Although Chen Rou had lived a life of hardship in her previous existence—risking her life in the desert or battling the wind and waves at sea—she had also received her fair share of honors and commendations. While not chased by fans like a celebrity, she would invariably become the center of attention whenever she appeared at official meetings. Any leader who had transitioned from the military would seize the chance to hold forth at length the moment they caught sight of her.
But things were different now.
This was Chen Rou’s second trip back to the Mainland, yet it lacked the sense of homecoming she had felt when she last visited Li Xia. She was now sitting with female leaders from the Women’s Federation, various welfare organizations, and hospitals. She wanted to strike up a conversation, but everyone remained exceptionally guarded, measuring their words with caution. The Nie Family had made a donation to the welfare system, and Chen Rou tried to discuss it with the person in charge, but the woman only gave vague, evasive answers, effectively shutting down the conversation.
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