Aromatic Flesh

“This is…” Qian YunSheng picked up the letter and read the contents swiftly, his facial expression showing a curious mix of emotions, mostly leaning towards joy. He cupped Gu MingYue’s face and excitedly kissed her, almost suffocating her with the intensity until he eased back slightly, their foreheads touching as they both breathed heavily.

“Are you trying to smother me to death? Two lives would be gone.” Gu MingYue muttered, her lips slightly pouting from being kissed.

“?!”

Qian YunSheng could not believe his ears, “Are you?!” He gripped Gu MingYue’s shoulders in utter excitement.

“You should take a look at your foolish face. Oh dear, put me down! N-No, don’t spin around, I’m getting dizzy~”

“MingYue, MingYue you’re amazing! Hahaha! We’re going to be parents, we’re going to be parents!”

The man’s hearty laughter echoed through the room as he twirled Gu MingYue in circles. He then placed her gently on a chair before kneeling down in front of her and holding her hands tightly.

“MingYue, you’re aware of the depth of my love for you. Both you and the child within you hold the utmost significance in my life. The thought of losing you is unbearable. Our destiny is to remain together throughout our lives. While the timing might not be ideal, I can now express it sincerely – MingYue, will you marry me?”

“Yes.”

In the spring of the fourteenth year of the Republic of China, eager to have the wedding before MingYue’s pregnancy became too noticeable, the hasty wedding of Qian YunSheng and Gu MingYue took place in Beiping. Despite the rushed timeline, none of the expected grandeur was compromised.

However, it was a peculiar wedding with numerous guests, most of whom were unfamiliar faces.

On the groom’s side, there were no family members present, and the attendees from his circle were primarily business associates. As for the bride’s side, there were only two close friends and family. Most of the spectators were drawn by the names of Shi XiaoMan and Frank.

Nevertheless, these details weren’t of utmost importance. As long as the couple felt happy, that was all that mattered.

The day after attending the wedding, Xue XingZe embarked on his journey back to Shanghai. Half a month later, Gu MingYue received the first letter from home, learning that Guo LanXiang had actually followed Ah Ze all the way from Beiping to Shanghai, insisting on becoming his personal medical attendant – a situation that truly left people helpless.

It seemed like Ah Ze’s spring had also arrived.

In the same summer, the Nationalist Government was established in Guangzhou, and tensions escalated across the country. By the end of the year, Gu MingYue successfully gave birth to a son, named Qian YuHan.

The following year, the National Revolutionary Army continued to incorporate surrendered troops and reorganize military forces from various regions. In July, the call to battle resounded, and the National Revolutionary Army began the Northern Expedition.

In the early 16th year of the Republic of China, the Xue family voluntarily allied with the Nationalist Government, and their military forces were incorporated into the First Army of the National Revolutionary Army. In April, the First and Third Armies of the National Revolutionary Army advanced into Shanghai, and Sun ChuanFang’s main forces were defeated. In July, along with Sun ChuanFang’s defeat, the Tang family surrendered.

In the 17th year of the Republic of China, the Northern Expedition was successfully completed.

Xue XingZe was injured on the battlefield, and Guo LanXiang remained by his side, caring for him diligently. Shortly after Xue XingZe’s recovery, they got married.

In the 18th year of the Republic of China, their first child was born – a delicate and lovely baby girl named Xue BaoJie1

In the 19th year of the Republic of China, Gu MingYue and Qian YunSheng welcomed their second child, a healthy and lively boy named Qian YuShang.

In the 20th year of the Republic of China, the September 18 Incident occurred, leading to the rapid fall of the Northeastern provinces within just two months.

In the 23rd year of the Republic of China, Qian YunSheng set foot in the United States after the Great Depression and began stock trading on Wall Street, earning his first fortune.

In the early 24th year of the Republic of China, following the patriotic student movement of 12/9 in Beiping, and sensing the instability of the East Asian situation, Gu MingYue, Qian YunSheng, along with their three children, including Xue BaoJie, and the XiaoMan family, moved to New York in the United States.

In the 26th year of the Republic of China, in July, the ‘7/7 Incident’ erupted, leading to the Japanese occupation of Beiping and Tianjin, marking the beginning of full-scale resistance.

In New York City, Qian YunSheng donned his theatre costume once again, performing in order to raise funds for the war effort. The song he sang was ‘Peach Blossom Fan’.

In August, the Chinese Nationalist Army and the Japanese Shanghai Expeditionary Army engaged in battle in Shanghai. The conflict lasted for three months and was marked by intense fighting. Ultimately, the war concluded with the retreat of the Chinese Nationalist Army, resulting in the fall of the Shanghai urban area.

In mid-December, news of the Nanjing Massacre reached the world, causing shock and horror. Gu MingYue received a telegram from the Xue family, revealing that Tang YingZhi had died in the Shanghai battle, Tang YingShao had joined the military, and Xue XingZe had lost contact during the defence of Nanjing, with his fate unknown.

Upon hearing this news, Gu MingYue sat alone in the living room the entire evening.

In the early 27th year of the Republic of China, Gu MingYue learned of Xue XingZe’s survival and was moved to tears. Xue XingZe had lost his left eye in the battles and led his family to move to Hong Kong.

The war continued for another 7 years, until 1945 when Japan declared unconditional surrender. Soon after, the Chinese Civil War between the Nationalists and Communists began.

In 1946, Xue XingZe and Guo LanXiang brought their 3-year-old son, Xue BaoAn, to New York, finally reuniting with Gu MingYue’s family and their eldest daughter after a separation of ten years.

In 1949, the Chinese Civil War came to an end. In October, the People’s Republic of China was established. In the same year, Gu MingYue and Qian YunSheng met Tang YingShao and Wen ChuanXi in Taiwan.

On that sunny day, the sun was scorching, and Gu MingYue, still graceful at almost 50 years old, wore a sun hat. The wind blew in from the hillside, causing the brim of her hat to flutter like a butterfly, and her woven grass hat fell gracefully onto the green lawn. As she bent down to pick it up, a sudden dizziness overcame her.

Her vision began to blur.

Gu MingYue remained in her squatting position, lifting her head to look at the man extending his hand towards her. Several decades had passed, yet his charm remained undiminished. Time had infused him with a matured and refined fragrance.

While Tang YingShao and Wen ChuanXi sat under the shade of a tree in the distance, waving at them…

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Congratulations on completing the ‘Standing Together Through Thick and Thin’ mission.

Received: 30 skill points

Received: 10,000 reward points

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Goodbye, YunSheng.

Gu MingYue’s lips curved up brightly as she revealed her most beautiful smile.

And, thank you.

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Please prepare yourself for the next mission, starting in…

One…

Two…

Three…

Teleportation starts…

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The last part, where she said goodbye and thank you, really got me ?????? I’m honestly happy that she gets to enjoy a lifetime of happiness together with a man that treats her like a princess ??????

Enjoy~

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