He Teng knew that Chen Zheng’s words were just to comfort He Zhilan. If he really developed any after-effects and couldn’t stay in the army, all Chen Zheng could do was to arrange a civilian job for him within the military. However, with his low level of education, there were hardly any civilian positions that he could do there. He wouldn’t be happy just being a burdensome decoration in the army.
"I’m not highly educated, and I don’t have any skills. What the army has taught me may not necessarily help me make money in society. So, if I leave the military, I’m most likely to go back home." He Teng paused, then asked, "What about you?"
What he wanted to know was, if the worst became reality, how would He Zhilan face their marriage?
She is a top student at Capital University, with excellent grades, good looks, and youth on her side. If he returned home after being discharged from the army, he would likely remain a country bumpkin for life, older than her by so much. This was the gap between the two of them.
If he left the army, he would lose his direction in life.
"What about me?" He Zhilan knew what He Teng was worried about. She looked into He Teng’s eyes and smiled, with not a hint of worry in her expression. "It might not be a bad thing for you to go back home. Dongxue and I are both studying out of town, and it would be nice to have someone at home to keep our father company. Knowing that there’s someone splitting the farm chores with dad would put Dongxue and me at ease. Most importantly, we would no longer need to worry about how hard life is for you in the army. Once I graduate and find a stable job, I can help Continue reading more chapters on NovelHub for the best experience. If dad alone can Continue reading more chapters on NovelHub for the best experience. She does not reject such a life, even if she knows that such a situation will likely not happen.
Her laugh left He Teng somewhat captivated, and it made his worries seem a bit unnecessary.
He Teng’s only concern was that if it came to that point, his marriage to He Zhilan would end, and the peace within the He family would also terminate due to their relationship. He feared that once that day came, He Zhilan would revert back to her old self and accuse him of having wasted her life.
"Brother, do you believe in my predictions? I bet with you that you are going to recover nicely. You can surely have a promising future," He Zhilan stated confidently.
Perhaps it was He Zhilan’s determination, or her captivating smile, but He Teng couldn’t help but soften his expression and quietly agreed, "I believe."
This single word, neither light nor heavy, carried a hint of affection.
He Teng had never before found himself concerned about anything beyond the army as much as he was now. This marriage, albeit still somewhat uncomfortable for him, had undoubtedly changed his life.
However, He Teng had to admit that he greatly enjoyed this change.
This word of trust instantly brightened his face. She lay her head down on the bed, placing it onto his calm hand, and then began to laugh softly like a pampered kitten.
In reality, He Zhilan was not brave enough; otherwise, she would have mentioned to He Teng that economic income determines status within the family. In the future, she would work and earn money outside. He Teng would stay at home, take care of the household chores and the kids.