Chapter 227 Silent Hero
The last time I came to Kong's house, the sky and the earth were still covered with white snow.
But now when I come here again, what catches my eyes is a scene of splendor. A large patch of trumpet creepers is climbing freely along the wall of the Kong family's house. The flowers are layered one upon another, eye-catching red and gorgeous orange, swaying gently in the breeze, as if they want to release the energy accumulated over the winter, decorating the entire yard with vitality, which is completely different from the last time.
"This...this is so beautiful." Lin Anan was attracted by the magnificent sight of the trumpet creeper and couldn't help but blurt out, her eyes full of amazement and admiration, and she couldn't take her eyes away.
If this happened in the future, she would definitely take photos, check in, and post the nine-square grid on her Moments!
"like?"
Lin Anan nodded in bewilderment.
"Then I'll plant two trees for you in our yard." Chu Mingzhou looked at her, the corners of his mouth raised unconsciously, with doting in his eyes.
"Okay!" Lin Anan smiled happily.
Kong Changming heard the noise and turned his wheelchair to the door.
He was not surprised by the arrival of the two people. He seemed to be already familiar with their casual nature. He smiled and nodded at Lin Anan, then skillfully controlled the wheelchair back to the house.
"Mom, add two more dishes."
"Okay~"
After entering the house, Kong Changming quickly brewed a pot of tea. The steaming tea aroma instantly filled the house, soothing the atmosphere.
He poured a cup of tea for each of them, looked at Lin An'an calmly, and said, "Sister-in-law, if you have anything to say, just tell me directly. Don't be polite with me."
It was obvious that Chu Mingzhou had greeted him.
Lin Anan clasped his hands together, sorted out his thoughts, and said solemnly: "Comrade Kong, you know, I am not in good health, and I usually write at home, which can be regarded as an effort for myself.
Now I want to write a new book called "Spine". The protagonists of this book are going to be several soldiers who retired due to injuries, intending to show the backbones that support the country like steel.
So, I want to interview you and write your spirit into a book so that more people can know about it, is that okay?"
She stared at Kong Changming without blinking, her eyes full of earnestness.
Kong Changming's hand holding the teacup trembled slightly, and his eyes instantly became deep, as if Lin Anan's words brought back memories of the past.
Those days of war, the battlefields full of bullets and shells, and the cries and sacrifices of my comrades-in-arms, all flooded into my mind like a tide.
After a long while, he slowly spoke, his voice slightly hoarse, "Okay, let's wait until after dinner."
"Yes, thank you very much."
Let's put this topic aside for now. Kong Changming chatted with Chu Mingzhou casually. The two of them had a pretty good relationship.
Aunt Zhang was very warm and was very happy to see Lin Anan again.
At the dinner table, she kept picking up food for Lin Anan and kept saying that Mingzhou was lucky because his wife was beautiful and capable.
Aunt Zhang works at the Education Bureau. How could she not know about the school bullying incident that caused a lot of controversy some time ago?
Not only know, but also pay special attention to it.
She said that Lin Anan was kind-hearted and willing to stand up without hesitation and break through the darkness with drastic measures. She was really brave.
After the meal, Lin Anan was so flattered that she was flattered.
Chu Mingzhou was not polite at all. He was happier when others praised his wife than when they praised himself.
After the meal, Aunt Zhang said a few words casually and went back to work.
They rested for a while before getting down to business.
Lin Anan looked serious and quickly took out the prepared paper and pen to start taking notes.
Chu Mingzhou sat aside and watched quietly.
Lin Anan adjusted her sitting position and asked softly, "Comrade Kong, the battle back then must have been very tragic, right? Can you tell me about your first experience on the battlefield?"
Kong Changming looked into the distance, as if he could see through the wall and see the smoke of the battlefield. He said slowly: "Although we have been familiar with war since we were young, when we first went to the battlefield, we were afraid and our hands were shaking. We didn't have enough courage.
But when I saw my comrades around me, their determination to protect our country, I knew that I couldn’t retreat, not even a single step. Shells were exploding around me, dirt was flying everywhere, my ears were buzzing, but my body couldn’t help but rush forward…”
Kong Changming is a communications soldier, usually the best protected one in a company. Message guidance, reception and transmission, etc., all depend on him.
He said he could dodge the flying grenade...but there were only two words missing on the machine and the message had to be sent, so he would rather risk his own life!
In the end he lost both legs but saved his life.
As Kong Changming told the story, Lin Anan felt as if she was there. Her pen moved quickly on the paper, recording these precious and shocking fragments.
The atmosphere in the room was solemn, with only the low voice of Kong Changming's narration and the rustling sound of the pen tip touching the paper echoing.
Before I knew it, the afterglow of the setting sun poured in through the window, giving everything in the house a warm golden hue.
Lin Anan stopped writing and looked up, tears still welling up in her eyes. She choked up and said, "Comrade Kong, thank you! I must write this book well so that more people can see you, the silent heroes."
Kong Changming waved his hand. "It's nothing for me. At least I'm still alive. It's worth it if you can pass on the spirit of those deceased comrades."
Lin Anan suddenly asked another question: "Will you regret it?"
"meeting."
Kong Changming looked at her and answered very affirmatively.
Lin Anan couldn't help but be stunned!
"Yeah……"
Kong Changming withdrew his gaze from afar and slowly fell on his empty trouser legs. His fingers gently stroked the armrests of the wheelchair. The movement was slow and heavy, as if he was caressing the pain of the past.
After a long while, he finally spoke, his voice full of vicissitudes and sighs: "I regret not being able to save a few more comrades, and not being able to accompany them to see the day of victory. On the battlefield at that time, every second was a life-and-death decision. I chose to complete the mission, but the price was watching the brothers around me fall..."
His eyes were slightly red, and the faces of his deceased comrades flashed through his mind one by one, as clear as if it were yesterday.
Lin Anan's nose felt sore and tears welled up in her eyes again. She knew very well how much deep comradeship was behind this self-blame.
Chu Mingzhou reached out and patted Kong Changming on the shoulder, "Okay."
Kong Changming took a deep breath and tried to calm down. "However, if time could go back, I would still make the same choice. Because we all know that from the moment we put on the military uniform, it is our mission to protect our country and our people, even if it costs our lives..."
Lin Anan nodded heavily and clenched the pen in her hand even tighter. She secretly vowed in her heart to present the stories of these heroes to the world in full, so that future generations would always remember their efforts and sacrifices.
This interview not only provided her with writing materials, but also was a spiritual cleansing, allowing her to have a deeper understanding of responsibility and patriotism.
As it got dark, Lin Anan and Chu Mingzhou stood up to say goodbye.
Kong Changming insisted on seeing them to the door. The afterglow shone on him, outlining his resolute figure.
Lin Anan looked back and saw that the trumpet creepers were still in full bloom, just like the beautiful life that these heroes had watered with their blood, which would never fade.
China will be especially good in the future.
Thank you!
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