On the first night back from military training, Yi Roujing fully experienced Xu Ancheng’s enthusiasm, to the point where she didn’t want to move a muscle.

"Don’t come again, remember we’ve arranged to have dinner with my roommates tomorrow," Yi Roujing said weakly, not forgetting to glare at Xu Ancheng.

"Okay, I’ll listen to you." Xu Ancheng got up to clean Yi Roujing, acting so gently that she felt embarrassed to even scold him, thinking teasingly, "What a dog," and then she laughed.

"Still laughing after being wronged." Xu Ancheng glanced at Yi Roujing, "Why didn’t you call me immediately when you were wronged during the training? Although it was closed off and you couldn’t leave, you still had a phone, don’t say you forgot."

"I thought something as trivial as that wasn’t worth the effort, not even worth dwelling on," Yi Roujing said with a chuckle while looking at Xu Ancheng, "Besides, to be honest, didn’t I use some tactics to marry you back then?"

"Those tactics weren’t much to look at, would it have worked if I didn’t agree?" Xu Ancheng chuckled, "You should be more confident. You don’t know how much I like you. Didn’t I just prove it enough just now?"

"Enough, enough," Yi Roujing laughed ingratiatingly, "How am I not confident? Could I have retorted so fearlessly if I wasn’t? Don’t tell me you haven’t heard about it." 𝐟𝕣𝗲𝕖𝕨𝗲𝐛𝗻𝗼𝐯𝗲𝚕.𝗰𝚘𝐦

Xu Ancheng climbed into bed, pulled Yi Roujing into his arms, and said with a smile, "I’ve heard, my wife is really bold, I like it."

"I’ll handle this matter properly, Jing, I’m sorry." Xu Ancheng softly rubbed his chin against the top of Yi Roujing’s head, his words carrying a note of apology.

"What are you apologizing for, for Deng Yiyi or Song Yiluo?" Yi Roujing raised an eyebrow, a vague smile playing on her lips.

Xu Ancheng kissed Yi Roujing on the lips and burst into laughter, "Can I take this as you’re feeling jealous?"

"Hmph." Yi Roujing turned her head away, ignoring him.

"I feel sorry for you, for being treated unfoundedly because of my relationship," Xu Ancheng said, hooking Yi Roujing’s chin and turning her head back as he stole another kiss.

"It’s my fault for not protecting you well." Xu Ancheng sighed, "But don’t worry, this matter won’t be left alone."

Yi Roujing had already heard this from a second person today, "Dad mentioned this to me earlier too, are you planning on...?"

"Deng Yiyi is the granddaughter of the Deng Family. Although Mr. Deng is retired now, his influence still exists, and the Deng Family is very closely connected with the Cheng Family." Xu Ancheng explained, "Deng Yiyi spreads such rumors because she’s backed by the Deng Family. Even if she’s found out, she thinks we can’t do anything to her."

"The Cheng Family? So that means Deng Yiyi knows Song Yiluo too, and those things were told to her by Song Yiluo?" Yi Roujing frowned.

"Yes, my wife is really smart." Xu Ancheng didn’t forget to praise her and added a kiss, "Deng Yiyi grew up with Cheng Yijin, and Cheng Yimo, the third son of the Cheng Family, is seen by the Deng Family as a potential match for marriage."

"Oh wow, Mr. Xu really is infinitely charming, even before rejoining the Xu Family you were already memorable to all those ladies."

"What nonsense," Xu Ancheng said with a laugh, "I’m only devoted to my wife, I have no thoughts for others, my heart is as clear as day."

"But from what you said, the Deng Family and the Cheng Family both have influential backgrounds. If we confront them openly, it might be disadvantageous to the Xu Family," Yi Roujing said. "I’m someone who can bend and stretch, I’m fine with retaliating secretly, and I can completely handle it myself."

Yi Roujing stretched her fist, putting on a deliberately fierce expression.

"Yes, the older members of the Deng Family are not as healthy as before, and none of the next generation can take charge. If Mr. Deng passes, the Deng Family won’t be the same as it was before. So, the Deng Family is caught in hopes of marriage with the Cheng Family, beyond just the childhood friendship, the main goal is to solidify the Deng Family’s position." Xu Ancheng explained to Yi Roujing.

"So are you planning to ruin the marriage between the two families?" Yi Roujing asked.

"No need for me to ruin it." Xu Ancheng smirked, "Cheng Yimo doesn’t like Deng Yiyi, he likes Hua Yiran."

Yi Roujing widened her eyes, utterly surprised, how come she knows the central figures of the gossip?

"The Hua Family and the Cheng Family are also family friends. The Cheng Family actually prefers Hua Yiran as their daughter-in-law. Cheng Yimo would never agree to marry Deng Yiyi, so this marriage doesn’t need me to ruin it because it’s just a one-sided wishful thinking of the Deng Family."

"Does Hua Yiran like Cheng Yimo?" Yi Roujing asked with curiosity.

"Yes, she probably does, but in recent years their interactions have lessened," Xu Ancheng was a bit confused; wasn’t Cheng San somewhat incompetent, look at Zhou Zeyuan’s vigor in chasing his wife, he should meet Cheng Yimo.

"So, after ruining the marriage, can we take on the Deng Family?" Yi Roujing followed with another question, "Is it just an overreaction over a squabble between us women? Or is there more than just this, is it just a superficial trigger?"

Xu Ancheng looked at her with admiration, "You really are amazing."

Yi Roujing felt delighted by Xu Ancheng’s praise, "Hmm? And then?"

"Actually, most of Mr. Deng’s children have some issues, using their father’s connections to amass wealth illicitly. Dad has heard about this for a long time, and other department leaders are aware too, it’s just that they haven’t taken action out of respect for Mr. Deng," Xu Ancheng explained.

"But it was unexpected that the Deng Family did something in the past that has now become a fatal weakness for today’s Deng Family," Xu Ancheng teased, keeping a secret.

"How fatal?" Yi Roujing asked, feigning curiosity.

"Once the truth comes out, the Deng Family’s reputation in Jing City would be completely ruined, and more importantly, they would lose the protection of the Cheng Family."

"Is it related to the Cheng Family?"

"Yes, Jing, I think you’d make an even better detective than most people," Xu Ancheng praised.

"Then what’s this fatal weakness related to the Cheng Family?" Yi Roujing pressed for details.

"This isn’t confirmed at the moment, so I can’t say," Xu Ancheng replied.

"But it’s probably close to the truth, isn’t it?" Yi Roujing grumbled.

"I only like to talk about results that are absolutely certain," Xu Ancheng smiled, knowing full well Yi Roujing’s nature, he was afraid she’d act impulsively. Once someone’s interests are threatened, even a person nearing absolute downfall might make a final desperate attempt. Xu Ancheng didn’t want Yi Roujing to get entangled in it; sometimes, the more you know, the more dangerous it becomes.

The couple drifted off into sleep as they chatted. Yi Roujing directly slept until the sun was high in the sky the next day, her face still showing a hint of embarrassment as she went downstairs, fortunately, she was greeted by Mrs. Kang and the others with calm looks.

Even Baozi didn’t ask much, just concernedly asked if she was tired from military training and if she had a good rest last night.

Yi Roujing noticed Baozi’s clothes with some surprise; in such cold weather, he only wore a quilted jacket, "Mommy, hug me."

Yi Roujing picked Baozi up, touched his hands, head, and face, found him to be very warm, and felt reassured.

"Mommy, I just came back from running." Baozi replied, Yi Roujing immediately understood, but felt a bit of heartache, "Aren’t you tired?"

"No, if I’m tired I’ll stop running." Baozi explained in his innocent voice, "I asked Daddy to take me."