People from this era were simple, not like those in the twenty-first century who require beauty, wealth, and possessions. This generation was straightforward in their thinking, even the women didn’t consider relying totally on men.
Yang Fengying’s requirements were not excessive and countless soldiers met her criteria.
Han Ping, Sang Hong, Gao Yuzhu and Wu Heng didn’t qualify. But Feng Qingxue thought of Lu Jiang’s Chief of Staff, Shang Kun. He was a year younger than Lu Jiang, steady and insightful. As the assistant of Lu Jiang’s commands for troops and training, collecting operational information, issuing operational commands, and arranging combat tasks etc., he was competent in both pen and sword. Lu Jiang was highly dependent on him.
In terms of appearance, even a handsome man like Pan An would turn into a weather-beaten uncle in the battlefield. And so, Shang Kun, who could be considered as averagely good looking.
The most important point was that Shang Kun had a prominent position in Lu Jiang’s recollections.
As Lu Jiang’s status rose, Shang Kun had always been his Chief of Staff, previously his battle advisor. They had fought side by side since ten years ago, their relationship was just as close as that with Zhao Yong.
Feng Qingxue also considered that Shang Kun had been single ever since his fiancée broke up with him, just like Lu Jiang, they were both bachelors.
If Yang Fengying were to marry Shang Kun, it wouldn’t affect the marriages of others.
After listening to Feng Qingxue’s suggestions, Shang Kun thought of Yang Fengying’s beautiful singing and elegant dance movements on the stage, he took a moment and responded, "Sister-in-law, I agree to this. If comrade Yang Fengying finds me suitable, I am willing to become her revolutionary comrade. We live separately in two different places, my situation won’t influence hers, and vice versa. This avoids conflicts due to infrequent meetings."
His ex-fiancée broke off their engagement because he was away for three years and couldn’t return home. Shang Kun wasn’t angry, he just gave his blessings.
It was destined a good half of his life would be spent in the army.
Both parties agreed and were open-minded. Yang Fengying didn’t care about Shang Kun’s salary and Shang Kun didn’t care about Yang Fengying’s appearance. Feng Qingxue suggested that they should both file a report to their superiors before setting a date to meet officially.
Since the management of the army was strict, following the official procedures was the best option for everyone.
Under the envious eyes of Qiao Desheng, Gao Yuzhu and the others, Shang Kun and Yang Fengying greeted Zheng Xuefeng and Battalion Commander Bai.
Zheng Xuefeng cheered loudly, "Great! This is a good thing! If they decide on each other, it’s one less bachelor in our troops. Our soldiers are upright and honest, no need to investigate, I approve." Shang Kun’s lifelong matter was a huge concern for the troops, and there were countless worries .
Battalion Commander Bai didn’t stop Yang Fengying from getting married either, he found Yang Fengying much smarter and luckier than Bai Xue. Choosing a revolutionary comrade like Shang Kun is much better than marrying the son of a high official or Su Junlin.
For the first time, Feng Qingxue acted as a matchmaker and arranged the meeting place at her own home.
For this, she especially put Xibao’s milk candy on a plate on the kang table and said to Shang Kun and Yang Fengying who were sitting upright, "Have some candy, don’t just sit there. I’m taking Xibao out to play. You two can talk privately."
"Thank you, sister-in-law!" Shang Kun repeatedly said.
But Yang Fengying said, "Comrade Qingxue, let me hold Xibao." How awkward it would be to sit face to face with him? It would be much easier with Xibao.
...Once again a Chapter was censored. Such a tragedy.