Chapter 613

Chapter 613

Zhang Jing

Yin Xu's wife, Zhang Jing, was a very sweet-natured woman with dimples at the corners of her mouth when she smiled, making her instantly likable.

Lin Nannan made a point to bring Lu Dudu to meet her. Perhaps it was Zhang Jing's infectious smile, but Lu Dudu didn't resist and was willing to interact with her, which put everyone at ease.

Since Lu Dudu was willing, that settled it.

Zhang Jing took to Lu Dudu and was reluctant to part when it was time to leave.

"Don't worry, she'll be under your care from now on. You won't have to worry about boredom anymore," Yin Xu reassured her.

Lin Nannan knew that Yin Xu and Zhang Jing had been living separately for a long time. In the past, they could still see each other a few times a year, but this assignment was different—they might not see each other for several years, which was why they decided to go together.

Before this, Zhang Jing had been worried about adapting, as she would be far from her familiar environment with nothing to do. She felt conflicted and unsure how to choose.

Now, with Lu Dudu needing her care, she had no more worries.

With the biggest problem resolved, everyone could relax.

As days passed, the villagers watched cars coming through, with many things being hauled out. They also knew that the people on the mountain were evacuating...

This had happened once before, so they were used to it. Aside from a few curious comments, nobody made much of it—it wasn't something they could concern themselves with.

The separation was imminent. The Lu family had packed Lu Dudu's belongings early and bought plenty of treats, wishing they could pack up the whole house.

Lu Hang also tried to spend as much time as possible with his daughter while he had the chance...

"Has Dad chosen a name yet?" Lin Nannan asked.

"He said he would think about it carefully, but then we never followed up. I'm not sure if he's decided. I'll ask," Lu Hang replied. Thinking that Du Du's proper name should be settled before leaving home, he went to ask and found out that it hadn't been decided yet.

Just before leaving home, Lu Dudu was given a proper name: Lu Xuanhe.

...

No matter how reluctant they were, the departure date was set and couldn't be changed.

Lu Hang was the last to leave, as he had to see Lin Nannan and Lu Dudu to their departure.

"Don't worry, there are so many people to take care of us. I'll call you once we arrive," Lin Nannan reassured him, having calculated that by the time she arrived, Lu Hang would already be at the base.

Lu Hang reached out to smooth her hair, tousled by the breeze, his eyes filled with reluctance.

Previous separations, whether long or short, had been manageable because no matter how far apart they were, they knew someone was waiting for them at home.

This time, however, they had no idea when they would see each other again.

"Alright," he said softly, "Take good care of our little girl. If she has trouble settling in, be sure to tell me."

Lin Nannan nodded, just as reluctant to part with Lu Hang. But their work meant they'd face separations.

Lu Dudu's friendly nature stood out in crowds. Coupled with her happy nature, she didn't cry no matter who held her. At that moment, she was so caught up in being passed around that she barely noticed her father.

When Lu Hang came to hold her, the person carrying her immediately let go.

Everyone knew Lin Nannan was taking Lu Dudu away, and no one knew when they would see each other again. Naturally, they wanted to give father and daughter as much time together as possible...

"Listen to your mom, okay?" Lu Hang whispered, pressing his forehead against his daughter's. "Grow up well, and remember to miss Dad!"

These tender words tugged at everyone's heartstrings.