The little dumpling is five and a half years old, which made his father so angry that his head split

"It's tough being an orphan and a widow."

Chen Shouyi was their old comrade-in-arms, who sacrificed his life two years ago.

Moreover, Chen Shouyi and Zhao Peng were from the same hometown, and their families lived not far apart.

Li Yuanchao frowned. "Didn't the village or town give them any special treatment?"

"Given Shouyi's qualifications, shouldn't he be able to arrange jobs for the family members?"

Zhao Peng shook his head. "When I went home for the Spring Festival, I made a special trip to check on things. The pension is being paid monthly, but my aunt's health isn't good, and after taking her medicine, there's not much left. Shouyi's younger brother is only fourteen, and his wife is the only able-bodied person in the family, so life isn't easy for them."

Li Yuanchao nodded.

Before getting to know Chen Shouyi, he really didn't know that some families were so poor.

It was completely beyond his imagination.

After learning that his family was struggling to even afford clothes, the old military uniforms of his comrades in the platoon were all given to Chen Shouyi.

I did my best to help in any way I could.

Chen Shouyi was grateful and kind to every comrade-in-arms.

On the battlefield, they charge forward like they're risking their lives, and when danger comes, they're always the first to step forward.

Because of his military achievements, Chen Shouyi was promoted to officer.

He even got married back in his hometown.

In just one battle, Zhao Peng and Li Yuanchao were both seriously injured, but Chen Shouyi could not be saved.

Li Yuanchao took an envelope out of his pocket.

"Next time you go back, please keep an eye on Shouyi's family for me."

Zhao Peng nodded and accepted it.

Li Yuanchao lowered his voice, "You need to work hard on your academic subjects. It would be best if you could get into a military academy, otherwise..."

Zhao Peng glanced back at Li Yuanchao.

He nodded quickly.

He now understands all the intricacies.

After the war ends, opportunities to earn military merits will be scarce, and future promotions will be extremely difficult.

If he can't get promoted again, he should probably transfer to civilian work and go home.

He has no connections, so even if Li Yuanchao is willing to help, he himself must be exceptionally qualified.

"I'll work hard, what about you?"

"I'll start working here first, and then find an opportunity to study for two more years. My academic qualifications will be an important criterion for future performance evaluations."

Zhao Peng smiled and said, "Thanks, brother."

If it weren't for Li Yuanchao, who would have told him these things?

By the time everyone realized the reality, it was too late.

At noon, Li Yuanchao and his father ate with everyone in the cafeteria.

Zhao Peng even specially asked the cooks to steam an egg custard for Li Tian.

But because of the hot weather and the fact that she had vomited in the morning, Li Tian didn't eat much.

Li Yuanchao didn't force her, and quickly slurped up the rest of her food.

"Looking at you now, you don't resemble a young master at all."

"When in Rome, do as the Romans do. People who have been to war don't mind having food."

Li Tian glanced at her adoptive father and gained a deeper understanding of his reasons for rejecting Wen Qing.

He doesn't need a vase.

I really can't understand how Li Yuanchao in the original book was bewitched.

Perhaps in the original book, Li Tian was obedient and well-behaved, without so many unexpected events, and everything was too peaceful.

After dinner, Li Yuanchao let Li Tian sleep in Zhao Peng's room for a while.

They found a quieter spot and had a proper chat.

Around 2 a.m., after Li Tian woke up, the father and son left the military camp.

Before leaving, Zhao Peng naturally did not forget the purpose of his visit and gave the prepared discarded bullet casings to Li Yuanchao.

Li Yuanchao also gave the satchel containing cigarettes and alcohol to Zhao Peng.

Because of Li Tian's vomiting, she couldn't bring out the gift in time.

"Tian Tian, ​​I'll drive slower. If you feel like throwing up, just say so."

Li Tian responded.

She couldn't control the vomiting; she wasn't usually carsick, but the road was just too bumpy.

The return trip took longer; they arrived at the train station around 4 p.m.

Li Tian ate an ice cream and drank a bottle of soda.

Honestly, the two-cent ice cream is very soft and quite delicious.

The five-cent popsicles were just solid ice, and supposedly the sweetness inside tasted like saccharin.

Li Tian didn't know what saccharin was; the name sounded like a chemical compound.

Li Siwen's train was not delayed.

Just after five o'clock, Li Tian and his father heard the announcement over the loudspeaker about picking them up at the station.

They found a conspicuous spot and waited for Li Siwen to come out.

"Dad, is that Auntie?"

Sitting on Li Yuanchao's shoulders, Li Tian immediately recognized Li Siwen from her mind.

College students in their early twenties are in the prime of their youth, and even though they are tired from the journey, they still look energetic.

"Yes, I saw it too."

Li Yuanchao took another step forward, supporting Li Tian with one hand and waving his other hand.

"Brother, Tian Tian..."

Li Siwen quickly spotted Li Tian and the other person and jogged over.

Li Yuanchao glanced at the pedestrians carrying large and small bags, then at Li Siwen who was empty-handed, and asked, "Where's your luggage? You came back empty-handed?"

Li Siwen then turned around to greet a male classmate behind her.

With a shy smile, she introduced, "Brother, this is our class monitor, Zhang Qizhe."

"Qizhe, this is my brother Li Yuanchao, and my niece Li Tian."

Li Yuanchao could only use his right hand to shake hands with the man opposite him.

His eyes were full of scrutiny.

The relationship between these two is definitely not as simple as just being classmates.

Li Tian, ​​who was "high and mighty," also took notice of this top-tier "phoenix man" (a man from a humble background who achieves success through hardship).

What kind of heart does someone have to be able to deceive Li Siwen for a lifetime!

To rise to the position of a high-ranking official under the Li family's influence—that must have been incredibly capable!

Li Tian felt powerless to confront such an elite head-on, and never even considered defeating him.

It's not easy to arrange a marriage, but it's much easier to ruin it.

Seeing that Li Yuanchao didn't seem inclined to speak, Li Siwen shook his arm. "Brother, please take Qizhe back to school first."

Li Yuanchao didn't want to offend Li Siwen, but he didn't readily agree either.

So they're already rushing to help outsiders?

Li Tian didn't know what Li Yuanchao was thinking, but his lack of initiative indicated that he wasn't very willing.

So, Li Tian told a little lie.

"Auntie, Dad came by bicycle. If he takes the two of us, he won't be able to take this uncle."

Li Siwen asked incredulously, "You ride a bicycle?"

After a moment's hesitation, Li Yuanchao consciously sided with his daughter.

"It's not good to always drive government vehicles."

Li Siwen scratched her head and took the luggage from Zhang Qizhe's hands. "Qizhe, I'm sorry, I can't see you off today."

"It shouldn't have been necessary to trouble you to make the trip, brother. It would have been much more convenient to take the bus."

Zhang Qizhe comforted Li Siwen and then nodded to Li Yuanchao.

"Siwen, I'll be going now. See you at school."

Li Siwen smiled and said, "Okay, take it easy."

Zhang Qizhe nodded to Li Yuanchao, his face always bearing a humble yet confident smile.

"Auntie, is this your boyfriend?"

Li Siwen blushed slightly and reached out to pinch Li Tian's cheek.

"What do you know, you little kid?"

Li Yuanchao put Li Tian down and let Li Siwen hold her hand, while he took the luggage.

"Did Tian Tian say something wrong?"

"Brother... you already know, why are you asking!" Li Siwen's face turned even redder.