Chapter 357: Chapter 357: A Farewell Too Late Chapter 357: Chapter 357: A Farewell Too Late “Captain, Captain! This…” Hu Biao stammered, somewhat tongue-tied. The fact that the medic didn’t give him a slap on the ear left him confused about what was happening.
Not just him, everyone seemed to be watching the scene unfold as if it were a play.
It was only then that Bai Xiao and An Zhiyuan realized the uncanny silence that had befallen the entire high ground. Aside from the scorching wind and the chirping of insects, not a single voice was heard, as all eyes were intently fixed on them.
“This is my fiancée, Bai Xiao!” An Zhiyuan explained.
He would not let everyone misunderstand this situation.
With one sentence, he thawed the frozen atmosphere, and everyone started to smile, warmed by the scene.
A pair of engaged lovers meeting here was indeed a beautiful tale.
“Captain, we’re running out of time.” Hu Biao really wanted to give the captain some time with his fiancée, but time wouldn’t allow it. They were not in a time of peace; there was no room for personal affection or sweet nothings. They faced a harsh reality where they couldn’t risk the lives of everyone. He couldn’t, and neither could the captain.
An Zhiyuan’s grip on Bai Xiao’s shoulder was so tight that it caused her pain. He shook his head, “Next time, there will always be a chance. We’re in the same area; we’ll surely meet again. You must take care!” Bai Xiao hugged him tightly once more, using her special ability to give him a cycle of energy.
No matter what, she hoped her beloved would return to her unharmed.
Hu Biao wiped his eyes, not sure why they felt so sour and swollen.
Bai Xiao pushed An Zhiyuan away.
She walked to the stretcher and joined the line, while An Zhiyuan saluted Hu Biao.
“Safe journey!”
All the team members saluted, and the Transporters, who suffered the most casualties in the group, were the ones who truly deserved respect.
Hu Biao stood at attention and saluted.
“Move out!”
The twelve figures vanished swiftly into the night.
An Zhiyuan quietly watched as they disappeared. He didn’t know how many dangers awaited them on that rugged path. His anxiety was something none could understand. He wished he could escort Bai Xiao safely to the base, but he knew he had his duties, the responsibilities of a man. He could not move, his steps as heavy as if weighed down by a thousand pounds.
Everything felt like an unexpected dream. He could still feel the warmth in his arms and the faint fragrance unique to Bai Xiao, yet he had to watch her disappear before his eyes without having the chance to say a word.
And it was a path that might lead to no return, yet there was nothing he could do.
“Captain, your fiancée has come here; how come you never mentioned it before?” A few of the guys teased An Zhiyuan. They knew that although the captain was usually strict, as long as it wasn’t about the mission or discipline, they could joke around without him minding.
Besides, they had come a long way with An Zhiyuan; they were all men he had brought up.
“Exactly! Captain, you’ve kept your cards too close to your chest. We had no idea that Doctor Xiaobai, who often called you, was right here. My God, Captain, your heart is too tough. If I were you, I wouldn’t have the heart to send such a beautiful lady here.”
“What do you know? Who is our captain? Country comes first before righteousness, of course.”
“Besides, you all saw Doctor Bai’s medical skills just now. That’s real talent!”
While everyone chattered on, An Zhiyuan couldn’t hear a thing, his gaze as dark as ink.