Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2325 - 2261: Thinking Too Far Ahead

"Brother Xinian, when have I ever meddled in your professional responsibilities?"

Aside from that one time I rushed to rescue him, of course.

Taking a deep breath, Chiang Xiao pressed on, "However, I need to understand the reason why."

She wanted to know why he would choose to go, fully aware of her distress, yet still desiring to depart.

With a heavy sigh, Meng Xinian replied, "I realize this might sound somewhat idealistic, but these are my genuine feelings. As a Supervisor Guard, it is our duty to go wherever we are required. When a place is still under siege, I have no justification to refuse the call to save lives and defend homes. Had my name not been on the original list, I wouldn't have stepped forward to volunteer, but since I am included, I cannot retreat."

Even though his heart had grown softer now that he had someone to cherish, he could not abandon his original vow as a Supervisor Guard.

"One day, when I am old, gray-haired, and toothless, I'll be telling our grandchildren about my service. If they look up and ask, 'Grandpa, why didn't you go to help back then?' what answer could I possibly give them?"

His words were somber and weighed heavily on her, but the image Meng Xinian painted made Chiang Xiao want to burst into laughter despite herself.

"You are looking far too deep into the future."

He was already preoccupied with grandchildren?

He ought to consider their own sons and daughters first.

"It isn't far at all; we are destined to walk this life's path together until the end."

"Are you really so certain you'll return in one piece?" Chiang Xiao countered. "Don't act like it's a simple matter. You know you have a track record of getting into trouble."

Meng Xinian sighed once more. "Should I carry more peace talismans with me this time?"

Didn't she have those things?

Chiang Xiao bit down on her lip.

"If I were to draw ten or even eight of them and made you wear every single one, would you actually do it?"

"I would. I'd just tell them my wife gave them to me. On these types of dispatch missions, the superiors aren't usually that strict about such personal items."

Chiang Xiao pursed her lips and replied, "In that case, I'll draw a hundred for you."

A low chuckle escaped Meng Xinian.

He was aware she was merely being playful, but sensing her genuine anxiety, he could only offer a soft, consenting murmur.

"In any case, the roster isn't set in stone yet. It won't happen immediately. There is still a lot of coordination required among the higher-ups."

"Understood." Chiang Xiao let out a faint sigh. "Brother Xinian, ensure you train rigorously during this period. Keep your body in its best possible condition."

She wasn't going to stop him.

Therefore, if his departure was inevitable, the only thing she could do was provide her full support.

In the days to come, she would dedicate herself to crafting more peace talismans while experimenting with new talisman diagrams.

"Little, you are the best. I love you," Meng Xinian whispered in a deep tone.

He felt incredibly fortunate to have found her.

Any other woman might have adamantly forbidden him from going.

"Brother Xinian, I love you so much too."

That is why, if you must go, you absolutely have to return to me safely.

After the call ended, Chiang Xiao sat lost in thought for a long time until a knock sounded at the door.

Guan Tiezhu, noticing she hadn't responded, went to see who it was.

The door swung open to reveal Old He standing there.

"Where is Xiao Chiang?"

"She's inside."

Old He entered the living room and tapped on the open door, catching Chiang Xiao’s attention. Since Old He worked at the tea house, his sudden arrival made her wonder if there was news from the shop.

"Old He, has something happened?"

She inquired with a hint of worry.

"Xiao Chiang, business at the tea house is thriving, but we've encountered a customer who is proving very difficult to manage," Old He explained.