Su Jingjing didn't expect that the news of her running this morning would spread like wildfire in the family compound.
There were all sorts of opinions, but most of them were mockery.
He Zhaodi, carrying her vegetable basket, walked to the base of the big tree and stopped involuntarily as she listened to their unrestrained laughter.
These people were talking about Jingjing. Even if she hadn't participated in it before, she would have more or less agreed with what they said. After spending two days with Jingjing, she found that she had changed a lot and shouldn't have been wronged.
Besides, isn't it a good thing that Jingjing gets up early to run?
The laughter suddenly stopped. "Zhao Di, what are you doing standing here?"
Wu Xiuying pursed her lips. She noticed that He Zhaodi and Su Jingjing, that little hussy, had been getting closer these past two days. Wasn't it just because of Commander Li's identity?
Sycophant!
Then his eyes darted around, hoping to get some information out of He Zhaodi.
"By the way, Zhao Di, how come you're getting so close to Su Jingjing? Have you forgotten what she did in the past, and how she often steals food from your Xiaoyun?"
"Did you know about Su Jingjing's jogging this morning? Was she just faking it?"
Everyone present turned to look at them; they were all there to hear the gossip.
He Zhaodi's lips twitched. When she mentioned that Xiaoyun's food was stolen, Wu Xiuying was also involved, but she was good at talking and could make the dead seem alive.
On the contrary, Jingjing is more casual and doesn't care about other people's opinions, which is why she has such a bad reputation in the family compound.
"Jingjing doesn't need to pretend; she must have her reasons for running."
Those present exchanged glances and nodded in agreement. Su Jingjing really didn't need to put on a show to marry such an outstanding man as Commander Li.
Put yourself in their shoes; if it were them, they might be even more arrogant.
Sigh, what can they do when they're not as lucky as others?
Seeing that everyone seemed to agree with these words, Wu Xiuying felt like she was being slapped in the face.
"Zhao Di, what exactly did Su Jingjing give you to make you speak up for her like this?"
He Zhaodi was furious, "You..." but her usually quiet nature was no match for Wu Xiuying.
Su Jingjing came out from the corner; she had been listening for a while. "Wu Xiuying, you can come and ask me any questions you have."
She never expected that her morning run would attract so much attention, comparable to that of a major celebrity in later generations.
Everyone looked over in surprise, and an awkward expression immediately appeared on their faces. Nothing is more embarrassing than being overheard by the person in question.
In order not to incur Su Jingjing's wrath, they all kept their distance from Wu Xiuying.
This is no joke. Who can blame them when Su Jingjing's man is so powerful? All the men in the group are under Commander Li's jurisdiction, and they don't want to be treated unfairly.
Although the couple's relationship was not good, who can say for sure what was going on behind their backs? You can always take some of what your spouse says to heart.
Wu Xiuying could clearly feel the resistance from those around her, and she cursed them inwardly, thinking they were all sycophants.
She wasn't afraid of Su Jingjing at all, and shouted at the top of her lungs, "Dare you say you weren't just faking it when you were running?"
After saying that, he muttered disdainfully, "You're so fat, can you even run?"
For some reason, Su Jingjing's calm demeanor is even more intimidating.
Su Jingjing wasn't angry when people called her a fat woman. She crossed her arms and silently stared at Wu Xiuying.
The atmosphere remained tense for two minutes. Everyone had clearly heard Wu Xiuying's mutterings; after all, with her loud voice, it was impossible for her to be quiet.
Wu Xiuying felt a chill and, with her neck stiff, asked, "What do you want?"
Upon hearing this, Su Jingjing smiled calmly and said, "Let me clarify first that I'm not running for show; I just want to lose weight."
After finishing speaking, he stared at everyone present and said, word by word, "Don't be curious, there will be no exceptions. I will go for a run every morning. Whether or not it helps me lose weight, running is always good for my health."
Everyone agreed that this made sense and nodded in agreement.
Su Jingjing ignored their reactions, stared into Wu Xiuying's eyes, and said in a calm but firm tone, "I am fat, but that doesn't bother you. Besides, it means I eat well, don't you think?"
"Pfft..."
Those present covered their mouths and laughed. Unexpectedly, Su Jingjing had lost her previous barbarity and rudeness, and instead became sharp-tongued, killing without leaving a trace.
Li Hanting, hidden in the shadows, let out a soft chuckle, his eyes and brows brimming with amusement.
At that moment, he felt that Su Jingjing was so vividly alive.
Standing next to the regimental commander, Liu Yang was slightly surprised, not only by the commander's wife's sharp tongue, but more importantly, because this was the first time he had seen the commander smile so happily.
He was completely baffled. How could the regimental commander have changed so much in just two days, no longer with that stern face he used to have?
He, a bachelor, simply couldn't understand it.
Hearing the surrounding laughter, Wu Xiuying's face gradually turned red with embarrassment. Pointing at Su Jingjing's nose, she was so angry that she almost fainted. "You...you, Su Jingjing, you're showing off."
It's blatant boasting. Everyone knows that before Su Jingjing got married, she never lifted a finger, and after marriage, she relied on Li Hanting's power and wealth to do absolutely no work.
Su Jingjing readily admitted, "Yes, I was just showing off, so please stop talking bad about me in the future."
Wu Xiuying glared at her small eyes and stubbornly denied it, saying, "Who said anything bad about you?"
"I'm too lazy to argue with you." With that, she ran off towards the stairs like a whirlwind.
If she stayed any longer, Haishan would be back, and Haishan didn't want her to offend Su Jingjing.
The troublemakers all ran away, and the onlookers smiled apologetically at Su Jingjing before dispersing.
They just wanted to watch the drama unfold and didn't want to offend Su Jingjing.
"Jingjing, you were really amazing just now."
To be honest, He Zhaodi really admired Su Jingjing's eloquence. If it were her, she would only be criticized and scolded.
Her mother-in-law seized on this point. Back in the countryside, she had endless chores every day, just because she was bad at speaking and didn't know how to say nice things.
Su Jingjing then realized that she seemed to have overreacted. Fortunately, these people were not very bright and did not think too deeply about it.
"No, I've disliked her for a long time."
Seeing Zhao Di's expectant eyes, Su Jingjing reminded her, "Actually, Wu Xiuying isn't as scary as you think. She's just a paper tiger. If things get a little out of hand, she'll run away faster than anyone else."
After saying that, the two chuckled softly, both knowing that Wu Xiuying was most afraid of Liang Haishan from her family.
Su Jingjing had just entered the living room and was drinking water; she was inevitably thirsty after the intense battle.
Li Hanting walked in with a steady gait right behind her. She glanced at him briefly and almost spat out the water in her mouth.
"Cough cough cough..."
What a coincidence!
Did Li Hanting see that scene?
Su Jingjing wiped the water from the corner of her mouth with a flourish, her eyes widening slightly. "When did you get back?"
Realizing that her question might be inappropriate, she said, "Wait, when did you get downstairs?"
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