"Old Xu, I'm living very well now," Chen Jin-chao replied.
"Fighting and killing, what's good about that? I prefer this kind of peaceful life right now."
Xu Han-chen stopped, his sharp eyes, like those of a falcon, fixed on Chen Jin-chao.
Chen Jin-chao, with a clear conscience, met Xu Han-chen's gaze and said, "I don't want to experience those things a second time. If you, an elder, truly mean well for me, then let me go."
Xu Han-chen withdrew his gaze and shook his head again.
"Xiao Chen."
"Hmm?"
"You've changed. Your eyes are no longer sharp. Back then, you were the sharpest blade under my command, breaking through enemy lines in dozens, even hundreds, of operations and laying the foundation for our victory. If you hadn't retired, you would already be a general." Xu Han-chen's tone was filled with regret.
It should be known.
Chen Jin-chao was only 26 years old this year.
If he had truly been promoted to general at this age, anyone could see how bright his future was.
Xu Han-chen was a man who valued talent and had placed great hopes on Chen Jin-chao.
He had even formulated a plan to groom Chen Jin-chao into his successor, allowing him to gradually take over his power.
All of this,
Vanished into thin air with Chen Jin-chao's somber retirement.
Clearly.
Xu Han-chen had not given up hope and still held aspirations for Chen Jin-chao.
Chen Jin-chao could feel the elder's sincere intentions, but being sent back to that place would inevitably trigger painful memories, and he couldn't help but force a smile. "A good horse doesn't eat from the same pasture twice. If you send me back now, won't others laugh at me?"
"I'm living very well now, Old Xu, please go back."
Xu Han-chen's gaze was deep, and he said with a relaxed demeanor, "Are you really content to be a security guard for the rest of your life? Your talents should not be buried in this bustling city; you should go where you are needed."
"I know."
"You've been dwelling on what happened three years ago, and it has caused you many nightmares."
"But have you ever thought that your comrades… would not blame you? They, more than this old man, wish for you to return to the fight. To defend the country and kill the enemy, to push them back beyond our borders!"
Chen Jin-chao clenched his fists secretly.
The passion that had been dormant for three years showed signs of reawakening.
Xu Han-chen knew his words had had an effect and continued, "We have investigated and found that the incident three years ago was not simple. The mastermind behind that incident has already sent people to infiltrate our country. Don't you want to cut off the heads of our enemies and avenge your comrades?"
"Chen Jin-chao, don't let this old man look down on you!"
"And also…"
"I heard you are dating that girl from the Yu family. That old fox, Mr. Yu, will definitely not agree to his granddaughter dating a security guard. But as long as you nod, this old man will go and propose to the Yu family right now, and they wouldn't dare to refuse."
Chen Jin-chao's blood surged within him.
However, he still couldn't overcome the hurdle in his heart. Hearing Xu Han-chen's last sentence, Chen Jin-chao forced a smile. "Old Xu, what are you talking about? Since you sent people to monitor me, you should know that she and I are just putting on a show; we're not really dating."
"Who knows?" Xu Han-chen said casually.
Chen Jin-chao: "…"
"Old Xu."
"Give me some more time to consider. I'm not mentally prepared yet."
Xu Han-chen laughed heartily, knowing he had succeeded halfway. He patted Chen Jin-chao's shoulders heavily. "Alright, you have my contact information. Let me know when you've made up your mind."
"I've already asked someone to custom-make a general's uniform and a medal of honor for you."
"All that's needed is for Xiao Chen to nod."
Chen Jin-chao felt that he was completely in the old man's grasp.
However, if he could do something for the fallen heroes, Chen Jin-chao would naturally not shirk his duty.
After chatting about family matters with Xu Han-chen for a while longer, Chen Jin-chao hastily bid farewell and rushed off to work, to avoid any trouble from that scoundrel Liu Wen-yao.
Xu Han-chen hadn't been this happy in a long time.
In the past six months, hostile elements had been fiercely carrying out sabotage within the country, and the threat was imminent. Moreover, these individuals were extremely cunning, and ordinary people truly weren't a match for them.
If Chen Jin-chao could take action, he would likely be able to quell the situation quickly.
Two security guards approached Xu Han-chen. Both were surprised by how happy the old man seemed.
One of them hesitated and said, "Old Xu, Old Master Yu has sent a calling card, requesting a time for him to pay a visit."
Upon hearing the security guard's report, Xu Han-chen waved his hand. The security guard immediately understood.
He had his own principles and would absolutely not get too close to merchants. If Yu Ling-xiao insisted on getting close, and Xu Han-chen found it too bothersome, he might even kick him away.
Nine o'clock sharp.
Chen Jin-chao, sweating profusely, clocked in just in time, causing Liu Wen-yao, who was waiting to find fault with him, to lose his smile instantly.
Liu Wen-yao muttered to himself, "How is this trash so punctual?"
Chen Jin-chao walked past Liu Wen-yao and sat at his desk, beginning his day of slacking off.
Speaking of which.
Yu Meng-zhi hadn't contacted him for a day and a night, and Chen Jin-chao actually missed this woman.
He wondered what she was doing.
Half a morning later, Chen Jin-chao was dozing at his desk when Liu Wen-yao received a call and then came to tap on Chen Jin-chao's desk. "Xiao Chen, stop sleeping. You have some work to do now."
"Go to the sixteenth floor. Some computers are broken, and I need you to carry them down."
Chen Jin-chao grunted in acknowledgment.
Mo Cheng-kun, seeing this, also prepared to go up and help. However, Liu Wen-yao stopped Old Mo. "Old Mo, you have other things to do. Go coordinate things in the underground parking lot."
Old Mo looked conflicted. Chen Jin-chao saw this and said, "Uncle Mo, you go ahead."
"Alright!"
Old Mo nodded, his words stuck in his throat.
Chen Jin-chao couldn't help but chuckle. "Uncle Mo, it's just carrying a few computers; it's no big deal."
Arriving at the entrance of an office on the sixteenth floor, Chen Jin-chao knocked.
"Come in!"
Upon receiving permission, Chen Jin-chao pushed the door open and entered.
There was only one employee in the office; the other employees were likely in the adjacent conference room for a meeting. Chen Jin-chao asked, "Excuse me, are the computers in your office broken? Someone asked me to carry them down, is that right?"
The female employee nodded and moved away from her seat, allowing Chen Jin-chao to help her unplug the computer's power cord.
Chen Jin-chao did as he was told.
After unplugging the computer's power, Chen Jin-chao heard a movement behind him and turned around in confusion.
The woman had unbuttoned her shirt, revealing a seductive view to Chen Jin-chao. Her hair was also messy, and she had even deliberately torn her stockings, appearing as if she had been violated.
In a flash.
Chen Jin-chao vaguely understood what was happening. Before he could even dodge, the woman grabbed Chen Jin-chao's hand and pulled it towards her chest.
A piercing scream erupted in Chen Jin-chao's ears, almost tearing his eardrums.
"Ah!!"
"Someone is harassing me! Come quickly and catch this hooligan!!"