PFC Chapter 848 A Selfish and Greedy Country Wife Accompanying the Army (12)
Chapter 848 A Selfish and Greedy Country Wife Accompanying the Army (12)
Mu Zhou, wearing the puff-patterned jacket, looked at himself in the mirror with satisfaction, and the sales clerk also praised him highly.
After walking back to Cheng Lifeng's side, she felt inexplicably shy.
Cheng Lifeng's gaze lingered on her for only a moment before quickly shifting away, seemingly without any reaction:
"Let's go."
After going around in circles, Cheng Lifeng's hands were already full of things.
These were all Mu Zhou's clothes and food.
The thrill of shopping made Mu Zhou forget her worries, and she flitted between the counters like a happy little bee.
She would even approach Cheng Lifeng and whisper to him what this was and what that was.
Cheng Lifeng explained to her with great patience.
Mu Zhou listened, sometimes surprised, sometimes critical and nitpicking.
For a fleeting moment, Cheng Lifeng felt that this was her true self.
Casual, carefree, and a little temperamental, with big, dark eyes that seem to be full of mischief.
He found it fascinating.
Before leaving, they stopped at the clock shop near the entrance.
Currently, only domestically produced watches are available here. Cheng Lifeng looked around and selected a Shanghai watch that cost a little over a hundred yuan.
The white strap and delicate, small dial make it a perfect match for Mu Zhou.
"Keep this with you for now, and I'll ask someone to buy you a Swiss watch later."
This time, Cheng Lifeng learned from his experience and stopped asking questions; instead, he bought directly.
So she won't be embarrassed to ask for it.
Mu Zhou was stunned.
Upon hearing this, the salesperson quickly added that they also had imported goods.
Cheng Lifeng left his contact information.
The two of them left after everything was over.
Mu Zhou looked at the watch on his wrist, his expression somewhat blank.
She suddenly stopped, and Cheng Lifeng noticed, so he stopped as well.
"What's wrong? Are you hungry?"
Mu Zhou opened her mouth, hesitated, and struggled for a long time with the words stuck in her heart, but in the end, she nodded.
"Yeah, I'm hungry."
She lowered her eyes, avoiding Cheng Lifeng's probing gaze.
Mu Zhou wanted to ask if he really wanted to live a peaceful and stable life with her.
She's not stupid; she can tell.
He was secretly preparing betrothal gifts for her, and he also bought her candy and other things she liked.
Has he already accepted her as his wife?
Is it because of her well-behaved behavior during this period?
But, but it was all a disguise on her part.
Do I have to pretend for the rest of my life?
But if I actually tell him, will he kick me out?
Mu Zhou was somewhat agitated.
My mood only improved after I sat down at the state-run store and ate braised pork.
This meat is really delicious, fatty but not greasy, and goes especially well with rice.
Seeing that she had put her worries aside and was focused on eating, Cheng Lifeng finally looked at her seriously.
Recalling her previous unusual behavior, a hint of contemplation appeared in his eyes.
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As soon as I arrived at the compound, I ran into Zhao Lifang.
She saw Mu Zhou's eyes light up, and he pulled her around in a circle.
"Little girls should wear bright colors. Look how pretty this outfit is."
Mu Zhou felt a little embarrassed by her praise.
Zhao Lifang ate the handful of milk candy that Mu Zhou had given her, while holding her wrist:
“Come on, I have two boxes of pearl cream that I brought back from Kyoto. It makes your face moisturized and white. I’ll get you one box.”
"No need, Sister Fang, I have moisturizing lotion..."
“Don’t be so polite with me,” Zhao Lifang interrupted her, then turned to Cheng Lifeng, “Battalion Commander Cheng, I’ll borrow your wife for now, and let her go home later.”
As she spoke, she pulled Mu Zhou away.
Cheng Lifeng naturally wouldn't stop him.
only……
Pearl cream?
This touched upon Cheng Lifeng's blind spot in knowledge.
He kept it in mind.
He hadn't walked far when he heard the soldiers at the gate calling him.
"Battalion Commander Cheng, someone outside is saying they are your sister-in-law's family."
Cheng Lifeng paused, a dark glint flashing in his eyes.
At this moment, Li Yangyang was anxiously waiting outside the gate, carrying a bundle.
She arrived at noon and went through many twists and turns to find the military unit, but they wouldn't let her in, so she has been waiting hungry until now.
Since Mu Zhou hadn't returned yet, she found a sheltered spot to sit.
Then, I heard several women talking about Battalion Commander Cheng's new wife, Mu Zhou.
She pricked up her ears and listened attentively.
When she heard them say that Mu Zhou was just a country bumpkin and not good enough for Battalion Commander Cheng, she felt secretly smug.
As expected, Mu Zhou was a nobody.
But the more she listened, the angrier she became.
That girl who only picked up her clothes was actually spoiled rotten by Battalion Commander Cheng?
They even bought her a television, a sewing machine, a tape recorder, and a bicycle as betrothal gifts.
Hearing their words, Li Yangyang felt her heart bleeding.
This marriage almost belonged to her.
If she were to marry into the family, Battalion Commander Cheng would definitely be even more satisfied.
The bicycle sewing machine will also be hers.
She's much better than that lazy and greedy girl, Mu Zhou.
Li Yangyang had received an education and had a respectable job in a factory in the county town, so she felt superior to Mu Zhou, who had always farmed in the countryside.
She was always the one making fun of Mu Zhou. Why should Mu Zhou be living a better life than her?
The more she thought about it, the angrier she became. Remembering her aunt's words, she became even more determined to stay.
Once Battalion Commander Cheng has met her and understands her, he will realize that she is hundreds of times better than Mu Zhou.
She is determined to take back everything that belongs to her!
Looking at the environment and the stylish clothes of the people, Li Yangyang imagined the future.
From a distance, she saw a man and a woman walking towards her, but didn't think much of it.
The man was tall and imposing, making the woman appear petite and delicate next to him.
She was too far away to see the woman's face clearly, but she could tell that the woman's clothes were strangely beautiful.
It's fluffy but not as bulky as a cotton-padded coat. I don't know what kind of fabric it is. Aren't you afraid of the cold wearing so little in the dead of winter?
These city women really know how to make a fool of themselves.
The next instant, she heard someone call out Mu Zhou's name to the woman.
She was stunned.
That woman was actually Mu Zhou?! Her lazy and gluttonous cousin?
Li Yangyang quickly got up and picked up the things she had brought.
Before he could get there, Mu Zhou was pulled away by another woman, leaving only the man in military uniform.
Without a doubt, this man must be Battalion Commander Cheng.
Li Yangyang was secretly delighted.
Fortunately, Mu Zhou wasn't there, so she could spend time alone with Battalion Commander Cheng.
So she quickly chased after him.
Unfortunately, the police officers at the gate wouldn't let us in.
All she could do was reveal her identity and ask for help in calling out to someone.
Sure enough, the tall figure stopped.
As she watched the man turn and walk towards her, her heart suddenly raced.
The man stopped at a distance that was neither too close nor too far from her.
"Commander Cheng, Battalion Commander Cheng..."
She, who is usually eloquent, stuttered for the first time.
The man had a handsome face with deep, defined features and sharp, cold eyes.
He was the most handsome man she had ever seen, even more handsome than the technicians in the factory.
His crisp military uniform accentuated his broad, sturdy shoulders, and he exuded a powerful aura.
She was so captivated by the man's charm that she didn't notice his dark eyes were dangerously scrutinizing her.