Compared to Wang Sanbao, Feng Qingxue naturally had a less thorough understanding of the military situation and was unclear about what the future holds. She did everything as Wang Sanbao instructed, investing all her energy into studying.
Everyone always praised her selflessness, but in reality, it was Wang Sanbao who was truly selfless.
Wang Sanbao dedicated her life to the nation, the army, and her comrades. She was even more generous when it came to teaching the younger generation.
She highly valued Feng Qingxue with her agile thinking, decisive actions, and clear expertise in medicine. Despite being a newbie, her progress was astonishingly fast, unlike most medics who sometimes were berated by her for their lack of adaptability. It wasn’t that they were necessarily dumb, too dumb a person wouldn’t even have the chance to be a medic in the army, they all worked extremely hard, but they just lacked mental flexibility.
With all this busyness, Xibao was inevitably neglected.
The learning atmosphere in the military hospital was too strong, making it feel like a cage for the playful Xibao.
For a day or two, or even half a month, he was able to stay content with just his mother and a variety of toys. Plus, the young medics kept him entertained. But being day after day, he wasn’t happy anymore. He wanted to go out and play with Feng Qingxue, but was held back by Guo Xiuying.
"Xibao, mama is studying. Auntie takes you out to play, okay?"
Xibao unhappily pouted at Feng Qingxue with his big round eyes, "Mama!"
Following his gazes, Guo Xiuying saw Feng Qingxue seriously consulting Wang Sanbao on a recent medical case. Wang Sanbao was particularly patient. Concerned that Qingxue might not wholly grasp what she was teaching, she took her to the ward to see the injured soldiers receiving treatment.
"Mama! Gone! Mama’s gone!" Xibao immediately cried, his face downcast.
The surrounding medics couldn’t help but gather around, chattering at once.
"Poor Xibao! Sister Qingxue is so busy she’s forgotten she’s pregnant and has a child to take care of."
"Definitely, Sister Qingxue knows we’re here to help look after Xibao! Otherwise, she wouldn’t be so confident. Isn’t that right Xibao? Xibao look at me, give me a kiss. I’ll give you candy, I’ve bought some fancy milk candies for you!"
The one speaking was Du Xiaotao. He pulled out a candy from his pocket and waved it in front of Xibao, who immediately brightened.
"Candy!" Xibao reached out for it but couldn’t grab it.
"Xibao, give me a kiss and I’ll give it to you." Du Xiaotao, who had become lively again after becoming a medic post-wedding, brought his face closer.
Xibao gave him a big kiss, one on the left cheek, one on the right, and one on the forehead.
After successfully receiving the candy, Xibao grinned with joy.
Looking at the adorable Xibao, the others immediately became jealous and each begged for a kiss from Xibao in return for some treats. However, the little guy refused them with a wave of his chubby hand, candy still in his mouth, "No, no!"
"Enough, giving him gifts privately is one thing, but don’t let rumors start." Guo Xiuying reminded.
Fen Xiaoyu, a young medic who was just about to give Xibao a piece of jerked meat from his pocket, furrowed his brows and asked, "What do you mean, Sister Guo? Are you saying that people are gossiping about us just because we bought some treats for Xibao?"
"Definitely. If there weren’t people gossiping, Sister Guo wouldn’t say such things!"