The military-style fitness meals were served in rows of aromatic, visually appealing buffet stations from across the country, neatly lined up on both sides of the line. You could eat as much as you wanted. There were also special dishes for children, like grilled skewers - those --warm, greasy, and sweet-sour sausages that are a winter staple. The moment you take a bite, wow, its incredibly delicious. This perfectly suited Xiao Xis taste buds, giving her the feeling of a vacation experience.
In the Guardian Army Camp, soldiers daily meals primarily consist of light, healthy, and nutritionally balanced meals. However, these meals tend to be too bland for childrens palates. Thats why today were making an exception - thanks to the kids insistence - by having a star chef whip up a special meal to spice things up.
After having their fill, everyone moved into the armys dedicated tent-- under the guidance of the old battalion commander. The tent was spacious, with five rooms, one living room, and one bathroom. Though not luxurious, it was exceptionally clean and tidy. The quilts were so well-maintained they looked like perfectly dried tofu - absolutely spotless!
As night deepened, the full moon rose high in the sky. By now, most of the children had gone to bed, but the moonlight did not stop shining, for it was meant to keep company with a good child-- Ah Jun who couldnt sleep.
Why was he having trouble sleeping? Maybe it was the time of his ordeal, maybe it was missing his family too long away from home, or maybe it was not receiving a letter from his good friend for a long time?
But the truth was, the boy himself didnt know why. He just knew he wasnt in the mood for an early bedtime-- So Ah Jun just kept staring at the stars. After what seemed like ages, his sleepy little body finally gave in.
-- Why dont you go to the bathroom and sleep!
He entered the living room and noticed the headlights were still on. He guessed Xiao Xi had forgotten to turn them off after completing the game--Whats the matter? The bathroom lights were also on. Was there still some water sound? There was someone inside... But everyone had already gone to bed. Who could it be?
Ajun walked to the door with a little confusion, knocked twice, and waited for a while. After all, everyone lives together, so we should be careful.
But, no response... um! Guess its the third brothers work again!
So, Ah Jun began to unlock the door with relief, but it wasnt locked. Just as he pushed it open, a scream suddenly rang out-- This terrified him. Without time to look around, driven by instinct, he quickly turned his head, grabbed the door handle, and spun around to slam it shut, repeatedly apologizing outside the door...
This situation has been encountered before, but back then, everyone was still young, and Xiao Tianmeis voice wasnt so exaggerated, after all, she didnt see anything -- But now, this pitch seems to be female, but it sounds a bit strange.
After a while, Ah Jun came to his senses. Then, he thought carefully again, no, that was wrong! At this moment, the people who had been awakened by the sudden sound began to come to the living room one by one, so everyone gathered.
However, then, Ah Jun was even more confused--there was only Ninger in the team, so who was the woman just now?
He looked at his bewildered companions and knocked again, but there was no response!
At this time, Xiao Xi was still yawning and complaining-- He was a little confused, how could his brother, who always went to bed early, stay up at night and actually be so bold in the living room!
Of course, Xiao Xi was confused. After Yuwen Lu and Ninger exchanged glances, they gave A Jun a definite look-- Then, the door opened again, but there was no one inside, only, the window that was not tightly closed, making some noise, probably due to the wind.
Ah Jun turned to look at his companions. At this moment, Xiao Xi had already taken the opportunity to turn off the headlights for everyone and went back to sleep, nothing was wrong, what was there to do-- The remaining three people stayed behind and inspected the interior together, but found nothing unusual, so they had to close the windows.
-- Is it my hallucination? It seems that staying up late really doesnt work!
Just as the other two companions were about to return to their rooms, Ah Jun suddenly froze in place, muttering to himself-- Wait, I checked this window earlier. Was it Xiao Xi who opened it? Hmm... Could those people have come looking for trouble again over the gold hairpin... Oh no, I didnt see Xiao Jiuwo. Xiao Maos hearing must be sharper than mine...
" What happened to you --"
At this time, Ninger was also worried on the side. Just as she was about to care for her friend, she saw A Jun suddenly rush into the bedroom of Xiao Jiuwo in three steps.
The moment the door was pushed open, Ah Juns eyes narrowed, and then his mind could no longer remain calm and rational.
The bed was empty, no trace of the kitten, nowhere-- good, little dimples, kidnapped by a bounty hunter?!
Originally, with Ah Juns character, he should have been more calm, thinking of countermeasures, and then, starting to act, very rational. But this time, he ran toward the gate without any plan, with a face full of panic and confusion.
It may be the responsibility entrusted by others, or it may be the anxiety of the heart-- But at this time, all the onlookers know that Ah Juns impulse is not only ineffective, but also likely to drag him into it.
You know, if this was the work of those bounty hunters, well, their real intention is still the same!
"Where to find..."
Just then, Yuwen Lu standing at the door, after gently pulling Ninger, turned to Ah Jun who had already passed his companions and asked coldly-- Although his words were calm and did not have any deterrent force, they were enough to make Ah Jun stop.
-- Yeah, where is she now? What am I supposed to do!
"Ah... Whats wrong with this? Are you still allowed to sleep..."
Just as Ah Jun was preparing for the brainstorming, Xiao Xi came over again-- He turned on his headlights, looked at Yuwen Lus cold face, smiled at Ning er, and suddenly felt displeased...
"Get lost! Move your sweaty hands!"
As usual, Yuwen Lu would not pay any attention to Xiao Xis opinion, but this time, he immediately withdrew his hand protecting Ning er.
-- Hmm... well, thats about it. Looks like I still have some boyfriend power!
Xiao Xi was still gloating and relieved, ready to step in and mediate the conflict. But... this kid was really overthinking-- In reality, Yuwen Lu hadnt paid any attention to others at all. Then he picked up his book and calmly, arrogantly reminded: "By your reasoning, eight minutes have passed since then. With those peoples abilities, you couldnt catch up! But your cat isnt worth..."
"Yea, you man, talk what you say, pretend what you pretend!"
"-- So, two possibilities. One, theyre waiting for you to hook up. Two, theres no kidnapping and your cat got away on his own!"
" hello!"
Yuwen Lu was studying the book intently while making rational analyses, which perfectly aligned with Ah Juns perspective. Naturally, Xiao Xi couldnt stand his manner. "Just now when he was pulling Ning er, now hes acting so clingy! Me!"
"Um, yes! Ah Jun..."
At this moment, Ning er, who had been watching Ah Jun in the corner, did not pay attention to the boys opinion and said-- But Ah Jun was not in the mood to listen now. He grabbed the impulsive boy and decisively abandoned his plan. With gratitude, he looked at Yuwen Lu and waited for his companions action plan.
"Brother... is he trustworthy?"
Then, immediately after that, Yuwen Lu briefly explained his plan, which looked very impressive, but Xiao Xi questioned it-- And Ah Jun had no time to discuss with his third brother, so he immediately chose to believe, after all, this new friends previous rescue had made him feel trust for no reason.
" move about!"
Then, at Yuwen Lus command, everyone began to act in an orderly manner-- Xiao Xi, as requested by the group, smiled and followed the girl westward for reconnaissance; A Jun explored north under the protection of half the camps soldiers; while Yuwen Lu returned alone. At his suggestion, everyone carried military smoke signals for emergencies.
"If anything is wrong, send a signal immediately and all of you go back to camp before dawn!"
" groan～"