Reborn As Super Heiress

Chapter 2535: Chapter 2437: Sister-in-Law

After witnessing Huo Sining’s gambling skills, a bunch of soldiers were eager to have a match with her, itching to see just how extraordinary their sister-in-law’s gambling techniques really were.

However, they couldn’t linger outside for long. This visit to meet Huo Sining was already a one-day leave approved by their political commissar, and staying overnight was technically against the rules, meaning they’d definitely face double training penalties upon returning.

But they were already used to double training penalties and didn’t really mind it much.

Having met Huo Sining and enjoyed a drink with this sister-in-law, even though the battle was intense, these guys felt this outing was worth it, even if they got punished.

It’s just a pity they didn’t get to play a round of cards with the captain’s wife.

But as Yu Fei wisely said, there’s always tomorrow, and plenty of opportunities in the future to challenge this sister-in-law in gambling.

The next morning, after Huo Sining and the others got up, Yu Fei and his group were ready to bid farewell to Huo Sining.

Knowing they had a tight training schedule, Huo Sining didn’t insist on them staying longer, but she did stuff a few boxes of liquor into Yu Fei’s car before they left.

The liquor was arranged by Huo Sining through a restaurant owner, knowing full well that once these guys were back on base, alcohol would be forbidden. Nevertheless, she got it for them.

The saying goes "when evil rises a foot, virtue rises ten," and surely these guys would have a way to hide the booze. She just provided the liquor and didn’t concern herself with how they handled it.

Sure enough, when they saw a few neatly packed boxes of premium liquor on the car, the guys’ eyes lit up instantly, and they looked at Huo Sining with even more admiration.

"Haha, sister-in-law really understands us, you’re the best!"

"Thanks, sister-in-law. If the captain ever bullies you, just tell us, we’ve got your back!"

Huo Sining smiled, nodded, and sent Yu Fei and the others off. Then, when she turned around, she saw Wu Jun looking longingly at the fading shadow of the military vehicle.

She knew what was on his mind. His youth and impulsive decisions had ended his military career, but he still held deep affection for the army.

Yet, what’s past is past. Even if there’s regret, it can’t be helped.

Huo Sining couldn’t help but sigh, reaching out to give Wu Jun a solid pat on the shoulder.

Wu Jun snapped out of it and, seeing Huo Sining’s sympathetic gaze, instead grinned with a sense of relief and amusement:

"What are you looking at me like that for? Don’t worry, I’ve come to terms with it long ago. I don’t regret what happened back then."

"Who in this world truly has the chance to follow their heart and do something crazy? Those drug dealers got what they deserved. I don’t think I was too harsh, and even after thirty years, it’s the thing I’m most proud of and think was most worth doing. Even if I had to do it all over again, I’d still do it the same way!"

"Besides, meeting the captain and you, you two are the best things to happen to me. I have no regrets because of you guys."

"I’m living well and fulfilled now, and nothing could be a better ending than this."

Huo Sining smiled and nodded: "It’s good that you think that way. I was worried you’d get stuck in it and couldn’t move on."

Wu Jun chuckled and shook his head: "If six years can’t teach a person to grow, then those six years were wasted. I’m living more carefree than most people now, so what’s there to be so worked up about?"

What Huo Sining admired about Wu Jun was precisely this. You’d think most people who faced the destruction of their family would have broken down long ago, but he persevered. It’s truly remarkable.

However, Huo Sining’s expression turned serious, as she earnestly fixed her gaze on Wu Jun:

"I’m glad to hear you say that, it shows your captain didn’t misjudge you. But before that, I need to ask you a question, and I hope you’ll answer it truthfully."

Wu Jun was a bit taken aback. It was rare to see Huo Sining with such a serious expression, which made him a bit serious too. He nodded and said:

"Go ahead."

Huo Sining asked, "Last night was a special situation, so I didn’t ask you then. I’m not interested in the marriage agreement Liao Hong mentioned regarding Yingzi, or the feud between your two families. I just want to ask you one question: have you ever had feelings for Yingzi?"

Wu Jun’s expression immediately fell, showing a look of exasperation.

"Little sister-in-law, Boss Huo, how many times do I have to explain this? Let me put it this way: back when I was in school, Yingzi was the kind of girl who followed me around like a shadow."

"Don’t you know how boys are? We like climbing trees for bird eggs, digging in the dirt for loaches, and getting into fights. That little girl loved tattling; she’d rat us out for the smallest things. Who would like that?"

"Back then, I was dying to ditch her, just wanting to leave and be free. Who wanted a little girl bossing them around?"

"I didn’t even finish high school. I joined the army at sixteen. At that age, could I even understand romantic feelings? Isn’t that nonsense? I just saw Yingzi as a little sister, never had those kinds of thoughts."

"But my dad and the Liao Family had an agreement in advance. My idea was, if I could break off the engagement, I would. If not, and if she couldn’t find anyone else to marry in the future, then I’d marry her and bring her with the army."

"Who knew my family would end up in that situation, and I’d lose my job? I couldn’t offer promises or a future then. What if the enemies killed me someday? I didn’t want her dragged into danger."

"It wasn’t about romantic feelings; she was never really involved with me. No need for her to lose her life over it."

Huo Sining nodded, smiling: "Alright, then that’s that. I was really worried I’d come home with you this time and run into some dramatic old flame thing with your ex-fiancée. Qingqing would hate me for that."

When Wu Jun heard Huo Sining mention Su Qingqing’s name, his face immediately froze and he got a bit anxious:

"Hey, sister-in-law, can we discuss this? I swear, Yingzi and I have nothing going on, and she’s already married with kids. Can you not mention this to Qingqing? Otherwise, she’ll come charging over for sure."