The more Cheng Su spoke, the more Qi Taiguo felt ashamed and guilty. Her thoughts and considerations were so mature and sensible.
But what about him? He was just straightforward, not thinking deeply, only observing superficially. If he felt his elder sister was wronged, he’d stand up for her. If she wanted to go back, he’d bring it up without considering whether it was appropriate or the pros and cons.
People often say that one needs to pick apart and thoroughly contemplate an issue in order to truly understand it. She probably did just that.
While holding her, Qi Taiguo said, "I really don’t think things through as thoroughly as you do."
Cheng Su chuckled lightly, "That’s normal. If a man were to fuss over household trivialities to such an extent, it would be a bit unmanly. Just be meticulous in your work; I’ve got the home front covered."
Qi Taiguo hummed in agreement, but thought to himself that he also needed to change, to be more attentive in life. How could he be meticulous at work if he wasn’t in his daily life? Good habits aren’t formed overnight; they come from consistency over the long term.
Cheng Su was on the verge of sleep when Qi Taiguo spoke up again, "Right, I almost forgot to tell you. In mid-February, I’ll be leading a training mission. We’re going to Yunnan and Guizhou this time."
The army regularly takes soldiers out for training to improve their self-discipline, enthusiasm, and combat skills, regardless of the frequency or the duration.
Cheng Su jolted awake upon hearing this and asked, "How long will you be gone?"
"Can’t say for sure, maybe half a month or a month. The time isn’t fixed; it might be a bit longer."
"It’s just training with the team, not dangerous, right?" Cheng Su’s primary concern was still the issue of safety.
Qi Taiguo laughed, "It’s just training, so it’s not dangerous. Occasionally we’ll also help the locals with a few things."
Cheng Su gave an ’Oh.’
As long as the safety index was high, there wouldn’t be any problems.
Suddenly, she felt that things had been rather quiet lately, no one annoying poking around; thinking about it, hadn’t that beautiful military doctor, Doctor Chiang, been missing for some time?
Cheng Su turned and asked, "Why haven’t I seen Doctor Chiang around? Is she still on leave?"
Caught off guard by her question, Qi Taiguo took a moment to respond, "I’m not sure about that. The affairs of their Health Center aren’t under my control. Who knows if she’s come back or not!"
Cheng Su raised her eyebrows, "A person that significant is usually hovering around, and now she’s gone, and you’re not curious enough to ask?"
Qi Taiguo snorted, "What’s there to ask? Her presence or absence has nothing to do with me. It’d be better if she never came back."
To him, Chiang Qing seemed aloof and haughty, yet she struck him as somewhat crazed. If she didn’t return, it would truly be a relief.
Cheng Su huffed twice and closed her eyes to sleep.
Qi Taiguo’s hand reached over, "Hey, do you want to or not?"
Cheng Su wanted to say no, but his caressing had become more skillful, alternating light and heavy touches that warmed her entire body.
Without waiting for an answer, Qi Taiguo rolled on top of her and leaned in to kiss her. Cheng Su pushed him, "Condom!"
Qi Taiguo stretched out to grab a box of condoms from the drawer, shook it, and said, "This is still from that box before New Year; there are several left. Seems like we need to step up our effort."
"Go," Cheng Su pushed him.
Qi Taiguo approached with a cheeky grin, pulled the blanket aside, and soon the bed started creaking. The man’s low growls and the woman’s soft moans composed a romantic symphony.