Is it a problem if someone wants to dig up something buried under their house?
No, right?
"no,"
"Yes, what's wrong with that?"
"I'm just asking you, what are they here for?"
Cheng Chao looked completely bewildered.
"No, are we looking for a gold mine?"
"Yes, so, is it possible to find it?"
Cheng Chao was taken aback.
"Didn't you say you already...?"
He couldn't find the right words, so he repeated the sentence.
"Didn't you say it was safe?"
With a simple shrug,
"Yeah, then why are you still angry?"
"I?"
Cheng Chao was stunned for a moment, then slapped his forehead.
"This brain of his is really beyond saving."
"Then let them work in the mountains, loosen the soil, and contribute to the primeval forest."
"Is that so?"
I'm not in a rush to do this. I just wanted to ask if they could make their way out of the mountains and back down. If they do come down, those villagers, unarmed, wouldn't stand a chance against their real weapons.
The door behind him opened, and Lin Zhengde's voice came out.
"Come in and talk."
The two exchanged a glance, then obediently turned and went into the office. Wang Xiaohu, who had followed Cheng Chao, automatically stood at the door, dutifully guarding it.
"Alright, tell me!"
Cheng Jin sat behind the table, Lin Zhengde sat in front of the table, and Cheng Chao pulled Jian Dan to sit on the chair next to them.
His gaze swept around, and after a brief hesitation,
"You guys discuss it, I'll... go first?"
It's a serious internal matter for them. As a family member, shouldn't she stay out of it?
Lin Zhengde pressed down with his large hand.
"Sit down, sit down. You are the most qualified to speak on this matter. Not only these two things, but also the grain issue before. If this had happened a few years ago, do you know what kind of behavior you would have done?"
She blinked simply. What was she doing?
"Red represents patriots."
He sighed after saying that.
"It's a pity. Given the situation these past few years, we don't dare to give you any big recognition. Who knows where there might be a vicious dog hiding, eyeing you again."
We're all relying on your financial support right now, so there's really nothing we can give you.
Lin Zhengde sat ramrod straight, and his words were firm and resonant.
"However, little girl, we remember what you did. Our soldiers remember it, and the people on the border who survived because of your righteousness will also remember it."
I believe the country will definitely develop in a positive direction, and one day, we will be able to publicly acknowledge your righteousness and let everyone know it openly and honestly.
Jian Dan quickly stood up and waved her hand.
"No need for that. I don't want anyone to know. This kind of thing isn't my goal to attract attention."
I was just a sent-down youth. Although my home is in Beijing, I don't have any ties there. Finding a few relatives now is already a huge surprise.
Since you're all here, barring any unforeseen circumstances, I'll likely be living here for ten, twenty years, or even longer.
To be selfish, I definitely hope for a good and safe living environment so that I can live comfortably and with peace of mind.
On a grander scale, when it comes to matters of national importance and righteousness, it always feels somewhat empty coming from someone like me, a mere educated youth sent to the countryside.
My father was also a soldier, so I naturally understand the glory and hardship of protecting our country. I admire and respect you, and you are all my family. I hope to do something for you, not only to feel sorry for you, but also to feel sorry for heroes like my father.
The country will definitely develop in a better direction. National construction requires more human, material and financial resources, and by chance, I happen to be able to provide some material support now, that's all.
only,"
He smiled simply.
"Putting aside your feelings for this military region and this land, I myself am also selfish."
I want to live here, and you are my family, so I feel more at ease.
To put it simply, things are much better here. You have more confidence to protect yourselves and defend your country. Even when the dawn breaks, others will not dare to underestimate you.
"You benefit, and I am honored. I also hope that with your protection, I can live a more comfortable life."
After a long silence, Lin Zhengde chuckled softly.
"You're really speaking very plainly."
"Child, in the end, we're the ones who benefited from you."
Since the only 'outsider' in the room had spoken, Cheng Jin couldn't 'avoid suspicion' any longer, so he suppressed his smug expression.
"good.
Before, I even had the nerve to say that Xiao Dan's magnanimous spirit came from our Cheng family.
Now it seems I have to take back what I said. In this respect, the Cheng family is not as good as you.
Even my father back then might not have had this kind of courage.
Lin Zhengde nodded.
Yes, it's both a treasure trove and a gold mine.
Moreover, Jian Dan wasn't one of those old patriarchs or merchants who were used to seeing gold and silver; she was just a young girl.
Simple couldn't stand such a scene; the compliments left her somewhat at a loss for how to react.
"You really don't need to think that way. I like gold too."
Perhaps it's because these things weren't earned by myself, nor were they left to me by my elders. I wouldn't use them as freely as I would my own possessions. Even if I had them, they would just sit there collecting dust.
Since that's the case, we might as well make the most of them and put them in your hands so they can be put to good use.
I have money and resources, and I can earn work points and hunt. Even without these things, I can live quite well.
Cheng Chao watched silently from the side.
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