Chapter 175

Lu Weiguo’s physical examination was conducted at a military hospital.

Since it was necessary to assess his overall physical condition, his previous bone fracture was also checked.

After the examination, it was found that his injury had healed very well, or rather, it had healed too well.

Originally, it was thought that the bone fracture would take about three months to heal, but now it had already healed in two months.

Given the severity of Lu Weiguo’s injury, this recovery rate was quite astonishing.

Captain Han accompanied him to this examination.

He asked the doctor, “This injury won’t affect Captain Lu’s future training, will it?”

The doctor smiled and said, “Don’t worry, his body is stronger than most people’s. For others, this level of fracture would take about three months to heal, but for him, it took just two months.”

This reassured Captain Han.

“The rest of the examination results will be available in a couple of days,” the doctor said, indicating that there were no further issues and informing them of the time when the results would be ready. Then he let the two leave.

After returning, Lu Weiguo applied to resume training.

With the hospital doctor’s certification, Captain Han didn’t insist that he rest at home.

Lu Weiguo was able to return to training as he wished.

At the same time, Shi Tingyu officially started her summer vacation.

While Lu Weiguo went for training, she stayed at home planning the third part of “Loyal Dog”. Occasionally, she would take breaks to exercise, leading a very fulfilling life.

Two days later, Lu Weiguo’s physical examination results were out.

Even Captain Han couldn’t help but click his tongue in amazement.

“How is it that as you get older, your body seems to be in better shape than before?”

Back when Lu Weiguo and he faced life-and-death situations on the battlefield, they both had some hidden injuries. Now, the results of Lu Weiguo’s physical examination showed that he was in excellent health.

Lu Weiguo hadn’t expected that all his hidden injuries would be gone.

He only thought that his wife’s miraculous water must have been beneficial, but he hadn’t anticipated such extraordinary effects.

Seeing Captain Han marveling, Lu Weiguo laughed and said, “What’s the big deal? I’ve only ever suffered superficial wounds on the battlefield. With some rest, they heal. When have you seen me seriously injured?”

Captain Han thought for a moment. Indeed, Lu Weiguo hadn’t suffered any major injuries. Otherwise, he wouldn’t have been able to stay on the battlefield for eight years straight without being transferred.

Lu Weiguo continued, “Ever since I married my wife, she’s been making all sorts of nutritious meals for me every day. It would be strange if my health weren’t good.”

Speaking of Shi Tingyu’s cooking, Captain Han could only feel envy. There was nothing more to say; her cooking was truly delicious. If he ate like that every day, he would recover from any malnutrition as well.

Having lived through times of scarcity, Captain Han knew how important it was to eat well for maintaining good health.

Moreover, he noticed that Shi Tingyu’s cooking was very well-balanced, with a good mix of meat and vegetables and a focus on nutritional balance. He had even sought her advice on more than one occasion.

“Your meals are indeed excellent,” Captain Han remarked sincerely. He then added, “Your physical examination is fine. Get ready for your promotion in September.”

A weight lifted from Lu Weiguo’s heart.

He had been worried that the bone fracture would affect the examination results. This time, he truly owed it to his wife.

Captain Han patted Lu Weiguo on the shoulder and said, “You’ve been in this position for over three years now. Soon, you’ll be on par with me. Being a regimental Captain at twenty-nine is a first for us.”

Lu Weiguo was surprised and said, “Captain? Shouldn’t it be Deputy Captain?”

Captain Han smiled, “I heard that the Captain of the 721st Regiment is being transferred. What do you think?”

Given Lu Weiguo’s military achievements and service length, he could have been promoted to Deputy Captain last year, but it was delayed.

Over the past year, Lu Weiguo had taken out several enemy strongholds, earning numerous military merits. This promotion was only logical.

When Lu Weiguo shared the news with Shi Tingyu, she was a bit stunned. After a while, she said, “You’ve really bounced back after the initial setback.”

However, since the official orders hadn’t been issued yet, the two, being unassuming people, carried on as usual.

The next evening, Feng Wei showed up with some fresh ingredients.

“What’s this?” Lu Weiguo asked, puzzled.

Feng Wei smiled and said, “I heard about your physical exam, so I came by quietly to celebrate.”

Then, he looked somewhat embarrassedly at Shi Tingyu and said, “Sorry to trouble you, sister-in-law, to do the cooking.”

Seeing Lu Weiguo’s glare, he quickly added, “I’ll help sister-in-law with the preparations.”

Lu Weiguo looked at Feng Wei, who was still smiling as usual, and felt a bit uneasy. He was about to be promoted, but Feng Wei wasn’t.

Their old partnership was about to end.

He wondered what the new political commissar would be like and hoped they would get along well.

If the regimental Captain and the political commissar didn’t get along, it could spell trouble.

Shi Tingyu knew that Feng Wei had good intentions, so she didn’t hold back and prepared all the dishes he brought over, making a meal of four dishes and a soup.

As soon as the meal was served, Feng Wei smiled and said, “Sister-in-law’s cooking is the best.”

Shi Tingyu replied, “Brother Feng, why don’t you call your wife over to join us?”

Feng Wei waved his hand and said, “No need, she’s already taken care of things at home.”

He was just here to chat with Lu Weiguo about future matters. Having his wife over would not be convenient since things were still confidential at this stage.

Shi Tingyu looked at Lu Weiguo, and seeing him nod, she didn’t insist on inviting her.

The meal was enjoyed by all.

After dinner, Shi Tingyu returned to her room to continue her writing.

Lu Weiguo and Feng Wei washed the dishes by the well. Soaking their hands in the cold water was much cooler than being outside.

Around eight o’clock in the evening, Feng Wei left.

Seeing that Lu Weiguo was in good spirits, Shi Tingyu felt relieved. While a promotion was a good thing, parting ways with a good partner could be tough.

However, Lu Weiguo managed his emotions well.

She guessed that Feng Wei’s visit was also meant to offer some guidance to Lu Weiguo.

After washing up, as they got into bed, Shi Tingyu asked, “Did Instructor Feng come to counsel you?”

Lu Weiguo nodded with a smile.

Noticing the smile on his face, Shi Tingyu said, “Instructor Feng is indeed skilled in ideological work.”

Lu Weiguo could hear the teasing in her words and didn’t hide anything from her. “When I found out that only I was getting promoted, I did feel a bit down, but I’ve gotten used to it. This time, besides counseling me, old Feng also pointed out some of my usual shortcomings.”

Shi Tingyu looked puzzled.

Lu Weiguo chuckled, “It seems in my wife’s eyes, I have no flaws.”

Shi Tingyu glared at him, but then she understood.

Her husband, Weiguo, had a dominant personality in the battalion, making him a perfect match with Feng Wei, who was flexible and clear-headed. But not all political officers were like Feng Wei.

Some political officers were very assertive, and if they met a strong military officer, problems could easily arise.

If the two didn’t get along, it could cause the soldiers to divide into factions, which would be detrimental to tasks, training, and unity.

Now that Feng Wei had pointed out some issues for Weiguo to watch out for, his path ahead would be smoother.

Finally, Shi Tingyu sighed, “Instructor Feng is really considerate.”

Lu Weiguo also understood Feng Wei’s good intentions and was deeply grateful to him.