Chapter 234: Good morning, Boss!
"Lieutenant!" A soldier saluted at Hugo as the latter stood before him.
"At ease." Hugo jerked his chin a little. "Enjoy your break."
The firm and strict lieutenant the soldier knew suddenly softened up a little the second they landed in the country. The soldier let out a shallow breath and followed him.
"Sir, will your brothers pick you up?"
Hugo rocked his head. "They must be excited to see me. After all, I hadn’t seen them in a while."
"You really have a good relationship, huh?" the soldier was in awe.
Although Hugo was one of the best and the most serious in the base, he would relax whenever he would talk about his family. It wasn’t like the other soldiers didn’t cherish their families. After all, the soldiers left to serve the country for those they left behind.
It just felt strange to see Hugo’s other side.
"My brothers are very fond of me," Hugo uttered calmly. "If you see them crying, ignore them."
The soldier nodded. "Yes, sir!"
A soldier’s reunion with the family was often emotional and meaningful. Therefore, the soldier expected to see a heartfelt reunion of the lieutenant and his siblings. But when they reached the waiting area of the airport, the soldier didn’t see anyone of the Bennets.
"Brother Hugo!"