Transmigrated as Cannon Fodder — I Rise to Female Lead Through Hard Work-Chapter 131: Hu Ailing’s Second Spring

Lou Wenjian, tall and robust, looked similar in stature to Ding Ancheng in Yi Roujing’s eyes. His appearance was upright, with distinct features, making Yi Roujing feel that this man seemed like a soldier or a policeman, exuding an aura of justice.

Hao Zhijian was also a policeman, but to be honest, the man before her felt more solemn.

"Hello, I’m Yi Roujing." At the mention of his name, Yi Roujing immediately knew he was County Magistrate Lou’s eldest son, an officer who had been injured and transferred to civilian work. Hao Zhijian should know him because the book mentioned Lou Wenjian was transferred to the public security bureau in Huaixi County for internal work, although he hadn’t started his job yet.

In the book, Wang Qiushuang became a nanny in the magistrate’s house, mainly to take care of Lou Wenjian. Over time, habits formed, and Wang Qiushuang married into the Lou Family. However, Yi Roujing remembered Lou Wenjian being described as someone constantly shrouded in a gloomy, oppressive aura, which didn’t match the person before her now.

"I know, thank you Comrade Yi Roujing for taking care of Ailing," Lou Wenjian’s eyes showed gratitude, which made Yi Roujing’s eyes widen in disbelief as she looked at the still-standing Hu Ailing, hands on the wheelchair, face pale and slightly swaying.

Facing Yi Roujing’s gaze, Hu Ailing somewhat regained her composure, stepped forward with a slightly stiff voice, "Lou, take a seat, I..."

"Ailing, you’re right. People should bravely face themselves. My leg is actually healed; I just couldn’t accept reality until now. From today onwards, I won’t sit in a wheelchair anymore," Lou Wenjian looked at Hu Ailing seriously, "I’ll report to the bureau on Monday and work hard to give you a happy..."

"Lou Wenjian!" Hu Ailing suddenly shouted, interrupting Lou Wenjian, causing people around to turn and look.

Seeing the situation wasn’t right, Yi Roujing quickly said, "Ailing, we haven’t seen each other in so long. Do you want to come and sit at my place? We live nearby."

Hu Ailing regained some calmness, nodded, and walked out of the store. Lou Wenjian, looking a bit helpless, took over the wheelchair and followed, Yi Roujing and Xia Xingchen exchanged glances, one quickly stepped outside, and the other swiftly refueled.

Lou Wenjian’s slightly limp right foot didn’t hinder his walking, still able to keep up with the rapidly moving Hu Ailing, immersed in her thoughts. Yi Roujing jogged a few steps to catch up with Hu Ailing and led her to County First Middle School.

When Ding Ancheng opened the door and saw two extra people outside, his expression didn’t change a bit; he stepped aside to invite them in and didn’t forget to call out to the kitchen, "Anmin, add two pairs of chopsticks."

Upon hearing this, Ding Anmin poked his head out and saw Hu Ailing, a smile appearing on his face, "Ailing—"

Hu Ailing waved with a smile, her mood completely calmed down by now, "Anmin, we won’t stay for lunch. We’ll be leaving soon; otherwise, Lou’s family might worry."

Lou Wenjian glanced at Hu Ailing and didn’t refute her words. Yi Roujing saw this and subtly raised her eyebrows.

Next, Ding Ancheng welcomed Lou Wenjian, while Yi Roujing led Hu Ailing into a room.

"How have you been lately? I heard from Aunt Kaiying you’re working at the magistrate’s house, and that one must be County Magistrate Lou’s eldest son," Yi Roujing said.

Hu Ailing nodded, her eyes filled with complexity.

"What’s the situation between you two?" Yi Roujing asked directly, "I can tell he has... you know."

Hu Ailing showed a bittersweet smile, her hands twisting together, "Roujing, I’m not worthy of him; we won’t have a good ending."

Yi Roujing’s heart sank, Hu Ailing’s words clearly indicated she was already involved, "His family disapproves?"

Hu Ailing’s face turned pale, "They don’t know, but I’m afraid Lou will speak up. Roujing, I’m terrified."

"This is my first job; the pay is quite good. County Magistrate Lou and Mrs. Lou are wonderful people who take good care of me. I live and eat well at the Lou home. I don’t want to lose this."

"There’s nothing improper between Lou and me, but if there’s even a hint, I definitely won’t be able to continue." Hu Ailing’s voice carried a sense of melancholy.

"Roujing, why couldn’t I have met someone like him sooner?"

Hu Ailing smiled, her smile tinged with sadness, "Honestly, meeting earlier wouldn’t change anything. Even if I hadn’t been married, I’m still not worthy of him."

Yi Roujing didn’t know how to comfort her, but sometimes love comes unexpectedly. The Lou Wenjian she saw just now was nothing like the person described in the book, surely changed by Hu Ailing.

Not only Lou Wenjian, but Hu Ailing had also changed. Yi Roujing noticed she had shed the timid demeanor she had in the Dingping Production Team, becoming more composed and graceful, evident in her posture and expression.

It’s a shame when people who influence each other and have mutual feelings can’t be together.

"What’s Lou Wenjian’s attitude?" Yi Roujing asked.

"What can his attitude decide?" Hu Ailing’s eyes reddened slightly.

"Why can’t it decide? He’s an adult; shouldn’t he have his own say in his marriage?" Yi Roujing said, "Actually, the most important thing in this matter is Lou Wenjian’s attitude. As the saying goes, where can parents ever win over their children?"

Hu Ailing froze for a moment.

"Ding JianShe isn’t a good match," Yi Roujing said pointedly, "Hupozi treats you poorly for a reason, but mostly because of Ding JianShe. Ding JianShe doesn’t value you, so she doesn’t care either. A man’s attitude is crucial; it directly influences his parents’ attitude."

Hu Ailing’s expression didn’t change, giving Yi Roujing some comfort, "But I can tell you’ve truly let go of the past."

In the book, County Magistrate Lou and his wife could accept Wang Qiushuang, seemingly reasonable people. Though it’s unclear what Lou Wenjian’s attitude was then, the Lou Family likely isn’t opposed to a rural daughter-in-law; only how acceptable it is depends on Lou Wenjian, Yi Roujing felt.

"The past is over. I owe nothing to Ding JianShe’s family; even if I meet them in the future, I can hold my head high," Hu Ailing said resolutely.

"Roujing, I owe it all to you," Hu Ailing said earnestly, "Without you, I wouldn’t have made sense of things or taken brave steps."

"It’s mainly thanks to yourself," Yi Roujing smiled, "This is where we live. I’m a nurse at the factory’s hospital now. If you need anything, don’t hesitate to find me, at County First Middle School, or No. 6 Bright Alley. We usually eat there; I’m generally at these three places."

Yi Roujing’s openness deeply moved Hu Ailing, "How timely; Lou will be going to the factory’s hospital to check on his leg in a few days."

"They say an orthopedic expert from Jing City is coming."