Cannon Fodder in an Era Drama — I Survive with Acting-Chapter 95: A Talented Man and a Beautiful Woman

Chapter 95: Chapter 95: A Talented Man and a Beautiful Woman

She frowned with mild disapproval.

"Why did you come early? Didn’t we agree you’d come this afternoon? I can handle things myself."

Fei Jin smiled faintly.

"I was worried you’d run into trouble here in the county by yourself. I rushed over as soon as I finished up my work."

"What’s there to worry about? I’m a grown woman. It’s not like I’m going to get lost."

Song Qingya pursed her lips in a soft smile, her eyes twinkling with amusement.

"You just love to worry for no reason."

The two of them stood a short distance away, talking.

No one else could get a word in.

The few staff members nearby exchanged glances, none of them daring to interrupt the scene.

They could only turn away quietly, pretending to be busy or whispering among themselves.

Lu Yao, meanwhile, quietly watched the perfect couple before her, carefully sizing up the man who had suddenly appeared.

She had originally thought he was just an ordinary man.

A young man permanently stationed at a camp, not good with words.

Someone who wouldn’t interfere much in family life and naturally wouldn’t have any outstanding qualities.

But upon closer inspection, she found that no matter how she looked at him, she couldn’t find any major flaws.

The last time she went to the Fei Family’s place for an assignment, she had been so busy she hadn’t paid any attention to what kind of person this quiet man really was.

But looking at him now, she realized he truly was different.

What Lu Yao had imagined was completely different from this reality.

’For a while, she had even felt sorry for Song Qingya, thinking that Sister Qingya had really wronged herself by marrying a soldier.’

After all, the image in her mind was of those grunts who lived on the training grounds long-term.

Men who did nothing but drill, stand guard, and follow orders, with no personal lives to speak of.

That was why, when she was bantering with Xiao Yang earlier, she had often said things like "what a pity."

However, seeing the real Fei Jin in person today shattered her impression in an instant.

The two people before her were simply too perfect for each other.

Both in temperament and appearance.

One was an elite team leader, capable, meticulous, and forceful.

The other was a smart and decisive woman.

Standing together, they were the very picture of a talented man and a beautiful woman, a match made in heaven.

Officer Hu was about to retire, and seeing this happy and harmonious scene,

He sized up the couple with a look of gratification, sighing with emotion.

"TSK TSK TSK, what a rare sight, this young couple! Just look, two people so well-suited for each other, and they even fell in love on their own."

Hearing this, Xiao Yang immediately turned his head, looking smug.

A grin spread across his face as he said, "See? I told you our village chief is handsome and full of spirit. I wasn’t exaggerating, was I? And look at him with my sister-in-law—a talented man and a beautiful woman, a match made in heaven. Aren’t they a perfect match?"

Put on the spot by Xiao Yang, Lu Yao looked particularly awkward, unable to hide her embarrassment.

Her cheeks flushed slightly and she averted her gaze, but she remained stubborn, unwilling to concede easily.

"AHEM... He’s just so-so, I guess. He’s not bad-looking, quite handsome actually."

"But..."

Before she could finish, Xiao Yang eagerly cut her off.

"But what! Lu Yao, you’re just being dismissive, aren’t you? Don’t deny it, our village chief is as outstanding as they come! If you don’t believe me, just feel the atmosphere here!"

Xiao Yang gestured as he spoke.

He then added, "Oh, and another thing! The last time the Director came back from training, he mentioned that several department heads’ families had their eye on our village chief. They all wanted him as their son-in-law. But guess what? By then, the village chief was already married; he’d even gotten his certificate! I heard that when those families found out, they were so mad they were stamping their feet, saying they regretted not making a move sooner!"

"Tch—who’d believe you! Why would the Director tell you something like that? You probably just dreamed it up!"

Unwilling to back down, Lu Yao rolled her eyes and retorted.

Xiao Yang shrugged, not the least bit annoyed.

"My connections in our unit are more than just a little good! I’m tight with the Director’s wife. She invites me over for dinner and a chat every now and then. If you don’t believe me, you can go ask our village chief! Or you can ask my sister-in-law to confirm. They both know about it!"

He said it all with such conviction, without batting an eye.

Hearing Xiao Yang say this, everyone couldn’t help but turn in unison to look at the couple standing a short distance away.

They saw Song Qingya leaning quietly against her husband.

She lowered her head and gave a slight nod.

"Mm, he’s actually right. Lu Yao, you shouldn’t underestimate this brother of ours. He’s not just sharp and clever, he’s also quick and reliable when he gets things done. Did you forget about the platoon’s cross-country race last month? Didn’t Xiao Yang take first place? That’s not a skill you can fake!"

After she finished, she raised her eyes and glanced at Fei Jin, who was listening quietly beside her.

Fei Jin smiled, revealing a set of perfectly white, even teeth.

He then added, "First place in the entire company, actually."

Back in those days, things were different from now.

Resources were scarce, and transportation wasn’t as developed as it is today.

Being a driver was a skilled profession. Knowing how to drive not only meant mastering a survival skill but also gaining more opportunities.

In everyone’s eyes, it was a coveted job, and many people wanted to pursue that path.

Besides, Xiao Yang not only had the experience, but he was also willing to work hard, was down-to-earth and meticulous, and was always striving to improve.

Whether it was a task assigned by a leader or a small matter in his daily work,

he was never careless, completing everything with meticulous care.

His future prospects would surely not be limited to this.

Hearing the village chief and his sister-in-law praise him, Xiao Yang couldn’t help but flush with pleasure.

He couldn’t help but puff out his chest, his smile practically reaching his ears.

"See? I told you I’m pretty amazing, but you just wouldn’t believe me!"

Xiao Yang lifted his head, showing off to Lu Yao with a proud tone.

"I said I could get first place, why didn’t you believe me?"

Lu Yao huffed, her words defiant, as she stood ramrod straight with her hands on her hips.

"I still think it’s just so-so. Nothing to brag about. All you know how to do is talk big."

"I told you we should compete."

Xiao Yang shot back, not to be outdone, staring at her without blinking.

Lu Yao curled her lip and rolled her eyes.

"You’re going back to Feng Town, so where are you going to find me to compete? One of us is in the east, the other in the west. How are we supposed to face off? Isn’t that just empty talk?"

’Oho, this pair is getting interesting.’

’They clearly like each other but neither is willing to admit it.’

Listening to the young pair bicker, Song Qingya couldn’t help but smile, feeling secretly delighted.

An idea popped into Song Qingya’s head.

She immediately put on a casual expression and jumped into the conversation.

She deliberately raised her voice, her tone a little exaggerated, as if she had just remembered something.