Married to Officer, Pregnant Specialist becomes the Winner!-Chapter 122 - 121: Is He Thinking of Her Too?

"Ningning, do you have the ability to protect yourself?" Sheng Zexi wanted to confirm this question.

"Yes, last time with that human trafficker..."

Sheng Zexi didn’t let Gu Jia Ning continue; he understood already.

He just reminded, "Even if you have the ability to protect yourself, you still need to be careful. If something happens to you or the child, what am I supposed to do?"

Gu Jia Ning hooked her arm through Sheng Zexi’s and replied, "I know."

Once he confirmed that Gu Jia Ning could protect herself, Sheng Zexi felt relieved. Otherwise, with Li Shuyao or someone else targeting Ningning with such malice, Sheng Zexi would not feel at ease going on missions without being by her side.

"Are you not curious about anything?" Gu Jia Ning blinked and leaned over to ask him.

So far, Sheng Zexi only knew she had special qualities. Even if he asked a few questions, it was just to ensure her safety; he never asked about anything else.

Could it be that Brother Xi is not curious?

Sheng Zexi glanced at his little wife and knew what she was pondering with those turning eyes.

He couldn’t help but reach out and gently flick her forehead, saying, "You just love overthinking."

"What should I ask? The fewer people who know about secrets, the better, even if that person is me!"

"So, I won’t ask, and you shouldn’t tell me, okay?"

Gu Jia Ning saw the seriousness in Sheng Zexi’s eyes and felt warm in her heart; she nodded and snuggled into his embrace.

Her voice was soft and sweet, "Brother Xi, you’re so good. I think the luckiest thing in my life is choosing you."

Sheng Zexi held the wife in his arms, his lips curling up wildly, like a dog praised by its owner, wagging its tail crazily if it had one.

"It’s good that you know it. Marrying me, you found a treasure."

Gu Jia Ning covered her mouth, laughing. This man will never change his thick-skinned nature.

Since Sheng Zexi didn’t press on, and vaguely knew her uniqueness, Gu Jia Ning felt both relieved and bolder.

She whispered about the Invisibility Bulletproof Suit into his ear.

Sheng Zexi widened his eyes, fully expressing: I thought what I knew was shocking enough, but there was even more shocking to come.

Bulletproof suits are scarce nowadays; he’d only heard of them, never worn one.

He heard they are only used on extremely dangerous border missions.

Yet Ningning has one, and it’s invisible.

"Are you wearing it now?" Sheng Zexi asked gently.

Gu Jia Ning nodded.

Sheng Zexi reached out to feel, but couldn’t touch or see anything.

Obviously, there was nothing like a bulletproof suit on his body, and he didn’t know when it was put on.

At that moment, Sheng Zexi realized it might be some kind of future high-tech product, and that Ningning possessed it, perhaps even more than what he now knew.

Sheng Zexi thought, if backward countries obtained such high technology, wouldn’t they progress and develop rapidly?

But this thought only lasted a moment before Sheng Zexi dismissed it.

Even so, he would never let Ningning take any risks. He’s more determined to protect Gu Jia Ning, ensuring her secrets remain concealed.

Perhaps because he was going on a mission tomorrow, Sheng Zexi was particularly clingy with Gu Jia Ning today.

All day, he was either trailing behind her like a large tail or holding her, constantly reminding Gu Jia Ning how to take care of herself once he left.

"Remember to drink goat’s milk every day; the soldier will deliver it to the door daily."

"When I’m not home, don’t eat in the canteen or cook by yourself. Just eat at Sister in law Zhang’s house, and we’ll compensate them with some money and tickets. Sister in law Zhang agreed."

"While I’m not home, try to go out as little as possible. Although I know you can protect yourself, I still don’t want you and the child to be in any danger."

...

He didn’t know how many reminders he gave. Each time he said something, Gu Jia Ning would tirelessly respond.

Gu Jia Ning never found it bothersome because she knew that was Sheng Zexi’s love and care. What a blessing this was; she should feel happy and joyful.

Finally, Sheng Zexi hugged Gu Jia Ning like a dog reluctant to leave its owner, "Ningning, I’m sorry. You’re still in the early stages of pregnancy, yet I can’t be by your side. Ningning, I hate to leave you."

Gu Jia Ning hugged him back, "I hate to see you go, too. But I understand your ambitions and the responsibilities on your shoulders. You’re a hero, my hero, and a hero to the nation and its people. The child and I will wait obediently at home for your return. Take care of yourself; the greatest hope for the child and me is your safe return."

Gu Jia Ning’s words warmed Sheng Zexi’s heart, bringing tears to his eyes, "I will."

Early the next morning, when Gu Jia Ning woke up, the spot beside her was already empty.

This time, Gu Jia Ning knew he had gone on a mission, and she had no idea when he would return. 𝗳𝚛𝗲𝕖𝕨𝕖𝗯𝚗𝚘𝕧𝕖𝗹.𝗰𝗼𝕞

Yesterday, they planned that Sheng Zexi would leave quietly without waking Gu Jia Ning to avoid the sadness of parting.

And now...

Gu Jia Ning hugged Sheng Zexi’s pillow, which seemed to retain his unique scent.

Sitting on the kang for quite a while, Gu Jia Ning returned to her senses and began washing up.

After washing up, she heard Zhang Shuwan next door calling her over for breakfast.

"I’m coming."

When Gu Jia Ning went over, Lin Xing was not there; she’d already gone to training.

So, it was just Gu Jia Ning, Zhang Shuwan, and Guoguo having breakfast together.

"How are you feeling with your Battalion Commander Sheng gone on a mission? Do you miss him a lot?" Zhang Shuwan asked.

Gu Jia Ning thought for a moment and said, "Not too much."

Zhang Shuwan smiled without a word, "It’s just the first day; that’s why you’re saying that. In a few days, you’ll notice the difference."

Gu Jia Ning: Is that so?

Indeed, it was just as Zhang Shuwan had said.

When Sheng Zexi was around, he’d take care of boiling water, warming the kang, household chores, everything.

Now that he’s gone, everything requires Gu Jia Ning’s personal attention.

Daytime was fine, but at night, sleeping alone in an empty room, the quilt was warm, and the kang beneath was warm, but Gu Jia Ning still felt empty. Next to her used to be someone warming her, holding her, offering so much assurance.

The raging wind and snow outside didn’t seem to matter.

But now, without the man beside her, Gu Jia Ning felt the sound of the wind and snow outside was much louder, loud enough to keep her awake.

Yes, on the first night after Sheng Zexi left for the mission, Gu Jia Ning had insomnia.

Wondering where Sheng Zexi was now if he had enough to eat.

Was he thinking of her too?