Open the car door.

Zhao Zhengwu, the brigade's chief of staff, was also sitting in the back row.

Zhou Heng was stunned for a moment.

"chief of staff?"

Zhao Zhengwu smiled.

"The detachment commander and political commissar went to the headquarters, so I'll go back with you."

"What are you still standing there for?"

"Get in the car quickly!"

"yes!"

The vehicle starts.

Zhao Zhengwu looked at Zhou Heng.

"We're going to cross provinces. The detachment booked the 3 o'clock high-speed train. When you arrive at the high-speed train station, you must pay attention to your appearance."

"Wait a moment, when you put on the sash, remember to show off your Second-Class Merit Medal."

"what?"

"Isn't this a bit early?"

"What are you afraid of?"

Zhao Zhengwu said with a smile:

"You've made a great contribution and are returning home in glory!"

"It's meant to be shown to others."

"Why are you hiding it?"

"Just do as I say!"

"yes!"

After getting off the train, Zhao Zhengwu led him straight into the high-speed rail station. The group was dressed in casual clothes, which was very eye-catching.

Especially Zhou Heng.

He was dressed in a crisp uniform, his second-class merit medal was visible on his chest, and he had a sash hanging on his shoulder.

It read: "Returning Home in Glory After Receiving Awards for Merit"

Many people around immediately turned their gazes toward them.

Some people just glanced at it.

Some people also started taking pictures with their phones.

"Look, he's returning home after making a contribution!"

"What merit?"

"How should I know!"

"This young man is impressive."

Hearing these sounds, Zhou Heng silently straightened his back even more.

To be honest, he felt embarrassed being stared at by everyone in the high-speed rail station.

Zhao Zhengwu walked beside him, glanced at him, and asked with a smile:

Are you nervous?

Zhou Heng answered honestly:

"A little."

"relax!"

Officer Yao reminded him from the side:

"Just follow us through security and into the station."

"Don't worry about people taking pictures, and don't cooperate with them."

The staff asked, "Just leave it to us."

"Just focus on maintaining your image!"

"clear!"

The group walked to the security checkpoint.

The staff were visibly taken aback when they saw their outfit.

Especially seeing the medals and sash on Zhou Heng's chest,

Their attitude immediately became much more serious.

"Hello, please go through security this way."

Zhao Zhengwu nodded.

"Hard."

Zhou Heng nodded in acknowledgment.

Just then, Zhou Heng heard a child shout:

"Mom, look! That uncle is wearing the same thing as Dad!"

Zhou Heng paused.

He instinctively looked in the direction from which the sound came.

A four- or five-year-old boy was pointing at the medals on his body.

The woman next to her was stunned for a moment, then quickly pressed the child's hand down.

"Don't point randomly."

"Uncle is busy."

The little boy looked a bit aggrieved.

"But Dad has one too."

Zhao Zhengwu stopped in his tracks.

The woman nodded at them somewhat shyly.

"I'm sorry, the child doesn't know any better."

Zhao Zhengwu smiled and looked at the little boy.

"Little friend, is your father also a soldier?"

The little boy nodded immediately.

"yes!"

"My dad is amazing!"

The woman's expression changed slightly.

She said softly:

"His father used to be in the military too."

"I was discharged from the military a few years ago."

"The medal has always been hanging at home."

Zhou Heng smiled.

"Little one, your dad is amazing!"

The little boy immediately straightened his chest.

"My dad said soldiers are all awesome!"

"Uncle, you're amazing too!"

Upon hearing this,

Many people around laughed.

Zhao Zhengwu nodded with a smile.

"Your father is right."

The woman looked at the medal on Zhou Heng's chest with a newfound respect in her eyes.

"congratulations."

"You've worked hard."

Although his lips twitched, Zhou Heng immediately stood up straight.

"It's not hard work."

"Serve the people!"

Zhao Zhengwu nodded in satisfaction, and the onlookers around him also nodded in agreement.

After passing through security,

The group continued walking towards the waiting hall.

The little boy was still watching him from behind, and even stood on tiptoe to wave.

Finally, Zhou Heng turned back and nodded at him.

The child was even happier now.

Upon entering the waiting hall, Zhao Zhengwu asked with a smile:

"Aren't they different?"

Zhou Heng thought for a moment.

"Yes."

"This feeling... is very strange."

Zhou Heng glanced down at the medal.

"I used to think this was for me."

"Now it feels... like it's not just for me."

Zhao Zhengwu nodded.

"Of course."

"The medals were awarded to you by your superiors."

"But honor is never just for one person."

"When you wear it in front of the public, people see the image of the military, the appearance of soldiers."

"Just like the child from earlier."

"We will leave the military sooner or later, and the next generation will need to take over the responsibility of defending our country."

Officer Yao also said:

"That's why we publicly send out the good news and hang up plaques."

"It's not for showing off."

"It's to let society know that it's an honor for soldiers to receive awards and commendations for their meritorious service."

"It gives families a sense of honor and also makes more people respect soldiers."

Zhou Heng nodded.

This is a seed that will inspire more ambitious young people to join the army and dedicate themselves to serving their country.

After sitting down,

Zhou Heng sat very upright.

Keep your back straight.

Legs together,

His hands were placed neatly on his knees.

Officer Yao glanced at him and couldn't help but laugh:

"You don't need to be so nervous, you can relax here."

Zhou Heng felt somewhat embarrassed.

"I'm used to it."

"It's okay, don't be so stiff."

Not long after,

An old man walked over and looked at the medal on Zhou Heng's chest, then at the sash.

"Young man, are you going home after making a contribution?"

Zhou Heng was about to answer,

Officer Yao had already stood up.

"Yes, he returned home after making a meritorious contribution."

The old man gave a thumbs up.

"good!"

"Well done!"

"I served in the army when I was young."

"Although I haven't earned any merit, I'm happy to see that you young soldiers are promising."

Zhou Heng immediately saluted.

"Hello, old squad leader!"

The old man waved his hand.

"Sit down, sit down."

"Don't be so polite, so many years have passed."

"By the way, what kind of skill do you have?"

Zhou Heng glanced at Zhao Zhengwu, who nodded slightly.

Zhou Hengcai replied:

"Second-class merit".

The old man's eyes widened in surprise.

"Second-class merit?"

"That would be terrible!"

Several people nearby also heard it.

"Second-class merit?"

"So young!"

"Wow, that's amazing!"

Zhou Heng's face immediately turned red.

Zhao Zhengwu also smiled and helped him out of the predicament.

"It really wasn't easy."

The old man nodded.

"Young man, keep up the good work!"

"yes!"

The old man smiled even more broadly upon hearing the "yes".

"That's the spirit of someone who came from the military!"

Before ticket inspection,

The high-speed rail station staff came over again.

"Hello, ticket checking will begin shortly."

"We can guide you through the priority lane."

Zhao Zhengwu nodded and said:

"Thank you for your help."

The staff member quickly waved his hand.

"It's no trouble at all."

"Of course."

Then she looked at Zhou Heng.

"congratulations!"

Zhou Heng stood up.

"Thanks!"

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