My Taoist buddy has practiced surrogacy

Chapter 1333 Firm

But after seeing their son's determined eyes and Ling Xue's well-behaved and sensible appearance, they finally agreed to the marriage.

The entire Prime Minister's Mansion was busy preparing for this happy event, hanging up lights and decorations and preparing for the wedding.

However, on the eve of the wedding, news came from the border that the war was getting intense. The court ordered conscription, and Zhou Xing's two elder brothers resolutely signed up to join the army. Zhou Xing was very worried about his brothers' safety, so he went to his parents and asked to let him go to the war in his place.

"Father, mother, and brothers have all gone to the battlefield. As the son of the prime minister, how can I be greedy for comfort? I am willing to serve my country with my life." Zhou Xing knelt on the ground and spoke earnestly.

Although his parents were reluctant, they also understood their son's determination and responsibility, so they agreed to Zhou Xing's request.

When Ling Xue learned that Zhou Xing was going to the war, she was heartbroken. But she also knew that this was Zhou Xing's mission and responsibility as a man. The night before departure, she sewed a battle robe for Zhou Xing, sewing her thoughts and concerns for him into every stitch.

"Third Young Master, you must return safely." Ling Xue said with tears streaming down her face.

"Lingxue, don't cry. When I return triumphantly, we will have the wedding." Zhou Xing hugged Lingxue tightly and comforted her.

The next morning, Zhou Xing put on his battle robe, rode on his warhorse, and led his family soldiers on their journey. Ling Xue stood on the city wall, looking at Zhou Xing's receding back, and prayed silently in her heart.

The war was cruel and merciless, with swords flashing and gunpowder filling the battlefield. Zhou Xing fought bravely in the army, and with his wisdom and courage, he made great achievements. But he was also injured many times, and his body became weaker and weaker.

In a fierce battle, Zhou Xing was shot by an arrow and fell off his horse. The soldiers thought he was dead, and the enemy took the opportunity to launch a more fierce attack.

However, Zhou Xing did not die. He was rescued by an old Taoist priest who passed by and took him to a remote cave to recuperate.

The old Taoist priest was skilled in medicine, and under his careful care, Zhou Xing's injuries gradually improved. But he was concerned about Ling Xue in the capital and the progress of the war, and he was eager to return to her.

After several months of recuperation, Zhou Xing's body recovered to a large extent. He said goodbye to the old Taoist priest and set out on the road back to Beijing. Along the way, he did not stop and experienced hardships. Finally, on a sunny day, Zhou Xing returned to the capital.

When he appeared in the Prime Minister's Mansion, everyone was stunned. Ling Xue burst into tears of joy, and she ran over and threw herself into Zhou Xing's arms.

"Third Master, you are finally back!"

Zhou Xing hugged Ling Xue tightly, feeling her warmth and love. "Ling Xue, I'm back. Sorry to have kept you waiting."

After this life-and-death test, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue's love became even more solid. With everyone's blessings, they held a grand wedding. At the wedding, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue leaned against each other, their eyes full of happiness and joy. They used their stories to tell people that true love can overcome all difficulties and obstacles.

From then on, Zhou Xing and Ling Xue walked through every spring, summer, autumn and winter of their lives hand in hand. They planted all kinds of flowers in the garden, symbolizing that their love was as colorful as flowers; they studied poetry and books together in the study, passing on culture and knowledge; they gathered with relatives and friends in the courtyard, sharing the joy and warmth of life. No matter how the years change, their hearts are always closely connected, like the flowers that never wither, exuding eternal fragrance in the long river of history.

At a seminar on technical problems at a construction site, Zhou Xing proposed a bold and innovative idea. He believed that if a new type of concrete pouring technology was adopted, it would not only improve construction efficiency but also enhance the stability of the building. Once this idea was proposed, it was questioned by many people. Some people laughed at him and said, "Zhou Xing, you are just a worker, what technology do you know? This is not a joke." Zhou Xing was not angry. He patiently explained his ideas and the feasibility of the plan. Ling Xue listened quietly on the side. She was proud of Zhou Xing's courage and wisdom. She stood up to support Zhou Xing: "I think Zhou Xing's proposal makes sense. We can conduct a small-scale test first, and then promote it comprehensively if it works." With Ling Xue's support, Zhou Xing's idea was implemented. After repeated tests and adjustments, the new concrete pouring technology was a complete success, greatly shortening the construction period, and also saving costs for the entire project.

This news reached Ling Xue's parents, and their views on Zhou Xing began to change. Ling Xue took the opportunity to bring Zhou Xing home to meet her parents. Zhou Xing was dressed neatly and appropriately. Although his face still had some traces of time, his eyes were confident and determined. He sincerely expressed his love for their daughter, as well as his plans and commitments for future life to Ling Xue's parents. Ling Xue's parents looked at him with mixed feelings. They realized that although this young man did not have a high degree and a prominent background, he had a positive and hardworking heart, and most importantly, he was sincere to his daughter.

In the vast universe, interstellar routes crisscross and connect various galaxies and space stations. Zhou Xing, a young and gifted interstellar route surveyor, constantly explores new routes in this vast starry sky with his desire for the unknown and outstanding professional ability. Ling Xue is a cook in a space station located at an important interstellar trade node. She uses her unique cooking skills to bring the taste of home to passing crew members and passengers. The thread of fate quietly brings these two seemingly unconnected people together, weaving a heart-warming story.

Zhou Xing was driving his small but high-performance surveying spacecraft, and after completing a long and arduous route surveying mission, he was heading towards the nearest supply station, which was the space station where Ling Xue was. The long solo voyage made him look a little tired, but his eyes still flashed with his love and persistence for the starry sky.

When the spacecraft slowly docked at the berth of the space station, Zhou Xing dragged his heavy feet down the gangway. He walked through the bustling corridor, and the aroma of various foods filled the air, which made him speed up his pace. He was attracted to the restaurant of the space station by this tempting aroma.

The restaurant was crowded and bustling. Zhou Xing finally found an empty seat and sat down. Just as he was about to order, he was attracted by the scene in front of him. In the open kitchen, a light-footed woman was busy shuttling between the stove and the dining table. She skillfully stir-fried the ingredients in the pot, and the flames in the pot jumped around her, as if adding a touch of mystery to her. Her face was white and delicate, her bright eyes were like the twinkling stars in the night sky, and the corners of her mouth were covered with a faint smile, making people feel like spring breeze.

Zhou Xing was so absorbed in watching that he didn't even hear the waiter's voice: "Sir, what would you like to order?" He came back to his senses and ordered a few dishes at random. Then his eyes drifted to the woman again. After a while, the dishes were served one after another. Zhou Xing took a bite and his taste buds were instantly ignited. The rich flavor and delicate taste made him close his eyes and savor it carefully. "This taste... is so wonderful!" Zhou Xing couldn't help but exclaimed.

Hearing Zhou Xing's praise, Ling Xue, who was busy in the kitchen, raised her head slightly and glanced at him. When her eyes met Zhou Xing's, her cheeks flushed slightly, and then she quickly lowered her head and continued to focus on the cooking in her hands.

Since then, Zhou Xing seemed to be possessed, and would come to the restaurant of the space station to eat every day. He always sat in that fixed position, silently watching Ling Xue busy in the kitchen, enjoying the delicious food she cooked. And Ling Xue gradually noticed this man who always paid attention to her silently.

One day, when there were not many customers in the restaurant, Ling Xue finally plucked up the courage to walk to Zhou Xing's table. "Hello, I'm the chef here, Ling Xue. I see that you like the food in our restaurant very much. I wonder if there is anything that suits your taste?" Ling Xue said with a smile, a hint of curiosity in her eyes.

Zhou Xing was a little surprised. He didn't expect that this woman would come over and talk to him. He quickly put down the cutlery in his hand, stood up, and said politely: "Hello, my name is Zhou Xing. Your food is very delicious, and every dish is very memorable."

The two began to chat, from food to the starry sky, from their own experiences to their visions for the future. Zhou Xing told Ling Xue about his thrilling encounters and magnificent scenery during the interstellar route mapping process, and Ling Xue shared her experiences as a space station cook and the joy she got from cooking.

As time went by, they got to know each other better and a subtle feeling grew. Every time Zhou Xing returned to the space station after completing a mission, what he looked forward to most was meeting Ling Xue and sharing with her what he had seen and heard during the journey. Ling Xue would always prepare some newly developed dishes for him, and watching him eat with relish, he felt a sense of accomplishment.

However, their identity differences have become an insurmountable gap. Zhou Xing is an interstellar route surveyor. His mission is to explore unknown interstellar areas and draw accurate route maps. His world is full of dangers and challenges, but also full of endless glory and dreams. Ling Xue is just a cook in the space station. Although her life is plain, it is full of fireworks and warmth. She can't understand why Zhou Xing chose such a risky job, nor can she imagine his loneliness and solitude when he sails alone in the vast starry sky.

Once, the space station received an urgent mission to send a group of professionals to a remote planet for resource exploration and development. As an interstellar route surveyor, Zhou Xing naturally became one of the key members of this mission.

When Zhou Xing told Ling Xue the news, Ling Xue's face turned ugly. "Why do you want to go to such a dangerous place? Do you know what unknown dangers there might be? Can't you not go?" Ling Xue said anxiously, tears flashing in her eyes.

Zhou Xing looked at Ling Xue, and he was also very conflicted. He knew that this mission was crucial to his career, but if he went, it would mean being separated from Ling Xue for a long time, and there was indeed a great risk. "Ling Xue, this is my job, I have to go. As an interstellar route surveyor, I have the responsibility to contribute to humanity's interstellar exploration." Zhou Xing said helplessly.

"But your safety is more important! I can't lose you..." Ling Xue said crying, and she threw herself into Zhou Xing's arms.

Zhou Xing gently stroked Ling Xue's hair and comforted her, "I will be back safely, don't worry."

Despite this, Ling Xue was still filled with worry and anxiety. In the next few days, she was depressed all day long and prepared for Zhou Xing's departure. She carefully prepared some food for Zhou Xing that could be kept for a long time on the spacecraft, and also prepared a special gift for him - a handkerchief embroidered with their names, hoping that this handkerchief would bring comfort to Zhou Xing when he missed her.

The day of departure finally arrived. Zhou Xing, wearing a neat uniform and carrying a heavy bag, stood at the dock of the space station. Ling Xue stood not far away, looking at him with tears in her eyes.

"Zhou Xing, you must be careful..." Ling Xue said while choking.

"Don't worry, Ling Xue. We will get married when I complete the mission and come back." Zhou Xing looked at Ling Xue affectionately and made a promise.

The spacecraft slowly took off and left the space station. Zhou Xing looked through the window and saw Ling Xue's figure getting smaller and smaller until she finally disappeared from his sight. A strong sense of reluctance and responsibility surged in his heart. He knew that he had an important mission and had to face everything ahead bravely.

On the way to the target planet, Zhou Xing's fleet encountered a sudden interstellar storm. The powerful energy fluctuations and violent shaking put the entire spacecraft in extreme danger. The crew struggled to save the spacecraft, but the situation was still very critical.

In the chaos, Ling Xue's figure kept appearing in Zhou Xing's mind. He remembered the good times they spent together and the promise he made to her. "I can't die like this, I have to go back to see Ling Xue!" Zhou Xing swore secretly in his heart.

After the unremitting efforts of all the crew members, the spacecraft finally survived the brink of life and death. This storm made Zhou Xing deeply realize the danger of his work and the fragility of life. He also strengthened his determination to complete this mission and return to Ling Xue safely.

Meanwhile, Ling Xue was constantly worried about Zhou Xing's safety in the space station. She would follow the news about the target planet every day, praying that Zhou Xing would be safe. She worked hard, pouring her thoughts and concerns about Zhou Xing into every dish. However, as the days passed, there was no news from Zhou Xing, and Ling Xue's heart was gradually shrouded in fear and anxiety.

As time went by, Ling Xue gradually realized that she could not just wait passively. She began to reflect on her life and future, and decided not to rely on Zhou Xing anymore, but to work hard to improve herself.

Ling Xue used her spare time to sign up for various training courses on the space station, learning about interstellar navigation, alien culture, and culinary innovation. She discovered that her love for cooking was not limited to the kitchen of the space station.