Chapter 206 Genius Girl Technician
Xie Yunze said solemnly, "Comrade Zhou, please respect my choice. Xu Zhili is not only the person I love, but also a technician who has made important contributions to the country. Her value is not something you can judge."
Zhou Xiaomei bit her lip: "I'll make you regret this."
The next day, Xu Zhili gave a technical exchange report at the military base as planned.
As she explained the improved principles of night vision goggles, Zhou Xiaomei suddenly stood up and challenged her: "Comrade Xu, you say you developed all these technologies yourself, but as far as I know, you only have a high school education. Isn't that a bit too unbelievable?"
The lecture hall was immediately filled with whispers.
Xu Zhili calmly replied, "Education does not represent ability. My designs are supported by complete theoretical basis and experimental data, which have been verified by experts at the arsenal."
"But……"
"Nurse Zhou,"
The political commissar interrupted her, saying, "Technical issues should be discussed by professionals. If you don't have any professional questions, please don't interrupt the report."
Zhou Xiaomei sat down unwillingly, her eyes filled with resentment.
After the report, Xu Zhili, accompanied by Xie Yunze, visited the military's training facilities.
At the shooting range, Xie Yunze taught her how to use a pistol.
Xu Zhili learned very quickly, hitting the bullseye on her third shot.
"amazing."
Xie Yunce praised him sincerely.
Just then, Zhou Xiaomei appeared again: "Comrade Xu, military equipment is not a toy, you must use it carefully."
Xu Zhili smiled slightly, then suddenly raised her gun and fired in quick succession. All five bullets hit the bullseye, leaving everyone present stunned.
"Xie Yunze is a good teacher. He taught me to hit the bullseye every time I shoot."
Xu Zhili explained it casually.
Xie Yunze looked at her with a smile, his appreciation softening.
Zhou Xiaomei turned and left angrily.
"By the way, your new designs have caused a sensation at the arsenal."
Xie Yunze held Xu Zhili's hand and said, "We've all heard about a genius female technician in our unit. I never imagined she would be the girl I like."
Xu Zhili smiled shyly: "I just did what I could."
"Humility is a virtue, but excessive humility is arrogance," Xie Yunze joked. "The political commissar heard you were here and insisted on inviting you to give a report to the troops to talk about your design concepts."
Xu Zhili asked in surprise, "Is this appropriate?"
“It’s perfect,” Xie Yunze said confidently. “The soldiers admire you very much, especially those who have used the night vision goggles you designed.”
As a result, Xu Zhili stayed at the military base for three more days, where she not only gave a technical report but also visited the base's equipment and offered many suggestions for improvement.
Her professionalism and humble attitude earned her the widespread respect of the officers and soldiers, and no one looked down on her because of her background or gender anymore.
That evening, Xu Zhili and her younger brother prepared to set off for home the next day. Xie Yunze arrived at the guesthouse, his face serious.
“Zhi Li, there’s something I need to tell you,” he said. “Zhou Xiaomei submitted a letter of complaint to the Political Department, questioning your background and abilities, and also saying that our relationship is improper.”
Xu Zhili was taken aback: "Then what should we do?"
"don’t worry."
Xie Yunze grasped her hand. "The political commissar already knows about this, and he fully supports us. Besides, I just got this!"
He took a document out of his briefcase—a marriage approval report from the military!
"So fast?" Xu Zhili took the document in surprise.
Xie Yunze smiled: "The political commissar made a special exception. He said that someone as talented as you shouldn't be allowed to be slandered. Once we get married, those rumors will fall apart on their own."
Xu Zhili looked at the marriage approval certificate stamped with the army's big red seal, and a warm feeling welled up in her heart: "What will happen to Nurse Zhou?"
"The political department has already spoken with her," Xie Yunze said. "She was given a demerit for making false accusations and affecting the unity of the troops, and was transferred from the medical office to work in the logistics department."
On the day of parting, Xie Yunze saw him off at the station, reluctant to leave: "When I have my next vacation, I'll go to your house to formally propose marriage."
Xu Zhili nodded and took an envelope out of her bag: "These are some of my recent ideas about improving individual soldier equipment. Please pass them on to the director of your unit's logistics department."
Xie Yunze took the envelope and looked at the girl in front of him with emotion: "What have I, Xie Yunze, done to deserve such a wonderful girl as you?"
The next morning, when Xu Zhili and her younger brother were preparing to leave, a large number of people gathered in front of the army gate—the political commissar, Xie Yunze's comrades, and even soldiers who had heard her report, all came to see her off.
Zhou Xiaomei also stood at a distance, watching this scene with a complicated expression.
When she saw Xie Yunze naturally take Xu Zhili's luggage and carefully open the car door for her, she finally realized that she had completely lost.
The political commissar stepped forward and shook hands with Xu Zhili: "Comrade Xu Zhili, thank you for your contributions to the army. You are welcome to come again anytime!"
In front of everyone, Xie Yunze gently hugged Xu Zhili: "When I take a vacation, I'll hold the wedding at your house."
Amidst everyone's blessings, Xu Zhili and her younger brother embarked on their journey home.
As the train whistle blew, Xu Zhili and her younger brother embarked on their journey home.
Looking out the window at Xie Yunce waving goodbye, her heart was filled with happiness and hope.
This family visit not only confirmed their relationship, but also allowed Xu Zhili to see the practical value of the equipment she designed in actual combat.
She secretly resolved to continue her efforts and contribute more to the cause of national defense.
Looking at the silver ring on her sister's hand, An'an asked mischievously, "Sis, can I officially call Yun Ce 'brother-in-law' now?"
Xu Zhili gently patted her younger brother's head, her face beaming with a happy smile.
The train sped off into the distance, carrying Xu Zhili towards a new life and new challenges.
What she didn't know was that even greater opportunities and challenges awaited her after returning to the arsenal.
At that moment, Xie Yunze was standing on the platform, and only turned to leave after the train disappeared from sight.
His face was beaming with happiness, and his steps were firm and powerful.
Back at his unit, the political commissar found him: "Is it resolved?"
Xie Yunce stood at attention and saluted: "Reporting to the political commissar, everything has been resolved. Thank you for your support, sir!"
The political commissar patted him on the shoulder: "Treat Comrade Xu Zhili well, she's a national treasure. I definitely want to attend your wedding!"
"Yes!" Xie Yunze answered loudly.
On the departing train, Xu Zhili had already begun to conceive the next design plan.
She thought that perhaps she could design a portable communication device so that lovers like her and Xie Yunze would no longer have to worry about communication difficulties.
This idea sparked her interest, and she immediately took out her notebook from her bag and began sketching out preliminary design drawings.
Sunlight streamed through the car window, illuminating the paper and the silver ring on her ring finger, making it sparkle.
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