Chapter 1824: Qingxue Returns Home 2
Xibao felt overwhelmed, unable to breathe, as if her heart were splitting apart.
In Zhou Fengchun’s eyes, this was a display of deep emotion and loyalty.
"I joined the military when I was very young, fighting in battles across the lands, rushing east and west. I’ve lost count of how many times blood splashed on my face, how many brothers and enemies fell before me—tens of thousands, if not hundreds of thousands. Yet I know I have no time to grieve, no time to remember; I must keep moving forward, bearing the responsibility for home, for the country, for the people."
Zhou Fengchun spoke earnestly, "Xibao, the past is already past. You are young, and the nation needs young men like you to uphold the backbone of the nation. I believe that those who are watching from above don’t wish for you to remain consumed by sorrow."
Xibao’s eyes flickered with a glint of moisture as she slowly let out a breath, "I understand, Grandpa Zhou, I will be alright."
"That’s the spirit! Come on, everyone’s outside waiting to eat, and your grandfather is also worried about you."
Xibao gathered her emotions, carefully locked the letters and photos in a box, and placed them in her bedside cabinet. Suddenly she heard Lu Erxiong shouting outside, "Brother, brother, look who’s here!"
Joy was apparent on Xibao’s face.
Feeling a stirring in her heart, Xibao emerged with Zhou Fengchun and saw Feng Qingxue entering with her suitcase.
"Mom? Why did you arrive without telling us? Where’s Dad?" Xibao first widened her eyes, then ran forward, grabbing the suitcase while complaining about Lu Erxiong not helping her mom with it.
Feng Qingxue smiled, "Your dad is very busy, he couldn’t leave, so I’m here to pick you up."
"Pick us up?" Lu Erxiong scratched his head, then rejoiced and exclaimed with round eyes, "Does this mean we’re going back to the troops? I really miss my good friends!"