The Supreme Soldier in the City
Chapter 396 - 403 Hello

Chapter 396: Chapter 403 Hello

John Brown stared at Gina Lopez, then let out a dry laugh and said, "Honey, I know I’ve been reckless in the past and did all sorts of messy things. Can you just let it go, please?"

Gina Lopez blushed and said, "I’m not holding it against you. Seeing how miserable you are, and since I can’t satisfy you, why don’t you just go find Sister Sunny? Wouldn’t that be perfect?"

"Honey, can we not joke about things like this?" John Brown had a wry smile on his face.

Seeing John Brown in this state, Gina Lopez actually felt quite pleased. The two had discussed things not too long ago, and John Brown already admitted that he couldn’t completely sever ties with Emma Campbell and Melody Yoody. But now, it was obvious that he cared greatly about her feelings.

"Dear, I’m not joking with you. I mean it."

John Brown sensed that Gina Lopez might truly not be joking, but he still found it hard to believe such a thing could be real. It felt like Gina was testing him. He let out a nervous laugh and said, "I’m a married man now. How could I still mess around like that?"

"Thank you, dear. But I really am letting you go. You and Sister Sunny were so close before. If it weren’t for me, you surely would’ve kept up that relationship with her. Besides, Sister Sunny has already told me that she won’t interfere in our marriage or try to get involved with you romantically. I always kind of felt like I stole you from her. The fact that she doesn’t resent me is already something I’m very grateful for. So, even if you maintain that kind of relationship with her, I won’t be angry."

"No way... Honey, something like this wouldn’t make you angry?" John Brown was truly stunned at this moment. That Gina Lopez could be so magnanimous was simply beyond his belief.

"Hmph, you don’t believe me, do you? Fine, then just forget it. I won’t bother with you anymore." With that, Gina Lopez turned over, giving John Brown her back.

In a flash, John Brown hugged Gina Lopez from behind and said, "Honey, don’t be upset, but this whole thing feels utterly absurd to me."

Gina Lopez snorted, "Do you think I don’t know? Even if I forbade you two from being together, would you really stop sneaking around with Sister Sunny?"

John Brown let out a nervous laugh. This was something he couldn’t deny even if he tried.

"Hmph, speechless, huh? You’re not a heartless person, and Sister Sunny is very devoted to you. If you two were sneaky about it and I found out, I’d be furious. Wouldn’t it be better to just be open about it? At least that way, I could mentally prepare myself."

"Uh... Honey... uh..." John Brown didn’t even know what to say at this point.

Gina Lopez turned back around and hugged John Brown tightly. "Dear, even though we’ve only been married a few days, I really can’t bear to be without you. I’ve already found you a lover, so you better not wrong me anymore."

John Brown was about to promise Gina Lopez that he’d never be with other women again, but at the thought of Emma Campbell, he couldn’t bring himself to say it.

"You jerk! Are you thinking about Emma Campbell, Melody Yoody, or even Helen Wilson?" Gina Lopez pinched John Brown in irritation.

John Brown took a deep breath and said, "Gina, you’ve been so good to me. I really shouldn’t act like this, but I can’t bring myself to be so cold-hearted right now. Give me some time—I’ll handle things gradually. I promise you, if I do see them, I’ll let you know."

"No need. Don’t tell me. If you tell me, it’ll just hurt me. Just be sneaky about it."

"Honey, you’re truly the best. I, John Brown, solemnly swear right now that I will treat you well for the rest of my life." John Brown wasn’t someone who made promises lightly, but when he did, he would do everything in his power to keep them.

Gina Lopez, seeming to understand the weight of John Brown’s promise, softly said, "Alright, go ahead. Sister Sunny hasn’t been with you for quite some time now. If I don’t let you go, she’ll think I don’t mean what I say."

"I still don’t get what kind of agreement you made with Sister Sunny," John Brown said, genuinely curious about the matter.

Gina turned slightly red and admitted, "Back when I wanted to marry you, it was because I didn’t want you and Sandra together. I thought, even if I married you, I wouldn’t let you touch me. That way, you could just... be with Sister Sunny instead. After all, you two were always like that anyway."

John Brown instantly felt lines of black forming on his forehead.

"Later on, as I started to like you more, Sister Sunny told me she wanted to cut ties with you so she wouldn’t hurt my relationship with you. Sister Sunny is so good to me—how could I bear to make her sad? So, I said she could remain your lover in the future."

John Brown nervously laughed and said, "Honey, I can’t help but think you’re way too accommodating. Letting your husband casually share himself with others?"

Gina quickly responded, "Don’t think I don’t care about you. It’s because I care too much about you that I’m indulging you. Who knows—maybe in a few years, I won’t be able to stand it anymore and won’t let you mess around."

John Brown could only give another nervous laugh in response, completely at a loss for words.

"Alright, hurry up and leave. I still have work to finish. You came to mess things up, and today’s just the perfect night to make up for lost time by working late. So, don’t get in my way."

Under Gina’s repeated urging, John Brown finally got out of bed. However, after washing up briefly in the bathroom, he returned to the bedroom.

Gina thought he had gone to change clothes, but instead, he simply lay back down on the bed. She nudged him and asked, "Why aren’t you going?"

"My dear wife, if I go now, it would be too cruel to you. I think it’s better to just stay sneaky." Then he wrapped his arms around her waist and said, "You work on your stuff. I’ll just hold you while I sleep."

"I can’t work like this! Move over a bit." Gina pushed at him, but her face was already full of smiles. She wasn’t testing him—she truly intended to let him go to see Sunny Nguyen. But if he actually went, she’d surely feel uncomfortable about it. Him not going made her feel incredibly at ease.

John Brown chuckled and said, "If I don’t hold you, I won’t sleep well."

Gina reached out to stroke his face and said, "Alright then, you sleep. You’re so needy sometimes."

John Brown said nothing more, simply holding her as he quickly drifted into sleep. Gina’s generosity and tolerance made him, who had initially felt reluctant about the marriage, gradually more comfortable with it.

Early the next morning, John Brown saw Emily Lopez getting up and greeted her with a smile. To his surprise, she glared at him and, when Gina wasn’t looking, pinched him hard while pouting, "Brother-in-law, you’re so terrible!"

"Terrible? How am I terrible?" John Brown was baffled by Emily’s complaint.

"You’re just awful—absolutely awful!" Emily pinched him again before running off into the bathroom.

John Brown was completely confused. Last night, Emily had been cheerful before bed. How did she wake up so upset? He didn’t remember doing anything to her at all, so why the accusation?

At that moment, Gina walked out and asked, "What did Emily say to you just now? Why does it feel so weird?"

"She said I’m terrible, but I have no idea what she’s talking about!"

Emily, toothbrush in her mouth, emerged and shot John Brown another glare. Muffled, she said, "I had a dream last night. A bad guy was bullying me, and you didn’t help me at all. You just stood there and laughed. Isn’t that terrible?"

Both John Brown and Gina were left speechless. Gina was used to her sister’s nonsensical antics and could only roll her eyes, while John Brown felt there was something off about Emily’s excuse, as if she had another reason altogether.

Lucy Campbell came down naturally for breakfast, and after tidying up a bit, the four of them set off together for work.

However, while in the car, Sarah Grandy called John Brown.

"Uncle, today’s my big college-entrance exam. Will you come keep me company?" Sarah hadn’t contacted John Brown for quite some time, so much so that he’d nearly forgotten about her.

John Brown immediately replied, "I’ve got to work!"

"Uncle, this is my college entrance exam—one of the most important events in my life! If you don’t come, and I don’t do well, what am I going to do?"

"Well... fine. I’ll come to your school in a bit."

"I knew you were the best, Uncle! I’ll wait for you at the school gate!"

After hanging up, John Brown explained to Gina, who was very understanding. After all, it was a milestone in Sarah’s life. If John Brown didn’t go and it affected her mood, causing her to perform poorly, it could be a major regret forever.

With Gina’s approval, John Brown dropped the others off before driving straight to Sarah’s school.

While university degrees had lost some of their value, the college entrance examination remained one of the most significant events for every family. Outside the exam venue, the area was packed with people. No cars were allowed near the gates, with several police officers maintaining order and traffic control.

John Brown parked his car a good distance away and walked over. He quickly spotted Sarah by the school gate.

"Uncle!" Sarah ran over immediately, throwing herself into John Brown’s arms and hugging him tightly around the waist.

When John Brown saw Sarah rushing over, he also noticed her parents in the background. Yet the girl still threw herself at him, making him incredibly awkward.

"Uncle, I knew you were the best. You’d definitely come keep me company for the exam!" Sarah let go of him only to grab his hand instead, her face lighting up with pure delight.

"Heh, this is a major moment in your life—I wouldn’t dare not come! But stop messing around; so many people are watching. You’re a big girl now; act a bit more mature."

John Brown tried to position himself as a kind elder to avoid others mistaking him for some pervy uncle.

At that moment, Sarah’s parents came over to greet John Brown. They didn’t seem upset by Sarah’s closeness with him, but John Brown couldn’t shake the feeling that Sarah’s mother had an odd expression—something difficult to decipher.