Qin Yushen didn't make things difficult for her. To be honest, if she hadn't brought the person into the courtyard, the mission wouldn't have been completed so quickly.
They also obtained new intelligence through Scarface, which was a significant contribution.
"It's good that you don't know. If someone asks, you should still say you don't know, understand?"
Although the missing items had nothing to do with the mission, it was hard to guarantee that someone wouldn't be eyeing them.
If people find out that Lin Xiaoxiao took it, she'll be in big trouble.
Lin Xiaoxiao wasn't stupid; she knew he was giving her a hint, and nodded earnestly.
Qin Yu chuckled, a smile playing at the corners of his eyes. "Not too stupid."
He then strode away.
Lin Xiaoxiao watched his retreating figure, wiped the corner of her mouth, and thankfully didn't drool like a lovesick fool.
This man is absolutely amazing.
He had a cool and aloof demeanor, but in reality, he was a cunning and seductive fox, completely different from the rough and tough soldier he had imagined.
With naturally fair skin, broad shoulders, a narrow waist, and long legs, he exudes a faint aloofness and indifference when he's not smiling. When he smiles, the corners of his eyes slant slightly upward, softening his sharp features and making him appear even more alluring.
She won't lose out by marrying him, she really won't lose out at all, not even a little bit.
There's no way to shower on the train; you'll get smelly all over.
Lin Xiaoxiao went downstairs to get some hot water, preparing to take a quick shower.
Unbeknownst to her, after she went upstairs, the waitresses had already started arguing with the women passing by the guesthouse.
"Is she really Battalion Commander Qin's girlfriend? I heard from Sister Ma and the others that she's not very good-looking and comes from the countryside."
"Of course it's real! I saw Battalion Commander Qin bring it over. He's not bad looking, just a bit dark-skinned. But if you look closely, he's actually quite handsome."
"Didn't Zhao Mei say she was Battalion Commander Qin's girlfriend? The two almost got into a fight at the army gate. Do you think Battalion Commander Qin will choose Zhao Mei or someone else?"
"If I were Battalion Commander Qin, I would choose Zhao Mei. Her father is a division commander, her family background speaks for itself, need I say more?"
"Do you think Battalion Commander Qin is as shallow as you? He became a battalion commander without any connections, didn't he? Such an outstanding comrade, if it weren't for Zhao Mei, I would have introduced my niece to him."
"I heard that Battalion Commander Qin is also from the countryside and has no background. If he offends the army commander, he may not be able to get promoted."
"He doesn't look like he's from the countryside, does he? Which male comrade in our military region is as good-looking as him?"
Who knows?
The sisters-in-law who had never met Lin Xiaoxiao sat at the entrance of the guesthouse, chatting away.
Even after Qin Yushen finished reporting on the mission and went back to his dormitory to rest for a while, when he returned to the guesthouse, they were still there.
"Commander Qin is back? Why isn't my husband back yet?" asked the wife of one of the men in the battalion led by Qin Yushen.
Qin Yushen said politely, "Sister-in-law, Company Commander He and the others should have gone back by now."
Then, ignoring their gossipy looks, he went into the guesthouse.
From the military base to downtown Jiangcheng, it takes an hour to walk, except when taking the vehicle procured by the military each day.
Qin Yu borrowed the car of the commander of the Second Regiment, who was in charge of him, and drove Lin Xiaoxiao to the city.
On the way, Qin Yushen took the initiative to speak, "I knew nothing about the engagement."
Lin Xiaoxiao hadn't expected this. "Your stepmother arranged your engagement without telling you? Does that mean the marriage still counts?"
No wonder she felt something was off about this.
Qin Yushen's stepmother sent someone to deliver fifty yuan to the Lin family, without even mentioning meeting the parties involved, and settled the marriage with just empty words.
Then someone sent another thousand yuan so that the girl from the Lin family could go to the army to get married alone.
The man and woman had never met, and neither of their families had ever met either; it was far too hasty.
Then there's Lin Wanwan, who agreed and then went back on her word, eagerly signing up to go to the countryside. Lin Xiaoxiao didn't believe her when she said she wasn't strange.
The marriage was arranged in a muddled way, and neither party knew about it. Lin Xiaoxiao thought it was probably going to fall through.
It seems she needs to find a job quickly and get her household registration and food ration records sorted out.
Qin Yushen's expression remained indifferent. "If you told me, wouldn't her plan fall through?"
"As for whether the marriage counts or not, it's up to her, not me. As long as I'm not married, she won't give up on finding me a partner."
"Even if it's not you, it will be someone else."
"Extremely annoying."
When he said the last four words, Lin Xiaoxiao noticed that the veins on his hands gripping the steering wheel were bulging, showing how angry he was.
It seems the stepmother and stepson don't have a very harmonious relationship.
Lin Xiaoxiao's mind was filled with countless thoughts of the secrets and shady dealings within wealthy families.
"And you, what's your situation?" Qin Yushen glanced at Lin Xiaoxiao.
He knew from their last encounter that this girl was very strong; he knew she was someone he couldn't beat.
To be precise, no one should be her match.
He looks so thin; it's obvious he's living a very difficult life.
With such strong capabilities, would you readily accept a marriage where you don't even know what the other person looks like?
Lin Xiaoxiao told the truth, "To tell you the truth, it's not me you're engaged to, it's my sister. She didn't want to get married, so she lost her mind and signed up to go to the countryside."
“My troublesome parents couldn’t bear to give up the opportunity to marry into your family, nor could they bear to return the betrothal gifts, so they’re forcing me to marry in their place.”
Qin Yu gave her a deep look. "If you're not willing, they might not be able to force you."
Lin Xiaoxiao wasn't lying. "Staying in the Lin family means being treated like a slave, and you'll always be worried about being sold off someday. It's better to take this opportunity to leave."
"I've thought it all through. If you're a good person, it's not impossible for us to date."
If I don't find anyone I like, I'll be more comfortable living alone.
I'm just a little lonely being alone.
She needs a man to play with.
In my past life, I was too busy killing zombies to date, so in this life I don't have as many worries and can do whatever I want.
Thinking of this, Lin Xiaoxiao secretly glanced at Qin Yushen, who was driving with a serious expression.
It's so beautiful.
Qin Yu caught a glimpse of her gaze out of the corner of his eye; it didn't look very serious.
I don't even know what I was thinking about him.
“Aren’t you worried that I won’t agree?” he said.
Lin Xiaoxiao rolled her eyes speechlessly and complained, "Why are you such a big man, so indecisive? Do you think I can't live without you agreeing? Even if all the men in the world died, the earth would still keep turning."
She has a really fiery temper.
Qin Yu silently grumbled to himself.
However, he also gleaned from Lin Xiaoxiao's words that she was not against marriage, but mainly depended on his opinion, since both of them had been arranged to marry without his consent.
She was forced into this situation due to family reasons, while he was tricked by his stepmother.
If the two don't get together, Lin Xiaoxiao will still be held back by his family, and he will probably experience this situation countless times again.
As long as he doesn't get married, the people in Beijing won't easily let go of such a disgusting method.
In that case, why don't the two of them just get together for now?
There's definitely no romantic involvement; it seems more like a mutually beneficial arrangement. What will happen in the future remains to be seen.
At least he didn't dislike Lin Xiaoxiao; in fact, he admired her abilities.
Lin Xiaoxiao seemed satisfied with him, as she kept glancing at his face with her eyes.
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