Chapter 71: Another Farewell

As Xiao Qingru’s marriage leave ended, her leader specifically sought her out for a conversation, emphasizing the importance of carefully considering the issue of having children.

“You are at a great time in your career, you can discuss having kids with your partner and see if you can postpone it for a couple of years.”

Although, given the Xiao family’s connections, even if Xiao Qingru were to become pregnant, she could easily transfer to another administrative position without worrying about work.

However, her leader truly valued talent and didn’t want Xiao Qingru to be constrained by family obligations.

Some opportunities, once missed, would be gone forever, and there would be no chance for regret later.

Xiao Qingru understood that her leader had good intentions, she wasn’t someone who couldn’t discern between good and bad advice.

“Don’t worry, leader. We’ve already discussed this issue, and my partner agrees that we should wait for another two years before making any plans.”

Her leader sighed with relief, the prepared words now unnecessary.

It seemed the couple was clear headed and not caught up in the moment.

It wasn’t surprising for the leader to have such worries, similar situations had happened many times before.

Some individuals could clearly advance in their careers, yet they halted their progress for family reasons, even abandoning their careers entirely, as if getting married meant they no longer had anything to strive for in life.

What a foolish mindset!

To put it bluntly, without a respectable job, one wouldn’t have an advantage in choosing a partner.

Not to mention that in the long run, only those who could earn money would have a say in family matters.

The leader had witnessed many people abandon their dreams, only to end up failing at family life and living in chaos.

She genuinely didn’t want Xiao Qingru to follow in the footsteps of others.

Hearing that the couple had decided not to have children for the time being filled her with admiration.

“It seems I was overthinking it. Focus on your rehearsals, when the new recruits enlist, you’ll be the one to lead the performance.”

“Yes, I will ensure the task is completed!”

During the New Year celebrations, Xiao Qingru’s impressive dance performance had earned her the leader’s focused attention, and no one had objections to this decision.

After all, the prime years for a dancer are limited, and Xiao Qingru was at the right age, blessed with talent and a supportive family background. It was evident that the next two years would be her most glorious period.

Wherever there are people, there is competition.

Initially, there were rumors that now Xiao Qingru was married, with a partner who was older, she might soon have children.

Having children would mean she would have to step down from her key training position, presenting an opportunity for others who were slightly less capable.

But as time went on, Xiao Qingru not only didn’t step back but instead continued to rise through the ranks.

This made others feel both frustrated and helpless!

They could only secretly curse Xu Muzhou for lacking masculinity why didn’t he ask Xiao Qingru to return home to focus on being a good wife and mother?

Half a month passed quickly, and Xu Muzhou was about to set off for the capital.

On this day, Xiao Qingru was particularly proactive, and Xu Muzhou didn’t hold back either.

A man who had just ventured into a new experience was enjoying every moment.

Just seeing Xiao Qingru made him restless, not to mention she was actively teasing him.

As someone accustomed to training, his physical fitness was excellent, and by the end, Xiao Qingru looked as if she had just been pulled from the water.

Her face was flushed, and her body glowed with a strange pink hue.

As soon as Xu Muzhou stepped back, the woman kneeling on the sofa became as soft as a noodle, collapsing against the sofa’s back.

“Wife, are you okay?”

Xiao Qingru was too exhausted to speak, her mind a jumble.

In the next moment, she fell into the embrace of the man who carried a unique aura.

The damp hair sticking to her neck was gently brushed aside, and soft kisses fell like raindrops, tenderly soothing her.

The man’s eyes were filled with satisfaction, if he could, he would truly want to carry his wife in his pocket.

After a long while, Xiao Qingru finally regained her composure.

“Xu Muzhou.”

“Hmm?”

“Did you take medicine today?”

His hand paused, which was massaging her lower back. “What medicine?”

“I’ve never seen you so powerful before.”

Xiao Qingru’s tone was soft, recalling that dizzying sensation that made her toes curl.

It was as if her life depended on him at that moment.

Xu Muzhou didn’t know how to react, this was clearly his normal strength, so why did it seem like she thought he had taken medicine?

Pretending to be annoyed, he bit her soft, red lips.

“I used to be afraid you couldn’t handle it, so I didn’t dare to exert too much effort.”

“Then why are you brave now? Have you become indifferent to your wife once you got what you wanted?”

Xu Muzhou laughed helplessly. “Because you’ve been improving, if I don’t put in more effort, won’t you look down on me?”

When it came to thick skinned behavior, Xiao Qingru was no match for Xu Muzhou, and she quickly conceded.

She pushed against his chest. “Go wash up, it’s uncomfortable being all sticky.”

In the dimly lit room, the person in his arms was completely bare, and all the beauty was laid bare before them.

Xu Muzhou’s gaze darkened, “Wife, I want more.”

Xiao Qingru: “…”

It was already midnight, was this person a devil?

The man, looking aggrieved, said, “I’ll be gone for three months. Wife, you need to keep the pantry stocked.”

Xiao Qingru touched her still slightly soft waist. Who exactly was exhausting whom here?

Clinging to his shoulders, she used her actions to express her stance.

From the sofa to the dining table, how they ended up back in the bedroom was something Xiao Qingru could no longer remember.

They spent the night awake.

After washing up and having breakfast, Xu Muzhou was getting ready to leave.

In that moment of real separation, Xiao Qingru’s reluctance burst forth suddenly.

Embracing the man’s slim waist, she said, “You must remember to think of me.”

“Of course, you should think of me too.”

“Hmm.”

“Make sure to catch up on sleep later.”

“Hmm, you too.”

Gently stroking her hair, the man’s eyes brimmed with reluctance. “Wife, wait for me to come home.”

Xiao Qingru nodded and released Xu Muzhou. “You should hurry, otherwise, you’ll be late…”

The rest of her words were stuck in her throat.

The man held her neck, kissing her fiercely, as if he wanted to swallow her whole.

A tingling sensation flooded her scalp, and Xu Muzhou thought he could never get enough of his wife.

Once he touched her, he couldn’t bear to part.

Xiao Qingru walked Xu Muzhou to the downstairs, he insisted she stop there.

“Wife, you’ll be home alone for a while. If you feel scared, you can go back to your parents. You have money and tickets spend freely without saving. Make sure to prepare some good food. If I come back and find you’ve lost weight, you’ll be in trouble.”

By this time, some people were coming in and out of the apartment building, jokingly commenting on the couple.

Xiao Qingru’s face turned red. “Don’t worry about me, Comrade Xu. I hope you study well, eat well, and sleep well in the capital!”

Xu Muzhou stood at attention and saluted. “Got it!”

He quickly ruffled Xiao Qingru’s hair. “Wife, I really have to go now.”

If he lingered any longer, he would truly be late.

Xiao Qingru waved, “I’ll wait for you to come back.”

“Okay.”

After a deep look at Xiao Qingru, Xu Muzhou resolutely turned and left.

Though this farewell was filled with reluctance, because they had confirmed each other’s feelings, it was less anxious and uneasy compared to the last separation.

No matter how far he flew, Xu Muzhou would eventually land where Xiao Qingru was.

This was beyond doubt.