The villainous second male lead at the beginning? No! He's the white moonlight!

Honestly, it's only because the government is willing to spend so much money to use the rights to "Chinese Military Spirit" that it has such high usage rights. What normal song would have such high usage rights?

It was precisely because Ye Linyuan's song "The Soul of the Chinese Army" was so deeply moving and a rare patriotic song in recent years that the three of them were willing to purchase the right to use it with the highest authority.

"No problem, then please transfer the money to the veterans' relief fund that the Ye family will be setting up at that time."

Ye Linyuan didn't care about a mere ten million, so he decisively chose to donate it.

As for the veterans' foundation mentioned by Ye Linyuan, it was actually just a way to move some of the Ye family's affairs from private to public.

The Ye family made their fortune through the military, and they are well aware that some soldiers lose their income security once they retire. Therefore, the Ye family helps veterans every year as much as they can, either by providing them with jobs in the Ye family's group, recommending them for suitable places, or giving them certain conveniences.

In the past, the Ye family handled such matters one-on-one, assigning only a few specialists to deal with them. This often resulted in unclear accounts, inefficiency, and large sums of money going missing, leading to situations where those who should have received money were absent, while those who shouldn't have received money were overpaid.

For this reason, Ye Linyuan turned this matter directly from private to public, making it public and establishing a veterans' relief foundation. In this way, the Ye family could not only make the destination of every penny transparent, so that no one would dare to embezzle, but also avoid spending money without any reputation.

Doing good deeds anonymously is a virtue, but Ye Linyuan doesn't want to be one.

He couldn't wait for the whole world to know that he had done a good deed. A good reputation is a talisman, especially since he had made a great contribution to the Ark Reactor. If he worked harder, he might be able to establish his own invincible reputation!

Once he establishes his invincible status, all of the Ye family's enemies will have to think twice before trying to cause trouble for the Ye family, lest they end up getting themselves arrested first!

Because of its special nature, the Veterans' Relief Foundation naturally needed to be run by trustworthy people, so Ye Linyuan put Ye Xi and Ye Xin in charge. (Mainly because he was annoyed by Ye Xi and Ye Xin, who kept saying they had no career and were incredibly boring.)

However, Zhang Qiang, Li Jia, and Zhao Wu were unaware of the intricacies involved, and their gazes toward Ye Linyuan instantly held a newfound respect.

Although the government provides resettlement allowances and even job placement services for veterans, it is also well understood that many veterans, who only knew how to fight and kill in the military, often struggle to adapt to society and may even find it difficult to find employment.

If the Ye family were to take the lead in establishing a veterans' relief foundation, it might significantly reduce or even eliminate this situation!

"Okay, no problem, I'll arrange for someone to transfer the money over right away."

Now that it's been finalized, the three of them didn't say anything more. They would arrange for someone to handle the details with the Ye family.

After the three left, Ye Linyuan turned his gaze to Ye Changsheng, and a playful smile returned to his face.

"Great-Grandpa, how do you think my work is?"

"Haha, very good, you're much better than us."

Ye Changsheng laughed, but after laughing, he couldn't help but tease him.

"Xiao Yuan, look, the birthday gift you gave me has been taken away by the government. Doesn't that mean you haven't given me my birthday gift yet?"

Ye Linyuan had anticipated this, since given Ye Changsheng's status, military personnel would definitely come to offer their congratulations, and it was normal for them to be interested in the spirit of the Chinese military. Therefore, Ye Linyuan also had a birthday gift 2.0 plan!

"Great-Grandpa, I don't have many other merits, but I especially like to have a backup plan. So besides 'The Spirit of the Chinese Army,' I also have a song called 'As You Wish,' which can also serve as your birthday gift!"

"As You Wish?"

Ye Changsheng looked at Ye Linyuan with some surprise. He had just been joking, after all, Ye Linyuan's Chinese military spirit was simply the best birthday gift he had ever received.

He didn't care at all about the trivial matter of the military taking it away from him.

Songs are meant to be heard by the public; they can't be listened to by just one person, right?

Moreover, this song is indeed very suitable as a recruitment theme song for the military!

However, he really didn't expect that this kid actually had a backup plan.

"Alright, you truly are the pride of our Ye family. By the way, do you need any help from this old man?"

"Great-Grandpa, please sit in your armchair and wait for Xiao Yuan to celebrate your birthday!"

The guests witnessed what was happening and were shocked. They never expected that Ye Linyuan's song would be used by the military as this year's recruitment theme song!

Unexpectedly, Ye Linyuan now has the confidence to present another song, at least as good as "The Soul of the Chinese Army," as a birthday gift.

After all, if it's inferior to "The Soul of the Chinese Army," then it would be somewhat inappropriate to bring it out again.

Ten minutes later, under Ye Linyuan's direction, a huge curtain was erected in the front yard, leaving everyone somewhat bewildered. Then, a piano was carried to the front yard, and Ye Linyuan bowed to the crowd.

"I'm sorry everyone, there was a small mishap with the birthday gift just now, so I'm giving you another one now."

After saying that, Ye Linyuan sat down at the piano, and the next moment, soothing piano music began to play, making people involuntarily immersed in it.

You are the light on the long road, in the thick fog of the mountains.

I am a child, walking in your eyes.

As Ye Linyuan's ethereal voice rang out, an old photograph instantly appeared on the big screen!

Looking at the old black and white photograph, Ye Changsheng stood up again, his tiger-like eyes filled with tears.

Because that photo shows the Chinese People's Volunteer Army crossing the Yalu River in high spirits to fight against the U.S. and aid Korea!

As a veteran who personally experienced the Korean War, how could Ye Changsheng not have feelings about it?!

You are the bright moon and gentle breeze, I am the dream that brings you blessings.

Whether we meet or not, a lifetime is spent embracing you.

The photo has been changed to the Battle of Liangshuidong, the first clash between the Chinese People's Volunteer Army and the United Nations forces during the Korean War!

Ye Changsheng couldn't help but fall into a daze, and vaguely, the sound of gunfire from back then seemed to ring in his ears again!

"The Soul of the Chinese Army" is indeed grand and magnificent, but Ye Linyuan only brought in a choir and did not supplement it with old photos. While the song "As You Wish" is indeed moving if you only listen to it, it is not as inspiring as "The Soul of the Chinese Army." However, if this song is accompanied by old photos from the Korean War, it can instantly bring those who experienced the Korean War back to that glorious and moving era!

And I will love the world you love, and wish you the smiles you desire!

I'm holding your hand, stumbling along; please take me to tomorrow!

The old photos behind him changed again, this time depicting the Battle of Tieyuan. In an instant, Ye Changsheng's tears fell again.

The Battle of Tieyuan was one of the most brutal battles in the Korean War!

The 189th Division, which was the first to come into contact with the U.S. military, suffered nearly 90% casualties, and after the war, only a little over 1000 of its personnel were still able to move around.

Keep in mind that the 189th Division had approximately 9400 men before the war began!

Thinking of this, Ye Changsheng was overcome with grief, and tears streamed down his face like a burst dam, unstoppable.

Not only Ye Changsheng, but anyone who knows anything about that period of history had tears in their eyes at this moment.

They truly hadn't expected Ye Linyuan to have prepared such a powerful weapon!

If you have ever tasted bitterness that I have tasted sweetness, I am willing to live out your wish!

May our efforts not be in vain, may we forge ahead bravely, every single day of this prosperous age!

This time, the photos appearing on the screen are no longer old photos of the Korean War, but modern skyscrapers, bustling crowds, bright lights, prosperity, and a scene that can truly be called a golden age!

No one expected Ye Linyuan to suddenly send such a photo, and in an instant, their feelings were elevated.

The older generation fought tooth and nail, all so that future generations could live in this peaceful and prosperous age!

Now, a golden age has arrived, but those heroic spirits are nowhere to be seen!

"Gouwa, Sanpao, Ergou, Lao Zhu..."

"Let this old man live a few more years, so I can see more of the prosperous world you've created!"

"That way, when I get to the underworld and see you all, I can tell you more about how powerful the Dragon Kingdom is now and how happy the people are."