Chapter 371 May the mountains and rivers be safe and the world be at peace (End)
At this moment, Li Qihan, who was standing at the airport, was wearing a black turtleneck sweater with a dark gray wool coat on the outside. He had an upright posture and a calm and restrained temperament.
His eyes immediately caught Xia Lili.
The moment their eyes met, his stern brows softened unconsciously.
Xia Lintian and Chang Yue saw this scene, smiled at each other, and became more and more satisfied with their future son-in-law.
Xia Xubai stood behind his parents, looking at Li Qihan's carefully dressed appearance, and then glanced at his sister's slightly red cheeks. Although he felt a little unhappy that his cabbage was being taken advantage of, he still walked forward and patted Li Qihan on the shoulder:
"You're lucky, kid."
Li Qihan met his gaze calmly, with a slight smile on his lips:
"Yes, I am indeed lucky."
At this time, Xia Xubai's personal assistant hurried over: "Xubai, the concert rehearsal is about to begin, and the car is waiting."
His concert at the Bird's Nest was three days away, and that day also happened to be the day Xia Lili received the national medal.
Xia Xubai nodded to his family, gave Li Qihan a meaningful look, and then left with his assistant.
Li Qihan naturally took the luggage from Xia Lili and said politely to Xia Lintian and Chang Yue:
"Uncle and aunt, the car is outside. I'll take you to your residence to rest first."
Li Qihan first settled Xia Lintian and Chang Yue in the guest room of his villa in the western suburbs to rest, and then accompanied Xia Lili to the State Guest Building of the Capital Convention Center in the city center.
As the vehicle approaches, you can feel the strict security atmosphere.
The uniformed staff and security personnel looked solemn.
All vehicles and personnel are subject to multiple document checks and security scans.
Li Qihan and Xia Lili cooperated in identity verification, and after a thorough inspection, they were able to enter the hotel smoothly.
The hall was brightly lit, solemn and elegant. Most of the participants were dressed in formal attire, and the atmosphere was solemn.
Xia Lili was looking around when her gaze suddenly fixed on several scholars who were talking not far away.
"Professor Ren!" Xia Lili called softly, her tone filled with sincere respect and surprise at meeting again after a long separation.
Professor Ren Wenxuan turned around when he heard the voice.
He had more white hair than the last time we met, but he still maintained the elegance and composure unique to scholars.
When he saw Xia Lili, his eyes showed the kindness and satisfaction of an elder.
"Lili," Professor Ren looked at her with emotion, "When you saved me on Iron Can Island, you were still a green and inexperienced informant. And now..."
His eyes were full of praise. "You are about to stand on the podium to receive the country's highest medal, and you are the youngest recipient."
Xia Lili's ability to foresee misfortune has accumulated merits and her achievements are brilliant. In addition to the commendation for crossing the rainforest with Li Qihan and others to protect important witnesses, she will also be awarded a separate medal.
Xia Lili felt a little embarrassed by what she said, and said sincerely, "Professor Ren, please don't say that. I also want to thank you for introducing me to Professor Tian."
"He has provided me with so much self-defense equipment over the years and has helped me so much."
Professor Ren smiled and shook his head, saying firmly, "That's because you're worth it."
His eyes gently shifted between Xia Lili and Li Qihan, who stood beside her. With a perceptive wisdom, he smiled and said, "The future belongs to you young people."
At the corner, Xia Lili and Li Qihan met Jiang Yun, who was wearing the national team sportswear.
As a legend of Chinese butterfly stroke, he has filled the gap in Chinese butterfly stroke with his brilliant achievements of breaking world records and achieving Grand Slam in various events. In this ceremony, he was also honored as an outstanding representative of the sports world.
Seeing Xia Lili and Li Qihan standing side by side, Jiang Yun paused slightly and a fluctuation flashed in his eyes.
Then, he gave Xia Lili a hearty smile, his iconic almond-shaped eyes still as bright as before, filled with the sunshine-like clarity and high spirits that belonged only to a champion.
"Lili, Captain Li."
Jiang Yun's voice was clear and his tone was sincere and frank, "It's great to see you standing here side by side."
They have all won honor for their country in their respective fields. The significance of this journey together is far more precious than any individual gains or losses.
Jiang Yun's gaze finally fell on Xia Lili, with pure blessings.
"Congratulations, Lili, you deserve all the glory."
A hint of hidden loss flashed across the boy's eyes, and was then replaced by a brighter blessing.
On the day of the awarding ceremony.
The main venue of the State Guest Building of the Capital Convention Center is solemn and grand.
Xia Lili and Li Qihan, as well as their five comrades who had crossed the rainforest together, Bat, Qingyan, Daofeng, Su Ye, and Camel, sat neatly in the designated area.
Everyone was dressed in a clean white shirt and straight black trousers, looking solemn and energetic.
Although they have taken off their combat uniforms, the tacit understanding and perseverance that have withstood the test of life and death are still clearly written between everyone's eyebrows.
They waited quietly for that glorious moment.
Inside the main conference hall of the State Guest Building, the dome is high and wide, and the lights are as bright as day, making every corner solemn and bright.
A crimson carpet stretched from the entrance to the podium. The participants in the seats on both sides had solemn expressions, and the air was filled with high respect.
The background of the podium is a huge electronic screen. There is no ordinary pattern on it, but the deep night sky dotted with countless shining golden stars.
Next to each star is clearly engraved the name of a meritorious person who has made outstanding contributions to the country.
They shine quietly, lighting up a starry sky and illuminating the faces of the participants.
When "Xia Lili"'s name was called out on the stage, she walked out slowly.
The spotlight followed her figure, enveloping Xia Lili in a halo of light.
The bright red flags on the stage seemed to cast their light on her, giving her plain dress a sacred red hue.
A high-ranking leader with an energetic look stepped forward and solemnly placed the "Outstanding Youth Medal" symbolizing supreme honor on her chest.
The medal feels slightly cool to the touch, yet carries a tremendous weight.
Xia Lili raised her head slightly and looked at the countless eyes staring at her and the figures of her comrades in the audience.
She faced the camera and gave an extremely bright smile.
Everyone in the audience was applauding her.
Then, Xia Lili lowered her head, gently held up the medal on her chest with one hand, and leaned over.
A deep kiss was left on the exquisite pattern engraved with the mountains and rivers of the motherland.
At this moment, Xia Lili's eyes, which had foreseen countless disasters and crimes, gently reflected the miniature mountains and rivers on the medal.
Behind Xia Lili, the stars on the wall of honor, symbolizing the merits of past generations, shine brightly, complementing her medals.
Xia Lili raised her eyes, which had seen countless evils in the world, but her gaze finally stopped at the most dazzling red on the national flag.
May the mountains and rivers be safe and the people be at peace.
(End of text)
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The next extra chapter will include some sweet stories, focusing on the highlight confession and sweet daily life of Li Li and Captain Li, and filling in the small holes that were buried before!
Happy holidays and happy birthday to our motherland!
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