Chapter 128 Waiting for You at the Same Old Place
A relieved and grateful smile appeared on her face. She straightened her back and replied in a clear voice, "Thank you, Team Leader Ye. Thank you to the organization for giving me this opportunity."
"Please rest assured, I will be conscientious and responsible, do my best to complete the logistics procurement work, and ensure the task is completed. I will never let down the leaders' trust. Thank you, Team Leader Ye."
Team Leader Ye and Minister Li exchanged a glance, both seeing satisfaction in each other's eyes.
This young woman is clear-headed, sensible, and knows when to advance and retreat. Now that she understands the nature of her work, her attitude is so positive and proactive. She is indeed a good comrade.
"Okay! We believe you." Team Leader Ye nodded approvingly.
Minister Li glanced at the sky and said, "Alright, everything that needed to be done has been done. Comrade Xu Zhili, Comrade Xie Yunce, you can proceed according to the instructions. It's getting late, and we still have to go to the next location. Goodbye for now."
Xie Jianguo hurriedly stepped forward and warmly urged them to stay: "Leaders, it's already noon. You must have lunch before you leave. Our brigade doesn't have much to offer, but we'll provide you with a simple meal."
Team Leader Ye and Minister Li quickly waved their hands, their attitude firm: "Captain Xie, we appreciate your kindness, but we adhere to the Three Main Rules of Discipline and the Eight Points for Attention, and we will not take a single needle or thread from the masses. We absolutely cannot accept this meal. Thank you everyone, please stay."
"Well... take care on your journey, leaders." Xie Jianguo and the villagers had no choice but to wave goodbye.
Team Leader Ye and Minister Li and their entourage nodded to Xu Zhili and Xie Yunze once again, and left the Xiangyang Brigade's territory amidst everyone's admiration and farewell.
Then everyone swarmed around Xu Zhili, chattering about how she got a good job, their words filled with envy and curiosity.
Bai Linlin looked at Xu Zhili with genuine envy: "Xu Zhili, you're really something. You seem like such a quiet and gentle woman, but I never expected you could help catch bad guys. You're amazing."
Li Chunyan nodded with lingering fear: "Yes, it sounds scary. I'm glad you're alright. You should be more careful in the future."
Lu Yanchen stood to the side, his eyes filled with obvious concern, his voice gentle yet solemn: "Comrade Xu Zhili, work is important, but safety is even more important. In the future, when you encounter similar situations, you must be more careful and protect yourself; that is the most important thing."
Hearing Lu Yanchen's words, which were clearly filled with concern, and especially seeing the way he was looking at Xu Zhili, Yao Xueru felt a surge of anger rising to her head.
Bai Linlin's problem hasn't been solved yet, and now even Xu Zhili is...
She clenched her fists so tightly that her nails almost dug into her palms.
On what grounds?
Why does Xu Zhili get all the good things?
Merit, job, and now even Lu Yanchen...
Intense jealousy and resentment gnawed at her heart like venomous snakes.
She couldn't stay any longer. She turned around abruptly, her face ashen, and squeezed through the crowd, quickly leaving.
Seeing this, the man beside Yao Xueru, who was in a huff, quickly quickened his pace and jogged to catch up with her.
Xu Zhili keenly sensed the almost tangible hostility and Yao Xueru's departing figure.
She frowned slightly, a cold smile playing on her lips: It seems this Comrade Yao has quite a few grievances against me.
Looking at the intelligent, brave, and resilient girl in front of him, Lu Yanchen felt a surge of affection and admiration for her that was different from before.
It is truly admirable that they could do such a thing in such harsh conditions.
Perhaps... during this period of time spent in the countryside, getting to know her better would be a good choice?
Bai Linlin, with her keen observation, noticed the focused look in Lu Yanchen's eyes as he gazed at Xu Zhili. She playfully nudged Lu Yanchen's elbow and said, "Hey, Comrade Lu Yanchen, what are you looking at so intently?"
Lu Yanchen was caught off guard and immediately looked a little uncomfortable. He coughed lightly, covering his mouth with his fist, and said, "Cough, I didn't see anything, don't make wild guesses."
After saying that, as if afraid of being questioned further, she quickened her pace and hurried away without waiting for Bai Linlin's reaction, her back view carrying a sense of fleeing in panic.
Xie Jianguo, seeing that the excitement was almost over, clapped his hands and his loud voice rang out: "Alright, alright, the excitement's over, everyone hurry up and disperse."
"Go home and cook dinner quickly. We still need to earn work points this afternoon. If we can't fill our stomachs, everything else is just empty talk."
Upon hearing this, everyone agreed that it made sense.
Of all things under heaven, eating is the most important.
Watching the excitement is nothing compared to filling your stomach.
So they all agreed and dispersed in twos and threes to go home.
Xu Zhili was about to finish work and go home when Xie Yunce came to greet her.
The boy's face wore a complex expression that was a mixture of excitement and unease.
“Sister,” he said in a low voice, “I…I will go to the Armed Forces Department to submit my registration form tomorrow.”
He paused, looking at Xu Zhili with a look of longing and uncertainty about the future. The words that had been churning in his heart for a long time became hesitant when they reached his lips, and finally turned into a question filled with trepidation.
"Sis... if I go to the army... will I... not see you for a long time?"
Looking at the undisguised dependence and confusion in Xie Yunce's eyes, Xu Zhili felt a surge of warmth in her heart and became even more determined to find a way to get him to eat the Fruit of Life.
She simply couldn't bear to see such a spirited young man, with missing memories and an immature mind, step into the military camp.
She gave a warm smile and said sincerely, "Comrade Xie Yunce, congratulations, this is great news."
Looking at Xu Zhili's warm smile, Xie Yunze couldn't help but feel a little confused. He scratched his head and asked, "Sister, haven't you always been very supportive of my joining the army? But just now you seemed a little worried, and now you're congratulating me. I'm a bit confused."
Xu Zhili sighed softly, and after thinking for a moment, decided to be honest with him: "Yun Ce, I do support you in pursuing your dreams, but you are currently suffering from amnesia and your mind is not yet fully mature. Military life is tough and complicated, and I am worried that you will encounter many difficulties that are hard to cope with."
"However, since you've made up your mind, I also believe you have the potential to overcome everything, so congratulations."
Xie Yunze was deeply moved by Xu Zhili's words. He straightened his back and said earnestly, "Sister, don't worry. I know you mean well. Although my memory is not complete right now, I believe I can grow quickly in the military camp and I will definitely not let you down."
Xu Zhili smiled and said softly, "Yes, I believe you. Just focus on preparing for your enlistment."
"Don't have any worries, just do your best to bring glory to our brigade. By the way, I'll be waiting for you at the usual place this afternoon. It's a promise, see you there!"
When Xie Yunze heard "the usual place," the tip of his ear twitched almost imperceptibly.
The usual spot?
The familiar treehouse immediately popped into his mind.
What does his sister want him to do there?
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