[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"origin-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio":3,"chapter-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-225":6},{"origin":4,"title":5},"english","Rich in the 70s: I Made a Rugged Veteran a Millionaire",{"chapter":7,"nextChapterSlug":19,"prevChapterSlug":20,"totalChapters":21,"novelImage":22},{"id":8,"novel_id":9,"title":10,"slug":11,"index":12,"content":13,"wordcount":14,"created_at":15,"updated_at":15,"volume":16,"translator":17,"content_hash":18},890789,1166,"Chapter 225: First Kiss","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-225",225,"\u003Cp>Upon hearing the directors’ words, Jiang Cheng initially shook her head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que couldn’t go.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que closely followed Jiang Cheng’s expressions. Seeing her shaking her head, he helplessly counted down the time he could stand.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t go, and none of the other directors can either.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que had long considered this issue; he wasn’t comfortable with Jiang Cheng going out alone.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>No matter how powerful one is, handling multiple foes at once is difficult.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que looked at Jiang Cheng, inquiring, \"Gao Zhonghua can accompany you as a bodyguard, but listen to me first.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Interrupting Jiang Cheng’s attempt to speak, Shen Que continued, \"In just a month and a half, I’ll be able to stand. I can move freely now.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Moreover, I have people around me who can assist.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Gao Zhonghua is skilled; I trust him to protect you well.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Additionally, I’m preparing to send Li Chunxiang to Yang City for training; she can accompany you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Having two trustworthy people with you makes things easier.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng understood.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The excuse of training in Yang City was just a pretext; Shen Que deliberately sent Li Chunxiang on a trip for her sake.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu and Director Fang understood as well.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu quickly reacted, saying, \"What a coincidence! Our factory’s Sun Aiguo is also going to Yang City for training; you should travel together!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng smiled wryly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She hadn’t even agreed to Shen Que before Director Lu joined the fun.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Beside her, there was Director Fang eagerly waiting.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Our factory’s Jian Yueer —\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng interrupted, meeting Director Fang’s resentful gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Director Lu, Director Fang, I appreciate your intentions, but Shen Que has already arranged for two people, which is enough.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Though I’m an excellent interpreter, having too many people might make others jealous. Let’s be modest.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu suddenly frowned, saying, \"If we’re capable, why be afraid?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Exactly! I’m sending people with you; let’s see who dares to be jealous!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Fang supported Director Lu, the two showing a bit of brotherly unity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng helplessly looked at the directors, mysteriously saying:\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"You don’t understand... many things are better done discreetly; success comes through secrecy, not flamboyance.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Director Lu and Director Fang thought this over; it made some sense.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Besides, the decision rested with Jiang Cheng.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Reluctantly, they agreed, but they still had concerns.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang Cheng, outside, don’t drink the water others give you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"If you lose money, don’t chase after it; I’ll reimburse you.’\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Take good care of yourself!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng patiently listened to the directors, exchanging a glance with Shen Que before he went off to work.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Soon, Jiang Cheng redirected the directors’ attention to Gao Zhonghua and Li Chunxiang.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Gao Zhonghua and Li Chunxiang received booklets and were listening attentively, seriously taking notes.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Accompanying Jiang Cheng seemed like a sacred mission.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng shook her head, helplessly saying, \"Is it necessary?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Of course, it’s necessary!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Principal Wang suddenly chimed in, \"Ms. Jiang Cheng, being so unconfident is not like you.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng turned back, feigning ignorance, asking, \"Principal Wang, do you mean is it necessary to make such a fuss over me?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I can’t blame you; it’s my fault for being too excellent.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After boasting, Jiang Cheng walked away.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Principal Wang, holding a teacup, murmured with a wry smile: Never learns!\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Just past eleven in the morning, Jiang Cheng entered her new home carrying firewood, symbolizing prosperity.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Behind her, others carried symbolic items of peace, full harvests, and abundance, like big carp representing luck.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once the good omens ceremony concluded, it was time to officially start lunch.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Two large tables were set.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Each table had eight dishes: six meat dishes, two vegetarian, and two cold appetizers.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>A splendid feast.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>As the host, Jiang Cheng raised her glass in thanks.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>With a few words, she invited everyone to eat while it’s hot.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Everyone was familiar, and nobody pushed drinks, eating casually.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng had a few drinks with Old Master Ma and Principal Wang, while Shen Que couldn’t drink due to his condition.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The meal lasted more than an hour.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Afterward, as guests had tea they began leaving one by one.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng saw each guest off, and upon returning, the tables were already cleared.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen didn’t let Jiang Cheng do any chores, gesturing to the room, saying: \"Tidy up yourself; you’re going to head out.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Alright, thank you, Grandma Shen.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen waved her hand, saying: \"It’s fine; I’ll leave it for Shen Que to do.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng laughed heartily, as Shen Que helplessly looked at the two, saying: \"Alright, leave it for me.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Grandma Shen walked away carrying a basin.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Inside, only Jiang Cheng and Shen Que remained.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng took a stool, sitting next to Shen Que, staring at him.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"What’s up?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que felt a bit uneasy under her gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng remained silent, continuing to stare.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is there something on my face?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que awkwardly wiped his face, when Jiang Cheng suddenly spoke: \"I’ve realized you’re particularly handsome today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Is—\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Before the word \"is\" came out, Jiang Cheng already stood, leaning down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Her red lips precisely landed on Shen Que’s.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She had been wanting to do this for a while.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>In the moment their breaths intertwined, Jiang Cheng sensed Shen Que’s breathing pause momentarily.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His long arms wrapped around her waist, increasing pressure on her lips.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng’s arms hooked around Shen Que’s neck, leaning forward.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The dominant one in the kiss was Jiang Cheng, the gentle one was Shen Que.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The stove’s flames crackled, seemingly composing a melody for them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng gently leaned back, resting her forehead against Shen Que’s, meeting eyes softly and tenderly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Do you like it?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The slightly raspy query stirred a bit of aggression in Shen Que’s gaze.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>His raspy voice alluringly replied: \"Like it... immensely!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Saying that ’immensely,’ Shen Que suddenly lifted his head, throat moving.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>This time, it was his turn.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Adding some aggression, adding some fervor, and a touch of urgency.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>The indoor temperature seemed to rise, making the stove recess.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Once they calmed down, meeting eyes again, there was more between them.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que took a deep breath, working to calm down.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Jiang Cheng, when I can stand, shall we get married?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Sure!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng readily agreed, momentarily leaving Shen Que too joyous to react.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng raised an eyebrow at him, saying: \"Why so surprised?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Shen Que shook his head.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Not surprised, just very happy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Hahaha! Really! I’m so happy!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Lost in the moment, Shen Que laughed foolishly.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng sat beside him, quietly watching him enjoy his happiness.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>She liked seeing him happy.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>After his joy, Shen Que began incoherently offering Jiang Cheng everything he owned.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I didn’t bring my salary card... nor my passbook today.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"I’ll go get them!\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Jiang Cheng quickly stopped Shen Que.\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"No rush; I won’t be going anywhere soon. Stay with me a bit; I’m leaving the day after tomorrow.\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>Thinking of this, Jiang Cheng asked a bit more: \"Shen Que, after we marry, I’ll still go out often; can you accept that?\"\u003C\u002Fp>\n\u003Cp>\"Also, what’s your opinion on children? Do you want them or not?\"\u003C\u002Fp>",1184,"2026-06-03T05:46:21.788Z",1,"novelbin.me","1319ad1732cb29c0f489e499fb9f939694f83d7070c9f5d32007c36a98f01301","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-226","rich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-chapter-224",340,"https:\u002F\u002Fnovelzhen.com\u002Fimages\u002Fcovers\u002Frich-in-the-70s-i-made-a-rugged-veteran-a-millio-cover.jpg"]