In the afternoon, the sunlight slanted down onto the sentry post.
Li Xingzhou approached the soldier with a gentle smile, but his tone betrayed his urgency: "Let me see how your frostbite is."
The soldier stiffened for a moment, then tentatively reached out his hand, "Much better."
The redness and swelling have subsided considerably. Although it is still slightly red, it has improved significantly.
Excitement welled up in his eyes. "It seems this frostbite medicine really works."
His efforts were not in vain!
They actually managed to replicate the same ointment!
The soldier withdrew his hand and chuckled dryly, "Yes, the effect is indeed very good."
He had promised Xu Xinghe that he wouldn't tell Dr. Li, and he absolutely wouldn't.
This isn't lying; it's actually a well-intentioned act.
Otherwise, if Dr. Li found out, he would probably be really heartbroken, and given today's situation, he simply couldn't refuse...
Li Xingzhou was so immersed in joy that he didn't notice the guilty look that flashed across his face. "Okay, I'll come see you again tonight."
After saying that, he turned around and walked back impatiently, even faster than when he came.
Now that the ointment has been copied, the most important thing now is to hurry up and find information about that medicinal herb so that we can firmly hold onto this credit!
...
Night quietly fell.
Soldiers who went out for disaster relief returned to the military headquarters one after another.
Unlike usual, they showed no signs of fatigue; instead, they were all radiant and in much better spirits than before.
We all went to the cafeteria together, chatting and laughing.
"Thanks to Comrade Xu, we've been able to eat our fill every day, and we even have ointment for our frostbite. Life is much more comfortable than it was at the beginning."
"That's right. I've heard that people outside are saying that Comrade Xu is a lucky star for our military. I think so too."
"The snow isn't falling as heavily as before, just occasional light snow. I reckon this snowstorm should be over soon. Then we'll definitely be able to have a good New Year!"
Just then, Xu Xinghe walked over with a bright smile on her face. "If anyone has run out of frostbite ointment, or is out of stock, you can get some from the logistics department. I've already put spare ointment there, so everyone can use it. I didn't put it at the hospital because everyone needs to pick up equipment every day, and it's convenient for them to do so."
"Thank you, Comrade Xu."
"Comrade Xu, you are so thoughtful."
The crowd showered Xu Xinghe with compliments, their eyes filled with respect and gratitude.
And that was exactly what Li Xingzhou had always wanted.
He needs the approval of outsiders, because that is his greatest need to remain calm.
Only when he receives more recognition will he feel that he is clean and superior, no longer the lowly and dirty being he once was!
Li Xingzhou looked up at the dark sky.
If the snowstorm is really coming to an end soon, the demand for frostbite medicine will not be as urgent as it is now.
By then, even if he produced the prepared ointment, it would be too late. Everyone would only remember Xu Xinghe, not him.
He needs to lay the groundwork so that he can more naturally seize the credit, rather than acting like a bandit and taking direct action, which would leave too much room for unpredictability.
Xu Xinghe's voice was still ringing out, "Everyone, go eat. I specially sent someone to town to slaughter a pig today."
It cost only a penny for the medicine, and then I added most of it myself.
"Comrade Xu, you are such a good person!"
"Come on, Comrade Xu, let's eat together!"
Li Xingzhou clenched his fist.
He wants the money!
He wants fame too!
He's made up his mind; he'll start making the ointment tomorrow!
Such opportunities are rare and precious!
Who knows how many years it will be before I find another opportunity like this, where I can have the government as my backer and also gain fame and fortune.
He knew his own abilities. To outsiders, he was a rising star among the younger generation with superb medical skills, but only he knew that while he was indeed a rising star, he was not a genius.
He is only standing on the shoulders of giants, but there are still mountains ahead of him.
Only by possessing unique medicines or self-created medical techniques can he truly become a pillar of society!
"Outstanding" sounds nice, but "pillar of the nation" is the one with real substance!
He would make a special trip to the village where Xu Xinghe was not, to prepare for the future.
Anyway, he has already borrowed a book on medicinal herbs from an old traditional Chinese medicine doctor, and he believes he will soon be able to figure out what those herbs are.
Li Xingzhou looked up and gazed ahead.
Xu Xinghe didn't leave; instead, she stood there chatting with the soldiers.
She seemed to sense something and looked over.
There was no anger in his eyes, only disdain.
It was as if Li Xingzhou was nothing, just an eyesore on the roadside, not even worthy of her attention!
That comes from the very core of his being, not from pretense.
Li Xingzhou was stung by that look and suddenly chuckled softly.
The most interesting part of conquering is never the result, but the process.
The more dazzling Xu Xinghe is now, the more she acts as if she doesn't care about him. The more interesting it will be for her to be subservient to him in the future.
Li Xingzhou stared at her without any attempt to hide his determination, his eyes gleaming with a look of unwavering resolve.
Once he gains fame and national recognition through this ointment, he will share this honor with Xu Xinghe and give her the title of Mrs. Li, allowing her to live a peaceful and comfortable life as a noblewoman by his side.
As for Jiang Linchuan, he never took him seriously.
The only things he cared about from beginning to end were Xu Xinghe's attitude and her feelings for him.
He will become a doctor respected by all, a person who can heal the sick and save lives, and whose name will be recorded in history.
As for Jiang Linchuan, he's just a soldier. Even if he climbs higher in the future, he won't go very far.
The times are here; it's no longer a time when heroes emerge from chaos.
So in the end he was still a warrior, with brute strength, and could only speak for himself in the military. How could he compare to someone with his high position, great power, and outstanding reputation?
Li Xingzhou straightened his clothes. He was the ultimate winner, he definitely would be!
Xu Xinghe naturally saw the intention in his eyes and smiled disdainfully.
That's ridiculous.
He thought he was plotting in the shadows, but little did he know that all his actions and schemes were right under his nose!
Xu Xinghe is no longer the naive and innocent girl she was in her previous life; from the moment she discovered it, she had already been plotting against them.
Li Xingzhou always put on an air of confidence, as if he were the most shrewd person in the world, but he was ultimately too young and had weaknesses, such as greed.
They want everything, and they want to take everything.
They still covet the reputation and possessions they shouldn't have, wishing they could embrace all the benefits.
He usually wears a mask of gentleness and speaks slowly and deliberately, appearing to be extremely shrewd. But beneath that deliberate composure lies a restless and impatient desire for quick success.
Xu Xinghe gave a soft hum and looked away.
She was reborn with memories of her past life, having witnessed the wickedness of human nature and weathered many storms.
In terms of intelligence and tactics, she may not necessarily lose to him!
Do you want her to lose?
Do you want to climb up by stepping on her hard work?
Just wait and see, this is all just a pipe dream, and we'll wake up sooner or later!
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