Chapter 513: Without being fierce, how could you become pregnant with a second child?

After the intense struggle just now, the situation had finally come to an end. 𝚏𝐫𝚎𝗲𝕨𝐞𝐛𝕟𝚘𝐯𝚎𝗹.𝕔𝐨𝗺

As for the drugs found on the criminal, how to deal with him was a significant matter that had to be decided back at the station. This was no coincidence; if pursued further, it might lead to something larger.

Jiang Jinghuai carried the little girl downstairs while the criminal was led away in custody. The crowd, no longer gripped by fear, began praising the police for rescuing the girl.

"Manman." The little girl’s mother rushed forward, seeing that her daughter was unharmed, and she burst into joyful tears.

She took her child from Jiang Jinghuai’s arms, gently stroking her back.

Manman’s face was pale, and she whispered, "Mom, I’m fine."

Meng Shuyan dashed forward and clung tightly to Jiang Jinghuai’s leg, crying out firmly, "Dad!"

At this moment, the little boy’s vision of his father was restored.

Dad was still the heroic and majestic dad. Dad could save people, and Dad wouldn’t let him down. The fear left on the cliffside back then dissipated like smoke in the wind, leaving him with awe and hope.

Jiang Jinghuai’s gaze swept across Tian Sangsang’s face before he lifted Meng Shuyan into his arms.

In Jiang Jinghuai’s embrace, Meng Shuyan felt a strong sense of security.

"Are you hurt?" Tian Sangsang smiled faintly.

He shook his head lightly, his voice hoarse, "Sorry for scaring you."

Manman’s mother came to her senses and said gratefully, "Sir, thank you! Thank you for saving my daughter!"

Little Manman obediently said, "Thank you, Uncle."

"It’s what I should do." Jiang Jinghuai nodded at them, indicating that there was no need to thank him.

"Yanyan, is Uncle your dad?" Manman’s clear eyes looked at Meng Shuyan.

Meng Shuyan nodded eagerly, "Yes, he’s my dad."

"Your dad is amazing; he saved me."

"You’re amazing too, you didn’t cry."

The two little ones conversed while nestled in their parents’ arms.

Manman’s mother also recognized him and said with emotion, "It seems we were truly destined to meet." She exchanged greetings with Tian Sangsang, noting how striking both parents looked, their dignity and charm explaining the cuteness of their child.

Tian Sangsang replied, "Yes, Yanyan often talks about his friend Manman at home."

"Manman does too."

Xu Zhengyang extended his hand warmly, "Colonel Jiang, thank you for helping us resolve this trouble." When he heard it was Colonel Jiang earlier, he had guessed it might be Jiang Jinghuai from the Jiang family, and it turned out to be true.

Jiang Jinghuai shook his hand, his deep eyes flashing, "Xu Zhengyang?"

"You still remember me." Xu Zhengyang chuckled.

The two knew each other, having been high school classmates. While they weren’t close, their relationship was amicable. But later, one joined the military, and the other took a position at the Public Security Department.

Chatting with Manman’s mother for a while, Tian Sangsang found their conversation enjoyable—they seemed to get along quite well. Manman’s mother, like Ye Binyi, shared the surname Ye and currently worked at City Hall, while Manman’s father was employed at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs—an excellent family background.

On the way home, Jiang Jinghuai carried the items they’d purchased earlier in one hand and held Meng Shuyan in the other. On this hot day, the little boy, drowsy, had already fallen asleep.

Silently, the breeze brushed gently.

Tian Sangsang turned to look at his resolute profile, softly smiling, "Hubby."

The sound was seductive.

Jiang Jinghuai’s gaze deepened, "Hmm?"

She smiled, "You’re so mighty."

The smile was equally captivating! Jiang Jinghuai’s breathing momentarily grew heavier, and he replied in a low tone, "Of course. I’ve always been mighty. Without being mighty, how could you be pregnant with our second child?"

Tian Sangsang: ... When he tries to be serious, he ends up shameless. She pursed her lips and ignored him.

Jiang Jinghuai: "Say it again, let me hear."

Tian Sangsang: Hah.

**

A coveted position had become worthless, and reports of the last Beijing University lecture incident were everywhere. Jia Wenxiu had lost all face, and her reputation was ruined. No, it should be said that before she could make a name for herself in Beijing, she had already tarnished her image.

After returning to the television station, Jia Wenxiu faced constant ostracism due to her affair. Particularly the station director, known for his flirtatious behavior, had his wife frequently checking in, fearing that the shameless Jia Wenxiu, who had a history of such scandals, might lure him away.

Bah! She wouldn’t even look at that old man!

The people in the television station were either capable or well-connected, while Jia Wenxiu had nothing but her looks. As a newcomer, her abilities didn’t measure up, nor did her family background.

She had once had family status, but lost it later. After finally snagging Li Yibai—a desirable prospect—who would have thought he turned out to be little more than surface appearances with no substance underneath.

When Li Yibai got into trouble, Jia Wenxiu had tried to persuade him to preserve the green mountain so they wouldn’t fear having no firewood. But Li Yibai bluntly admitted to plagiarism and even asked her if she’d be willing to join him in starting fresh elsewhere; in another location, he said they could still live modestly.

Start fresh elsewhere? He was penniless, without any real skills other than copying. Following him would mean wandering aimlessly and possibly ending up begging on the streets!

Jia Wenxiu loved Beijing, the symbolic home of emperors. It was her childhood home, and she was determined to live proudly here. She had thought she loved Li Yibai deeply, but once his brilliance faded, her affection for him vanished. Her feelings naturally dissolved alongside his fading halo.

The street had a noodle shop that served beef noodles, the aroma of the beef wafting for miles.

Tian Sangsang felt that she really enjoyed casual street snacks like these. Just like in the past, wandering through street markets and nighttime bazaars—passing by rows of food stalls with enticing smells of barbecue, skewers, spicy noodles, and more—she couldn’t resist the temptation.

While they might look appetizing, their taste might not always match the appearance, but the enjoyment came from the experience of eating them.

Don’t call it junk food—eating a little when out wandering wouldn’t hurt anyone. It wasn’t as if she ate it every day.

Having junk food occasionally wouldn’t make one a piece of junk.

"Ah, my feet are so sore, Jiang Jinghuai. Let’s find a place to rest?" Standing in front of the noodle shop, not wanting to move, she wiped away the light sweat on her forehead in a dignified manner, glancing around.

"Hmm." Jiang Jinghuai shook his head helplessly and glanced at her glowing round face, "Here, this noodle shop will do."

Tian Sangsang immediately perked up and called inside cheerfully, "Boss, two bowls of beef noodles!"

"Alright, the two of you, have a seat inside!"

When two steaming bowls of beef noodles arrived, Tian Sangsang’s heart warmed. Thick slices of fragrant beef adorned the noodles in a rich broth, interspersed with vibrant greens, filling the shop with a tantalizing aroma.

Tian Sangsang picked up the noodles with her chopsticks, slurped them up, and squinted in satisfaction, "These noodles taste like beef." She picked up a piece of beef and chewed happily.

Meng Shuyan, cradled in Jiang Jinghuai’s arms, was awakened by the delicious aroma of beef. He rubbed his sleepy eyes.

Tian Sangsang raised an eyebrow, smiling, "Yanyan, want some beef noodles?"