Chapter 461 The Male Lead of the Era 1 "I have high hopes for you. I called you here today because there is a special task that requires your personal cooperation and that of your family to complete."
Li Zhanhu's gaze fell on Pei Jiwang's face.
"Please give instructions, sir! We guarantee the mission will be completed!"
Pei Jiwang answered without any hesitation, his voice resolute.
As soldiers, obeying orders is our duty.
"The mission is to... form a revolutionary partnership with Comrade Shen Zixi, the only daughter of Mr. Shen Huai Ren."
Li Zhanhu exchanged a glance with Shen Huai Ren, and only after receiving a barely perceptible nod from the other did he slowly speak, his tone becoming somewhat heavy.
Time seemed to stand still in the meeting room.
For the first time, a clear crack appeared on Pei Jiwang's usually calm and composed face.
"Commander? You mean...marriage???"
He almost doubted that he had heard correctly, his thick, dark eyebrows furrowing tightly.
"That's right, marriage."
"After careful consideration, the organization decided that the Shen family had a special background, but they were of impeccable lineage and had provided us with immeasurable assistance during the War of Resistance against Japan and the founding of the nation."
"However, the current domestic situation is complex, and protecting the only descendant of the Shen family is both a responsibility and a task."
Commander Li's tone left no room for argument.
"Company Commander Lu, to be honest, our position may seem glamorous, but in reality, it's like walking on thin ice."
"Young women are simple-minded and naive."
“The environment in Shanghai is complicated, and we hope to find a safer and purer environment for her. With the care of the organization on the island and the support of an upright and reliable comrade like you, we can feel at ease.”
Shen Huai-ren added at the right moment, his voice carrying a hint of barely perceptible fatigue and earnestness.
Pei Jiwang's mind raced as he tried to process this unbelievable information.
He never imagined that a reconnaissance company commander leading troops into battle would suddenly be arranged into a marriage with strong political implications.
The object of his affections is a pampered capitalist's daughter?
"Commander, I am a soldier. My duty is to defend the sea and lead the company well."
"I have no experience in taking care of female comrades, especially those like this, and I'm afraid I'm not up to the task."
Pei hoped to maintain a calm tone as much as possible.
"It is precisely because you are the most outstanding reconnaissance company commander in our division, bold yet meticulous, and with a firm stance, that we selected you!"
"This mission is more challenging than fighting a tough battle!"
"It concerns our united front work and our commitment to patriots! Your new task is to take good care of and observe these six words. Do you understand?"
Li Zhanhu's tone became more forceful.
Pei Jiwang repeated these six meaningful words.
So this is not just a simple protective marriage, but also carries a hidden sense of surveillance.
He understood; this capitalist's daughter was someone who needed to be observed.
But a strong sense of resistance still rose from the bottom of my heart.
His marriage should be a natural, emotional union, not a cold, calculating task.
"I understand your hopes."
"But you must know that this is not an arranged marriage like in the old society; it is a necessity for revolutionary work."
"Well, I've seen Comrade Shen's photo; she's a good girl."
"You can get to know each other first and build a relationship."
“The harsh environment of the island may be just right for young people like her to grow and develop.”
"You're not getting any younger. Don't you need a stable family to support you?"
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