Chapter 32 Lu Zhanming's Domineering Declaration
On the other side, in the empty temporary consultation room, the atmosphere was completely different from the tranquility on Gu Baobao's side.
Deputy Chief of Staff Zhang Yunxiang paced back and forth in the not-so-spacious hospital room twice, his brows furrowed.
Finally, I stopped at the window, looking at the deep night outside and the faint lighthouse light on the sea, before turning around.
He looked at Lu Zhanming, who stood straight in the center of the room, his arm in a sling, yet still as sturdy as a javelin.
"Little Lu,"
Zhang Yunxiang spoke, his voice low, tinged with a hint of probing, yet also revealing obvious seriousness.
"Comrade Gu Baobao, you saw this place today too."
The higher-ups highly valued this young comrade's talent and ability, and repeatedly emphasized on the phone that he must be properly placed and fully supported.
This is not only because she saved the elderly expert, but also because of the potential she demonstrated that could be of great use to the country and the military.
He paused, observing Lu Zhanming's expression, and continued:
“Such talent is a treasure anywhere. The organization will naturally be concerned about her personal life. However…”
He then changed the subject, adding a touch of elder-like teasing.
"You look a bit odd today, kid. Like a hungry wolf eyeing its prey. Tell me, what are you thinking?"
Zhang Yunxiang's question was so blunt, it was as if he had "Do you have a crush on that girl?" etched onto his forehead.
Lu Zhanming's face showed little change in expression, but when he heard the name Gu Baobao, a barely perceptible ripple appeared in his deep eyes.
Without the slightest hesitation or even thought, he answered decisively and forcefully, each word seeming to burst forth directly from his chest:
"Reporting, sir!"
His voice wasn't loud, but it carried the unwavering resolve and sharpness unique to a steely soldier.
"I, Lu Zhanming, must take care of Bao Bao!"
He paused, as if feeling it wasn't enough, and added another sentence, each word clear and distinct, carrying an unyielding determination:
"I am determined to win!"
Simple, direct, and domineering.
Without any embellishment or roundabout methods, he directly declared his ownership and determination.
The tone didn't sound like he was talking about a girl he'd only known for less than a day; it sounded more like he was announcing a strategic high ground that had to be conquered and couldn't be lost.
Zhang Yunxiang was taken aback by Lu Zhanming's undisguised and almost barbaric directness, then chuckled, shook his head, and pointed at Lu Zhanming:
"You! Tone it down! Tone it down, don't you understand? How old is Comrade Gu Baobao?"
He looks like an innocent child! Don't scare him away with that bandit-like abduction of his wife!
He was genuinely a little worried.
Lu Zhanming is undeniably capable, but his temper can be chillingly cold.
When it gets hard, it's harder than a rock; that's an advantage against enemies, but against a young girl...
Especially for a girl like Gu Baobao who looks delicate and soft, with eyes as clear as a mountain spring, I'm really afraid that his aggressive tactics will scare her to tears.
Lu Zhanming frowned almost imperceptibly, as if he was genuinely considering the possibility of scaring them away.
But soon, his jawline tightened further, his eyes calm yet stubborn, and he replied in a deep voice:
"Received. I'll be careful how I do it."
Pay attention to the method, but keep the goal the same.
Zhang Yunxiang understood the subtext.
He was both amused and exasperated, and waved his hand:
"Alright, alright, there's no reasoning with a stubborn mule like you! Anyway, you just need to remember this: Comrade Gu Baobao is now a key protected individual, and also a key person under observation... uh, a key person requiring special care!"
Forget those tactics you use to lead troops into battle! You need strategy, understand? Subtle and effective!
"Take advantage of your current recovery time, and your proximity to the source, so perform well! Stop wearing that grimace all the time!"
The more he thought about it, the more convinced he became that there was potential in this matter, and he couldn't help but give further instructions:
"Let me warn you, those little rascals at the hospital today practically had their eyes glued to the baby!"
"If she really stays in our military region's system and goes to the family compound... humph, how much of your advantage from being so close to the source will be left? Think about it carefully!"
These words hit Lu Zhanming squarely in the face.
The image of the young officers staring blankly at the ward door that afternoon, and the visitors who had come with canned fruit, flashed through his mind.
A chilling aura uncontrollably emanated from him once again, his eyes sharp as knives.
Zhang Yunxiang was startled by the sudden burst of cold air he emitted, and chuckled irritably:
"Look! Here we go again! Control yourself! Control that cold face of yours!"
You scared the baby away! Now where are you going to cry? Don't come looking for me then!
The hypothesis that the virus would scare people away has been brought up again.
Lu Zhanming's face instantly turned as black as it could possibly be, comparable to the thick, impenetrable darkness outside the window.
His thin lips were pressed into a cold, straight line, and a terrifying undercurrent surged in his eyes.
The thought of that petite figure with a sweet, innocent aura, possibly showing fear and avoidance as he approached, or even turning and running away...
My heart felt like it was being gripped tightly by an invisible hand, and a dull pain spread through me.
Absolutely impossible!
He abruptly looked up at Zhang Yunxiang, his eyes filled with an almost obsessive determination and a chilling ferocity, his voice low and deep, as if ground from the depths of his throat:
"That's not possible."
He spoke slowly and deliberately, each word carrying immense weight:
"I will bring her back no matter where she runs."
It's not about searching, it's about capturing.
It carries an irresistible, almost predatory, force.
Zhang Yunxiang was taken aback by the fierceness and possessiveness in his words, then rubbed his forehead, gave an expression of "can't bear to watch," and waved his hands repeatedly:
"Alright, alright! You're a madman! You're such a stubborn madman! Get the hell out of here!"
Go back and heal your wounds! Remember what I said, and watch your approach! Don't act recklessly! Get lost!
He finally understood. Lu Zhanming, this iron tree, wasn't that he didn't bloom; it was that once he did bloom, he wanted to take the entire sapling for himself, soil and pot included!
That's incredibly domineering!
Lu Zhanming didn't say anything more. He gave a crisp salute, turned around, and left the temporary meeting room with steady but slightly restless steps.
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