Someone by the roadside called out softly, "Is that Mi Xaing 'er?"
Jiang Yumei turned around and spoke first, "Oh my, Tingting, why are you here?"
Upon closer inspection, she was carrying bags of various sizes, a chicken in her left hand, and a duck in her right hand. Celery leaves, cabbage, and a longtail fish could be vaguely seen in the bag on her back.
Jiang Tingting straightened her neck and walked with her feet splayed out. She was wearing a specially selected black dress with a small red belt, high heels, and a gold necklace. She looked like she was going to attend a ball, but she looked especially comical when she was "shopping for equipment" at the market.
She ignored Jiang Yumei and did not even nod her head proudly. She went straight to Mi Xaing 'er. She put on a warm smile on her face, but her eyes were cold. "Mi Xaing' er, you're already here. Why are you going out?"
They're already here?
It seemed like she had received the news a long time ago.
To be honest …
Mi Xaing 'er really did not like her. Although they had only met a few times, Mi Xaing' er always felt that she was hypocritical and had a hidden agenda.
She reluctantly said perfunctorily, "Ah, I'm going to buy something."
"What are you buying?" Jiang Tingting was unusually thoughtful. "Are you buying something for Third Brother? I'll go then …"
Mi Xaing 'er waved her hand. "I'm buying something for myself."
"Oh." Jiang Tingting immediately lost interest. "Go ahead then. You can also familiarize yourself with the door of the military service center."
Mi Xaing 'er nodded and turned to leave.
Jiang Tingting added, "Oh, by the way, Mi Xaing 'er, don't go shopping. I've already prepared the groceries. The moment I heard that you and Third Brother were coming back, I immediately applied for leave from work and came back to cook dinner for you."
Ah …
She came back specially to cook dinner.
Mi Xaing'er muttered in his heart, Who is this for? This person has no friendship with me. It must be for Yun Jingting.
She didn't think too much about it. There was nothing wrong with Jiang Tingting targeting Yun Laohu. After all, the two of them were "related" from their parents.
She said politely, "Look at you. I was going to buy some groceries."
When it comes to grocery shopping
Jiang Tingting straightened her back and said, "I've already bought the ingredients. Third Brother and I grew up together. We have similar temperaments, and we have a good relationship. I know his taste the best. I'll personally cook a few of his favorite dishes when I get back."
As she spoke, she lifted the bag with difficulty.
When Jiang Yumei saw this, she quickly stretched out her hand. "Tingting, you bought so many groceries. Give them to me. I'll help you carry them."
Jiang Tingting immediately took half a step back and frowned in disgust. "Why? I can do it myself."
Jiang Yumei sheepishly withdrew her hand. "I just wanted to help. I think these things are too heavy."
"I don't think they're heavy. Of course I'll carry the groceries myself. There's no need for others to worry about me."
Mi Xaing 'er looked at her expression from the side and thought that she was a little "crazy".
Wasn't it obvious?
It was fine if she didn't accept the housekeeper's offer to help, but why did she have to put on such an arrogant and serious expression? It was as if buying and carrying groceries was an important matter in her life that no one else could interfere with.
Mi Xaing 'er couldn't be bothered with her. She lifted her leg and walked away. At this moment, a Mini Crown drove in their direction. The driver honked twice and slowly stopped the car in front of them.
The car window rolled down and a young girl's face appeared in the driver's seat. "Hey, Tingting, what are you doing here?"
Jiang Tingting slowly walked up to her. "Liu Hongxia, where did you borrow this car from?"
While the two of them were talking, Jiang Yumei quickly lowered her voice and explained to Mi Xaing 'er, "Did you see that? This Liu Hongxia is the daughter of Deputy Commander Liu. She's 23 years old this year and is a singer in the Literary Palace Troupe. She's pretty and talented. She's the flower of our military compound."
Liu Hongxia was obviously very familiar with Jiang Tingting. Looking at the bags of groceries on her shoulders, she almost laughed. "Tingting, look at your petite body. You're as delicate as a white swan, yet you still bought so many groceries. What are you doing?"
She casually pointed at Jiang Yumei. "Why don't you need a housekeeper?"
When she glanced at Mi Xaing 'er, she was immediately stunned. She saw that the other party was dressed plainly and had two big braids. She didn't look fashionable at all, but her eyes were bright and dark. Her face was small and exquisite, and her aura was different from that of ordinary girls. She was confident and calm, and it was difficult to figure out her identity at once.
She couldn't help but ask softly, "Tingting, who is this? Uncle Yun's new housekeeper doesn't look like …"
A new housekeeper?
When Jiang Tingting heard this, she laughed gloatingly. "Hongxia, don't talk nonsense!"
However, she didn't explain, nor did she give Mi Xaing 'er a formal introduction.
When Liu Hongxia saw her expression, she felt that something was amiss. She knew that Jiang Tingting had a strange temper. Since she didn't explain, she wouldn't say anything even if she asked.
She simply turned to Jiang Yumei. They were all from the same military compound, so of course, they knew each other. "Auntie Jiang, who is this?"
Jiang Yumei, of course, answered honestly. She deliberately patted her forehead. "Ah, see, I'm old and muddle-headed. I forgot to introduce her. This is our Head Of Yun's lover. Her surname is Mi!"
"Head Of Yun …" Liu Hongxia's eyes turned, and she immediately understood. "You mean Third Brother Yun's lover is married?"
She immediately looked at Mi Xaing 'er from head to toe and quickly reevaluated her.
Although Liu Hongxia was considered a "little flower" in the military compound, Yun Jingting was a "famous flower" in the compound. Not only was she a good seedling, but she also had many achievements. At this moment, she suddenly heard that Yun Laohu was married. Of course, she looked at Mi Xaing 'er differently.
She hurriedly opened the car door and introduced herself enthusiastically. "My surname is Liu Hongxia!"
Before Mi Xaing 'er could say anything, she eagerly asked, "When did you and Third Brother get married? Why haven't I heard about it?"
Mi Xaing 'er smiled faintly without saying a word. She didn't intend to explain everything to others from the beginning to the end.
When Liu Hongxia saw her neither servile nor overbearing attitude, she was secretly amazed. This new wife of Yun Laohu was clearly dressed like a "village girl", but her mannerisms and actions were like a "rich young lady" who had seen the world.
She seemed to be trying to curry favor with her. "Since you are Third Brother's lover, then I should call you Third Sister-in-law!"
Third Sister-in-law
Jiang Tingting's face was as ugly as a black pot.
However, she couldn't say anything. After all, it was the truth.
She really hated it.
She wished that a huge meteorite would fall from the sky at this moment and completely smash Mi Xaing 'er off the face of the earth. Only then would she be satisfied.
Liu Hongxia was usually proud and arrogant. Now that she saw Mi Xaing 'er, she was exceptionally approachable. "You don't look very old. You're about 18 years old!"
She was really curious. One was a fierce "big tiger", while the other was a tender "little white rabbit". How did these two people become a couple and sleep under the same blanket?
She clicked her tongue and said, "Wow, you're really young. You must be eight or nine years younger than Third Brother!"
Mi Xaing 'er did not answer.
There was no need to!
Liu Hongxia saw that she had a natural arrogance in her expression. She seemed easy-going, but was not easy to get close to. She could only turn to Jiang Tingting. "Tingting, I haven't seen Third Brother in a long time. Tomorrow is my birthday, and my friends are planning a small gathering together. There won't be any outsiders, and we're all childhood friends in the courtyard. Help me ask Third Brother if he's willing to give me face and bring Third Sister-in-law along!"
She hurriedly added, "Oh, if you're free, you can come along too!"
Ah!
When she said that …
When Jiang Tingting heard that, he panicked. It was as if he was just an "escort".
Liu Hongxia smiled sincerely at Mi Xaing 'er. "Third Sister-in-law, come along. Make more friends. I'll wait for you!"
She turned around, got into the car, started the engine, and left quickly.
Mi Xaing 'er was too lazy to talk to Jiang Tingting. She brought Jiang Yumei directly to the military service department.
Jiang Tingting looked at her exquisite back view, and his expression changed. He frowned and came up with a naughty idea. He carried the chicken and duck and quickly returned to Commander Yun's house.
As soon as he entered, he saw that the living room was quiet. He hurriedly grabbed an orderly and asked, "Little Fifth, is Third Brother back? Which room is he staying in?"
The orderly knew him, so there was nothing to hide. "Ah, Head Of Yun is back. He's staying on the first floor, in the guest room …"
Jiang Tingting grunted. He raised his hand to tidy his hair, tugged at the corner of his shirt, and walked quickly to the guest room.
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