Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2278 - 2214: Still Sulking

Even if Meng Xinian were tasked with such undercover operations, he would surely maintain his distance from others, wouldn't he? It was impossible to imagine him casually referring to another woman as his wife.

The moment Chiang Xiao laid eyes on the dormitory, her interest was piqued.

To her surprise, this living quarters actually featured a private little courtyard!

The complex consisted of rows of two-story houses. Each ground-floor unit was enclosed by a low wall, forming a yard where most residents seemed to have planted various vegetables and melons.

It appeared that the second-floor units were equipped with rooftop gardens, as lush green branches and leaves could be seen spilling over the railings above.

Surveying the area, she found the environment to be quite pleasant.

This remained true even though the structures were constructed simply from cement and green bricks.

Meng Xinian escorted her to the final building at the end of the first row before leading her up the stairs.

Turning left, he came to a halt in front of a wooden door.

He placed their belongings on the floor, yet his other hand remained firmly clasped around hers, reluctant to let go. Using one hand to retrieve his key, he unlocked the door and pulled her inside, guiding her toward the sofa to sit down.

"Sit here obediently and wait for me. I'll bring our things inside and fetch a basin of water so you can clean your face and hands."

Chiang Xiao gave a small nod.

After affectionately ruffling her hair, Meng Xinian stepped out to retrieve the luggage. Once everything was inside, he shut and locked the door behind him. He stole another glance at her before heading off to fill a basin with water.

Left alone, Chiang Xiao began to observe her surroundings.

The space was modest, spanning roughly thirty square meters, but it was efficiently partitioned into a living area, a bedroom, a kitchen, and a bathroom.

The living room was compact, furnished with a long wooden slat sofa for two, a small rectangular coffee table, and an aging desk and chair positioned by the window.

The desk was cluttered with a desk lamp, a pen holder, and a pile of books, clearly serving as Meng Xinian’s workspace.

Opposite the desk stood a storage rack holding a wash cup, a basin, and various miscellaneous items.

She noticed two doorways; one had an open door through which she could see a row of wall-mounted hooks draped with Meng Xinian’s garments.

That room was likely the bedroom.

The second doorway lacked a door, revealing a simple wooden plank that functioned as a stove setup.

She couldn't immediately spot the toilet or bathroom—perhaps they were tucked further inside?

Feeling restless, Chiang Xiao felt the urge to stand up and explore the flat.

Both the floors and the walls were made of bare cement, lacking even a simple layer of white paint.

Nevertheless, Meng Xinian had kept the place impeccably clean.

She stared at the floor, thinking that the smooth cement would feel wonderfully cool under barefoot in the heat of summer.

Meng Xinian eventually returned with a basin of water, a pink towel adorned with tiny floral prints draped over the edge.

"The towel is brand new, and I’ve already prepared a wash cup and toothbrush for you. I got these ready earlier."

As he spoke, Meng Xinian displayed his palms to her. "See? I’ve already washed my hands."

He submerged the towel in the water, wrung it dry, and unfolded it before offering it to her. "The trek from the station to the camp was quite dusty. Give yourself a wipe."

Chiang Xiao looked at him, her lips pouting slightly as she remained motionless.

Understanding her mood, Meng Xinian immediately knelt down and began to gently wipe her face for her.

"Mm, look at my girl’s face. It's so fair and rosy, just as smooth as a peeled boiled egg."

Chiang Xiao shot back, "So you're saying eggs can just roll away, right?"

Meng Xinian froze, a wave of unease washing over him.

His little girl was clearly still harboring some anger.

Remaining in his squatting position, he finished cleaning her face and then gently guided her hands into the basin of water.