Qin Yuanjiu said calmly, "We'll talk about it when the time comes. I've been working in the countryside these past few years, carrying manure and farming. I've fallen behind in physical fitness and my skills aren't what they used to be. I'm afraid I won't be able to live up to the expectations of the leaders."
The three young men thought about it and agreed. Special forces soldiers are not like ordinary soldiers; they can't be controlled just because they have more seniority. They are all unruly and don't like to be managed.
Only the former Northern King of Soldiers, Ninth Brother, could silence those troublemakers with his superb skills and outstanding achievements.
Now, because of his family's situation, Ninth Brother has been sent to a cowshed in a remote area. He must have endless dirty and tiring work to do every day. Where would he find the energy to exercise?
It's said that a woman's youth lasts only a few years, but isn't a soldier's youth also just a few years? Ninth Brother has suffered this misfortune in the prime of his life, and from now on, he'll probably never be able to serve in the military again.
They didn't know how to comfort him for a moment, so they fell silent.
Ke Meiyu asked with a light laugh, "Tell me what Ninth Brother was like before? He was so handsome and dashing, did he have a lot of girls chasing after him?"
Qin Yuanjiu flicked her forehead in annoyance, "You little wife, aren't you ashamed? Why are you asking about this? Do you think I won't tell you if you ask?"
Ke Meiyu hummed: "I was thinking that I would definitely go to Kyoto in the future. As the saying goes, know yourself and know your enemy and you will never be defeated! I can't let someone suppress my spirit and embarrass you, Ninth Brother."
The three young men couldn't help but chuckle mischievously. "Sister-in-law Jiu, back in Kyoto, Brother Jiu was the top choice for all the leaders to marry off their daughters. It's just a pity that Brother Jiu was focused on the military at that time and didn't accept any offers. He was often surrounded by pretty young girls."
"Yes, yes, I've seen her several times already. But compared to Sister-in-law Jiu, those other women are nothing. You are exceptionally beautiful; there are few in the entire capital who can compare."
"Otherwise, Ninth Brother wouldn't have been able to so decisively marry you."
"We thought Ninth Brother didn't have that intention, that he would live out his days alone and dedicate himself entirely to the organization!"
When the past is mentioned, they can't help but get lost in memories.
Before all these things happened, Ninth Brother was so successful in Kyoto. He was an extremely outstanding figure among the younger generation, and his future achievements would definitely place him among the ranks of generals.
However, looking at the young man sitting upright in the thatched hut, they felt a pang of regret. If they missed these few years, Ninth Brother's future would be rather bleak.
Qin Yuanjiu changed the subject and asked about the recent situations of several friends.
Some are developing very well, some are just drifting through life, and some, like myself, have been sent to remote areas.
"The leaders said, it's almost over, dawn will come soon, this ordeal will be our touchstone, our springboard for life!"
After a while, someone came in and called out, "Comrade Qin, the goods have all been unloaded, and even the commune's stuff has been taken away. We're all waiting for you to come and distribute it."
Upon hearing this, the three young men stood up first. "Ninth Brother, we have to go back. Our families are very worried about us after being away for so many days, so we won't delay any longer."
"We're waiting for your return in Kyoto, so we can fight together again with our brothers!"
Qin Yuanjiu smiled and patted them on the shoulder, "Okay, I'll be quick."
After helping the person into the car, he turned around and saw Ke Meiyu quietly accompanying him. He chuckled and gently pulled her into his arms before letting go.
Right now, everyone in the village is waiting anxiously at the village committee office; the once bustling village entrance is now deserted, not even a stray cat in sight.
"Why are you frowning? Give me a smile," he said, taking her hand and slowly walking towards the village committee.
Ke Meiyu hesitated for a moment, then couldn't help but lecture the main villain: "Actually, Ninth Brother, the world has both light and darkness. We should be kind-hearted, after all, there are more good people in the world than bad, aren't there?"
"Hmm, so what?"
"So, Ninth Brother, although you were exiled to our Luofeng Village, you didn't suffer much. Uncle Qingxi took good care of you. Now that you've married me, you're our village's son-in-law, so you're even less afraid of being bullied."
"After the New Year, we'll go to the provincial capital to study, and after graduation, we'll try to be assigned to Kyoto!"
"Speaking of which, with the tense situation outside these past few years, Ninth Brother has avoided countless troubles in our village."
"Many people are not as good as you, yet you still live a positive and optimistic life, rolling up your sleeves to realize your ambitions and serve your country..."
He watched as the young woman earnestly comforted him, subtly guiding him to cherish love, light, and gratitude in his heart.
Qin Yuanjiu couldn't help but chuckle softly: "Actually, it's easy to make me happy. From now on, I'll eat the meat and you can drink the soup..."
"Impossible!" Ke Meiyu immediately retorted firmly, her voice tinged with resentment. "Why should I drink the soup while you eat the meat? How can a grown man like you compete with a woman for food?"
Qin Yuanjiu shrugged. "If you're going to advise me to be kind, to not hold grudges against others, and to be magnanimous enough to return to my original path, then you can first learn to be a vegetarian."
"Did I say that?" Ke Meiyu asked, turning her head to the side.
"The revenge that must be taken will still be taken, but I don't want Ninth Brother to be blinded by hatred and forget the beauty of the world!"
"Then you'll stay by my side forever," Qin Yuanjiu said softly, looking at the winter sun. "With you watching over me, I might find that the world isn't so bad after all."
"Definitely," she nodded without hesitation. "In the future, whenever we have time, we'll go and explore the beautiful landscapes of China. Oh, and we'll bring my grandparents and parents too!"
"It would be best to buy a small courtyard house in Kyoto for them to live in, grow flowers and plants, go out for a stroll, and see us often."
Qin Yuanjiu smiled and added, "Most importantly, you can come home for a free meal every now and then."
Ke Meiyu nodded repeatedly: "Yes, that's it!"
After saying that, she blushed and said, "You're so mean! I'm taking them to Kyoto, not so that my grandma and my mother can cook for me."
As the two were talking, someone came to urge them on.
The village committee was packed with people; almost all of Luofeng Village's 800-plus residents, except for the children who were in school, had come.
From elderly people lying in bed being carried by their dutiful sons to watch the festivities and share in the joy, to newborn babies just over a month old!
When they saw Qin Yuanjiu and Ke Meiyu, they all made way for them.
Almost a truckload and a half of supplies filled more than three warehouses!
In those days, pork was divided into three grades, with the most expensive costing a little over 80 cents per pound. However, wild boar meat could be bought for more than a dollar. Prices in Kyoto were already 10% higher than here. In addition, wild boar meat was processed into sausages, which could sell for two or three dollars per pound!
Furthermore, the leaders knew that wild boar meat was nutritious, so they doubled the amount. In addition, through Qin Yuanjiu's manipulation, the wild boar sausages that originally cost more than 6,000 yuan were exchanged for supplies worth more than 20,000 yuan!
In other words, each person can get thirty yuan worth of supplies!
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