Lin Shiheng smiled and gently patted his sister-in-law’s brother, who was nervously staring at him, on the back. “Xiaobao, I just asked the Deputy Commander Zhang to take good care of you, and he readily agreed.”
“Don’t worry, he will definitely take good care of you from now on.”
“By the way, the army provides meals and accommodation, so there won’t be any need for money. I’ve already taken your money and am keeping it here with me, along with your allowances. I’ll give them to you when we go back together.”
“If you want to make a call in the future, just come to me, and I’ll help you.”
After saying this, the handsome man smiled gently, his warm hand tightening slightly on He Xiaobao’s head.
The timid and stiff-bodied He Xiaobao said, “I… I guess I’m willing…”
Once Lin Shiheng’s hand left, He Xiaobao, who had been fearfully bracing himself, let out a breath of relief, his heart pounding as he looked at his sister who was chatting amiably with his brother-in-law in the passenger seat, trying to comfort himself.
Although he had lost his money and couldn’t call his mother, at least his brother-in-law was still taking care of him and had greeted Deputy Commander Zhang.
With Deputy Commander Zhang looking after him, life in the army should be a lot easier.
If his brother-in-law could ask for help from someone, their relationship must be quite good, right?
Thinking this way brought him a bit of comfort.
***
Meanwhile, Zhang Yanming and Miao Xing had also gotten into the car. Miao Xing struggled to put down two large bags and noticed that Zhang Yanming, who had been sulking earlier, seemed to be in a good mood surprisingly, prompting her to ask curiously.
“Yanming, why do you look so happy?”
“It’s nothing,” Zhang Yanming replied curtly, not intending to tell Miao Xing about Lin Shiheng’s request.
Hmph, this fool, how did he end up entrusting it to me?
But since he could ask Lin Shiheng for help, then this He Xiaobao must certainly be important to him.
Unable to teach Lin Shiheng a lesson, could he really not discipline such a young kid?
In the army, Zhang Yanming naturally couldn’t be too harsh, but there were plenty of ways to train such a soldier.
He could train openly, and even Lin Shiheng wouldn’t say anything against it.
Thinking of this, Zhang Yanming smugly raised his head slightly.
He couldn’t wait to see Lin Shiheng watching his brother-in-law suffer with concern.
Chapter 11: The Downgraded Army Wife (11)
The car soon arrived at the military family compound. Lin Shiheng rolled down the window so his wife in the back seat could see the surroundings clearly.
After all, this would be their future home. He Xuezhun nervously leaned out to look, just in time to spot a young soldier cheerfully carrying a wooden basin coming towards them. He glanced curiously at the parked car and, upon seeing Lin Shiheng, his smile widened even more. He held the basin with one hand and saluted, saying, “Hello, Commander!”
“Little Zhang, are you on leave today?”
“Yes, Commander. My mother-in-law is here to visit us, so I took leave.”
“Great, hurry up and take care of your mother-in-law.”
“Yes! Goodbye, Commander!”
This was the first time He Xuezhun saw Lin Shiheng displaying such a demeanor. Though he smiled gently, he still emanated the authority of a superior, something that was evident from the young soldier’s nervous expression.
The commotion also caught the attention of others in the courtyard, and they curiously turned to look.
Seeing Lin Shiheng get out of the car to open the door for a woman he didn’t recognize, while he went back to carry luggage, their expressions gradually became one of gossip.
It was training time for the soldiers, so apart from those on leave, the courtyard was filled with military wives and children.
Usually, they all lived in the same big compound, and when they were bored sewing clothes or mending shoes, they often gathered to chat and gossip. The young commander, Lin Shiheng, had recently been the center of their gossip.
Now, the gossip focus had brought home an unfamiliar woman.
As everyone turned their attention to the three of them, Lin Shiheng and the others had already reached the dormitory.
His dormitory was naturally larger, and everything inside had been set up before he left. The bright room had neatly folded blankets on the bed, and books and pens were placed on the table, all of which delighted He Xuezhun.
Lin Shiheng stood next to her with gentle eyes and asked softly, “Do you like it? This will be our home from now on.”
“I like it, I like it so much.”
He Xuezhun turned to her husband with sparkling eyes, her delicate face filled with joy.
He Xiaobao looked just as excited as a bumpkin entering the city. He set down the bag he was carrying and asked, “Brother-in-law, are we going to live here from now on?”
“This child, Xiaobao.”
In front of He Xuezhun, Lin Shiheng’s tone remained gentle: “This is where your sister and I will stay. You’re a new soldier, of course, you need to live in the new recruits’ barracks.”
“Don’t worry, brother-in-law will personally send you over later. Deputy Commander Zhang will be looking after you, so wait outside for a moment. I’ll change my clothes and come over.”
Hearing that Deputy Commander Zhang would be taking care of him, He Xiaobao, who had been reluctant at first, immediately relaxed and carried his luggage outside to wait happily.
He had someone to rely on, so what was there to be afraid of!
Watching He Xiaobao go out, Lin Shiheng changed his clothes while speaking to He Xuezhun, who was unpacking her things. “I usually won’t come back until nighttime, so it might be a little messy here.”
“It’s not messy; it’s quite clean,” He Xuezhun replied with a smile, continuing to tidy up, though she felt slightly disappointed that her husband would hardly be home during the day.