Reborn in America: Starting as a California Resident

After Chris apologized, the middle-aged man next to the old man spoke up for the first time: "Sir, to express our apology, I am willing to offer three thousand dollars as compensation for emotional distress."

If necessary, I will also cover all costs for your comprehensive medical check-up at the hospital.

"No need for a checkup!"

But this child... how old is he?

Five or six years old?

Is it a bit too reckless to let such a young child play with real guns?

Not everyone is as blessed by God as I am!

Three thousand dollars in 1979 was a huge sum of money for ordinary people;

But for Henry at this point, it's just a number that doesn't really matter.

The people in front of me weren't dressed like they came from any wealthy or noble family.

Henry didn't want to risk everyone's feelings for such a small gain.

Sure enough, when the middle-aged man heard that Henry didn't need to pay compensation, a hint of joy immediately flashed across his eyes.

"You're absolutely right!"

We will never let him touch a real gun again!

At least not until he comes of age!

However, I still suggest you get a checkup, so we can both feel more at ease.

You don't need to worry about saving me money. Although we don't live lavishly, we can still afford this expense.

However, the elderly white man standing nearby continued to offer his advice.

When the little boy heard his grandfather, the only person who supported him, threaten to disqualify him from playing with guns with just a few words, he immediately protested loudly.

His fair face was filled with grievance, and in the lamplight, Henry could even see the tears welling up in his eyes…

"No! Grandpa, Dad, it's really not my fault this time;"

I was just unlucky; we just happened to run into each other.

They really did look like prey just now. I really didn't mean to point a gun at people!

Christopher!

This isn't over yet. Why did you shoot before I could confirm it?

"Put your hand out!"

"I didn't... I didn't shoot on purpose, it's because... sob sob, I didn't want to get hit..."

The little boy's voice was choked with sobs, but he still reached out his hand with trembling hands, awaiting the terrible punishment that was about to befall him.

The old man looked at his grandson with a mixture of sternness and reluctance in his eyes, but in the end he stuck to his decision.

But he didn't act immediately. Instead, he squatted down, gently hugged the little boy, and said in a comforting tone, "I know you're scared, but you have to understand that we're doing this for your own good."

I hope you will always remember the lesson I learned tonight.

After saying that, the old man did not hesitate at all. He picked up a thin strip made of a tree branch and began to discipline the little boy.

"etc!

What's his name?!

Christopher?

When Henry heard the name, he felt a sudden jolt, as if an electric current had shot through his body.

Simply because this name was extremely well-known to him!

Seasoned military enthusiasts should know what the name Chris Kyle represents!

Christopher Scott Kyle, a legendary American sniper.

Born on April 8, 1974, from a family of horse racing enthusiasts in Odessa, Texas.

He had a strong interest in hunting since childhood, and often carried the rifle and shotgun given to him by his father to roam the forest to hunt deer or pheasants.

However, Kyle's marksmanship was not fully displayed and highly recognized until he joined the Navy SEALs.

In his memoir, "The First Sniper in the U.S. Army," Kyle described in detail the scene of his first fatal shot: a woman holding a grenade was approaching the U.S. Marine Corps position, and faced with this urgent situation, Kyle received orders and decisively pulled the trigger.

With his four service experiences in Iraq, Kyle's name gradually became a nightmare for Iraqi insurgents, who called him "the Devil Ramadi".

Note: Ramadi is a city in central Iraq. At the time, local insurgents offered a $2 (approximately 12.6 RMB) bounty for Kyle's head in an attempt to eliminate this threat.

Unfortunately, no one has ever received a single penny of the reward.

Therefore, Kyle has always been an undisputed "legend" in the eyes of his teammates.

One of the most notable achievements of his career was in an operation in the suburbs of Sadr City, Iraq in 2008;

He successfully hit an enemy carrying a rocket launcher from 1920 meters away.

In the fierce street fighting in Fallujah, Kyle killed at least 40 enemy soldiers with his precise sniping skills.

In 2009, after a ten-year service, Chris Kyle honorably retired as a Navy SEAL captain with the rank of Chief Petty Officer and was awarded two Silver Stars and five Bronze Stars.

"What's wrong, sir?"

You don't need to pity him. Our Kyle family has always adhered to the principle that mistakes must be punished.

Regardless of why he pulled the trigger, he must bear the consequences for his actions.

The old man's words echoed in Henry's ears like the tolling of a bell. He looked at the little boy with tears streaming down his face not far away, and his brows furrowed involuntarily.

"Isn't Chris Kyle from Texas?"

Why would he appear in Georgia?

Is this really him?

Henry fell into deep thought, his mind filled with doubt.

In the end, he decided to save the child in front of him first.

After all, if it really is that guy in front of us, then we'll be in big trouble!

Kids are notoriously vengeful!

Henry strode over to the weeping Chris, knelt down, and said in a gentle tone, "Little one, listen to me."

I know you must be very sad right now, but you have a wonderful grandfather who taught you what responsibility is.

You did make a wrong choice today, but that doesn't mean you're not a good kid.

The important thing is to learn from this and ensure that the same mistake is not repeated in the future.

Henry then stood up, turned to the old man, and said sincerely, "Sir, I believe that mistakes should indeed be punished, but perhaps we can choose a less severe way to handle it."

For example, Chris could be involved in some community service as compensation for his mistake.

What do you think?

Upon hearing this, a hint of surprise flashed in the old man's eyes.

Clearly, he had never considered such a solution.

However, it must be admitted that this method might be more effective for Chris, who has been stubborn since childhood.

After thinking for a while, he replied, "Sir, thank you very much for your suggestion."

Perhaps you are right, Chris needs to learn to take responsibility for his actions, not just feel physical pain.

We'll refrain from corporal punishment tonight. Tomorrow, I'll take him to do something meaningful so he understands the consequences of his actions.

Hearing this, Chris looked up at Henry, tears blurring his vision...