In the ward.
The nurse is giving Xu Xinghe an anti-inflammatory injection.
Jiang Linchuan sat on the chair beside the hospital bed, watching her quietly without moving.
An hour later.
The military doctor from the headquarters arrived on time.
After a brief examination of Xu Xinghe's wound, she was wheeled into the operating room.
The nurse quickly administered the appropriate amount of anesthetic.
Once the anesthesia took effect and the wound area lost sensation, the military doctor began the surgery.
Jiang Linchuan did not leave; he stood guard in the corridor outside the operating room, his back against the wall, his eyes fixed on the closed door of the operating room.
Time passed by, and each second felt incredibly long.
After an unknown amount of time, the operating room door finally opened, and the military doctor came out, took off his mask, and nodded to Jiang Linchuan. "Don't worry, the surgery was a success. The bullet has been removed smoothly, and the wound has been treated. Just rest well afterward."
Upon hearing the words "surgery successful," Jiang Linchuan's heart, which had been hanging in suspense, instantly settled down, and his tense body finally relaxed, allowing him to let out a long sigh of relief.
Soon, Xu Xinghe was taken to the ward that had been arranged in advance.
After examining the wound and giving instructions, the nurse turned and left.
Xu Xinghe finally had a chance to speak, "Lin Chuan, unwrap the gauze first, apply my wound medicine, and then re-bandage it."
Jiang Linchuan nodded silently and unwrapped the gauze bandage on her shoulder.
After the medicine was reapplied, Xu Xinghe's tense nerves relaxed.
The effects of the anesthetic had not completely worn off, and coupled with her physical exhaustion, she fell into a deep sleep again.
The next morning.
Xu Xinghe slowly opened her eyes. The ward was quiet, and she was all alone.
The next second.
The ward door opened gently, and a nurse walked in. Seeing that she was awake, she immediately smiled warmly, "You're awake? How are you feeling today?"
Xu Xinghe moved her shoulder, and the pain had lessened considerably. "I feel much better, it doesn't hurt as much anymore."
The nurse stepped forward and skillfully inserted an anti-inflammatory injection into her. "You need to get this injection twice a day. I'll come and remove the needle after the IV is finished."
Xu Xinghe watched the liquid slowly dripping from the IV line and asked softly, "Where is Commander Jiang?"
The nurse replied with a smile, "He went out and looked quite busy. When I passed by the corridor this morning, I saw a lot of people from the military out there; they must have something important to deal with."
Xu Xinghe nodded. "I understand. Thank you."
The nurse squinted her eyes and said, "You're welcome. Take a good rest and call me anytime if you need anything."
After saying that, she turned and walked out of the ward.
Xu Xinghe looked out the window.
The morning sunlight streamed through the glass and shone on the floor.
The sky here is a clear, deep blue, just like the sky in Heilongjiang Province.
I don't know what the situation is like in Heilongjiang Province, or when I'll be able to go back with Jiang Linchuan.
at the same time.
Within the military headquarters.
Most of the soldiers were mobilized to launch a city-wide manhunt, targeting the spies who had previously escaped from the village.
The operation proceeded swiftly, and several fugitives were captured in no time.
Only one or two spies remain at large, but catching them is only a matter of time.
Jiang Linchuan strode into the military headquarters office. Political Commissar Li, who had been waiting there, immediately came up to him, gently patted his shoulder, and said with admiration, "Fortunately, you went deep into the lion's den this time, which allowed us to completely wipe out this spy base in one fell swoop. I will definitely remember your contribution this time."
Political Commissar Li seemed to suddenly remember something and asked, "By the way, I heard that a female soldier came to help out on this mission. Is she your fiancée?"
Jiang Linchuan nodded slightly. "It's her."
“I knew it was her,” Political Commissar Li said with a smile. “All the clues you left outside were delivered to you by her in a timely manner. And she really proved to be a great help in this operation. It seems she is a promising talent with both courage and resourcefulness.”
Hearing the praise, Jiang Linchuan's expression turned even colder. "As you know, the military doesn't accept female soldiers, and the same applies to Heilongjiang Province. Besides, I don't consider letting her enter this line of work."
Political Commissar Li, being an experienced man, saw through Jiang Linchuan's thoughts at a glance.
He felt sorry for Xu Xinghe and didn't want her to get involved in such dangerous work again.
Political Commissar Li nodded. "That's true. This kind of work involving dealing with spies is too dangerous. It's better for a young woman to stay at home, be a good wife and mother, and live a peaceful life."
After briefly explaining the current situation, Jiang Linchuan submitted a report stating that he could only handle affairs on duty for a few hours today and needed to return to the hospital to take care of the wounded in the evening.
After reading the report, Political Commissar Li readily agreed, "Approved. By the way, the spy chief isn't dead, which is crucial for us. Don't rush to do anything else; interrogate him thoroughly first, and get all the clues you can. After we finish the interrogation here, we'll transfer him to the capital for further processing."
Jiang Linchuan nodded in agreement, "Okay."
Inside a small building at the military headquarters.
Political Commissar Li led the way toward the interrogation room.
Pushing open the door, Jiang Linchuan immediately saw the man in black inside.
His wounds had been treated, and he was sitting crookedly in a chair, his hands still tightly bound, looking somewhat listless.
Upon seeing someone enter, the man in black immediately raised his head and said arrogantly, "I'm thirsty, I want to drink water, and I want to eat. I want refined flour buns and meat. If you can't meet these demands, I won't say anything."
Political Commissar Li sneered, "I advise you to recognize the current situation and not to seek trouble for yourself!"
The man in black sat up straight, meeting his gaze without fear. "I'll say it again, I want steamed buns and meat. Without those two things, I won't say anything. Otherwise, you can torture me. Anyway, if I accidentally die, you'll be the one who suffers."
"Also, straighten your attitude. Don't forget who I am. I'm going to the capital to meet your top leaders. Someone like you doesn't even have the right to talk to me!"
Commissar Li was furious at his arrogant attitude, but he was at a loss for what to do.
It's because the other party knows too much.
Killing such a spy chief would yield too little benefit.
What matters is not him as a person, but what's in his head!
Jiang Linchuan gave him a cold look. "Political Commissar Li, you can go out now. Leave the rest to me."
Political Commissar Li nodded. "Then it's up to you."
After he left, the interrogation room immediately fell silent.
The man in black snorted, maintaining his usual attitude, "No matter who comes, I won't say anything if you don't give me food or water. If you serve me well, maybe I'll say something. But if you anger me, I guarantee you'll regret it!"
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