Chapter 305: with translation of chapter title

Su Ruo smiled at Bai Xinya and said: "He is a good person; I want to try."

Bai Xinya heard Su Ruo's words, her eyes filled with astonishment; in her heart, although Su Ruo was young, she was the very picture of calm and rationality.

Bai Xinya had never heard her speak such uncertain words before, even mixed with an element of gambling.

Song Jingyu must be exceptionally outstanding, for Su Ruo to risk herself for him.

Bai Xinya lifted her gaze to Song Jingyu, murmuring, "He is truly an exceptionally outstanding man!"

If Bai Xinya were ten or so years younger, she would surely find it hard not to be moved by such a man.

"Then when are you planning to get married?" Bai Xinya asked again.

"Originally it was uncertain, but now that you've come, I want to ask An'an and the others before deciding."

If Bai Xinya and the others hadn't come, Su Ruo might have waited a while longer; now that An'an and the others are here, Su Ruo decided that if An'an had no objection, she would go ahead with it.

Bai Xinya watched An'an, who was still playfully tussling with Li Zhaodi, and only in front of Su Ruo did she show such a relaxed, happy, childlike side.

At other times, she behaved like a little adult, sensible enough to make people feel sorry for her.

"An'an won't have any objections," Bai Xinya said with a smile, feeling that Su Ruo's worries were completely unnecessary; this child would surely have no objection to any decision Su Ruo made.

Sometimes Bai Xinya thought that even if one day Su Ruo said she wanted to blow up the earth, An'an would probably not hesitate to go prepare the explosives.

Bai Xinya couldn't help but shake her head and chuckle, gathering her thoughts, then continued: "Regarding your marriage, An'an will have no objection; it's Qin Xiao this child you need to observe more closely."

After hearing Bai Xinya's words, Su Ruo lifted her gaze to Qin Xiao; after not seeing him for a while, the boy seemed even more silent.

He stood behind An'an, clearly of an age that should be full of vigor, yet he acted mature like an elderly person, like a shadow, easy to overlook.

Bai Xinya sighed softly and said: "This child is too silent, and he values An'an too much; I sometimes really worry about him."

Su Ruo thought of Qin Xiao's childhood experiences; after going through those things, perhaps no one could remain sunny and cheerful again.

She gently patted Bai Xinya's shoulder and said: "You don't need to worry so much; everyone has their own fate, and you have already raised them extremely well."

Su Ruo's words eased Bai Xinya's worries a little; she knew that in educating children she clung too much to her notions, far less open-minded than Su Ruo.

After chatting and laughing, they arrived at the cafeteria; as Su Ruo and the others just entered, the Head Chef warmly approached and said to Song Jingyu:

Chief, commander, knowing that Dr. Su's family is coming, I have specially had people prepare plenty of seafood, just waiting for you to arrive so I can cook it.

Su Ruo and Song Jingyu exchanged a glance; they both knew that the "chief, commander" the chef mentioned was naturally Lu Zhan.

To facilitate her marriage to Song Jingyu, Lu Zhan first arranged for special privilege to be granted, bringing Li Zhaodi and the others to the island; now even the meals have been arranged, truly like a father going to great lengths.

Song Jingyu nodded slightly and said: "Then please trouble yourself."

The kitchen Head Chef immediately chuckled and said: "No trouble, no trouble; to fulfill the chief, commander's assignment is an honor for me—just wait a moment, I'll get started right away."

Since it wasn't yet mealtime, the dishes were served quickly, and the number of people coming to the cafeteria to eat began to increase steadily.

The dishes on Su Ruo's table naturally attracted some people's attention; unaware that the food had been prepared at Lu Zhan's behest, they thought Su Ruo and her companions were being overly extravagant and wasteful.

After all, if in this era everyone is struggling to fill their stomachs, eating so well inevitably invites envy.

These people at first merely whispered among themselves, but seeing Su Ruo and her companions silent, their voices gradually grew louder, and their remarks became sarcastic and cutting.

Su Ruo originally didn't want to pay attention to them, but their words grew increasingly unpleasant, directly affecting her and her companions' mood while eating.

But just as Su Ruo was about to speak, the Head Chef who had come to ask how the food tasted, upon hearing those people's words, immediately scolded: "What nonsense are you spouting? These dishes were prepared at the behest of the army chief; by saying such things you are affecting the guests' mood—watch out, or you'll be thrown out."

The chef's remark instantly silenced the scene; no one had expected Lu Zhan to value Song Jingyu so highly that he personally arranged the meals even for Su Ruo's family.

Those who had just been making disparaging remarks instantly fell silent, clutching their unfinished lunch boxes as they slunk away, none wanting to bring trouble upon their own men.

After these people left, the cafeteria fell silent again; Su Ruo and her companions continued eating, not taking the incident to heart.

For them, the food really wasn't that special—just a novelty, with no connection to luxury.

They work hard to earn money precisely to improve their lives; otherwise, what would be the point of making money?

The chef's skills were excellent, no one found fault, and Su Ruo and her companions enjoyed their meal heartily; after all, being able to eat with the ones they love makes even radish pickles a joy.

After the meal, because Li Zhaodi and the others wanted to see where Su Ruo lived, several of them went to her dormitory.

Su Ruo's dormitory, though not large, was kept clean and cozy—more than enough for one person.

However, Su Ruo's single room could certainly not accommodate that many people, so Bai Xinya and the others' belongings had been arranged in advance at the guesthouse.

An'an clung to Su Ruo's arm, acting coquettishly, and said: "Tonight I want to sleep with Mom."

Regarding An'an's request, Su Ruo naturally would not refuse; after all, she hadn't seen An'an in a long time and also wanted more contact with her daughter.

Seeing this, Li Zhaodi couldn't help but tease An'an a few more times, and the two immediately burst into laughter and play.

At that moment, Song Jingyu, who had been silent beside them, spoke with eyes full of guilt: "Actually, with my rank I can apply for housing; I won't let Ruo Ruo keep living here. Once the housing is approved, next time you come you'll be able to live at home, and An'an will have her own room."