When Wang Yueheng walked into the private room dressed in casual clothes, he immediately attracted everyone's attention and welcome.

"Our hero has arrived!"

"Yue Heng, please sit here!"

"Lieutenant Wang, you've really given our regimental commander a lot of face today!"

Warm greetings rose and fell.

Unlike the previous rehearsals, which were marked by some scrutiny and distance, everyone's attitude was now noticeably more approachable and sincere.

Wang Yueheng's impeccable performance on the "Longwei" ship completely won the recognition and respect of these veteran members.

With a smile, Li Zhenbang pulled Wang Yueheng to a seat next to the main table and personally poured him tea.

Although it was a celebration banquet for the performing arts troupe, there were still strict rules regarding drinking.

Since most of the members of the group are singers and artists, the celebration banquet was simply served with tea instead of alcohol.

Soon, the dinner began.

Although there was no alcohol, tea was used instead, and the atmosphere was still lively.

Group members kept coming over to toast Wang Yueheng, expressing their congratulations and admiration.

"Yue Heng, I salute you! Your rendition of 'A Man Should Be Self-reliant' still gets my blood pumping!" A veteran member of the band said excitedly, holding a teacup.

"Teacher Wang, if you need any help with the creative process in the future, please don't hesitate to ask!" a colleague from the creative team said sincerely.

"Captain Wang, let's perform together next time we go to the troops!" Several young dancers also gathered around with smiles.

Wang Yueheng responded to each question with humility and composure.

He could feel that he was truly integrating into this group.

Just as Wang Yueheng was talking with several colleagues, a figure walked over hesitantly.

It was Su Yuqing, who had tried to get close to him at the restaurant earlier.

Unlike the enthusiasm that came with a clear purpose before.

At this moment, Su Yuqing's eyes were much clearer, and her face showed a hint of apology and even more respect.

"Lieutenant Wang... Lieutenant Wang."

She spoke softly, her tone no longer sweet and coquettish, but rather very formal.

“Teacher Su.” Wang Yueheng nodded to her.

"I've come to apologize to you."

Su Yuqing took a deep breath and said, "I'm sorry for what I did before... I might have bothered you. At that time... it was mostly out of curiosity about celebrities and some inappropriate thoughts..."

She paused, looking at Wang Yueheng with sincere eyes: "But today, on the aircraft carrier, seeing you standing with those ordinary soldiers without any barriers... I truly understand that you are different from the celebrities we have in mind. You are a true soldier, an artist, with your country and comrades in your heart."

She chuckled self-deprecatingly, "I just found out you already have a girlfriend. Is it Assistant Mo? You two are a perfect match, a handsome man and a beautiful woman. I was presumptuous before."

Wang Yueheng was somewhat surprised by her candor and change. He smiled gently and said, "Teacher Su, you're too kind. Let bygones be bygones. From now on, we're all comrades-in-arms. Let's learn from each other and make progress together in the regiment."

Upon hearing the word "comrade-in-arms," ​​Su Yuqing's eyes lit up, and she nodded vigorously: "Yes! Comrade-in-arms! Please guide me in the future! I hope... I hope we can become good partners and friends at work!"

This time, her smile was clean and open as she extended her hand.

Wang Yueheng also reached out and gently shook her hand.

At this moment, the subtle barrier between the two finally dissipated.

Instead, a purer relationship is formed based on shared identity and professional aspirations.