Shi's mother sighed softly, "You child, I really don't understand, is the way things are in the army really that good?"
Shi Lan didn't answer. She looked at the delicate lace on her mother's nightgown for a while, then asked, seemingly unrelatedly, "Mother, were you happy in your life?"
Stone Mother raised her eyes, looking at the thin veil fluttering in the wind, a look of confusion mixed with a sigh, "What's the point of being happy or unhappy? Isn't this how we all live our lives?"
Shi Lan didn't speak, but in her heart she thought, no, how can a person's life be so monotonous as to get married and have children? The world outside is so vast and colorful, why must one confine oneself to a big mansion and do nothing every day?
"Mother, I don't want this. This kind of life is too boring."
The room was quiet. Shi's mother seemed to be thinking about something when Shi Lan's voice suddenly startled her awake, which in turn startled Shi Lan.
Shi's mother calmed herself down and smiled at Shi Lan, her eyes filled with expectation and a little envy. "You're still young, and there are many possibilities for your future. If you're sure you really want to do that, then go for it. I'll take care of your father."
Shi Lan's eyes widened in surprise. She had originally thought that when the original owner went to military school, her mother had only agreed because the original owner had forced her into it, but now it seemed that perhaps that wasn't the case. Besides having a loving and caring mother's heart, Shi's mother probably also hoped that the original owner could break away from outdated ideas and create a new chapter for the omega.
Shi Lan's surprise was so obvious that her mother was amused by her comical expression. "What? Are you surprised?"
"No," Shi Lan quickly regained her composure and fawned over the refreshing juice, "Mother, this is freshly squeezed, it tastes especially good."
Shi Mu took it and sipped it lightly.
Her daughter had never touched anything in the kitchen except for tableware since she was a child. It would be more believable if she chopped the fruit into pulp rather than juice it.
A series of rhythmic, heavy footsteps came from outside the door. Shi Lan glanced towards the door and saw that familiar figure. She quickly shrank her neck.
"Mother, it's almost time for dinner. I'm going to change my clothes. See you later."
Shi's mother smiled and nodded, watching her slip away through the other side door before turning her gaze to the main entrance.
Mr. Shi pushed open the half-open door and walked in. Seeing Mrs. Shi looking at him, he smiled and went over to her.
How are you feeling today?
At that time, Shi Lan was trapped inside the Zerg camp. Terry went back to report that she had been killed. She was besieged by the Zerg during a patrol, and many people were killed in the end. Therefore, her mentor just routinely called Shi Lan's mother to inform her of the original owner's situation.
Shi Mu was very delicate and sensitive. When she learned that her daughter's life was in danger, her immediate reaction was to faint. The rest of the matter was handled by the family's old housekeeper.
Upon learning of this news, the butler realized the seriousness of the matter. He first reported the situation to Shi's father, and then went directly to the military academy principal to tell him about Shi Lan's identity and ask him to send more people to search for her.
When Mr. Shi rushed back to the old house, Mrs. Shi was already bedridden and could barely eat or drink. If she hadn't later learned that Shi Lan was alright, she probably would be in a terrible state by now.
The person Shi's father was most anxious about in his life, besides his children, was Shi's mother. He was still extremely distressed when he learned that his daughter had openly defied his decision and was now in critical condition, while his lover was in a coma and might lose her life. Thinking about that time now still makes him feel particularly sad.
So as soon as Shi Lan saw him, he ordered her to kneel down and even used family discipline on her that he had never used on her before.
Of course, he automatically ignored the fact that he couldn't bear to touch a single finger in the end.
Shi's mother looked gently at Shi's father, who was still as upright as a pine tree even in middle age, and nodded, saying, "I'm much better. Lanlan came by earlier, and seeing that she's alright has made me feel much better too."
Mr. Shi's face suddenly tightened, and he felt a headache coming on as he thought about what would happen next.
Seeing that her husband's expression was not right, Shi's mother quickly put down the cup, lifted the quilt, and got out of bed.
Mr. Shi rushed forward and carefully protected Mrs. Shi, who was as frail as a daffodil with dew on her face. "Don't get down. I'll close the window. It's already very cold outside."
Shi's mother stopped what she was doing and watched as Shi's father, who had been so powerful and commanding thousands of troops with ease, nervously tucked her back into the blankets and hurriedly closed the window. She smiled slightly, and the emotions that had been stirred up by Shi Lan's words calmed down again.
It seems that living life like this isn't so bad.
In the evening, the housekeeper announced that everyone would have dinner. The Shi family members who had arrived at the house were already seated. Because Shi Lan's hands were bound with gauze, the housekeeper specially changed her spoon and also specially stewed a soup to nourish her blood and replenish her qi.
Looking at the bowl of nourishing soup with oil floating on top, Shi Lan sighed silently, picked up the spoon with difficulty, and drank it spoonful by spoonful.
Shi Jun ate his food elegantly, but his eyes didn't miss any of Shi Lan's expressions.
Shi Lan did indeed have a hard time drinking. The food in this world was really not good. It looked good and smelled delicious, but it just didn't taste right.
Adhering to the principle of not speaking while eating, Shi's father finished his rice, put down his chopsticks, and looked at Shi Lan, who had only drunk half a bowl of soup, and said, "In a couple of days, once you've recovered from your injuries, come with me to the military headquarters."
Shi Lan was taken aback and turned to look at her dear older brother.
Shi Jun ate his meal with his eyes down, seemingly oblivious to her gaze.
Shi Lan muttered to herself that she was putting on an act, but quickly replied aloud, "Yes, Father."
Mr. Shi nodded sternly, glanced at Mrs. Shi who had also put down her chopsticks, and helped her leave together.
Shi Lan watched the two of them turn the corner and go upstairs before putting down her spoon and asking Shi Jun, "Brother, why did Father take me to the military headquarters?"
Shi Jun slowly swallowed the food in his mouth, smiled gently at her, and said, "Didn't I tell you? I'm awarding you a medal."
Shi Lan was stunned, her mouth agape.
No way, it was actually Shi's father who awarded her the medal.
Shi Jun smiled and put down his chopsticks, even giving her a thumbs up. "Back then, I was awarded the rank of colonel, which is three ranks lower than my father. From now on, you will be the pride of our family."
Shi Lan's face fell. This was not pride at all. She had originally planned to reveal her identity after receiving the medal and then give a passionate speech to inspire those delicate and easily pushed girls, so that they would strive to be productive parasites.
Now that Mr. Shi has interfered, she can't afford to embarrass him, so she can only accept the award obediently and then scurry away.
Shi Lan sighed. What a wonderful opportunity this was, but unfortunately she had to give it up. (To be continued.)
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