Song Yaling didn't believe that Gu Tinglin would know the truth.
The base hospital was unable to perform a paternity test. Even if he had any suspicions, the natural disaster had destroyed everything, and he could not find out the truth of that year.
Moreover, in the past few years at the military base, she and Yanfei never mentioned Jiang Ning. Even when Gu Tinglin asked about her previous residence at the beginning, she didn't even mention the villa area.
"Don't worry, I'll ask."
Song Yaling took a deep breath, picked up the intercom and walked to the balcony to contact Gu Tinglin's secretary...
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The journey from the living area to the military strategic area is more than 20 kilometers, passing through the base hospital, plantations, industrial areas, airports, and then the vast ocean.
Entering the military zone, there are towering soldiers standing guard, the army training in full swing, and the radar on the platform constantly rotating...
Parking lot, countless earthquake-resistant buses.
The airport is filled with various large military helicopters.
Coastlines, ocean-going ships, military warships, escape pods, submarines...
It is endless and densely packed, all the way to the end of the sea.
Looking at all this, Jiang Ning got goosebumps all over his body. So this is the power of the country.
In the distance, a large transport ship sounded its horn and slowly approached the shore, with all the giant containers on board.
If I am not mistaken, the items inside are all products of civilization, which will be shipped by sea and concentrated in the South China Military Region for unified protection.
It was a military stronghold, so Jiang Ning could not look at it openly. He could only take a quick glance secretly, but it was enough to shock people.
After passing through numerous checkpoints, the car stopped at the military office area. The orderly Xiao Tang entered with three people and a dog, walked through two buildings and climbed the stairs, and arrived directly in front of the chief's office.
Jiang Ning frowned. Is it necessary to express gratitude in such a grand manner? Don't come to the Hongmen Banquet or something like that.
Huo Yishen also felt that it was too much, but on military territory, the two could only communicate with their eye contact - and then they would react accordingly.
Jiang Ning thought that in order to save time, he rarely entered the space unless there were special circumstances. If his secret was really to be exposed, it would be no problem for him to hide in the space for a few months.
However, she couldn't lead people remotely, otherwise she wouldn't have been forced to disperse when they were hit by the sandstorm last time.
So, we'll have to get closer later.
Huo Yishen winked at his sister, and Jiang Ning stroked the dog's head to signal that they should get out of the way if the situation was not right.
If we wait for a few months, the plate collision will probably have occurred and the military will have no chance to sit back and wait.
Just as I was thinking about it, the office door opened and the secretary walked out, "Comrade Huo, right? Please come in."
Divide and destroy them? Jiang Ning suddenly became nervous and wanted to move forward and retreat with Huo Yishen.
The secretary stretched out her hand to stop him, "Ms. Jiang, please wait a moment."
There were soldiers on guard ten steps away, so Jiang Ning couldn't do anything rash. He could only watch Huo Yishen go in alone, and the heavy wooden door closed immediately.
Secretary He was waiting beside him, with a faint smile on his face, making it impossible to tell what was going on.
Jiang Ning's heart rose to his throat and he suddenly felt like sitting on pins and needles.
It would be strange if there was no trick. What kind of thanks requires such fanfare?
Doudou became nervous and subconsciously looked at Jiang Ning.
The dog gnashed his teeth, feeling that there was a fight to be fought!
Every second was torture, her palms were full of sweat. Jiang Ning pricked up her ears to listen to the noise, but the office was well soundproofed, and the secretary next to her was secretly watching her movements.
She had no choice but to play dumb and try to keep a calm face.
The door opened and Huo Yishen walked out unharmed.
It was only ten minutes, but to Jiang Ning it felt as long as frying oil in a pan.
Secretary He stepped forward politely, "Ms. Jiang, please come in."
The two of them didn't have a chance to communicate, but when their eyes met, Huo Yishen gave her a reassuring look.
The office is large but simple and plain. Except for the desk filled with documents to be processed, everything else is well organized.
The chief lowered his head to answer the phone, as if he was talking about official business. "Wait a moment, I'll be there soon."
After hanging up the phone, he looked up and asked, "Jiang Ning?"
Jiang Ning was slightly surprised. He didn't expect that the head of the military region was such a big shot whose car broke down on the road.
His majestic facial features were much softer than last time, and there was a hint of smile in the corners of his eyes, which inexplicably made Jiang Ning less nervous.
But she came back to her senses in an instant and reminded herself not to be fooled by appearances.
Anyone who can reach this position is definitely not a simple person. She tried her best to keep a polite smile and said, "Hello, leader."
Gu Tinglin looked at Jiang Ning, who had a pretty face and delicate features, and waved, "Sit down."
Sirens were blaring in his head, but Jiang Ning still sat opposite him as if nothing had happened.
Gu Tinglin looked at her carefully, "Are you from Fengcheng?"
"Um."
"I live in the neighboring Yuecheng. When I was young, I loved to go to Fengcheng. I have many friends there..."
No, the military commander was chatting with her about family matters? Something was wrong!
But what can Jiang Ning do? Smile, try your best to keep smiling.
"I've read your information. Did you grow up in an orphanage?"
No, you've seen it all, what else is there to talk about? On the day of the identity verification, the staff almost took off my underwear. Isn't this asking even though you already know the answer?
After all, he is a high-ranking leader of the military region, and Jiang Ning is on his territory. Can he go against him?
"Well, I was abandoned and sent to an orphanage when I was born."
Gu Tinglin was startled for a moment, then calmly said, "Will it be difficult to grow up in an orphanage?"
"It's hard to make a living by looking after other people's faces." If he wanted to talk, Jiang Ning would chat with him. After all, they had explained everything to him, so they could see what he was up to. "When I was young, I picked up trash and swept toilets. When I was older, I got into fights or got beaten up. Then I worked hard to make money to support my studies."
It’s difficult. How can it not be difficult?
But looking back, Jiang Ning is very grateful for this ordeal, which enabled him to live better and longer when he experienced natural disasters later.
If she had not had the previous experience, she might not have met Huo Yishen and would still be living like a sharp hedgehog.
Gu Tinglin was lost in thought for a moment before he said, "Have you...ever hated your parents?"
Jiang Ning did not hesitate. "I must have hated it when I was a kid, but I got used to it later. When the natural disaster came, I was extremely lucky not to be held back."
Gu Tinglin was about to speak when the urgent phone rang again.
He stood up and held out his hand to Jiang Ning. "Thank you very much for your contribution to the base with Comrade Huo. If you have any difficulties in the future, you can always come to me."
Jiang Ning raised his hand and shook it. "No need to thank me. We got the corresponding points."
His palms were broad and calloused, but warm.
Gu Tinglin suddenly asked, "Are you interested in joining the army?"
"No, I have family to take care of."
He lowered his head and wrote something on a piece of paper, then tore it off and handed it to Jiang Ning, "This is my encrypted communication channel. You can always contact me if you need anything."
Jiang Ning was stunned, but still took it.
Holding the note, she left in confusion, turned around at the door, and said politely: "You are not feeling well, you'd better find time to go to the hospital as soon as possible."
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