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Upon hearing this, Du Runiang's face changed again, but quickly returned to normal: "Xiao Ruo, I understand what you mean, but over the years Dashan has met his sister no more than ten times, and I'm almost always there when they meet... you might be overthinking it."
Zhuo Dashan is a military officer, and although he occasionally can take leave from the camp, every time he does, Du Runiang knows exactly how many days he requests off. Du Runiang felt that Xiao Ruo's speculation was unlikely.
Of course, Du Runiang knew Xiao Ruo meant well and did not blame her for speaking about such things.
Xiao Ruo pondered for a moment, then asked, "You're there every time they meet, but think about Dashan's expression when he sees his sister. Is there anything different from usual?"
Du Runiang paused: "Yes, every time Dashan sees my little sister-in-law, he becomes very silent. Dashan explained to me that they didn't grow up together and don't know what to say."
