The 70s Novel: The Supporting Character Just Wants to Lie Down-Chapter 149: The Life You Want

Since she had made up her mind, Wang Miaomiao didn’t hesitate and proactively asked about the procedures she needed to handle. She had heard that Wang Jia Bao was going for a medical examination.

"Just give me a copy of your household registration book." Jiang Yan was internally excited, but his face showed nothing, maintaining a businesslike demeanor, though what he was saying and doing was not quite official.

"I’ll come to pick you up the day after tomorrow, and you can ride with me." The special treatment had arrived...

"Huh?" Wang Miaomiao was surprised, "Aren’t I part of the same group as Jia Bao?"

"No, Jia Bao’s group isn’t handled by me. You’re going to another place to train with Xiao Xue first." Jiang Yan felt a bit regretful; he wished he could personally oversee her training.

Unfortunately, his place was full of rough men, and there was a specialized training base for female soldiers.

"Oh, there’s another concern. If I join the army, then..." Wang Miaomiao remembered and hesitated about her other job.

Jiang Yan noticed her hesitance and his heart skipped a beat, "What is it?"

Wang Miaomiao felt a bit embarrassed and said, "I’m still listed as a temporary worker at Hai City Publishing House, producing four picture albums a month and getting paid for it. If I go to the army, this job will be over, right?"

This was indeed a matter to consider. Jiang Yan thought for a moment and felt a bit troubled, "The new recruits’ training in the military is intensive and doesn’t allow for other activities. When can your picture album series be completed? Maybe explain the situation to the publishing house."

"I guess that’s the only way..." Wang Miaomiao felt a bit disappointed; she’d put a lot of effort into this book titled "Silly Boy’s Military Service" and was counting on it to earn some bonuses. Was that all going to be gone?

She wasn’t willing to give up and said, "I still have drafts for eight albums. I don’t know how long the new recruits’ training period is or if there’ll be any leave."

Jiang Yan raised an eyebrow, "Can you show me what you’ve done?" He knew she had been making money from her illustrations but hadn’t seen them. Seeing her so dedicated, he contemplated how he could assist her.

Wang Miaomiao handed him the finished drafts. Jiang Yan quickly scanned through them, his eyes lighting up with an idea.

"Wow, it’s a military theme, very nice." Jiang Yan smiled and said, "Our unit also has its own publishing house. How about this: I’ll send these later albums to our unit’s publishing house for you and try to negotiate your compensation."

"Is that possible?" Wang Miaomiao was a bit surprised; considering they were picture albums, they seemed too trivial. Isn’t the military a more serious place? Could her childish works really succeed there?

"Do you still have the previous drafts?" Jiang Yan was unfazed.

"They’re all at Hai City Publishing House. I didn’t ask for them back."

"Alright, leave this matter to me. Just write a letter to them explaining the situation."

"Oh, okay..." Wang Miaomiao replied, feeling dazed by how smoothly everything was going.

After everything was settled, Jiang Yan finished his breakfast, reluctant to leave but knowing he had to go.

Even though it was just a simple task to drop by, he would carry it out with due diligence.

"Alright, I’m leaving now. I’ll come to pick you up the day after tomorrow afternoon."

"Okay, goodbye, Brother Jiang. Take care on the road."

Jiang Yan kept a composed exterior, but his heart was reluctant to part; he hadn’t seen her in a year and a half. Just met her for a short while, and now he had to leave again...

Wang Miaomiao waved cheerfully, oblivious to his inner thoughts.

Jiang Yan was very proper during this visit, neither his gaze nor his actions crossed any boundaries. He handled his attitude towards Wang Miaomiao with precision, ensuring she felt perfectly comfortable in his company.

Moreover, Jiang Yan had learned that Wang Miaomiao wasn’t currently interested in dating or marriage. She was mature and determined.

He also thought she was still young. He had initially planned to wait for a few years, at least until she reached adulthood. Now, even more reason to proceed cautiously.

Thus, he planned to draw her into his circle gradually and then, when the time was right, make his move decisively to win her over.

His plan seemed to be going smoothly. Unbeknownst to him, he had Liu Yulan’s impulsive matchmaking to thank for repelling Wang Miaomiao, prompting her desire to escape. Coupled with the appealing future he had painted for her, he had inadvertently captured her interest.

That night, another bombshell hit the Wang Family...

"Dad, Mom, I’ve decided to join the army too."

"What? You..." Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing were dumbfounded, and even Wang Jia Bao gave his sister a thumbs-up.

"Xiao Xue has already secured a spot for me in Beijing. I was actually going to send Jia Bao off first, then take a train to find her myself. But since Brother Jiang came, I asked him today, and he can give me a ride. That saves me the bus fare..." Wang Miaomiao explained it all casually, methodically recounting what had been arranged, leaving Liu Yulan and Wang Baoxing speechless. 𝒻𝘳𝘦𝘦𝘸ℯ𝒷𝘯𝘰𝑣ℯ𝑙.𝘤𝑜𝘮

After a while, Liu Yulan finally spoke with a stern face, "You’ve been planning this for a long time. How can you make such a big decision without discussing it with us?"

"I haven’t... I’m discussing it with you now, aren’t I?" Wang Miaomiao replied unhurriedly, "It’s just a coincidence that Brother Jiang came, so I told you earlier."

"Earlier? You call this earlier? A day or two in advance?" Liu Yulan slammed her chopsticks down in anger, too upset to eat.

"Hey... Don’t get upset." Wang Baoxing said with a long face, hurriedly trying to calm the situation, "The kid is still young and doesn’t understand... Let’s talk about this calmly..."

"All you ever say is that, but it’s useless..." Liu Yulan snapped at Wang Baoxing in fury, "Every time it’s ’talk calmly,’ but she’s already made up her mind, so what is there left to say?"

"Uh... talk..." Wang Baoxing was at a loss, glancing at both mother and daughter awkwardly. They had fought the day before, and now again today... Sigh...

"Mom, don’t be angry. It’s not good for your health to eat when you’re mad." Wang Miaomiao remained unfazed as she continued eating, "Shall we talk after we finish eating?"

"You..." Liu Yulan was so exasperated that it made her chest hurt.

"Sigh..." Wang Baoxing sighed deeply and spoke earnestly, "Miaomiao, why do you want to join the army? It’s so hard, exhausting, and dangerous. Why should a girl go through all that?"

Liu Yulan chimed in, "Yeah, I’d rather see you stay at home safely for a few years, and then I’ll find you a good match for marriage and children. A peaceful life isn’t bad, is it?"

Swallowing the food in her mouth, Wang Miaomiao calmly responded, "No, that’s not the life I want."

Faced with her straightforward rejection, Liu Yulan was momentarily stunned. Then, feeling unjustly treated and deeply wronged, she realized the lifestyle she’d envisioned as best for her daughter was something her daughter viewed with disdain.

"What kind of life do you want? Tell us, why don’t you?"