Chapter 02
He Ya Yan couldn't help but laugh either, linking her arm with He Yi Cheng's and whispering, "I heard that the officers of the 532nd Regiment broke down the door during the wedding festivities, and it seems your family's door has also been taken off its hinges. You should let them through quickly."
He Xi went to help, childishly muttering: "Pah pah pah, children speak without restraint, getting married tomorrow, saying things like life and death! Hey, where is Sister Ya Yan? Why haven't I seen her?"
Domineering? Good, very good
Xia Zhiyu slightly raised the corners of her lips, her expression revealing a disdain that even her exquisite makeup could not conceal, "Is it that I cannot afford to be hurt, or that you and I cannot afford to offend each other?!"
After greeting the elders, He Xi casually ruffled his cousin's short hair and complained, "Who is that gatekeeper? He questioned me for ages without letting me in, insisting he had never seen me before! When I was running around playing inside and outside the courtyard, he probably didn't even know where he was."
"Yes, yes, yes, combat power is very good and strong!" He Yicheng said with a smile, then, in a manner befitting an elder, shouted: "Stop right there!"
He Xi pouted her small face and murmured, "Aren't I always moving forward?" To change the subject, she playfully shook He Zhengsong's arm and asked, "Did you save any food for me? I'm so hungry my stomach is growling."
To prevent the wooden door of the old house from being "sacrificed," He Yicheng got up and walked over, just as he was about to call the maids inside to open the door, he suddenly heard He Xi start singing: "Arise, ye who refuse to be slaves..." His head began to ache a little.
A male voice, not loud yet exceptionally clear and powerful, resonated from behind. He Xi heard him say: "If you won't consider the monk's face, at least consider the Buddha's face; if you're going to disrupt the event, choose a proper place to do so"
He Xi responded with a gesture of sealing a deal, warming up while shouting at the door: "Since ancient times, there has only been one path up Mount Hua; it cannot be outsmarted, only forcefully attacked. Sister-in-law, please bear with me." Before the words had left his mouth, his foot was already making contact, rhythmically kicking the door while altering the lyrics and singing with a strong cadence: "Forward, forward, forward, our team marches towards the sun, stepping on the land of our motherland, carrying the hope of the 'bridegroom', we are an invincible force..." Rhythmically kicking the door while altering the lyrics and singing with a strong cadence: "Forward, forward, forward, our team marches towards the sun, stepping on the land of our motherland, carrying the hope of the 'bridegroom', we are an invincible force..."
Withdrawing his gaze and releasing the hand that was resting on He Xi's waist, Li Xing softened the harsh lines of his face and replied in a deep voice: "The team leader and the political commissar are unable to make it to the division headquarters, so they sent me as a representative to convey their congratulations"
Patting his cousin's little head, He Hongxun jokingly said: "We lack everything here, except for men. If you don't calm down, I will really find someone to deal with you!"
"Be careful of my domestic violence against him!" He Xi, not backing down, argued with the librarian, then leaned against He Zhengsong, gently pouting as she said, "See, it turns out that once you have a granddaughter-in-law, you no longer need a granddaughter, huh? You're in such a hurry to push me away!"
He Yicheng gave a wry smile and said, "Why are you siblings so violent?"
This situation was truly unavoidable! He Xi thought to himself as he stepped to her left side the moment Xia Zhiyu threw a punch, simultaneously raising his right hand quickly in an attempt to seize her wrist. There was a certain professional sharpness in his movements
Misunderstanding?" After a slight pause, He Xiwei curled the corner of her lips and slowly and coolly uttered five words: "Then I have no regrets!"
He Hehang did not help her; instead, he said, "It is indeed right not to buy you a car"
He Xi reacted quickly, and as soon as "I'm sorry" slipped from her lips, she had already reached out to pull the other person. However, that person was even quicker. Before she could touch the other person's arm, they had already nimbly sidestepped, pressing their back against the wall and deftly avoiding the collision
The focus of attention is on Xia Zhiyu's radiant face, as He Xi's voice spreads through the air. She slowly and coldly utters three words: "You are not worthy!"
The crowd laughed heartily
"He was taken over by He Yi City, and dinner will be eaten there." He Hongxun turned around and asked with a half-smile, "Are you sure you won't be the bridesmaid for your sister-in-law? You don't want the red envelope either?"
It is already quite frustrating that the villain complains first, and the scolding tone further infuriates the proud He Xi. She straightens up and provocatively mocks, "I am just a flustered person; if you can't stand it, just avoid me. You can't afford to be hurt!"
He Xi shot a "you don't understand" look and retorted, "What kind of literature is this? It's not a talent show. When it comes to fetching the bride, it must have some flair. If it weren't for my grandfather saying to keep a low profile, I would have wanted to bring along eighteen brothers, drive eighteen old cars, wear eighteen woolen coats, don eighteen white scarves, and wear the hat of Xu Wenqiang from Shanghai Beach, all while puffing on eighteen cigarettes, and then kick open the door of the He family to seize the bride and her dowry."
Finally, a point was scored in terms of seniority. Looking at He Yicheng's face instantly darkening, He Hongxun laughed heartily
He Zhengsong frowned and said, "You child, you really don't make it easy for others to worry about you." He then pulled his granddaughter over and examined her from head to toe, ensuring that He Xi was not hurt, before finally feeling relieved.
He Yaoyan, who was protective, pinched his arm hard and corrected him, saying: "This is our combat power! Do you understand what combat power is?"
Ultimately, it was the influential and esteemed individuals, along with the bibliophile, Uncle He Yicheng, who managed to restrain He Xi. However, it was at the cost of money that he secured the integrity of the family.
Knowing that it was unwise to cause trouble at this moment, He Xi suddenly found himself unable to remain calm
Thus, Xia Zhiyu's words were interrupted by her faint, almost imperceptible laughter
Is that you? Xia Zhiyu also recognized her, and her tone sounded somewhat sharp as she spoke: "Can't you be a bit more steady? Why are you so flustered just driving on the road? Are you in a hurry to be reborn?"
Upon arriving at the He family, He Hongxun was unexpectedly left outside the door, as the gatekeeper insisted that the groom sing a song; without a song, the bride would not be handed over.
"It's just a misunderstanding." He Hongxun signaled to He Xi with his eyes: "Little Seven."
"Women, eat as much as you like, it is not a crime!" Glancing at his younger cousin, He Hongxun, who had not commented on the job transfer, smiled as he walked towards the dining room: "I’ve been waiting for you to start eating, I’m almost starving."
Gazing intently at He Xi's features, he gently asked in a soft tone, "You weren't hurt, were you?" Clearly, his previous statement, which carried a tone of reproach, was directed at Xia Zhiyu.
Seeing that his younger sister was unharmed, He Hongxun let out a sigh of relief. Clearing his throat lightly, he greeted Li Xing with a smile, saying, "You’re here."
He Xi stood at attention with a snap, full of spirit: "We will resolutely complete the task!"
The cold gaze shot out a chilling light, and Xia Zhiyu quickly advanced forward, swiftly throwing a punch with her left hand at an upward angle. He Xi leaned back to evade her attack aimed at her head, but unexpectedly, her calf was solidly struck by the opponent's kick, the force of which made her unsteady, and she stumbled into the waitress who was approaching with a tray.
He brushed aside her restless little paws, and He Hongxun intended to grab her arm for a reverse hold, but she deftly evaded him. He could only criticize her weakly, saying, "You should consider how long it has been since you last returned; if it were me, I wouldn't let you in either"
When one encounters joyful events, their spirits are naturally uplifted. He He Hongxun said with a smile, "Little sister, when we arrive at your sister-in-law's house later, I will seize the bride, and you will grab the dowry."
After causing a commotion for a while, He Yicheng, keeping an eye on the time, had He Hongxun take away his beloved niece, whom he had cherished since childhood.
He Hongxun nodded, introducing the two with a smile that was neither fully a smile nor a frown: "Chief of Staff Li Xing, this is my cousin He Xi"
Xia Zhiyu immediately guessed her tactic and quickly withdrew her hand, so that He Xi's fingertips only brushed against the back of her hand. Then, He Xi transformed her passive position into an active one, swiftly raising her leg to kick at Xia Zhiyu's forearm, the speed of her movement leaving no time for a response. She was already wearing lace-up women's military boots, and with that kick, Xia Zhiyu's arm was struck quite hard.
With a happy smile on his face, He Hongxun waved his hand and said: "Go! There is no need to be polite when dealing with the enemy"
Upon hearing the sound of shattering glass, He Xi's gaze instantly turned cold, with a dangerous aura emanating from her clear eyes
Such provocative words, how could they not ignite the flames of war? Finally, Xia Zhiyu was the first to remove her mask of kindness, completely forgetting the rule that fighting in public was absolutely prohibited. She suddenly turned around and swung her clenched fist out forcefully
How can they be so barbaric! He Yayan secretly complained
After dinner, the three generations of the He family—old, middle-aged, and young—sat together in the living room enjoying tea. The conversation shifted from the groom He Hongxun to his sister He Yayan and her playful rivalry with He Yicheng, and finally turned to the young girl He Xi, who was still waiting in the boudoir. Until late at night, the room remained filled with laughter and joy
So arrogant! Xia Zhiyu coldly snorted, her gaze silently exerting pressure, "I advise you not to be too dismissive of others..."
He Hongxun smiled: "Fortunately, I have not seen through the worldly affairs. In that case, let me introduce you to someone from our group..."
Not wanting to draw attention, He Xi retreated while receiving the blows, trying to distance herself as much as possible from the banquet hall. However, during her retreat, she was caught off guard by Xia Zhiyu, who seized the opportunity. As she suddenly kicked out with a sweeping motion, He Xi instinctively leaned back, but unexpectedly, her foot missed the step and only landed on the edge of the stair. In that fleeting moment of losing balance, she could only manage to grasp the handrail with one hand, leaving her no way to evade Xia Zhiyu's attack.
Their fight had actually alarmed everyone. When He Heng stood up and looked over, He Hongxun had already rushed out in haste. However, before he could take action, a strong arm suddenly extended from He Xi's waist as she fell backward, and the leg that Xia Zhiyu was about to kick at her shoulder was also firmly deflected.
Here it comes again! He Xi let out a sound of annoyance and said, "Stop trying to sell me your subpar products and difficult customers! Good iron is not used for nails, and a good woman does not marry a soldier... Oh, why are you hitting me, uncle?" He Xi puffed his cheeks and rubbed his head that was hurt from being struck by He Yan, while on the other side, He Zhengsong and He Hang could no longer hold back their laughter.
Supporting herself with one hand, the waiter stumbled after being bumped into. He Xi quickly stepped back, but when Xia Zhi Yu launched another attack, he firmly grasped the opponent's wrist and then simultaneously bent both hands downwards
Xia Zhiyu smiled faintly, and when she spoke, her voice had already warmed: "Cousin has gone to train the troops, and he asked me to come over to apologize and congratulate Deputy Commander He He *Tu* Shu." Glancing at He Xi, she apologetically said: "It must be a misunderstanding, I am truly sorry."
The soft light illuminated the man's sharply defined face, and the determination between his brows imbued his already handsome features with an inexhaustible, restrained strength, a quality unique to a soldier.
He Xi is not a person with a naturally good temper; she has always adhered to the golden principle of "If others do not offend me, I do not offend them. If others offend me, I will show some restraint. If they offend me again, I will eradicate the root of the problem." At this moment, facing Xia Zhiyu's sharp retort, she paused for a moment, a smile on her lips, but her eyes were cold: "What will you do if I say both are true?"
He gazed at her in silence, his eyes distinctly colored.
As He Hongxun opened the door, he couldn't help but lightly scold her upon seeing her travel-worn appearance: "You still remember which way the door to your home opens, my dear aunt."
Upon witnessing this scene, He Xi clapped his hands and exclaimed: "I will come!"
"Of course I will take the red envelope," He Xi said while setting the tableware, "but I won't be a bridesmaid anymore; if I take on too many roles, I won't be able to get married."
Striving to shake off the sharp emotions of worry, He Xi grinned and said, "How could I dare to compare myself to my dad? He has a secretary, while I am just a lone commander. Right, Dad?" She then explained, "I was rear-ended when I exited the highway, which caused a bit of a delay." Noticing her family staring at her, she quickly added, "I'm fine; it's just that a piece of paint was scraped off the car. I thought since it was borrowed from Secretary Xu, I would take a detour to get it repaired."
Seeing He Xiyue's eager demeanor, He Yayan couldn't help but remind him: "Brother, we are going to pick up the bride, not to snatch her away. Please behave yourself."
He Xi's "howl" instantly unsettled Mu Ke's uncle, He Yicheng. He never expected that the He family would have such a lively character. Although he had found the little girl a bit quirky during their previous meeting, she was also gentle and quiet. The stark contrast at this moment led him to mistakenly believe he was experiencing a hallucination, and He Yicheng had already begun to rub his temples.
With a triumphant shake of the red envelope in hand, He Xi playfully bowed to He Yi Cheng and said, "Thank you, future brother-in-law"
Uncertain whether it was the adjustment to his tone or being taken aback, He Xi stood in a daze without speaking
Before the ceremony, He Hongxun mentioned that there were still some guests who had not arrived and asked He Xi to go to the entrance to welcome them. He Xi, busy attending to the guests, hurriedly asked without inquiring who it was, only to hear He Hongxun say to run towards the banquet hall for anyone in military uniform. However, in his haste, he collided with someone at the staircase.
Gazing into his tranquil eyes, as calm as a still pond, He Xi said distantly and coldly: "I have long admired your esteemed name"
No https : / / m.hetushucomcom In order to prevent her family from noticing anything amiss, He Xi deliberately pouted and looked at her father with a pleading expression: "How could I be a source of worry? I am the innocent one; even driving in a proper manner can lead to an accident."
The consequences of this incident could be light or severe. If it had been a real fight or if a man had been involved, Xia Zhiyu's hand might have been broken. Fortunately, He Xi did not intend to harm her, only applying a slight force as a form of punishment. However, someone as proud as Xia Zhiyu did not appreciate her mercy. After withdrawing her hand, she attacked without hesitation, pressing forward step by step, each move fierce.
Seeing this, He Hongxun furrowed his brows slightly and then looked at Xia Zhiyu, asking with confusion: "What’s wrong, Zhiyu? Is there a misunderstanding with my younger sister? What about Ye Yi? Has he not come?"
The unique warmth of home made He Xi feel a sense of comfort. Before falling asleep, she silently reminded herself that the past was in the past and not to dwell on it
Nevertheless, He Xi politely asked, "Are you hurt? Do you need..." However, upon looking up and recognizing the visitor, his concerned expression instantly turned to indifference
He Yayan listened with great amusement and turned to He Hongxun, saying: "Brother, my opinion is to not let her go out and directly throw her into the confinement room."
"You can choose not to go home, but I cannot arrange a marriage for you?" He Zhengsong lightly reproached, "Look at the time, I'm busier than your father, the minister."
He Zhengsong, who was focused on the chessboard, let out a hum of agreement at the right moment, without even lifting his eyelids, and said to Changsun He Hongxun: "See if your team has someone suitable to manage her; she is becoming increasingly out of line"
The next day marks the joyous occasion of the wedding of He Hongxun, the eldest grandson of the He family, and Mu Ke, which falls on the seventh day of the seventh month in the lunar calendar
One cannot blame He Yanxiu, who bears the rank of Major General, for repairing her, as neither her grandfather nor her father offers assistance. After all, the He family’s profession is so tedious that it is exasperating. Naturally, they would not allow her to criticize the military, as that would be tantamount to disparaging a house full of men
At 8 PM, when He Xi returned to the military compound, the He family, who were celebrating a joyous occasion, had just seen off a group of guests. In the living room, He Hang was playing chess with He Zhengsong, while He Yan was busily engaged in the kitchen.
It was not the expected pain, but rather surrounded by a strong masculine presence, He Xi momentarily lost her senses and instinctively tilted her head.
After a period of time, He Xi received an order from her superiors to be transferred to the SWAT team to assist in solving a major case. During the operation, she sustained a leg injury and gained the recognition and appreciation of her cousin-in-law Mu Ke's brother, the newly appointed deputy director of the municipal bureau, Mu Yan. He felt that her work in the political office, which was responsible for retired elderly cadres, was indeed a waste of her talents and intended to transfer her to the criminal police team