Chapter 547: I’m Very Sorry

Translator: EndlessFantasy Translation  Editor: EndlessFantasy Translation

Now, at the age of thirty, Su Shen had a child and a wife. The rest of his life was his to decide, and he chose to spend it with his family.

Not long after his marriage, he had communicated his intentions to his superiors. He sought an appropriate time to retire, willing to undertake covert operations within his capabilities, but he would not return to the military unless there was a war.

Perhaps it was because of this request that Hu Bing had appeared. However, Su Shen was certain of his choice. It didn’t matter who showed up now, even if it was a high-ranking officer, he would not succumb to the pressure and respond.

Gu Zi sat beside him, observing Su Shen’s expression. She could tell that Su Shen truly had no intention of returning to the military.

At this moment, Gu Zi felt a sense of relief. After all, if Su Shen had responded to the call, it would mean that she would have to live alone in the future.

Previously, she thought she wouldn’t be afraid of Su Shen leaving, but now faced with this choice, she realized she wasn’t as indifferent as she had imagined.

Hu Bing found it hard to decipher Su Shen’s intentions, so he responded, “Su Shen, rather than urging you, I am here on the commander’s orders to ask you to come out of retirement.”

Hu Bing knew his place. Su Shen considered him a good friend, but he had no right to pressure Su Shen into anything. Aside from the matter with Hu Jie, he sincerely hoped that Su Shen would respond and return.

After all, this would mean that Su Shen would gain greater authority and status. His future position would be one that many could only dream of. As a brother-in-arms, he didn’t want Su Shen to give up this opportunity. If Su Shen rose in rank, they could all benefit.

Su Shen nodded, replying, “Since you’re here to ask me, I can refuse. You don’t need to say more. I’ll state it again, my choice won’t change. I want to stay here.

“Also, I welcome you as a guest, but I hope you understand what you should and shouldn’t do.

“I am a married man now. You’re helping Hu Jie by bringing her personal letters to me. Are you trying to make me unfaithful? Take the letter with you. I won’t read it, and there shouldn’t be a next time!” As he said these words to Hu Bing, his gaze fell on Gu Zi.

If he was only explaining to Hu Bing, he wouldn’t have said so much. But clearly, he needed to explain more to his wife.

Upon hearing Su Shen’s words, Hu Bing’s mood fluctuated, and his face changed slightly. He stood up, his tone respectful, “I apologize, Su Shen. There won’t be a next time. I’m sorry about Hu Jie’s matter, to both you and your wife. Mrs. Su, please forgive me!

“I will report truthfully to the commander. The military will respect your wishes. I’m very sorry!”

Seeing Su Shen’s serious attitude, Hu Bing apologized three times in a row, which surprised Gu Zi. A man who dared to injure Su Shen in a sparring match was now apologizing to her, a civilian, without any regard for his pride. It seemed that Su Shen’s position in the military was indeed extraordinary!

Gu Zi looked into Su Shen’s eyes, her admiration and love for him deepening. The matter with Hu Jie’s letter wasn’t Su Shen’s fault, and she had no reason to be angry with him.

So, Gu Zi smiled brightly and said to Hu Bing, “Apologies don’t solve anything, but I believe Major Hu won’t make the same mistake again. Please sit down and have some tea!”

Hu Bing, who came from the military district, brought a letter from someone outside the district. It was clear that he intended to match his cousin with Su Shen, which was why he had informed his cousin Hu Jie. Knowing that he was going to see Su Shen, she had written the letter for him to deliver.

Moreover, Su Shen had said that his marriage had been reported, so people of a certain rank in the military district should know that Su Shen was married again.

If Hu Bing knew, then Hu Jie must have known as well. Yet, despite this, she had asked her cousin to deliver the letter. It was clear that neither of them had a sense of boundaries.

Fortunately, Su Shen was smart and explained in time. Otherwise, this letter could have become the start of a rift between them.

Therefore, Gu Zi didn’t intend to show any kindness to Hu Bing. However, she wouldn’t neglect basic courtesy. As Su Shen’s wife, she didn’t want to embarrass him.

At this point, Hu Bing’s attitude towards Gu Zi softened considerably. He didn’t dare to be confrontational anymore. He wisely picked up his teacup and drank his tea, not saying anything else, for fear of upsetting Su Shen and Mrs. Su.