Restarting life in Siheyuan

"Brother, how come you're so fast this time? It's only the ninth day." The younger sister happily counted on her fingers and spoke with a smile.

"The mission went smoothly. It would be nice if you came back early." Zhu Xuefeng smiled and touched the younger sister's head, but the younger sister dodged in disgust.

"Of course, second brother has to go back to school in a few days. I thought I wouldn't be able to see eldest brother again, hehe." The younger sister was genuinely happy that both brothers came back at once, and the three siblings who depended on each other were finally together.

"Second brother, you don't have an internship this holiday? Why do you have to go back again after just a few days?"

The three siblings sat down in the main room. The youngest sister went to the cellar to get a few bottles of iced Arctic Ocean. The ice was almost melted, but the Arctic Ocean still had a hint of coolness. Zhu Xuefeng drank the whole bottle in one breath. He had flown all the way back and had not drunk a drop of water yet. The youngest sister happily opened another bottle and then sat down, leaning against the eight-immortals table, propping herself up with her hands, holding her cheek, and looking at her two brothers happily.

"The school's teaching schedule was disrupted. I waited for more than a week and no one arranged anything for me. I simply reported back and came back. However, I was only given ten days off and had to go back on time."

Military academies have also been affected, but they seem to be better than ordinary schools, after all, they are under military management.

"Tell me, big brother, what have you learned in the past few years?" Although Zhu Xuefeng knew a little from the letters that the second brother wrote home, they were all fragments. Seeing that the younger sister was also very curious, the second brother just picked out some insensitive content to talk about.

The second child has been studying very complicated content in recent years. According to him, he has interned on naval ships twice, each time for one and a half months. It is no wonder that his skin is so rough after soaking in the sea for two summer vacations.

"You've suffered so much. Let your elder brother take good care of you these few days."

"Brother, it's not that hard. I only stayed at sea for about a month each time, and I was on a ship. The food was not bad. The soldiers stationed outside had a really hard time. I went there a few times. When the tide rose, their stilt houses were submerged in the sea, and many soldiers' feet were soaked..."

When it comes to the navy's experiences, Zhu Xuesong naturally has more to say. Witnessing the hardships of the soldiers has further inspired his determination to guard the ocean.

"Okay, you have ambition. When the time comes, you will be a brave and fearless navy soldier like your brother Huo and guard our sea borders!"

Huo Chaoyang has been officially assigned to the B Fleet as deputy captain, but the specific details are unclear.

"Brother, I will."

"Have you seen the fourth one?"

"Yes, we have been resting together these past few nights. Lao Si always talks to me for a long time. Haha, he is quite envious."

On the night of August, Xizhimenwai Street was exceptionally quiet, with only a few pedestrians hurrying by. Under the street lights, the slogans were particularly eye-catching.

A few people just walked out of the restaurant. Today, Xie Junjie and his sister invited Zhu Xuefeng and his two siblings to have dinner at the Moscow Restaurant, so that the young people from the two families could get to know each other.

"You have bad intentions, when are you leaving?"

Zhu Xuefeng and Xie Junjie walked in front, followed by my younger sister, and behind them were Zhu Xuesong and Xie Bingyan.

"I originally wanted my old man to show up and see if he could participate in the YF-12 aircraft research project, but he didn't want to. There's nothing I can do. I have to fly back tomorrow."

"Why do you want to participate in the research? You're not studying aviation."

Xie Junjie laughed, "When your new plane came, our base was very jealous, wondering if we could get involved. If it is really copied in the future, our troops will also benefit from it. Although I didn't study this, I am a pilot and I can speak English. It would be appropriate for me to do a test flight and translate the information."

Zhu Xuefeng just smiled. It was not as easy as he said. Maybe there were some other reasons. Since the other party didn't say anything, he didn't ask. He just looked back at the second brother with a strange expression. This taciturn guy was a little weird today. He could actually chat with Xie Bingyan and make Xie Bingyan giggle from time to time.

"What are you looking at? My sister and your second son are destined to be together. Haha, let's go. After this farewell, I don't know when we will meet again next time. Bye."

Seeing the parking place, Xie Junjie said goodbye with a smile and started the big pedal. Zhu Xuefeng also started his small pedal. The younger sister also looked at the second brother who was far behind with a strange expression.

"Brother, let's go."

Zhu Xuesong then looked up and found that his elder brother and sister were waiting for him. Xie Bingyan's second brother was also riding on the big pedal with a smile on his face.

"Comrade Bingyan, see you next time. I have to go home."

Xie Bingyan giggled. She also had a good impression of this little brother who had not yet graduated. "I'm still studying here these few days. Come find me when you have time."

After saying that, she seemed to feel something was wrong and ran away with a red face, sitting on the back seat of her eldest brother's big pedal. Zhu Xuesong scratched his head and watched Xie Bingyan leave first.

"Second brother, you like this sister, right?"

The younger sister sat in the back seat and asked with a smile to her second brother who was riding the oldest scooter.

The second brother's face turned red, but he still answered honestly. "Comrade Xie is very humorous, knows a lot about the army, and speaks very well."

The younger sister was amused and poked her older brother who was riding a bicycle, "Brother, did you hear that? The taciturn brother knows how to speak to others in a nice and humorous way. It makes me laugh to death."

Zhu Xuefeng was still thinking about the reason why Xie Junjie inexplicably invited him and his two siblings to have dinner at Lao Mo. Xie Junjie repeatedly said that it was an opportunity. This time he was able to come back and meet his younger sister unexpectedly thanks to Zhu Xuefeng. By the way, he wanted to let the young people get to know each other. Zhu Xuefeng tried several times, but the boy kept pretending to be confused and interrupting him. However, Zhu Xuefeng knew that it was definitely not that simple.

"If you like each other, cherish each other, second brother."

"Okay, got it, big brother." The second brother returned to his quiet mode and rode his bike seriously. He didn't even further explain his eldest brother's instructions. Zhu Xuefeng just smiled. The second brother was not a child anymore.

The younger sister stuck out her tongue and made a face at her second brother, but got no response. The second brother was really boring. He was chatting enthusiastically with others just now, but turned into a silent person the next moment.

At the gate of the compound, the three brothers and sisters parted ways. The second oldest and the youngest sister returned to No. 95, while Zhu Xuefeng returned to the compound alone.

"How is it? Do the second brother and the girl get along well?" Xia Yuhong asked with a smile as she entered the room.

"Do you two know something?" Zhu Xuefeng looked at the two women with concern in surprise.

"Xie Junjie came to me many times at school to ask about the second girl, and even took away her photo. But the girl has been in the army. Now that you said it was you guys, there was no way he could escape. It must be this matter." Xia Yuhong happily revealed the explosive news. Zhu Xuefeng was a little surprised. It turned out that Xie Junjie had already had an idea and kept it from him. He must make him pay the next time they meet.

Then Xie Junjie rode his bike back home and went straight to the study. The light in the study was very dim. A book was placed on the coffee table. The tea on the table was still a little warm. The old man was resting in the chair with his eyes closed. He opened his eyes when he heard the noise.

"You're back. Where's your sister?"

"Sent her back to the dormitory. She has to study tomorrow."

"What's the situation?" the old man asked with half-closed eyes.

"It's OK. The two of them had a good chat. My sister should be satisfied. If there's nothing else, I'll go and rest. I'll go back to the army early tomorrow morning."

Xie Junjie had seen many such marriages, but he did not expect that the old man wanted to give it a try with his younger sister and Zhu Xuefeng's second brother. The two of them seemed to be really interested in each other.

"Don't you want to ask why?" The old man spoke softly, his eyes becoming melancholy.

Xie Junjie shook his head. "It's OK as long as my little sister is happy. The second elder brother in their family is a good person and talks more than I thought. I was worried that he would be like what my classmates said, a quiet person. I didn't expect that when we talked about the army, the two of them got along quite well."

"If you don't want to ask, go and have a rest. Remember, no matter what happens at home in the next two years, you three brothers and sisters should not write to your family, let alone come back. If I want to know about your situation, I will know it even if you don't write to me."

Xie Junjie nodded and went back to his room, he was not a child anymore and had seen many things with his own eyes, he could roughly guess his father's arrangements even without asking. Now that he knew his good brother was hiding so deeply, he naturally understood his father's arrangements, he guessed that his father had known about his brother's special identity for a long time.

It was faster than Zhu Xuefeng had expected. His commendation came very quickly. Zhu Xuefeng was a little dazed holding the new certificate in his hand. He felt that he was now a level 14 cadre. He had been promoted several levels at once, and it came so quickly. It was incredible.

"Xiao Zhu, for some reasons, we cannot make this commendation public. I'm sure you understand. Not only did you successfully complete the task this time, you also made a significant contribution to the country. On behalf of the organization, I thank you."

Leader Hao's solemn statement once again made Zhu Xuefeng a little overwhelmed.

"Leader, I understand."

Leader Hao shook his head. "No, you probably don't know. This is a form of protection for you. As you know, we have arrested many saboteurs these days. For your safety, we can only handle it this way this time."

Zhu Xuefeng looked around the entire office and saw that there were only two leaders and himself. Leader Hao had already made it so clear, so he had to express his opinion.

"Thank you for the organization's care. I will pay attention to it."

There was no publicity this time and everything was done in secret. Zhu Xuefeng understood that all this was to protect him. He had caused quite a stir this time. Not only did the other party retaliate and sabotage, but it was said that even Russia shamelessly came to his door and wanted to take over the YF-12 research, but the higher-ups denied the existence of this matter.

Uncle Kong accompanied Zhu Xuefeng away, still asking in a low voice, "Director Hao suggested that you be the squadron leader and organize a squadron yourself. Why did you refuse? It's such a good idea."

"Uncle Kong, managing people is not my strong point. Besides, I really don't have the energy. Let alone managing a squadron of more than 40 people, even if it's just three or four, I can't manage them well. Let's just do it the same as before. I will never refuse any mission."

Uncle Kong sighed. What a good opportunity. The leader did not object this time. He just emphasized that his personal wishes should be respected. This was the best chance to bring this guy into the team. Unfortunately, this guy refused to do it.

"If you don't want to do it, then don't do it. It doesn't matter. I should have communicated with you in advance. You almost embarrassed Lao Hao just now, you kid."

"Then I'll have to ask Uncle Kong to apologize to Leader Hao for me. I don't dare to see him again." Zhu Xuefeng smiled. "I'll buy some things and go visit my godmother and my brothers and sisters. I can't even handle such a large bonus."

Looking at the bag in Zhu Xuefeng's hand, Lao Kong smiled, "The gold you brought back is worth nearly a million. This is nothing. You can take it with peace of mind. This is what you deserve. You don't need to buy anything. There is nothing missing at home. It just so happens that I can't have dinner with her these days, so you can spend some time with your godmother."

It was his duty to accompany his godmother, Zhu Xuefeng nodded in agreement. As for the money, it was of no use to him now. Although he had won some tickets and industrial vouchers, he really didn't want to buy anything else.

"Uncle Kong, let's do this. I'll keep all the tickets. The salary I received last time was enough to last for several years. I really don't need this 50,000 yuan. Please donate it for me. Everyone donated during the last earthquake. I was not here, so this time it's just the right amount to make up for it."

Uncle Kong looked at the little guy with approval in his eyes, "Okay, since you have this intention, Uncle Kong will help you."

Zhu Xuefeng left, and Uncle Kong was still looking at the direction where Zhu Xuefeng left, when a figure approached.

"Leave, or no show?"

"Leader, you are forcing me to do something against my will. He asked me to apologize to you on his behalf. I have failed to live up to your kindness. He also donated this."

Lao Hao poked his head out, looked at the bag in Lao Kong's hand, and nodded, "He's a good candidate with good character. The commander is right. How could a good guy who can bring back two thousand taels of gold care about these rewards?"

Lao Kong took the cigarette and they lit it up. "As for the matter of that martyr, we have also investigated it thoroughly. You have to go to the Air Force to send the martyr's ashes back, and you must also be responsible for clearing his name!"

Uncle Kong exhaled a puff of smoke and said, "You are looking for me? This is not my job, Lao Hao, you are bullying me."

Old Hao just smiled and said, "Who do you say will go? They are all busy as hell, cleaning up this kid's mess. You guys are so popular in the field, it's not right for you to go there too. Stop talking nonsense. The sooner the martyr is vindicated, the fewer people in his family will have..."

Watching Leader Hao turn around and go back to the office building, Lao Kong could only smile bitterly. Well, it was time for him to run away. Zhu Xuefeng had really helped the Air Force a lot this time.

After interrogation and investigation, the situation became clear. There was only one main culprit, and the accomplice was held hostage after his weapon was destroyed. The other accomplice refused to surrender and committed suicide. This situation was much better than expected. It turned the group organization into the betrayal of a few individuals, and the burden of those implicated from top to bottom was lightened a lot.

Zhu Xuefeng was busy here and finally prepared dinner. He looked at Qin Jingru who was at a loss.

"What are you daydreaming about? Hurry up and get to the table. You don't have to cook, and you don't even know how to serve."

"You little monkey, you only know how to bully people when you come. Xiaoru, ignore him and bring the dishes up." In the bedroom, the godmother who had just finished taking care of the two little ones spoke up and finally helped Qin Jingru out of the predicament. Now that the children have grown up, they are sent to the government kindergarten during the day and there is no need for her to take care of them. She only comes to help at night. During the day, she works as a temporary worker in the street office.

After dinner, Director Wang and Zhu Xuefeng each coaxed a little one. Qin Jingru had been sent away by her godmother. While watching the two little guys having fun and listening to her godson's report, Director Wang's eyes were full of smiles.

After a while, Youyou finally spoke. "Tell me, you secretly got married twice and divorced both times. What do you want to do?" (End of this chapter)