Li Ying wore a white shirt, smoky flared pants below, and a wool coat on the outside, looking stylish and attractive. She knew Beisitian was on duty today, and Luo Xudong went home alone, so she waited on his usual path. Soon she saw Luo Xudong’s tall figure approaching and immediately broke into a smile. "Brother Xudong~" Li Ying jumped down from the curb to stand before Luo Xudong. Seeing her, Luo Xudong instantly furrowed his brows. "Haha, you’ll remember me now, right?" Li Ying showed a bit of pride. Luo Xudong shifted his gaze from her and continued walking. However, as if she hadn’t noticed Luo Xudong’s indifference, Li Ying picked up her pace, circling him. "Brother Xudong, I’m going to start the selection contest in a few days. You will come to watch my performance, right?" Luo Xudong’s brow creased deeper. "Come on, come on~ Brother Xudong, if you come, my status will soar. Just think of it as relaxing after intense training, alright~" Li Ying tilted her head, trailing beside Luo Xudong, thinking his indifferent look made him seem handsome. "Brother Xudong, you’re so handsome, I’m getting jealous of my sister-in-law!" Li Ying gazed at him, her expression bright. Seeing that Luo Xudong was ignoring her, Li Ying didn’t get discouraged; being able to talk to him at such close quarters was already rare, she thought, as her eyes swept behind him, spotting a silhouette. "Brother Xudong, performances need audience interest. Just consider it a favor for me, look at me as your sister-in-law’s sake, help me with my popularity. Isn’t it embarrassing if no one comes? Alright, alright~" Li Ying spoke, reaching to hug Luo Xudong’s arm. Luo Xudong halted, sidestepped her arms, his brow raised in irritation, noticing Beisitian approaching from behind. Li Ying did not expect him to dodge, her expression falters but quickly returns to normal, looking at Beisitian smilingly, "Sister-in-law is back, I was just talking with Brother Xudong, why don’t both of you come to my performance?" Beisitian walked over at a slow pace. "I’m afraid sister-in-law disagrees; I can only ask Brother Xudong. If Brother Xudong agrees, sister-in-law surely will too, right?" Li Ying said, smiling. Beisitian remained silent, as Luo Xudong reached out to her, took her hand, leading her a few steps before stopping, turning to Li Ying, "Should I speak to Liu Jun Commander to get you a new place?" Li Ying’s face turned pale. Liu Yiming is the commander of the Thirty-sixth Group, Yuan Guiling is the deputy commander but oversees the arts troupe, but they are superiors and subordinates. If Liu Yiming pressures, no matter how much Yuan Guiling likes her, it would surely create difficulties! Li Ying’s face was full of grievance, "What’s wrong~ I just wanted you and sister-in-law to come support me, did I do anything wrong?" Her voice was full of grievance, usually making men soften. But Luo Xudong wasn’t an ordinary man; in Li Ying’s eyes, he’s hard-hearted enough. Luo Xudong’s gaze was sharp as though he could see into her heart, coldly saying, "Better turn back before you make any mistakes, retract those little thoughts, don’t approach my wife or me again!" Luo Xudong’s cold words hit Li Ying’s heart, making it ache; she wondered how Luo Xudong could perceive her mind, aren’t men supposed to be clueless? She thought befriending Beisitian would let her quietly approach Luo Xudong! Li Ying’s pretty face turned pale; she initially thought her ’little flirtation’ with Luo Xudong would cause conflict between them, creating an opening for her strategy. However, before Beisitian could react, Luo Xudong straightforwardly and coldly made such remarks, destroying all her schemes! After all, Luo Xudong was the elite of the Ninth Department; observing words and seeing into hearts were basic skills. Li Ying, being young, could deceive ordinary people, but never him. He knew she was untrustworthy from the start, and Beisitian clearly never trusted her, so he had no reason to warn. Luo Xudong led Beisitian away, leaving Li Ying standing there, her smile long gone, replaced by a gloomy expression with a glint of fierceness. Since Luo Xudong returned, she had targeted him, but he went home and married, leaving no time for her! How could she be content? Beisitian had always been lukewarm to her, and Luo Xudong had detected her thoughts, giving Li Ying her first taste of defeat. If she couldn’t conquer the man, she would overpower his wife, Beisitian, showing him what kind of woman deserves to stand beside him, demonstrating just how outstanding she is! Li Ying’s face fluctuated, secretly vowing to make Luo Xudong regret it! Back home, Beisitian prepared dinner first; as they ate, they chatted idly. ᴛhis chapter is ᴜpdated by 𝗇𝗈𝗏𝖾𝗅✦𝖿𝗂𝗋𝖾✦𝗇𝖾𝗍 "I see you’ve noticed long ago." Beisitian placed a green bean into Luo Xudong’s bowl. "Her mind’s not right." Luo Xudong relished Beisitian’s sweetness. Beisitian smiled; she appreciated Luo Xudong’s straightforwardness. She’d seen many men hesitate to refuse, reluctance to offend, causing repeated conflicts, ultimately leading to marital ruin. Luo Xudong spoke without room for negotiation, avoiding giving anyone room for fantasy. Cold-blooded outwardly, he was exceedingly considerate to her. Thinking of this, Beisitian watched Luo Xudong, her smile serene. "You look so lovely when you smile." Luo Xudong said, staring unblinkingly at Beisitian. His earnestness made Beisitian’s face blush, serving him another dish, "Eat your food." After dinner, the couple strolled downstairs, then returned to their dorm, doing unspeakable things. Since then, Li Ying didn’t come to the sanitarium; the third clinic resumed its former quiet, peaceful work environment. "Doctor Sun has been in Capital City for two weeks, why isn’t he back?" Yu Shufang asked Shen Junping. "There’s a veteran military advisor in Capital City unconscious, gathering consultations with no apparent solutions," Shen Junping replied. Doctor Sun usually updated Shen Junping with any incidents, but this was the first such prolonged absence, necessitating a message. "Which veteran military advisor?" Yu Shufang asked. There weren’t many in office considered veteran military advisors; someone warranting nationwide consultations must be significant. "It’s Wu Yuekai, Military Advisor Wu." The cup in Beisitian’s hand just clattered onto the floor by the door.