Yan Kai started pursuing Qian Xiaoshuang. When he got enthusiastic, it was crazy—he’d wait outside her workplace every day to pick her up after work and occasionally give her so tasty treats the unit provided.
Of course, Qian Xiaoshuang didn’t want them, but no matter how cold she was, he always wore a smile and followed her, maintaining a respectful distance.
Yan Kai was naturally witty and eloquent. Initially, Qian Xiaoshuang ignored him, but over ti, she’d occasionally exchange a few words. Overall, she still treated him coldly, feeling awkward, as she’d never noticed his penchant for being cheeky at work before.
On this day, their unit was holding a summary and comndation eting about flood relief work, and Qian Xiaoshuang went along to do an interview.
Yan Kai and Gu Junming both received comndations for their achievents. Their unit earned a third-class rit, and Gu Junming individually received a second-class rit for rescuing people.
Liao Dongyuan, who was responsible for logistics support, was collectively awarded a second-class rit for transferring grain from a large warehouse with his n under life-threatening conditions. Yang Zhen was very excited. Though she couldn’t go, she sent two boxes of fruit for everyone to share.
The soldiers in the audience cheered and applauded when they saw those on stage receiving awards and were very happy.
Qian Xiaoshuang saw Yan Kai on stage in his military uniform, saluting solemnly and took a few photos sneakily. He did look quite handso.
With so many awarded, everyone was naturally happy.
Yet, only one person outwardly smiled but was inwardly seething with anger, feeling very upset. His fists clenched tightly.
This person was Liu Gang. He felt very wronged: Everyone battled on the front lines for days, and my hardships were no less. Why was I the only one without a reward?
Actually, the superior spoke to him yesterday, saying he was too eager for success, disregarded objective circumstances, leading to many soldiers getting injured. Though he worked hard, his rits and faults canceled out, and not punishing him was already considerate.
Liu Gang was full of resentnt! I persisted on the dam for over twenty hours, and it amounted to nothing! Was all my effort for nothing? In peaceti, it’s so hard to earn rits. If I don’t seize the opportunity now, can I go to a good unit in the future?
I don’t have a good background or family; all I hope for is to struggle for recognition, right?
Whether it’s Yan Kai or Gu Junming, they both co from families with backgrounds, making them stronger than , a person from the countryside. Heh, what they say sounds noble, but isn’t it just leveraging connections? No matter how much I contribute, it’s in vain! Who told my family status is lacking? Liu Gang felt increasingly unsettled, with nowhere to vent his fury.
But now things are like this; what can he do? He could only clap along.
After the comndation eting, a foreign spy movie was shown in the venue. It was very engaging, featuring the most advanced weapons and communication tools, allowing everyone to learn a lot. Everyone watched intently.
Ten minutes into the film, Yan Kai saw Qian Xiaoshuang heading out with her cara. With her gone, he couldn’t focus and quietly told Gu Junming, "I have sothing to do, I’m leaving first. If the leaders notice, cover for ."
"What are you up to? Weren’t you wanting to watch this all along?" Gu Junming frowned.
"I can rent the VHS at ho; don’t worry. I’m going to find Qian Xiaoshuang. I’m worried she’d be too lonely walking by herself; what if she’s scared?"
Gu Junming kicked him: "What’s there to be scared of in broad daylight?"
"Boss, please let ? You’ve got a wife, and I’m still single!" Yan Kai lanted.
"Alright, alright, just go. You’re annoying to watch!" Gu Junming waved his hand; this fellow had nothing on his mind except Qian Xiaoshuang these days. Yan Kai quickly thanked him and left with a smile.
When Qian Xiaoshuang went out, she checked her watch; it wasn’t too late. She planned to go to the market and then return to write her article. Habitually, she looked behind her; no one was there, so she pursed her lips. Didn’t he say he’d always treat well?
It’s only been a few days that I ignored him, and he doesn’t follow anymore. Does he think he’s soone special after earning rits?
After walking a few steps, she heard soone behind her say, "The cara is heavy; let carry it for you."
Yan Kai swiftly grabbed her cara.
Qian Xiaoshuang was startled: "How did you get here? I clearly didn’t see you!"
"Have you been always looking for ? Missing so much?" Yan Kai grinned.
Qian Xiaoshuang blushed and scoffed, "Because you always follow , I got used to it. Alright, I have work to do; don’t follow ." She reached out to grab her cara.
Yan Kai dodged and kept pace with her, "No way, I’m not letting you walk alone. I’ll escort you."
"No need, I’m not a kid!"
Yan Kai remained silent and continued following her. Qian Xiaoshuang was helpless; this guy was truly cheeky.
"You treat other girls the sa way?"
"Yeah, as soon as I see a girl, my legs freeze, wanting to cling to her every day."
Qian Xiaoshuang bit her lip without speaking, her eyes glinting coldly. Is this guy a flirt?
Yan Kai laughed: "Of course not; only you, because you’re different from other girls, you’re so spirited... no, so lively, hard to pursue. I’m worried you’d escape, and I wouldn’t know what to do. So I can only cling to you. You agree to marry , I won’t cling like this anymore. How about this?"
"So you an, put in a lot of effort while pursuing, but slack off once you catch ?"
"Exactly! Who keeps feeding the fish after catching it? By then, I’ll be particularly cold to you and see what you do."
Qian Xiaoshuang was speechless, glaring at Yan Kai fiercely. Then, they both couldn’t help but laugh.
"I’ll treat you well all my life, don’t worry," Yan Kai said, trying to grab her hand.
Qian Xiaoshuang moved aside, "My hands are too rough now. Let’s wait for a few days."
This was true. During flood relief, her hands got calloused from handling sandbags, and they hadn’t healed yet.
Yan Kai didn’t mind, holding her small hand tightly. Sure enough, there was a thin layer of callus, but he couldn’t care less, feeling it was the true style of army children.
Qian Xiaoshuang glanced at Yan Kai’s profile, handso and upright, resembling the dream lover she’d envisioned since childhood. Is this how it feels when dreams co true? Her face suddenly flushed.
"Why look at like that? Think I’m ugly? It’s a pity your hand’s in mine now; it’s too late to regret." Yan Kai chuckled.
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