Reborn as a Tough Army Wife

Qiu Xiu also knew that having so many people in the county was troublesome, not to mention that eating and drinking required money, there was even no place to sleep at night.

Moreover, after Luo Dahu woke up, he urged them to go back soon, saying that only Cheng Fei needed to stay, as preparations for the New Year at home were also necessary.

Thus, Fang Pingying and Qiu Xiu discussed and decided to leave Luo Zhiyong and Cheng Fei here to take care, and Fang Pingying and the others went back first.

Luo Zhiyong, thinking that he definitely wouldn't be able to go back these few days, pulled Fang Pingying aside and instructed, "You have to be careful at home, don't go out if it's not necessary, and don't argue with my mom or Cui Lan. Wait for me to come back if there's anything."

"I know, I won't argue," Fang Pingying responded to him, but did not forget to instruct him, "Remember to ask the doctor tomorrow, to see if my second uncle can be discharged on New Year's Day; if not, don't force it, just stay with him in the hospital."

Luo Zhiyong, seeing Luo Dahu wake up and apart from being a bit weak, seemed to have no other major issues, said, "There are still a few days until the New Year, I think I should be able to return home before it."

Fang Pingying nodded, told him to take good care of Luo Dahu, and left with Qiu Xiu and the others.

Lying in the hospital bed, Luo Dahu had just woken up and was told by Qiu Xiu about his illness, the hospital stay and the money spent. Watching Fang Pingying's retreating figure, he silently nodded and said to Luo Zhiyong, "Zhiyong, you really married a good wife. Indoors and outdoors, it's always her bustling about, no matter the family chaos, she has never been unfaithful, living quietly with you."

Speaking of his wife, the usually reserved Luo Zhiyong this time was also generous in his praise.

He nodded, smiling, "Exactly, with my family's daily chaos, my mom, Cui Lan, and Fang Xiu, it's never peaceful unless they make a scene every day. Any other wife would have been overwhelmed long ago."

"I heard that your wife was also busy in the provincial city, running her own business to make money," Luo Dahu said with a smile to Luo Zhiyong, "This money for my treatment, I'm afraid she earned it herself through her business, your army job's salary alone couldn't save up so much."

"That's right, my salary is so little each month, and I still have to send some back home, in the provincial city it barely covers our basic needs, not enough to save money." Now, Luo Zhiyong didn't mind as before that his wife could earn money, instead, he felt quite proud.

For example, this time, if not for his wife, he doesn't know what might have happened to his uncle.

So, he feels that any time, those pretenses or facades are useless, one must do practical things.

Now, regarding the fact that Fang Pingying earns more than him, he accepts it openly and honestly.

"You are really fortunate, my boy. When you married Pingying, everyone in the family was skeptical, calling her fierce and uneducated, but it turns out she is so capable," Luo Dahu felt extremely satisfied with his nephew's breadth of mind; it seems whether a wife is good or not changes a man's whole way of life.

Thinking of this, he frowned and glanced at Luo Chengfei sitting on the opposite bed, "Unlike our Cheng Fei's wife, who doesn't do proper work all day and just likes to pick fights, treating the elderly without a trace of respect."

"Dad, Yu Fen she…" Ultimately, it was his own wife, and Luo Cheng Fei tried to say a few words in defense.

But was directly interrupted by Luo Dahu, "When I was sick, neither you nor your sister were home, only your mom and Pingying were taking care of me beside the bed, and your wife didn't even enter the room, she was in the courtyard talking about medical expenses. Though I was unconscious, I still knew some things."

Luo Chengfei naturally knew the nature of his wife, and he dared not contradict his father, so he lowered his head to admit his mistake, "I'm sorry, Dad, Yu Fen does not quite understand these matters."

Luo Dahu, always tough in his life, didn't expect his son to be so timid. Pointing at Luo Chengfei, he scolded, "It's because you're useless, always being bossed around by your wife..."

Seeing that he was truly angry, Luo Zhiyong quickly intervened, "Alright, uncle, let's not talk about these upsetting things. You should focus on getting better first, and then we can discuss these matters."

After leaving the hospital, Fang Pingying and Qiu Xiu had to walk a distance to the bus station to take a bus home.

Along the way, Qiu Xiu expressed her gratitude about Fang Pingying paying for the medical expenses.

Fang Pingying smiled and stopped her, jokingly saying, "Auntie, don't talk like this when we get back. My mom and Cui Lan think I only make tens of dollars a month in the provincial city, so they haven't asked me for money. If they hear what you said, and think I can easily shell out several hundred yuan, they'll probably come to me for every expense at home."

Qiu Xiu naturally understood the implication in Fang Pingying's words and knowing their family situation, she immediately smiled and said, "Okay, I understand, auntie. I won't mention it when we get back. If your mom and they ask about the medical expenses, I'll just say I borrowed it from my mother's family. Don't say you paid for it. It's just Sister Hong Lan…"

Luo Honglan understood Qiu Xiu's hint and quickly smiled back, "Don't worry, auntie, I know all about my sister-in-law's affairs, I would never tell my mom and sister about it."

Qiu Xiu smiled and patted Luo Honglan's head, sighing, "Ah, born from the same parents, why are the eldest and youngest so different."

Luo Honglan smiled and did not respond.

As they walked and talked, Fang Pingying felt Qiu Xiu could be trusted, so she didn't hide the matter about owning a shop in the city and briefed her. The main point was to reassure her about not rushing to repay the money, letting her know she wasn't in urgent need of it.

Qiu Xiu had heard about it from Yun Mei, so she wasn't surprised.

However, Yu'er giggled after hearing Fang Pingying's words, then came up and grabbed Fang Pingying's arm, saying, "Sister-in-law, I have a favor to ask."

Fang Pingying nodded, gesturing her to continue.

Yu'er said with a smile, "Next year, I want to work at your shop with Sister Hong Lan, okay?" The most up‑to‑date version is on M4VLEMP4YR.

Fang Pingying, somewhat surprised, asked, "Aren't you still in school, why do you want to work?"

"I'm not doing well in my studies; I've wanted to quit school for a while," Yu'er pouted, glancing at Qiu Xiu, "It's my parents who say I'm too young, forcing me to study."

Qiu Xiu also looked at her reproachfully, then explained to Fang Pingying, "Indeed, this girl isn't cut out for studies. She wanted to stop after grade school but your uncle made her attend middle school. After a few years, it's about enough."

Pausing, Qiu Xiu smiled and added to Fang Pingying, "If you could find her a job in the provincial city, that would be great. I'd feel more at ease with her with you. Otherwise, I worry at home. She's mischievous, has a fierce temperament, and constantly argues with her sister-in-law. On one side is her mother and on the other her mother-in-law, I really find it hard to take sides."

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