Chapter 140 About Being Coquettish 4_1

Hearing He Teng's words, she was quite happy. The feeling of having a man as the pillar of the family was really wonderful.

However, He Zhilan was also a rational person, not a little woman whose reason could be easily shattered by a few words.

"Brother, it's a good thing that you are being promoted, but brother, given the current situation of our family, we can't rely on you alone. Dad is farming at home, his annual income is not much and it's extremely tough work. Despite your frugality in the military, you still need money. At home, Dongxue will be going to college soon, tuition is another issue. As for He Da, as long as there's a glimmer of hope, we can't give up searching for him. Besides, we also have a lot of debts. All these require money. I don't want you to shoulder all these burdens alone, it makes me feel very tired and heartbroken for you and dad. I am also a part of our family, your wife. Even though I can't have a salary like you at the moment, I am happy to lighten your burden, even if in tiny bits. Besides, working in a restaurant is much easier than serving in the military."

He Zhilan only lifted her eyes to look at He Teng after she finished speaking and continued, "Brother, I believe, our family is facing difficulties now, but once Dongxue and I graduate from college and find jobs, our family's situation will improve. You have already worked hard for twelve years, I only need to endure for three years. Most importantly, I want to spend the New Year with you. Every year, you spend it alone, but this year it's different. I am your wife and I attend university in the capital. It's much more convenient for me to come to see you than to go home. Plus, I can save on the round-trip travel fare if I stay in the capital for winter vacation!"

"Dad will miss you if he doesn't see you for half a year." He Teng only responded with this sentence, his eyes fixed on He Zhilan. Hearing her saying that she wanted to spend the New Year with him gave him a slight shock, which was followed by a rush of anticipation and warmth.

The New Year seemed so far away from him. For so many years, his life had been devoid of any festivals. At this time of year, he would be on duty for his comrades, so that they could go home for a reunion dinner.

"I miss dad and Dongxue too." He Zhilan sighed, "How I wish there's a door that allows me to step through and instantly arrive wherever I want!"

There's no such thing as having the best of both worlds. If she stays in the capital, it means that she can't go home to be with her family. If she goes home, it means that there is no money coming in and He Teng will be left alone in the military.

"We'll talk about it when the time comes. After all, it's still several months away from the New Year." He Teng chuckled, this was the first time he found He Zhilan acting so childishly. Because she couldn't have it both ways, she was pouting and complaining about it. Her cute, sullen expression made him unable to resist poking her face.

"Cut it out!" He Zhilan sidestepped He Teng's hand with a playful scowl, "I don't care, if dad agrees, you have to agree too! You have to let me spend the New Year with you in the military!"

He Teng was taken aback. He'd just been wondering if it was a good thing that He Zhilan was worrying about him. And now, she was actually throwing a tantrum at him? No, was she actually acting coy?

Did she presume he wouldn't get mad and started to push her limits?

He Zhilan's eyes were wandering, not daring to meet He Teng's gaze. This tactic of acting coy in front of men was taught to her by Ya Dan.