I Became the Mother of His Child-Chapter 491: A Deep Love Confession
The major drug bust in City Z had severe lingering effects, but Song Yuanhuan, who led the mission, reaped significant benefits. After returning to the Imperial Capital Military District, he would no longer assume dangerous tasks. Moreover, having not been promoted for a long time, he was promoted from Lieutenant Colonel to Major General after this mission, skipping the rank of Colonel entirely. It’s undeniable that all risks are linked to potential gains and power. This time, Song Yuanhuan was on the mission for nearly twenty days, exhaustingly busy, but his efforts paid off handsomely.
"I’m only one step away from becoming a General, and within my lifetime, I promise to make you a General’s Wife," Song Yuanhuan whispered gently into Xu Xiuxiu’s ear, his confession filled with emotion, in the deep of the night.
Xu Xiuxiu did not know how romantic or deep others’ love was, but facing Song Yuanhuan, who wholeheartedly wanted to make her a General’s Wife, her heart always fluttered uncontrollably. She felt that meeting Song Yuanhuan was probably the sum total of all her luck in life, and she was grateful yet content.
"Song Yuanhuan, being able to snuggle with you in this deep night, to be wilful and spoiled in your arms, I no longer ask for anything more." To have met him was already a stroke of luck, to have traveled back in time from the 2020s to the 1980s to live, turning from an unmarried woman to having a loving man and a miraculous space of her own, and with his affection, all of this was already enough.
One shouldn’t be too greedy. She had already received enough. Aiming for too much perfection in life is, after all, flawed since everyone’s life has its regrets. Her regret was not having met Song Yuanhuan earlier, but it was good enough that she managed to meet him at all.
"Mhm!" Song Yuanhuan agreed, wrapping his arm around her slender waist and kissing her forehead. "In the next life, I will definitely meet you earlier."
"Really? We’re still together in this life, aren’t you tired of it? Facing the same face every day?" Xu Xiuxiu teased Song Yuanhuan with a smile.
"How could I ever tire!" Song Yuanhuan shook his head affirmatively, his eyes sparkling in the darkness: "As long as you don’t find me too cold, too ungentle, I will never tire of you, but treasure you, holding you dear."
"Good! Then let’s make a pact, to be together in the next life too. You must remember me, the me I am now, got that?" Xu Xiuxiu held Song Yuanhuan’s face with both hands, her expression resolute and even carrying a double entendre.
Actually, having been together for so long in this marriage, Xu Xiuxiu felt there shouldn’t be any secrets, yet, she still lacked the courage to confess her true identity to Song Yuanhuan. Sometimes she felt like an usurper, secretly enjoying the happiness that should have belonged to the original woman. Thus, although she knew that Song Yuanhuan had some suspicions, Xu Xiuxiu still dared not speak the truth, thinking that perhaps she would never tell him in this lifetime, and Song Yuanhuan might never ask, but one pretending ignorance and the other feigning cluelessness seemed to be the best way to sustain their life together, for sometimes too much honesty was also a test for marriage and love.
Viewing the soul through appearances is too profound, Xu Xiuxiu thought, better to leave some room for love, as both marriage and love rarely withstand ethereal tests.
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Song Yuanhuan had been promoted to Major General and his work seemed to be busier than ever. Xu Xiuxiu couldn’t think of what could possibly be keeping him so busy, yet he was always bustling from dawn to dusk, to the extent that Xu Xiuxiu felt like she was spinning in circles. Despite this, he still tried hard to make time for her.
Time flew quickly, and before they knew it, summer had turned into winter. During the snowy season, Xu Xiuxiu’s family set off for their home again. This time, the New Year was particularly lively because Song Yuanming, the youngest of the Song Family, also brought his wife, Song Qian, back to meet his parents, and Wei Dafang was heavily pregnant, ready to give birth. It was indeed a double celebration for the Song Family.
"Sister-in-law, Qianqian is still young and sometimes she doesn’t know better. If there’s anything she fails to do well, could you please give her some guidance?" Song Yuanming had specifically sought Xu Xiuxiu before bringing Song Qian back to their hometown and then pitifully pleaded for Xu Xiuxiu’s help.
Due to Song Qian’s family background, Song Yuanming was deeply worried Mrs. Song might disapprove of her, and Song Qian was also very anxious, worrying so much she had lost her appetite recently.
"Relax! Why do you make mom sound like some wicked mother-in-law?" Xu Xiuxiu laughed and nodded, then jokingly scolded Song Yuanming, "All she hopes for is that you bring a wife home. What else are you worrying about?"
"I’m just preparing in advance, aren’t I? They say mothers-in-law tend to dislike their daughters-in-law more and more over time, so sister-in-law, you really have to speak up for Qianqian. Mom will listen to you," Song Yuanming continued, trying to preemptively smooth the way for Song Qian.
It had to be said, the three Song brothers, despite their different personalities and temperaments, were all very thoughtful when it came to their wives. Normally, Song Yuanming was quite carefree, but who would have imagined him becoming so meticulous? He really had grown up!
Thinking this, Xu Xiuxiu couldn’t help but sigh. It seemed like only yesterday that he was a brash, young lad, and now he was already ready to marry and have children. Time really flies!
"Alright!" Xu Xiuxiu cheerfully promised to put in a good word or two for Song Qian.
Xu Xiuxiu’s family returned home earlier this year than Song Yuanming. Because of Song Qian, Song Yuanming had made time to visit her parents before the new year. Song Qian’s parents were very pleased with Song Yuanming, as he was talented, stable in his job, and earned a good income while treating their daughter well, without minding the trouble they caused. Such a son-in-law was truly hard to find. Naturally, Song Qian’s parents didn’t have many concerns.
As Song Qian and Song Yuanming prepared to head back to Song Family Village, Song Qian’s parents worriedly advised their daughter.
"My dear girl! Don’t act as casually in their house as you do at home. Be observant, don’t drag your feet on things you can help with, be quick, and keep your words sweet, understand?" Song Qian’s mother spoke, and although her daughter was getting married and she had many worries, she remained a kind mother, maintaining a reasonable approach. After all, this couple’s matters were pretty much settled, and while the parents surely didn’t want to burden their daughter, they still hoped she would have a good life.
