Chapter 69 Lu Linchuan Has Made a Meritorious Contribution (2/4)

"Your Commander Lu! Commander Lu is coming back!" Sun Xiulian exclaimed excitedly, her face flushed. "Not only is he coming back, but he has also made a great contribution! The organization is going to award him a third-class merit, and there will be a commendation ceremony in the auditorium tomorrow!"

Su Wantang's heart skipped a beat, and a surge of immense joy instantly dispelled the longing she had felt for days.

He's coming back.

The next day, the military auditorium was packed with people, the atmosphere both solemn and enthusiastic.

Su Wantang sat in the first row of the family section, her gaze fixed on the man standing on the stage.

Lu Linchuan wore a crisp military uniform, his epaulets gleaming under the lights, making him appear even taller and more imposing. His face was stern, his demeanor composed, and a brand-new third-class merit medal adorned his chest—a glory earned through his blood and sweat.

"Comrade Lu Linchuan performed bravely and commanded effectively in this mission..."

The leader's commendation speech echoed in the auditorium. As Su Wantang listened, she felt honored, and her eyes even became a little hot.

The surrounding military wives cast envious glances and whispered among themselves.

"Commander Lu is really amazing. He is already a commander at such a young age and has made numerous military achievements."

"His wife, Su Wantang, is also a good person. She's beautiful, kind-hearted, and a good doctor. She even saved the political commissar's daughter, Dou Dou, a few days ago!"

"Absolutely! These two standing together are a match made in heaven. You can't find another couple like them in our entire residential compound!"

Zhao Jing sat next to Su Wantang. She held Su Wantang's hand and said sincerely, "Wantang, I'm so happy for you and Commander Lu."

As the commendation ceremony concluded, Lu Linchuan stepped off the stage amidst thunderous applause. He ignored everyone's congratulations, walked straight through the crowd, and his gaze landed precisely on Su Wantang.

Those eyes, sharp as an eagle on the battlefield, turned into a deep pool the moment they saw her, so gentle they could drown you.

He walked up to her and, in front of everyone, naturally took her hand.

"Walk."

"Where are we going? Aren't we going home?" Su Wantang asked, her hand warm as he held hers.

Lu Linchuan didn't say anything, but simply led her all the way to the supply and marketing cooperative. He took out an envelope from his pocket, inside which was the bonus he received for his meritorious service.

"I'll buy you something today," he said, shoving the envelope into her hand. "Buy whatever you like."

Su Wantang held the envelope, which still carried his warmth, her heart filled with sweetness.

Lu Linchuan led her to the fabric counter. He immediately took a liking to a sky-blue piece of "Dacron". He reached out and touched the fabric, saying to Su Wantang, "This color suits you."

After saying that, without waiting for Su Wantang's reaction, he directly said to the salesperson, "Give me five feet of this cloth."

He then took her to the food section and bought her a large bag of her favorite White Rabbit milk candies and a can of malted milk powder. Throughout the whole process, he didn't say much, but every single item he bought touched Su Wantang's heart.

As they left the supply and marketing cooperative, the afterglow of the setting sun cast long shadows of the two of them.

Lu Linchuan carried all the things in one hand, while still holding her tightly with the other.

Not far away, in the shadows around the corner from the entrance of the supply and marketing cooperative, a pair of venomous eyes stared intently at the beautiful couple.

Zheng Nana's fingernails dug deeply into her palms, almost drawing blood.

On what grounds?

Why does Su Wantang deserve all of Lu Linchuan's tenderness and favoritism? Why is it that she, a country bumpkin, can stand beside that god-like man and enjoy everyone's envy and blessings?