Follow the army to the island, the rebellious male protagonist was led by me to counterattack

Chapter 110 Going Home
The rain stopped.

The rescue became a little easier, and Shi Xia continued to help.

Xu Danhong and her grandfather arrived sometime later and also came to help.

After taking another break, Shi Xia walked towards Xu Danhong, who was distributing meals.

"Sister Shi Xia!"

"Have a meal."

"Hey!"

Xu Danhong served Shi Xia a spoonful of thick porridge, wiped away her tears, and finally felt relieved.

"My grandfather came; he went to help treat people."

"Alright, the stubborn old man has come to terms with it."

Xu Danhong nodded and continued working.

Everyone was busy. Shi Xia and Wen Cheng'an were together at first, but they gradually drifted apart. A day and a night passed in this busyness.

On the third day, Wen Chengan's unit had to withdraw; they had reached their limit.

Shi Xia was also preparing to go back, and she decided to take a ride back.

Xu Danhong, Xu Danqing, and the stubborn old man Xu have nothing left in their home; there are only the three of them.

Since Grandpa Xu promised Shi Xia, he will naturally keep his word.

He simply took his grandchildren and settled down by the sea.

As for the reason... fleeing.

Shi Xia said she would handle the rest.

Inside the truck bed, Shi Xia sat next to Wen Cheng'an, while the truck bed was full of soldiers sleeping.

Regardless of the bumps or jolts, being able to close your eyes and rest is already the greatest blessing.

Because of this mission, they lost seven comrades and dozens more were injured. No one knows whether they can continue their military careers.

Shi Xia had been keeping an eye on Wen Cheng'an; he had changed.

He's become much more resolute from that slightly scheming scoundrel.

"are you alright?"

Wen Chengan turned his head, forced a dry smile, and shook his head pitifully.

"Zhao Tian... his leg is gone."

As Wen Cheng'an said these words, his nose tingled, and he forced back his tears. He scratched his head with one hand and smiled bitterly, feeling a deep sadness that he couldn't express.

Shi Xia knew exactly what it felt like to lose a partner, so she silently held Wen Cheng'an's rough hand.

"I'm still alive."

Wen Cheng'an lowered his head, nodded, and said in a muffled voice, "I know."

Even knowing this still hurts.

I was so upset that I didn't even have time to savor the joy of Shi Xia taking the initiative to shake my hand for the first time, or rather, it was all ignored.

When the car left, many people came to see it off.

Despite having lost their homes, they still wanted to give things to these soldiers with the utmost sincerity.

"Child, eat well!"

"Thank you, thank you!"

"People's Liberation Army, you are the best!"

This heartfelt farewell scene made the new recruits understand the meaning of being a soldier immediately.

That statement, "The Party and the people need you," is true!
They really need us!
Shi Xia released Wen Cheng'an's hand; this moment belonged solely to him, and solely to every soldier in the car.

She and the Xu family of three silently retreated.

The vehicle drove off, swaying and rattling for an unknown amount of time, before the soldiers transferred to a train.

They lined up neatly at the train station, wearing clothes covered in mud and sand, their dry, tangled hair as they boarded the train.

Many people spontaneously stood up, applauded, and cheered.

Shi Xia also boarded the train and traveled all the way back to the county town where Hai Sandao Island was located.

After getting off the train, Shi Xia did not return with the troops.

Battalion Commander Cheng saluted Shi Xia very formally and thanked her.

"Comrade Shi Xia, I will always remember your achievements."

"Thank you."

Battalion Commander Cheng led his troops onto the ship and returned to their unit.

Shi Xia led the three members of the Xu family to Baldy's place.

Baldy was happy when he saw Shi Xia return.

"Girl, you're finally back! The floods in Cheng County scared me to death! If anything had happened to you, your grandpa would have come and torn me apart."

"You guessed right." Shi Xia led the Xu family of three into the courtyard.

The bald guy followed far behind, asking, "You didn't go to Sanhe Village?"

"Yes, Dr. Xu has brought them along."

Shi Xia pointed at Old Master Xu, and Baldy looked over and then back.

He asked in a low voice, "Were you tied up?"

"Am I that person?"

The bald man blinked, then blatantly lied, saying, "No!"

Next, Baldy learned that the Xu family's house had been destroyed and they were preparing to relocate to Hai San Island. He also learned that Shi Xia had participated in the rescue and was filled with admiration.

"Girl, you're this one!"

The bald guy gave a thumbs up and, regarding Shi Xia's request to buy ready-made clothes for the Xu family, simply waved his hand and said: "Give it to me!"

Baldy called over his henchmen, who led the three members of the Xu family to get their clothes.

He went into the inner room and came out with a box.

"Girl, the money for the pearls."

Shi Xia took the box and opened it. Inside were rolls of "Great Unity" bills and a lot of receipts.

She took out some meat and oil and gave it to the bald man, saying, "Just like before, send meat and oil every few days."

"No problem, I'll take care of it."

After putting away the receipts and money, the bald man asked again, "Hey girl, are you going out to sea anytime soon?"

"Another deal?"

The bald guy nodded.

"A customer wants the finest ambergris."

She actually had a small piece of ambergris.

But she still wanted to keep it so her grandfather could light it; it would help him sleep better.

"I don't know. It depends on the weather. Ambergris is something you have to find; it's not something you can just come across."

"That's for sure. I figured the chances of running into you were by the sea."

Shi Xia asked curiously, "How much?"

"Depending on the quality and size, it starts at five thousand."

Shi Xia understood.

For others, obtaining ambergris is a matter of luck, but for Shi Xia, it's not.

Ambergris is the intestinal secretion of sperm whales, specifically secretions produced under pathological conditions.

All she needs to do is find sperm whales; ambergris won't be a problem.

The bald man had said almost everything he wanted to say, and Shi Xia, along with the three members of the Xu family who had changed their clothes, prepared to go back.

I brought back quite a few other things with me when I went back.

They caught the ferry and the four of them boarded the ship.

It was the first time for the Xu siblings to ride a boat, and they were very excited and thrilled.

This was an hour ago.

After the second hour, the two of them couldn't take it anymore; it was all water!

Grandpa Xu remained calm and composed, while Shi Xia, sitting next to him, asked, "Have you ever been to sea?"

"Ah."

As always, Grandpa Xu was sparing with his words, and Shi Xia didn't say anything more.

Three hours later, we arrived at Haisan Island.

The newly built pier made Shi Xia jump for joy. When the islanders on the beach saw Shi Xia, they excitedly shouted, "Shi Xia is back!"

"Shi Xia is back!"

The moment Shi Xia said she was back, a lively and bustling scene ensued.

A large group of people came running from all directions.

"Shi Xia, you're in the newspaper!"

"Shi Xia, several thank-you letters have arrived, all for you!"

"I heard you even went to participate in flood relief efforts, you're amazing!"

"It has to be our Shi Xia, she's always like this wherever she goes!"

Shi Xia was surrounded and walked forward, while Xu Danhong behind her excitedly said, "Sister Shi Xia is so amazing!"

Xu Danqing nodded in agreement: Impressive!

Only Old Master Xu had the illusion that he was a lamb entering a tiger's den, always feeling that once he got off this island, he would never be able to get off.