Chapter 686: Chapter 685: Just an Example_1 Chapter 686: Chapter 685: Just an Example_1 “Of course I’m going back!”
Actually, it’s not that he has more free time now. What has happened is that, as a division commander, he has more power now and, therefore, more things he can control.
Like time, for example!
His reason for coming back this time was to pull some strings with Wei Qin, harboring the hopes of taking over the entire Second Army. Now that his backdoor strategies are working out perfectly, he thought it would be nice to check in on his little wife and lend support to his brother-in-law. Plus, the military base isn’t far from the city.
The large Northern Military District does occupy a vast expanse, and while it isn’t exactly situated along the border, the Second Army is still part of the core corps.
There’s a lot of movement and many military activities taking place.
Nan Fei didn’t ask further. She knew better than to expect this man to play by the rules, so she avoided asking more questions to escape the frustration his answers might bring.
“Honey, get me a glass of water.”
So, Nan Fei obediently went to fetch water for this man. She fetched the water, only to have him complain about the way the glass looked.
Nan Fei felt like smashing the glass.
Huo Beijiang’s family may live in a large compound, but he scarcely stays there, spending most of his time with the troops. Now that he’s preparing to return there, he gave Nan Fei the phone number of Huo Ke Wei just before leaving. His younger brother, who usually has lots of free time, can be called upon whenever she needs anything.
Not just that, but he shamelessly requested that Nan Fei call him daily.
When Jin Lifu arrived home, Tang Lan was painting. She is an art lover, and her greatest pastime is attending art exhibitions, visiting art shows, or painting at home.
The incident that happened at their doorstep this morning is still causing her unease, so after Tang Qian and Wei An left, she holed herself up in the study to paint and write. Although she doesn’t have much talent, her years of practice have yielded satisfying results.
She also heard that the Imperial Academy of Fine Arts will be enrolling a highly talented new student this year, the painter of ‘Young Maiden’ who got in without sitting for any exams. She has made plans with her friends to attend the opening ceremony of the academy when the time comes.
“Why are you home so early today?” Tang Lan looked surprised at Jin Lifu’s early return. “What’s happened? You don’t look too good.”
“I’m not feeling too well,” Jin Lifu admitted, putting his briefcase on the rack before turning to look at what his wife was painting – a portrait inspired by ‘Young Maiden’. “So, do you painter very much?”
“Yes!” exclaimed Tang Lan. “The talent is truly extraordinary. If only I could meet the person in real life. But soon, at the Academy’s opening ceremony, I’ll have the chance.”
An idea came to Jin Lifu, and he became curious. If it were someone else, would his wife still side with Tang Qian?
“Yesterday, Jiang Nanfei presented you with a custom dress designed by fashion designer J, and you weren’t moved by it. What if it were a painting by the artist who painted ‘Young Maiden’? Would you still stand on the same side as your sister?”
Tang Lan laughed, “Why would you ask such a question? That’s obviously impossible.” After saying this, she thought of the beautiful but ruthless young woman from the morning’s incident. Her heart filled with displeasure.
“How could a dress designer compare to a brilliant painter? Even if Jiang Nanfei has enough money to hire a designer, she could never afford to hire an artist.”
“But what if she did hire the artist who created ‘Young Maiden’? I was just making a comparison. Just think about it!”