedly.
I'm sure I'll have a good dream tonight.
The next morning.
Li Xingzhou and Wang Zhizhi were then sent away.
When Xu Xinghe got up, the car that was responsible for taking people away had already left half an hour ago.
She stepped out of the house, exhaled a breath, and white mist spread out, only to quickly dissipate.
It snowed again last night, but thankfully it was light snow and only a thin layer fell.
The weather was clear, and the golden sunlight pierced through the clouds, shining on the white snow.
The snowflakes reflected a delicate light, much like the diamonds my mother used to bring back from abroad—sparkling and very beautiful.
As soon as Xu Xinghe pushed open the courtyard gate, he saw Wang Chunmei carrying a cloth bag walking towards him, seemingly on her way to work in the logistics department.
Upon seeing her, Wang Chunmei immediately smiled and said, "Xinghe, you're up so early?"
"Yes, Aunt Mei is going to work?" Xu Xinghe replied with a smile.
"That's right!" Wang Chunmei approached. "The New Year is almost here, and the logistics department is incredibly busy. If you're free right now, would you like to come and lend a hand?"
Xu Xinghe thought about it and thought it was a good idea.
Since she has nothing to do anyway and is bored staying at home all the time, she might as well do some work to pass the time.
Besides, Wang Chunmei has a caring personality, so she definitely won't be tired. At most, she'll just help with the ledgers and hand things over—easy little tasks.
"Okay! Aunt Mei, wait for me. I'll go back inside and put on some clothes, and I'll be right back!"
"Okay, I'll wait for you here!"
Xu Xinghe quickly put on her cotton-padded coat and shoes, and followed Wang Chunmei to the logistics department as she stepped into the crunching snow.
The logistics department was already bustling with activity.
Upon seeing her, everyone greeted her.
"Comrade Xu has arrived."
"Xinghe, please sit down. You are a rare guest."
Xu Xinghe stood obediently and said, "I'll help you. If there's anything I can do, just let me know."
Wang Chunmei smiled and pulled her to sit down beside her, saying, "You rest first, I'll call you when there's work to be done."
That's what she said, but in the whole morning, she only helped deliver documents twice.
It wasn't until noon that Wang Chunmei gave her another task: "Xinghe, take this document to Commander Jiang's office. He needs to sign it for confirmation. By the way, it'll be lunch break soon, so you can have lunch with Commander Jiang."
The people looked at her with good-natured teasing.
"Go on, we need to go eat too."
"Commander Jiang doesn't usually eat on time, so it's good that you keep an eye on him. Otherwise, after we get married, his stomach isn't good, and you'll be the one suffering in the end!"
Xu Xinghe understood their good intentions and reluctantly accepted the documents, saying, "I understand, I'll go deliver them right away."
She thought of the kiss from yesterday again.
We've kissed more than once, but yesterday's feeling was just different.
The thought of seeing Jiang Linchuan soon made her face inexplicably hot, and she even felt a little embarrassed.
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