novellhall Chapter 163 Spreading Rumors: One Mouth, One Slap!
Chapter 163 Spreading Rumors: One Mouth, One Slap!
To Wenrou's surprise, she had only given Huo Yanchuan a suggestion, and after he went to the army base in the morning, he immediately sent someone to fetch Ma Jun.
"Commander, you wanted to see me?" Ma Jun saluted Huo Yanchuan.
"Hmm, I heard you can drive, even a truck?" Huo Yanchuan's serious and cold eyes fell on Ma Jun.
Although it was just a casual conversation, Huo Yanchuan's oppressive aura was too strong, coupled with his sharp and scrutinizing gaze, making people involuntarily nervous even if they hadn't done anything wrong.
Although he joined the army earlier than Huo Yanchuan, he was always a squad leader.
Huo Yanchuan, on the other hand, graduated from military academy and became a company commander after joining the company.
Even though they weren't in the same company as him, they had all heard about his deeds.
In less than three years, he rose from company commander to his current position as regimental commander.
Moreover, he has made countless military achievements in the army, and the new recruits he has trained are almost all the best in the entire regiment.
He was also known in private as the Cold-Faced Yama because his methods of training people were simply unbearable for ordinary people.
Those who could withstand the strain have already left and joined more elite units.
Was he summoned by Commander Huo at this time because of his impending discharge from the military?
And what if he finds out that I went to see his lover yesterday and comes looking for trouble with me?
At this moment, Ma Jun was extremely flustered and didn't even dare to look Huo Yanchuan in the eye.
Looking at Ma Jun's tense expression, Huo Yanchuan wondered if he was really that scary.
If Huo Yanchuan were to ask this question aloud, I'm afraid not a single person in the entire group would deny it.
In the eyes of the entire group, he was more than just terrifying; he could be described as a devil.
They train them relentlessly, almost to the point of risking their lives.
When Huo Yanchuan first joined the army, he was a force to be reckoned with, and no one could rival him.
Whenever I face him in training, I lose to him in less than a minute.
Back then, he was a troublemaker who didn't respect anyone.
Yet, this very person was able to achieve countless merits in the military and become a figure of worship for many.
"What are you so nervous about? Stand up straight and answer me." Seeing his cowardly appearance, Huo Yanchuan was really starting to doubt the gentle look in his eyes.
"Yes, Commander, I can drive." Ma Jun replied loudly.
"Okay, come with me." Huo Yanchuan nodded, then turned and walked towards the door.
At this moment, a truck was parked at the entrance of the military base. Huo Yanchuan walked forward, grabbed the handrail on one side, and easily got into the truck in a few steps, sitting in the passenger seat.
He then ordered Ma Jun, "Get in and drive the car for me."
His wife can drive this kind of truck. If he can't, he'll be out of a job tomorrow.
Although Huo Yanchuan dotes on his wife, he still has to be strict when it comes to matters of the military, and he cannot tolerate any mistakes.
Even if he recommends someone gently, they still have to pass all the tests; otherwise, their only option is to be discharged from the military.
Upon hearing this, Ma Jun also got into the car and sat in the driver's seat.
He had learned a lot of driving skills from Wenrou, and his driving skills had become more and more proficient. He was now able to handle this kind of truck with ease.
Although he does get nervous when facing the leader, all his nervousness disappears as soon as he sits in that position, leaving only full confidence.
He was confident that he could perform well in front of Director Huo.
Sure enough, once the car started moving, Huo Yanchuan was quite surprised by Ma Jun's abilities.
Unexpectedly, he really was just as Wenrou said; his driving skills were very steady, no worse than Wu Li's, that veteran driver.
After several laps, he didn't make a single mistake.
Huo Yanchuan finally nodded in approval of his skills.
"The unit is currently short of someone to replace Wu Li in transporting supplies, so you'll be the one. I'll go get the approval from the government in a bit. If you don't want to retire so soon, make the most of your abilities and don't disappoint the person who recommended you," Huo Yanchuan reminded him as he left.
Ma Jun never expected that he would be able to transport supplies to the troops.
Does this mean he doesn't have to retire from the military so early?
"Yes, thank you, Commander. I will work hard." After realizing what was happening, Ma Jun saluted Huo Yanchuan with excitement.
However, it was only at this moment that he realized who Huo Tuan had mentioned recommending him?
Aside from his superiors, such as the political commissar, the only people who could speak to Huo Tuan were those he knew.
Clearly, the only person who knows Huo Tuan and is also familiar with him can be the leader's lover.
Ma Jun was surprised that Wenrou would recommend him to Huo Yanchuan, and he was immediately very grateful.
He will definitely perform well and live up to Huo Tuan's expectations.
After finishing her meal, Wenrou had nothing else to do, so she stayed home and looked after her two children.
She waited at home for a while, and after Huo Yanchuan returned, he took her and the two children to the transport team.
He had already sent the old truck over, and even got her two at once.
It might be impossible for others, but it was easy for Huo Yanchuan.
Not only because he was the regimental commander, but also because of Old Master Huo's influence.
Two cars were something Wenrou could manage to get.
When they arrived at the transport team, Wenrou looked at the two large trucks in front of her. Although the bodies were still military green and there was camouflage cloth on the trucks, which showed that they were retired vehicles from the military, they were otherwise similar to other trucks.
Of course, the materials used in military trucks are far superior to those used in ordinary trucks.
After gently inspecting it, she was very satisfied.
"Are you sure these are old trucks retired from the military?" Wenrou asked Huo Yanchuan with some disbelief.
Apart from the cargo box, tires, and other negligible damage, the other parts of these cars were as good as new. She just couldn't believe that these two cars were old cars that had been taken off the road.
Huo Yanchuan nodded. "Of course, the military has higher performance requirements for vehicles than you think. If a vehicle fails to meet the inspection standards even slightly, it will be scrapped."
After all, military vehicles are used differently from ordinary trucks, and even the slightest flaw can become a fatal hidden danger on the battlefield.
So although the two cars he chose for Wenrou did not meet the military's inspection standards, their condition and the parts inside were very new, which was enough for her to use.
He didn't feel comfortable letting her use a car that was too old, as there would still be safety risks.
"Huo Yanchuan, you're amazing!" Wenrou was thrilled that he could even get a car like this.
Seeing her happy expression, Huo Yanchuan couldn't help but smile, his eyes filled with undisguised doting affection.
"Didn't you already know how capable I am?" Wenrou came over and was about to take the child from his arms when she heard the man's soft laughter.
Meeting his gaze, Wenrou finally understood what the man meant.
"You were only serious for a moment before you became unserious again. Do people in your unit know that Commander Huo is like this in private?" Wenrou rolled her eyes at him.
Huo Yanchuan, however, shamelessly said, "Even if they had ten times the courage, they wouldn't dare to pry into my private life."
He's right. He usually scolds us like dogs.
When they're not training, those guys would rather avoid Huo Yanchuan than not. Who would dare to come up to him and cause trouble?
"Alright, it's too hot today. Let's go back quickly. The two children are covered in sweat." Wenrou wiped the sweat from her head and said to Huo Yanchuan.
She wanted to come and check out the car, and since she wasn't comfortable leaving her two children at home, she decided to bring them along.
It's over 40 degrees Celsius outside, so hot that people are almost exhausted and can't breathe. Wenrou really misses the electric fan at home.
Huo Yanchuan responded and carried the child and Wenrou back to the family compound.
As soon as she got home, Wenrou couldn't wait to turn on the electric fan.
A cool breeze blew on my body, instantly dispelling the heat.
"Who invented this electric fan? How is it so amazing? It's a lifesaver in the Gobi Desert during the summer," Wenrou said to Huo Yanchuan while blowing the fan.
Huo Yanchuan went to the kitchen and cut her half a watermelon, then brought her a spoon.
Wenrou comfortably scooped out watermelon with a spoon, but she didn't forget to feed Huo Yanchuan a bite as well.
"How are you? Are you feeling cool?" Wenrou asked him gently.
Huo Yanchuan nodded and hummed in agreement. He was already used to the heat of the Gobi Desert, as this was the environment he usually trained in.
He often told his men that if they, as soldiers, couldn't even stand this heat, they might as well pack up and go home.
The conditions in the Gobi Desert were harsh to begin with, and Huo Yanchuan felt a pang of heartache thinking of Wenrou and her two daughters suffering here with him.
"Wife, I'm sorry for making you and the child suffer here with me," he said with some shame.
If I were to return to Beijing, life would be much better than living here.
Looking at him gently, I could understand the responsibilities he felt as a husband and father.
"Who said my daughter and I are having a hard time here? I don't feel that way at all. On the contrary, I'm enjoying it. You're a soldier, and my daughter and I are proud of you. As long as we're together as a family, it doesn't matter where we are."
That's the truth. Although the environment in the Gobi Desert is harsh, that's precisely why transport teams are needed.
Moreover, in this environment, she has a greater chance of finding opportunities to make a fortune.
Who would turn down money? As long as she thinks about making money, she is full of energy, and other difficulties are nothing.
Hearing her say that, Huo Yanchuan felt an indescribable sense of emotion.
Marrying Wenrou was the best thing he ever did in his life.
Huo Yanchuan didn't stay at home for long before going to the army.
Wenrou quickly made a small lunch, and just as she finished eating, she heard a banging on the door.
The commotion was so loud that the two girls, who had only been asleep for a short while, were woken up.
"Wenrou, come out here." Sun Mei's voice rang out from outside.
Seeing this, Wenrou's face darkened. After coaxing her two daughters inside, she opened the door and went out.
Seeing Wenrou, Sun Mei pointed at her and cursed, "Is it you, you bitch, who made that Ma Jun replace my husband's work? He's only temporarily injured, he's not crippled. Once he recovers, he can drive again. What right do you have to replace him like that? That Ma Jun is just a squad leader, what qualifications does he have to replace my husband's work?"
Sun Mei had just heard the news, and thinking about what she saw Ma Jun and Wen Rou at the entrance of the family compound yesterday, she immediately made this connection.
"I told you you and Ma Jun definitely have an improper relationship. Can you swear you have no ulterior motives? Does Commander Huo know about your relationship?"
Sun Mei is now willing to ruin Wenrou's reputation in order to get revenge on her.
Hearing her repeatedly spread rumors about her and Ma Jun, Wenrou could no longer tolerate it. She went up and slapped Sun Mei hard across the face.
"Are you sober now? Can you speak properly now? Do you know how serious the crime is for spreading rumors about military family members? If you don't want to implicate Wu Li anymore, shut your mouth." Wenrou looked at Sun Mei and reminded her coldly with her arms crossed.
Sun Mei was stunned by the slap, and her face swelled up immediately, showing that Wenrou had used considerable force in the slap.
"You...you dare to hit me?" Sun Mei covered her face, looking at Wenrou in disbelief.
"Why wouldn't I dare? If I hear any more rumors coming from your mouth, I'll slap your mouth to pieces." Wenrou didn't take Sun Mei seriously at all.
This was Wu Li's own mistake, which led to the loss of so many supplies.
He was injured, but the capable should take the lead, and the work of the army should not be delayed because of him.
Besides, Ma Jun's abilities are no less than Wu Li's, so why can't he be given a chance?
As for Wu Li, we can only wait until his injury heals before making any decisions.
Sun Mei was already dissatisfied with Huo Yanchuan and Wenrou because of Wu Li's demotion, and now Wu Li's job has been taken over by someone else.
If we wait until Wu Li recovers from his injuries, it will be too late, and he will have no choice but to retire and return to his hometown.
She was destined to be the battalion commander's wife. Even if her husband made a mistake, he should at least be a company commander. But this time he was demoted two ranks. How could she accept that?
Although the conditions here are harsh, she is still a military wife. Who in the village wouldn't envy that?
But when Wu Li is discharged from the army and returns to his hometown, she will have nothing left.
Sun Mei covered her face and went home. Thinking about how she had been bullied and how her husband couldn't help her at all, she became angrier and angrier.
"Where have you been? What time is it? Why haven't you cooked yet?" Wu Li asked, frowning, as he looked at Sun Mei, who had returned from outside in a huff.
He gave all his allowance to her. He knew she was lazy, so he ate all his meals in the army.
Now that he's injured, not only does she not help him, but she also wants him to cook for her, so Wu Li is naturally unhappy.