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In the guesthouse's slightly old but story-filled room, Tang Yue and her father, Tang Shengkai, were immersed in memories of their past life when suddenly, a rapid knocking broke the silence.
Tang Yue and Tang Shengkai immediately snapped out of their daze. Tang Yue quickly got up and opened the door, where Chang Yin stood tall and straight in his military uniform. His face was serious, but he could not hide the respect in his eyes.
He gave Tang Yue a standard military salute and said, "Comrade Tang Yue, the organization has important instructions for you. Please come with me."
Tang Yue's eyes widened. Since she met Chang Yin, this was the only time they had met so solemnly, apart from their first meeting. Moreover, Chang Yin seemed very excited, and also seemed to be in a hurry.
Tang Yue pulled Chang Yin back into the room. Chang Yin stumbled as she pulled him, and his solemnity vanished.
Tang Yue touched her nose sheepishly, "Um, Battalion Commander, I'm sorry. It's just that I'm not used to you being so serious. Please tell me what's on your mind."
Tang Shengkai had already caught Chang Yin's influence and was now standing rigidly to the side. Chang Yin really wanted to roll his eyes, but years of emotional control prevented him from making a childish move.
He straightened his military uniform, put on a serious expression again, and looked down at Tang Yue intently.
"Comrade Tang Yue, in view of your outstanding and immeasurable contributions to the country in the South Island and in the past, after careful deliberation and decision by the higher-level leaders, it has been decided to hold a secret awarding ceremony for you."
This is the organization's high recognition and deep trust in you. We hope you are prepared and will come with me immediately. The leaders are already waiting for you.” After saying this, Chang Yin handed a document with a special encryption mark to Tang Yue and saluted her again.
Tang Yue, holding the document, was a little dazed, feeling both excited and a little nervous. She slowly turned to look at her father. Tang Shengkai's eyes were full of pride and joy. He walked to his daughter's side, gently patted her shoulder, and said, "Daughter, you are really amazing. Dad is so proud of you."
Chang Yin urged from the side, "Hurry up and get ready to come with me."
Tang Yue thought to herself, "Now she speaks normally." But when Tang Yue looked down at herself, it seemed there was nothing she could have prepared, except for some wrinkles on her shoulders, all her father's handiwork.
However, she didn't want to change. It was a feeling she couldn't quite explain. It seemed that her father also deserved some credit for this.
She cast a cleansing spell on herself, instantly straightening her posture. With a serious expression, she said, "Let's go!"
In the dead of night in early autumn, a few slightly yellow leaves fluttered down onto the military district's parade ground.
Dressed in a neat military uniform, Tang Yue followed Chang Yin with firm steps toward the military region's underground secret conference room.
Along the way, she saw various training equipment and fields where soldiers were training, and it seemed that those people were still sweating on the large parade ground. Tang Yue suddenly felt a sense of mission. At this moment, she seemed to feel that everything she was doing was to protect this land and its people.
This feeling was strange; she'd never experienced it before. Everything she did used to seem spontaneous, but now, she felt a deep sense of belonging. A slight smile played on her lips. It seemed pretty good.
After going through numerous checks, they finally arrived at the door of the military region's underground secret conference room.
After carefully verifying her identity, the two guards solemnly opened the heavy door. The conference room was softly and brightly lit, and the walls were covered with maps of China and pictures of battles of great historical significance, as if telling the story of the country's struggle.
Upon entering the conference room, Tang Yue found several leaders she knew already waiting there. Tang Yue knew they were all leaders from various military regions in China, as well as senior figures with significant influence in political affairs.
Standing at the very front was Mr. Qi, a man revered by thousands. Tang Yue did not recognize him.
Mr. Qi was dressed in a dark gray Zhongshan suit. He appeared imposing but was actually quite thin. His eyes were deep and wise, as if he could see through everything in the world. He had a kind smile on his face and nodded slightly when he saw Tang Yue enter.
Tang Yue sensed that Chang Yin beside her was very excited when he saw the person in front of him; his breathing even changed. Tang Yue turned her head slightly, and although Chang Yin's voice was very low, Tang Yue could hear it clearly.
"Tang Yue, that is Mr. Qi."
Mr. Qi? Tang Yue immediately recognized the person in front of her. Her eyes sparkled like little stars, and she strode forward quickly. Upon reaching Mr. Qi, Tang Yue was the first to formally bow to him.
"Hello, sir!"
"Haha, young comrade, you're not quite what I imagined. Hello, Comrade Tang Yue." Mr. Qi's gentle words seemed to resonate in Tang Yue's heart. She was very happy and wanted to ask what kind of person Mr. Qi had imagined her to be.
However, Commander Huang came over at the right time to interrupt, "Comrade Tang, it's getting late. Sir needs to rest, let's begin."
Mr. Qi waved his hand, "It's alright, we just met the young comrade and we wanted to chat for a bit."
Tang Yue was also eager to try, but she didn't need to listen to Commander Huang's speech. She could tell from Mr. Qi's thin face that he was the kind of person who hadn't had a proper rest for many years.
Although it was her first time meeting Mr. Qi, Tang Yue felt a deep sense of heartache for him.
“Sir, your time is precious, let’s begin.” Commander Huang was quite insistent, and with the persuasion of the other leaders, plus Mr. Qi being a very punctual person, they agreed.
The awarding ceremony officially began, and the atmosphere was solemn and respectful. Tang Yue, a small girl, stood at the very front of the conference room. Mr. Qi walked steadily to Tang Yue, with his secretary, Tian, holding several medals in her hands.
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