Lu Zhiyao didn’t want to argue about these things with him anymore. In this era, once you started a relationship, it was meant to last a lifetime—divorce was almost impossible, especially for military marriages.
“Forget it, let’s not talk about that for now. This house is built so impressively—won’t anyone come to investigate it?”
“It’s been here for a long time. My grandparents have lived in the countryside for decades. Don’t worry, there won’t be any problems.”
Lu Zhiyao had only been here a short time and wasn’t familiar with the people or surroundings. She never expected that in such a remote place there would be a small siheyuan-style courtyard.
It was an absolute surprise.
She was extremely satisfied with this place. She had thought even a mud-brick house would be decent—but instead she got a courtyard house. She couldn’t be happier.
“He Lingyun, thank you!”
“No need to thank me. This is what I should do. Even though I’m still in reserve status, I’m always ready to become full active duty.”
As he said this, his eyes were firm—he would prove through his actions that he was someone she could rely on.
After walking for quite a while, Lu Zhiyao grew tired and sat down to rest.
Seeing this, He Lingyun offered, “You rest here first. I’ll go move your things from the educated youth courtyard. From today on, you’ll live here. I’ve already cleaned the bed.”
“Alright! Then thank you in advance!”
“No need to be polite with me. Sit for a bit—I’ll go now.”
After informing his grandparents, He Lingyun went to help her move.
Luckily, the large bundle she had earlier was still lying around. Otherwise, he might have gotten suspicious.
Lu Zhiyao thought to herself that she’d have to be extremely careful using her storage space in the future.
If anyone discovered it, wouldn’t she be taken away for research?
That night, Lu Zhiyao slept very comfortably.
The next morning, the entire production team was bustling with noise.
Since she was still recovering at home, she didn’t witness the lively scene of new arrivals like before.
The only people she was close to were He Li and Hu Fang. After a few days together, the three of them had gotten along very well.
But they had gone to work, so no one came to visit her.
Bored, Lu Zhiyao sat in the room, unsure how to pass the time.
She wanted to read, but was afraid of being caught. Maybe she should prepare some handicrafts to pass the time?
When He Lingyun came in, she was staring out the window in a daze.
“Zhizhi, what are you thinking about?”
He interrupted her thoughts.
“I was thinking about my grandparents… and my parents.”
“When I return to my unit, I’ll look into it. Don’t worry—your parents are capable people. They’ll take good care of your grandparents.”
“Thank you, A-Ling.”
“Silly girl, didn’t I say you don’t need to thank me?”
“Alright, no more thanks.” She smiled. “A-Ling, it’s very lively outside. Did new educated youths arrive?”
“Yes.” He Lingyun recalled a certain female youth who had rolled her eyes at him. “Zhizhi, among the newcomers, there’s one girl who seems… a bit off. Stay away from her if you see her.”
Curious, she asked, “What happened?”
“The moment she saw me, she started making faces at me. When I ignored her, she began mocking me—saying that since I injured my lower abdomen, I’d end up a lifelong bachelor.”
There was unmistakable grievance in his voice.
Hearing this, Lu Zhiyao immediately understood—this must be the reborn female lead.
She knew the future, including his injury.
In the original story, Lu Zhiyao had chased after Pei Feng and never interacted much with He Lingyun, so she didn’t know about his condition.
But the reborn heroine knew everything and would try to gather powerful allies.
“Did she say anything else?”
“No, just acted arrogant—like the whole world was beneath her feet. Honestly, it felt like something was wrong with her head.”
“What do you think she looks like?”
“I didn’t pay attention. I already have you—other women have nothing to do with me.”
That answer satisfied Lu Zhiyao. If he had commented on her looks, it would mean he had paid attention.
“If she talks to you, just listen. Don’t take it to heart.”
“Zhizhi, I won’t talk to her. I’m your partner—I should keep my distance from others.”
“Good boy~”
After chatting for a while, Lu Zhiyao thought about sending some things to her elder brother. Aside from mushrooms, she didn’t have much she could send—she couldn’t casually take things out of her storage space.
She decided to wait until He Lingyun left before sending anything.
Whether it was her own thoughts or the original owner’s lingering emotions, she felt an urgent desire to hear news from her family.
Zhao Shijiao looked at the familiar Qingshan Production Team and realized she had been reborn.
She couldn’t help but feel delighted.
This time, she would never repeat her mistakes. She had to win over Pei Feng.
As for Lu Zhiyao—if she got in her way, she wouldn’t show mercy.
In her previous life, Lu Zhiyao had chased Pei Feng relentlessly. At first, he ignored her, but later, when the Lu family returned, he accepted her.
Meanwhile, Zhao Shijiao had been framed and married off to a notorious village scoundrel.
Lin Xinran—that wretch—she would never let her go this time.
But now, she hadn’t seen Lu Zhiyao and felt puzzled. Things were different from before.
Shouldn’t Lu Zhiyao be making a scene and refusing to let them into the house? Why was everything so quiet?
She had no idea that Lu Zhiyao had already moved out.
In the following days, He Li and Hu Fang often came to visit Lu Zhiyao and told her about the new arrivals.
The educated youth courtyard had become very lively—constant arguments every few days.
They even wanted to move out themselves, but no villagers were willing to take them in.
“Yaoyao, you’re so lucky—finding a military officer as your partner. You even moved out of the courtyard!”
Lu Zhiyao didn’t bother correcting them anymore.
“Actually, I’m renting this place. I pay five yuan a month. I also prepare my own food—I don’t eat with Grandpa He and Grandma He.”
“That’s still great. At least it’s quiet. Those people are too noisy. Especially Zhao Shijiao—she’s even more troublesome than you used to be. Compared to her, everyone thinks you’re easygoing now.”
“Heh… do you have to bring that up? I just wasn’t used to things back then.”
“Yes, yes—we all know.”
After chatting, they left.
Lu Zhiyao fell into thought. Why was this “female lead” so arrogant? It didn’t match the original story.
Could it be the butterfly effect caused by her transmigration?
Regardless of what was happening over there, after more than half a month of recovery, Lu Zhiyao was mostly healed. She couldn’t run yet, but walking was fine.
He Lingyun held her ankle, carefully checking it. Only after confirming there were no more bruises did he relax.
“Zhizhi, maybe you should rest a couple more days. I’m worried about long-term effects.”
“A-Ling, I’m fine. Walking normally isn’t a problem. The doctor said I can move slowly—just no running or jumping.”
“Alright. But if anything feels wrong, tell me immediately.”
“I know. Don’t worry.”
During this time, her feelings toward him had gradually changed.
His attentive care during her injury—never showing the slightest disgust—made her feel he was someone she could entrust her life to.
So one day, when he prepared bathwater for her, she nodded and agreed to officially be his partner.
He Lingyun was so overwhelmed with joy he didn’t know what to say—he just kept thanking her. For the first time in his life, this usually stoic man had red eyes.
It made her both amused and a little heartbroken.
He truly cared that deeply.
Before returning to his unit, he wanted to take her to meet his family and formally establish their engagement.
After more than half a month of observation, Lu Zhiyao felt he was a good man—handsome, kind, able to see through manipulative people, kept proper distance from other women, and was sensitive to her emotions.
Honestly, who wouldn’t be moved?
“Zhizhi, I’ll be returning to my unit next week.”
“Mm… then you…”
“Before I go, I want to take you to meet my family and formally confirm our relationship. Is that okay?”
Hearing him ask so seriously, she felt momentarily dazed.
Meet the parents?
She had met them before—but only as acquaintances.
Now suddenly becoming future in-laws… it felt a bit awkward.