In the evening, Zheng Minglun met Qi Rui, who was leaning against the railing on the deck to enjoy the wind. Zheng Minglun also walked to Qi Rui's side.
He didn't notice the commander at all. Qi Rui was looking at the sunset and the red sun that was about to sink into the sea. He was thinking about the past. At this time, the sun was not dazzling, and there was no discomfort in looking at the huge red sun. The pure red seemed to have an inexplicable attraction, making people unable to move their eyes away.
When Qi Rui was in Nanjing, he had seen such a beautiful scenery when he was walking along the Yangtze River with Chu Xue. He could still clearly remember the fragrance on Chu Xue's body at that time. Because they were very close, Qi Rui could even feel the heat emitted from Chu Xue's body. Normally, the temperature of a human's skin rarely exceeded 35 degrees. But Qi Rui could even clearly remember the feeling of the heat radiating through their clothes to his skin. So bright, so warm.
When he left Chu Xue, Qi Rui said that he would become a colonel within a year. Although he didn't know how long the war would last, Qi Rui could be sure that after a year of separation, he should be able to become a senior colonel, and even have the opportunity to become a general. With a very positive consideration for his own future, Qi Rui couldn't help but wonder if Chu Xue would choose him if he was a general instead of a lieutenant colonel.
After having such a thought, Qi Rui couldn't help but feel ashamed. He firmly believed that Chu Xue was not a woman who would submit to others because of her status. But as soon as this thought appeared, Qi Rui couldn't help but have some doubts. In the end, whether to believe Chu Xue or his father Vézé, Qi Rui naturally chose the latter without hesitation. And his father Vézé confidently told Qi Rui, "You know I have a lot of power, I have a lot of influence. As your father, I am willing to help you. "
His father Vézé was never a person who talked big, but it didn't mean that he couldn't do it. Qi Rui suddenly felt a little regretful. Perhaps he should have frankly begged his father for help. If that was the case, when he returned to Xinxiang, he would be able to see Chu Xue's face and feel her warmth. Instead of standing alone at the bow of the ship and going back to the dormitory in Xinxiang all by himself …
"Hey! Qi Rui, I think your parents taught you well, "a voice suddenly rang in Qi Rui's ears, startling Qi Rui.
"Ah?" Turning his head, Qi Rui saw Commander Zheng Minglun standing beside him.
Zheng Minglun didn't care that Qi Rui didn't notice him at first. He continued, "Qi Rui, what do your parents do?"
"Uh … My mother is a university teacher. My father is … is a soldier, "Qi Rui quickly answered according to the answer he had prepared.
"Soldier? He worked in the political department? "Zheng Minglun wanted to get to the bottom of it.
"You also know that in their era, they also obeyed the organization's arrangements." Qi Rui found this preparation to be quite interesting.
Zheng Minglun saw that Qi Rui didn't have the slightest intention to boast about his family, so he had some idea. Putting this topic aside, Zheng Minglun asked, "Qi Rui, are you married?"
This kind of question fully reflected the flexible tactical style of the Liberation Army. Qi Rui was almost speechless. However, his preparation was still reflected. He answered, "My family has found a partner for me."
"Young people should get married early!" It was obvious that Zheng Minglun had his own views on this matter. "Everyone says that work is hard and they don't have time to get married. Back then, we still had to fight a war, but didn't we still get married! If we were as delicate as the kids now, we wouldn't have these kids! "
When Qi Rui heard this rather familiar sentence, he couldn't help but sigh in his heart. No matter how high Commander Zheng Minglun's military and ideological level was, in terms of social outlook, he was still a person from the old era. In that era, getting married meant living together. In this era, the standard of living was no longer a situation where a person couldn't live alone. Therefore, everyone looked forward to being with the person they liked. Although he didn't know how to be with the person he liked, Qi Rui self-deprecatingly found that he was actually a smart person, a person who couldn't be smarter than himself.
Fortunately, Commander Zheng knew how to control himself. After a few complaints, he saw that Qi Rui was as respectful as other young people of his age, but in his heart, he didn't think much of it. Commander Zheng changed the topic again. "Qi Rui, I want you to work in the Military Staff Department. What are your plans?"
"Military Staff Department?" Qi Rui was stunned. This position was completely beyond Qi Rui's imagination. In Qi Rui's mind, he was more looking forward to being on the frontline. The sense of accomplishment of personally commanding an irresistible force to destroy the enemy really made the young man's blood boil. After arriving at the Military Staff Department, he would have to deal with endless paperwork. The Division Political Commissar also had to deal with paperwork, but at least he could deal with paperwork on the frontline.
"I have too little experience now. Going to the Military Staff Department would be like giving orders blindly." Qi Rui found a reason that he thought was closer to the truth.
"You have little experience. Who do you think has more experience? The work of the Chief of Staff is very tedious, and young people don't like it. But even if they don't like it, someone has to do it. Everyone generally thinks that the Chief of Staff needs planning ability, but I think the Chief of Staff needs leadership ability. At this stage, the Chief of Staff has to undertake military training, which is a test of leadership ability. If you're not determined to oppose this appointment, just be the Deputy Chief of Staff and temporarily work as the acting Chief of Staff. "Zheng Minglun seemed to have made up his mind. He had no intention of letting Qi Rui refuse.
The Chief of Staff was a Deputy Corps cadre. The Deputy Chief of Staff was the same rank as the Division Political Commissar. But in the long run, it was a position with more opportunities. Qi Rui also thought of something else. If his military rank matched this position, he could be promoted to Senior Colonel. He was only one step away from becoming a General. This prospect made Qi Rui feel a little smug.
"Don't be cocky. Work hard." Zheng Minglun said as if he could read Qi Rui's mind. Without waiting for Qi Rui to reply, he turned around and left.
This personnel order didn't cause too much of a reaction. The young men in the motorized infantry unit all acknowledged Qi Rui's ability and performance. There was naturally a lot of envy and a little bit of jealousy. But it wasn't to the extent of objecting. Qi Rui's promotion made everyone see a bright future. The motorized infantry cadre all felt that they were valued. Unknowingly, the tiredness decreased and the enthusiasm for work came back. On the ship, everyone showed a lot of enthusiasm.
The unit returned to Xinxiang on the 9th of March. The official appointment was quickly announced. The original 24th Division and 23rd Division underwent personnel changes. The 24th Division was reorganized into the motorized army. The commander, Zheng Minglun, was originally the Deputy Chief of Staff, and Qi Rui became the Chief of Staff of the 3rd Division. Ma Xiaoming became the Division Commander of the 1st Division, Wu Sanjia became the Deputy Division Commander of the 2nd Division, and Qian Duoduo became the Chief of Staff of the 3rd Division. Most of the officers who were willing to serve in North America and passed the examination were arranged to enter the 24th Division. Only Li Yannian and a small number of soldiers were responsible for the training department, setting up the framework of the motorized infantry department of the Xinxiang Army College.
Qi Rui wasn't happy about his promotion. He was most happy that he actually received a letter from Chu Xue. This letter had been here for more than a month and had been in the mail room. It wasn't that someone wanted to trip up Qi Rui. The motorized infantry had a lot of responsibilities, and the letters from home were interrupted. The goal was to reduce the emotional impact of the letter on the comrades.
Worried about the gains and losses, Qi Rui was afraid that Chu Xue would write about her marriage in the letter. Looking at the familiar handwriting on the cover, Qi Rui was hesitant. After reading it for a long time, he finally opened the letter with the feeling that he had to resign himself to his fate. Chu Xue didn't mention herself. Instead, she asked about Qi Rui's current situation. After the news of the war between China and the UA was broadcasted in the newspaper and radio, Chu Xue wrote this letter to Qi Rui. After all, this was a war, and Qi Rui never bragged to Chu Xue about his participation in the war.
A smile appeared on Qi Rui's face. It was obvious that Chu Xue was worried about Qi Rui. Qi Rui was willing to talk to Chu Xue about many things, but he never mentioned the war. The war brought too many negative things to Qi Rui. When he was with Chu Xue, Qi Rui forgot about the war. He was also willing to forget about the war. All kinds of thoughts went through his mind. After a long time of contemplation, Qi Rui suddenly figured something out. He picked up the pen and began to write.
In early April, Chu Xue received a letter from Qi Rui. The chilly spring had long disappeared, and April in Jiangnan was warm and humid. In the cool evening breeze, the solemn and deep voice of the radio announcer came from outside the window. "… the latest news, the Liberation Army is fighting fiercely with the evil UA army in the Great Lakes area. Our soldiers are fighting bravely against the enemy and smashing the enemy's wave after wave of attacks … "
When she heard about the war, Chu Xue felt uneasy. She didn't expect a war to break out after Qi Rui went to North America. But when she thought about Qi Rui these days, she couldn't help but suspect that Qi Rui already knew that the war would break out. Chu Xue never thought that Qi Rui was a person who was afraid of death. People would always die in war. People like Qi Rui, who was eager to be promoted, were probably brave enough to kill the enemy on the front line. Every time she thought about this, Chu Xue always felt uneasy.
She opened the letter and saw the familiar handwriting of Qi Rui. "Chu Xue, I'm fine. I'm in a war, so I won't talk nonsense about safety. I want to tell you that I'm fine. I've recently become a colonel, and I'm not bragging to you. I suddenly feel very at ease when I write this letter. "
Seeing the words full of Qi Rui's style, Chu Xue couldn't help but smile bitterly. This person was like this. Even if he was full of fame, he never twisted his human nature because of it. Even if he was showing off, he wasn't the kind of bragging. If he had to say it, he was more like a child who hoped to use achievements to drive away the feeling of self-confidence.
"After the battle, when I feel relaxed, I often think of you. You are going to have a birthday soon, and I don't know the exact date when the letter reaches you. Here, I wish you a happy birthday. Recently, I've been thinking about it repeatedly, but I'm still sure that I love you. I'm a little different from before. In the past, I was happy to immerse myself in the warm feelings that loving you brought me. Now I feel that in addition to this love, I'm beginning to hope to live with you. Living together is exactly what I've never considered. "
Seeing this, Chu Xue closed her beautiful big eyes and sighed inaudibly. After a while, probably because the waves in her heart had calmed down, she continued to open her eyes and continue to read.
"Although it may be a little late to talk about this now, I still want to tell you what's in my heart. If you can respond to my expectations, then please tell me directly. If it's already too late, please keep in touch with me. If we never see each other, that's more painful and unacceptable than not being able to be together. I wish you all the best. "
After this somewhat formal farewell, Chu Xue saw that Qi Rui wrote another paragraph, "If you have already formed a family, please be sure not to mention it when you write. The person I care about is you. If you mention that person, I will feel very bad. "
Chu Xue couldn't help but laugh helplessly. This was the Qi Rui in front of Chu Xue, the very childish Qi Rui. And the child-like Qi Rui. The wind blew in from the window, blowing a corner of the red double happiness sticker in the room, but it didn't make any sound.
Qi Rui didn't know how Chu Xue would react after reading his letter. After this letter was written and sent, he put it all on the shelf and hid it deep in his heart. He devoted himself to the war with the United States.
When Chu Xue read the letter, it was about seven o 'clock in the evening in Nanjing, about a 12-hour time difference from the Great Lakes region in North America. There was already the smell of gunpowder in the early morning air. The armies of China and the UA had been fighting fiercely in the Great Lakes region for two days. The attack of the UA army was blocked in front of the battle line.
In the rumbling sound of artillery, Qi Rui, who only slept for four hours, and a group of staff officers were waiting for the final information. Li Shaokang strode into the room and took out a large stack of photos from his briefcase.
The staff officers quickly sorted the photos and pasted them on different blackboards. The aerial photos taken by Li Shaokang's air force over the past two days were arranged in six rows. Because the classification was accurate, the changes on the ground could be clearly seen after the photos were compared.
Qi Rui looked at the blackboards one by one and then returned to the sand table model. The staff officers adjusted the position of the flags on the Great Lakes battlefield according to the photos. A considerable number of troops were gathered on the battle line on both sides.
"The depth of the UA's battle is only about 20 kilometers, and there is a gap of about 20 kilometers across the lake. It looks like it will break with a poke, "Qi Rui said slowly. This kind of voice made the staff officers feel confident.
But Qi Rui's heart wasn't as relaxed as his tone. This kind of tone was trained in his work. He found that whenever he spoke like this, it always made everyone feel better.
"Shaokang, can the air force guarantee to provide the army with information about this gap at any time?" Qi Rui asked Li Shaokang.
"As long as it is during the day," Li Shaokang, the captain of the Air Force reconnaissance flight team, replied.
"Okay. Keep a close watch today. We will try to kill our way in from here tomorrow, "Qi Rui said as he chopped at the gap with his hand. From the perspective of the army's layout, the gap was not fatal at all. The position of the US army and the Chinese army were positioned very well. The gap was only a gap that should have existed between the two offensive echelons. If there was no such echelon configuration, it would be abnormal.
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