Ever since Ming Na learned two small grappling moves, she always loved to practice on others, and her favorite training partner was Winnie, because the fat nanny was big enough and slow in movement, so she was always easily caught. Winnie always screamed and resisted at first, but when she heard that this was Earl Xiao's "unique martial arts", she immediately became obedient and allowed Minna to rub her.
When Dora saw the nanny's miserable condition, she left her behind unjustly and went to the shoe store to get new boots customized for Anlong. When she had just said goodbye to the proprietress of the shoe store and left, the seamstress from the tailor shop next door stopped her.
The middle-aged woman with red hair pinched her throat like a turkey and screamed at her: "Oh, Mrs. Caddo, it's so good to see you. I was just going to ask you, does that riding outfit suit you?" Doesn’t fit? You must know that the size is too big. I’m afraid it doesn’t suit you, but your husband insists that he is right. This is the first time I have made a riding suit. I never thought that an elegant lady like you would wear it. Clothes like that.”
Dora was stunned and asked in a long voice: "Ride... a horse... pretend...?"
"Yes, of course." The tailor lady pretended to be surprised, "Don't you know? This is too bad. Did your husband do it for someone else? Oh, I'm sorry, I didn't mean to do it, Cardo My husband is a well-known decent man, how could he have another...um...lover?" She blinked innocently, but she didn't know how artificial her expression was.
Anger arose in Dora's heart. Ridiculous country woman, did she think that this would give her a reason to make fun of her? dream! She immediately put on a arrogant expression: "I know what's going on. We discussed it a few days ago and we will go horse riding in Mayton in the autumn. I think Mr. Cardo wants to surprise me. Taylor Madam, you have ruined my husband's feelings, but don't worry, I will pretend that I don't know." After saying that, he raised his head high and turned away, pretending not to hear the whispers of the seamstress and the proprietress of the shoe store behind him. .
But as soon as she left the sight of the two of them, the anger in her heart suddenly emerged. A woman in a riding costume! And the dress size is bigger than hers! Who else but Veronica? ! When did this woman return to Qidun? An Long actually kept this secret from her
The more she thought about it, the more uneasy she felt. She immediately changed direction and headed to the knight training center, deciding to ask her husband for clarification.
The knight training center is located in the south of the small town, not far from their home. There is a large courtyard just outside the door. Soldiers pass by in twos and threes, some holding horses, some holding weapons, and some laughing and playing. Dora carefully avoided those dirty men, and hurriedly responded to the greetings of a knight wearing a half-worn knight uniform and holding a pipe. She lowered her head and explained her identity, and asked her husband where Anlong was. . The knight gave her a sideways glance, smiled and pointed to a row of houses not far away: "I just saw him going over there, please take your time and look for it, madam."
Dora mumbled a thank you and went to the row of houses. This was the first time she had returned to her husband's place of work, and she couldn't figure out where the rooms were. After bumping into a knight making out with two scantily clad women, and meeting a few soldiers immersed in gambling, they finally came to a relatively clean and decent-looking room, with the name tag of the knight captain hanging on the door. She guessed that this was probably the captain's office, and was about to knock on the door when she heard her husband's voice coming from inside the room.
Anlong said: "Thank you so much, Captain Knight, I really don't know how to repay you."
The knight captain smiled and said: "This is nothing, Cardo. You must know that May Day is coming soon, and no one here will be in the mood to work. Besides, the task of armament manufacturing has been completed. Everyone has worked hard for so long. You should also relax. In the past, there were many people like you who asked for leave to go out. As long as we don’t tell them, the people above will never know."
Anlong smiled, thought for a while, and said sincerely: "This may be an unkind request, but... if possible, could you please claim that you sent me on a business trip? Especially... to my family... so explain?"
"Oh?" Knight was a little surprised, but soon put on a knowing smile: "I understand, don't worry, your wife won't know."
Anlong knew that he must have misunderstood: "That's not the case, it's just... I have a friend who wants me to do a little favor. As you know, women are always very long-winded when it comes to making friends with men. I don't want her to Know."
When Dora heard this outside, she was shaking with anger. That's it again! That's it again! ! Is there a friend who you would like to help with a little help? Who else but Veronica? Did he not even spend Cinco de Mayo with his family? And in order to help that woman, he even colluded with his boss to lie to his wife? ! When did Anlong learn to use this method on her? !
When Anlong walked out of the office and saw his wife standing in front of the house with an angry face, he knew something was wrong and hurriedly walked over to comfort her. Before he could speak, Dora asked: "What do you want to hide from me?!"
Anlong was speechless for a moment and didn't know what to say.
Dora asked again: "I just met Mrs. Taylor, the tailor. She told me that you made a riding suit at her place. The size is much taller than mine. Was it made for Veronica? When will she return? Are you here? Why didn't you tell me?"
Anlong didn't know how to answer: "Dora, listen to me, things are not what you think..."
"What do you think I'm thinking?" Dora's eyes were red. "Every time she comes, you have to meet her alone, or go out to do something unknown. I asked you what you said and did. , but you refused to tell me. If you really have nothing, why can't you tell me? I just want to protect my family, and you actually think I'm nagging?!" She turned around and started crying.
An Long stretched out his hand to pull her, but she shook him off. Just as he was about to say something else, he found that the people around him had noticed their movements and were talking quietly in private. Even the captain poked his head in with interest. He didn't want to become the subject of conversation among others, so he said hastily: "This is not the place to talk. Let's talk about it when we go home." Then he dragged his wife home. Dora calmed down a little at this time and didn't want to embarrass herself in front of everyone, so she only struggled twice and followed him.
When she got home, Mingna rushed over with a big smile on her face and said to her father: "Dad, I have learned those two moves, you can test me." As soon as she finished speaking, she realized that there was something wrong with the atmosphere between her parents. : "What's wrong? Did you quarrel again?"
An Long smiled and picked her up and kissed her: "It's okay. Mom and Dad just have some things to discuss. You can go play first or practice a few more times. Dad will come to test you later. If I find that you haven't studied well, I will Punished."
Ming Na responded loudly and ran out happily. Dora watched her daughter go away, turned around and sneered: "You are very good at lying, but you actually sent the child away like this."
Anlong looked at her helplessly: "Should we let the children know about our dispute? This will not do her any good."
Dora walked into the study in silence, waited for Anlong to close the door, and then said: "Can we talk now? What else does Veronica want you to do for her? Why would you rather lie than hide it from me?!"
An Long opened his mouth, sighed, and decided to reveal something to a certain extent: "Veronica is sick. She has no relatives here. I just... I just take care of her..."
"Sick?" Dora was a little stunned, but quickly returned to her normal expression, "Then why didn't you tell me? Am I the kind of narrow-minded woman who would care about a sick person?" Although she knew this in her heart. It's probably true, but I can't care about so much at this time: "Also, she is sick, you can take care of her if you want, why do you have to ask for leave? And you want to hide it from me? You..." She widened her eyes, "You You want to pretend to be on a business trip? Why?! Are you going to move in with that woman?!"
Anlong said helplessly: "I just want to send her back to Idong City. She will be back in a few days."
"What?!" Dora suddenly raised her voice, "You have forgotten that I once said that if you want to leave with that woman, I will take the child back to Matt Harbor immediately. Don't you care about this?!"
"Dora, Veronica will get sick, and I have to be responsible. She...she went to Mayton to find friends and encountered some sad things. Because there was no one around to take care of her, she fell ill. If it had been If I went with her, this wouldn't have happened. I just... I just wanted to make amends for my mistakes."
"There's no need for this!" Dora thought quickly, "If we just want to send her back to Ito, it just so happens that Goodwin is planning to leave these days. When I returned the gift to him last time, he I mentioned it before. Just leave Veronica to him. He is a true gentleman and will take good care of the lady. Moreover, his carriage is large and comfortable, which is perfect for transporting patients. ”
She thought it was a great idea, but Anlong didn't think much of it.
Goodwin Chulov is the youngest son of the former finance minister, Duke Chulov, and his family is also on the suspect list. Although the Duke was once very powerful, the mediocre eldest son and heir was unable to take over the family's responsibilities, and even wanted to turn to his son-in-law. Their family's current power is not as strong as before. According to the analysis of his father Xiao Tianjian, such a family is likely to take risks in order to regain power. Moreover, Goodwin and Veronica arrived at the northern border at about the same time. When Anlong wrote to Eamon to report Veronica's disappearance, Goodwin was also at the northern fortress. Compared with the senior branch leader of the Security Agency with more than 20 years of experience, he is more willing to believe that there is someone else who betrayed the country.
Therefore, he categorically rejected his wife's suggestion: "No, you can't find Chulov, he is not suitable."
Dora looked at him disappointedly: "You probably think that you are the only one who is suitable? What else is there to say? If there is really nothing between you, why can't you ask others for help?"
Anlong looked deeply at his wife: "Dora, can't you believe me more? I only love you, why don't you believe it?"
Dora shook her head slowly: "I have always believed, but what did my belief get in exchange? Anlong Cardo, do you know what kind of life I lived before marrying you? I never needed to I don’t have to worry about money. I sing, play the piano, draw, dress up, make clothes, buy jewelry, and attend dance parties every day. When I’m bored, I’ll have a sunny afternoon tea party with my female companions and chat about interesting topics. . I have grown up like this since I was a child. But what about after I marry you? "
She looked at her hands and said, "For your self-esteem, I refused my father's funding and was willing to come with you to a rural place like this to live a hard life. I learned how to make clothes for myself, how to make tea and snacks, and how to Budget carefully and use thirty gold coins per month to arrange the life of the whole family. I have to shovel the soil, weed, plant and prune the garden myself, I have to bargain with butchers and vendors, and I have to endure everyone here! Regardless of them How rude, dirty, shameless and insidious! My skin has become rough, my appearance has become haggard, and my words and deeds have become rude, but I have endured it. All because of loving you. But …If your love has changed, then what have I been doing all this time for?!”
By the time she said it, she was crying. After Anlong heard this, he felt extremely sad: "I know you have suffered a lot for me, and I promise you, this kind of life will not last long." After the armament replacement was completed, Qedon's armament location remained undisturbed for a long time. Nothing major will happen. Maybe he can take advantage of this time to return to Ito and ask for a change of place. Dora is indeed not suitable to live in such a small place.
Dora stopped crying, raised her head hopefully, and asked: "So...you promise me not to leave with Veronica?"
An Long opened his mouth and slowly shook his head: "No, Dora, I have the responsibility to send her back. These are two different things. There is nothing wrong between me and her. Can we stop arguing about these things? "
"Innocent? Look at the way she looks at you and the way she looks at me. You can tell what she is thinking. And you actually want me to believe that you and her have nothing to do with each other? I am also a woman. You and she can't lie to me. .”
"Hell, why do you insist on holding on to this matter?!" Anlong really didn't want to argue about it anymore, "I've already decided to send her back, and I'm serious about it! Dora, don't stay here We’re so tangled up in this matter!”
"Ah? Really? You finally told the truth?" Dora stood up suddenly, "You are finally tired of me, right? I know I am no longer the elegant and beautiful girl in the past, but to be honest, your Miss Veronica can't be any more cute!" After saying that, she opened the door angrily and went out.
"Where are you going?" An Long asked hurriedly.
"Go to hell!" Then there was a sound of thumping footsteps going upstairs.
Anlong suddenly had a headache.
He was really tired of this kind of quarreling between husband and wife over a small misunderstanding, but if he told his wife the truth, he would inevitably mention his secret mission, which would violate the confidentiality rules of the Security Agency. Dora does not understand politics. The power disputes in Ito City and the struggles between countries are just chatting topics at tea parties to her. It is impossible for her to understand how many risks are involved. Therefore, from the moment he chose this path, it meant that he would hide it from her for the rest of his life. However, is it really necessary for him to create an emotional rift with his wife over such a thing
He was worried when he suddenly heard the sound of popping and popping outside and the cry of his daughter Minna. He suddenly had an ominous premonition and rushed outside. Sure enough, he saw his wife holding her daughter with a hand on her hand. A big suitcase.
"What are you doing?" he asked.
"What else? Of course I took the children back to Matt Harbor. Since all the sacrifices I made for you are meaningless, then why should I stay?!" Dora said coldly.
"You can't do this. It's not necessary!"
"So, are you willing to give up your original plan and not go with that woman?"
Anlong looked at his wife's face for a long time before making a painful decision: "No, Dora, that is my responsibility."
"She is your responsibility?! What about me? Where's Minna? Who are we?!" Dora suddenly burst out.
"Of course you are my responsibility, you are my family, and Veronica..." is my companion. The law of the Security Agency is that you must never betray your companions, no matter when or where.
But he couldn't say this, so Dora was disappointed: "Can't you say it? Then there is nothing to say. The child and I will not hinder you." After that, he picked up the box, pulled Minna over, and ignored the child. If you are struggling, you have to go out. Anlong was busy holding on to the box.
At this moment, a voice came from outside the door: "What's going on? What happened?"
Xiao Tianjian is back.