Rebirth: Splendid Marriage in the 80s Chapter 2626 - 2562: Officer Meng Is Quite Good-Looking

It truly felt as though he was waiting for me to speak first, should I absolutely need to utter a word.

Chiang Xiao observed him for a moment before suddenly asking, "Ding Haijing, weren't you and Hu Xiangyong from the same training camp? You'd mentioned it before."

"I merely stated it was highly probable."

"Alright then, may I inquire, where did you go after leaving that training camp? I mean, what was your subsequent assignment?"

Ding Haijing's eyebrows lifted slightly.

"Still within the Alliance."

"The Alliance encompasses numerous locales, encompassing sea, land, and air. Furthermore, there are various subdivisions such as clerical teams, communication teams, and security teams. Where exactly were you assigned?"

"Are you attempting to change the topic?"

"No, I simply believe this has some relevance to our impending discussion, and I wish to clarify it."

Ding Haijing perceived a touch of craftiness in her approach.

"What if I were to say it's classified information?"

"Is it a secret?"

If it was a secret, would it remain so even after retirement?

Ding Haijing mused that with just a few carefully chosen words, he had indeed been led into her carefully laid trap.

He let out a silent chuckle, suddenly comprehending the sentiment Hu Xiangyong must have experienced while conversing with Chiang Xiao here yesterday.

"Xiao Chiang, does Great Officer Meng also frequently find himself outmaneuvered by you?" he inquired with a smile.

Chiang Xiao shook her head, a hint of teeth-clenched frustration in her voice, "That fellow always manages to gain the upper hand."

For instance, he would discover her weaknesses, trick her into revealing information, and invariably emerge victorious.

And on those final nights before his departure, she always found herself being coaxed into complying with his desires, as if she were some simple-minded farm animal.

She had explicitly declared that if she ever listened to him again, she would abandon her surname, Chiang, yet—

She truly did not retain the surname Chiang.

Instead, she adopted the surname Jiang.

Or perhaps, she had ended up with his surname.

It was utterly exasperating.

The mere mention of Meng the Tyrant sent Chiang Xiao's thoughts drifting far away, prompting her to wonder what Meng the Tyrant was occupied with at this very moment.

Meng Xinian removed his clothing and stepped beneath the showerhead, allowing the cool water to cascade over his body, washing down his face, neck, chest, and further below.

The man beside him, also showering, cast a sideways glance at him.

"Great Officer Meng possesses quite an appealing physique."

Such remarks prompted Meng Xinian to wipe the water from his face and return the gaze to the other individual.

"Young Alliance Official Wei is also not lacking in appearance."

Similar pleasantries were often exchanged among the men within the Alliance.

"Hehe. I hadn't anticipated encountering Officer Meng here; I have long admired your reputation."

"I was even more surprised to find Junior Alliance Officer not enjoying his time at sea but instead venturing onto land to add some excitement."

Wei Yixi chuckled, "Believe it or not, I grew somewhat weary of the sea, which led me to apply for this posting."

"Do you not believe you are overstepping your bounds?"

"I do not think so, as my capabilities on land are by no means inferior."

"Confidence is indeed a commendable trait."

Meng Xinian proceeded to scrub the grime from his body.

Their bathhouse was a communal facility, devoid of private chambers, and they were all accustomed to bathing alongside their comrades, with no cause for shyness.

Therefore, as they showered, the two men engaged in conversation on topics that were serious, even somewhat weighty.

"On this particular matter, I must defer to Officer Meng; I hear Officer Meng exudes immense self-assurance."

"Hmm, for someone of my caliber, if I lacked confidence, would that not cause others to perish from sheer inadequacy?"

Hehe.

It was precisely as he had heard.

Wei Yixi's tone shifted noticeably, "Regarding the matter you and Chiang Xiao requested I investigate, I have recently unearthed a piece of information. My uncle mentioned that Hu Xiangyong is not using his true name; however, I did manage to ascertain his actual name."