As soon as Tong Dazhu walked out of the office after get off work, he saw Zheng Tiansen wandering around.
"Captain."
Zheng Tiansen walked over.
"Dazhu, Linglong has already moved into your house. Do you understand what will happen from now on?"
"Don't worry, Captain. Come on, why don't you just go home with me now?"
Zheng Tiansen had the same idea, and the two of them walked back together.
Those who had family members accompanying them basically went home for dinner, while the rest rushed to the canteen.
Liu Bao was actually one of the people rushing to the cafeteria. Seeing his two superiors going against the flow towards the family quarters, he subconsciously followed them.
There were people in military uniforms walking around everywhere, and he was far behind and not very noticeable.
Along the way, many people greeted Zheng Tiansen and Tong Dazhu.
Zheng Tiansen had no family members accompanying him in the army, so it was quite strange that he followed Tong Dazhu into the family area.
According to his rank, he could have had a house long ago, but he thought he would live alone, so he gave the house to someone who had a family member accompanying him in the army, and he lived in a single room in the dormitory.
He followed Tong Dazhui, and everyone thought he was going to have dinner with the Tong family.
After so many days, everyone who should know has already known that Tong Dazhu's mother has joined the army.
In fact, Zheng Tiansen didn't intend to eat for free, he just wanted to see Linglong. It would be abrupt for him to come here alone, so he waited for Tong Dazhu to leave together.
However, as soon as they entered the yard, they smelled the rich aroma of rice.
"What is my mother cooking?" Tong Dazhu muttered as he entered the house first.
Zheng Tiansen was more excited because of the fragrance.
As soon as they entered, they saw Linglong skillfully flipping the spatula, while Aunt Tong was setting the table.
"You're back. Oh, Captain Zheng is here too. Let's eat together. You can all try Linglong's cooking skills. This kid insisted that I sit while she cooks, and I couldn't persuade her." She kept nagging but with a happy smile on her face.
It’s no wonder that she likes girls like Linglong. Look at this girl, she is considerate and capable. She would be happy if she had a daughter like her.
Hearing Aunt Tong praising herself, Linglong turned around with a reserved smile, then turned back to continue her work.
After she finished arranging the meal and sat down, everyone started eating.
It's cold now, and there are not many edible vegetables.
Linglong made stir-fried shredded potatoes, pickled cabbage, and a bowl of shredded white radish soup.
There were also two plates of pickles and pickles made by Aunt Tong at home.
The shredded potatoes and pickled cabbage were both generous portions.
Although there is no meat on the table, the smell makes people very hungry.
Zheng Tiansen didn't hesitate and started eating with the steamed bun.
The shredded potatoes are crispy and fragrant, the pickled cabbage is also very appetizing, and occasionally picking up a handful of salty and fragrant side dishes with chopsticks is so delicious.
When you have almost finished eating, drink a bowl of hot shredded radish soup, which will warm your stomach and make you feel comfortable.
Zheng Tiansen and Tong Dazhu both have big appetites.
Even though Linglong steamed more buns at Aunt Tong's reminder, she didn't expect Zheng Tiansen to come over for dinner, and in the end there was not even a crumb of bun left.
There was also vegetable soup, which Tong Dazhu also ate up by dipping it in steamed buns.
After drinking the soup and burping, Tong Dazhu finally had time to praise Linglong.
"Linglong, your cooking skills are no worse than those of the chefs in state-owned restaurants. The food is even more delicious than the food in our cafeteria."
Linglong pursed her lips and smiled. "Brother Tong, the big pot rice in the cafeteria is definitely different from the stir-fry."
"Anyway, your craftsmanship is really good."
"Linglong, you have this skill. Once you get the report from the quartermaster, he will definitely be happy. Who knows what kind of job he will give you." Zheng Tiansen agreed.
He always felt that Linglong was a little inferior in some aspects, but he wanted her to know that she was not a mediocre person.
At least, he discovered more and more shining points in her.
"I, an old woman, am so lucky to be able to marry a girl like Linglong." Aunt Tong also laughed.
Everyone talked about her being ugly, and Linglong blushed.
Outside the yard, Liu Baogen heard voices and laughter coming from the house, and finally confirmed that Linglong was there.
And he also vaguely heard the word "Linglong".
"Linglong, is her name Linglong? What a nice name." Liu Baogen smacked his lips.
He never forgot that the child bride he despised was actually named Linglong.
With so many children, her family and the villagers only called Linglong by her nickname Hongdou, and seemed to have forgotten that she had a real name.
Of course, even if he remembered, he would not associate the Linglong girl he was thinking about with his child bride Linglong.
In his mind, his child bride has always been ugly and shameful, while the exquisite girl in the house is the cinnabar mole that he currently desires but cannot obtain.
After dinner, Linglong rushed to clean up, and Aunt Tong followed suit.
As for Tong Dazhu, he was left behind by his mother to talk to Zheng Tiansen.
Zheng Tiansen glanced at Linglong over there and said in a low voice, "Er, when I took Linglong to the state-owned restaurant for dinner, I ran into Liu Baogen and his girlfriend."
"Really!" Tong Dazhu couldn't hold back his voice, causing the two people who were washing dishes to look over.
"Oh, it's okay, you guys continue." He quickly waved his hand. "So, Captain, what happened next?"
"As soon as he came up to talk, we left. But I don't think Linglong's identity can be kept secret for too long."
"Who cares? Linglong was adopted by their family, but she's not really one of them. Even if she's exposed, my mother, Linglong, and I will insist we're relatives. What can Liu Baogen do to her?"
"That's true, but I think he seems to have always had some interest in Linglong. If he knew that Linglong was his former child bride, he might not be willing to let it go. In short, we should be mentally prepared."
"Captain, I understand. We are in a new society now. Linglong is no longer a member of their family. He can't do anything openly. We just need to be on guard against him doing something sneaky."
"Well, everything is still under discipline. He doesn't dare to do anything reckless. I'm just reminding you."
"Then should we also tell Linglong?"
Zheng Tiansen thought of Linglong's resistance when she saw Liu Baogen and shook his head. "Don't tell her. She's already very wary of Liu Baogen."
After saying this, Tong Dazhu couldn't help but feel proud again.
"I didn't expect Linglong's cooking skills to be so good. I'm sure it's worth it to recognize this girl. I'll be in for a treat in the future."
"Hmph, I agreed to let Linglong live in your house. Does that mean Linglong is the one who cooks for you every day?" Zheng Tiansen glared at him.
Tong Dazhu chuckled. "Captain, I was just saying that. If I dare to disrespect Linglong, my mother will be the first to punish me."
Seeing how the two of them were getting along, Zheng Tiansen thought it was indeed the case. With Aunt Tong caring so much about Linglong now, it seemed that Tong Dazhu, her biological son, would have to take a back seat for the time being.
This way, he can feel more at ease with Linglong.
Liu Baogen had been waiting outside for a long time. Whenever someone passed by, he would hide deliberately to prevent others from suspecting what he was doing.
He waited until Zheng Tiansen came out, but Linglong still didn't show up. He finally confirmed one thing: Linglong should be living in Tong Dazhu's house.
He was puzzled by this, because when they were standing on the platform, the Tong mother and son and Miss Linglong didn't know each other yet.
What exactly happened?
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