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"I have no idea!"

Tang Yue answered quickly and urgently, as if she was about to join forces with Nie Youyu at any moment.

Nie Youyu was so angry he almost couldn't catch his breath. How many years had it been? How many years had it been since he'd been insulted like this? This feeling was truly unpleasant.

Tang Yue blinked her innocent big eyes at Nie Youyu. She really didn't know. What kind of look was this man giving her? If she didn't know that she was only five years old in this body, she would have thought that the man in front of her was the man she had abandoned.

Nie Youyu took a deep breath and stared at Tang Yue. "You really don't know?"

Tang Yue nodded honestly.

"You know the current situation in China, right?"

Tang Yue wanted to shake her head, but she had passed through some places and seemed to have some understanding of the lives of ordinary Chinese people nowadays. "Commander Nie, which aspect are you referring to?"

Nie Youyu stared at Tang Yue for a long time, and finally concluded that Tang Yue genuinely didn't know. Even if she really didn't know, considering her young age, it's possible that the man surnamed Kang simply hadn't told her.

"China is lagging behind in many aspects, and there are several different ideas in the country. Some people believe that learning from the United States can save China, some people believe that learning from Russia can save China, and some people firmly believe that China can save itself."

Tang Yue stared at Nie Youyu, "So, Commander Nie, which one do you think we should study to save China?"

Nie Youyu stared at Tang Yue, "Which one do you belong to?"

Tang Yue smiled. How interesting. She now understood what this person meant. It seemed he and Commander Kang were definitely not from the same faction. So that's how it was.

"Commander Nie, I think you're overthinking it. I'm just a company commander, and my position doesn't seem to have any impact on the overall battle situation. Besides, this is the first time I've heard Commander Nie make this statement today."

These things are far too profound for me; I don't understand them at all, nor do I want to. If Commander Nie invited me to dinner for this reason, I think you'll be disappointed.

Nie Youyu was not disappointed. He continued, "The Russians promised that as long as you go to Russia, they will give you a settlement allowance of 100,000 yuan. And you can bring your family with you."

Tang Yue was unhappy, but she didn't show it. It seemed that Nie Youyu and Mao Ziguo didn't value her much, otherwise they wouldn't have tried to buy her for a mere 100,000 yuan.

She really doesn't care about such a small amount of money. It seems they don't know everything after all.

"Or you can mention any other conditions you have. I'll try my best to discuss them with them and meet your requirements."

Tang Yue blinked. "So, this is how you support Russia?"

Nie Youyu was a little embarrassed. "What nonsense are you talking about? If the Russians didn't think you had some value, why would they spend so much money to invite you over? 100,000! You might not earn that much in your entire life."

Tang Yue stood up. "Thank you for your kindness, Commander Nie. But I belong to China, and that will never change in this lifetime."

After saying that, she turned and walked out, the table behind her slamming shut with a loud bang. Tang Yue stopped. Nie Youyu was still sitting, but his expression wasn't good. "Company Commander Tang, I think you know my purpose. You can't just leave like this, can you?"

Tang Yue raised an eyebrow. "Commander Nie, I was brought out by you right under the noses of Commander Huang and our battalion commander. Do you think it's appropriate for me not to go back?"

Nie Youyu chuckled lightly, "Company Commander Tang, you're overthinking it. I'm just inviting you to my house for a casual meal."

That's what they said, but their gloomy eyes clearly told a different story.

Tang Yue ignored her and went out. Chang Yin led Sun Jinan and the others in a truck towards the city. "Battalion Commander, our company commander is quite impressive. Look, she has friends in Beijing, and someone even invited her to their home for dinner. We don't have such good luck."

Sun Jinan was completely unaware of the danger. Chang Yin glanced at him but remained silent.

Nie Youyu is likely a pro-Mao figure. Although he hasn't explicitly stated his stance, his grandfather once said so. He's probably a radical member of the pro-Mao faction. That's why Chang Yin was indeed somewhat uneasy when Tang Yue went to his house.

"Protecting your company commander is your mission, have you all forgotten?"

Sun Jinan and the others immediately straightened their expressions. The company commander had been so capable along the way that they hadn't encountered any danger, to the point that they had almost forgotten that Company Commander Tang was still their top priority for protection.

The group dispersed and hid near the family compound and several entrances.

Tang Yue opened the door to Nie Youyu's study and saw Lai Xiang waiting there as soon as she stepped out. She didn't speak, and the two walked together to the stairwell. "Sister Lai, are you coming up?"

Looking into Tang Yue's eyes, Lai Xiang understood what she meant. He quickly cooperated, "Um, Yueyue, I'd like to invite you to see my room. Didn't you say you wanted to tour my room?"

"Yes, Sister Lai, may I?"

"Of course you can."

As soon as they entered the house, Lai Xiang took Tang Yue's hand and said in a very low voice, "Little Yueyue, if you're unhappy, leave now and don't worry about me. I'm fine."

Tang Yue smiled and began to look around Lai Xiang's room.

The room was neither too big nor too small, about twelve or thirteen square meters. It was divided into a rest area and a study area. The rest area had a single bed, with some small toys and a few bedtime books on the bedside table.

The study area contained a desk and a chair, with a desk lamp, stationery, textbooks, and other study supplies on the desk. The items were arranged neatly, matching Lai Jie's (Lai Jie's) temperament.

"Wow, Sister Lai, your room is so tidy. It looks so comfortable."

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