When Zhou An arrived at Political Commissar Zhou's office, Political Commissar Zhou had just arrived.
He picked up the kettle on the table and poured a glass of water for Zhou An.
He quipped helplessly, "You've been to my office more often in this period than in all the past few years combined."
Zhou An cleared his throat uncomfortably, put the letter in his hand on the table, and pushed it towards Political Commissar Zhou.
"Uncle Zhou, this is the manuscript written by Xia Xia."
"Regarding the troops, do you think it is possible to deploy them outside?"
Hearing him say this, Political Commissar Zhou became interested.
He knew that Xu Zhixia was good at writing, but this was the first time he saw something written by Xu Zhixia.
After putting on my reading glasses, I started reading at a glance.
His originally nonchalant expression became more serious.
After reading it all, he exclaimed, "Good!"
His eyes flashed with excitement: "If everyone was like Comrade Xiao Xu, I might save a lot of trouble."
This article could not have been written without absolute enlightenment.
He couldn't help but burst into admiration: "Not only should this article be submitted to other publications, but it must be submitted more frequently so that everyone can see the spirit of our island!"
After a pause, he added, "Please copy this manuscript for me. I need to submit it."
He could imagine the envious and jealous faces of the people in other troops when they saw this article.
Zhou An agreed without hesitation and copied it again.
Putting down the pen cap in his hand, he spoke again: "Xia Xia told me yesterday about the leader's suggestions."
"She really wants to come, but we're trying to get pregnant, so she might not have much time."
Before going to bed last night, Xu Zhixia told him what happened in Political Commissar Zhou's office during the day.
She tactfully expressed that she didn't want to be tied down by work and asked for his opinion.
What opinion could he have? His wife's opinion was his opinion.
So I volunteered to resolve the matter today.
Political Commissar Zhou's eyes flashed with regret: "Are you really not going to consider it anymore?"
How could he, as smart as he is, not realize that preparing for pregnancy is just an excuse.
Their Women's Federation director, Tao Shengnan, was already working while pregnant.
Zhou An showed an apologetic expression on his face. He didn't say anything, but his attitude said it all.
Political Commissar Zhou waved his hands impatiently: "Go back to training."
Zhou An turned decisively. Just as he was about to step out, Political Commissar Zhou's voice rang out again: "Tell Comrade Xiao Xu that this spot will be reserved for her forever."
He paused, then continued walking out.
After returning, he told Xu Zhixia about this.
"Political Commissar Zhou really said that?"
A complicated look flashed in Xu Zhixia's eyes, and a feeling of guilt surged in her heart.
Zhou An saw through it and said soothingly, "It's because you are good enough that he made such a promise."
In fact, if you ask him, the army benefited from Xia Xia working there.
After all, such an all-round talent only needs to be paid a clerical salary.
But it was not pleasant to say so he did not say it.
Seeing Xu Zhixia still pondering over this matter, he sighed helplessly.
Changing the subject, "After seeing your manuscript, Political Commissar Zhou was very positive about it."
"He said this was a good opportunity for publicity and should be handed over to the leadership as a model."
Xu Zhixia blinked, almost thinking she had misheard.
Zhou An looked serious, as if his attention was immediately diverted after something really happened.
"Political Commissar Zhou's reaction...isn't it too much?"
Xu Zhixia was at a loss for words and even felt that Zhou An's description was too exaggerated.
It's just a manuscript, far from being worthy of being reviewed by superiors.
Zhou An smiled and didn't explain. Anyway, Xu Zhixia would know it after a while.
After submitting the manuscript, Xu Zhixia quickly received feedback from the newspaper.
Moreover, her editor Shen Ran also proposed to meet with her.
The newspaper office is in the provincial capital, not far from the island, and can be reached by train in a few hours.
Xu Zhixia thought about it and agreed.
She had originally planned to go there in the next few days, but she didn't expect that she had no time.
Because the feedback on the manuscript submitted to Political Commissar Zhou has also come.
"Xia Xia, how come your brain suddenly came to its senses?"
Xu's mother sighed casually, her eyes filled with pride.
Early in the morning, she saw a manuscript posted on the bulletin board, and the signature was her daughter Xia Xia.
I heard from other aunts that this article was listed as a commendation.
Xu Zhixia smiled awkwardly, feeling like life was meaningless.
She heard words like this a lot throughout the day.
From what Zhou An said, it seemed that she was going to be commended again.
This word "又" is very soulful. If it were someone else, they would probably have been overjoyed.
When it came to Xu Zhixia, she actually felt a little dull.
However, because of this commendation, her plan to find Shen Ran had to be postponed.
But when she thought of the possible prizes, she became excited again.
The award given to Xu Zhixia did not disappoint her.
Political Commissar Zhou knew her family's financial situation, so he didn't give her any material rewards, but instead gave her a pile of bills.
This was a pleasant surprise for her.
After all, it was awarded by the higher authorities, so it is legitimate.
Otherwise, even if she didn't lack these things in the past, she wouldn't dare to improve her living standards at will.
That day, she and Xu's mother went to buy a bunch of things and were busy cooking in the afternoon.
People passing by Xu's house smelled the fragrance wafting from the courtyard and looked envious.
There's nothing I can do about it. Who can blame him for giving birth to such a good daughter?
But there are also some people who don’t know what’s good for them and come over to get close to them.
Hearing the knock on the door, Xu Zhixia frowned.
The military wives on the island are very simple and it is rare for them to come to the house during meal times.
Mother Xu put down her chopsticks and said, "I'll go take a look. You guys eat first."
Throwing down these words, she walked towards the door.
When I opened the door, I saw a woman in her fifties.
A pair of squinting eyes were greedily looking inside through the crack in the door.
Xu's mother remembered her, Aunt Yuan.
She came for two days when the literacy class was first started, and then she never came again no matter what I said.
Even after the celebration party, she kept complaining that Xu's mother didn't insist on asking her to study.
Xu's mother didn't have a very good impression of her, but she didn't show it.
She had an overly enthusiastic smile on her face: "Sister Xu, your house smells so good, what delicious food did you make?"
Mother Xu frowned slightly and said calmly, "It's just a common meal."
If it were anyone else, they would have been tactful enough to leave first.
But Aunt Yuan was different. She rolled her eyes and said, "Since we went home, Shengli has been clamoring for meat, but it's too late today and it seems that there's no meat to buy."
"Or... lend me a bowl of meat first, and I'll return it to you another day."
She said this with a smile, and as soon as she finished speaking, she squeezed into the courtyard.
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