Starting from the deputy company commander of the Soldier Assault Team

Gu Zhenchuan suddenly realized something and pointed at the railway, laughing and cursing, "Railway, I've been wondering what's wrong with it. Zhang Anbang is acting too calm."

At first, I thought it was only natural that the people you trained would have good mental fortitude. But now that I think about it, you probably didn't even tell him about this, did you?

Railway scratched the back of his head and chuckled, "Of course, old leader!"

His father and I were brothers who had risked our lives together, but you are also my former leader.

You took me parachuting back then and taught me tactics and techniques; we were truly friends who had faced life and death together.

Both sides are my flesh and blood, but since this is a girl, I definitely need to inform you first.

If you and your sister-in-law don't approve, then I won't mention that boy anymore, to avoid trouble for both sides and to prevent delaying the child's future.

Gu Zhenchuan nodded in satisfaction, thinking to himself, "That's more like it."

Back when he was already a battalion commander, the first time he went to visit Chen Jinglan's parents, his legs trembled a little when he met them.

He was even more nervous than when he first jumped out of a plane.

Chen Jinglan's smile widened; the railway guy was still so sensible in handling matters.

"Railway, you're right. Thank you, sister-in-law, for your thoughtful consideration. We'll see how the two children get along in the future, Xiaonan..."

Before he could finish speaking, the door opened.

As Gu Xiaonan placed her peaked cap on the cabinet by the door, she asked, "Mom, what are you saying about me?"

Hmm, no, Dad, did you smoke right after dinner again? I've told you so many times, why can't you remember?

A cigarette after a meal multiplies the harm several times over; it's definitely not the kind of superhuman experience you're talking about.

After eating, the stomach and intestines are working, blood circulation is at its fastest, and blood flow throughout the body is accelerated, so harmful substances in cigarette smoke are absorbed faster and in greater quantities.

Food can also cause smoke to stay in the body longer, further irritating the gastric mucosa and increasing gastric acid secretion. Combined with the irritation from nicotine, this can lead to stomach discomfort.

Your stomach is already weak, you forgot?

Even before the door opened, Gu Zhenchuan had already stubbed out his cigarette in the ashtray.

Listening to his daughter's scolding, he spread his hands, looking innocent. "Xiaonan, I didn't smoke. I remember everything you said. It was Tie Lu who smoked. I scolded him, but he's a guest after all, so Dad has to give him some face."

Railway, who was smoking, choked on the cigarette and started coughing on the spot.

No, what kind of situation is this?

Am I just going to take the blame like this? You said you'd give me some face, is this all the face you're going to give me?

But when he met his old boss's gaze, he immediately cowered and chuckled obsequiously, "Xiaonan, it was me who smoked it. It's my fault, it has nothing to do with your dad."

Gu Xiaonan looked at her father suspiciously, then at the railway, thinking that a major general and a senior colonel wouldn't conspire to deceive her.

She nodded and said seriously, "Uncle Tie, you have to be careful in the future. Soldiers are prone to stomach problems."

Especially for those of you in command, at least six out of ten have stomach problems; you need to take care of yourselves.

Chen Jinglan watched with a smile, without saying a word.

As a doctor, she naturally knew these things.

However, Lao Gu was already under a lot of pressure, and he didn't always have this habit of smoking after meals. He didn't smoke heavily usually, so we just let him be.

Besides, my daughter has been reminding me from time to time, so I can't let her nag me all the time, that would be too much.

Railway smiled and nodded. "Xiaonan is right, I'll remember that. It's getting late, old leader, sister-in-law. I'll come visit again when I have time. I'll head back now."

……

After seeing the railway off, Gu Xiaonan suddenly remembered, "By the way, Mom, what were you saying about me just now?"

"And Mom, you're acting a bit strange today, really strange. Tell me, is there something you're hiding from me?"

Before Chen Jinglan could figure out how to start the conversation, she instinctively said upon hearing her daughter's words, "Something's not right, nothing's not right. Haven't I always been like this?"

Gu Xiaonan walked to the sofa and sat down opposite Chen Jinglan, pretending to be serious as she said, "Comrade Chen Jinglan, you know our Party's policy: leniency for those who confess, severity for those who resist. You'd better confess honestly."

Let me remind you, you weren't like this before. As far as I remember, you weren't this enthusiastic when people came to our house.

This is the first time I've ever cooked such a large meal myself.

Do you remember what you just did?

They kept urging me to eat more and kept turning the table around.

You've never cared about your daughter this much.

Gu Zhenchuan smiled as he looked at his wife and daughter, without saying a word. He sat quietly drinking tea and picked up a newspaper to read.

Chen Jinglan laughed when she saw her daughter's feigned seriousness. She was such a tiny little thing back then, and now she's reached the age where she can talk about marriage.

According to national law, men can get married at 22 and women at 20. The military encourages late marriage, with men at 25 and women at 23. My daughter is already 22, and it's definitely time for her to find a partner.

Chen Jinglan looked at her daughter, her tone no different from usual, "This young man is visiting for the first time; he's a guest of our family, and also a subordinate of your father's old subordinate."

"After all these years, when your Uncle Tie comes to visit, what's wrong with me cooking more dishes and being more hospitable?"

Gu Xiaonan still felt something was off; it didn't make sense. After all, her mother had only advised Tie Lu to eat more at the beginning, and the rest of the time she was advising Zhang Anbang. "Is that so?"

Chen Jinglan didn't answer, but looked at her daughter with a smile, "Xiaonan, what do you think of that young man Zhang Anbang?"

Gu Xiaonan didn't think much of it. "Zhang Anbang is quite impressive. He became a major at such a young age. That's remarkable, although it might sound like I'm exaggerating a bit."

However, he is a major in a front-line military unit, which is different from the majors specially recruited by my research institute. It must be more difficult for him.

His marksmanship is even more impressive; well, he's the best marksman I've ever seen.

"So what do you think of his looks?"

"He's quite good-looking, with strong features, a handsome face, and a tall and straight posture. Mom, let me tell you, someone like him would definitely be popular at a blind date. All the women in our department who are looking for partners would definitely be interested in him."

As they were talking, Gu Xiaonan realized something. "Wait a minute, Mom, why are you asking this?"

"You silly child, you keep talking about how your comrades in the unit have found partners. When are you planning to find one, and what kind of person are you looking for?" Although Chen Jinglan didn't answer, her tone already hinted at that.

Gu Xiaonan was stunned for a moment. "Mom, why did you suddenly say this? It's a bit too sudden."

Besides, I'm still young, why the rush to find a partner?

He then looked at Gu Zhenchuan and said, "Old Gu, look at this, look at this! Why don't you hurry up and discipline your wife? What kind of talk is she saying? I'm only 22 years old, still young, what's the rush?"