[COD] Newbie's Rise to Power

Sometimes, the soldiers would rather apply the medicine themselves than let her do it herself.

ch.52: The Little Squirrel

"How can you give a lady such a random nickname?"

Although you were initially unhappy, it seems inappropriate to give someone such an ambiguous nickname.

Kruger: "That's what they all call her, and she certainly has a sour face, doesn't she?"

You nodded: "That's true, but there's a reason for it..."

After these past few days of improved relationship with Su An'er, you now know the reason behind her behavior.

Firstly, the work pressure is too great, so I really don't have much enthusiasm for doing anything.

Initially, as a base medic for Chimera, she was already annoyed by the lack of manpower. Recently, another organization came to conduct military cooperation but did not bring any medics, which doubled her workload and made her even more irritable.

Secondly, as a female medical worker, she was harassed by men at the base too many times, so giving them attitude and acting rudely was a kind of protective shield.

Later, when she found out how people complained and gossiped about her behind her back, she became even more resentful of everyone.

But your warm gestures rekindled her long-tired nerves, so she was willing to show you a friendly side as well.

Kruger shrugged: "Okay, I see. I never knew that before."

He was never interested in many things, and as a man, he couldn't understand Su An'er's experiences and state of mind.

Some men even believe that women enjoy being popular, and that expressing their distress is just showing off.

Kruger's ability to understand immediately, rather than refute or question, makes you feel much better about him.

"Then you must not call her by her nickname anymore."

After you finish speaking, you feel something is off; he seems to dislike being asked or controlled by others.

So you immediately changed your tune: "But you can call me whatever you want, I just think it's very ungentlemanly. You're my savior, and in my heart you should be a person of high moral character."

You actually meant to say it was rude, but you were afraid he would throw you out, so you chose to express it more tactfully.

Wearing a tall hat is the easiest way.

"Of high moral character?"

Kruger looked at you, his tone slightly mocking, his eyes seemingly seeing right through your little tricks.

You stubbornly insist: "You did save me twice, and in my heart you're a good person!"

After you finished speaking, you turned your head away from him.

This person seems to have the ability to see right through people.

"Are you able to get out of bed and move around now? If so, I'll take you to your room."

Kruger didn't respond to you directly, and you stopped dwelling on the topic.

"Okay, Su An'er said that I only need to come for the medicine once a day from now on."

"Let's go then."

After he finished speaking, he tidied up your belongings on the bedside table for the past few days.

Seeing you struggling to get out of bed, he reached out his hand to you.

"Do you need any help?"

You glanced at him, then reached out and touched him, smiling:

"Thank you for this thoughtful gentleman."

Kruger frowned impatiently: "If you keep talking like that, you can go back home."

You immediately covered your mouth with your hand and shook your head to indicate that you wouldn't say anything more.

You had just finished tidying up when Su An'er returned.

"YN, you're leaving already?"

You nodded: "I don't want to bother you too much."

She couldn't force him to stay, so she had to settle for second best:

"Then you must remember to come to me every day to apply the medicine."

It's more accurate to say I came to see her than to apply medicine, since you can do that yourself now.

You nodded: "Definitely!"

She replied with a smile, "That's settled then."

Then, remembering something else, he said to you:

"Wait a minute, I'll prescribe some anti-inflammatory and pain-relieving medicine for you to take home and take."

After she finished speaking, she started searching in the medicine cabinet and finally filled a small bag for you.

You took the bag and exclaimed happily, "Wow! Thank you so much, Su An'er. You are such a beautiful and kind person."

Kruger, who was standing nearby, turned his head away speechlessly after hearing this.

Clearly, he's become accustomed to your exaggerated praise and is even starting to find it somewhat repulsive.

After all, people develop a dependency effect when they are praised for a long time, and begin to expect to be praised again. Kruger does not like this influence.

He doesn't care what others think of him, nor does he expect others to have a good opinion of him.

But Su An'er was clearly smitten, beaming with joy at the compliments.

"Then I'm leaving, Su An'er."

You said goodbye to her for the last time.

If we keep talking, we'll just keep talking...

Su An'er smiled and waved her hand, "Let's go, be careful when you walk."

You nodded in response, then turned and walked towards the door of the medical room.

Goodbye, Ms. Su An'er.

Kruger suddenly spoke up.

Su An'er was taken aback for a moment, and for once, she stopped giving him a sour look and put on a faint smile.

"Well, goodbye, Mr. Kruger."

You heard about their interaction, but didn't want to comment further.

After walking slowly for more than ten minutes, you arrived at the room that Kruger had arranged for you.

As soon as you enter, there's a pile of things on the table, probably daily necessities that Kruger gave you to collect.

You look at the single bed in the room and exclaim, "Am I living here alone?"

Kruger leaned against the wall with his arms crossed.

"Our base is special; you can apply for a private room."

After all, they are mercenaries, and private space is very important to them.

Even if it costs extra, most people will choose a private room.

Curious, you ask him, "So, where is your room?"

Kruger succinctly replied, "Your neighbor."

"That's very close."

You replied with a nonsensical literary remark.

After you put your things away, Kruger will hand you the key and then take you downstairs for a walk.

After all, you need to know where the base's canteen, the supply distribution points, and the activity areas are located.

As you stroll through the base with Kruger, you attract a lot of attention.

Perhaps it's because you're wearing a hospital gown, making you stand out from the crowd.

Huh? Why does this feel so familiar?

This reminds me of the first time I visited my base, when Wang Zhiqiang showed me around; it's practically the same scene.

Speaking of Wang Zhiqiang, I wonder how they are doing. What will their reaction be when they find out you're missing...?

"Hey, Kruger."

A man greets Kruger, interrupting your thoughts.

Then he walked over, accompanied by three or four companions.

He must be closer to Kruger; everyone else just stared at you along the way, and not a single one came up to say hello.

Kruger raised his head in response.

The man seemed used to this attitude and didn't mind, instead staring at you curiously.

The other men were also looking at you, their eyes filled with the same curiosity.

"Kruger, is this the little squirrel you picked up?"

As soon as you heard that, you couldn't sit still.

"what?"

What do you mean by saying you're a little squirrel, or that you were picked up?

But Kruger actually responded, "Yes."

You were even more surprised and turned to stare at him.

What is it? Was it found? Dude, speak properly. Does saying you rescued it sound tacky?

The men exchanged glances, then praised Kruger:

"She has good taste, and she's very cute."

Then he said to you, "Welcome, little squirrel. Have fun at the base."