That day, I was sitting in the living room of my home, with the news playing on the TV, but my heart was not on it. My aunt had just retired from the unit she had dedicated her life to, and I, who had signed up for the army for a while, had never received a reply. This heart is like fifteen buckets of water, seven up and eight down.
"Little soldier, is there any news about your enlistment?" My aunt sat next to me, her eyes full of concern.
I shook my head, feeling a little uncomfortable: "Not yet, auntie." You just retired, and it was supposed to be when I went to the army, but this matter, alas, ......"
As he spoke, the doorbell rang suddenly. I hurried to open the door, and when I saw a comrade in military uniform, he was standing at the door.
"Hello, is this Comrade Li Bing?" The comrade asked.
"It's me, it's me!" I replied excitedly.
"Your enlistment notice has come down, report for duty tomorrow, get ready." The comrade handed me a document and turned to leave.
I took the notice and ran back to the living room excitedly, and my aunt also stood up excitedly when she saw this.
"Auntie, I passed! I'll report tomorrow! I shouted happily.
The aunt had tears in her eyes and smiled from ear to ear: "Great, Xiaobing, you can finally realize your dream." ”
At night, I lay in bed, looking at the ceiling, thinking about my enlistment tomorrow. Suddenly, a rapid ringing of a cell phone shattered the silence of the night.
"Hey, hello!" I picked up the phone.
"Comrade Li Bing, tomorrow's report will be cancelled, and the specific situation will be notified." A cold voice came from the other end of the line.
I was stunned for a moment, what is the situation? I hurriedly asked, "Why?" What happened? ”
"This is the decision above, and we will inform you as soon as possible." After saying that, he hung up.
I held my phone in my hand, confused. When the aunt heard the news, she was also anxious.
"Xiaobing, don't worry, maybe there is some misunderstanding, wait for the notice." My aunt comforted me.
And just like that, I spent a long night. The next day, I woke up early and waited for the announcement. However, a day passed without any news.
In the evening, I was about to go out for a walk when I suddenly received a strange phone call.
"Comrade Li Bing, your enlistment notice has been restored, and you will report normally tomorrow." A familiar voice came from the other end of the line.
I was stunned, what the hell is going on? I didn't have time to think about it, so I immediately told my aunt the news.
The aunt's eyes widened, and she couldn't speak for a long time: "This, what's going on?" ”
"I don't know, auntie. Maybe the misunderstanding has been cleared up. "I comforted my aunt.
The next day, I arrived at the unit full of questions. After a series of check-in formalities, I finally found my company.
When the instructor saw me, he smiled and said, "Comrade Li Bing, you have enlisted in the army this time, but you have experienced a lot of twists and turns. ”
I asked puzzledly, "Instructor, why did my enlistment notice suddenly cancel and suddenly reinstate?" ”
The instructor patted me on the shoulder: "Well, this involves some secrets, so I can't tell you for the time being." However, you can rest assured, to be here means that you are excellent. Do a good job, and you'll know in the future. ”
And just like that, I began my military career. And the mysterious cancellation and reinstatement of the enlistment notice has become an eternal mystery in my heart. However, I am sure that in the coming days, I will find out.
The days passed in the troops, and the training was intense and fulfilling. The mystery in my heart was like a seed, slowly taking root in my heart. In the dead of night, I would remember the instructor's words, "Do a good job, and you'll know in the future." ”
One day, we were doing live-fire training, and I was holding the cold handle of my gun and aiming at the bull's-eye, but my mind drifted into the distance. Suddenly, the instructor walked up behind me and patted me on the shoulder.
"Li Bing, you look preoccupied today, are you still thinking about that incident?" The instructor asked me.
I nodded, and said a little helplessly: "Instructor, I feel that this mystery has been haunting me and making me feel bad in my heart. ”
The instructor smiled and said, "Well, since you're so persistent, I'll tell you something." However, you have to promise me that you can't leak it out. ”
My eyes widened and I said excitedly, "Instructor, I promise!" ”
The instructor sighed and said, "Actually, the reason for the cancellation and reinstatement of the enlistment notice is because you have a special report in your file. That report caused some misunderstandings, but upon verification, it turned out to be an oolong. ”
I was stunned and asked suspiciously, "What report?" How did I not know? ”
"That report was submitted by your aunt before she retired, and she wrote a letter of recommendation for you in order to allow you to enlist in the army. The letter mentions some of your strengths, but it also mentions a small episode of your past. The instructor explained.
It dawned on me that this was the case. I think of the naughty things I was doing when I was a child, and I can't help but feel a little emotional.
"Instructor, then why did you later reinstate the enlistment notice?" I asked.
"Because after the higher authorities verified your situation, they thought that it was just a fight between children and did not affect your enlistment. So, your enlistment notice is reinstated. The instructor said with a smile.
I breathed a sigh of relief that the mystery in my mind was finally solved. When I got back to the dormitory, I immediately called my aunt.
"Auntie, I understand, thank you for everything you have done for me." I said excitedly.
The aunt smiled on the other end of the phone: "Xiaobing, you have finally grown up and know how to be grateful." Auntie is proud of you. ”
Since then, I've worked harder into training, determined to live up to my aunt's expectations. Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, I have spent a spring and autumn in the army.
One day, the instructor came to me and said, "Li Bing, you have performed well, and the army has decided to send you to participate in higher-level training." ”
My eyes widened in disbelief in my ears: "Really, instructor?" ”
"That's right, it's an affirmation of you. Cherish this opportunity and make greater contributions to the country and the people. "The instructor encouraged me.
My heart was full of joy and gratitude, and I secretly resolved that I must write my own glorious chapter in the new journey. And the solution of the mystery also made me cherish everything in front of me more and move forward bravely.
In the next high-level training, I am well aware of my responsibility and mission, and I will give my best every day. On the training ground, I am no longer the Li soldier who is worried about trivial things, but a soldier who is firm in his goals and full of fighting spirit.
One night, when the stars were shining, my comrades and I sat around the campfire and enjoyed a moment of leisure. The instructor came over, sat next to me, and said earnestly: "Li Bing, you have grown up very quickly, but I hope you remember that no matter where you go, don't forget your original intention." ”
I nodded earnestly: "Instructor, I'll remember." My original intention is to serve the country and the people and win glory for my family. ”
The instructor smiled and patted me on the shoulder, then stood up and said, "Okay, there are new challenges tomorrow, everyone rest early." ”
The next day, we ushered in a more rigorous combat exercise. I was appointed as the leader of the group, leading my comrades through the jungle to complete the assigned mission. During the exercise, we encountered a series of unexpected difficulties, but we overcame them one by one.
Towards the end of the exercise, we encountered a surprise attack by a simulated enemy army. I quickly directed the group to counterattack, but in the exchange of fire, one of my comrades was unfortunately "wounded". My heart tightened and I immediately decided to take emergency treatment.
"Li Bing, you retreat with the wounded, we cover!" The comrades-in-arms shouted one after another.
Without saying a word, I picked up the "wounded" and retreated to the rear. However, the enemy's fire became more and more intense, and we were trapped in an open field and in a critical situation.
It was then that I caught a glimpse of a bush in front of me and had an idea in my mind. I instructed everyone to use the terrain and move quickly towards the bushes. Just as we were about to arrive, enemy fire suddenly stopped.
At the end of the exercise, we successfully completed the task. The instructor came over and gave me a thumbs up: "Li Bing, your command today is very good, and you can stay calm in times of crisis, which is the quality of an excellent fighter." ”
I humbly said, "Instructor, this is what we should do." ”
After the drill, I called my aunt and told her all about it. The aunt smiled from ear to ear on the other end of the phone: "Xiaobing, you have really grown up, and the aunt is proud of you." ”
Over time, I continued to grow in the army, not only as a squad leader, but also participated in real combat missions many times. Every time I carry out a mission, I am reminded of the instructor's words: "Don't forget the original intention, you have to always be." ”
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, my service is coming to an end. Facing demobilization, my heart is full of reluctance. But I know that wherever I go, I will continue to move forward with the spirit of a soldier.
At the farewell ceremony, the instructor said to me: "Li Bing, although you are about to leave the army, your heart will always belong here. Remember, always and everywhere, always be a soldier. ”
I raised my head and looked at the fluttering national flag, and a warm current surged in my heart: "Instructor, I will." This uniform, this honor, will always be remembered in my heart. ”
After the farewell ceremony, I set out on the way home with reluctance to the army and longing for the future. When I returned to my hometown, I found that everything had changed, and it was as if nothing had changed. When my aunt saw me, her eyes were full of tears, and she hugged me tightly and said, "Little soldier, you are finally back." ”
I smiled and comforted her: "Auntie, aren't I coming back?" Don't worry. ”
In my hometown days, I always think about my time in the army. Those arduous training, those comrades-in-arms who fought side by side, and those leaders who taught me have all become my precious memories. I decided that I wanted to incorporate these experiences and the qualities I had learned into my new life.
One day, I passed by a kindergarten and saw children playing happily on the playground, and suddenly I remembered myself as a child. At that time, I always dreamed of becoming a heroic warrior. Now, the dream has come true, but I know that there is still a long way to go in life and I need to keep going.
I started looking for a job and wanted to find a job where I could do what I was good at. During the interview process, I met a former comrade-in-arms who told me that there is now a security company that is hiring, and there is a need for people with military backgrounds like us. I immediately signed up, and after many rounds of selection, I was finally accepted.
In my new job, I still maintain the style of a soldier, rigorous and serious, and have the courage to take responsibility. Soon, I was promoted to security captain for my outstanding performance. I lead my team to protect the peace of the community and provide safety for the residents.
Outside of work, I haven't forgotten to continue to improve myself. I signed up for night classes to learn new knowledge and skills. At the same time, I also actively participate in community activities to help those in need. Whenever someone asks me why I'm always so positive, I smile and answer, "Because I'm a soldier, this is what I'm supposed to do." ”
One day, I was passing by a park and saw an old man fall to the ground, and I immediately stepped forward to help him up. The old man looked at me gratefully and said, "Thank you, young man. There aren't many people like you anymore. ”
I smiled and replied, "Uncle, this is what I should do." Whenever and wherever I am, I remember myself as a soldier. ”
In my new life, I continue to practice the mission of a soldier, and I maintain my true character as a soldier wherever I go. I know that although this military uniform has been taken off, that honor and responsibility will always be remembered in my heart. And my story will continue to be written on a new path.