novelden Chapter 856 A Selfish and Greedy Country Wife Accompanying the Army (20)
Chapter 856 A Selfish and Greedy Country Wife Accompanying the Army (20)
Cheng Lifeng is off today.
Even though he barely slept last night because of that kiss, he still woke up on time.
He prepared breakfast and kept it warm in a pot. He took out a small tray from the cupboard and casually started taking off his clothes.
Mu Zhou got up early today, which was unusual for him. As soon as he opened the door, he saw him changing his dressing.
She silently stepped forward and took the bandage from his hand.
"Let me do it."
Cheng Lifeng paused, but did not refuse.
At this moment, he unbuttoned his shirt and took it off halfway.
The wound required several stitches and looked rather gruesome.
Mu Zhou carefully applied the medicine to him and then wrapped the bandage.
Cheng Lifeng remained frozen and motionless throughout.
After he was tied up, he was about to put on his clothes when Mu Zhou's fingers suddenly covered his back, stopping him from moving.
There is a long scar near the shoulder.
Soft fingertips gently traced the surface, and Mu Zhou's voice softened:
"How was this done?"
Cheng Lifeng trembled almost imperceptibly, and he swallowed hard.
"...The injury was sustained during close combat, many years ago."
Mu Zhou felt a pang of heartache:
"The scar is still so obvious after all these years; it must have been very serious back then."
A surge of heat welled up in Cheng Lifeng's chest, and he breathed softly:
"It's alright, don't worry."
Mu Zhou's gaze remained fixed on him.
His clothes were half undone, revealing exceptionally strong muscles. Just looking at him, the raw power emanating from him was awe-inspiring.
I feel like it would be very uncomfortable if he hugged me.
Mu Zhou's gaze lingered for a moment, and when she realized what she was thinking, her ears burned as she withdrew her hand.
When Cheng Lifeng looked up, he saw her bright red earlobes.
His heart skipped a few beats, and he suddenly grabbed her wrist.
With a little effort, Mu Zhou spun halfway around and sat directly on his lap.
The moment she bumped into his arms, Mu Zhou felt a sharp pain in her shoulder.
really……
What I felt next was his hot breath.
An atmosphere of danger was spreading.
She subconsciously looked up and met his deep, dark eyes.
The hidden scorching heat within seemed about to break through the barrier and roar out.
Mu Zhou shifted uncomfortably.
Cheng Lifeng held her wrist with one hand and wrapped his other arm around her waist. The moment she moved, he used some force to hold her still.
Mu Zhou grunted and glared at him reproachfully.
Her dark eyes were large and bright, and when she glanced at him sideways, Cheng Lifeng felt a tightness all over his body.
Just as he was about to speak, a noise suddenly came from outside the gate.
"Hey sis, are you home?"
It's Zhao Lifang's voice.
Mu Zhou was stunned for a moment, then suddenly came to his senses and stood up.
She blushed and gave Cheng Lifeng a push:
"Hurry up and put on your clothes."
After ushering the person into the room, she then went to open the door.
"Sister Fang, I'm here."
Zhao Lifang wanted to go to the department store in the city to buy some things, and asked her if she wanted to go.
Mu Zhou naturally wanted to go.
Just as Zhao Lifang was about to speak, she saw Cheng Lifeng walk out of the house, and she was taken aback:
"Battalion Commander Cheng is home too."
Mu Zhou glanced back at Cheng Lifeng, who was already dressed, and felt a little nervous for some reason.
Perhaps it was because his gaze had been too blatant that she felt uneasy.
She looked away:
"Yes, he's off today."
Zhao Lifang, oblivious to the exchange of glances between the two, said:
"Okay, I'll go back and get my bag, and I'll come find you later."
After saying that, he left in a hurry.
Mu Zhou also went back into the house to get the money.
She was eager to change the subject, so she said:
"Let's treat everyone to a meal."
I had invited everyone to my house for dinner before, but I hadn't been able to find a time.
The weather is warm now, which is perfect.
She arranged:
"I'll buy some snacks and candies, and you go to the surrounding villages to buy some vegetables, peanuts, and..."
As she was thinking, Cheng Lifeng spoke up:
"Just buy whatever you like, I'll take care of the rest."
Although there are shuttle buses to the city, she can't carry too much stuff by herself.
Mu Zhou nodded:
"Okay, then let's set it for the second of next month. You can inform them and see who they want to invite."
The two divided the tasks and set off separately.
*
Cheng Lifeng came back a little earlier today.
He first went to his neighbor, Sister Zhang's house, to borrow a table and a few chairs before going home to prepare a meal.
Zhao Lifang knew that she was treating everyone today, and since she thought that she wasn't very good at cooking, she came over to help her.
When they arrived, they found Mu Zhou and Cheng Lifeng in the kitchen.
She couldn't help but joke:
"Looks like we're in for a treat tonight."
Mu Zhou then noticed her.
Cheng Lifeng chopped open a large bone on the cutting board and said to her:
"Go and talk to Sister Fang. I can handle things here myself."
Mu Zhou obediently put down the vegetables in her hand.
Taking him by surprise, she suddenly tiptoed and kissed his cheek, praising him:
"You are so virtuous."
She finished speaking to him with a smile, then ran to Zhao Lifang's side.
"Sister Fang, you're here."
Zhao Lifang had just put down the basket in her hand and hadn't seen what was happening in the kitchen. When she saw Mu Zhou coming over, she started talking to her.
In the kitchen, Cheng Lifeng tightened his grip on the knife handle, trying to control his racing heart.
His handsome face appeared calm and serene, yet his eyes held a turbulent undercurrent.
His ears turned red as he thought to himself that it wasn't a good habit to constantly talk about family members in front of strangers.
I'll have to remind her next time.
It can only be done when no one is around.
*
That evening, most of the invited people arrived.
To Mu Zhou's surprise, Lin Xuxiang also came.
She came with an elder.
Guests are always welcome, and it's not polite to turn them away even without an invitation.
Lin Xuxiang took the initiative to approach Mu Zhou, extended her hand, and spoke with a faint smile:
"Hello, Comrade Mu Zhou. I didn't get to know you properly last time because of the rush."
Mu Zhou smiled and shook hands with her:
"Then let's get to know each other properly today."
As everyone sat down, Cheng Lifeng brought out the last dish from the kitchen.
Looking at the apron he was wearing, Commander Su couldn't help but tease him:
"I never knew that our Battalion Commander Cheng could cook."
Someone else laughed along:
"As expected, life is getting better and better now that he's married."
Liang Nantian also said:
"I'm even a little envious."
A woman immediately chimed in:
"If you're envious, then go find someone yourself. What's the use of just saying it? You always say you're busy as soon as I introduce you to someone."
The group chatted and laughed, creating a pleasant atmosphere.
Only Lin Xuxiang's expression was somewhat cold.
She felt instinctively dissatisfied when she saw Cheng Lifeng wearing an apron.
Cheng Lifeng is a man destined for great things, so why does he have to do things like cooking?
Is this how Mu Zhou takes care of him?
In her opinion, Mu Zhou was uneducated and knew nothing, and could not help Cheng Lifeng in his career. She would definitely take good care of him in private after getting this good marriage.
To her utter surprise, Cheng Lifeng was managing everything both inside and outside the home by himself.
This Mu Zhou really knows how to sweet-talk people.
Her cousin once said that she also coaxed her parents at home and never did farm work herself.
Cheng Lifeng was unaware of what Lin Xuxiang was thinking; he simply kept adding food to Mu Zhou's plate.
Seeing how considerate he was, Lin Xuxiang felt even worse.
She thought that Cheng Lifeng must have been deceived.
She wanted to tell him the truth.