After resting for two days, Sienna went to find Commander Yao to talk about helping train the soldiers.
When Sienna walked near a big building, she was stopped. "Comrade, who are you? What are you doing here? This road is off-limits."
"My name is Sienna. Please tell Commander Yao that I'm here to see him."
"Okay, please wait a moment."
The young soldier nodded and quickly went upstairs to report. Sienna looked around and observed the surroundings.
Soon, the soldier came back and led her upstairs. "Comrade, please follow me."
"Alright."
Knock knock knock
"Come in."
The door opened, and Commander Yao looked up. When he saw Sienna walk in, he quickly said, "Comrade Sienna, please sit down. Did you talk it over with Rowan before coming?"
"Yes."
"Really? You agreed to join the army? You convinced Rowan?"
"No, Commander. I can help train the soldiers. If there are missions, I can help with that too."
"Oh, alright, that's good too."
Commander Yao was a bit disappointed, but he still felt it was good she was willing to help.
"Okay, I'll apply for your position. The monthly pay is 30 yuan with tickets for supplies. If you go on missions, you'll get bonuses like everyone else. Let me know if you have any questions or other requests."
"I have one. Can I not start training them right away? I want to work on my physical strength with them first. Also, can I skip morning drills?"
"That's fine, but how long do you need for the physical training? If it takes too long, we won't be able to pay you yet. I hope you understand. You're considered a special hire, and if you don't work for too long, we can't report it to our superiors."
"It won't take long, maybe one or two weeks. After that, I'll train on my own."
"Then it's no problem. About the morning drills, it's up to you. No need to follow that rule."
"Okay, then let me know when the paperwork is ready. I'll leave now."
"Alright, I'll let you know."
After Sienna left, Commander Yao quickly called his superior to report. As expected, it was approved right away. The first group she would train was Rowan's second battalion.
At noon, when Rowan came home to eat, Sienna told him what she and Commander Yao talked about.
"Wife, so you're going to start training too?"
"Yes, but I don't know which soldiers I'll be training. For now, I want to practice physical strength with your group. I feel like I'm too weak."
"Alright. If it's too tiring and you want to quit, just tell me."
"Mm-hmm, I will."
In the afternoon, Rowan was called to the commander's office.
"Commander, is there a mission?"
"Yes. It's about your wife helping train the soldiers. Everything is settled. She can start anytime. Her work ID will be ready in a few days. The first group she'll train is your second battalion. I'm telling you this so you can support her work. Also, please inform your wife to avoid any confusion."
"Understood, Commander. I'll make sure the task is done."
"That's all. You can go."
"Yes."
Border
Bang bang bang Gunshots filled the air, blood splattered everywhere. Smoke spread across the battlefield, bodies were lying all over.
Suddenly, a loud explosion happened, followed by someone shouting, "Commander, watch out!"
But it was too late. After the explosion, the person called commander was already covered in blood.
A soldier quickly ran over to check the situation. He shouted, "Commander, wake up! Commander, you can't be in trouble!"
His hand trembled as he checked for breath under the nose. When he felt there was still breathing, he shouted louder, "Commander, wake up! Commander!"
"Someone come help! My commander is hurt!" But it was during a fierce battle. Gunfire and explosions were everywhere. No one could hear his shouting.
"Commander, please, wake up! Don't leave us!" No matter how much they called, the commander didn't wake up.
"Report!"
"Come in."
"Commander, urgent telegram."
Commander Tomas looked at the telegram and said, "Quick, go find Felix from the Second Battalion. No matter what he's doing, bring him to me now."
"Yes, sir!" The young soldier ran off right away.
Soon, Felix came running into the office, out of breath.
"Commander, what's... the emergency?"
Looking at Felix, Commander Tomas said, "Be mentally prepared."
Then he handed over the telegram. Felix took it and read the message: "Brother in danger, come home fast." His body staggered.
"Commander, I need to take leave and go back."
"Alright, go immediately."
Felix rushed out. At that moment, he regretted joining the army in the South. He wished he could be home instantly.
It took one week before Felix arrived back in the capital. He got off the train and rushed straight to the military hospital.
When he got there, he saw his brother lying on the hospital bed and his grandfather, whose hair had turned white.
"Grandpa, how's my brother?"
Old Master Tang looked at him and said, "You're back. Go change and get some rest first."
"Grandpa, how is he really?"
"I've already been looking for the best doctors. We'll find a way. Just go change first, then come back to take care of your brother."
"Okay."
Half an hour later, Felix returned to the hospital room and saw the doctor there. He quickly asked, "Doctor, how is my brother?"
"There are metal fragments in his brain, and he has multiple injuries from the explosion. The injuries on his body have been treated, but the fragments in his brain are dangerous. We don't dare to operate for now."
Felix became emotional. "Then what can we do? You need to find a way!"
"I'm sorry. We are still discussing the treatment plan."
"What if you can't remove the fragments?"
"The best time for treatment is within a week. If we still can't remove them by then, he may never wake up. He could become a vegetable. Even if we operate, the risk is high. He might not survive the surgery or could still become a vegetable."
Hearing this, Felix didn't speak anymore. He just sat quietly next to his brother.
"Brother, you have to hold on. Can you really bear to leave me and Grandpa? You haven't seen me get married yet. You haven't given Grandpa a grandson yet."
As Felix talked, he started crying. This was his real brother, the one who raised him since he was little and used to pat his head and say, "Felix is such a good boy. Felix is amazing."
Old Master Tang looked at Felix and said, "Felix, take care of your brother. I'll head home first."
"Okay. Grandpa, take your time."