“You’re going back tomorrow, right? In that case, we’d better hurry! We need to make more medicine today so you can take more back with you tomorrow.”
Before Shen Xiaoxiao could finish speaking, she immediately threw herself into the intense and busy work of making pharmaceuticals.
Time passed by, and before we knew it, it was almost 5 p.m.
After several hours of non-stop work, Shen Xiaoxiao finally turned all the medicinal materials that had piled up into finished medicines.
At the same time, she discovered that all the small bottles she had prepared some time ago had already been used up!
Commander Xiao, who had been silently observing everything from the sidelines, stepped forward and carefully examined the neatly arranged and numerous medicines in front of him.
He subconsciously reached into his pocket and found only a little over a hundred yuan.
This amount of money is simply a drop in the ocean compared to the precious and abundant medicinal herbs and medicines.
So, Commander Xiao turned his head and whispered a few words to Xiao Wang beside him.
After receiving the instructions, Xiao Wang quickly turned around and ran out of the room.
Not long after, he returned, panting, with a thick stack of loose bills in his hand.
"Xiao Wang, did anyone write an IOU for the money everyone pooled together this time?" Commander Xiao asked seriously.
Upon hearing this, Xiao Wang quickly pulled a worn-out notebook from his pocket and handed it to Commander Xiao, replying...
"Commander, rest assured, every penny is recorded in detail. This book clearly states the specific amount and name of each soldier who contributed."
Commander Xiao took the notebook, glanced through it briefly, nodded in satisfaction, and carefully put it away.
Then, he turned around and handed all the loose change he had just collected to Shen Xiaoxiao, saying sincerely, "Xiaoxiao, I know this money is not enough to buy all the precious medicinal herbs and medicines you have worked so hard to make."
"But please believe me, once I return to my unit, I will report the situation truthfully to my superiors and apply for more compensation for you. For now, I hope you will accept this money for the time being."
"No need. Consider this my support for the soldiers on the front lines. Without them, how could we have such a peaceful life?"
Shen Xiaoxiao's voice was clear and loud, her face was full of sincerity and earnestness, and her bright, star-like eyes shone with a firm light.
Looking at the petite yet incredibly resolute woman before him, Commander Xiao couldn't help but feel a surge of admiration.
He slowly straightened his tall body, his expression solemn and dignified, and then raised his right hand to give Shen Xiaoxiao a standard and powerful military salute.
At the same time, his loud and powerful voice rang out: "On behalf of the soldiers on the border, I sincerely thank you for your generous assistance! We, all our soldiers, will remember this kindness!"
Just then, a steady, powerful footstep came from afar.
Dai Xingyun stepped into the house with steady steps.
Upon seeing this, Commander Xiao nodded slightly in greeting, then turned and led everyone out of the room.
However, Shen Xiaochuan, who had been silently observing this scene, had his calm mind shattered the moment his gaze fell upon Dai Xingyun.
An indescribable sense of dissatisfaction welled up from the bottom of his heart and spread rapidly, making his face darken.
His face was grim as he shouted at Dai Xingyun, "You, surnamed Dai, come out here! I have something to say to you privately!"
Upon hearing Shen Xiaochuan's call, Dai Xingyun stopped and obediently turned to walk towards the door.
Just as he was about to step out the door, Shen Xiaoxiao rushed between the two of them like a gust of wind, spreading her arms to block his way.
"Brother, you can just say what you want to say here," Shen Xiaoxiao said softly with a flattering smile.
"What? Are you worried that I'll do something to him?" Shen Xiaochuan frowned and replied irritably.
Faced with her brother's questioning, Shen Xiaoxiao quickly explained, "No, brother, I just think it would be better if everyone could be calm and peaceful."
Before Shen Xiaoxiao could finish her story, Dai Xingyun gently patted her shoulder and softly comforted her, "Don't worry, Xiaoxiao, everything will be alright. Go back to your room and get some rest. I'll talk to Brother Xiaochuan for a bit and then come back."
As he spoke, he gently ruffled Shen Xiaoxiao's hair, then walked past her and followed Shen Xiaochuan out of the room.
As the two walked further and further away, night quietly fell.
The entire village was gradually enveloped in a thin layer of mist, resembling a mysterious and tranquil ink painting.
Shen Xiaoxiao stood under the old locust tree at the entrance of the village, looking at the sky gradually darkening in the distance, feeling a little uneasy.
She knew that the conversation between her brother Shen Xiaochuan and Dai Xingyun might determine her and Dai Xingyun's future.
"Xiaoxiao, what are you doing here? You've had a long day, why don't you go home and rest earlier?" Dai Xingyun's voice came from behind, carrying a hint of concern.
Shen Xiaoxiao turned around and smiled sweetly: "I...I was waiting for you. My brother didn't make things difficult for you, did he?"
Dai Xingyun walked to her side and gently patted her shoulder: "Don't worry, your brother is just worried about you. I can understand how he feels."
Shen Xiaoxiao lowered her head, her voice choked with emotion: "I know he meant well. He has always loved me the most since I was little, even though we were born at the same time."
Dai Xingyun sighed softly, then reached out and tightly grasped her soft, boneless hand, gazing into her eyes with a firm and affectionate look.
He slowly began to speak, "Xiaoxiao, believe me, I will definitely prove my feelings to your brother with my actions. No matter how he sees me or what he says, I will never give up easily."
Shen Xiaoxiao tilted her head slightly, meeting Dai Xingyun's gaze, which was full of love and determination. Tears welled up in her eyes, as bright and beautiful as the twinkling stars in the night sky.
She parted her lips slightly, her voice trembling slightly as she replied, "Thank you, Xingyun... I'm so happy to have your firm choice."
Dai Xingyun gently raised her hand and used her fingers to lightly wipe away the glistening tears hanging from the corners of Chen Xiaoxiao's eyes.
His gaze was incredibly gentle. The two looked at each other, and in that instant their eyes met, an indescribable unspoken understanding welled up within them.
Then, as if they understood each other perfectly, they both smiled brightly.
The trajectory of fate is often full of unexpected and dramatic twists and turns.
Behind this seemingly beautiful moment, an unprecedented storm is silently brewing in the darkness.
On a corner of a bustling street, a slightly old and dilapidated courtyard house stands quietly.
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