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Chapter 860: Long-Awaited Reunion
Chapter 860: Long-Awaited Reunion
Aunt Yu Jie said, "Your third sister said that this little guy enrolled in Yangzhi Wuyi, became a fighter, and later entered the Central City Martial Academy. Now, he's said to be working in the Defense Department. Quite an impressive young man."
"Oh? Is that so?"
General Han Kang was a bit surprised. "This kid has had it tough, it seems."
Getting into the Central City Martial Academy was no easy feat. As for the specific job, he didn't pay much attention to it. Judging by his age, he probably hadn't graduated yet. Most likely, he had received funding from the Central City Defense Department, which was a common occurrence. Nonetheless, his future prospects looked promising.
After a moment's thought, General Han Kang said, "I remember your second sister is also a fighter, right? Maybe her son is suited for this path as well."
But as soon as he said it, he regretted the words.
Sure enough, the next moment, Aunt Yu Jie's voice rang out.
"What's so good about being a fighter? Yu Zhen is a girl, and she's been practicing these skills day and night. How much hardship has she endured? Not to mention our parents, even I feel sorry for her. Ah, if Yu Zhen had listened to my arrangement and followed that young researcher, she wouldn't have gone missing later on."
General Han Kang didn't interrupt. He had heard Aunt Yu Jie complain about this matter countless times, and once she started, there was no stopping her. At this point, he said, "I'm hungry. Let's go eat something first."
Aunt Yu Jie said, "Old Han, I made pumpkin congee for you. Nurse Ling will bring it to you. You have a sensitive stomach, and you stayed up late yesterday. You must take care. Don't eat greasy food in the morning, and no smoking."
General Han Kang acknowledged and got dressed. After rinsing his mouth and washing his face, he sat down in the small dining room next to the bedroom. Nurse Ling brought a bowl of steaming pumpkin congee, and he took a spoonful, nodding in satisfaction. After all these years, Aunt Yu Jie's congee was still his favorite.
After finishing the congee, he felt warm and comfortable inside. After rinsing his mouth and wiping his face, he returned to the room and picked up a few documents that had arrived the day before, which he had yet to review. Then, he grabbed the internal newspaper that had been delivered that morning.
His military base was located right next to Central City. If the defense of the Converging Land failed or any unexpected situations arose, the garrison could immediately march into Central City to assist in its defense or counterattack. Therefore, they needed to stay updated on Central City's information at all times.
After reading for a while, he heard laughter and voices coming from the courtyard below. He recognized the voices of his two daughters, who took after Aunt Yu Jie rather than him, with their outgoing personalities. They became lively whenever they had guests at home.
He also heard the voice of another young man, slightly hoarse, which was a telltale sign of a military background. This must be the son of Aunt Yu Jie's third sister.
He recalled how his brother-in-law had sought his help in finding opportunities for his children, and as it happened, he had a recommendation slot in the military. Nian Qian had excelled in various physical tests, so he suggested military school. Unexpectedly, Nian Qian had indeed graduated, while his own son stubbornly refused to join the military and insisted on starting a consignment company. General Han Kang couldn't help but shake his head at the thought.
After reading the newspaper for a while longer, he found no significant news worth noting that day. He put the newspaper away and changed his clothes before heading downstairs.
At that moment, Nian Qian was in the courtyard, chatting with his two cousins. The sisters were both smart and lively. The last time he saw them was five years ago, and now they had grown into young ladies. The older one, Han Xiaohuan, was sixteen, resembling General Han Kang with her high nose bridge and slightly firm facial features. The younger daughter, Han Xiaojing, was fourteen, looking more like Aunt Yu Jie's side of the family, with softer facial features and beautiful eyebrows.
When Nian Qian saw General Han Kang walking out of the house, he immediately stood up and saluted respectfully, "Good day, sir."
General Han Kang returned the salute. He was pleased with Nian Qian's choice of address. Smiling, he said, "We're all family here. No need to be so formal. Just call me Uncle."
"Yes, sir!"
"Hey, come and sit down." General Han Kang motioned for them to sit. After his daughters and Nian Qian were seated, he asked, "Where are your parents?"
"My aunt just took them to the city for some shopping. My younger siblings went along too."
"Good, good. Since you're here, I have some time today, and we can have a good chat..."
General Han Kang noticed his daughters leaning against each other on the porch chairs, and his eyebrows furrowed. "Straighten up! What kind of posture is that? Sit properly!"
Han Xiaohuan and Han Xiaojing immediately sat up straight.
General Han Kang then turned to Nian Qian and said, "I see you've become a Major at such a young age. That's quite an achievement."
Nian Qian replied, "Uncle, I'm always cautious, fearing I might make a mistake."
"Being cautious is good, but there's no need to say that in front of me. I can see you're a brave young man."
General Han Kang pointed at Nian Qian, "When I first saw you, I knew you were suited for the military. It seems I didn't misjudge you, my nephew."
Han Xiaohuan chimed in, "I heard that cousin recently led a special operations unit on an island mission."
General Han Kang's eyebrows furrowed.
Nian Qian explained, "This mission isn't classified. Our unit was tasked with collecting technical data and testing the results, which proved successful. It's likely that this technology will be implemented in other military units soon."
Han Kang’s interest was piqued as well, and he said, "Tell me more about it?"
Nian Qian then recounted what he could, naturally not divulging specific data without his superiors' approval, even to Han Kang, who was also a military officer.
As a military advisor, Han Kang could sense a lot from the partial content Nian Qian revealed. He couldn’t help but sigh, "Your unit is leading the way. It makes sense, given that your location is by the sea, facing external forces and the pressure from the Linarkis Federation. Technology would naturally be prioritized there."
"Let’s stop here with this. No need to go further. Nian Qian, tell me more about what happened after you joined the military."
"Sure thing."
The two of them continued chatting, their conversation revolving around military matters, mostly about innovations and technologies in the frontlines, as well as discussions on the military capabilities of various countries.
Their eldest daughter, Han Xiaohuan, found these topics very interesting and listened with rapt attention. However, their younger daughter, Han Xiaojing, just enjoyed the lively conversation, and seeing that the two men had finished their tea, she came over to refill their cups.
After a while, Han Kang felt refreshed, and while sipping his tea, he casually asked, "How did you get here this time?"
Nian Qian replied, "My cousin arranged a flyboat for us. We first arrived in Valley County and then took a car from there. The journey was quite smooth."
"Flyboat?"
Han Kang was slightly surprised. Not just anyone could use a flyboat. It seemed he had underestimated this younger relative. He said, "I heard from your Aunt that your cousin works in the Central City Defense Department," he brought the cup to his lips, "What position does he hold now?"
"He’s the Director of the Central City Security and Defense Department."
"Oh, Director... " Han Kang was sipping his tea when he suddenly sputtered, almost spitting it out. Han Xiaohuan looked surprised and asked, "Dad, are you okay?"
Han Xiaojing quickly came over to pat his back and wiped his shirt with a handkerchief.
Han Kang couldn’t care less about the water on his clothes; he was shocked as he looked at Nian Qian, thinking he might have heard wrong. "Nian Qian, what did you say? Your cousin, Director? Of the Security and Defense Department?"
Nian Qian nodded, "Yes, Director of the Central City Security and Defense Department."
Han Kang was stunned, his expression showing great shock. As a military advisor, he knew all about the Central City Security and Defense Department. The Director was one of the highest ranks in the city, on par with the Government Head, directly responsible to the capital. In the military, that would be at least a General.
He looked at Nian Qian in disbelief, hesitated for a moment, and then asked, "How did your cousin get to that position?"
Nian Qian coughed and slowed down, "Because... my cousin is a Fighter."
Han Kang’s eyes widened dramatically. This news was even more shocking than the previous statement. He felt it was too much to digest, staring blankly for a while until his daughter’s reminder made him realize something. He quickly picked up the almost overturned teacup, drank a few sips to cover his embarrassment.
After a while, his jumbled mind calmed, and he murmured, "A Fighter...?" His voice trembled involuntarily.
As a military advisor, he knew more than others about the significance of Fighters. He took a deep breath and asked, "How long ago was this?"
Nian Qian thought for a moment and said, "Just a few months ago."
Han Kang nodded. Information about Fighters was usually not public, not grandly announced. Each Central City had its own news, so it was normal for Nian to not know here, but...
He looked up at the sky, the bright sunlight outside felt a bit unreal.
After a moment, he couldn’t resist asking again, "Is your cousin twenty yet?"
"He just turned twenty this year."
"A twenty-year-old Fighter..."
Han Kang couldn’t help but marvel. What talent and potential was this?
There were Fighters in the military, but he had never seen one. They were stationed in the Converged Land, rarely appearing, and even then, only by flyboat. However, he knew the martial prowess of Fighters from related documents. He almost imagined the future importance of Nian Qian’s cousin in Great Shun.
Thinking of this, he took a deep breath.
He then asked, "Is your cousin planning to come?"
Nian Qian nodded, "He’s planning to come, but he has some official business to handle."
Han Kang nodded repeatedly, understanding the situation. Being both a Director and a Fighter, there would be many responsibilities.
Just as they were talking, the phone inside rang urgently. A moment later, Nurse Ling ran out, "Sir, it’s an urgent call from your department. It seems there’s something urgent they need you for."
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(End of Chapter)
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