The group they encountered on their last mission consisted of ruthless thugs who were also holding hostages. As a result, both the leader and the battalion commander sustained injuries of varying degrees.

However, his injuries were not as severe as the battalion commander's, and since his home was local, and his wife happened to be pregnant again, the battalion commander took care of him and let him go home to recover. Otherwise, he wouldn't know when he would be able to go home again after just taking leave.

So in the end, it was he who was less seriously injured who went home to recuperate, while He Chaoyang, because he was going home, only had his wound treated and returned to the army.

If it weren't for the urgency of this mission, he would still be resting at home.

However, given the current situation, their battalion commander needs a vacation even more than he does.

Anyway, his wife's health seems to be much better now, and his mother-in-law's autumn harvest is over, so she has time to take care of his wife.

Therefore, he can return to his unit after his leave.

After all, for him, this mission only disrupted his happy life with his wife and children.

However, judging from the current situation, it was a crucial moment for their battalion commander to win over his wife.

So, grateful for their battalion commander's kindness, he not only offered to return to his unit early but also directly gave this idea.

Anyway, given their battalion commander's physical condition, it wouldn't matter where he recuperated from that level of injury.

Moreover, despite its small size, Hongqi Town has a proper military hospital, mainly because it is a border town close to Russia.

Therefore, there are troops stationed here. During temporary training or missions, soldiers are often injured, which is why the military has set up a military hospital here.

Calling it a hospital isn't quite accurate, as it's too small, but it does have the necessary medical facilities and doctors.

Surgery might not be the best option, but routine wound care and injections are no problem.

He Chaoyang was quite in favor of He Weian's suggestion.

He originally planned to take Chen Shuning to the town hospital to treat her foot injury, and then have the wound re-bandaged before returning to the military region.

It wasn't that he didn't want to spend more time with Chen Shuning; it was just that he didn't know that such a small place as Hongqi Town actually had a military hospital.

In his memory, there were troops stationed here, but it seemed to be only one regiment, so he hadn't thought there was a military hospital here.

It would be even better if he could recuperate here, as it would also make it easier for him to meet with the little girl.

So He Chaoyang was clearly pleased to hear what He Weian said.

His fast pace slowed down, just like He Weian, whose legs were shorter than his, walking behind him.

As soon as the others caught up, they hurriedly turned around and asked, "Is there a military hospital here?"

"Yes, it's located near the 358th Regiment's camp, not far from the Qingshan Brigade. It's about a half-hour walk from there."

Don't be fooled by the fact that the garrison here is only a regiment-sized force; the number of troops is quite large, almost equivalent to two regiments.

Furthermore, this area is close to the border and adjacent to the Daqing Mountains, so their mission is not only to guard the border, but also to help the local people deal with wild animals coming down from the mountains every winter.

Therefore, their chances of getting injured are comparable to our reconnaissance battalion's. Last year, a soldier was injured by a bear coming down from the mountain.

Moreover, such incidents occur every year, so the military region leaders made a special approval to establish a small military region hospital here.

Of course, the conditions are definitely not as good as in Harbin; they can only provide basic treatment like treating external injuries and giving injections.

"As long as the wound can be treated, that's fine. But if I stay here, you'll probably have to go back to the army early. There's a lot going on in the camp, and it's not good for neither of us to be there. Will your wife be okay?"

He Chaoyang knew that He Weian's wife was not in good health, and he heard that it was because of this that He Chaoyang had obtained special permission from his superiors to allow He Weian to go home and recuperate.

So although he was reluctant to part with the little girl, He Chaoyang still hesitated.

Having worked together for more than a year or two, He Weian naturally understands He Chaoyang's temperament.

Patting He Chaoyang on the shoulder, he said with a smile, "It's okay. I just took your sister-in-law to the hospital for a check-up a few days ago, and everything is normal. Besides, the autumn harvest is over now, and my mother-in-law has time to come and take care of her. Don't worry, I'm perfectly fine here."

Hearing He Wei'an say that, He Chaoyang felt relieved and said with a smile, "Thanks then, I'll treat you to a drink later."

"You're being too polite. You've taken care of me all these years, and I haven't even thanked you for what happened a few days ago. Now that I have this rare opportunity, I have to show my appreciation."

But tell me the truth, bro, were those delicious things you brought back the other day made by this girl, Ms. Chen?

Putting everything else aside, their food-making skills are truly exceptional. Even I, a grown man, find their milk tea delicious.

You're a lucky guy, make the most of it and try to win her over as soon as possible.

When Chen Shuning was mentioned, He Chaoyang surprisingly showed a bit of shyness, like a young boy.

However, she replied with great determination, "Definitely, she's the one for me in this life."

The subsequent handover of the prisoner went smoothly, and the stolen items were successfully found on the main culprit.

The remaining interrogation was handled by the local public security bureau, who are professionals in this area.

After completing the formalities, He Weian led more than twenty People's Liberation Army soldiers directly back to the military region.

When Director Fan learned that He Chaoyang was going to the military hospital in the area for treatment, he very kindly arranged a car and driver.

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