Lin Ying was both angry and anxious. She said loudly, "Commander Shan, I heard everything. Please stop hiding it from me. What happened to Zhao Qinghuai? Tell me the truth. Where is he in danger right now?"

Shan Yubang sighed helplessly on the other end of the phone, knowing he couldn't hide it any longer, and said, "Comrade Lin Ying, it's about the same thing as before. They found a mark left by their comrade there, so they decided to go in and search for it."

But don't worry too much, they are all very experienced soldiers. It's just that this situation is a bit special; the terrain and conditions there are quite complex, and they haven't been able to get out for a while yet. But we all believe they are capable of handling it.”

Lin Ying said anxiously, "Commander, please don't try to comfort me. It's been two months and there's still no news. It must be very dangerous. Did you have someone crack that map before? If not, they won't be able to get out once they go in!"

After thinking for a moment, Shan Yubang decided that he should reveal some information to Lin Ying, so he said, "To be honest, Zhao Qinghuai and the others have lost contact with the outside world since they went in, but don't worry, they are definitely still alive. We will never give up on rescuing them."

Hearing this, Lin Ying became even more worried. She quickly said, "Commander, if I can draw that map and put it together correctly, won't you be able to rescue them faster?"

Shanyu Bang thought he had misheard: "What did you say?"

Lin Ying told Shan Yubang the purpose of her call today: "I think I've discovered that the map is related to the blueprints for the mechanism. That's what I wanted to tell you today. I was just studying the mechanism and the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams when I found that some of the blueprints I drew are very similar to some of the patterns on the blueprints that Zhao Qinghuai had in his memory."

Upon hearing this, Shan Yubang immediately perked up, raising his voice several decibels: "Comrade Lin Ying, are you telling the truth? This is extremely important! Where are you now? I'll send someone to pick you up right away!"

Lin Ying quickly said, "Commander, I'm in town now. I came with the children. You can send someone to the town commune. I'll wait for your people here."

"Okay, okay, Comrade Lin Ying, you've really been a great help. Just wait there, I'll arrange for someone to get there as quickly as possible. But... never mind, that's too slow, I'll go myself." With that, Shan Yubang hurriedly hung up and left.

It takes at least five hours to get from the headquarters to the town, so it's definitely more convenient for Shan Yubang to come than for her to go, especially since she has children with her. It would be better if he came here, discussed things, and then directly issued orders.

Lin Ying hung up the phone, still feeling uneasy. Looking at the children beside her, she forced a smile and said, "It's nothing, it's just that Dad's mission this time is a bit complicated. But it's not a big problem. It's like a riddle; Dad has entered a maze, but Mom already knows the secret of the maze and will be able to bring Dad back soon."

Upon hearing this, Shuanzi sighed, "Dad is so useless."

After Shuanzi and the others started calling Lin Ying "Mom," they also started calling Zhao Qinghuai "Dad."

They agreed that they would call their biological parents "Dad and Mom" ​​and their uncles and aunts "Dad and Mom".

When Shan Yubang arrived, Haoyu had already finished school.

Lin Ying had already drawn all those patterns in her spare time. Of course, the reason she was able to remember the patterns was because Zhao Qinghuai had worn that outfit and done *that* with her before.

Lin Ying drew out each pattern piece separately, and then arranged the patterns according to the Five Elements and Eight Trigrams.

"So that's how it is!"

Startled by Shan Yubang's voice, Lin Ying turned her head and said, "Commander Shan, you've come at the right time. I've already marked the numbers on this paper. Just to be safe, it would be best if the people you send in this time brought a few more maps with them."

Looking at the pattern that Lin Ying had carefully drawn and arranged on the paper, Shan Yubang's eyes were full of surprise and admiration. He nodded repeatedly and said, "Comrade Lin Ying, you are really amazing. Just looking at it, I feel that I am one step closer to unlocking the secret inside. I will arrange for people to prepare according to your drawing and send more people in to support Zhao Qinghuai and the others as soon as possible."

Lin Ying frowned slightly and said with a worried look, "Commander Shan, we must be careful in selecting the people who go in this time. Since that place is so complicated and dangerous, we must send experienced and capable soldiers. It would also be best to prepare more equipment and supplies to deal with various emergencies."

“You’re right, Comrade Lin Ying. I know what I’m doing. This matter concerns the safety of the soldiers, and I will definitely make careful arrangements.”

The children watched the adults' serious and busy expressions and quieted down, though their little eyes showed tension and concern. Shuanzi tugged at Lin Ying's sleeve and whispered, "Mom, will Dad and the others really be alright?"

Lin Ying squatted down, gently patted Shuanzi's head, and comforted him, "It'll be alright, baby. Daddy and the others are all very capable soldiers. Plus, we have new leads now, so we'll definitely be able to complete the mission successfully and come back safely. We have to believe in them."

At this moment, Shan Yubang said to Lin Ying, "Comrade Lin Ying, we owe you a lot this time. If it weren't for you discovering this clue, we really don't know how long we would have had to wait. Now I have to go back to the unit to oversee the follow-up preparations. You take the children and go back to wait for news. I will notify you as soon as there is any situation."

Lin Ying stood up, hesitated for a moment, and said, "Commander Shan, can I go with you? I know some medical skills, and if any of the soldiers are injured, I can help treat them in time. Besides, I'm quite familiar with these patterns, and maybe we can find some other clues when we get to the scene."

Upon hearing this, Shan Yubang said with some difficulty, "Comrade Lin Ying, that place is too dangerous. You are taking the children with you, and I am really worried about you. It is good that you have this intention, but it is safer for you to wait for news in the rear."

Lin Ying wanted to try again, but looking at the children around her, she swallowed her words. She knew that Shan Yubang was right and that she couldn't act impulsively, so she nodded and said, "Alright then, Commander, you must take good care of yourself. I hope everything goes smoothly this time."

"Don't worry, Comrade Lin Ying, we will do our best." After saying this, Shan Yubang hurriedly returned to his unit.

Lin Ying returned to the village with the children, but her heart remained uneasy. She always felt that the blueprint was not as simple as it seemed.

Every day, she stayed at the clinic, treating the villagers while anxiously waiting for news from the army. Every minute and every second was torture for her. In order not to worry her children, Lin Ying forced herself to read medical books to calm her mind.