Chapter 29: Chapter 29: She Let Go, He Grew Anxious

Wang Pandi glared at him intently, showing her dissatisfaction.

Yang Zhigang raised an eyebrow, “Isn’t it so? Why do I feel you’re afraid… of Yang Zhigang? Or perhaps, you’re guilty?” With his sharp observation skills honed from ten years in the military, he was sure the young woman was hiding something regarding Yang Zhigang.

“What are you talking about? Nonsense… utter nonsense!” Wang Pandi sharply retorted, “Let’s go then, lead the way.”

Yang Zhigang’s lips curled into a smile, casting a meaningful glance at her before turning to walk down the passage.

Wang Pandi followed behind him, glaring at the back of his head fiercely, waving her little fist in a gesture of wanting to hit him.

Who was Yang Zhigang? He had excellent hearing and eyesight, ranking among the top elites of the scout squad. He suddenly turned around, catching her in the act, baring teeth and claws. He raised an eyebrow and smiled as he looked at her.

Wang Pandi silently pulled back her hand and lowered her head, her face flushing like a guilty child wishing to hide in her chest.

“Alright, you cheeky girl, let’s go…” Yang Zhigang said while walking, seemingly casually, “You mentioned that the soldier with the same name as mine went on a matchmaking date with your elder sister. Did it work out?”

Wang Pandi felt relieved that he didn’t pursue it deeper. She suddenly realized she shouldn’t have been so ungrateful. Today, he first helped her catch a thief, then found someone to apply medicine, and now even helped her buy meat.

He was kind to her, yet she was dissatisfied with him because of some petty thoughts and had a bad attitude. She needed to reflect on herself; one should never repay kindness with enmity.

Upon hearing his question, she was pondering how to ease their relationship but decided to take the opportunity seriously and replied, “No, it didn’t. My elder sister disliked him for having a limp and chased him away the moment they met… Alas… she’s really too much.”

“Oh?” Yang Zhigang didn’t offer an opinion on this, only asked again, “What do you think of that Yang Zhigang? If it were you, would you dislike him?”

“What are you saying?” Wang Pandi’s heart skipped a beat, her face flushed, and she mumbled, “I’ve never met him, how would I know what he’s like…”

“If you don’t know, you don’t know; why are you blushing?” Yang Zhigang asked with a smile, “What’s on your mind? Why do you panic and flush at the mention of this name?”

“Oh, stop it,” Wang Pandi stomped her foot slightly, feeling conflicted.

“Tell me about it, I can give you some advice.”

Feeling a weight off her shoulders, Wang Pandi thought it better to listen to a stranger’s advice than to be tangled up herself, “My family says that this Yang Zhigang is quite nice. Aunt implied asking if I would be willing to go on a matchmaking date with him.”

Inside, Yang Zhigang felt as though his emotions were churned up like a storm. Both of them stood at the back door, with him tightly clenching his fists to contain his excitement and trying to keep his tone calm as he asked, “Then, are you willing?”

“I…” Wang Pandi hesitated, “I don’t know either.”

Yang Zhigang was anxious, “How can you not know, do you also dislike him because of his disability?”

“Don’t talk nonsense, he isn’t disabled,” Wang Pandi glared at him before speaking, “He’s a hero, got a bit injured on the battlefield, and only has a slight limp.”

Apparently, Wang Miaomiao’s repeated emphasis on the concept of soldiers injured coming home as heroes was having an effect. See, Wang Pandi just voiced out such an elegant notion.

Inside, Yang Zhigang felt extremely reassured by her small gesture of defense, “Then, what are you worried about?”

“He previously went on a date with my elder sister, which didn’t work out. If I also date him and it doesn’t work out, won’t people say he’s rejecting me? Then where will I put my face?” Wang Pandi said with some frustration, “Alas, my elder sister caused a scene that day and pushed my younger sister, injuring her. This stirred up quite a fuss; the whole village knows now. His conditions are there, and not better than his can be found around here. I’m also afraid…”

“Afraid of what?” Yang Zhigang was really worried, suddenly recalling that day on the road meeting aunt and her injured younger sister. Alas… that elder sister had such a bad temper, the young girl must be bullied at home by her too.

“Afraid… afraid that if it works out, people say I’m riding on a dragon; if it doesn’t, they say I’m offering myself but no one wants me…” Wang Pandi had been conflicted over this for several nights, battling internally, unable to make a decision.

“Besides, my mom has been secretly pointed at by village folks over my elder sister’s issue, saying she as a stepmother is mistreating her stepdaughter. Although my elder sister married yesterday, if I date that man, past issues will certainly be brought up again, causing trouble, becoming gossip for others. Alas… forget it, no more fuss about it… I’m not destined for that man.” These are her concerns, which have been ruminated on secretly for days, but once expressed, she actually felt relieved and suddenly let it go.

She let go, but Yang Zhigang was anxious, “How can you just forget it, didn’t you say his conditions are excellent, better than anyone around here. Missing out on him is such a pity…”

“He is quite good, but upon closer reflection, that’s about it.” Wang Pandi once she set it aside truly let it go.

She was resolute, sometimes stubbornly clinging to what she believed, but once she let it go, she took it in stride and became carefree.

Just like with Meng Zhiqing, upon hearing he was having an ambiguous relationship with Li Xiaohong, observing secretly, indeed found him unreliable. Moreover, it was not only Li Xiaohong; he also had shady interactions with another female intellectual from the village.

Once knowing he was a scoundrel, Wang Pandi no longer got entangled with him, and when Meng Zhiqing sought her, she resolutely exploded, mentioned Li Xiaohong’s and the female intellectual’s names, scaring Meng Zhiqing away, making him stay put at the intellectual point, being much more disciplined these days.

“I’m still young, not in a rush. I’ll search slowly in the future, and when fate arrives, I’ll definitely meet someone nice.” Wang Pandi, once having thought it through, truly didn’t rush anymore. The family atmosphere left her comfortable, feeling warmth never felt before. She no longer hurried to find an escape route from this home.

Yang Zhigang felt a mix of emotions, wanting to say more when Yang Zhiyong approached, carrying a two-pound piece of pork belly, “Brother, and this… um…” He momentarily didn’t know how to address her appropriately.

“Mr. Wang,” Yang Zhigang secretly glared at him and introduced.

“Oh… Mr. Wang, how does this meat suit your fancy?” Yang Zhiyong beamed a particularly goofy smile.

“It’s perfect, thank you so much, Mr. Yang. Thank you, thank you.” Such good meat, she was immensely pleased; truly having someone backing you gets things done, just as her sister said accurately.

“Keep this money and ticket,” Wang Pandi hurriedly handed over money and ticket, fearing they might change their mind, making the transaction safe by exchanging cash and goods hand-in-hand.

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