On the first night of enlistment, the moon was white, and the atmosphere in the barracks was so heavy that it was breathless. I, Li Dazhu, an authentic rural baby, embarked on this unknown journey because of the call of the times.
"Dazhu, do you sleep? I always felt like something wasn't right tonight. "My top bunk, Zhao Tiezhu, is a veteran who has experienced wind and waves, but at this moment, his voice was a little trembling.
"Well, I feel hairy too." I replied, my eyes involuntarily looking at the shadowy barracks.
At that moment, a crisp whistle pierced the silence of the night. Urgent gathering! Everyone's hearts instantly rose to their throats.
"What's going on?" I heard someone whisper.
"I don't know, maybe the suspicion of war has arisen again." Zhao Tiezhu said while getting dressed.
We quickly packed up our gear and ran to the playground. There was tension and unease in the air, and my heart was beating like it was going to jump out of my chest.
When he arrived at the playground, the company commander had a straight face and his eyes were like torches. "Comrades, by order from above, there is a special task, and we need to set off immediately." As soon as he finished speaking, there was a commotion in the crowd below.
"Company commander, what is the mission?" Someone asked.
"Take pictures!" The company commander's words made us all stunned.
"Take pictures?" Zhao Tiezhu and I glanced at each other, full of doubts. How could there be such a strange order when this war was on the verge of breaking out?
But an order is an order, and we don't have time to think about it, so we can only carry it out. The group followed the company commander to an open area where cameras were already set up.
"This is part of the military operation, and all you have to do is put on a fighting posture here!" The words of the company commander made us even more confused.
At that moment, the roar of airplanes was heard in the distance, followed by flares lighting up the night sky. We understand that "photography" is actually a real combat exercise!
The tension instantly spread throughout my body, and I clenched the gun in my hand. With the order of the company commander, we put on a battle formation.
The night, in the tension and busyness, gradually deepened, and we completed the task of "taking pictures", but the suspicion of war was still dense. That night, I learned that being a warrior is not only about being brave, but also about being witty.
Back in the barracks, Zhao Tiezhu breathed a long sigh of relief: "Dazhu, tonight is exciting enough." ”
"yes, exciting." I responded, but I knew in my heart that this kind of stimulation was probably just the beginning. In this battlefield full of unknowns, my comrades-in-arms and I will face more challenges and tests. But no matter what, we will straighten our backs, because we are Chinese soldiers and the people's soldiers.
Over the next few days, the atmosphere in the barracks became tense. We have stepped up our training and are always ready for the battle that may come our way. And the "photo" incident that night has become a common mystery in our hearts.
One afternoon, Zhao Tiezhu mysteriously pulled me aside: "Dazhu, I heard that the company commander wants to show us the photos of that night. ”
"Really? Won't we be able to know the truth? I asked excitedly.
"Well, I'll have a class meeting later, and I guess the company commander will talk about it." Zhao Tiezhu nodded.
The class meeting began, and the company commander walked in with a stack of photos. He said solemnly: "Comrades, the actual combat drill that night was to test everyone's emergency response ability. Now, I am sending you the photos in the hope that you can learn from them and improve your fighting qualities. ”
We couldn't wait to take the photo and look at it carefully. In the photo, although nervous, we all put on a brave fighting posture. I suddenly understood that "taking pictures" is to make us remember the mission and responsibility of that moment.
"Company commander, what happened to the plane and flares that night?" Someone asked the question in everyone's mind.
The company commander smiled: "That's our Air Force comrades-in-arms supporting us and conducting joint exercises." The purpose is to make everyone feel the cruelty of war more realistically. ”
It dawned on us that all this was the company commander's good intentions. The mystery in our minds has finally been solved, and at the same time, we have a deeper understanding of war.
In the days that followed, we trained harder in order to better defend our home and country on the real battlefield. And the "photo" incident that night has become an eternal memory in our hearts.
One day, when I was practicing shooting, Zhao Tiezhu ran over and said excitedly: "Dazhu, I just received an order that we are going to perform an important mission. ”
"What task?" I asked nervously.
"Patrol the border to prevent enemy infiltration." Zhao Tiezhu said in a low voice.
I know that this mission will be a serious test for us. But I am also full of anticipation in my heart, because I can finally personally contribute to the defense of my motherland.
As night fell, we were ready to go. Before leaving, the company commander said to us: "Comrades, this mission is related to the security of the country, and everyone must be vigilant to ensure that the task is completed. ”
We replied in unison: "Mission guaranteed!" ”
Under the moonlight, we embarked on a journey. On this night, I understood that as a soldier, we must always be ready to give everything for the country and the people. And the "photo" incident that night is the starting point for us to bravely face the unknown.
The night on the border was cold and silent, broken only by the occasional sound of wind and insects. As a group of us, we carefully navigated the jungle, each with nerves like a bow, ready to deal with possible dangers.
"Dazhu, be careful, I've heard that there are often enemy scouts in this area." Zhao Tiezhu reminded me in a low voice.
I nodded, gripping the gun tighter. In the moonlight, our shadows stretched long, like the elves of the night, patrolling the land.
Suddenly, there was a faint sound ahead. We immediately stopped and hid in the jungle. The company commander raised his hand, motioned for us to be quiet, and then slowly moved forward.
The sound grew clearer and clearer, and my heart beat faster. The company commander turned around and made a gesture to us, which meant: ready for battle.
At this moment, a black shadow flashed out of the darkness, and the company commander and a figure quickly scuffled together. We immediately rushed forward and subdued the figure.
"Don't move, we are the People's Liberation Army!" I shouted.
The man stopped struggling and was tied up by us. After interrogation, it turned out that he was really an enemy scout.
The mission was successfully completed, and our hearts were filled with the joy of victory. But the company commander said solemnly: "Comrades, this is only a small victory, and the real battle is still to come." We must not take this lightly and must remain vigilant at all times. ”
That night, we took turns guarding until dawn. The dawn of the east gradually rose, illuminating the land. I looked at the sleeping comrades-in-arms around me, and a warm current surged in my heart. We are fighting for the same goal, for the tranquility of the Motherland, for the happiness of the people.
In the days that followed, we constantly patrolled the border line and experienced countless similar thrilling moments. The success of each mission makes us more mature and more aware of the mission of soldiers.
One day, while we were on patrol, we met a group of border residents who were lost. They escaped the fighting and strayed into the border. We provided them with food and shelter and escorted them back to a safe area.
"Comrade of the People's Liberation Army, thank you, it was you who gave us a second life." An old woman said gratefully.
I looked at her wrinkled face and felt a surge of pride in my heart. Yes, we are not only fighters, but also guardians of the people.
That night, I lay in my tent, looking at the starry sky, and my heart was full of emotion. From the day I joined the army, I went through countless trials and challenges, but it was these experiences that shaped me and made me a true soldier.
The "photo" incident that night seems to be far away, but the memories and lessons it left me have always been remembered. I know that no matter how difficult the road ahead is, I will continue to move forward with this courage and responsibility. Because in the dictionary of military men, there is no retreat, only advance.
In the days that followed, we continued to patrol the border, always vigilant. Although we have encountered many dangers, our team has never flinched and has always stayed at their posts. We understand that our mission is to defend the territory of the Motherland and protect the security of the people.
One night, while on patrol, we spotted a small group of enemies quietly approaching our border. They clearly want to infiltrate our territory. We acted quickly, taking advantage of the terrain, quietly approaching them and then attacking suddenly.
In the dark, we engaged in fierce battles with the enemy. The sound of gunshots, explosions, and shouts mingle to form a thrilling symphony. Our team performed excellently, using our training and tactics, and successfully repelled the enemy.
After the battle, we inspected the battlefield and found that several enemies were killed by us, and some wounded were captured by us. We quickly brought them back to the camp for interrogation. Through the interrogation, we obtained some important information, which played a key role in our defense of the border.
The victory in this battle has made us even more convinced of our own abilities. We understand that as long as we are united and stick to our posts, we can defend the security of our homeland. We are proud of our responsibilities, but at the same time, we cherish the times of peace even more.
However, we also understand that war is brutal and we cannot take it lightly. We are always vigilant and constantly improving our combat skills and tactical literacy. We understand that only by making continuous progress can we better meet the challenges of the future.
On the border, we have had many difficult moments, but we have also gained many valuable experiences and lessons. We understand that as a soldier, our responsibility is not only to defend the security of the motherland, but also to protect the happiness and tranquility of the people.
We continue to patrol the border, and every day is full of challenges and unknowns. But we firmly believe that as long as we are united and stick to our posts, we will be able to protect the territory of the motherland and protect the safety of the people.
From the day I enlisted, I understood that the mission of a soldier is to defend the Motherland and protect the people. No matter how difficult the road ahead is, I will continue to move forward with this courage and responsibility. Because in my heart, I will always remember the "photo" incident that night, which made me understand that only by bravely facing the unknown can I become a real soldier.