This one sentence left Zhang Erhu speechless: "How do you know my nickname? My mother is still alive?"
Liu Zhanyu smiled and nodded, "You're still alive, not dead. Your sister is alive too. As for the others, well, as long as someone is alive, at least you still have family and a mother who loves you."
I met your mother by chance during a mission. When you mentioned your original name, I remembered the child your mother had told me about.
So, do your job well and try to go home to see your mother as soon as possible. However, they have moved. I will take you back after the mission is over.
Zhang Meixin stammered, "Um, comrade, what about my family? Are any of them still alive?"
Liu Zhanyu shook his head. "I really don't know. I only just heard your real name. I'll have someone check for you later. It's better if you're alive. If not, there's nothing I can do."
Back then, we were all soldiers, so you know what the situation was like. I'll let you know when I have news.
After Liu Zhanyu left, Zhang Meixin was a little downcast, but Zhang Erhu was quite happy. He put his arm around her shoulder and said with a smile, "Don't be sad. From now on, my mother is your mother. We don't need to distinguish who is who anymore. After this is over, let's go home and get married, so my mother can be happy too."
I dream about my mother all the time, but I never imagined she was still alive. It's such a surprise.
Jiang Qiao watched as the grown-up man suddenly burst into tears as he spoke, and sighed inwardly. No matter how old a person is, as long as he has a mother, he is still a child. Once the mother is gone, the skin of being treated like a child is shed, and all that is left is the journey of life.
"Alright, let's sit down and talk. Let's make sure nothing unexpected happens. Remember, when you're acting, you have to make it convincing."
Zhang Erhu nodded. "We were the victims to begin with. They won't give us the antidote and they don't care. How can that be? Even if I die, at least I should take them down with me. Why should I?"
Jiang Qiao, now that I think about it, your initial judgment might have been correct. Our boss might actually be in cahoots with them.
Jiang Qiao spread his hands. "So, for the sake of our comrades who sacrificed their lives, we have to work hard. We can't let these bastards continue to be arrogant on our land. There's no reason for that."
Zhang Meixin was somewhat worried. "What if they don't let Erhu go with us? Actually, it would be reasonable for me to go, at least I could be your assistant. But why do I feel like they won't allow it?"
Jiang Qiao raised an eyebrow. "So, when we meet tomorrow, you can't let them see me. Make all the demands you can, and let them agree to whatever they can. Even if Erhu can't come along, we still have other ways, don't we?"
"We have some supplies, so let's get ready quickly."
Liu Zhanyu didn't come empty-handed; he brought his tools to make Jiang Qiao's work easier.
This was a decision made after Song Shutian and Jiang Jinyu discussed it together. Although it was somewhat risky, taking the initiative was much better than constantly defending.
Even if Jiang Qiao fails to catch the mastermind this time, at least she can cut off the other party's right-hand men. Without those helpers, that old woman will truly be a lone commander.
Dealing with this woman will be much easier then. Moreover, Jiang Qiao has another mission this time, which is to find out what the other party's purpose is. In their opinion, that elixir of immortality is pure nonsense. There must be some unspeakable secret behind it.
After considering all the possibilities with the two of them, Jiang Qiao took the time to rest.
"Hurry up and wash up and go to bed. We don't know what tomorrow will bring. Get up early and pack some dry food."
Jiang Qiao rubbed her back and shoulders, saying, "My old back is about to fall apart because of you."
Zhang Erhu looked apologetic. "I'm sorry, I'm sorry. Weren't we enemies back then? I didn't think much of it. Are you alright?"
Jiang Qiao shook her head. "I need to get some rest. I ran all the way back without even going home, and you guys brought me here. I really didn't sleep well on the train. You two should get some rest too."
"Comrade Meixin, which room would be suitable for me?"
Zhang Meixin was initially embarrassed to share a room with Zhang Erhu, but Jiang Qiao didn't mind.
"You two have a good talk. I don't know what the situation will be like tomorrow. You two have been working together for a long time, so your teamwork is definitely better than mine. I won't go with you."
If Comrade Erhu really does go with us, who knows when you'll see each other again? Prepare yourself mentally; we'll have a tough battle to fight against those people. Think of it as going to war.
Since Jiang Qiao had already spoken, Zhang Erhu didn't mince words with her. Jiang Qiao was a sensible girl, and he hadn't been here for a long time. He also wanted to get closer to Zhang Meixin.
These people are all risking their lives. Just as Jiang Qiao said, who knows what might happen tomorrow or later? They should cherish the time they have to be intimate.
Jiang Qiao rested in the west room, while the two of them were in the east room, so neither of them bothered the other.
Zhang Meixin was worried. She had been with Zhang Erhu before because they knew each other, and given their identities, it wouldn't be appropriate for them to date other people, as it would harm both themselves and others. In addition, it was also to satisfy their physical needs.
However, as time went on, their feelings for each other gradually warmed up.
The two lay in bed, comforting each other. They didn't regret working with Jiang Qiao. If they hadn't followed him, they would have ended up dead anyway. It was better to cooperate with him. At least, if he was safe, their health might improve.
"Remember to take your medicine on time. Don't forget, at least wait for Jiang Qiao to come back."
The woman was also worried about Zhang Erhu's safety. "Remember, put something in every place you can on your body. I don't think they can search you, but it's hard to say about Jiang Qiao."
If anything happens, send out a distress signal immediately. Don't try to tough it out. Since we have people to meet you, you'd better come back alive. I'm waiting for you to take me to your mother's house.
Jiang Qiao didn't know when the two of them went to sleep. Anyway, she slept soundly all night because she was too tired. She didn't open her eyes until Zhang Meixin called her to get up.
She skipped all washing and grooming, just in case the enemy noticed something was off. Zhang Meixin was still wondering about it.
"I've prepared everything for you, hurry up and take a shower."
Jiang Qiao smiled and shook her head. "I look just right. If the enemy sees me like this, they won't suspect you. This way, you'll be safer. I'll eat first."
Hearing Jiang Qiao's words, Zhang Erhu smiled and nodded, "That's how a hostage should act. Jiang Qiao, to be honest, I really admire you. No one taught you this, yet you understand it?"
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