Old Ma looked at her and said, "Oh? They didn't do anything to you, did they?"
"They might want to, but they can't outmaneuver me. Don't worry, sir."
"That's good, as long as you don't suffer any losses."
"Uncle Ma, I've found out what happened to my parents. It turns out some of their enemies are still alive. I'm working hard to make sure they all go to hell one day."
An Moxue spoke through gritted teeth. If it weren't for these people, she would have had such an easy life in her original world, managing a clothing export company, having plenty of free time to study her favorite ancient prescriptions and books, and occasionally going abroad to indulge her passion for firearms. How wonderful that would have been!
Why do we have to live on the edge every day, constantly on the verge of death? Just thinking about it...
So annoying!
Old Ma frowned slightly. "What's going on?" Aunt Ma also looked at her with a nervous expression.
So An Moxue started by talking about her parents' last letters, and then talked about the two innocent people who died mysteriously abroad. An Moxue suspected that they were cursed Japanese slaves.
After the whole thing was over, Old Ma sighed and said, "I didn't expect things to be so complicated. Those people are still up to no good. You must be careful."
Aunt Ma's eyes also reddened.
"Yes, don't worry, you two. I'm building up my strength and organizing my forces, hoping that one day I won't be afraid of a head-on confrontation. Besides, I've been promoted half a rank since I came back this time, and I'm now a deputy battalion commander."
Old Ma felt even more distressed upon hearing this. To rise so quickly in such a short time was a testament to his genuine achievements. This kid might be living on the edge every day.
Aunt Ma didn't think too much about it. When she heard that he was already at the deputy battalion level, she knew that much and said happily, "That's impressive! We have to celebrate! We'll cook something delicious tomorrow."
Old Ma also said, "Celebrate!" Then he got off the kang and left the room. After turning back, he said to An Moxue, "Girl! It's getting late, and the kang is warm enough. Go to sleep! We can talk about the rest tomorrow."
"Okay. I have so much more to tell you all." An Moxue said, picking up a backpack and going into another room.
Only the elderly couple remained inside, and for a moment, neither of them spoke.
After a while, Aunt Ma spoke up: "The child must have had a hard time outside. She doesn't look as rosy as she does at home, and she's lost weight. She must not have been eating properly. Old man, find someone to get her some better things tomorrow. I'll cook her some nice food while she's at home these few days."
“Okay, I know. Everyone has something, especially those old guys. I’m sure I’ll find something out of them this time. It’s just that this girl only tells us the good news and not the bad. I don’t know how much she’s suffered outside. Tomorrow, make sure everything is hidden securely. Even when the children come back, don’t let them know. Don’t let the grandchildren tell anyone either. Give them plenty of money, but not the things, understand? This is what Mo Xue gave us as a gift. They didn’t give us as much as she did.”
Seeing Old Ma's face change several times, Aunt Ma said firmly, "No, we won't give it to them. We've spent most of our lives working for them. For the rest of our lives, we two will have to take care of the young lady. They are both grown men; they should be self-reliant!"
Old Ma nodded in agreement, but also had his own thoughts: "Of course, I want to live a few more years so that Mo Xue can take us to Kyoto and see where Miss used to work and live."
"Yes, I want to go too."
"Then you must take good care of your health and listen to Mo Xue."
"Um."
An Moxue went to the west room, took off her clothes, lay down in bed, and sighed comfortably.
A warm kang (heated brick bed)!
I fell asleep almost instantly after lying down for a short while.
The next day, when An Moxue woke up, she was still a little dazed. She picked up her watch and saw that it was already past eight o'clock in the morning.
The house was quiet. An Moxue got dressed and got up, but she couldn't see the old couple inside or outside the house.
After she washed her face with hot water, she found a pot of warm dumplings, a plate of braised pork, and a plate of ribs. The portions weren't large, but An Moxue could tell at a glance that they were specially made for her.
Just after we finished eating, Aunt Ma came back, carrying a small basket.
"Auntie, where have you been? I've woken up, and neither of you are home."
Aunt Ma looked at her and said with a smile, "Go to your house and tidy up a bit, then heat up the kang (heated brick bed). Burn more firewood in the house this afternoon, and it'll be warm tonight. You don't need to tidy up when you get home; you can just move in right away. Why didn't you sleep a little longer? What are you doing up here? Have you eaten yet?"
"have eaten."
"That's good. Now that you're home, don't think about anything outside. Get some rest, sleep a lot, eat well, and make sure you're in great shape! That's more important than anything else. Is there anything you want to eat? I'll make it for you tonight."
An Moxue thought for a moment and said, "Auntie, I was thinking about your cooking before I came back. As for what to eat, anything is fine. I eat well outside, so don't worry! Is there anything you two want to eat? I'll go get it."
Aunt Ma laughed and scolded, "I'm asking you! You've turned the tables on me. Mo Xue, I'm asking you, what's going on between you and that officer named Wu Sicheng? He even came to see me and your Uncle Ma this summer!"
Hearing this, An Moxue felt a slight ripple in her heart. After all, he was a man who fit her aesthetic standards. "Oh! It's nothing. He has feelings for me and confessed, but I didn't accept. We can't hold him back, can we? My job won't be stable for the next few years, and it's all kept secret. However, we are still very good friends. If he gives you anything, don't worry, just accept it. I'll repay the favor."
"You're such a carefree kid. Why would we accept those things from people for no reason? Alright, just keep it in mind."
An Moxue didn't seem to care much: "Hey! It's nothing. I've saved him several times already. Giving you some things is nothing. He knows that I'm close to you guys."
"So you have no plans to settle down in the next few years?"
"No, I don't have time. No one is good enough for a young and beautiful girl like you!" An Moxue said with a troubled expression, laughing and joking.
"Yes, you are the best, and no one is good enough for you. However, if there is someone suitable, don't miss the opportunity. Treat them well. You can't just have work; you also need to live. A fulfilling life is not about growing old alone. It's about having life, career, and love—all three are indispensable."
"Yes, Auntie, you're absolutely right. I'll try my best, okay?"
She was content with her advice and said, "Okay."
“Auntie, now that you’ve tidied up the house for me, I’m going to visit Uncle Guo and Aunt Guo at the village chief’s house. Would you like to come with me? Let’s go for a visit together.”
"You go ahead! I'm not going. Wear more layers."
"I understand. I wonder if Aunt Guo still remembers me after all this time?"
Aunt Ma laughed and scolded, "I remember, we were talking about you the last time we met! Go on your way!"
"Okay!"
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