Chapter 390: Chapter 386: Oh No, She Doesn’t Want to Be Part of Their Play

"This major has always been quite niche.

However, before, there were quite a few applicants. It’s strange this year, you’re the only one.

When I found out about this, I asked around.

They say an archaeology professor fought hard to get everyone else kicked out, leaving just you in this major."

Wen Ran: "...But I didn’t apply to the Archaeology Department."

This answer left Xiao Chengguang bewildered, "What the heck, didn’t you apply to this department yourself?"

"No," Wen Ran sighed weakly, "I applied for Chinese Language and Literature, but when I got here, I found out I inexplicably ended up in archaeology."

Xiao Chengguang: "...No worries."

No amount of comfort would be more than futile and dry at this point.

"Anyway, our family isn’t short of money. Do whatever makes you happy. Archaeology, to me, seems like playing with mud. You might actually grow to love it after a while."

Wen Ran fell silent.

I know you want to comfort me, but please hold off on that.

Archaeology is definitely not like playing with mud.

They’re worlds apart, okay?

Almost a million miles away.

But it was too late to say anything now; Wen Ran had accepted her fate.

She didn’t want to open up old wounds, so she asked, "Brother, by the way, why are you here?"

Weren’t you dancing with wolves in the Northwest?

How did you suddenly appear in the Capital City?

And as an instructor, no less.

"I was reassigned," Xiao Chengguang smiled, "I’ll be stationed in the Capital City from now on, so our family can reunite."

This truly was good news.

But then again...

Originally, Xiao Chenyue went to the Northwest because of Xiao Chengguang.

Now, with Xiao Chengguang back,

Does it mean Xiao Chenyue will be left behind with Minmin in the Northwest?

Oh no, Gula should still be there too.

But in a place she’s unfamiliar with...

A woman with a child.

Perhaps noticing Wen Ran’s worry, Xiao Chengguang explained, "Xiao Yue and Gula also brought the kids over.

We just settled down and haven’t had the chance to find Father and Mother before running into you."

Wen Ran’s eyes brightened, "Really?"

"Really."

"Great," with Xiao Chengguang being so straightforward, Wen Ran was equally delighted, "Once I’m done with this military training, let’s go home together."

Xiao Chengguang chuckled briefly, a man of few words, "This military training will take about a month, I’m afraid..."

Wen Ran: "..."

A moment ago, giggling.

Next second, not giggling.

Her face fell instantly, "Fine, just don’t forget me when you meet up."

"We won’t forget, by the way," Xiao Chengguang asked, "How are the kids?"

"They’re great, eating and sleeping well."

The two had a brief conversation before reaching Wen Ran’s squad.

"Captain Xiao."

Xiao Chengguang’s expression became stern again, "Hmm, this student is from the Archaeology Department and hasn’t been assigned to a group. Can you find a spot for her?"

"Sure."

The instructor agreed readily and pointed Wen Ran to a spot based on her height.

"You go there."

"Yes."

Wen Ran joined the squad, blending in like a fish in the sea, disappearing instantly.

Xiao Chengguang trusted Wen Ran’s abilities. Regardless of whether this squad might cause any trouble in the future, he knew very well that Wen Ran wouldn’t suffer.

That’s enough.

Of course, if she really did suffer.

As her brother-in-law, he wasn’t an idiot to watch his family suffer for no reason.

The instructor exchanged a few words with Xiao Chengguang, neglecting to manage the squad.

Underneath, there was an immediate start of whispered discussions.

"Oh my, we already have our squad set, and yet someone else is squeezed in? It’s really bothersome."

"Hmph, didn’t you see? She came with Captain Xiao, who knows what kind of deal was made behind the scenes."

"You don’t say, ever since the instructor saw us, he’s been acting all high and mighty. But when he saw Captain Xiao, he turned into a lapdog, it’s quite funny."

"Tsk tsk tsk, you say..."

Listening to their conversation, Wen Ran was just, omg, I was stunned.

It turns out, education only filters out part of the trash.

Just showing up together means a hidden deal was made?

Wen Ran found it downright hilarious.

"Geng Yao, why aren’t you saying anything, have you fallen for her?"

Wen Ran: "???"

She was so shocked her eyes wouldn’t even move.

Wait a minute, fallen for?

Geng Yao hadn’t said a word, but at this moment, he casually turned slightly, glancing at Wen Ran’s face.

Then he turned back, looking straight ahead, indifferent, "Don’t let just any woman come near me, I find it disgusting."

Wen Ran fell into silence.

So, is she part of these youngsters’ games too?

Also, is it really Wen Ran that’s disgusting?

Or is it you folks who make reckless assumptions about others that are more disgusting?

Wen Ran could hardly stand it.

It could be provoked, but she didn’t want to provoke it.

She had a feeling that if she slapped back, the man would fall to the ground, prop himself up, give her a cold sideways glance with a sinister look, tongue pressing against his cheek.

He’d smirk and declare, "Alright, woman, you’ve successfully caught my attention."

Punch a woman, and similarly...

Wen Ran was creeped out by her own imagination.

"Report!"

Her voice was clear and bright, instantly capturing everyone’s attention.

But Wen Ran couldn’t care less.

The instructor’s sharp gaze fell straight on Wen Ran, "Speak."

"Instructor, I want to change places!"

"Reason."

Wen Ran: "..."

She couldn’t very well say she didn’t want to be part of the youngsters’ games, could she?

"I’m short, and standing here, I can’t see the demonstrations the front instructor is doing."

Before the instructor could respond, Xiao Chengguang was puzzled.

He shorty got a read on his sister-in-law’s temperament during this time.

In short, if she could sit, she wouldn’t stand, and if she could lie down, she wouldn’t sit.

Blending in with the group, even if she slacked off a bit, it wouldn’t be conspicuous.

Why...

So proactive today?

No way.

This was ten, a hundred percent abnormal.

"Alright," Xiao Chengguang said succinctly, "Then you can come forward."

"Yes!"

Leaving Geng Yao and the others, Wen Ran secretly breathed a sigh of relief.

Being married and older, having a kid, she couldn’t play these youngsters’ games. As an old lady, better to steer clear.

Could I not escape?

Naive Wen Ran thought she had dodged a bullet.

Little did she know, she managed to escape but now she was relieved way too soon.