The aloof military doctor arrives at the unit, and the tough guy can't sit still.

Seeing Lu Zhenghan's solemn expression, Xia Qiuran felt increasingly flustered. She secretly reviewed what she had just said, repeatedly wondering if she had said something wrong.

Did Lu Zhenghan think that this was her own business and she shouldn't bother the other soldiers?

Honestly, isn't the regimental headquarters supposed to be a big collective, a big family? Can't she even ask her comrades a few questions?

Oh well, he's the boss, so I won't stoop to his level.

"Oh, right, I remember there's a teacher in our department who's currently hospitalized. I asked her to help me find a math tutor; she should agree," Xia Qiuran said with a smile.

Lu Zhenghan's jawline was taut, thinking that Xia Qiuran didn't know he also knew these things from the textbooks. He coughed lightly and then said something else.

"Xia Qiuran, my grades were pretty good when I was in school."

"Yes, I heard that you were recommended to Tsinghua University, a top-tier university, in high school. After studying there for two years, you abandoned your studies to join the army. Your courage is truly unmatched."

Xia Qiuran didn't think much of it and immediately raised her head to agree.

Thinking to himself, "So this is what Lu Zhenghan wanted to say all along. I didn't expect that even after becoming the regimental commander, he still has such a childlike mentality. But then again, with such a glorious history, of course he wants to be praised by others."

"You know?" Lu Zhenghan asked, somewhat surprised, his brows furrowing slightly.

Seeing that Lu Zhenghan was slightly agitated, Xia Qiuran assumed he liked hearing this and spoke even more enthusiastically. It was just praise and flattery, she could do that too.

"Yes, I've also heard that you've always been number one in the school, far ahead of the second-place student. You've won by overwhelming force. Now that you're the regimental commander, you've managed the regiment very well. You're truly an all-around talent."

Xia Qiuran smiled and nodded repeatedly while speaking, giving a thumbs-up.

"Xia Qiuran, since you already know, why won't you let me tutor you?"

Lu Zhenghan's words came so suddenly that Xia Qiuran was momentarily caught off guard.

what?

How could she dare to do that? If she really went to Lu Zhenghan for tutoring, whether he had time or not was another matter. His first reaction would probably be that she had ulterior motives and wanted to take their fake relationship into real life.

If I think back to what happened in the storage room later, will I suspect that she deliberately seduced me?

She didn't want what was originally a pure and healthy relationship to become complicated.

"Xia Qiuran, I am your girlfriend now, even if it's only in name. But when you encounter problems, you only think of finding someone else. Isn't that ignoring my existence?" Lu Zhenghan said in a heavy voice with a cold face.

"Commander, I didn't think that much about it. I didn't contact you because I was afraid of bothering you."

Xia Qiuran quickly explained that she did not expect Lu Zhenghan to have such a thought. If it were someone else, they would probably be trying to avoid trouble, but he actually took the initiative to take responsibility. His sense of responsibility was too strong.

"Besides, I think we'll have to separate sooner or later. Getting too close now would only create more trouble later. And I heard your family is coming, so you definitely won't have enough time."

"My grandparents are very open-minded, so you don't need to worry too much. Besides, we don't necessarily have to separate."

"What happened today was my fault, and I will take responsibility."

After he finished speaking, Lu Zhenghan's ears turned red, his breathing seemed to become erratic, and he unconsciously curled his fingers in his chair.

Xia Qiuran subconsciously raised her head and asked somewhat nervously.

"What's wrong?"

"It was in the storage room that you helped me with CPR."

After Lu Zhenghan finished speaking, Xia Qiuran felt terrible. It turned out that he had always remembered. But why did he have to say it out loud? How could they ever meet again? It was so awkward.

But it's okay, she did that to save someone, and she might feel more at ease after explaining it out.

"Commander, that was just normal medical treatment. Besides, you were electrocuted while trying to save me, so it was only right that I saved you. There's no question of taking any responsibility," Xia Qiuran said with a faint smile, feigning composure.

Lu Zhenghan's cheeks and chest had already been silently flushed with a light red, and his neck was taut and straight, as if he was deliberately trying to hide his inner panic.

"You saved me, that's fine. It was I who overstepped my bounds."

"I'm not an irresponsible person. I'll file for marriage after your internship ends."

marry?

Upon hearing this word, Xia Qiuran's eyes widened instantly, and she froze in shock.

Having just gotten rid of Zhao Feng, she didn't want to imprison herself in another cage so soon, even though this cage was tall, handsome, and had a good family—the dream prison of many women.

But a cage is still a cage. Dating is a matter between two people, but marriage is a matter between two families. Their identities and families are not compatible in any way. If they were to get married, they would inevitably encounter countless problems.

Just thinking about it gives me a headache. She's been given a second chance at life, and she can't afford to make such a basic mistake again. No one can.

Moreover, Lu Zhenghan just said that he only wants to take responsibility, not because he likes her and wants to marry her. How can a marriage without feelings and that is mismatched in every way be happy in the future? It's better for neither of them to hold the other back.

"Commander, we are comrades-in-arms in the revolution. When you are committed to the revolution, you should be able to distinguish between public and private matters. It is understandable that you were not fully conscious at the time and did some involuntary things."

"Don't worry, I'm not the kind of woman who's fussy and clings to one thing. I understand your behavior, and you don't need to take it to heart."

Xia Qiuran spoke solemnly, her eyes revealing a frank and open demeanor.

Lu Zhenghan's gaze grew increasingly serious. "Xia Qiuran, feel free to speak your mind. Don't make things difficult for yourself. I'm not saying we should get married just because of this. You are hardworking and ambitious, and you are indeed a very good life partner."

Xia Qiuran was suddenly touched. Even at this point, Lu Zhenghan was afraid that she would feel embarrassed, and he was still trying to find a way to save face for her.

But what kind of personality does Lu Zhenghan have? After working together for so long, how could she not understand? Even Bai Yunyun, who has a good family background and good looks, and Yuan Qiaoling, who is her childhood sweetheart, didn't fancy him. How could he possibly be interested in a country girl like her?

She is self-aware and will never covet what doesn't belong to her.

"Commander, I really didn't mean to make things difficult for myself. I think the foundation of marriage is love, or at least that kind of feeling for each other. But I have nothing but respect and admiration for you. You are like my older brother. How could I have any improper thoughts about my older brother?" Xia Qiuran said sincerely.

Like the eldest brother?

Lu Zhenghan paused. After all this time, it turned out she only regarded him as her older brother. For a moment, Lu Zhenghan felt as if his throat was blocked with cotton, and he was unable to speak.

Seeing Lu Zhenghan's increasingly grim expression, Xia Qiuran couldn't understand which of her words had gone wrong again.

Lu Zhenghan is acting really strange today. Is it a side effect of being electrocuted? It seems she'd better keep quiet.

"Commander, if there's nothing else, I'll head back now."

After saying that, he got up and was about to leave.

"etc."

Xia Qiuran's fingers had just touched the doorknob when Lu Zhenghan immediately called out to her again.