Reborn as an Armed Police Officer: I Became an All-Round Soldier King Through Duty

Zhou Heng walked home with his back straight, attracting a growing crowd of onlookers.

The gate to the house was open.

The entrance was swept clean.

New red paper was pasted on the wall.

The courtyard was full of people.

relative,

Neighbor,

Village cadres,

There were also some relatives whose names Zhou Heng had forgotten.

His parents stood at the gate of the courtyard.

The mother's face was full of joy, but her eyes were red.

My father stood very straight.

Both hands were a little stiff.

Zhou Heng paused for a moment, his mind filled with the phrase "Kang Yu," but he dared not call it out.

Zhao Zhengwu whispered a reminder:

"Hold on!"

Zhou Heng took a deep breath.

Keep going.

Walk up to your parents,

He stood at attention.

salute.

"dad."

"mom."

"I'm back."

"It's good that you're back!"

His mother wanted to hug him, but then she saw that he was wearing regular clothes and medals.

For a moment, I was hesitant to touch it.

Zhou Heng took a step forward and gently hugged his mother.

"I'm fine!"

The father stood beside him, his eyes also reddening.

"Don't cry, there are still so many people here!"

Zhao Zhengwu watched this scene without saying anything.

Minister Wang and Director Liu did not urge them.

At that moment, firecrackers went off, and staff members came forward to remind everyone that the process was about to begin.

A table was set up at the entrance of the courtyard, and the plaque was solemnly placed on the table.

The sounds of gongs, drums, and firecrackers gradually subsided.

Minister Wang walked to the front.

The voice was loud and clear.

"Today, we are holding a ceremony here to deliver the commendation certificate for Comrade Zhou Heng's meritorious service!"

"This is an honor for Comrade Zhou Heng personally!"

"It's also an honor for their family!"

"It is also an honor for our Baihe Town and our Yun County!"

Applause erupted immediately.

Very enthusiastic.

Zhou Heng stood beside his parents; his mother kept wiping away tears.

My father kept clapping; his hands never stopped.

Subsequently,

Staff members read out the commendation for meritorious service.

"Comrade Zhou Heng..."

"During my time in the military..."

"implement....."

"Outstanding performance..."

"Awarded a second-class merit citation..."

After the good news was read out,

Minister Wang handed the good news to Zhou Heng's parents with both hands.

Congratulations!

"You've raised a fine son!"

The mother accepted the good news with both hands.

His voice was trembling.

"Thanks."

"Thank you, troops."

"Thank you, government."

The father also solemnly accepted it.

"Thank you for the training I received from the military!"

Immediately afterwards, the county leaders handed the award plaque to Zhou Heng's parents.

"This is a commendation for Comrade Zhou Heng!"

Congratulations!

Both of them seemed a little awkward in front of the camera, but in the end, the father accepted the medal.

The onlookers below stared wide-eyed when they saw the amount.

Twenty thousand?

The county is really generous this time!

"That's really impressive!"

"I'm sending my son to join the army next March too!"

at last,

It was time to hang up the plaque.

The staff carried the plaque inside.

I originally intended to hang it outside the door.

But after thinking about it, Mr. Zhou still felt that it couldn't be hung outside, so after some discussion, they decided to hang it in the living room.

After it was hung up, applause rang out again.

The sound of gongs and drums followed.

"Dong qiang dong qiang~"

"Dong qiang dong qiang~"

At this moment, the mother finally couldn't hold back any longer and took Zhou Heng's hand, saying:

"Come."

"Take a picture with the plaque."

"Stand between me and your dad."

"good!"

"Look this way!"

"Smile!"

A photograph freezes a moment.

In the photo,

Zhou Heng was wearing civilian clothes, with a second-class merit medal hanging on his chest.

Both parents stood ramrod straight.

behind,

The golden plaque gleamed.

The interview began with a reporter from the local media holding a microphone.

"Comrade Zhou Heng, you've been awarded a second-class merit and returned home in glory. How are you feeling now?"

Zhou Heng glanced at Zhao Zhengwu.

"I'm very excited and grateful."

"Thank you for the organization's training, the military's education, and my family's continued support."

"This honor belongs not only to me personally, but also to my family and my unit."

"I will continue to work hard and live up to this honor!"

Zhao Zhengwu and Yao exchanged a glance and nodded in satisfaction.

It's settled.

That's all you need to say!

They also interviewed Zhao Zhengwu, who naturally handled the interview with ease.

Zhou Heng's face turned red from all the praise.

After the ceremony, everyone took a group photo together.

First, the leaders took a group photo with Zhou Heng's family.

Then, a group photo of the village officials.

Eventually, even relatives and neighbors came over.

"Zhou Heng, take a picture with your third uncle!"

"Xiao Heng, look this way!"

"Wow, this child is so energetic now!"

Do you remember me?

"I used to hold you when you were little!"

"Xiao Zhou, when are you going back to work? Aunt Wang has something to tell you!"

Zhou Heng was stunned by the question and could only manage an awkward laugh.

Damn it!

Why weren't my relatives this enthusiastic before?

Officer Yao was still whispering a reminder:

"Mind your image!"

Zhou Heng could only continue to smile.

As noon approached, Mother busied herself preparing for the meal.

But Zhao Zhengwu and Minister Wang both smiled and declined.

In the countryside,

People like to drink during happy occasions.

But they can't drink it!

Before leaving,

Zhao Zhengwu then called Zhou Heng aside.

"You can arrange your own afternoon and evening."

"Just stay at home."

"Don't run around."

"Don't drink alcohol."

"Don't accept things randomly."

"Call me if you need anything."

Zhou Heng immediately replied:

"Yes."

Zhao Zhengwu then looked at the plaque in the living room.

Spend some quality time with your parents.

"We'll pick you up at seven tomorrow morning."

Zhou Heng bowed respectfully.

"clear."

Zhao Zhengwu returned the greeting.

"Go."

"yes!"

During lunch, all sorts of strange things started happening.

Some people asked Zhou Heng to bring their relatives' children into the army.

Some people asked him to help look after them.

Some people asked all sorts of questions.

Zhou Heng just kept eating his food, ignoring them completely.

Some relatives felt somewhat embarrassed that Zhou Heng didn't say anything.

Some people even said directly:

"Doing meritorious service makes a difference, right?"

Zhou Heng didn't indulge him.

"It is indeed different, why?"

"Any objections?"

The man's face stiffened.

Then Zhou Heng stood up and glanced at these so-called relatives.

I joined the army in March of this year.

"I don't remember having this many relatives visiting during Chinese New Year, right?"

"And I remember that not many relatives came to see me off when I went!"

As soon as this word comes out,

The once lively banquet suddenly fell silent.

Zhou's father tugged at his clothes, signaling him to stop talking.

But Zhou Heng was determined to make things clear.

"Now that I've returned with merit, don't ask me for any help."

"I don't have that ability."

"I don't have the ability to take care of anything."

"As for borrowing money or anything like that, just say one sentence."

"No!"

"Don't let things get to the point where you can't even be relatives anymore!"

After speaking, Zhou Heng left his seat and went upstairs.

As soon as Zhou Heng left,

The courtyard was completely quiet.

Those who were just holding wine glasses, ready to say a few words, are now all frozen in place.