The news of the conscription spread quickly from the county town to every village, and everywhere was discussing the conscription. Everyone wanted to send their children to the army, but there were only a few places available, so everyone was trying their best to get in.
"Why... Shen Shugen, your children also want to join the army?"
"Why can't my child join the army? Look, he's educated and knowledgeable."
"Tsk... You don't have any flesh on you. You'll fall down if the wind blows."
The villagers on the side started to complain. They really looked down on Shen Anding. He was just like the people in their family, clever and lazy.
"Hmph... If my child can't get in, then no one else can be selected."
Rolling his eyes, the people of Shen Shugen's family were not afraid of these people. They had the confidence to say that. The whole family was full of labor. He just liked his youngest son. Isn't it said that the youngest son is the eldest grandson, the lifeblood of the old man and the old woman.
"Alright, alright...don't crowd around me. I don't have the ability to make you all get what you want."
The village chief came out, looked at the villagers who had all come to his door, and waved his head. Recruitment required a physical examination, a political review, and a recommendation; any one of these wouldn't work.
"I have the conscription application form here. Anyone who wants can apply. First, you have to pass the physical examination. After that, there is the political review, and finally the village letter of introduction and recommendation, etc."
"Then... I want to sign up..."
"I'm going to register my child..."
"I want one too... My kids want one too."
When they heard they could sign up, the villagers stopped surrounding the village chief. They wanted to go home and take care of their children so they could cram for the physical examination.
"We should go to the butcher at the village entrance and order some pork and bones. We need to take advantage of this time to nourish the child. Once he's healthy and passes the physical examination, he can join the army."
"The benefits of being a soldier are pretty good. You don't have to worry about clothes all year round, you don't have to pay for food, and you get a salary and benefits. These days, not everyone can join the army."
"Well, when you think about it this way, it's really quite suitable."
It’s perfect. If your child joins the army, the country will be watching over him and you don’t have to worry about anything.
"What should we do...should we sign up?"
Chen Lei and Shen Yu hid aside and whispered to each other. They also wanted to sign up, but they didn't know whether their father and mother agreed or not. The dilemma during this period made them very uneasy.
"Brother...why don't you go sign up! One of us has to stay home. My eldest brother goes to work in the county town. If you go to the army, there won't be many people left at home."
"But... don't you also want to join the army?" Shen Lei looked at his brother.
"My physique isn't as strong as yours. If we both apply, you'll be the only one selected."
Shen Yu pointed out a flaw in himself: his body wasn't as good as his brother's. The army was certainly a place with heavy tasks, and while he could handle it and persevere, his innate conditions were still a step behind his brother's. His brother was different; his body was perfectly adapted to military life.
"No, I can't leave you to sign up."
"Brother...I know you want to join the army."
Every time this topic came up, his brother's eyes would light up and sparkle. He knew it was love and longing, so he didn't want to argue with his brother. If he had to choose, he would withdraw.
"Ayu..."
Chen Lei looked at his younger brother, and for the first time he felt that his younger brother made him feel so warm.
"Brother...you all go! I'll be fine at home."
Shen Yun walked out from the side. She didn't want her two brothers to push each other around, nor did she want to hinder their future. What's more, it's not like they can't see each other just because he's going to the army. It's enough for her to take care of her parents at home.
“Niuniu…”
Seeing Shen Yun, Shen Lei and Shen Yu suddenly didn't dare to look at her.
"Brother...you all go and give it a try. No matter what, you won't know the result until you try. I believe you will succeed."
"But...at home..."
"I am at home, I can take care of my parents."
Shen Yun blinked playfully. She could take good care of her parents and stay at home. She didn't like being a soldier, nor would she go to the county town to recruit workers. She wanted to study Chinese medicine, herbs, and prescriptions at home.
"Okay... let's try..."
Suddenly, both of them felt an urge to go to the village chief and sign up. They wanted to give it a try, no matter what the outcome would be. Rather than just pushing each other around, unsure of what to do, it was better to let fate decide. Recruiting soldiers also required strength.
"Well... let's give it a try then."
Shen Lei and Shen Yu smiled at each other, their faces full of enthusiasm. They didn't want to regret it, nor did they think about what would happen next.
"Well... I believe brother can do it."
"Yes."
Touching Chen Yun's head, Chen Lei and Chen Yu smiled dotingly.
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"You're not saying anything?"
Miao Guihua glanced at her husband beside her. Wouldn't he go out and say a few words? Their son's abnormal behavior during this period was too obvious. They knew it, but they just didn't know how to say it.
"No... Let's wait until they come out with the results!"
If they really wanted to do so, he wouldn't stop them. As children grow older and have their own ideas, no matter how stubborn they are as parents, they can't be more stubborn than their own children.
"That's right... the results haven't come out yet, so it's too early to say anything now. Just thinking about being in the military makes me feel a little sad."
Miao Guihua muttered that she didn't really care about honors, money, or power. Enough money was enough. As long as the family was together and worked together, everything was sweet and happy.
"Okay, let's go back!"
It would be bad if the children found out, so we had to go back. Shen Chenfeng pulled his wife and quietly retreated to the side.
"What if the child is chosen?"
"What else can we do? It's up to them."
Chen Chenfeng wasn't a rigid parent, nor would he force his children to follow his plans and goals. His only concern was: they didn't grow up in a rut. Success or failure didn't matter to him; he was content with a modest fortune, and the current situation had already made him a hero. The current situation simply didn't allow for high-profile behavior; it forced him to be low-key and patient.
"But……"
"Our children and grandchildren will have their own blessings. We cannot control their future. Whether it is good or bad, it is up to them to make their own breakthroughs and struggles."
Shen Chenfeng reminded his wife not to hold on to her. The children were grown up, and if they wanted to do something, they should be allowed to do it on their own.
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