The floods, which have lasted for months, have left only a few provinces unaffected.
The disaster affected hundreds of millions of people, killed thousands, and caused significant economic losses.
However, life must go on after the disaster, and those who are still alive must look forward.
However, no one will forget those who lost their lives or made contributions during the floods.
We remember those who have passed away, and we also reward those who have made contributions.
A grand summary and commendation conference was held in Beijing, where the top leader delivered a speech and many political figures and people from all walks of life attended.
Here, the fight against floods and the disaster relief efforts have achieved a complete victory.
A large number of selfless and dedicated flood-fighting pioneers have emerged from among the soldiers.
Many individuals from the general public have also made significant contributions to flood relief and disaster recovery efforts.
Da Wa was fortunate to attend this commendation ceremony, and Zhao Qinglan, as a representative of the public actively involved in flood relief and disaster recovery, was also invited to attend.
Zhao Qinglan never imagined that she would meet her son on such a occasion.
Of course, she was also proud and excited.
They both received their awards, and afterwards, they asked the attendees to take a proud photo of them together at the venue.
The eldest son still had injuries, but looking at her son, who had lost a lot of weight but was still very handsome, Zhao Qinglan was filled with relief.
“When you get a holiday, bring Ji Roujin back to stay for a few days. Your dad may not say it, but he really misses you.”
The eldest child nodded solemnly. "Mom, I remember."
"Good boy, we are all proud of you."
The eldest child smiled. "Mom, it's because you and Dad set a good example."
All he did was follow in his parents' footsteps.
There is still much for him to learn and practice from his parents.
It was a rare occasion for them to come to the capital, and they were there to receive an award. After the meeting, the mother and son also visited Madam Sun's residence.
Sun Guangming was actually invited to attend the commendation ceremony, but he felt that stepping down meant stepping down and left his place for someone else.
However, the old man also showed his appreciation for the eldest child who arrived in military uniform and radiated honor.
Madam Sun also praised the eldest child extensively.
Sun felt mostly heartache.
Although Da Wa and Zhao Qinglan are not related by blood, after many years of getting along, Sun Shi has always treated Da Wa as her own grandson.
During the days when her eldest grandson was on the front lines fighting the disaster, she was not only worried, but also prayed for him every day.
Seeing the eldest child now, I felt sorry for him, as he was injured and had lost weight.
If it weren't for the fact that her eldest son was leaving soon, Madam Sun would have loved to keep her grandson for a few more days so she could help him recover.
Besides visiting the elders, Da Wa also went to his younger sister's house.
Xiaoduo's eyes welled up with tears when she saw her brother.
"Brother, you're finally back."
The bond between the siblings, for so many years, has only grown stronger and stronger, even though they no longer live together.
"What girl? I'm perfectly fine."
Two-year-old Xingxing is very clever and speaks very clearly.
Upon seeing the eldest child, he affectionately called him "Uncle," which delighted the eldest child.
During the past few months at home, Xingxing had heard his mother talk about his heroic uncle quite often, and he was very affectionate towards Da Wa.
After Da Wa skillfully tossed Xingxing around a few times and told him interesting stories from the army, Xingxing developed an even stronger liking for his uncle.
Seeing the uncle and nephew getting along so well, Zhao Qinglan and her daughter smiled at each other.
After her uncle, Da Wa, left, Xing Xing suddenly said to her parents, "Mom, Dad, I want to be like my uncle when I grow up."
The couple exchanged a surprised glance, and Xiaoduo said gently, "Does Xingxing also want to be a soldier in the People's Liberation Army?"
Xingxing nodded vigorously. "Yes, I also want to be a hero that people admire."
Xiao Duo chuckled and picked up her son to explain to him.
"Xingxing, being a soldier in the People's Liberation Army is no child's play, and becoming a hero is even more difficult. Your uncle went through countless hardships to become a hero. Do you, Xingxing, want to be one too?"
"Yes." The little guy didn't hesitate at all.
Zhou Yunting also joined the discussion.
“Since you want to be a star, your father and mother will support your dream. However, you are still young now. When you grow up, we hope you will still remember your persistence.”
Xingxing nodded as if she understood.
After their son fell asleep, Xiaoduo chatted with her husband.
"You really support your son joining the army in the future?"
"If he really likes it, am I supposed to stop him?" Zhou Yunting retorted.
"Don't you think being a soldier is tough?" Her father was a soldier, as was her older brother, and she had witnessed many hardships her mother and sister-in-law had endured.
Aren't the other family members also worried about their father and brother because of many things?
It's fair to say that being a military spouse or a military dependent is not an easy task.
"If he knows it will be hard and still insists on doing it, then it can only mean that it is something he truly likes and wants to do. I don't want to stop my child from pursuing his dream."
"You do look a lot like my mom," Xiaoduo remarked.
If it weren't for her consistent open-mindedness and tolerance, she and her brothers wouldn't be pursuing their own ideal lives as they are now.
“I also admire my mother-in-law very much,” Zhou Yunting said sincerely.
"That's true. People like my mother are extremely rare. I'm very lucky to be her child."
After the floods subsided and she met with her son, the mother and son left Beijing one after the other.
Zhao Qinglan returned to Guangzhou and took a long rest.
Perhaps out of consideration for Da Wa's hardships on the front lines, his honors, and his still-healing injuries, the leaders generously granted him more leave to recuperate after his return to the unit.
Da Wa remembered his mother's words and soon returned with his wife and daughter.
Li Huai was overjoyed to see his son and his family.
The father and son sat together and talked about many things.
When Da Wa saw the gray hair at his father's temples, he felt guilty that he could no longer be by his side to fulfill his filial duties and that he had caused his parents worry.
Upon his return, he was extremely filial, and with his adorable Jin'er bringing him joy every day, Li Huai began to enjoy the bliss of family life, looking much younger and more energetic.
After Da Wa's family left, Li Huai sighed to his wife.
"After starting a family, having children, becoming a father, and experiencing so much, my eldest son looks more and more stable and mature."
“Yes, we should be happy for him that he can pull through,” Zhao Qinglan said with a smile.
"Now when I think back to what you once said about Da Wa's past life, and look at him now, I feel a huge difference. The same person, but with completely different lives."
He knew perfectly well who had caused all of this to change.
However, Zhao Qinglan did not take credit, but simply smiled and said, "The child's current life is also due to his own hard work and determination."
"Qinglan, I don't know how to thank you enough. I just want to be able to stay by your side in this life and the many lives to come."
Zhao Qinglan glanced at her husband and joked, "Dream on. After this life, I'll find different handsome men to experience life with."
"Am I not handsome enough? Then I'll try to be even more handsome in my next life."
Seeing her husband getting anxious, she burst into laughter.
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