The training ground was deserted, leaving only the howling wind that shook the tree branches.

When Ma Zijun entered the house, his grandfather had just finished washing up.

"Grandpa, I have something to discuss with you."

"Okay, come in."

Commander Ma turned and went into the study, followed by Ma Zijun.

"What does this child want to say to his grandfather, all so mysteriously?"

Ma Zijun's father was puzzled and followed him into the old man's study.

"Speak, what is it?"

"Grandpa, do you think it's appropriate for me to be with Gu Yun Chu?"

"Who is it, Gu Yun Chu? Which family does she belong to?"

Ma Zijun's father never expected his son to say such a thing. He's only so young, just turned 18, and he's already thinking about finding a wife.

"Shut up, you're so jumpy. If you want to listen, then listen quietly."

Commander Ma is exhausted. Other people's sons are capable enough to stand on their own, but his son lacks ambition, has mediocre abilities, and is just coasting along in a lowly position in logistics. If his son were more capable, would he need to keep such a close eye on his grandson?

"Okay, okay, I won't say anything."

Ma Zijun's father was already used to it; his father disliked him and thought he was a disappointment.

"Why would you suddenly have this idea? You're not that old, and that little girl from the Gu family is even younger?"

"Suddenly I feel that Gu Yun Chu is a good match for me. Our families are well-matched, she likes the military, and I am also a soldier. We will have common ideals and support each other in the future. It's pretty good."

Ma Zijun was also clueless about matters of the heart. Liang Yuan had always said that she liked him and would marry him when she grew up, but he thought it was just a child's joke and didn't take it seriously.

“You think it’s useless, but it’s only useful if the young lady thinks it’s suitable. Although Grandpa hopes that you can support the family, he also hopes that you can find a truly compatible partner. Life is long, and you can’t settle for less.”

Commander Ma also thought the Gu family's daughter was quite nice, and that the Gu family's future was promising. However, he also understood that the Gu family valued their child highly and wouldn't easily agree to the marriage. His son Zijun's indecisiveness was a fatal flaw, and he hadn't changed it over the years.

"I don't know what Gu Yun Chu is thinking, I haven't told her yet. We've arranged to spar tonight, I'll ask her then. It's a win-win situation, I think she'll consider it."

Ma Zijun himself wasn't sure; he didn't actually know much about Gu Yun Chu.

"May I ask a question? Is the Gu family the same as Commander Gu's family?"

After listening for a while, Ma Zijun's father realized that it was just his son's wishful thinking, and the girl had no idea.

"Yes, it's Commander Gu's family. They're about your age, but they have far more military medals than you, especially this time, they've earned merit again."

Commander Ma gets angry whenever he sees his eldest son. If it weren't for his wife's reluctance, he would have sent him to the ends of the earth long ago. It's heartbreaking to see him like this.

Ma Zijun's father fell silent. His grandfather wished Commander Gu were his son. He didn't want things to be this way either. He had two older brothers who had both died young, and his mother doted on him, never giving him a chance.

"Grandpa, I'm going to wash up. I'll ask him tonight and we'll talk about it then."

"Okay, you're still young, don't rush these things."

Ma Zijun nodded and went out, and his father quickly followed his son out as well.

Seeing her impatient son, Commander Ma was helpless. This son was born after her husband lost two sons, and she had raised him with utmost care. She had only one wish: that her child would live.

Sigh, it's all fate!

The Ma family had this idea, and the Xu family was also discussing this topic.

"Xu Yi, I've seen your school's training results, and there's still room for improvement."

Political Commissar Xu looked at his eldest grandson, who had grown even taller.

"Yeah, I know. After school started, I realized that there are always people better than me. I really envy Liu Jiu. She's really amazing. I feel like she's always improving."

Xu Yi took a bite of the big steamed bun, and thought, "It's really incomparable!"

“The Gu family’s little girl is so capable, Xu Yi, why don’t you give it a try and see if she likes you? If you two get together, your pressure will be much less in the future.”

Commander Xu made a suggestion, half-jokingly and half-seriously, saying that he thought the Gu family's little girl was really nice.

"No, I don't want to, Gu Liujiu will beat me to death."

Xu Yi was shaking his head so hard he was practically on fire, his refusal unwavering. He simply couldn't accept Gu Liujiu. In terms of strength, intelligence, and willpower, he was no match for Gu Liujiu. He couldn't bear being suppressed by her for the rest of his life.

"Look at your pathetic self, I bet even Gu Liujiu wouldn't be interested in you."

Commander Xu felt his son had no chance; he was family-oriented and wouldn't be interested in someone like him.

"That would be perfect. Liu Jiu and I are only suited to be brothers."

Xu Yi had a clear understanding of his own position: he and Liu Jiu were comrades-in-arms and brothers, so they could never be lovers.

Xu Yi, now seventeen, has some understanding of relationships and likes gentle girls.

Political Commissar Xu didn't get involved. He had also thought about the Gu family's daughter, and it would be nice if the two families could arrange a marriage, but seeing Xu Yi's behavior, he decided against it. Marriage is not like other things; it shouldn't create enmity.

Back home, Mu Nanfang was also a little anxious. Liu Jiu would be seventeen by the New Year, and many people were eyeing her. To be fair, Liu Jiu was good-looking, capable, well-mannered, and from a good family, so it was normal for her to be coveted.

"What are you thinking? You're about to get food up your nose."

Looking at her son, who was clearly lost in thought, Mu's mother noticed that he was almost twenty years old and spent all his time hanging out with a bunch of kids.

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