The next morning, sunlight streamed into the room through the gaps in the curtains. Qian Duoduo slowly woke up, feeling a sharp pain in her lower back, as if it were about to break. She frowned, gently rubbing the aching area, thinking to herself, "This man who's been celibate for so long is really not to be trifled with. Last night really exhausted me!"
Thinking about what happened yesterday, Qian Duoduo couldn't help but blush. She had practically exhausted all her energy last night. Fortunately, she felt much better now than when she first woke up yesterday morning. After thinking it over, she figured it must be the health-preserving pill that had worked.
Thinking of this, Qian Duoduo felt a little happier. She got out of bed, stretched, and then slowly walked to the bathroom to wash up.
As she finished washing up and walked to the bottom of the stairs, just as she was about to step down, she suddenly heard a soft footstep coming from downstairs.
She looked up and saw Lu Yuan slowly walking upstairs carrying plates and bowls full of food. His familiar face was beaming with a bright smile, and his eight neat, white teeth were especially dazzling in the sunlight.
Lu Yuan looked up and saw Qian Duoduo standing at the top of the stairs. He immediately said excitedly, "Duoduo, you're finally awake! Come down and have breakfast with us!" His voice was clear and pleasant, which made people feel happy.
Looking at the enthusiastic Lu Yuan in front of her, Qian Duoduo felt a warm current welling up in her heart.
Looking at her washed and dressed, Lu Yuan felt a little regretful that he couldn't personally feed her a bowl of fragrant and delicious porridge anymore. But being able to stay by her side and enjoy a warm breakfast together was still a happy thing.
So he smiled and nodded, and walked downstairs with Qian Duoduo.
As the two ate and chatted, Qian Duoduo looked up and her gaze fell on Lu Yuan across from her. She asked curiously, "How long is your vacation this time?"
Lu Yuan smiled and replied, "One month!"
Upon hearing this, Qian Duoduo's eyes lit up, her excitement overflowing: "Wow, it's been such a long time! That's fantastic!"
Looking at Qian Duoduo's ecstatic expression, Lu Yuan couldn't help but chuckle. He loved seeing his wife so happy. You see, as an engineer at the Chinese Army Weapons Research Institute, getting such a long vacation was no easy feat.
He secretly rejoiced that he had retrieved a small portion of precious technological materials from the mysterious space and successfully upgraded numerous modern weapons and equipment using them. It was thanks to these powerful weapons that he was able to earn this rare month-long vacation.
However, to Lu Yuan's dismay, this holiday unexpectedly brought him two "third wheels." Although he didn't want Hu Da and Zhang Tian to bother him, their arrival was also part of the higher-ups' plan to protect him. Even though Hu Da and Zhang Tian's combat capabilities were inferior to his, Lu Yuan still brought them along. After all, some foreign powers, upon learning of China's weapons upgrades, would definitely send people to investigate, so his safety was a concern for many high-ranking officials in various countries.
Although having Hu Da and the other two around often meant less free time to spend alone with Qian Duoduo, Lu Yuan had no regrets whatsoever.
Looking back on his early days as an infant, as he grew up and experienced the final demise of Earth, he lacked a strong sense of belonging to his country and the world. This led to his fighting, his carefree attitude, and even causing chaos at home. His grandfather would chase him with his cane, leaving him half-asleep, before he returned home cursing. Or his father would brandish a belt, seemingly unable to hit him. Such scenes were common in his childhood home.
However, time is a terrible thing. Lu Yuan spent his 15th year in this constant bickering and teasing from his family, gradually adapting and integrating into this family where his grandfather and father were exasperated, while his grandmother and mother offered gentle comfort. This allowed him to transform from an observer into someone who, as the days went by, slowly began to understand this land and was gradually drawn to its unique charm. It boasted a long history, a splendid culture, and hospitable people; every scene and every custom deeply touched his heart. This place was completely different from that post-apocalyptic planet.
Lu Yuan is no longer the bystander he once was. He wants to become a creator of this world. After experiencing those wars, he understands that if a country wants its citizens to live and work in peace and enjoy true stability and happiness, it must have strong comprehensive national strength as a solid backing.
While China currently lacks substantial economic, technological, and military strength, its scientists and military strategists have not given up. They are all working tirelessly for China's rise. When he witnessed professors and mentors working day and night in university, he realized that hard power is the foundation for upholding justice and the benchmark for demonstrating China's capabilities. When a nation can firmly grasp the discourse in international affairs, it can navigate the vast global stage with ease, demonstrating unparalleled influence and leadership. Therefore, he willingly dedicates himself to the tedious laboratory, facing a series of data and testing grounds, all to further advance China's weaponry.
Of course, Lu Yuan was not a lonely person. Even though he endured the tedium of the experiment, he hoped to receive care from his family, lover, or friends. When he finally had these emotions that he had longed for in his previous life, he felt that his life had been reborn. He realized that his numb soul had long been warmed by his family and lover.
That's why Lu Yuan is now willing to strive for better well-being for his family and friends. He hopes that through his efforts, they can live more comfortably and happily, with satisfied smiles on their faces.
His father's rise to his current position was not only due to his own outstanding abilities, but also because of the Lu family's and Lu Yiheng's protection of Lu Yuan.
His wife was even more impressive, especially with the Oriental Garden project. She not only enhanced Shenzhen's reputation but also showcased China's strength to foreign businessmen. Although he had been curious about the enclosed elevators and the electric staircases he saw this time—these were far beyond the capabilities of this era—he initially had some concerns. However, recalling Qian Duoduo's spatial fluctuations, he understood.
He felt that the two of them must be of the same kind. After all, when he first paid attention to his wife, wasn't it because he sensed spatial fluctuations?
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