amaotonovel Chapter 371 He's even learned to salute; it's no wonder he's become a military dog.
Chapter 371 He's even learned to salute; it's no wonder he's become a military dog.
Qiao Manman remained silent for two minutes, then couldn't help but burst into laughter.
Oh my, these women are so much fun! She hasn't been this happy in ages.
After a quick wash, I took Dahuang and Xiaohua to the vegetable garden to pick vegetables.
It had been a long time since she'd been there, and she almost couldn't find her own vegetable garden. It was only after Grandma Zhou called her back that Qiao Manman hesitantly asked, "Grandma Zhou, is this my vegetable garden?"
I thought to myself, "Wow, it's grown so well! It's lush and green, like an experimental field of the Academy of Sciences."
Grandma Zhou rolled her eyes: "You've left the vegetable garden to me for months, you're so carefree!"
Qiao Manman quickly apologized: "Grandma Zhou, I'm sorry, I've been busy lately and haven't had time to think about it!"
Grandma Zhou, your vegetable-growing skills are amazing! How did you take care of these tomatoes? They're so big and red!
Grandma Zhou didn't really hold it against Qiao Manman, after all, the vegetable seeds for her family were provided by Qiao Manman.
I don't know where the girl bought them, but the seedlings that grew were not only less susceptible to pests and diseases, but also produced a lot of vegetables. As a result, the vegetables in her own garden could not be eaten and she started to sell them.
Grandma Zhou glanced at the two yellow flowers and said, "You've raised these two very well!"
“Dahuang and Xiaohua are the pillars of my family, so of course we have to treat them well.” Qiao Manman didn’t explain much, but she gave the two little ones plenty of respect.
Big Yellow stuck out its tongue and squatted on the ground like a warrior guarding their safety. Little Flower flapped its wings, wanting to give a greeting gift, but afraid of revealing its abnormality in front of outsiders; the little chrysanthemum bloomed and withered.
Qiao Manman casually picked some cucumbers and tomatoes, plucked some long beans, and pinched off some tender leafy greens. She filled a basket to the brim and prepared to go home.
They also invited Grandma Zhou to their home for lunch.
Grandma Zhou waved her hand: "You two young couple are so loving, what am I, an old woman, going over there to get in the way?"
I'll just pick a bagful of vegetables from your garden later!
Qiao Manman smiled and said, "There are so many dishes, please help yourself!"
Grandma Zhou waved her hand: "Do you see if your Lu Yuan has any close friends or relatives? You can send them some fresh vegetables!"
Qiao Manman nodded: "Thank you for reminding me, Grandma Zhou!"
After saying that, Da Huang picked up the basket with his teeth and ran towards the family dormitory building.
Little Flower fluttered its wings and followed, while Grandma Zhou clicked her tongue and exclaimed, "Hey, she really can do the work of half a person!"
Qiao Manman hummed a little tune as she went home. She used her consciousness to stew a chicken, steam a fish, and cook rice before washing and chopping vegetables outside.
As noon approached, the food was served. Qiao Manman cut a fruit platter, prepared dog food for Dahuang and Xiaohua, and then nestled on the sofa to wait for Lu Yuan.
As a result, a bunch of people showed up.
Lu Yuan said awkwardly, "Honey, Commander He said he wants to see our dog, Da Huang, and he stopped me from informing you beforehand..."
He was terrified the whole way, fearing that Qiao Manman would bring out something shameful.
She comforted herself, knowing that Commander He had taken the "unity pill" and wouldn't betray Qiao Manman even if he discovered something.
But to everyone's surprise, when the other leaders and comrades found out, they started clamoring to come over. They even went to the canteen and got several meat dishes.
Lu Yuan chuckled awkwardly, "I'll ask my wife to get ready and cook a few more dishes!"
"No need, no need, we just need to borrow a place and sit down!"
Lu Yuan had no choice but to lead the way. He hoped that Qiao Manman would understand him perfectly.
Once they reached the bottom of the building, he called out from a distance, "Wife, I'm home! I've brought Commander He home for dinner!"
Qiao Manman asked the system to amplify the surrounding sounds: "One, two, three, four, five... My God, seven people!"
I quickly put the fruit platter into my spatial storage, leaving only a few green peaches on the table.
Also, put away the tablets, dog food, and other items.
None of the meat and vegetables were served. After all, they were cooked in the kitchen and there was no lingering smell in the house, so it would be a bit strange if they suddenly appeared.
But we can't let everyone eat vegetarian food, so I took out a piece of cured pork from my space, and prepared some garlic sprouts and other things. I'll stir-fry it a little bit in a while, and it will be delicious.
So, when Lu Yuan knocked on the door, Qiao Manman gave him a reassuring look.
He smiled and invited everyone in, pouring them tea.
Brigade Commander He and Political Commissar Zou were completely focused on Da Huang and didn't hear a word Qiao Manman said.
Qiao Manman didn't mind; as long as the proper etiquette was observed, that was enough.
She had Lu Yuan cut the peaches and distribute them to everyone, then went back to the kitchen and quickly stir-fried the cured meat.
When the food was served, he awkwardly said, "I didn't expect the leaders to come, so I only made some rice and millet porridge..."
"It's alright, it's alright, we brought steamed buns!" They still couldn't bear to take their eyes off Big Yellow.
Facing a group of strangers, Da Huang was not intimidated at all. He ran back to the bedroom, picked up his dog bowl, and put it on the ground.
Qiao Manman awkwardly patted its head: "Go back first, I'll make it for you in a bit!"
"No need, no need, Comrade Xiao Qiao, we brought food for Da Huang!" she said, emptying one of the food boxes into Da Huang's dog bowl.
Qiao Manman glanced at it and exclaimed, "Wow, braised pork! They really went all out!"
He chuckled awkwardly and ruffled Big Yellow's head: "Eat up!"
Big Yellow whimpered and glanced at Commander He, then straightened up, saluted him, and buried his head in his food.
Little Flower glanced over, then shrank back. It felt that this sticky stuff wasn't something it could eat.
Although everyone was curious, no one took Xiaohua seriously.
Qiao Manman herded the chicken back to the bedroom, fed it some mutated wheat grains, and calmed it down before coming out to wash her hands in the bathroom and calling everyone to eat.
"Comrade Xiao Qiao, we've come uninvited, we hope you don't mind!"
Political Commissar Zou explained, "The railway sent a letter of thanks to our team. We were really curious about what the hero dog looked like, and we couldn't wait to see it."
Qiao Manman thought to herself, since they're already here, what else could she say? Of course, she smiled and welcomed them, saying, "Not at all, my door is always open to leaders..."
Shit!
Lu Yuan keenly noticed Qiao Manman's mood and served everyone food, saying, "Let's eat, or the food will get cold!"
Even in the sweltering summer, with large temperature differences, it shouldn't take up too much time.
Commander He awkwardly touched his nose, thinking it was his fault; he had been too hasty and flamboyant, and had angered people.
He quickly added, "Hurry up, everyone, so Comrade Xiao Qiao can rest after we finish eating!"
Everyone agreed and wolfed down the food on the table, finding Qiao Manman's cooking skills to be exceptionally good, even better than what the cafeteria chefs made.
After the meal, the group of people were reluctant to leave.
After hesitating for a while, Brigade Commander He spoke up: "Comrade Xiao Qiao, we'd like to have Da Huang as a military dog, what do you think..."
Political Commissar Zou helped persuade them: "Dahuang has excellent qualities in all aspects, and most importantly, it can understand human speech."
If they could become military dogs, they would definitely be able to help soldiers overcome crises, reduce casualties, and better complete their missions!
Qiao Manman asked Dahuang, "What do you think? Are you willing to give it a try? I won't stop you, but being a military dog is dangerous!"
Big Yellow's eyes were shining brightly, but before it could make a move, someone put a military cap on its head: "You've even learned to salute, how can you not be a military dog?"