Translator: ryuxenji Editor: H2dH2mr Although 137 had completed the mission his captain had given him, he still felt uneasy. Thus, after leaving the virtual network, he immediately reported to the captain the strange situation he had detected in the Central Scout Academy's system.
When the captain heard 137's report, his expression immediately turned serious. Could it be that it was as the general had guessed, that the culprit behind Major General Ling Xiao's assassination was starting to make a move?
He signalled for 137 to end the matter here, to strictly adhere to the principle of confidentiality, and then told him to go back and rest. Meanwhile, he turned on his communicator and pressed a number he would not normally contact.
Not long after, a middle-aged general appeared on the virtual screen, his expression solemn.
"Yo, Sir General, long time no see." The captain changed his cold demeanor in front of his soldiers, and began to act casual and casual.
"Oh, it's you, kid. Didn't you come back to rest? How come you have time to contact me? "The familiar greeting caused the general's expression to soften instantly.
"Didn't the military send us to the Central Scout Academy to be in charge of the assessment?" The captain complained to the military naturally.
The general's expression stiffened, but he quickly replied, "Being with the child is also a form of mediation."
The captain smiled. "True!"
The matter ended there — the general's words indirectly indicated that their mission this time was related to him.
"What do you want, kid?" The general knew that this son of his old friend whom he had watched grow up was a person who would never visit a temple for no reason. He would not contact him for no reason, and would usually run away faster than a mouse.
Hearing this, the captain's expression turned serious, and he reported the incident with Ling Lan and the strange situation 137 had detected on the virtual network to the general. Since their appearance at the Scout Academy was the general's doing, then it was very likely that it was related to the matter of Ling Xiao's son.
"I understand," said the general calmly. The general's expression was calm as he said, "Leave the rest to the others. Don't interfere in this matter."
The captain replied in a low voice, "Understood!" Then he asked, "Is Major General Ling Xiao's son in any danger?" From the general's words, he understood the general's intentions.
The general did not answer, only saying, "Enjoy your vacation. Don't worry about anything else." With that, the communication between the two was cut off.
The captain looked at the dark virtual screen and his expression darkened. The general's words had already told him the answer. The general himself was not completely sure that there would be no mistakes in this arrangement.
The captain knew very well that some sacrifices were necessary for the future of the Federation. The enemy spy hiding in the upper echelons of the Federation's military headquarters must be dug out. Otherwise, there might be another Ling Xiao incident, and the Federation could not afford to lose another god-class operator.
He was somewhat unwilling. His idol, Major General Ling Xiao, had already sacrificed himself for the Federation. Was he going to sacrifice his child as well? He stood there in a daze for a long time, and also thought for a long time. Finally, he decided to be true to his heart for once.
He dialed a number and said, "413, I'm sorry to inform you that your leave has been canceled." Having made a decision, the captain swept away his gloomy mood and joked with 413.
On the other end of the communicator came the image of 413's tragic wails. Unfortunately, the captain's heart was as hard as steel. He ignored 413's pleas and continued to order, "Please receive new mission instructions."
Hearing this, 413's initially pitiful face immediately turned serious. He stood at attention and said, "Number 413, heed my orders!"
"From now on, for one month, you and your team will secretly protect Ling Lan of the Central Scout Academy." The captain hoped that his arrangements would be able to protect Major General Ling Xiao's child, doing his part for his idol.
"Ling Lan? Who's that? "413 was confused. He had not expected that right after finishing the Central Scout Academy's entrance exams, before he had even celebrated getting rid of his temporary babysitter status, he would become a full-time babysitter in the blink of an eye. Still, at least he was not the only one suffering. He still had five subordinates following him, which made him feel a little better.
"It's the 0723 you've set your sights on," said the captain calmly.
413's expression instantly turned serious. "Could it be that the enemy nation has noticed him? Is he in danger? " 413 knew that there were many spies from the enemy nation within the Federation. Many excellent seedlings were often destroyed by the enemy nation's spies before they could germinate and grow.
"Perhaps!" The captain did not say for sure. After all, everything was just his guess.
"Understood, Captain. I will lead the team to protect him. Don't worry," said 413 decisively. Number 413 said decisively. He might have some complaints about protecting other children, but he didn't have any complaints about 0723.
It should be known that as long as Ling Lan did not go astray, the chances of him becoming an ace operator in the future were 100%. He might even become an imperial operator. Ever since Major General Ling Xiao's sacrifice, the Federation was already struggling to find top-class operators. As long as there was an excellent seedling with the potential to become an ace operator, the Federation would place great importance on it.
"Wait a moment. I'll have Number 137 send Ling Lan's information to your communicator. Remember, this is a secret mission. Don't let anyone discover your whereabouts," reminded the captain.
"Yes, sir!"
One day later, the admission notice for the special classes of the Central Scout Academy was officially delivered to the Ling family's public communicator. This caused the long-silent Ling family to erupt into jubilation.
Seeing the information on the notice, Lan Luofeng's mood was exceptionally good. Although she did not mind Ling Lan becoming a spoiled brat, parents would always be proud of their children's achievements. Lan Luofeng felt the same way. Of course, most importantly, Ling Lan's admission into Special Class-A meant that she could choose her classes freely without having to live on campus. This reduced the chances of her gender being discovered. This made Lan Luofeng the happiest.
In a great mood, Lan Luofeng decided to celebrate properly. Thus, she had Chamberlain Ling Qin prepare good food and wine, and let the entire Ling family have a good time. This was the first time the whole family had celebrated since the death of the head of the Ling Xiao family. The lively scene almost brought tears to Chamberlain Ling Qin's cheeks.
This was the first time Ling Lan had seen all the servants and staff of the Ling family on the surface. Of course, there was also a group of Ling family guards who were not present. Seeing their excited expressions, Ling Lan felt pressured for the first time. It turned out that she did not live solely for herself — on her shoulders lay the hopes of these people who depended on the Ling family.
This did not include those loyalists who belonged to the Ling family. Without the Ling family, the loyalists would have no reason to exist.
For the first time, Ling Lan truly understood her identity and the responsibilities she shouldered. Although she was already over 30 years old in both her lives, and was a mature adult, she was still an ordinary citizen after all. In the past, she had only been responsible for herself. But now, all of a sudden, the lives and hopes of so many people were resting on her shoulders. She was at a loss.
The initially calm Ling Lan finally could not hold it in any longer. She reflexively grabbed a glass of red wine and downed it, and then passed out miserably drunk.
Mind you, in her past life, she had been forbidden from drinking any drinks or alcohol that would affect her body due to her health. In this life, because of her age, she had also been forbidden from drinking. Thus, neither her consciousness nor her small body could withstand the assault of this small amount of alcohol, and she passed out completely.
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