Before Lin Yueh-a could speak, Uncle Luo asked in a weak voice, "Young man, who are you?"
Xia Ruofei quickly stepped forward and said, "Uncle Luo, my name is Ruofei Zhao. I was Captain Luo's comrade in the army when he was still alive. I was also a soldier that Captain Luo once led."
Uncle Luo nodded slightly and said, "Oh … Xiao Xia … Thank you …"
Xia Ruofei quickly said, "Uncle Luo, your body is weak. Don't talk. Lie down and rest for a while! Don't worry, I will definitely cure your illness … "
Uncle Luo smiled bitterly and said, "It can't be cured … This is an old illness of mine! Besides … My son is gone, and so is my wife. What's the point of living? "
Lin Yueh-a was about to cry when she heard that. She said, "Dad! Don't think that way. Mom and Zhicheng are watching from the heavens. They definitely want you to be healthy! "
Captain Luo's sister also said with red eyes, "Dad, what are you talking about? Mom and brother are gone, but don't you still have us? You are the pillar of this family. If anything happens to you, won't this family fall apart? "
Uncle Luo let out a long sigh and closed his eyes slightly. His face was full of misery.
Xia Ruofei went forward and said, "Uncle Luo, sister-in-law is right. Captain Luo is watching from the heavens. He definitely wants you to be well. Uncle Luo, what you need to do now is to have a good rest and take care of your body. Captain Luo can only be at ease if you are healthy and live to a hundred years old! Besides … Nan Nan is still so young. Do you have the heart to let her lose her grandfather, grandmother, and father at the same time? "
Initially, Grandpa Luo had lost all interest in life. His entire being was numb from grief. However, when Xia Ruofei mentioned Nan Nan, his wrinkled face finally moved slightly. After slowly opening his eyes, he let out a long sigh and nodded gently.
Xia Ruofei knew that Uncle Luo had listened to his words. With Nan Nan as a burden, he wouldn't continue to be so depressed that he didn't even have the will to live.
Xia Ruofei had ways to treat his physical illness. However, if the old man couldn't get over the hurdle in his heart, Xia Ruofei couldn't do anything.
Such a huge pain could only be slowly healed with time.
Xia Ruofei gave Lin Yueh-a look, and the two left the east house. Captain Luo's sister was still waiting in the house because she was worried about her father.
In the central room, the invited Taoist priest was chanting sutras. There was also the sound of trumpets being played. Xia Ruofei and Lin Yue-er went to the room in the west.
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Lin Yueh-a sighed and said, "My father-in-law has had asthma for many years. However, he has controlled it well these few years. Basically, he hasn't had an attack. His health is usually better than my mother-in-law's. A few days ago, after that reporter went to my sister-in-law's house, my mother-in-law fainted and never woke up. My father-in-law … he also had an asthma attack. In addition, he kept coughing. We went to the village doctor and he said that there might be a tumor in his lung … "
"Didn't you go to a big hospital for a diagnosis?" Xia Ruofei asked.
Lin Yueh-a shook her head and said, "I've been busy with my mother-in-law's funeral. I didn't have time at all."
Xia Ruofei pondered for a moment and said, "Uncle Luo's illness isn't a big problem. I should be able to treat it. However, it might take some time to recuperate … In addition, he must maintain a good mood. Otherwise, it will be very difficult to treat him."
Lin Yueh-a said, "Ruofei, thank you in advance! However, with the current situation at home, how can my father-in-law be in a good mood? "
Xia Ruofei didn't directly answer her question. Instead, he asked, "Sister, before I returned home from the army, the captain told me that the local government would arrange a suitable job for you in your family's situation. Has this matter been settled?"
Lin Yueh-a lowered her head and said, "Ruofei, there was an arrangement, but I didn't accept it … Listen to me first. Xiao Guo also advised me about this matter, but … I had an agreement with Old Luo. He told me that his job was very dangerous. If he were to die one day, he hoped that I wouldn't be sad. Also, he said that he would try his best not to cause trouble for the organization and make requests …"
Xia Ruofei couldn't help but be stunned when he heard this. He didn't expect that the old Captain Luo would actually give such instructions. What kind of state of mind was this!
In this world, there were really some people who were perfect in spirit, such as the old Captain Luo. On this point, Xia Ruofei couldn't help but feel a little ashamed.
However, Lin Yueh-a didn't accept the job arranged by the organization, which was also in line with Xia Ruofei's wishes. After all, the jobs arranged by the local government were at most idle positions in public institutions, and the salary wasn't too high. It was already good enough to be able to maintain a living.
Xia Ruofei thought for a moment and said, "Sister, since you don't have a fixed job now, I have a suggestion …"
"Go ahead." Lin Yueh-a looked up at Xia Ruofei and said.
Although Lin Yueh-a didn't understand the details of the mission, she knew that Xia Ruofei had personally killed the person who killed Captain Luo, so Xia Ruofei's words still carried a lot of weight in her heart.
Xia Ruofei said sincerely, "Sister, you may have heard that after I retired, I opened a company in Sanshan City in the Southeast Province. After a year of development, the scale is already very big. Since you don't have a fixed job here, I would like to … invite you to work in my company. How about it?"
Lin Yueh-a was stunned for a moment and then said, "Ruofei, I appreciate your kindness, but …"
"Sister, don't be in a hurry to reject me. Let me finish." Xia Ruofei said, "Sister, even if you don't think for yourself, you should think for your child, right? Do you have the heart to let Nannan suffer with you? Besides, Captain Luo only told you not to cause trouble for the organization, but I don't represent the organization. I'm just a private boss now. Besides, I'm not using money to support you. I'm just providing you with a job. Isn't it right and proper for you to exchange your labor for remuneration? "
Lin Yueh-a's mouth moved, but she didn't say anything.
She knew that Xia Ruofei's words were reasonable, and it was impossible for her not to be moved at all. After all, Xia Ruofei mentioned Nannan again. However, she still felt that there was a barrier in her heart. Although Xia Ruofei emphasized that this wasn't charity or support, and was just giving her a job to support herself, she knew that the nature of the job was similar. The job that Xia Ruofei gave her definitely wouldn't be tiring at all, and it would also give her a very high salary.
In Lin Yueh-a's opinion, this wasn't much different from giving her money directly.
Seeing this, Xia Ruofei continued to persuade her, "Sister, I can guarantee that I won't give you a single cent more salary. You'll be treated exactly the same as the other employees. Besides … you have to consider Uncle Luo's situation! "
"My father-in-law?" Lin Yueh-a asked with some confusion.
She then remembered that the two of them seemed to have been talking about her father-in-law. Xia Ruofei had suddenly changed the topic. Now that Xia Ruofei mentioned her father-in-law again, it naturally succeeded in attracting her attention.
Xia Ruofei nodded and said, "First of all, Uncle Luo's physical condition isn't very good. Although I'm confident that I can cure him, the process may be relatively long. It's not realistic for me to stay here for a long time to treat Uncle Luo's illness. After all, the company can't do without me. Therefore, it's best for you to take Uncle Luo to the three mountains. Besides … "
Speaking of this, Xia Ruofei paused for a moment, looked at Lin Yueh-a's expression, and then continued, "You also saw that Uncle Luo's mental condition isn't very good. If he continues to stay in his hometown, it's inevitable that he'll be reminded of the past. Under depression, it's even more impossible for his body to recover. My company in the three mountains is in my own farm. Needless to say, the environment is definitely very good. Moreover, our company's entire security team is composed of retired soldiers. When Uncle Luo goes there, he should have a lot in common with them. "
Xia Ruofei already understood that Captain Luo's father had also been a soldier in the sixties and seventies. He had always had a deep affection for the army. Captain Luo was also influenced by his father to join the army and eventually grow up to be a soldier king.
The more Lin Yueh-a listened, the more tempted she was. Her heart was constantly swaying left and right in constant hesitation.
Seeing this, Xia Ruofei added fuel to the fire, "Sister-in-law, there's also the problem of Nannan. Nannan should be in the first grade soon, right? The educational conditions here are not very good. I still have some connections in the three mountains. After Nannan goes there, I promise to arrange for the best primary school in the city for her to grow up in! "
Lin Yueh-a smiled bitterly and said, "Ruofei, I really can't make a decision at the moment. Moreover, this is not a small matter. I have to listen to my father-in-law and sister-in-law's opinions …"
"I understand!" Xia Ruofei nodded and said, "Sister-in-law, I hope you will carefully consider my proposal!"
"I will!" Lin Yueh-a nodded heavily and then said sincerely, "Ruofei, thank you very much. You made a special trip for our matter."
"Sister-in-law, Captain Luo is my old squad leader and big brother. The soldiers of the Lone Wolf are like brothers. You must not treat me as an outsider." Xia Ruofei said, "Sister-in-law, I will stay with you tonight. Tomorrow, I will treat Uncle Luo again. His condition should be stable for the time being."
"Okay, thank you for your hard work, Ruofei …" Lin Yueh-a said. Then she thought for a while and continued, "Then you will stay in this room tonight. It's just that the house is in a mess now. You may not be able to rest well …"
Captain Luo's mother would be buried tomorrow. According to the customs here, they would have to stay up all night. After a while, the Taoist priest would chant scriptures and the musician would play the suona. The family would also have some ceremonies to pay respects. This was called a "funeral".
Xia Ruofei said, "Sister-in-law, this won't do! You have a total of two rooms here. If I sleep here, you won't have a place to rest. You can just lay out a mattress for me in Uncle Luo's room. If Uncle Luo is not feeling well at night, I can take care of him. "
Lin Yueh-a said, "No, no, my sister-in-law and I definitely won't be able to sleep tonight. The funeral here has to stay up all night. There are many ceremonies that we need to participate in. You can rest in this room. If anything happens to my father-in-law, you can just walk a few steps. It won't delay you! "
Xia Ruofei thought for a while and said, "Okay then! Sister-in-law, call me if anything happens! "
"Okay!" Lin Yueh-a smiled and nodded. "By the way, you probably haven't had dinner yet, right? I'll get something for you to eat! "
"Sister-in-law, dinner is not urgent!" Xia Ruofei said seriously, "I want to ask about the reporter's situation …"
Lin Yueh-a's face changed slightly and said, "Ruofei, don't worry about the reporter. He is from the province and has a strong background! Don't get into trouble! "
"Sister-in-law …"
"Ruofei, don't say anymore. Let's not talk about this anymore!" Lin Yueh-a said decisively, "Listen to me. Don't worry about this!"
Xia Ruofei shrugged and said, "Okay!"
Of course, he couldn't ignore it. Lin Yueh-a didn't want to say, but he had ways to find out the situation. After all, many people saw it that day. However, in order not to let Lin Yueh-a worry, Xia Ruofei also made a compromise.
Lin Yueh-a nodded and said, "Ruofei, you rest here for a while. Sister-in-law will get you something to eat!"
"Okay, thank you, sister-in-law!"
Lin Yueh-a went to the kitchen outside to cook a bowl of noodles for Xia Ruofei. She also added a few large pieces of pig trotters and duck meat. These ingredients were ready-made for the funeral at home.
While Xia Ruofei was eating the noodles, Lin Yueh-a took out a clean bedding from the cabinet and changed it. Then, she said to Xia Ruofei, "Ruofei, after you finish eating, close the door and go to sleep! Otherwise, it will be too noisy … "
Xia Ruofei said while wolfing down the food, "I know. Sister-in-law, don't worry about me. Go do your work!"
Lin Yueh-a did have a lot of things to do, and Xia Ruofei wasn't an outsider, so she nodded and closed the door.
After Xia Ruofei finished eating the noodles, he took the empty bowl out and went to the kitchen to wash the bowl. Then, he went back to the central room to burn three sticks of incense for the old lady. Then, he went back to the west room.
Xia Ruofei didn't sleep very well that night. He was basically in a half-asleep state. At around six o 'clock, he was awakened by the sound of firecrackers. He simply didn't want to sleep anymore. He got up and made the bed. Then, he took out his toiletries from his backpack and went out to wash his face.
There was a sink in the yard. Usually, he washed his clothes and washed his face there.
Xia Ruofei went over to turn on the tap and washed his face with two handfuls of cold water. He suddenly felt much more awake.
Just as Xia Ruofei finished brushing his teeth and washing his face, he packed up his toiletries and was about to go into the room. Suddenly, there was a burst of noise outside.
"Stop him, don't let him in! This troublemaker actually dares to come here! That's outrageous! "A rough voice shouted.
Then, Xia Ruofei heard Lin Yueh-a's suppressed anger outside the door. "What are you doing here again? I don't welcome you here! Please leave immediately! "
Then, a hoarse voice with a bit of pride said, "We are reporters from the provincial TV station. We have the right to interview, do you understand? Come on, turn on the camera and film it all! Let's see who dares to stop me! When the time comes, I will expose them all on TV! "
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