The aloof military doctor arrives at the unit, and the tough guy can't sit still.

Lu Zhenghan clenched one hand into a fist, then relaxed it after a moment. The anger of being unwilling to be arranged for him accumulated in his chest, making his heart feel suffocated.

However, when faced with her grandfather's stern gaze, she still managed to suppress all her sharpness and maintain the respectful demeanor befitting a junior leader.

"Grandpa, even if the leave is approved, I absolutely will not go back."

Lu Chuan: "That's not up to you. I'll tie you up and take you back."

"This is my application for a job transfer; I plan to go to Suzhou."

After pausing for a moment, Lu Zhenghan took out the notebook he had just been writing in, and Jin Yingyue immediately picked it up and started reading.

It really is true. After reading it, I felt completely confused and asked in a low voice.

"Zhenghan, do you know what kind of place that is?"

Lu Zhenghan: "I know. It's located in a border region, and the conditions are very harsh. I'm willing to spend my whole life guarding that place for the country."

Jin Yingyue never expected that Lu Zhenghan could be so resolute, preferring to stay in that arid and barren place for the rest of his life rather than marry Nie Ru.

She swayed violently and managed to sit on the edge of the bed by holding onto the edge of the table.

Lu Chuan's body stiffened for a moment as well. He strode into Lu Zhenghan's bedroom and pointed at him.

"Ignorant fool. The border doesn't need another soldier like you, but it desperately needs someone like you to develop radio communication technology."

"Grandpa, I'm sorry, please grant my request." Lu Zhenghan lowered his head to Lu Chuan, saying nothing more, but his attitude was very clear.

Lu Chuan knew his grandson's personality all too well; even if he were really taken back to Beijing, he would absolutely not obey.

He slowly lowered his tense arms, his eyes filled with helplessness at the inability to resolve the current situation.

...

Xia Qiuran's official incorporation into the 45th Regiment was finally approved. She went to the logistics department to pick up her uniform as soon as possible. Before, she had been wearing old clothes left over from the army during training. The clothes were too big and the pants were too long, which was extremely uncomfortable.

Now that her own military uniform had finally been issued, she had to hurry up and change into it. However, after putting it on, she found that the trousers were still a bit long. Remembering that Aunt Chen had a sewing machine, she decided to take the trousers to borrow it. After all, this was her first new military uniform, and she had to cherish it. Her hand sewing was definitely not as good as the machine's.

Taking advantage of the weekend, when there were no classes at night school, Xia Qiuran went to Chen Xiu's house after finishing her day's work.

He was worried that Chen Xiu might cook for him at home, so he deliberately left before dinner time.

Even though she had already finished eating in the cafeteria, if she went there while others were eating, she wouldn't be able to enjoy her meal properly.

She walked to the door and knocked. Chen Xiulai opened the door and was clearly surprised when he saw Xia Qiuran.

"Xia, you're here too?"

"also"

Xia Qiuran noticed Chen Xiu's choice of words. Who else could have come besides her? But she didn't pay much attention to it, assuming that other neighbors had also come to visit.

"Auntie, I've been issued a new military uniform, but the trousers are a bit long. I'd like to borrow your sewing machine."

"Okay, then come in quickly." Chen Xiu immediately made way for Xia Qiuran to enter the house.

But as soon as she entered the house, she bumped into Lu Zhenghan, who was coming out of the study.

There were four freshly cooked dishes on the table next to them, indicating that the group was about to sit down and eat.

"Greetings, Commander." Xia Qiuran first gave a salute.

"Hmm," Lu Zhenghan responded indifferently.

They've already missed dinner time, so why is Commissar Zhou's family eating so late, and why is Lu Zhenghan here? It's obvious they have something to say.

"Auntie, I'll come again next time since you have guests," Xia Qiuran said immediately.

"It's nothing, just a simple meal. Xia, why don't you cook something to eat too?" Chen Xiu then said politely.

"No, no, I've already eaten at the cafeteria. I'll come another day, Auntie." Xia Qiuran said and started to leave.

"Xia is here. Why are you leaving? The sewing machine is right there. Feel free to use it."

Zhou Guangming also came over, and since he had already said that, Xia Qiuran felt embarrassed to insist on leaving.

"Yes, since you're already here, why leave? If you can't use the sewing machine properly, just wait a bit, and I'll help you."

Xia Qiuran was forced into a chair by Chen Xiu, and then Chen Xiu and Zhou Guangming went into the kitchen together.

Lu Zhenghan walked to the dining table and sat down, glancing at Xia Qiuran from time to time, but he didn't say a word.

To ease the awkwardness, Xia Qiuran picked up her military uniform and sat down next to the sewing machine.

Meanwhile, the two people in the kitchen kept a close eye on what was happening outside.

"Do you think Zheng Han told Xia Xia, which is why Xia Xia came over? They didn't separate at all, otherwise how could it be such a coincidence?" Chen Xiuxian guessed.

"No way, look at where they're sitting, there's practically a whole house between them, and they're not talking to each other at all. Does this look like a couple dating?" Zhou Guangming glanced outside, not quite believing it, and then added.

"I remember when we first started dating, you followed me everywhere I went. Even when there were other people around, you wouldn't let go of my hand. It's nothing like it is now."

"Go away, what year was that? Why bring it up again?" Chen Xiu's face changed after being exposed, and she immediately walked out.

"That's how it is, and you won't let people say it?" Zhou Guangming snorted, then followed him out.

"Xia, eat a little less, I made braised pork today."

With all the dishes served, Chen Xiu politely greeted Xia Qiuran again.

"I'm really not eating anymore, Auntie. I had a big meal at the cafeteria tonight," Xia Qiuran said while threading the sewing machine.

"Okay, then you go ahead and get busy."

Seeing Xia Qiuran say this, Chen Xiu didn't insist anymore, and sat down to eat with her.

Ever since Jin Yingyue learned that Lu Zhenghan was going to Suzhou, she has been so anxious that she couldn't sleep at night. Knowing that she would not listen to her advice, she asked Zhou Guangming and his wife to help persuade him.

"Zhenghan, I heard there's flooding again in the south. Will our regiment go to provide assistance this time?"

Picking up her rice bowl, Chen Xiu casually asked, as if chatting idly.

If you start a meal by saying things he doesn't want to hear, it might make him feel resentful and even less likely to speak. It's better to talk slowly and gradually.

"It's a bit far. This time, we should go to the 89th Regiment, which is closer to the south," Lu Zhenghan replied.

"Oh, the weather is really unpredictable. Some places are flooded and others are drought-stricken. If only there could be a balance."

Chen Xiu smiled, and seeing that Lu Zhenghan was no longer responding, she turned her attention to Xia Qiuran.

"Xia, I heard you have a boyfriend, is that true?"

Xia Qiuran paused, her hand holding the pants still, her heart skipping a beat. Why was he suddenly asking that? Had her affair with Lu Zhenghan been discovered?

Meanwhile, Lu Zhenghan buried his head and stuffed a large mouthful of rice into his mouth.

Xia Qiuran quickly realized that if she had been discovered, she would not have had this attitude. She must have heard some rumors before.

"Auntie, I was just making things up before. If I hadn't said that, people would have kept asking me about my boyfriend." So Ma replied, trying to sound calm.

"It's true that beautiful lesbians have this problem."

Chen Xiu nodded in agreement, then looked at Lu Zhenghan.

"Zheng Han, did you hear me?"