Who taught you to be a recruit like this?

Chapter 240: A Big Pie? No, It’s a White Lie (Updated)

Seeing Wu Jin lowering his head in silence, unable to utter a word, Guo Haitao also sighed and said.

"Wu Jin, although you didn't intend to deceive me on this matter, the truth will come out eventually."

"You can fool them for a while, but you can't fool them forever. If their family gets to know about this, there will definitely be a huge uproar."

Wu Jin lowered his head and his expression became more and more bitter.

He knew it was wrong and never intended to deceive anyone.

In fact, he has always wanted to find an opportunity to confess to the girl, but he was worried that the girl would not be able to accept it and think that he was deliberately deceiving her.

After all, the parents of both sides have met and had an engagement party.

If they break up at this time, it will have a very bad impact on the woman's family.

After a fierce ideological struggle, Wu Jin seemed to have made up his mind and suddenly raised his head.

"Battalion Commander, Company Commander, I made the mistake, and I deeply reflect on it. I will accept any punishment you give me. I will go and explain this to her right now, and I will absolutely not cause any trouble for the battalion!"

Wu Jin was about to leave resolutely, but Qin Feng stopped him.

"Have you figured out how to explain it to others?"

“Uh…” Wu Jin was speechless.

Qin Feng sighed and said, "I happily drove so far to come here to celebrate your birthday, just to give you a surprise."

"Now go out and tell her that I lied to you and that I'm not an officer in the army. How will that girl feel?"

"Do you want a live breakup, or do you want to make her cry so hard that she calls her parents and tells them you're all liars?"

"And then the two families got into such a mess that they ended up becoming enemies?"

Wu Jin clenched his fists and said awkwardly, "But, the instructor said, truth will come to light..."

Qin Feng looked annoyed: "The instructor means that you can't work hard and try to turn this lie into reality as soon as possible?"

"Ah?" Wu Jin obviously didn't understand what he meant.

Ge Zhiyong crossed his legs and pointed at him with the hand holding the cigarette: "Wu Jin, Wu Jin, is your head made of elm wood? Why are you so stupid?"

"The Steel Knife Company has become the division's pilot unit for integrated operations, and the opportunities and chances to demonstrate our abilities will only increase."

"Although we have expanded, except for the first company, the second and third companies are all vacant."

"Work hard and show your abilities. Not to mention becoming a deputy company commander, with your abilities, getting a second lieutenant platoon leader shouldn't be a problem, right?"

"But, people think I'm the deputy company commander, so even if I become a platoon leader, it won't be of any use..."

Seeing that Wu Jin still didn't understand, Ge Zhiyong was speechless.

He nudged Guo Haitao beside him, indicating that this kind of talking work should be left to you, a professional.

Guo Haitao smiled and shook his head, patiently explaining to Wu Jin: "There's only one thing you need to do now, and that's to move from a non-commissioned officer to an officer."

“Most people don’t actually have a clear understanding of the ranks of military officers.”

"To put it simply, in the eyes of many people, there's not much difference between managing 30 people and managing 100 people."

Qin Feng then said: "So, as long as you can become a platoon leader, this matter will be over."

"Even if they really ask you about it, you can just say you made a mistake in the army and got demoted to platoon leader, right?"

"If I work harder and try to go to a military academy for further studies, it's not impossible for me to become a deputy company commander in a few years."

After hearing what the two said, Wu Jin suddenly felt as if something had suddenly dawned on him.

But then he scratched his head and said awkwardly.

"But, is this just empty talk?"

"Calculate!"

"It doesn't count!"

This time, there was a deviation in the answers given by Guo Haitao and Qin Feng.

The two looked at each other, both feeling a little embarrassed.

Qin Feng touched his nose and explained: "Strictly speaking, something that cannot be realized is called a pie in the sky. If it can be realized, it is called planning for the future, which is a white lie."

Ge Zhiyong slapped him on the thigh and said with a grin, "Why else would you say you're a love saint? You're so perverted, what girl could stand your deception? I'm confused just by listening to you!"

Qin Feng rolled his eyes: "Are you talking like a human being? Next time, pat your own thigh!"

The two of them had a brief fight, which eased the atmosphere in the office.

Wu Jin watched the two of them talking and joking, and a smile gradually appeared on his face.

But the next second, Ge Zhiyong pointed at him and snorted coldly: "What are you laughing at? Who told you to laugh? Stand up straight, stand still!"

Wu Jin quickly squeezed his buttocks together, straightened his back, and stood still.

Seeing him like this, Ge Zhiyong smiled again: "I have seen that girl just now. I can tell that she is a real person."

"I drove so far and carried so many things to come to see you. It means I really like you and want to spend my life with you."

"Not only will we not hold you accountable for this matter, we will also do our best to help you get over it."

"But the prerequisite is that you must be genuinely good to her and not play with her feelings. After you get married, you must hand over your monthly salary on time and you're not allowed to do anything messy."

"Yes, Battalion Commander!" Wu Jin assured.

"And," Guo Haitao added, "you'll have to work harder and endure more hardships in the future."

"As long as you can get another third-class merit or two commendations within the next year, I will personally write a report for you and submit it."

"Thank you, instructor!"

Wu Jin was so moved that he stuttered.

Suddenly, it felt like I had found my goal, and my life felt more fulfilling.

In the army, what people fear most is having no goals and just spending their days aimlessly.

As long as you find your own goal, everything that follows will become more motivated and more energetic!

"Well, I'll go find her first? Um, can I show her around our camp?"

"Of course, she's already engaged, so she's half a military wife."

Wu Jin thanked him repeatedly and was about to leave the office.

Qin Feng called him again, stood up and walked towards him.

"Company Commander, do you have any other instructions?" Wu Jin turned around.

"I'm not stupid. If you go out with the second-term epaulettes on, won't it be immediately exposed? Here, put mine on and make the whole show."

Qin Feng didn't think twice and tore off his epaulettes and stuffed them into his hands.

Wu Jin's body trembled, and a warm feeling surged in his heart.

But before he could say thank you, Guo Haitao had already put a stamped leave note into his pocket.

"I'll give you two days off. The girl came all the way here and brought us so many local specialties."

"Take her for a nice stroll around the city today and tomorrow, and be back with her before 8pm tomorrow night. Is that okay?"

"No problem, no problem!"

As soon as Wu Jin agreed, something was thrown at him.

He subconsciously raised his hand to catch it. It was a car key.

Ge Zhiyong peeled an orange and put it in his mouth, his eyes suddenly lit up: "Hmm, it's quite sweet!"

Then, he threw one to Qin Feng and Guo Haitao, and then said to Wu Jin.

"After all, he's a deputy company commander. How can he go out without a car?"

"Anyway, you have a driver's license, so it's more convenient to drive anywhere, but there's one thing you must remember!"

"Battalion Commander, please say!" Wu Jin's eyes were already starting to turn red with gratitude.

Ge Zhiyong smiled and said, "Ten cups of pearl milk tea, full of sugar, with coconut!"

Guo Haitao also grinned: "Ten servings of Zhengxin chicken cutlets, half with sweet plums and half with pepper and salt!"

Qin Feng thought about it and felt that he didn't have anything to buy, so he raised his eyebrows and said.

"Bring back some Liqun. Your old squad leader, Zhao Pengfei, is almost out of cigarettes. I'll give you the money later... This little thing shouldn't be a problem, Deputy Company Commander Wu?"

"No problem, no problem, I guarantee to complete the task!"

Wu Jin laughed until his eyes became completely moist.

He saluted the three of them vigorously and fell in love with this warm place even more!