Chapter 156 Xiao Zhao's Farewell
After listening to Xiao Zhao's words, Qingyu stood up from her chair.
He didn't say anything, but simply looked out the window.
The room was eerily quiet.
I don't know how much time passed, maybe a minute, maybe ten minutes...
Qingyu suddenly turned around and said with a smile.
"Xiao Zhao, you can take revenge yourselves if you want. Just like last time, you can temporarily join Han Shuo's team and come back after you've taken your revenge."
Xiao Zhao remained silent and did not reply. He dared not look into Qingyu's eyes again and lowered his head in guilt.
Seeing Xiao Zhao like this, Qingyu felt a pang of heartache.
"well……"
Finally, Qingyu sighed, slowly walked forward, and rubbed Xiao Zhao's head with her hand.
"You've grown up, kid."
"Captain, I..."
Xiao Zhao looked up, about to say something, but was quickly interrupted by Qing Yu.
"Fine, fine, I promise you. Han Shuo is much smarter than me. I feel at ease handing you over to him."
"Captain, Captain, you really agreed?"
Xiao Zhao felt flattered. He had thought that the captain would give him a good scolding, and he had even prepared his response in advance.
Unexpectedly, the captain agreed so readily.
"Of course it's true. When have I ever gone back on my word?"
Qingyu, still smiling, turned around and sat back down in her chair, continuing to speak.
"Actually, I've seen it coming all along."
"Ever since I let you go with Han Shuo last time, until we brought back his friends and returned to the underground research institute together, I feel like you've become a different person."
“Especially after Han Shuo and the others left more than two months ago, I know you were very worried.”
“During that time, you were still recovering from your injury and spent all your time cooped up in your room. You were very unhappy, and we all saw that.”
Qingyu was speaking, while Xiao Zhao stood still and listened quietly.
"Sigh, although you've never said it, we all know that in your heart, you've never really considered us as your true friends, but rather as your elders. That's why you're always a bit reserved."
"Although we've known each other for so many years, the age difference is still so great, there's still some generation gap."
In Qingyu's team, Xiao Zhao is only 28 years old, making him the youngest. Everyone else is over 34.
Qingyu gave a wry smile and continued.
"But Han Shuo and the others are different. The three of them are all around your age, and you get along well. In your heart, the three of them are your true friends."
“For the past month or so, you’ve been going to visit Han Shuo and the other two every day, and every time you come back, your face is full of smiles.”
"Xiao Zhao, do you know? Your smile is from the bottom of your heart, and I've never seen it before. It's only now that I realize you're truly happy."
"I know that people are only truly relaxed and happy when they are with their real friends."
"From that moment on, I knew that you would leave one day, but I didn't expect that day to come so soon."
At this point, Xiao Zhao lowered his head again, his body trembling slightly.
Qingyu didn't notice any of this. Before he knew it, he had turned his gaze to the window again and continued talking to himself.
"But that makes sense. You're still young. It's not really appropriate for you to stay around us old folks all the time."
"You deserve a different life, a more exciting life. You shouldn't limit your future to what we have here."
"Because only in this way can you be truly happy..."
At this moment, Qingyu turned around and noticed Xiao Zhao's unusual behavior. She quickly stepped forward and pressed her hands on his shoulders.
Xiao Zhao slowly raised his head, his face covered in tears, and he was already sobbing uncontrollably.
Every word Qingyu said resonated deeply with him.
Indeed, Xiao Zhao had been cooped up here for too long. Although everyone took good care of him, he was still a bit reserved.
This feeling is similar to living with one's elders after growing up.
It's fine for a short time, but if it's for a long time, it can really be a bit uncomfortable...
The time Xiao Zhao spent with Han Shuo and the other two allowed her to experience something different.
The four of them share common interests and can say whatever they want to say directly all at once.
More relaxed, more carefree, happier—this feeling is really good, really good…
He wanted a change of life.
...
"Team leader, I'm sorry."
Xiao Zhao hadn't expected Qing Yu to understand him like that, and he felt very guilty and remorseful.
"Actually, I'm quite pleased that you made this brave decision today."
Qingyu smiled and comforted her.
"So Xiao Zhao, don't blame yourself. Although we are all a little reluctant to let you go, as long as you tell us, we will understand and support you."
"Alright, stop crying. If you keep crying, we'll all laugh at you. And you people outside, stop eavesdropping and come in to say goodbye to Xiao Zhao."
As soon as he finished speaking, the door was pushed open.
It turned out that, without anyone noticing, all of Qingyu's soldiers had gathered outside the door.
Xiao Zhao turned around and looked at these familiar faces, feeling even more distressed.
"Xiao Zhao, go ahead. I trust Han Shuo's character!" Zheng Deliang reassured him, taking the lead.
"Yes, Xiao Zhao, don't worry. Even if we're not in the same team, we'll still see each other often."
“If you keep crying, you won’t be the Xiao Zhao I know.”
...
And so, the soldiers, disregarding the fact that their captain was still there, took turns comforting Xiao Zhao.
This scene is very moving.
Everyone's eyes were slightly red, even Qingyu was no exception.
However, everyone still tried their best to make the atmosphere more cheerful.
Parting is always bittersweet...
Moreover, the bond between comrades-in-arms is even more unforgettable and profound...
Gradually, Xiao Zhao stopped crying, wiped away the tears from the corners of her eyes, and hugged everyone in turn.
After hugging the last soldier, Qingyu turned around and immediately pulled Xiao Zhao into her arms.
The two embraced tightly for several minutes before Qingyu finally let go of Xiao Zhao.
"Alright, silly child, hurry up and pack your things, go on."
With tears in his eyes, Xiao Zhao bid farewell to everyone.
"Yes, thank you all for taking care of me. I will never forget you."
"Well, Captain, I'll be going now..."
Qingyu smiled and waved, and then all the soldiers left the room, while Xiao Zhao gently closed the door.
After Xiao Zhao left, tears finally welled up in Qingyu's eyes, and he murmured to himself.
"Silly child, remember... come back and visit us often..."
He then walked to the window again and glanced at Han Shuo with a smile.
"You brat, you've stolen my most prized subordinate. If Xiao Zhao suffers any injustice, I won't let you off the hook."
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