317: They returned to Xiangcheng by military aircraft.
"I will work harder and strive to become the Captain of the Womens Detachment after the women's sub-detachment is established."
Hearing Xiao Niannian say this, Lu Jing said with a smile.
"I believe in you."
Niannian's ability already surpasses that of an ordinary Special Combat Member, and in the past year, many people have learned a lot from Niannian... "Now that the matter is being handled by those above, we might be recalled..."
These matters were not classified, so Lu Jing also told Niannian.
Xiao Niannian had guessed this before. Hearing Lu Jing say it now, she looked at Lu Jing.
"I guessed this too. Regardless of what happens next, as long as the country needs us, we are ready to fight at any time."
"Mhm."
Another two or three days passed. During the New Year period, the Division Headquarters also felt the atmosphere of celebrating the New Year.
Although they couldn't put up Couplets or Window Decorations right now, many places in the Division Headquarters had piled up snowmen, and some had piled up snow figures of Planes and Cannons.
Hearing the assembly call, Xiao Niannian immediately ran out.
"comrades, we have successfully completed our mission. Now, we are returning home..."
Hearing Lu Jing's words, the Soldiers cheered.
In the Special Combat Production Brigade, the New Year would be very lively, and celebrating the New Year at the Division Headquarters was also lively. But here, while it was lively, the atmosphere at the Division Headquarters felt a bit off these past few days.
Now that they heard they could go home, their mood was naturally excited.
Some Soldiers originally thought they would enter the Primeval Forest again to deal with the Bear Soldiers.
Xiao Niannian got into the Military Truck. This time, she sat in the cab. The driver was Squad Leader Li, and Lu Jing sat in the same cab as her.
Xiao Niannian listened to Lu Jing commanding various things along the way... Before long, Xiao Niannian fell asleep.
The car drove much faster on this journey than when they arrived.
"Grandma, Grandparents."
Now that Xiao Niannian had an Entry/Exit Permit, she no longer needed to be inspected when entering the Military Unit Compound.
"Niannian is back."
Grandpa Gu, Grandma Gu, and Grandma Xiao stood up excitedly.
"Niannian, are you hurt?"
The Grandparents walked toward Xiao Niannian with worried expressions.
Seeing the Grandparents' worried appearance, Xiao Niannian replied with a smile.
"Thank you, Grandparents, for your concern. I am not hurt."
Grandma Gu and Grandma Xiao carefully sized up their Granddaughter for a moment. Seeing that her complexion was excellent, the two finally felt relieved.
"Niannian, tomorrow you and Sister-in-law Xiao will take a plane back..."
Hearing Grandpa's words, Xiao Niannian nodded.
"Okay."
Xiao Niannian thought they were taking an ordinary Passenger Plane, but unexpectedly, they were taking a Military Plane this time.
Shortly after Xiao Niannian and Grandma got off the plane upon arriving at Datopu Airport in Xiang Province, a comrade wearing a military uniform walked over.
"Excuse me, are you Grandma Xiao and Comrade Xiao?"
After seeing him salute, Xiao Niannian returned a Military Salute.
"Hello, comrade. Yes, we are."
"We were arranged by the Leader to escort Grandma Xiao and you back home..."
"Thank you."
Grandma Xiao had originally sent a Telegram to Xiao Shu and the others, informing them of their return and asking them to pick them up.
Unexpectedly, Brother Gu and Sister-in-law Gu had arranged everything.
"Sixth Aunt, Niannian."
Xiao Niannian heard Uncle Xiao Shu's voice and looked over.
She saw Uncle Xiao Shu jogging over.
"Xiao Shu."
Grandma Xiao was extremely happy to see her Nephew.
"I received the Telegram and originally planned to drive the Commune's Tractor to pick you up, but someone called me and they drove me here today..."
"That's wonderful, wonderful."
Grandma Xiao nodded happily.
Xiao Xiaoshu looked at Xiao Niannian and said with a chuckle.
"Niannian, did you get promoted?"
Xiao Xiaoshu had been a Soldier for several years, so he naturally understood what Four Pockets meant.
"Yes."
"That's fantastic! You truly are the pride of our Xiao Family..."
Uncle Xiao Shu was extremely excited.
"Niannian said she wanted to give you a surprise..."
Grandma Xiao explained with a smile on her face.
"That's wonderful, wonderful. If your father knew this under the Nine Springs, he would surely be gratified..."
When Uncle Xiao Shu said this, he immediately realized his mistake.
"Aunt, I..."
How could he mention Brother Zhan Xiao in front of his Aunt? Wasn't that like stabbing Sixth Aunt in the heart?
"Xiao Shu, you don't need to apologize."
After getting into the car, Uncle Xiao Shu excitedly asked Xiao Niannian.
"Niannian, quickly tell Uncle Xiao Shu about your affairs..."
Although Sixth Aunt had also sent a few Telegrams back, and they had written a few Letters, they truly didn't know about the promotion.
"Uncle Xiao Shu, I'll tell you when we get back."
Hearing Niannian's words, Uncle Xiao Shu regained his composure.
"Uncle Xiao Shu is too happy."
The car arrived at the Xiao Family's new house.
Xiao Niannian opened the Compound Gate and saw that the Compound was spotless.
"We often come over to clean. The Quilts and Sheets in the house were all made by my mother, my wife, and my sister-in-law..."
Xiao Xiaoshu helped carry the luggage into the house and said with a smile.
"Xiao Shu, thank you."
Grandma Xiao was incredibly moved when she heard this.
"Sixth Sister-in-law."
Tenth Grandma's voice sounded at the doorway, and several other people walked over.
Xiao Niannian placed several large bags of luggage inside the house.
"These Locks are all newly bought. Niannian, you take the Keys. Uncle wrote words and made marks on all the Keys..."
"Thank you, Uncle Xiao Shu."
Xiao Niannian looked inside the house. There was a new Bed and a new set of Cabinets.
Xiao Niannian felt even more grateful to Tenth Grandfather's Family.
When Xiao Niannian returned, she also brought Gifts for Uncle Xiao Shu's family, which is why she had several large bags of luggage this time.
"Niannian, come out quickly and let us take a look..."
Grandma Xiao was surrounded by the Villagers, listening to Grandma Xiao talk about the events of the past few days.
The grandmas and Aunts in the village were all surprised to hear that Xiao Niannian had joined the Military Unit.
The last time Xiao Niannian came back with people from the Military Unit, some of them were present, but they still didn't quite believe that Xiao Niannian had joined the Military Unit.
Now that they knew Grandma Xiao and Xiao Niannian were back, they all wanted to see Xiao Niannian, the Female Soldier.
Xiao Niannian closed the door and walked out.
Seeing Xiao Niannian walk out, many grandmas and Aunts were quite surprised.
They watched Xiao Niannian grow up. Although Xiao Niannian didn't talk much before, she had a gentle demeanor. But now, Xiao Niannian possessed an indescribable Imposing Aura, and seeing it made them feel a little nervous... "Niannian, did you really join the Military Unit?"
"You are truly amazing."
"Oh my, Niannian looks so different I almost don't recognize her."
"She looks so handsome..."
Village Head Xiao also hurried over. Seeing Xiao Niannian wearing the Four Pockets Clothing, he was also a bit surprised.
However, at a time like this, he didn't ask about it publicly.
"Tenth Grandfather, Tenth Grandma."
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