The encounter was always short-lived, and the time the two were alone together didn't last long. Because more wounded soldiers were sent over, Zhang Hongying had to end her affair with Yang Ling.
"Don't rush to the front during the war. Pay attention to your own safety." Zhang Hongying said earnestly while wearing a white coat.
"I know. Don't be too tired. Pay attention to rest. If you encounter anything, you can ask the monkey to send me a message."
"Remember to miss me."
Before leaving the house, Zhang Hongying stood on tiptoes, gave Yang Ling a kiss, and said reluctantly.
"Will do."
The two looked at each other lovingly, neither wanting to end this short-term tenderness, but the urging voice of the female nurse came from outside again.
"Then I'll go and get busy. Remember to come see me when you have time." Zhang Hongying waved to Yang Ling and hurried out the door.
Seeing Zhang Hongying and the female nurse hurriedly disappear from sight, Yang Ling smiled bitterly, shook her head and walked towards the injured area.
Soon Yang Ling found Hu Zi and the others in a large tent. A group of people were happily eating and drinking the canned meat, biscuits and candies sent by Yang Ling and the others, and the atmosphere was lively.
"Our team leader is so loyal. We always think of our brothers no matter what the good is!" Wang Huzi said loudly while stuffing biscuits into his mouth.
"That's right, we have fought countless battles with the deputy regiment. They are brothers in the trenches, a life-long friendship."
"Such a good officer can't be found even with a lantern."
The brothers echoed one after another. They were injured and lying in the hospital, and Yang Ling was still thinking about them, which really moved them.
"The deputy regimental deputy has to be called the regiment leader now." Huzi corrected dissatisfiedly from the side.
When the brothers heard this, they became even more happy one by one. They were sincerely happy that Yang Ling was promoted.
They won each battle, and even though they reported every achievement, they got a lot of medals and nothing else.
Yang Ling has accomplished many meritorious deeds. Even in the 74th Army, which has many warriors, he is ranked high in rank, but he has always been the deputy commander, allowing them to often fight for Yang Ling.
It's better this time, Yang Ling has been promoted, and these old brothers are naturally happy for Yang Ling, who has finally been promoted.
Although they did not join the army to fight against Japanese soldiers for promotion and wealth, the army has the rules of the army, that is, rewards will be given for meritorious deeds, and punishment will be given for delinquencies. This has nothing to do with anything else.
"Not only has our group been promoted, but you have also been promoted."
Seeing that his brothers were happy, Huzi simply became even more happy and told the news about their promotions.
"Huzi, don't make fun of me, or I'll beat you up."
The blacksmith didn't believe Huzi's words. It was strange that he, a big old man, could be promoted. If he were to be promoted, he would be promoted to those military academy students.
"I have nothing to do to make you happy. I'm really promoted. This time we brought the letter of appointment."
When Wang Huzi saw Huzi's serious look, he suddenly became excited. He looked at Huzi and said, "Hey, then why did I get promoted?"
The brothers around him all stopped eating and drinking, and all looked at Hu Zi, waiting for his answer.
"Ahem..." Huzi was about to clear his throat to speak when Yang Ling stepped into the tent.
"Seat down -" Seeing Yang Ling come in, the brothers happily put down their things and raised their hands to salute.
"Lie down, lie down, don't let the wound open again."
Yang Ling was very happy when he saw the faces of these old brothers all glowing red. He had just seen some tents outside filled with painful moans and screams, and was worried about the brothers.
"How's the injury?" Yang Ling asked a brother whose arm was bandaged with concern, with a amiable face and no airs of a superior at all.
This brother flushed with excitement and said loudly: "Report to the group! The injury is almost healed, the stitches have just been removed, and I can go back to fight the Japanese in two days!"
"Okay, I'll be fine once the injury is healed."
Seeing this brother's masculine answer, Yang Ling smiled all over his face.
As long as these brothers return to the battlefield, they will become the backbone of the army. The more veterans return to the battlefield, the greater the chance of winning the war. One veteran can even be worth several recruits.
"Huzi, where's your injury?" Yang Ling turned his attention to Wang Huzi and the other officers.
Wang Huzi chuckled: "Tuanzi, don't worry, it's almost going to be smooth sailing, you can see it and leave."
Wang Huzi got off the bed with a smile and tried to leave, but he couldn't stand firmly and his face was full of embarrassment: "I was able to walk yesterday..."
Yang Ling quickly stepped forward and helped Wang Huzi to lie down on the hospital bed. He taught him a lesson with a straight face: "Don't be brave and take good care of yourself. You will have enough time to fight the Japanese."
"Everyone has recovered from his injuries. How about I take you on a night attack on Japanese soldiers?" Yang Ling asked with a smile.
"Okay!" The brothers also shouted cheeringly, eager to recover from their injuries and continue to follow Yang Ling to fight the Japanese.
"Brothers, you fought bravely in Minshan. The commendation order from the military department has been issued, and many brothers have been promoted. You should take good care of your injuries and go back to lead more troops to fight the Japanese."
When the brothers heard that there were indeed awards and promotions, their faces all turned red, their hearts beat faster with excitement, and they looked at Yang Ling expectantly, wondering if he was there.
Yang Ling quickly changed the topic and said, "But I have a request, that is, you must recover from your injuries before you can return to the army, otherwise I will not accept you when you come back."
"Team leader, we must take good care of our injuries." The blacksmith and others spoke first.
"Huzi, bring over the medals and letters of appointment." Yang Ling ordered after seeing the brothers agree.
Huzi also hurriedly took out the canvas bag containing the commission letter and medal and handed it to Yang Ling's hand.
Under the envious eyes of his brothers, Yang Ling took out the medals one by one and personally wore them on the brothers lying on the hospital bed.
Looking at the medals worn on their chests, the brothers were very excited, and some even cried with joy. They fought desperately against the Japanese on the battlefield, and this medal was the best recognition of their sacrifice of life.
Wang Huzi and other former captains and company commanders were promoted to major this time. Specific positions could not be assigned until they recovered from injuries and returned to work, but they were still very happy.
Yang Ling, the commander, went from tent to tent with the trophies to wear medals on the meritorious brothers and distributed condolences to them, making the wounded soldiers in the rest of the army envious.
"Brother, you guys are so nice together." A wounded soldier from a friendly unit said with sincere envy.
When Wang Huzi and the others heard this, their hearts were full of satisfaction, and they said proudly: "That's not true, our regiment is a rare and good officer. Not only does he lead the way during the war, but he also has nothing to say to the brothers. What do you say?
It’s said that we are blessed together.”
"Damn it, I've never met such a good commander. I have met some officers who drink the blood of soldiers. It's really unlucky." The brother who asked the question sighed and muttered.
Wang Huzi chuckled: "How about you come with us after you recover?"
The brother asked doubtfully: "Will Chief Yang accept us?"
Wang Huzi patted him on the shoulder and said: "As long as you are willing, take care of me. Our regiment will definitely need you veterans."