Chapter 116: Becoming Godparents and Visiting the County Town

This kindness is something that absolutely cannot be forgotten.

Qin Tian didn’t stay long before he left.

When Sheng Zexi came back at noon, Gu Jianing told him about Qin Tian’s visit.

That afternoon, while Sheng Zexi was at home, Lin Xing brought his wife and daughter over. Today was the day they had agreed upon earlier to formally become godparents.

Guoguo, having been well taught by Zhang Shuwan, respectfully served tea to Gu Jianing and Sheng Zexi, and called them godfather and godmother.

Sheng Zexi and Gu Jianing both accepted, drank the tea, and each gave Guoguo a red envelope.

With that, the godparent relationship was officially established.

This time, Lin Xing sincerely expressed his gratitude to Gu Jianing—whether it was saving Guoguo back then or helping his wife conceive, these were favors he could never forget.

So, Lin Xing also brought quite a few gifts this time, insisting that Sheng Zexi and Gu Jianing accept them.

Gu Jianing knew that if she refused, they would feel uncomfortable, so she accepted the gifts.

In the end, the two families had a meal together and chatted for a long time before Lin Xing’s family finally left.

“Jianing, do you want to go to the county town in a couple of days?” Zhang Shuwan asked before leaving.

Spring had arrived, and the heavy snow that had blocked the mountain was about to end.

In the past couple of days, it had stopped snowing.

The military district had organized people to clear the snow everywhere, but although the snow had stopped, it was still very cold.

However, as the days passed, the temperature was gradually rising.

In a few days, it would probably be warmer and not so cold.

At that time, the military district’s procurement department would drive to the county town to buy supplies, and if any military wives wanted to go, they could catch a ride.

So, Zhang Shuwan invited Gu Jianing to go with her.

Gu Jianing quite enjoyed shopping, and with spring coming, they were running low on food at home, so it was a good time to restock.

“Sure, let’s go together in two days.” It just so happened that her training class would be on break that day.

“Great!”

In the blink of an eye, it was two days later.

When Gu Jianing woke up in the morning, her husband was already gone. She got dressed, washed up, and went to the kitchen. Lifting the lid of the steamer, she found warm porridge and side dishes inside, along with a bowl of goat’s milk and an egg.

The goat’s milk was something Sheng Zexi had specially ordered after hearing it was good for pregnant women and children.

The military district had arranged with nearby villagers to deliver it, and some families in the residential compound had also subscribed. As long as there were orders, the villagers would deliver it to the military district every morning.

It was a bit expensive, so not every family could afford it.

But Sheng Zexi didn’t mind—he wasn’t short on money, and as long as it was good for Jianing and the baby, he was willing to do it.

Gu Jianing drank the goat’s milk first. It was warm, and she’d heard it was sterilized at high temperature before delivery, so it tasted good and wasn’t at all gamey. After the milk, she ate the porridge with the side dishes and finished the egg.

Maybe it was because she was pregnant—even though she wasn’t showing yet and didn’t have any morning sickness—her appetite had increased.

Before, this amount of food would have been enough for two meals, but now it was just right.

Gu Jianing could understand—after all, she had two little lives quietly growing inside her.

After eating, she left the dishes to the side without washing them.

Sheng Zexi had repeatedly told her not to do any housework at all—he would take care of it when he got home.

Before she got pregnant, Gu Jianing could still help out with some small chores, even if she wasn’t very skilled, but at least she could lend a hand. But ever since she became pregnant, Sheng Zexi wouldn’t let her touch anything.

Being pampered like this was truly happiness.

Sheng Zexi hadn’t really agreed to her going out today at first, but he also didn’t want to keep her cooped up at home just because she was pregnant, so in the end, he agreed—he just told her to be extra careful.

After eating and resting for a bit, Gu Jianing heard Zhang Shuwan next door calling out, asking if she was ready to leave.

After all, the military district’s procurement department had a set departure time for supply runs.

“I’m ready, coming now,” Gu Jianing replied.

She put on a hat, wrapped a red scarf around her neck, and covered her face.

She wasn’t bragging, but if she showed her face in the county town, she’d definitely attract a lot of attention. To avoid unnecessary trouble, it was better to keep her face covered.

She liked looking good, but she really didn’t like trouble.

She hoped this trip would go smoothly—otherwise, Sheng Zexi probably wouldn’t let her go out alone again.

Soon, Gu Jianing locked the door and got in the car with Zhang Shuwan, heading to the county town.

On the way, Gu Jianing saw other military wives as well. Probably because the heavy snow had kept everyone stuck in the military district for the past two months, everyone was eager to go to the county town now that they had the chance.

Even though Gu Jianing was bundled up tightly, the little bit of skin that showed was as fair as snow.

And even under her coat, her graceful figure was still faintly visible.

Compared to when she first arrived at the military district, Gu Jianing was much more popular now. Maybe it was because people had heard she was teaching at the medical training class and might become a doctor at the military hospital, or maybe it was because of her rumored medical skills—not only had she saved Commander Cui, but there were even rumors she could help people get pregnant, though no one knew if it was true.

Anyway, on the ride, the other military wives were all very friendly and enthusiastic toward Gu Jianing, chatting nonstop. Zhang Shuwan barely had a chance to get a word in.

Gu Jianing wasn’t very good at socializing, especially with strangers, and these military wives were strangers to her. So she wasn’t very outgoing, but even so, she couldn’t fend off their enthusiasm.

It wasn’t until they arrived in the county town and got off the car together that Gu Jianing finally breathed a sigh of relief.

When the other wives asked where they were going and if they wanted to join up, Gu Jianing quickly found an excuse to decline.

Once the two of them were alone, Zhang Shuwan couldn’t help but laugh. “Look at you, acting like you’re facing a formidable enemy.”

Gu Jianing gave a wry smile. “I’m really not good at socializing.”

Besides, Gu Jianing didn’t see the need for that kind of socializing. She felt that having one or two close friends was enough—no need for more.

As for superficial friendships, she wasn’t interested. She thought it was just a waste of time.

“All right, let’s go. Let’s shop around the county town first,” Zhang Shuwan said, taking Gu Jianing’s arm.

“Sure.”

The two of them shopped and bought what they needed, and before they knew it, it was noon.

“Let’s eat at the state-run restaurant—it’s just ahead,” Zhang Shuwan suggested.

“Okay,” Gu Jianing agreed.

So, the two of them went into the state-run restaurant and each ordered a serving of dumplings. Since they were about to eat, Gu Jianing had to take off her scarf…"