Although Chen Ji felt uncomfortable, he still subconsciously reached out and wrapped his arm around Xu Ruantang to prevent her from falling.
When Cheng Dan saw this scene, her expression changed.
But she grew up in a compound and was a knowledgeable and cultured young woman. She thought Xu Ruantang must be from the countryside to be so ignorant of etiquette.
So she stepped forward and kindly reminded him, "Comrade Xu, it's alright. Tiger is a military dog that Chen Ji picked up. It just wants to get close to Chen Ji. It doesn't bite."
As she spoke, Cheng Dan gave a dignified smile: "Come down quickly! This is not a good influence on Chen Ji. If family members come out of the compound and see this, it will be difficult to handle."
Xu Ruantang was already frightened by the dog, and there were also people buzzing in her ears, like flies.
Where can she go after she comes down? To be sent to the dogs?! Does she not know what Cheng Dan is thinking?
She remembered what Chen Ji had promised her: she could yell back at anyone who bullied her.
Xu Ruantang didn't know if what he said was true or false, but decided to give it a try. She wanted to see if she could actually accept the promises her boss was making.
If she can't eat, she'll start giving up!
Xu Ruantang held Chen Ji tightly, deliberately saying loudly, "Chen Ji, where's our marriage certificate?"
Chen Ji frowned because of Cheng Dan's words.
If her husband doesn't see any negative impact, when did it become anyone else's place to interfere in his family affairs? Cheng Dan's behavior is the most inappropriate.
Although Chen Ji didn't know what Xu Ruantang wanted to do, he still obeyed.
"Here." He held Xu Ruantang in one arm, took something out of his pocket, and handed it to her where she could see it.
Xu Ruantang took it, unfolded it, and glanced at it. It really was a marriage certificate. However, unlike the ones with covers in later generations, it was a two-page hardcover with the words "Marriage Certificate" and a large "囍" character on the cover.
She just mentioned it casually, but Chen Ji actually took it out.
"Is your pocket a treasure chest?" Xu Ruantang reached into Chen Ji's pocket, hoping to find something else.
What kind of good person carries their marriage certificate around with them every day?
Chen Ji liked to see her wide-eyed look of surprise, just like Xiao Bao, and replied with a smile, "No. But if you want something, I can try to change it."
His voice wasn't quiet; several people standing nearby could hear it.
Aunt Wang was all smiles, clearly having a strong mentality and not being surprised at all. Besides, her goddaughter had a good relationship with Chen Ji and his wife; she couldn't be happier!
Xu Hanli was so surprised his jaw almost dropped. Old Chen... how come he's becoming less and less like himself after going back to his hometown!
I've never seen anyone talk like this before; it's really unpleasant to watch!
I got goosebumps all over!
Xiao Bao couldn't understand what they were saying at all. He pointed his little finger at the big dog not far away and barked excitedly.
Its calves are kicking so enthusiastically; if it could run, it would probably be chasing after the dog.
Cheng Dan's expression changed repeatedly, and she almost couldn't hold back her emotions.
When did Chen Ji and his wife, whom he had only married a few days ago, become so close? The last time he visited, they seemed quite distant.
At the time, the woman kept trying to leave so she could be alone with Chen Ji. Indeed, a person's ambition tends to grow larger over time.
Although she didn't mean anything by it, she still felt very uncomfortable. Deep down, she felt that this country girl was not good enough for Chen Ji.
Xu Ruantang thought Chen Ji was showing off his acting skills again.
She realized that Chen Ji didn't like Cheng Dan and was saying that on purpose! She felt it necessary to help her boss resolve this unnecessary trouble.
She unfolded her marriage certificate and waved it at Cheng Dan, "There's nothing wrong with it. I'm afraid of dogs, and it's instinctive for me to hide in my man's arms when I'm in danger. Everyone will understand! We're legally married!"
Before Cheng Dan could respond, Xu Ruantang poked Chen Ji in the back and said without turning her head, "Hurry up and let that young comrade take Huzi away. I'm scared! Comrade Cheng said that this is not a good influence. I'll get down once it's gone."
Chen Ji didn't answer. Looking at Hu Zi, who was cowering not far away, he felt inexplicably good.
He smiled slightly and called out in a deep voice, "Tiger."
Tiger had just been stopped by Chen Ji with a look, and it was squatting there looking aggrieved. But when it heard its master's voice, it wagged its tail and ran over frantically.
Although Xu Ruantang didn't turn around, she could hear the dog's footsteps and feel its increasingly close hiss, which made her tense up.
What's more, Xiao Bao was getting more and more excited, her legs were like motors, and if it weren't for Aunt Wang's strength, she would have taken off.
The young soldier holding Tiger frantically pulled on the rope, being dragged forward, and shouted helplessly, "Commander, Tiger is out of control!"
Tiger usually listens to the regimental commander the most, but today, for some reason, the young soldier is completely baffled, like a monk who has no idea what's going on.
If he knew Chen Ji did it on purpose, he'd probably do what Xu Hanli did and they'd all go to the hospital to get their chins checked.
Xu Ruantang huddled in Chen Ji's arms, trembling with fear. She was so frightened that she almost screamed. Her arms around Chen Ji's neck tightened, and she pressed her whole body against him.
"Chen Ji, run! Run! Help! I'm going crazy!"
Xu Ruantang patted his back, feeling unsafe about her bottom.
What if the dog rushes up and bites her butt? She urged Chen Ji, "Turn around, turn around quickly."
She spent her life as a vegetarian and a Buddhist; if she had to bite someone, she should bite Chen Ji!
If you bite Chen Ji, you're not allowed to bite her again!
Chen Ji felt the sensation growing stronger, his breathing became heavy, and he quickly turned her around while holding her, gently comforting her, "It's alright, don't be afraid, Tiger is gone."
It seems like we went a bit too far.
Chen Ji was somewhat annoyed. He was already twenty-eight years old, how could he suddenly do something so childish?!
Xu Ruantang slowly raised her head and realized that, without her noticing, Hu Zi had already walked away with the young soldier.
She glared at Chen Ji resentfully, "Are you deliberately teasing me?"
"No."
Xu Ruantang quickly got out of his arms, remaining skeptical of Chen Ji's explanation. If he really did it on purpose, it was incredibly perverse!
It's not funny at all!
Xu Ruantang wanted to bite him and let him experience what it felt like to be bitten!
The group continued walking, ignoring Cheng Dan. She tried to take something from Xu Hanli's hand, but he easily dodged it.
"Dr. Cheng, I'll take care of it. It's getting dark, you're a single woman, you should go home early! Don't keep Chief Cheng waiting."
After Xu Hanli finished speaking, he tilted his chin up and imitated Xu Ruantang's arrogant manner of tossing her marriage certificate, then quickly followed the people in front of him.
Cheng Dan stood there, her eyes brimming with tears, her fingernails digging fiercely into her palms.
When they arrived at a courtyard, Chen Ji stopped and opened the gate.
"Come in."
Xu Ruantang looked around the small courtyard, a moment of surprise crossing her mind, before she recalled the way the young soldier had addressed Chen Ji earlier—
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