Chapter 04

He called He Xi over, and He Zhengsong said affectionately, "Grandfather's little Qi has grown another year older; if I don't cherish him, he will soon belong to someone else." As he spoke, he handed over a red envelope

Forcing herself to organize her emotions, He Xi said weakly: "When did you start working in the household registration department? Can you let me have some peace and quiet?"

Mu Ke, while rubbing her right leg, said pitifully: "Xiao Qi, I was hit by a car, it hurts so much. He Hongxun doesn't know where he ran off to, and his phone is turned off. When I get home, I will make him kneel on the washboard."

He pulled up Muko's arm and asked with concern, "What happened, sister-in-law? Are you alright?"

Meanwhile, He Xi hurriedly said to Mu Ke: "You go in, I will return."

She smiled gently as she took it and obediently said: "Thank you, Dad"

Do not be deceived by Xiao Yi's usual playful demeanor with He Xi; those who know him well understand that he is not to be trifled with. Now, provoked by Li Xing, it would be abnormal for such a proud person not to explode in anger. However, just as he was about to erupt, Li Xing unexpectedly released his grip and said with great emphasis: "Be nice to her"

The more he thought about it, the more it felt wrong. Xiao Yi squinted his eyes, "I have only been gone for a few days, and you are already with another man. Are you having an affair while I am not around?"

As the off-road vehicle disappeared from sight, Xiao Yi calmed down and walked over to grab the dazed He Xi, questioning: "Who is he? What does it matter whether he is good or not?"

He also knows how to make his elder brother kneel on a washboard, it seems there is nothing to worry about. He Xi let out a sigh of relief, slightly lifted her skirt, and noticed a patch of skin on her calf that had been scraped. She furrowed her delicate brows and asked, "Which car hit you?"

Mu Ke took out the method to deal with He Hongxun, and with a stiff neck, argued: "How could I be joking? It really hurts, I can't even stand up. That's why I sincerely request your support!"

Although Mu Ke has just married, she has known He Hongxun since they were in a relationship. In her impression, he is a person who is sometimes silent, sometimes humorous, and overall has a very calm personality. This is the first time she has seen him lose his temper. She nudged He Xi with her elbow and commented, "It seems that this 'hero of the green forest' also has unstable emotions"

Your current demeanor is quite rogue! He Xi habitually jabbed at him: "A grown man stooping to the level of a woman, aren't you ashamed!"

Muko pouted and exclaimed, "Husband, Xiaoqi hit someone!"

Having experienced Li Xing's skills, He Xi was well aware of his combat prowess. She exclaimed, "Xiao Yi!" Yet, it was still a moment too late; in the blink of an eye, Xiao Yi had already made his move, and a heavy punch was about to strike Li Xing's cheek. However, what followed was not the dull sound of impact. When Xiao Yi's wrist was deftly deflected by Li Xing, He Xi sighed in relief while clutching her chest, only to hear him say, "I advise you not to be too reckless; my strikes are heavy"

He Xi was brought back to reality by Xiao Yi's complaints, yet he could not withdraw his gaze for a long time

The officer snapped to attention and shouted, "Yes."

When He Xi was sent back to the courtyard by Xiao Yi, it happened to coincide with the commotion of the guests celebrating He Hongxun's wedding night. By the time the guests had dispersed, the night had already grown late. Seeing his father personally bring out a steaming bowl of longevity noodles from the kitchen, He Xi was quite surprised, as he had thought that the family had forgotten his birthday amidst the busyness of his cousin's wedding.

"How can you still have the audacity to speak to me? You are no better yourself," He Xi retorted, "Besides, who would fight if not someone skilled? It lacks style."

Is it really necessary to say such terrifying words as 'I can't take it anymore'?! Without any regard for propriety, He Xi pinched Mu Ke's face and shouted into her ear: 'I think you should be given a good beating!'

The heartfelt smile made the already beautiful girl appear charming and lovely. He Xi softly said, "How could it be m.hetushu.com.com! No matter how old, she is still grandpa's granddaughter"

Muko childishly spread her arms to block her: "Why are you in such a hurry to leave when we are already at the door? You have nothing to do anyway, so just stay tonight..." Before she could finish her sentence, Lixing hurried over and, at the moment when He Xi was about to turn and leave, he decisively grasped her wrist and insisted in a firm tone: "Eat dinner before you go, I will see you off!"

Xiao Yi is an exceptionally intelligent person. When he noticed He Xi's obvious emotional fluctuations, he wisely chose to stop the conversation. After all, finding out who Li Xing is would not be a difficult task for him. Moreover, his remark "Be nicer to her" inadvertently revealed an unusual relationship with He Xi, so there was no need to pursue the matter further. Thus, Xiao Yi shifted the topic: "Don't move, I have limited strength, and I won't be responsible if you fall. If you dare to get entangled with others, I will hold you accountable when I turn back. Now, let's move on to the next topic. Tell me who offended you, that you would actually resort to violence on the day of my elder brother's great joy. If I have the chance, I will take care of her."

The sound of anger reached his ears, and Xiao Yi realized that after just a few days of absence, he had shamelessly begun to miss her

Is it really that simple? Although Xiao Yi clearly did not believe it, he still pretended to be convinced, and in his usual manner, he bluntly pointed out her shortcomings: "It is not that you couldn't control it, but that you fundamentally did not control it; this is the issue"

Li Xing's senses were very sharp; even though Mu Ke's voice was not loud, he still heard it. Turning his head, he saw He Xi standing beside her, with a glimmer of light igniting in his deep eyes. After a moment of silence, he said to the officer: "Go run ten laps at the training ground and deliver the inspection report to my office before lights out"

Xiao Yi snorted coldly and said, "I don't care if it's a man or a woman, you just can't touch her!"

"You still have a point." A typical He Xi theory. Xiao Yi, having lost the battle, punished her by throwing her onto the car seat, and then, not unexpectedly, heard her almost scream: "Can you be gentler with the non-illustrated book? My butt is about to break in half."

What do you say? Haven't you seen that I have been dealt with to the point of being crippled

Today, he was dressed in training uniform, standing tall with a serious expression. He heard him shout: "Do you know what your identity is, rookie? Don't you understand that the power of example is far more inspiring than a pile of guidelines? Who allowed you to leave your post without permission?" It turned out that this officer, who had just graduated from military school, was caught red-handed by the chief of staff for abandoning his post.

My actions were entirely in self-defense, so how could it be considered that I did not learn well

With a commanding gaze, his handsome face and indifferent eyes exuded an air of superiority. He coldly uttered five words: "You have no right, Xie!" As he finished speaking, he didn't even exchange a glance with He Xi and simply walked away.

Xiao Yi tilted his head to dodge and said, "Are you going to die if you don't fight? From what you're saying, that woman is also skilled in combat. What advantage do you think you can gain?"

The bicycle made a "slap" sound as it hit Muko's delicate and unblemished thigh. He Xi exploded in anger: "Are you kidding? Can't you speak properly? If you scrape a little skin, why shout for help? Come to me for repairs?"

You can take a break now, still defending yourself. Knowing full well that you cannot defeat them yet you still took action, how foolish

You are the foolish one; how would you know you cannot win if you do not fight

Mu could answer with a sobbing voice, "I am at the entrance of C, hurry up, please, I can't hold on much longer..."

He Xi, with noodles in his mouth, playfully said: "Why not just call me directly? Why do you have to relay it through someone else?"

Mu Ke is a delicate woman who can evoke a protective instinct even in He Xi, who is two years her senior. Upon hearing the word "save," He Xi suddenly became anxious and urgently asked, "What happened, sister-in-law? Where are you? I will come right away"

He Xixin, feeling displeased, knocked his forehead against his side face and said: "Will you die if you don't argue with me?"

Ruffling her hair, Xiao Yi said discontentedly: "Alright, stop looking, there’s nothing to see at www.hetushu.com.com. It’s too blatant, I’m getting jealous. I’m asking you a question, who is he?"

He Xi, who is not accustomed to explanations, was at a loss whether to laugh or cry: "Where do you think you're going? It's not like that at all. I can't explain it to you clearly, I'm going to eat noodles."

Li Xing, who had worn the TZ armband, was skilled in restraint; however, at this moment, facing Xiao Yi, he suddenly became furious

As soon as these words were spoken, the atmosphere suddenly became tense

What else is there to say to He Zhengsong? He Heng is suitable to help He Xi out of a predicament: "Your mother called and asked me to wish you a happy birthday on her behalf. I have signed for your gift, and it is in the room."

After hanging up the phone, He Xi first called He Hongxun, but to her surprise, that gentleman had turned off his phone. Without understanding the situation, she did not contact anyone else and headed straight to C University. When she saw the petite Mu Ke sitting dejectedly on the curb outside the school gate, she was so startled that she rushed out of the taxi, nearly bumping her calf.

He touched his daughter's soft hair and smiled affectionately, saying, "Eat while it's hot."

Bicycle

After bullying his sister-in-law, He Xi obediently took Mu Ke to the hospital for an examination. It was confirmed that aside from a minor skin injury on her leg, she was as strong as a little calf. He was ready to leave her behind without further concern. However, He Hongxun's call came in. Upon learning that his young wife had been hit by a bicycle, he imperiously ordered He Xi to take Mu Ke over. He Xi initially did not want to go, but seeing Mu Ke's exaggerated way of walking, he ultimately could not bring himself to abandon her. He planned to drop her off at the entrance of the 532nd Regiment and then retreat, but coincidentally, he encountered a young officer being reprimanded at the main gate.

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Women are mostly emotional beings, easily moved by even the simplest of words. How much more so when it comes to the straightforward protection that Xiao Yi unconsciously expresses; He Xi finds it hard not to feel touched.

The next morning, He Xi returned to City A from her hometown seaside town. Still on leave, she was closely monitored by He Yayan, diligently taking care of her leg injury. Half a month later, after her wound had mostly healed, she had just come downstairs for a stroll when her sister-in-law Mu Ke called.

Unknowingly removing the mask of strength, she explained: "Xia Zhiyu, Ye Yi's cousin, you know Ye Yi, right? From the special forces. I told you on the phone last night that I had a car accident. I was supposed to get home by 7 o'clock, but I ended up being delayed until so late because I collided with her car. As a result, I ran into her again at the hotel today, and I couldn't hold back and snapped at her a few times, and then things escalated."

He Xi let out a sound, smiling mischievously as he leaned closer to He Hang and whispered, "That suits your wishes perfectly, doesn't it?" As a result, he received a sharp reprimand from his father.

"Limping is just right, so that you won't learn poorly"

He Hang tapped her on the head and said, "Your phone is out of battery"

The sharp tone ignited a flame in Xiao Yi's eyes, and the gratitude in his heart dissipated in an instant. He lost his composure and shouted, "Stop!" Then, without any regard for Li Xing, he suddenly launched an attack.

"Style?" Xiao Yi unceremoniously struck back at her: "You have nothing to do with these two words." As his shoulder was hit again, he chuckled, his peach blossom eyes sparkling: "Did you win?"

"If there are no internal affairs, how can there be external ones?" He Xi attempted to hit him, but not only did she miss, she was instead lifted up by Xiao Yi. With a startled cry, she instinctively wrapped her arms around his neck: "What are you doing? Put me down."

As soon as the call was connected, before He Xi could speak, the anxious voice of Mu Ke came from the other end: "Xiao Qi, where are you? Hurry and save me."

"The granddaughter naturally belongs to the grandfather, but the daughter-in-law is someone else's." Looking at Xiao Yi, who was standing on the balcony congratulating He Hongxun, He Zhengsong smiled with a hint of meaning, teasing his little granddaughter in a somewhat elder manner: "Did you just pick up Xiao Xiao? I was wondering how you disappeared in the blink of an eye. No need to be shy, although grandpa is old, he is still very open-minded. If you had told us earlier that you were with Xiao Xiao, we wouldn't have been busy trying to introduce you to someone else." After saying this, he laughed heartily.