Chapter 339: Love, Marriage, and Growing Up

Chapter 339: Love, Marriage, and Growing Up

The dusk by the sea was utterly enchanting.

The sea lay still, reflecting the sky and the setting sun like a flawless mirror.

A young couple strolled hand in hand along the sandy shore, their barefoot impressions soft in the sand.

Their eyes lingered appreciatively—on the increasingly mature sister and her ever-burgeoning baby bump.

Xiao Yu smiled, his carefree grin reminiscent of a blissful child.

That joy, that happiness, that eager anticipation…

It all shone through for everyone to see!

“You’re getting sillier by the minute!”

Shaking his head with a smile, Mu Qingwu’s radiant eyes shimmered with gentle warmth.

Her exquisite features were a blend of joy and contentment, as pure as a snow lotus.

They were slowly succumbing to happiness, their shared bliss rendering them delightfully daft, yet more united with every step.

As long as they’re together, brains become a secondary concern.

All that matters is savoring the sweetness and joy…

“Sis.”

Xiao Yu paused, winking at Mu Qingwu, and declared, “Alright, let’s come clean—I’m totally a sister’s man!”

“Haha…”

Seeing her playful little brother, Mu Qingwu covered her mouth, laughing softly, “Why call me ‘sister’? We’re so familiar—I call you ‘hubby’!”

“Hahaha…”

Xiao Yu burst into laughter. “Wasn’t it someone pleading with me to say it back then?”

“And what do you think?”

With a coquettish smile, Mu Qingwu shot a teasing glance at her mischievous brother, “If I’m with you, what more could I possibly want? It’s all about that one word…”

“Sis!” Xiao Yu called out.

The shout was as tender as it was adorable.

The affectionate energy he exuded was palpable, warming Mu Qingwu’s heart entirely.

“Huh?!”

Amid her giggles, Mu Qingwu leapt into her brother’s arms.

No longer the commanding figure or a stern woman of authority—

She was simply a woman whose heart was melting from sweetness.

“Since it’s all for that word—’sis’—let’s make a pact.”

Holding the one in his arms and looking at the radiant sunset, Xiao Yu grinned broadly, “In the heat of passion, let’s be inseparable; in calmer moments, just be together; if we argue, let it be every day; regardless of what the future holds… we’ll always be side by side!”

“Mhm.”

Embracing her brother’s waist, her delicate face pressed against his neck, Mu Qingwu squinted dreamily as she watched the sun sinking over the horizon, softly whispering, “Understood!”

Love, marriage, and growing up… we’ll always have new stories to look forward to.

Right?

……

Capital City, National Security Department.

In full uniform, Xiao Yu stepped out of Big Boss’s office, clutching a small red box and strutting past a roll-eyed Wang Dong, “Check it out, bro—I bagged another first-class merit. Jealous?”

Alas, first-class merits were never easy to earn.

After two major National Security cases, he finally managed to secure one.

“Damn, that’s such a pain!”

“For God’s sake…”

Wang Dong grumbled, rolling his eyes, “Scram—you’re trampling on my invisible wings. Act like a human, will you!”

The little brother had already racked up eight first-class merits.

That was enough to ensure his name would be remembered in police circles.

Who wouldn’t covet such honor?

Wang Dong was seething inside.

Yet, whenever someone started showing off, he’d lower his eyes.

It wasn’t out of courtesy on his part—he was just on the lookout for a brick to throw…

It might be embarrassing to admit, honestly.

Even armed, he wouldn’t stand a chance against Xiao Yu!

“Wang, help me out here.”

Abandoning his teasing smile, Xiao Yu turned serious.

“I get it. As soon as I show any goodwill, I become the big target…” Wang Dong’s wary expression tightened, “What exactly are you planning?”

“Just a little special treat.”

With a sly grin, Xiao Yu explained, “In a few months my sis is about to give birth. Our team always looks after me—I often clock in late and leave early, and they conveniently pretend not to notice. Honestly, I feel guilty, so I want to get them some cigarettes.”

“No way!”

Without missing a beat, Wang Dong shook his head and rolled his eyes, “You’re the team leader now. Don’t you know how many perks we get each month? If you want more, go talk to Big Boss yourself.”

“Yeah, just go see him.”

Xiao Yu nodded with a mischievous laugh, “Could you help me talk to him?”

“I…”

Wang Dong almost lost his temper, glaring at Xiao Yu, “You just left Big Boss’s office—why didn’t you say it yourself?”

Xiao Yu replied, “I nearly wet myself when I saw him.”

Muttering in exasperation, Xiao Yu added, “I completely forgot about it at the time.”

That excuse was as polished as ever—a perfect whitewash.

It was the kind of justification straight out of the dramas he’d seen in his previous life.

In truth, he had simply been too scared to speak up!

Having lived two lives, Xiao Yu was no longer an impulsive, hot-blooded youth.

Back when he was eighteen, his motto was: ‘My destiny is mine, not written by fate!’

After his transmigration, it became: ‘Please, heavens, stop messing with me!’

“Damn!”

Flipping him the middle finger, Wang Dong jeered, “How dare you!”

“So, Wang, are you in or not?”

Dropping the act, Xiao Yu shot a sideways glance at Wang Dong, his expression a roguish smirk.

“Ugh…” Wang Dong muttered, his mood souring.

Team Two just couldn’t do without Xiao Yu…

Or rather, Team Two relied on his knack for cracking cases.

Especially when it came to domestic special cases, Xiao Yu was their go-to guy.

That’s why Wang Dong was thoroughly under his thumb.

Why not just have a word with Big Boss?

Of course, he thought it wasn’t a sign of weakness.

It was simply mature thinking at work—mutual respect is essential.

Right?

“Just wait.”

After shooting Xiao Yu a sharp glare, Wang Dong went off to see Big Boss.

Betray my love, and you’ll owe a debt of conscience.

When the truth finally struck me, tears began to fall…

Watching Wang Dong’s retreat, Xiao Yu’s lips curved into a sly smile.

In this life, who would have thought I’d grow so close with an older brother?

Wang Dong truly was one of a kind.

Some people might downplay you, but deep inside, they care.

Half an hour later…

With a sour face, Wang Dong returned to Xiao Yu, rolling his eyes dramatically, “A whole case!”

“Thanks, Wang!”

Wrapping an arm around Wang Dong’s shoulder, Xiao Yu announced with a grin, “Come on, brother—dinner’s on me. Let’s hit a fancy spot; money’s no object!”

“Do I look like I’m after your food?”

Wang Dong scoffed, “When you’ve got time, help me out, alright? Tch, it’s not entirely my problem—it’s Team Five’s issue…”

“Sorry, bro. Brothers help each other out.”

Releasing his grip, Xiao Yu wiped the smile off his face, “Lately, I’ve got to spend more time with my sis—I’m trying to avoid extra work.”

“So you’re not saying it needs to be done now?”

Wang Dong, known for his rapid mood swings, rolled his eyes again, “Even if I help, it’ll be at least ten days later.”

“Alright then, why didn’t you say so earlier?”

Xiao Yu laughed heartily, “We all know that with great power comes great responsibility. Since fate made me a cop, I have no choice but to uphold the law and maintain peace in this world!”

Wang Dong: …

“You must be straight out of a circus,” he muttered.

That was exactly what Xiao Yu said, before dashing off after dinner with Wang Dong.

Every time I step into the capital, nothing good ever happens—might as well head home.

After all, my sister’s embrace is the safest haven.

Strangely, Wang Dong had mentioned Team Five.

A niggling premonition began to stir in Xiao Yu’s heart.

What could it possibly mean?