Early the next morning, Yan Zheng knocked on the door of the generals, since picking up Yan Zheng, there has been no intersection between the two, and there are not many opportunities to meet, Yan Zheng only knows that the general's surname is Guo, and he hasn't even asked his full name, but he has opened a small stove for a few generals, but that's all, but General Guo has been silently paying attention to Yan Zheng, not only often seeing him training on the martial arts field, but also learning a lot about Yan Zheng from Lu Wuchang.

Du Tong's eyes were right, this warrior who returned safely from the secluded realm alone showed strong resilience, not only was he not defeated by the painful defeat, but quickly walked out of his grief and devoted himself to hard training, and according to the guards who checked his belongings when he came back, his backpack was full of armor tablets with the names of his comrades, indicating that he was a loving and righteous person, and looking at his interactions with the soldiers of the Eighth Guard, it was indeed the case, there could be such a person to come to the Eighth Guard, It is indeed a blessing for the guard.

"I came to you so early and disturbed your rest, I just didn't want to be too conspicuous, so I came here while everyone was training." Yan Zheng saluted the general and did not shy away from saying his thoughts.

Compared with the first time they met, Yan Zheng's spirit was still so uplifted, under the exercise of hard training and hard work, his physique became stronger, and the general casually glanced at it with his divine sense, except that he did not open the Qi Sea to awaken the supernatural power like a monk, Yan Zheng's other places have become perfect, the bones in his body are strong, and the meridians have obviously undergone some exercise, it is estimated that he learned the technique of breaking steel from Lao Lu, to put it bluntly, as long as there is a suitable exercise and a few pills to support, It was easy for Yan Zheng to break away from mortals and become a monk.

"You and I don't have to be polite, Yan Zheng, what's the matter with coming to me? Just say yes. It is his responsibility to help his subordinates solve problems, so the general motioned to Yan Zheng but said that it was okay.

Yan Zheng was not verbose, and said bluntly: "According to common sense, I will not be on the list of the fifty-eighth exploration operation, but now I want to take the initiative to apply to participate in this operation, I hope you can fulfill it." ”

"Oh? Do you want to participate? The general raised his eyebrows, "I won't hide it from you, you are indeed not in the list of this exploration operation, you are in the list drafted for the first time, but Wei Dutong asked me to delete you from the perspective of the long-term development of the Wei Institute, because you have the experience of surviving alone in the secluded realm, Dutong hopes that you can pass on these experiences to others, and the direction of this operation is completely different from the previous one, it can be said that it is full of dangers, even so, do you still want to go?" ”

"Thank you for telling me the truth, but I've thought about it, and I'm still going." Yan Zheng's attitude did not change in the slightest because of what the general said, his tone was very firm, and his eyes were full of unwavering light.

"I understand, I will report to both of you again and try to achieve your demands, but if the two of you really object, I hope you can also understand their good intentions."

Xu was moved by Yan Zheng's tenacity, General Guo agreed, he thought that Yan Zheng might come, but when Yan Zheng really came, he still couldn't believe it in his heart, the danger of the secluded realm is obvious to all, many soldiers who have participated in the exploration operation would rather quit the army than perform the second mission, he can understand Yan Zheng's feelings of losing all his comrades, because before he was promoted to general, he also carried out a secluded exploration mission, in that mission, many of his comrades-in-arms who joined the army at the same time were all sacrificed, Only he and the few remaining people remained, and until now, he would rather give up the promotion opportunity at his fingertips, and he has never been to the Netherworld for the second time.

As soon as he walked out of the door, Yan Zheng saw everyone standing outside, Lao Lu led a few veterans who got along with him day and night to wait outside the door for some time, the aprons they were holding in their hands hadn't even had time to put on, in the morning, in order not to make everyone rest, Yan Zheng deliberately got up early and left the dormitory, he didn't want to be too public, so he wanted to hide it from everyone, and when he was leaving, he didn't expect to be noticed by Lao Lu and everyone.

"You kid is too unsophisticated, how can you not tell us about such a big thing, we can also prepare something for you, just the little money in your hand, I'm afraid you can't even afford a decent set of armor." A veteran spoke in a relaxed tone and was the first to break the silence.

Another veteran walked over and stretched out his hand to punch Yan Zheng in the chest, "I said that you exercise so diligently, it turns out that you have long thought of going on a mission, your small body is still not strong enough, I should have opened a few more small stoves for you before." ”

The third veteran seemed to suddenly think of something, "You said that Yan Zheng must not mention a military commander when he comes back from going out this time, then there will be two military captains in our kitchen at that time, and our big brothers will have to call the little brother the chief haha." ”

The fourth veteran was the one who took Yan Zheng out to play last time, "Yan Zheng, I'm different from them, I only do practical things, remember to bring some good things to the big brothers when you go out, and when you come back, I'll take you to chic, if you don't like Lu Qiong, I'll ask their mother to call all the girls out for you to choose." ”

The last one to come over was Lu Wuchang, his eyes were full of concern, the centipede-like hideous scar on his face seemed to have softened, the old soldiers were around him and didn't pay attention, and when Lao Lu came over, Yan Zheng saw a long knife with a black scabbard in his hand.

"I don't have anything to get my hands on, only this knife is a little useful, this knife is made by a master I found, it's not a magic weapon, but it's a lot better than the standard weapons we issued, this knife has been with me for more than ten years, but I definitely won't need it in the future, so I'll give it to you."

Lu Wuchang handed the knife to Yan Zheng, he said casually, but from the way he looked at the knife like an old lover for many years, he knew how important this knife was to him.

Yan Zheng respectfully stretched out his hands and took the long knife, the long knife is about three feet long, three fingers wide, the scabbard is unpretentious black, the surface is engraved with fine lines like fish scales, Yan Zheng draws the knife out of the sheath, the blade is as bright as autumn water, the blade reflects the cold light in the sun, the knife is exquisitely designed, the handle is wrapped with thick cowhide to increase friction, it is very comfortable to hold in the hand, it is really a good knife!

Since coming to the Eighth Guard, Chief Lu Wu not only took good care of Yan Zheng, but also carefully taught him the skill of cooking, and even taught him the cultivation method of breaking the steel technique, and now he has given away the treasure knife that has been with him for many years, and his kindness to him is not deep, Yan Zheng secretly decided that if he can return safely this time, he must try his best to improve everyone's current life, and the verbal promises are always false, and he wants to do something practical for these people who care about him.

"Thank you to Chief Lu Wu for giving me the sword, Yan Zheng will definitely not bury this divine weapon!"

Yan Zheng saluted Lao Lu from the bottom of his heart, and Lao Lu's face also showed a smile of relief, it was also his blessing to be able to cultivate such an excellent person as Yan Zheng.

Lao Lu patted Yan Zheng's shoulder heavily, and admonished: "Although I don't know what you think in the end, but since you have already chosen, then we all respect your decision, I only hope you can remember, the eighth guard, no, at least the kitchen of the eighth guard, this will always be your home, if you don't know where to go?" Come back then, we'll all be waiting for you here. ”

After saying this, there seemed to be tears flashing in Lao Lu's eyes, but he quickly turned around and left alone, leaving only Yan Zheng with a Xiao Suo's back, for no reason, Yan Zheng suddenly remembered the "Back" written by Zhu Ziqing about his father, probably Lu Wuchang's heart is now the same as the father who sent his son to the train at that time.

Before Yan Zheng began to prepare, the veterans had already bought almost all the things needed for the exploration operation, and this exploration operation was going to a completely unfamiliar new route, so the things to carry should be as complete as possible, after all, similar missions in the past, the casualty rate was not small, Yan Zheng packed up his things almost, and went to the warehouse to prepare the tents, first-aid medicines, food and drinking water and other materials needed by the large army, and waited until the preparation before departure was basically over, There are only a few days left before the start of the operation.

In the past, before leaving, the soldiers who were about to participate in the exploration operation would be given a day off, Yan Zheng wanted to go to the kitchen to help, but was rejected by the veterans, they were a little sad to lend Yan Zheng a lot of money, let him go to Qingguan Town to have fun, made Yan Zheng cry and laugh, but he also understood what those veterans thought, they must have thought that Yan Zheng would never come back, and the money lent to him was basically equivalent to the meat bun beating the dog and not returning.

Yan Zheng was also a little confused with this money, after all, he couldn't spend much on eating, drinking and having fun alone, and suddenly he remembered that there was a person, and it was a good place to spend money.

A few hours later, Yan Zheng had already put on soft and light silk pajamas and sat in Lu Qiong's boudoir, Lu Qiong was no longer restrained and afraid when she saw him, but took the initiative to give him a salute to Nana, the girl was still a flower and moon, swallow shadow butterfly posture, the sad feeling between the eyebrows and eyes was gone, maybe it was a change of mood, and the whole person was a little more bright and gorgeous.

The girl approached Yan Zheng's side and said, "The official came to look for Lu Qiong this time, aren't you still worried?" I want to kiss Fangze. ”

"That's not true, I just think you sing well, and I want to hear it before I leave."

Yan Zheng reached out and touched her head, the girl lowered her head obediently, revealing Bai Shengsheng's neck, Lu Qiong's hair was very soft, and the headdress dotted with her hair was inlaid with gems, which didn't look cheap, probably a rich merchant gave it to her, although Qingguan Town's commerce and trade are not developed, but as a border town, it naturally has a unique style, and occasionally rich businessmen come here to enjoy the scenery of the north.

"Official, are you leaving? Will it be back? Lu Qiong's eyes revealed a trace of imperceptible sadness, and she asked Yan Zheng.

"Of course I'll be back, I don't have anywhere else to go." Yan Zheng suddenly thought of something as he spoke, he looked at Lu Qiong and asked, "Lu Qiong, what is your dream?" ”

"The slave family doesn't know, since leaving home, Lu Qiong has gone to Qingguan Town, followed her mother to learn to do things, the slave family itself is not careful, just hope to earn more money to supplement the family." Green Joan replied.

"You shouldn't just stay in a small place like this, so that even if you spend your whole life, you won't make much money." Yan Zheng said, "If you want, I will find a way to help you, although I don't say how much I can change, but it's better than now, how about it?" Would you like to? ”

"If Engong can help the slave family, the slave family is naturally grateful, and the slave family knows that although Engong is a military master, it is much better than those rich businessmen and officials." Lu Qiong said and stood up and bowed down to Yan Zheng, she didn't quite understand why Yan Zheng asked her what her dream was, but she instinctively felt that Yan Zheng could really help her change the status quo.

"Get up, I'm just doing what I can." Yan Zheng said as he lifted Lu Qiong up from the ground.

Lu Qiong's eyes were full of tears, and she sobbed quietly, "Engong's move, the little woman has nothing to repay, Lu Qiong has no long things, only this dirty body, I don't know when I can repay Engong." ”

Yan Zheng didn't say anything more, he just touched Lu Qiong's head again, then picked up the good wine on the table, leaned against the window and drank it, somehow, he suddenly wanted to help the girl in front of him, otherwise wouldn't his ability be a waste? And after receiving the girl's thanks, he actually felt extremely comfortable in his heart, if a system suddenly appeared now, then there was a high probability that Yan Zheng's chivalrous value would be increased.

When he was slightly drunk, Yan Zheng patted the window edge with his hand and hummed a song.

"I'm a salted fish, I don't want to admit it, I can't deny it, don't sympathize with me, I'm stupid and praise me, I'm naïve, and I still dream of turning over

Even if the salted fish turns over and is still a salted fish, it is sincere to lose, at least in the end, I still have the self-esteem that salted fish does not rot

I don't have any talent, but I have the innocence of dreams

I'm stupid not stupid, I'm going to prove it with my whole life

If I have a dream, if there is anything wrong with it, I will understand more clearly what persistence is

If I have a dream, I have to be crazy enough, crazy enough to become a hero

There will always be a legend of mine~"

Lu Qiong wiped away her tears and listened attentively to Yan Zheng's singing, Yan Zheng's eyes looked into the distance, as if she had remembered something, and was a little distracted.

After Yan Zheng finished singing, Lu Qiong, who was sitting on the side, applauded happily, and then asked with some curiosity: "I don't understand the song sung by Engong, is the salted fish in the lyrics talking about the fish caught by fishermen in the East China Sea?" My hometown is in the East China Sea, my father is to help people dry salted fish and sell it for money, Engong has also been to the East China Sea, has he tasted the salted fish there? ”

Looking at Lu Qiong's serious and coquettish appearance, Yan Zheng smiled happily, and he also pretended to be serious and replied: "The salted fish here is not really a salted fish, but a metaphor, and the actual meaning of the lyrics is that everyone should have dreams." ”

"Then I understand, it turns out that salted fish can also be used as a metaphor for dreams." Lu Qiong was thoughtful, she suddenly turned to Yan Zheng and asked, "Engong, what is your dream?" ”

Yan Zheng smiled, he took a sip of wine, and repeated like a dream, "My dream, yes, my dream ......"