Chapter 71: Don’t You Know? I’ve Already Registered at No. 1 Middle School!
Chapter 71: Don't You Know? I've Already Registered at No. 1 Middle School!
After learning the real reason why they were invited to join the Dayan City Military Region,
and realizing that they had unknowingly completed all the enlistment procedures,
there was no turning back.
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A Moment of Shock
The three little ones were completely frozen.
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At first, they were stunned and dumbfounded.
But once they calmed down and thought it through,
they realized that following Xu Yan had always been the safest option.
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No matter what dangers they had faced…
As long as they were by Xu Yan's side, they were never truly in danger.
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The Ultimate Safety Net
Even if they were now in the military…
Even if they were sent to the frontlines one day…
As long as Xu Yan was there, they knew they'd survive.
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To them, the real danger wasn't joining the army.
It was being separated from Xu Yan.
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At this point, they couldn't imagine a future without him.
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So, rather than panicking,
they felt relieved.
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"If we die, we die."
"But with Xu Yan here, it won't be easy to die anyway."
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Suspension from No. 8 Middle School
The four of them followed Principal Huang back to No. 8 Middle School
to finalize their suspension paperwork before heading home to pack.
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Rumors and Chaos at No. 8 Middle School
Meanwhile, the whispers among teachers and students continued to spread.
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"They've suspended school!
"Xu Yan, Gao Yang, Bai Ding, and Wang Ke have ALL suspended their studies!
"This confirms everything!"
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"The military's punishment has been issued!"
"All four of them have been severely disciplined!"
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"If the military is taking action, the Education Bureau's punishment won't be far behind!"
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"We need to transfer schools immediately!
"We can't afford to wait!"
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Mass Exodus Begins
"I'm so scared! I've already transferred to No. 7 Middle School!
"Goodbye, everyone—I'm out!"
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"Wait, what!? Already!?"
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"That guy is only this fast because his dad is rich!"
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"Where's Zhang Hao? I haven't seen him."
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"Don't you know?
"He's already registered at No. 1 Middle School!"
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"Damn it! I thought I was fast, but he's even faster!"
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"I respect that. Goodbye, everyone!"
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Keeping It a Secret
Neither Principal Huang nor Xu Yan announced their enlistment in the military.
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District Chief Ding had explained that their recruitment status was still temporary.
They had to pass the recruit assessment first before it became official.
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And from what District Chief Ding said,
the recruit assessment wasn't easy.
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In fact, it was expected that they might fail.
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Even District Chief Ding himself suggested that they use the upcoming recruit assessment as practice
to prepare for the next one.
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So, if they failed and had to return to school,
it would be embarrassing if everyone already believed they had joined the military.
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Thus, they decided to stay quiet for now.
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"Once we officially pass,
"then we'll hang banners at the school,
"make a huge announcement,
"and shout it from the rooftops!"
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Returning Home
After finishing their suspension paperwork,
the four of them went home.
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They needed to pack before heading to their recruit assessment.
Since they'd be gone for a long time,
they wanted to report it to their parents.
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Not Telling the Whole Truth
They agreed that there was no point in telling their parents everything just yet.
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If they failed the recruit assessment multiple times,
or worse—if Gao Yang and Bai Ding never passed at all—
they might have to return to school anyway.
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So they decided not to tell their parents they were joining the army
until they officially received their military IDs.
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Xu Yan's Conversation with His Parents
At the dinner table,
Xu Yan casually mentioned:
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"Mom, Dad, the Military Joint School is organizing a summer camp."
"It's a rare opportunity—I have to try it."
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"Gao Yang and I might leave for a few months."
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His parents didn't object.
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After all, Xu Yan had somehow passed his second-year exams
and was now qualified for the college entrance exam.
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To them, that was already a miracle.
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Now that he was showing ambition,
they were pleased.
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Dad Xu Shan asked:
"How much does it cost?"
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Mom quickly scolded him:
"Why are you even asking?
"Xu Yan's career path is already tough enough!
"We can't let money hold him back!"
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"If we need to, we'll sell my jewelry!"
"No matter how expensive it is, we'll pay for it!"
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Hearing this,
Xu Yan felt warmth in his heart.
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He smiled and reassured them:
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"No need. It's free."
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"I'm full."
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After clearing his dishes,
Xu Yan quietly slipped a bank card into their dresser drawer.
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It contained 300,000 yuan—
all his current savings.
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Gao Yang's Family Reaction
At Gao's Restaurant,
his parents were busy serving customers.
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As Gao Yang helped them,
he hesitated before finally saying:
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"Mom, I'm going to the military district."
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She barely looked up from her cooking.
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"Okay."
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Gao Yang: "Aren't you curious!?"
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"What's there to be curious about?
"Xu Yan's parents already told me.
"It's just a summer camp, right?
"Go have fun!"
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"Remember to pack extra food so your friends don't go hungry!"
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Gao Yang: "…Alright then."
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Bai Ding's Family Reaction
At Bai Ding's home,
his father was carving a stone lion.
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Without looking up,
he simply said:
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"Are you sure?"
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Bai Ding nodded.
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"Yes, Dad."
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His father continued carving.
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"Alright, then live a good life in the military."
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"Stay safe."
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Wang Ke's Family Reaction
Wang Ke's home was empty.
She lit incense in front of three framed photos—
her father, mother, and sister.
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She gently wiped the dust from three old military medals placed beneath them.
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Then she whispered:
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"Dad, Mom, Sis… I finally became a soldier."
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"Now, it's my turn to be someone else's blessing."
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End of Chapter.