Back To The 80s: President's Doted Wife Chapter 1644 - 1645: Setting a Trap for the Wife

Having been married for several years, Qi Taiguo had come to understand Cheng Su’s personality; for decisions she made, she seldom wavered. Any change of heart typically signaled external factors at play.

Considering Cheng Su's sharp business acumen, she would certainly not let slip a clear opportunity to profit from opening a new shop.

The words of dissuasion that had been on the tip of Qi Taiguo's tongue were retracted as he noticed the vibrant sparkle in her eyes.

He decided it was best not to try persuading her. Besides, who could predict the future of his own career? If circumstances changed, would she be willing to let him pursue different paths?

Ning Ge had already subtly conveyed his intentions to Chief Ning, and they were now merely awaiting the opportune moment.

With this thought in mind, Qi Taiguo deliberately adopted a stern expression and declared, "In my view, you're going back on your word. You initially stated that you would wait until the business was well-established before having a child, so you could dedicate time to their upbringing and not miss those precious moments. Yet now, the child is born, and you haven't eased your pace one bit!"

Cheng Su felt a twinge of guilt and asked hesitantly, glancing at him, "But aren't I just seizing the moment? Business opportunities are fleeting..."

Qi Taiguo scoffed, "Very well, I can't sway you. If my own career undergoes a significant shift in the future, don't come crying to me or claim you weren't warned."

Cheng Su, completely oblivious to his underlying motive, happily linked her arm through his, chuckling, "Am I the sort of person to do that? You're supporting me now, and I'll absolutely support you in return!"

"Oh? So if I were to be transferred all across Jiangnan, you'd support that too?" Qi Taiguo inquired, raising an eyebrow deliberately.

"Of course, but... is something like that even feasible?" Cheng Su's demeanor shifted, and she asked cautiously.

"Not at this moment, but who knows what the future holds? Life is full of unpredictable twists and turns!" Qi Taiguo responded with a shrug.

Cheng Su scrutinized him closely, finding no unusual signs, and stated, "Regardless, no matter how your circumstances change, you certainly won't be exiled to the frontier!"

With Ning Ge's backing, Qi Taiguo was still considered part of the Ning Clan's faction; moreover, as a new family member, he was unlikely to be sent to some desolate, frigid region!

"That's true," Qi Taiguo concurred, adding, "So, I'll go along with your current path, and in the future, you'll need to accompany me on mine!"

Cheng Su replied, "Indeed. As the saying goes, 'Follow the chicken if you marry a chicken, follow the dog if you marry a dog.' Do you truly believe I would worry about you running off to the ends of the earth?"

Qi Taiguo reclined, crossing one leg over the other, and continued to subtly lay a trap for his wife. "Running off to the ends of the earth is certainly out of the question. However, undertaking a significant mission lasting several months, or even a transfer to another location, is a possibility."

Cheng Su also lay down, propping her head with one hand, and inquired, "Now that you mention it, how many years have you been stationed at this military district?"

Qi Taiguo meticulously counted on his fingers and stated, "Nearly ten years now!"

Cheng Su remarked, "That long? For military personnel like yourself, it's typically not possible to remain in one post until retirement, is it?"

Qi Taiguo's heart fluttered slightly, and he replied, "It depends on the specific military branch or an individual's capabilities. Some individuals do indeed remain in their posts for their entire careers." Noticing her contemplative expression, he probed, "Why, are you concerned about me being transferred?"

Cheng Su glanced at him and said, "I'm not sure. A transfer should signify greater opportunities, shouldn't it?"

"It's a fifty-fifty chance. Some individuals, having remained in one locality for an extended period, might resist relocation. Every place presents its own unique challenges, and establishing oneself anew requires considerable courage and proven achievements!" Qi Taiguo explained. "Even in ancient military garrisons, every new general encountered resistance from the established hierarchy. Without adeptly navigating these dynamics, achieving significant success becomes difficult."

This explanation resonated with Cheng Su, and she nodded, saying, "Alright, let's not dwell on this any longer. It's time for sleep. We have to see the elders off tomorrow!"

Qi Taiguo exhaled a sigh of relief, thinking that if she were to fall into the trap he had set early on, the consequences in the future wouldn't be too shocking, would they?