Chapter 350 Zero Tolerance

Commander Zheng frowned and ordered his subordinates, "Go to the political department immediately and find out what's going on."

"yes."

It would take some time to find out the whole story, so Commander Zheng took the opportunity to talk about Chu Mingzhou's promotion. Since Chu Mingzhou's rank had just been promoted, his rank remained unchanged.

"Mingzhou, you have been highly recognized by the organization for your solid military accomplishments, rich combat guidance experience, and outstanding leadership ability, so the organization has decided to promote you to the head of the 741st Regiment. This is not just a promotion in position, but also a responsibility and mission."

Commander Zheng looked at Chu Mingzhou with burning eyes, expecting to see expressions of surprise, joy, and excitement on his face.

But... there was nothing, and his expression remained the same.

Chu Mingzhou stood up, saluted, and said nothing politely, "Yes, I will follow the organization's arrangements."

Commander Zheng was silent for a moment. When he recalled it now, he still vaguely remembered the joy he felt when he was promoted to regiment commander.

At that time, he was promoted to the head of the regiment together with Chu Shan, and he took over the 657th Regiment. And Chu Shan... took over the 741st Regiment.

Commander Zheng's expression softened a little, as if he was looking at another person through Chu Mingzhou, "Sit down, we two don't play these tricks, so try to be more motivated and work hard in the future."

"yes."

"When you are free, talk to the Chief of Staff to discuss how to arrange the celebration banquet and welcome ceremony. After the disaster in Henan Province and the border defense battle, our military region hasn't had a lively time in a long time. You can take the lead and cheer everyone up."

Commander Zheng's proposal was well-intentioned, but Chu Mingzhou was not in the mood to deal with it at the moment and just nodded in response.

The dusk deepened outside the window, and the lights in the barracks in the distance lit up one by one.

After the others came back and reported the matter in detail, Commander Zheng's brows became more and more furrowed as he listened.

But he didn't speak in a hurry. This kind of matter involved so many people. At his level, he could no longer act impulsively and had to consider the many consequences.

Chu Mingzhou remained calm and said, "Gao Cheng is the orphan of a martyr. If we can't even protect him, how can we be worthy of those heroes who sacrificed their lives for the country? Moreover, Cheng Jiefang is a very suspicious person. I suggest that he be arrested and investigated."

The office fell into silence, with only the ticking sound of the old-fashioned clock being particularly clear.

After a long while, Commander Zheng sighed and said, "You are right."

Commander Zheng stood up and paced around the office, his footsteps echoing in the silent room.

His face was solemn, and his eyes revealed a trace of worry. "Mingzhou, you are right. Gao Cheng is the orphan of a martyr. We have the responsibility to protect him. But this matter is not simple. The power of Jinshi should not be underestimated, and it involves agriculture!"

Jinshi’s agriculture is the best in the country, and the Academy of Agricultural Sciences is the object of support from many parties. The agricultural experts there... are extremely important.

Chu Mingzhou straightened up and looked at Commander Zheng firmly. "Under any circumstances, people's comrades should not become victims of political struggles. No matter how powerful the other side is, we should not retreat. Martyrs are respectable."

Chu Mingzhou insisted on making the matter out of proportion, and Commander Zheng felt somewhat helpless after hearing this.

"Zhou Yuzhen and the others cannot be taken away." Chu Mingzhou said.

They pressed forward step by step, just waiting for Commander Zheng to make a statement.

Commander Zheng understood Chu Mingzhou's persistence, and was also aware of the significance of Gao Cheng as the orphan of a martyr, but this matter involved more than just the military.

"Mingzhou, I understand your feelings and agree with your point of view." Commander Zheng spoke slowly, his voice low and powerful, "But we can't just act on passion. Behind Cheng Jiefang stands the Jinshi Academy of Agricultural Sciences, which is under the Central Government..."

Chu Mingzhou did not give in at all, but his voice was much softer, "Grandpa Zheng, on my first day in the Northwest Army, you said to me... from the moment I put on the military uniform, I should be loyal to the organization and the people, stick to the mission of defending the country, maintain a high degree of discipline and responsibility, not be afraid of hardships and difficulties, be brave to make sacrifices, always stand up for the interests of the country and the people, and contribute to the national defense cause and socialist construction.

At this time, China is in the stage of socialist construction, and we put the people first. We should have zero tolerance for any behavior that infringes on the interests of the people! Right or wrong? "

"right."

Chu Mingzhou's words were like a heavy hammer, hitting Commander Zheng's heart hard.

Looking at the determined young man in front of him, he seemed to see the young Chu Shan, the big brother Chu who was full of passion and faith and vowed to defend his country.

It turns out that every time I call grandpa, it’s not in vain.

"Mingzhou, you are right. Even if this matter affects the entire body, we should unconditionally protect the families of the martyrs."

Chu Mingzhou knew that the matter was settled and there was no need to say anything else.

Commander Zheng smiled and shook his head, then returned to his desk. "Okay, you can go back first."

"Yes." Chu Mingzhou saluted, turned around and walked out of the office without staying any longer.

The younger ones in the family all went to rest early, leaving Lin Anan alone sitting in the main hall with her mother and Aunt Chu.

When Chu Mingzhou walked in, the three of them looked at him hurriedly.

"Mingzhou, what's going on? Is there any progress?" asked Aunt Chu.

Chu Mingzhou nodded, "Well, the organization will handle it. There is no need to send the person back to Jin City. We will do what needs to be done."

Everyone breathed a sigh of relief.

Seeing her son-in-law looking tired, Lin's mother felt distressed and said, "Mingzhou, you and An'an should go and have a rest. You are both exhausted."

Aunt Chu also said hurriedly: "Yes, you two should go and have a rest. I'm sorry to have made you worry about Cheng'er's affairs."

"Aunt, this is not worrying, it's what I should do."

Lin Anan stood up and walked to Chu Mingzhou, her tone was particularly gentle, "Since the matter has been concluded, let's go back to the room and rest. It's getting late."

"good."

"Mom, aunt, you should go and have a rest too."

"Yeah, okay."

The two returned to the room, and Lin Anan helped Chu Mingzhou take off his military uniform and hung it on the hanger.

Chu Mingzhou sat on the edge of the bed and rubbed his temples, while Lin Anan poured a cup of warm water and handed it to him.

"Drink some water. You've been tired all day."

Chu Mingzhou took it, took a sip of water, and put the cup on the kang table.

He hooked his hand and pressed Lin An'an onto his lap, "An'an, let me hold you for a while."

Lin Anan leaned on his shoulder and rubbed her head against his, "My husband is the best."

Chu Mingzhou raised the corner of his mouth slightly, hummed softly, and hugged her in his arms, holding her tighter.

Smelling the faint sweet fragrance on her body, I felt extremely at peace.

Lin Anan put her arms around Chu Mingzhou's neck, her fingertips unconsciously stroking the hair on the back of his neck.

The light in the room was dim, and the shadows of the two people overlapped on the wall, looking extremely intimate.

Chu Mingzhou rested his chin on the top of her head, listening to her even breathing. His nerves, which had been tense all day, completely relaxed.

"An An, I've been promoted to the head of the 741st Regiment." Chu Mingzhou suddenly spoke with a hoarse voice, "That was the regiment where my grandfather and father were stationed."

He placed his palm on Lin An'an's back, patting it again and again, as if to comfort her, or as if to reminisce. "When I first heard about the 741st Regiment as a child, I thought it was amazing. My grandfather said that the soldiers of the 741st Regiment even held their guns when they slept, ready to bleed for the country at any time..."

He spoke softly and she listened quietly.