Chapter 23: Receiving Gifts

He Tao took a look and said, "That's right, my brother Yue has face."

Qin Yuezhi was a little timid, "Why are there so many people? Didn't Xiyue say there weren't many people?"

He Tao's tone was full of pride, "This is a good day, it just so happens that Yue's old comrades are on vacation and they are all here."

Qin Yuezhi let out a cry and felt even more timid. She thought to herself that it was a good thing that she listened to Xiao Nuan and put on new clothes, otherwise she would have really embarrassed her son.

As they were talking, Gu Xiyue walked out. He was obedient today and put on the new clothes Zhou Nuan bought for him. The well-tailored suit made him look even more handsome. The salesperson said Zhou Nuan was a clothes hanger before, but when she saw Gu Xiyue wearing a suit, Zhou Nuan thought to herself that this was a real clothes hanger.

Gu Xiyue saw them and walked straight towards her. When his eyes fell on her and the child in her arms, his stern brows softened instantly.

"I'm here. Is the child not making a fuss?"

"Oh~~" It was Gu Xiaoxi who responded to him. She stared at her father with her round eyes curiously, and spit a string of saliva at him. Her brother was sleeping soundly in Qin Yuezhi's arms.

Gu Xiyue couldn't help but smile dotingly, and took Gu Xiaoxi from Zhou Nuan's hands with familiar movements.

He Tao was so shocked that he clicked his tongue: This is definitely not the Director Gu who usually makes people afraid to breathe just by not talking. He is clearly a daughter slave.

Qin Yuezhi was uneasy, "Xiyue, who is coming? Mom won't embarrass you, right?"

Gu Xiyue said, "They are just some comrades-in-arms. Don't be nervous, just say hello. If you are really embarrassed, then you and Zhou Nuan can just greet the relatives."

He knew that his mother was timid and cowardly, especially afraid of meeting strangers, not to mention that some of the people who came today were his former leaders, so he didn't make things difficult for her. As for Zhou Nuan, although she seemed to have changed a little now, he didn't forget that she used to be very resistant to letting others know about her relationship with her, and she wanted to stay as far away from them as possible. Moreover, she was the kind of person who would be so nervous that she couldn't even speak in formal occasions.

Zhou Nuan didn't listen: What? Don't let her go? How can that be possible? She had made an appointment with Chen Saozi and the others, and she was the one who invited them over. She invited them over but didn't show up. What kind of thing is that?

He refused immediately, "Why don't you let me go? Am I really that incompetent?"

Gu Xiyue frowned when he heard this, "No, I was afraid you would be nervous and not used to it."

Nervous? Unaccustomed?

Is that her? She's not bragging. Although she is uneducated, she has seen a lot of big and small occasions because of her family. What's this?

But it’s no wonder that Gu Xiyue would think this way. He was always away when she was hospitalized, so she never had the chance to see his more capable side.

"No, I'm not nervous. I've made an appointment with Sister Chen. It would be bad if I didn't go."

Zhou Nuan took the sleeping Xiaodong from Qin Yuezhi's hands, "Mom, you and Su Hang go greet the relatives, I will take the child and follow Xiyue to greet his comrades."

Qin Yuezhi was naturally happy to see Le Cheng succeed, and agreed immediately.

The family walked towards the restaurant. Quite a few people had already come to the restaurant. Originally, five tables were reserved, but because more people came at the last minute, Gu Xiyue booked the entire restaurant.

They first went to the relatives and friends' place. When those relatives, friends and neighbors saw Gu Xiyue, they greeted him with a smile and praised Gu Xiyue for being successful now and being able to hold a banquet in such a big restaurant.

But when he saw Zhou Nuan, his expression turned cold, which made Zhou Nuan confused. She had just met these people, so she didn't offend them, right?

Gu Xiyue saw her doubts and said calmly, "Don't worry about it, they are just warm-hearted."

Kind-hearted? Oh, I see. He was standing up for the Gu family.

Yes, if she had a niece-in-law who wouldn't let anyone get close to her for five years after marriage, couldn't give birth to a child, and gave all the family's money to her parents' home, causing the whole family to become impoverished, she would not be able to stand it.

Zhou Nuan took a deep breath: It’s okay, there is still a lot of time, she can prove herself.

"Captain Gu... over here!!" Someone saw Gu Xiyue and shouted.

His shout attracted everyone's attention. The soldiers with crew cuts and short sleeves, who were sitting at three tables, all cast warm glances at them.

It is indeed quite stressful to be stared at by so many hot-blooded young men.

Gu Xiyue walked towards the soldier and said, "I've been retired for so many years, don't call me company commander anymore." He saluted the elegant middle-aged man sitting at the top and said, "Captain Zhao."

Oh... So this is the Chief Zhao who lent her the ward. He looks quite friendly.

Zhou Nuan hurriedly followed and called out, "Hello, Chief Zhao."

Chief Zhao smiled and said, "Xiyue, is this your lover?"

Gu Xiyue was about to answer, but Zhou Nuan interrupted with a sweet smile, "Yes, Chief Zhao, I am Gu Xiyue's lover. My name is Zhou Nuan, you can just call me Xiao Zhou. Xiyue was taken care of by you in the army before."

Chief Zhao's smile deepened, "Xiyue is a rare talent, and he is willing to work hard, but..." It's a pity, if nothing unexpected happened, maybe he could have made further progress.

There was some regret in Chief Zhao's eyes, and he changed the subject, "Xiyue, why haven't you ever told me about such a good wife?"

Zhou Nuan blinked, "I heard about you from Xiyue. He said you treat your soldiers very well and have outstanding leadership skills. I thought you were a majestic general, but I didn't expect you to be so elegant and so young."

Gu Xiyue: When did he say such a thing to her? Since getting married, he has only seen her a few times, no more than ten fingers. How could he possibly talk to her about such an in-depth topic? Even if he wanted to say it, she didn't give him a chance.

Zhou Nuan gave him a look and smiled even sweeter. Regardless of whether it was true or not, who doesn't want to hear something nice?

Sure enough, when Chief Zhao heard this, he burst into laughter and patted Gu Xiyue on the shoulder, "Good boy, you have a good wife, you made the right choice."

After laughing, he looked at the child they were holding, "This is your twin sticks, they are so handsome, is this your son?"

Xiao Xi in Gu Xiyue's arms suddenly rolled his eyes, then spit at Chief Zhao. Gu Xiyue quickly hugged him away and said, "Sorry."

Chief Zhao didn't take it to heart, instead he laughed even more happily, "As expected, a tiger father will have a dog son. For someone like you, I'll send you to the army and make you a tough guy like your father!"

Zhou Nuan: ...

She really can't be a tough guy.

Before he could explain, Chief Zhao was in a good mood. He waved his hand and took out a thick red envelope from his pocket, "Here, a gift!"

Zhou Nuan quickly declined, "Commander, your presence has made us overjoyed. It is a great honor for our humble home. How dare we ask for your red envelope?"

Chief Zhao would not allow her to refuse. "No, you must take it. This is a small gift from me for the child."

He was firm in his attitude. Zhou Nuan looked at Gu Xiyue awkwardly. Gu Xiyue said, "Just accept the leader's kindness." He would repay him double in the future.

Zhou Nuan had no choice but to accept it and smiled even sweeter, "Then I will thank the chief on behalf of Xiaodong and Xiaoxi."

"Sister-in-law, there are also mine."

"mine.."

Seeing that Chief Zhao had given it, the soldiers sitting below immediately rushed over and stuffed big red envelopes into Zhou Nuan's hands one after another.

Zhou Nuan: Receive gifts, receive gifts, la la la...