Chapter 63 Gu Baobao's Beauty Shocks the Military Family Compound
The next morning, the loud and powerful reveille and marching bugle calls pierced the tranquility of the island military compound.
The voice was somewhat unfamiliar to Gu Baobao, yet it strangely carried a vibrant energy.
She slowly awoke to the sound of horns, opened her eyes, and looked at the golden sunlight streaming in through the gaps in the curtains.
For a moment, I was in a daze before I realized that I was already in a military region on an island thousands of miles away.
There was no crowing of roosters from my hometown of Qinghetun, no bustling activity of early morning laborers in the village.
Instead, there was the sound of synchronized footsteps, resounding slogans, and the faint, rhythmic sound of waves lapping against the shore in the distance.
She stretched and felt completely relaxed.
The nourishing spring water and a good night's sleep left her feeling refreshed and energized.
She got up and picked out a light blue cotton dress from the wardrobe. The dress had an extremely simple design and no special markings.
The dress has a round neck and short sleeves, reaches the knees, and is loosely and comfortably cut. There is only a thin belt of the same color at the waist to cinch it in.
In this day and age, such a dress still has a certain fashionable flair.
However, its advantage lies in its simple colors and elegant design, which prevent it from being too eye-catching.
She tied her long, thick, black hair with a very ordinary black rubber band.
Her hair was tied up high in a fluffy bun at the back of her head, revealing her smooth, full forehead and graceful neck.
A few unruly strands of hair fell beside her ears, adding a touch of playfulness.
After a quick wash, she took out her usual fragrance-free moisturizing lotion from the bathroom of the villa and gently patted some on her face and hands.
Her skin was already smooth and radiant from the long-term nourishment of the spiritual spring water.
At this moment, her skin appears even more radiant and translucent, so white it seems to glow, requiring absolutely no makeup to enhance it.
After tidying up, she pushed open the door and walked into the courtyard.
The air on the island is exceptionally fresh in the early morning, carrying the unique saltiness of the sea and the faint fragrance of plants.
The sky was a clear azure blue, with a few cotton candy-like white clouds drifting by.
In the distance, the broad leaves of palm trees swayed gently in the breeze, and further away, the rhythmic lapping of the waves could be faintly heard.
Gu Baobao took a deep breath, feeling her chest fill with this free and vibrant atmosphere.
So comfortable!
In stark contrast to the dry, crisp air of Liaoning Province, everything here exudes the brightness and vitality of a tropical island.
She stood in the courtyard, tilting her head slightly back, closing her eyes to feel the sunlight and breeze, and a serene and contented smile unconsciously appeared on her lips.
However, what she didn't know was that her painting of the Fairy of Morning Light had already fallen into the eyes of a certain alpha wolf in the neighboring yard.
Lu Zhanming got up earlier than the bugle call.
Years of military service have ingrained his biological clock into his very bones.
After he finished tidying up, his arm bandaged, the first thing he did was walk to the low wall near Gu Dongguo's house in his yard.
He was seemingly pruning the few half-dead plants on the wall, as if by accident.
Actually, Zhang Xiaobing had temporarily brought her here last night as a makeshift prop, but her gaze kept drifting towards the door of the next room.
When the door opened and a slender, graceful figure in pale blue appeared in the morning light, Lu Zhanming felt his breath catch in his throat.
The light blue dress accentuated her snow-white skin, which seemed to be enveloped in a soft halo under the morning sun.
Her simple bun hairstyle made her look refreshing and lively, with a few wisps of hair fluttering in the breeze, gently brushing against her fair neck and cheeks.
The way she smiled with her eyes closed was so pure and beautiful, unlike anything in this world, that it made everything around her pale in comparison.
It cannot be described simply by the word "beautiful".
It possessed a unique quality that blended elegance, purity, liveliness, and an indescribable scholarly air, dazzling and captivating, making it impossible to look away.
Lu Zhanming's heart began to pound uncontrollably, his gaze lingering greedily on that delicate little face, feeling that he could never get enough of looking at her.
His baby is beautiful in every way, and every part of him touches his heartstrings.
However, this wonderful feeling of exclusivity was soon shattered.
The family compound is right next to the barracks. Early in the morning, soldiers who have finished their morning exercises or are heading to the canteen pass by this path leading to the family compound in twos and threes.
When their gazes inadvertently swept over Gu Dongguo's small courtyard, where a celestial being stood,
Time seemed to be slowed down instantly.
"Snap!"
Someone dropped their enamel mug on the ground.
"Ouch!"
Some people were so focused on turning their heads that they didn't notice their feet and tripped over a stone.
"hiss--!"
The sounds of gasping for air were clearly audible.
Everyone seemed to be frozen in place, their steps halting, their eyes wide, and their mouths slightly agape.
He stared intently at the pale blue figure, his eyes practically glued to it!
Their feet felt like they were made of lead; they couldn't move an inch! (Everyone's inner monologue:)
[My God! Who is that?!]
[That younger sister of Battalion Commander Gu? I heard yesterday that a fairy came... This is too ethereal!]
[So Su Xiaoyu from the performing arts troupe is nothing compared to this! This is the real goddess!]
Is she smiling at me? Ah! I'm dead!
[This skin...this appearance...I'd believe it if you said she stepped out of a painting!]
All sorts of amazed, infatuated, and stunning gazes focused on Gu Baobao like searchlights.
Some bold and shameless young soldiers even deliberately slowed down or pretended to tie their shoelaces, just to get a second look.
Lu Zhanming took in all of this. The tenderness and affection that had arisen when he saw Gu Baobao was instantly replaced by a chilling coldness!
A strange, intense bitterness and anger surged in my chest!
Is his little girl meant for you brats to stare at like that?!
That look, that expression... it's simply outrageous!
The surrounding temperature dropped several degrees because of the cold air that Commander Lu was blasting out as if it were free.
A soldier passing by the gate of his compound felt a chill run down his neck for no apparent reason and instinctively shrank back.
He tried to restrain himself a bit, but his eyes still couldn't help glancing in that direction.
Lu Zhanming had reached his limit!
He abruptly put down the scissors he was using as a prop, lifted his leg, and strode forward, pushing open the low wooden door of his own courtyard. In just a few steps, he reached the entrance to Gu Dongguo's courtyard.
He took a deep breath, forcibly suppressing the coldness emanating from his body and the surging jealousy within him, trying his best to soften the expression on his face.
Speaking to Gu Baobao, who was still enjoying the morning light with her eyes closed, he deliberately kept his voice low and gentle:
"Good morning, baby!"
Gu Baobao opened her eyes at the sound, turned to look at him, and a bright, sweet smile naturally bloomed on her face, more dazzling than the morning sun:
"Good morning, Brother Zhanming!"
That smile, that soft and affectionate "Brother Zhanming," was like a bomb coated in honey.
Not only did the explosion cause Lu Zhanming's heart rate to instantly spike to 180 beats per minute, but the tips of his ears also began to feel faintly hot.
It also sent the young soldiers who were still spying around completely scrambling into a panic!
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