Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2444: 2380: Since I Chose This Path

“By the way, how exactly did he end up hurt? Was it during another assignment? How bad is it?”

“Actually, no, it wasn't a mission this time. He simply spotted an intruder attempting to infiltrate their base—a highly capable individual. With civilians nearby, Brother Xinian revealed an opening to prevent any harm to them. Luckily, the wound isn't that bad.”

Thanks to her remedies and the special spring water, Meng Xinian's injury had formed a scab already, which meant Chiang Xiao naturally described it as not too serious.

Wang Yi let out a sigh and remarked, “That's genuinely risky. Officer Meng is constantly facing perils. You must feel anxious all the time, don't you? I've heard that being part of a Supervisor Guard's family is incredibly challenging…”

“Well, I chose this road myself, so what else is there to say?”

Without that rush of love overriding thoughts of position, if she remained unattached today and a matchmaker suggested a soldier as a potential partner, she'd likely turn it down.

Prior to this, such ideas never crossed her mind, but now that she realized Meng Xinian could be sent off on duty, Chiang Xiao truly sensed the pain and hesitation involved.

She wished he wouldn't leave, yet she realized holding him back was impossible.

She dreaded his injury, but she grasped that commands must be followed without question.

She desired an ordinary existence for him, though as a Supervisor Guard for the Aristocratic Family Alliance, his role extended beyond protecting the elite to safeguarding the entire country.

Gazing at Chiang Xiao, Wang Yi considered how Chen Yin wasn't so terrible either, since he dealt in commerce and avoided such perils.

Still, she genuinely respected Chiang Xiao, not just for tolerating these hardships but for supporting Meng Xinian through them.

Stories had reached her about Chiang Xiao joining the joint units to battle flooding.

In her place, she'd undoubtedly have hindered the efforts back then.

Thus, Wang Yi held Chiang Xiao in high regard.

“These fungi are safe to eat as well; we've tried them previously. It's a relief that the ones in this area are all harmless.” Chiang Xiao grinned and added, “Don't fret, go ahead and gather them, and I'll check them afterward.”

“Sure, I'll collect some more; there's a good amount further on.”

As Wang Yi moved off, Chiang Xiao's mind drifted back to Zhu Shun once more.

In her heart, she sensed that figures from her previous existence continued to emerge nearby, no matter their guise, destined to weave into her current world.

It felt as if hidden gears of destiny were quietly in motion.

Now, regarding Ding Haijing?

The thought of Ding Haijing abruptly struck Chiang Xiao.

Ding Haijing always struck her as recognizable, yet she couldn't pinpoint the encounter. Might he connect to her former life too?

Should that hold, the truth would surface eventually.

And then there was Hu Xiangyong?

Was this individual truly part of the research facility from her earlier incarnation?

Moreover, had Ji Yuzhi shared that timeline with him?

“Little!” Meng Xinian's call rang out across the forest, “Time to return, both of you!”

Chiang Xiao rose swiftly and told Wang Yi, “Little Yi, that's enough gathering; let's return so they don't get concerned.”

“Got it.”

Wang Yi got to her feet.

With a quick look, Chiang Xiao's eyes widened sharply, “Stay still!”

Wang Yi froze in shock, huh?

Unable to budge even slightly, she observed Chiang Xiao dash over at top speed, her hand swiftly going to the spot behind Wang Yi's ear.

“Phew, barely made it.”

Noting Chiang Xiao's eased look, Wang Yi's tone shook slightly, “Am I good to move?”

“Go ahead, just don't panic.”

Wang Yi glanced back and noticed Chiang Xiao gripping a tiny serpent, twisting about in her grasp.

“Ah!”

A piercing cry cut through the air.

The trio near the lake all jumped at the sound of the shriek.