The Rise of a Special Forces Soldier Abandoned by a Wealthy Family

The convoy drove into the upscale villa district called "Yunding Fengdan" under the cover of night.

The military license plate immediately commanded the respect of the security guard at the checkpoint, who quickly let the vehicle pass!

However, Lin Xiaoya still dutifully presented a brand-new homeowner card for registration, indicating that she was a newly moved-in resident.

Under her guidance, Zeng Long drove a military jeep, followed by a large truck loaded with Anna's "belongings," and slowly stopped in front of the detached villa at No. 16-8.

Zeng Long got out of the car, his gaze sweeping over the three-and-a-half-story detached villa in front of him like that of a hawk.

Spanning approximately 350 square meters, the property boasts a modern and sophisticated design, complete with its own parking lot, swimming pool, meticulously maintained garden, and independent fitness area.

These superficial luxuries didn't attract much of his attention. What truly made his eyes narrow were the miniature cameras hidden in the greenery and corners of walls, at tricky angles and covering every no blind spot!

And weak signals from some inconspicuous infrared triggering devices.

The security system of the entire villa is far more professional and rigorous than that of ordinary luxury homes, and is more like a meticulously designed security fortress.

From the familiar layout style, Zeng Long could tell at a glance that it was Lin Xiaoya's work.

He glanced at Xiaoya beside him, who seemed completely unconcerned, but remained silent, keeping his insight to himself as he strode forward.

Xiaoya walked quickly to the heavy, high-end single-leaf copper door with classical carvings. The intelligent facial recognition system on the door emitted a soft "beep" sound, the green light turned on, and the door lock popped open.

She stepped aside, making an exaggerated "please" gesture, a hint of nervousness and anticipation on her face: "Boss! Please come in!"

Zeng Long stepped inside.

The villa's interior is decorated in a minimalist luxury style, with clean lines and exquisite materials. But that's not the main point.

With Zeng Long's keen senses honed through countless trials, he immediately realized that the house was not only brand new, but had also undergone an extremely thorough deep cleaning!

The indoor air is fresh, with a faint, elegant scent of plant essential oils, completely free of the chemical odors often found in newly renovated or furnished homes.

His gaze immediately fell on the custom-made shoe cabinets on both sides of the entrance hall.

The shoe cabinet has five shelves, each neatly arranged with brand-new slippers, leather shoes, casual shoes, sneakers, etc.

The selection was complete, and each pair of shoes had a tag clearly displaying the names of all four individuals.

Zeng Long, Ye Feng, Tie Zhu, Lin Xiaoya.

Zeng Long was filled with doubt. He walked to the floor marked with his name, picked up a pair of soft-soled slippers that looked to be the right size, and put them on.

Size, width, and comfort – a perfect fit!

His gaze sharpened instantly as he turned to Lin Xiaoya once more.

This is definitely not a detail that a careless, internet-savvy, and mischievous little girl would consider!

Zeng Long did not question him on the spot. He remained silent, like an alpha wolf surveying its new territory, and walked towards the open kitchen.

A tempting aroma of food wafts through the air.

He opened the large, built-in warming cabinet, inside which were arranged in layers several steaming, delicious-looking, and fragrant homemade late-night snacks—

Crystal shrimp dumplings, mushroom and chicken stir-fry, clear stewed beef brisket, braised pork trotters, and a sticky note next to them.

The handwriting on the note was neat and tidy, carrying a gentle and refined air:

Moving was hard work, so I have some late-night snacks in the warmer; I can eat them whenever I get hungry. There's also milk and fruit in the fridge.

Zeng Long then gently opened the double-door refrigerator next to him, which was filled with various high-end ingredients, imported fruits and rows of fresh pasteurized milk.

At this point, Zeng Long could no longer hold back.

He turned around, his gaze sharp and intense, fixed on Lin Xiaoya, whose eyes were slightly darting around. His voice carried an undeniable air of inquiry:

"Xiaoya, did you do all of this by yourself?"

Lin Xiaoya's heart skipped a beat, and a hint of panic flashed across her face. But she reacted quickly, secretly and forcefully poking the sturdy lower back of the iron pillar next to her with her fingers hidden behind her back.

"Huh? Oh! Right, right, right!" Tie Zhu was jolted awake by the poke, immediately realizing what was happening. He touched his spiky buzz cut, a silly, almost exaggerated smile spreading across his face, and chimed in in a deep voice:

"Boss, this...this must be Auntie! Yes, it was the cook who came over in advance to arrange this! Xiaoya was just responsible for making the contact! Hehe...hehe...Auntie is so reliable, she thought of everything!"

His laughter was dry and strained, clearly betraying his guilt.

Just then, as if to divert attention, Ye Feng walked straight to the warming cabinet, unceremoniously grabbed a large, stewed, tender, and bright red pig's trotter, and took a big bite without any regard for his image.

Tie Zhu's eyes widened instantly, as if he had seen a priceless treasure, and he cheered:

"My favorite!" Its massive body unleashed a speed disproportionate to its size, rushing forward to grab one, tearing at it with both hands, muttering indistinct praises:

"Mmm! It smells delicious! It's so good! It smells amazing!"

"Hey! You two, leave some for me!" Lin Xiaoya shouted, joining the fray.

Looking at the trio in front of him, who were fighting over food like hungry wolves and had no regard for their image, Zeng Long's lips twitched uncontrollably a few times.

Anna was amused by this heartwarming scene and covered her mouth to chuckle, her azure eyes curving into crescents.

This sudden interruption temporarily suppressed Zeng Long's desire to pursue the matter.

He shook his head helplessly and said gently to Anna, "Anna, ignore them. Go and choose a room first."

Anna toured the place with great interest and quickly chose a large bedroom on the second floor with excellent natural light, a private balcony, and a spacious bathroom.

When Tie Zhu and his two companions returned to the living room, each clutching a half-eaten pig's trotter, satisfied yet slightly disheveled, Zeng Long gave the order:

"Alright, stop focusing on eating. Go choose your rooms, and then carry your luggage upstairs."

After Zeng Long finished speaking, he strolled up to the second floor, intending to choose a room. However, as he looked down the corridor, he suddenly stopped in his tracks.

On the door of one of the rooms, there was a beautifully printed label that clearly read – Zeng Long.

His brows furrowed immediately as he gently pushed open the bedroom door.

The room is spacious and bright with an excellent view.

The blankets on the large bed in the center were neatly folded. The room was fully equipped with all the necessities for daily life.

He walked into the en-suite bathroom, where brand-new toothpaste, toothbrushes, towels, bath towels, and even a razor were neatly arranged on the sink.

He opened the walk-in closet against the wall, and the sight inside made his eyes narrow—

It's overflowing with new clothes. From impeccably pressed top-brand suits, casual wear, and business jackets, to comfortable sportswear, soft pajamas, and loungewear...

They were neatly categorized and hung up. He casually picked up a dark gray business trench coat, held it up against himself, and then put it on.

Shoulder width, sleeve length, hem... all dimensions fit perfectly.

A strong sense of unease and doubt once again enveloped Zeng Long's mind.

He stood in the center of the dressing room, his eyes sharp as knives, various possibilities flashing through his mind.

"Brother Long! Have you chosen a room yet? Which room are you in?" Anna's clear voice came from outside the door, interrupting his thoughts.

Zeng Long shook his head, temporarily suppressing his doubts, and walked to the door of the room.

Anna happened to peek out from the room opposite, and when she saw Zeng Long walk out of the room with his name on it, her face immediately lit up with a delighted smile:

"Brother Long! So you live right across from me! That's great!"

Like a bouncy little deer, she hopped over in a few steps, peering curiously into Zeng Long's room:

"May I show you around your room?"

After a flurry of activity, everyone's luggage was finally settled.

To accommodate Anna's enormous amount of luggage, a room next to hers had to be converted into her "personal luggage room".

Exhausted, the group slumped down in the first-floor restaurant, enjoying the still-warm late-night snack that the aunt had prepared in advance.

Zeng Long slowly ate the stewed beef brisket in his bowl. The taste was indeed good, the cooking time was just right, and the soup was rich and flavorful.

Although it couldn't compare to the exquisite culinary skills of the chefs at Yue Ting Yuan State Banquet, these home-style dishes, with their "home" flavor, gave him a long-lost, strange warmth and peace.

Zeng Long raised his head and slowly swept his gaze over Tie Zhu and Ye Feng, who were working hard and dared not meet his eyes!

Then I glanced at Lin Xiaoya, whose eyes were darting around and who was pretending to be focused on enjoying her food!

Finally, the light fell on Anna's face, who was smiling and watching them from the opposite side, completely unaware of what was happening.

Zeng Long's doubts grew stronger. From the perfectly fitting slippers to the precisely sized clothes, from the thorough cleaning to the neatly written note...

Behind all of this, there seems to be an invisible hand meticulously arranging everything.