ABLO Chapter 38

A month later, Lu Zhengwei was finally cleared of suspicion. The traitor of the empire who was with Lu Zhengwei turned out to be an undercover agent. He had never betrayed the empire, so Lu Zhengwei was naturally exonerated.

However, whether he was cleared of suspicion or not, Lu Zhengwei did not wake up, and no one knew how long he would last in this state.

Ning Mixiang decided to take him abroad for treatment. As long as he was still alive, there was hope, and no one would give up on him.

Grandpa Lu had recovered from his injuries and returned to the army to continue his duties. Things had finally settled down, and the Lu family gradually calmed down. As days passed by, life seemed peaceful, but the laughter and joy of the past were no longer there.

Lu Yang had always thought that the Lu family was an indestructible existence. Now he understood that if no one among the younger generations of the Lu family could support the Lu family in the future and they just lived under the wings of their elders, then the Lu family would fall one day.

By that time, maybe he couldn’t protect his Tutu.

He finally understood that only when he was strong and didn’t rely on anyone could he protect the one he loved and let the one he loved live freely and without worries.

Before Ning Mixiang took Lu Zhengwei abroad, everyone gathered in the yard to have a meal. During this period, Ning Mixiang rarely came home, and Grandpa Lu was recuperating. The entire Lu family was engulfed in a sorrowful atmosphere and had not sat down for a meal together like this for a long time.

It was rare for the Lu family’s courtyard to be so lively. Three generations sat together. No one mentioned those bad things. They only picked up a few happy things to talk about. The atmosphere was very relaxed and lively.

Grandpa Lu took out a bottle of treasured wine from the wine cabinet, poured a glass, and drank it alone. Ning Mixiang never drank. The two children were not yet adults and could not drink. He could only drink by himself. Usually at this time, his son would accompany him to drink a few sips.

He thought of Lu Zhengwei, who was unconscious in the hospital; his eyes darkened, and he forced himself to cheer up, lowered his head, and ate two bites of food.

The table was full of food, and the newly served casserole was hot on the table, the soup was boiling, and the aroma was fragrant, which greatly increased people’s appetite.

Grandpa Lu was in high spirits, looking at Lu Yang and Ruan Mian and smiled: “You two grow up quickly; when you grow up, grandpa can enjoy his old age.”

“Yeah, soon.” Lu Yang smiled slightly, picked up a few side dishes for Grandpa Lu, and picked up a chicken leg for Ning Mixiang. The two of them were busy recently and hadn’t sat down to eat properly for a long time. They all lost a lot of weight.

Ruan Mian held the soup bowl that Lu Yang had just handed him and looked at Lu Yang and couldn’t speak. The hot steam of the thick soup hit his eyes. He blinked gently, his long eyelashes trembled a few times, and his eyes were slightly red.

He lowered his eyes, his heart was sour. He had expected some separation, but he didn’t know how to face it.

That day, everyone ate and drank and dispersed late at night and went back to their rooms.

Before Ruan Mian entered the house, he was pulled by Lu Yang and held in his arms. Lu Yang whispered in his ear: “Tutu, wait for me to come back, okay?”

Ruan Mian gently rubbed his neck and replied softly, “Okay.”

He didn’t want Lu Yang to leave, but he couldn’t keep Lu Yang. Lu Yang had to grow up, and he had to grow up too.

Lu Yang let him go, looked at his wet eyes, lowered his head, and gently kissed him on the forehead.

This was the first kiss Lu Yang gave him. It was a little cold and soft, with a gentle and warm touch, and a fresh scent of ice cream.

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Lu Yang left the house on a sunny afternoon. He took his luggage to the military academy alone, leaving only two carved carrots.

One of the two carrots was carved into an arctic wolf and the other into a lop-eared rabbit. His skills were a little better than before, but still rough. Ruan Mian could only barely see the appearance of the lop-eared rabbit and the arctic wolf.

Ruan Mian smiled gently, holding the two carrots, and looked at them quietly for a long time.

After an unknown amount of time, he finally couldn’t help but lie on the table and sobbed softly.

With Lu Yang’s physical fitness and learning ability, it was almost easy for him to enter the military academy. He didn’t have to worry about Lu Yang failing the exam. It was just that after Lu Yang officially entered the military academy, he couldn’t see Lu Yang anymore.

He couldn’t go to the army to see Lu Yang as he did before. It was a formal army, far away from here, with strict blockades, and not a place that anyone could enter at will.

A few days later, after Ning Mixiang also left, only Ruan Mian was left in the house to accompany Grandpa Lu.

Aunt Li looked at this quiet grandfather and grandson and often sighed. When Lu Yang was at home, he always complained that the porridge was too hot or that the slippers were not cute enough. She always felt that Lu Yang was noisy, but when Lu Yang was not at home, she felt uncomfortable. Without Lu Yang, the house seemed to be particularly lonely, and even the air was much quieter.

Ruan Mian just listened quietly and did not tell Aunt Li that she actually missed Lu Yang. Just like him, she always felt that something was missing in her life.

He grew to love eating ice cream more and more, almost needing a box every day.

In the past, when he was in a bad mood, he always liked to eat ice cream. After Lu Yang left, he realized that he just wished that Lu Yang could be with him when he was in a bad mood.

Time passed quickly, and Lu Yang was admitted to the army as expected. On Lu Yang’s birthday, Ruan Mian couldn’t see Lu Yang. This was the first birthday they hadn’t spent together since they met.

Ruan Mian still remembered that he had promised Lu Yang on his birthday last year that he would give Lu Yang a big cake.

He thought about it for a long time and didn’t want to disappoint Lu Yang, so he couldn’t help but buy a cake. After he came back, he ran to ask Grandpa Lu to find a way to help him send the cake to the army for Lu Yang.

After hearing his request, Grandpa Lu bowed his head and thought for a while, then agreed. Although this was not in line with the rules, Grandpa Lu knew that Ruan Mian had missed Lu Yang very much and, afraid that he would cry, he agreed. Grandpa Lu exercised his privilege for the first time and delivered his grandson a cake.

This cake was selected by Ruan Mian himself. There were four wolves and a rabbit on the cake. One of the smaller wolves was close to the little rabbit, looking cute and adorable.

He hoped that they could be reunited soon, just like before.

On Ruan Mian’s birthday, Lu Yang couldn’t come back either, so he asked someone to send back two carrots. He didn’t have much food in the army, and he had to ask the squad leader of the kitchen for these two carrots.

Grandpa Lu received the things sent by his subordinates, looked at the arctic wolf and lop-eared rabbit in the box, and silently shed a handful of bitter tears for himself.

Stinky boy, you don’t even know to carve an old wolf carrot for your grandfather.

He curled his lips, closed the lid, and walked over to knock on Ruan Mian’s door.

Ruan Mian was sitting at the desk studying very seriously, with headphones on his ears, and his expression was focused, so he didn’t hear Grandpa Lu knocking on the door.

Grandpa Lu had no choice but to walk in and gently patted Ruan Mian’s shoulder, “Mian Mian.”

Ruan Mian took off his headphones, smiled at Grandpa Lu, and called him obediently, “Grandpa.”

Grandpa Lu handed him the box in his hand and said, “This is a birthday gift that Baby Lu asked someone to send to you. Open it and take a look.”

Ruan Mian was very surprised and couldn’t wait to open the box. When he saw the carrot inside, his eyes lit up instantly. He touched it with great love, as if he had seen some rare treasure.

Lu Yang’s skill in carving carrots has improved a lot. The rabbit looks a bit realistic, but it has been quite a while since it was sent, so the carrot looks a bit wilted.

Grandpa Lu stood by and glanced at the desk subconsciously. He was stunned when he saw the medical books on it. He picked it up and flipped through it a few times. He said in surprise: “Mian Mian, do you want to study medicine?”

“Yes.” Ruan Mian looked at the medical books on the table and nodded gently, “I want to go to medical school.”

Grandpa Lu frowned slightly. He looked at Ruan Mian and said seriously: “Mian Mian, have you thought it through? If you study medicine, you may face many bloody scenes and encounter many emergencies. Can you bear it?”

An omega whose original form is a rabbit is naturally timid. It is generally difficult for them to take on a profession like being a doctor, which requires a strong ability to handle psychological stress.

Ruan Mian reached out and gently touched the arctic wolf made of carrots. His eyes were a little soft. He smiled and said: “I will try my best to overcome it!”

Grandpa Lu glanced at the carrots in the box and asked almost affirmatively: “Are you doing this for Baby Lu?”

“Yes.” Ruan Mian nodded gently and said in a very soft voice: “I also want to protect him.”

Soldiers can defend the country, and doctors can protect soldiers.

Lu Yang will encounter many dangers on the battlefield. He can’t fight with Lu Yang, so he wants to protect Lu Yang from behind.

Grandpa Lu sighed softly: “Mian Mian, think about it carefully. I don’t want you to regret it. If you want to be a doctor, you will encounter many difficulties. If you choose a career suitable for an omega, the future may be much easier.”

As an elder, he just hopes that the younger generation can live comfortably and happily. The most important thing is health.

Ruan Mian understands Grandpa Lu’s intentions but still shook his head firmly and says softly: “Grandpa, I won’t regret it. I have thought it through. If Baby Lu can overcome difficulties, I can too.”

He thought deeply about studying medicine. He used to hate hospitals, but now he doesn’t. He is confident that he can overcome difficulties and help more people to make his life more meaningful.

Grandpa Lu looked at Ruan Mian and suddenly realized that the children were growing up. They had the path they wanted to take. That path might be difficult, but they would definitely work hard to go on, just like when he was young, working hard step by step to get to today. Nothing is destined to succeed from the beginning, and it all requires hard work.

As an elder, he should be happy for them. All he can give them is advice and support.

He put down the medical book in his hand, did not object anymore, just patted Ruan Mian on the shoulder, smiled with relief, and said: “Mian Mian, you can do it! Grandpa believes in you. If you need any help, remember to tell Grandpa.”

“I will, Grandpa! Don’t worry.” Ruan Mian nodded vigorously, his voice crisp.

As long as he thought of him and Lu Yang working hard together, he felt that there was nothing to be afraid of.

They separated so that they could meet again under better circumstances. Therefore, he must strive to grow and cannot always hide behind Lu Yang and rely on him for protection.

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T/N: OMG! Hi, I’m back ^^ IDK if I survived finals but let’s just all hope hahaha. Anyways, it’s been a while, so I hope I’ll get into the groove soon again. I’ll update more on the schedule once I got more chapters translated, hope you enjoyed reading this chapter and have a great month!!!