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Chapter 68 Pure Land

The moonlight gently spilled onto the roads of the military compound. Jiang Man sat quietly on the old sofa at home, but her mind was far from calm.

The events of the day were like a tangled mess, constantly swirling in her mind.

Today, those children, accompanied by their parents, came to my home to apologize.

Their eyes flickered, and although their words were sincere, Jiang Man keenly sensed something was amiss.

It's likely that they heard that Shi An and Shi Ning's father was a pilot, which sparked their interest.

In this era of relative scarcity and limited resources, being a pilot means having access to more connections and resources. Perhaps they are planning to leverage these connections for future conveniences.

Jiang Man despised this kind of utilitarian behavior, and she sent them away without any hesitation.

In her heart, the world of children should be as pure as the azure sky in the compound, and should not be tainted by worldly impurities.

Finally, the sound of a car engine came from outside the door; Qin Yishen had returned.

Jiang Man quickly got up and went to greet him.

As soon as Qin Yishen stepped into the house, he saw Jiang Man's serious expression. His heart tightened, and he asked softly, "What's wrong? Why do you look so serious? Did something happen?"

Jiang Man told Qin Yishen everything that had happened during the day. Her tone was tinged with resentment: "You know what? They weren't really here to apologize. They were just trying to get close to you because you're a pilot. Who knows, they might ask us for help in the future. I can't stand people like that, so I just chased them away."

Qin Yishen listened quietly, a hint of relief gradually appearing in his eyes.

After Jiang Man finished speaking, he gently took her hand and said tenderly, "Man'er, you did the right thing. I'm so glad you can see things so clearly and weren't deceived by their pretense."

Jiang Man raised her head, looked into Qin Yishen's eyes, and said earnestly, "I just don't want the children to be exposed to these complicated things too early. Shi An and Shi Ning are still young. Their world should be full of sunshine and sincerity, and should not be eroded by these utilitarian thoughts."

Qin Yishen nodded slightly, his heart filled with praise for Jiang Man.

“You’re right, the environment in which children grow up is crucial. We must do everything we can to ensure they thrive in an environment filled with love and sincerity.”

Jiang Man nestled gently in Qin Yishen's arms, her emotions gradually calming down.

“I know you’re busy with work and often away from home, so I need to take better care of this family and the world of our children.”

Qin Yishen hugged Jiang Man tightly, resting his chin on the top of her head, and whispered, "Man'er, thank you for your hard work. With you here, I feel incredibly at ease. You always make the right choices in these matters, which makes me very gratified."

On this quiet night, Jiang Man and Qin Yishen's hearts drew even closer.

The next day happened to be Saturday, and Qin Yishen got a rare day off.

The sun is shining brightly and a gentle breeze is blowing; it's the perfect weather for flying kites.

Jiang Man and Qin Yishen decided to take Shi An and Shi Ning to fly kites in the courtyard.

The lawn in the courtyard was lush and green, like a huge velvet carpet spread out before our eyes.

Shi An and Shi Ning ran around excitedly on the lawn, each clutching their kite tightly in their hands.

Shi An's kite is a lithe eagle, its outstretched wings seeming to break through the clouds.

Shi Ning's kite was a colorful butterfly, fluttering in the air, which was quite beautiful.

Qin Yishen skillfully helped the children tidy up the kite strings, then held the kite high and gently pushed it into the wind, and the kite slowly rose into the air.

Shi'an and Shi'ning jumped for joy, their little hands constantly turning the spool, trying to make the kite fly higher and farther. "Dad, look, my eagle is flying higher than Shi'ning's butterfly!"

Shi An shouted excitedly, his eyes shining with pride.

"No, that's not true! My butterflies fly the most beautifully!"

Shi Ning retorted defiantly, and worked even harder with his hands.

Jiang Man stood aside, watching the children's innocent and adorable appearance, her face beaming with a happy smile.

She said to Qin Yishen, "You're usually so busy with work, this kind of time is really precious. The children especially love it when you spend time with them."

Looking at the kites soaring higher and higher in the sky, Qin Yishen said with emotion, "Yes, I also cherish these moments. Seeing the children so happy makes all the hard work worthwhile."

While flying kites, Qin Yishen would also explain to the children some knowledge about wind direction, wind force, and the principles of kite flight.

Shi An listened intently, occasionally asking questions such as, "Dad, why does a kite need to face the wind to fly?"

What effect do strong or weak winds have on kites?

Qin Yishen patiently answered all the questions, satisfying the children's thirst for knowledge.

Shi Ning was happily chasing a butterfly kite nearby, her laughter echoing like silver bells in the courtyard.

Suddenly, a strong gust of wind blew, taut the kite string in Shi Ning's hand, and the kite began to shake violently in the air. Shi Ning was terrified and at a loss, tears welling up in her eyes.

Seeing this, Jiang Man hurriedly ran over to comfort Shi Ning: "Baby, don't be afraid, Mommy is here."

Qin Yishen quickly adjusted the tension of the kite line and stabilized the kite.

With her parents' help, Shi Ning's butterfly kite was once again flying steadily in the sky.

After playing for a while, the children got tired and lay down on the lawn to rest.

Gazing at the kites of various shapes and sizes in the sky, their hearts were filled with anticipation for the future. Shi An said, "I want to be like my dad when I grow up, a brave person who can overcome all kinds of difficulties."

Shi Ning chimed in, "I want to draw lots and lots of beautiful pictures, and draw all the kites from today."

Jiang Man and Qin Yishen listened to the children's words and smiled at each other.

Around noon, the sun became quite scorching. Jiang Man and Qin Yishen returned home with the children, and the aroma of food wafted from the kitchen.

The family sat around the dining table, enjoying a simple yet heartwarming lunch. On the table were steaming dumplings, which Jiang Man had made herself early that morning.

The dumplings had a variety of fillings, including pork and cabbage, chives and egg, and shrimp. The children ate with great relish, frequently praising their mother's excellent cooking skills.

After lunch, the children went back to their rooms for a nap. Jiang Man and Qin Yishen sat in the living room, enjoying a moment of peace and quiet.

Jiang Man picked up her needle and thread and began mending clothes for the children. Qin Yishen picked up a newspaper and began reading domestic and international news.

"Look, the country is developing faster and faster, and science and technology are constantly advancing. Maybe our lives will change even more in the future."

Qin Yishen pointed to a newspaper article and said to Jiang Man.

Jiang Man raised her head and smiled, saying, "Yes, no matter how things change, as long as our family is together, we have nothing to fear."