Chapter 360 - If You Like it (2/2)

The word “soldier” held great importance in Qin Sheng’s heart. As the saying goes, this is not an era of peace. It just happened that we live in a peaceful country and that’s all. Yes, the reason why we are able to live a happy and comfortable life now, was because some people were carrying the burden for us and guarding the peace for us. They were the loveliest and the most hardworking people, who turned to be soldiers.

Therefore, that was the reason why Qin Sheng and Hao Lei got along so well with each other. That was because up till now, Hao Lei had the righteousness of a soldier.

Qin Sheng mellowed instantly and asked politely, “Do you live here?”

Zhu Weiguo shook his head and said, “This is not the case. I’m here to attend a meeting today and on the way to meet a friend. It happened that you were practicing boxing at that time. As a soldier, of course, I am interested in martial arts.”

Originally, Qin Sheng had been skeptical of Zhu Weiguo. That was because the strangers who showed up by his side during this period usually did not turn up accidentally, but had intentionally chosen to run across his path. Consequently, Qin Sheng was wary of strangers.

Perhaps, it might be due to Zhu Weiguo’s words and his identity of being a soldier that Qin Sheng had not thought too much and instinctively trusted him.

Qin Sheng asked curiously, “Since you are that senior, are you still on active duty? Why haven’t you retired and left the army?”

Zhu Weiguo laughed and said, “Well, young man, it seems that you are looking down on an old person like me.”

Qin Sheng said hurriedly, “I’m sorry, I did not mean to offend you. I was just asking a casual question. After all, most people at your age start to live a life where they can hold their grandsons, while dancing in the square.”

Zhu Weiguo brushed the snow off his shoulders as he replied, “I’m just kidding. I’ve been in the army for a lifetime. It’s okay for me to be old. In that case, let’s continue contributing our remaining energy and cultivate the young people conveniently.”

Though Qin Sheng admired Zhu Weiguo much, he did not intend to continue disturbing Zhu Weiguo. After all, it was so cold outside and Zhu Weiguo’s body condition certainly could not keep up with young people like him. Consequently, Qin Sheng was about to leave.

Zhu Weiguo took the initiative to speak up as he said, “Young man, I see that you have a somewhat confused look in your eyes. Do you have something weighing on your mind? If it is convenient for you, you can tell me. Anyway, I am free at this moment and it is rare to meet someone who is such an interesting young man.”

Qin Sheng was at a loss. All the incidents, which had happened in recent days, had been piled up in his heart. However hard he had vented, he just could not make himself feel at ease. He did want to talk to someone personally. Unfortunately, he was in Beijing now. There weren’t any reliable friends by his side.

He hesitated for a while and eventually he said, “I don’t know how to pour my heart out to others, so I will just do it casually. I am indeed a bit confused. I hope you can give me some advice.”

Zhu Weiguo nodded as he said, “Feel free to talk to me. I am all ears.”

Qin Sheng breathed in the cold air deeply and said slowly, “Ever since my childhood, my grandfather and I depended on each other for survival. I always thought that I had no parents. Later, my grandfather died and I took off and wandered about. During this period, I offended many people and experienced many things. It was not until sometime back that I knew that my father had found me since the year before last year. But he did not reconcile with me immediately. Instead, he kept watching me secretly. At first, he did not interfere with my life. However, he tried to come into my life all of a sudden later on. I lived completely according to his will. Every step I took was set up by him, including the friends around me, who were his connections. I was kept in the dark completely. During this period, my enemies found me and began to plot against me. My friend died protecting me, and for that, I feel very guilty. Though he knew what was happening, he did not reconcile with me. It was not until a few days ago that I knew all the ins and outs. I’m a bit confused, I don’t know how to face him, I don’t know if what he did is right or wrong. In your opinion, what should I do? ”

Qin Ran had told Zhu Weiguo about all these already. However, Zhu Weiguo saw them from a different perspective. He would not give Qin Sheng a mere casual guidance. He hoped that Qin Sheng would be able to settle his problem by himself. Consequently, he replied, “Since you are confused and don’t know if what he did is right or wrong and how to face him, you can put them aside first. Life is not only related to these trivial things. You have more things to do. Besides, you have a long way ahead. As you continue your journey, you might figure it out along the way.”

Zhu Weiguo’s words instantly awakened Qin Sheng. He thought, “Yes, why should I have to stand on the spot, struggling with what is right or wrong?” He still had a lot of things to do. If he could not figure it out in his lifetime, could it be that he would not be doing anything at all for his life? As he continued his journey and looked around, he would experience and learn a lot. He would figure it out eventually.

It was a little while later that Qin Sheng said excitedly, “You are right. I know what to do now. Thank you.”

Zhu Weiguo laughed as he said, “It seems that you are very clever and promising.” His nephew was not as confused as he thought.

Qin Sheng glimpsed at the time and realized he should go back. Consequently, he said, “It’s late. I won’t bother you, I hope that you will stay healthy and everything that happens is for the best.”

Zhu Weiguo smiled slightly as he replied, “Okay, thank you.”

It was not until this moment that Qin Sheng realized that he had been so focused on chatting with the man in front of him that he did not know how he should be addressed. Consequently, he said, “Well, I don’t know how I should address you?”

Zhu Weiguo said smilingly, “If you like, you can call me uncle.”