In the summer of '92, I embarked on a journey to enlist in the army. I was twenty years old, and my heart was full of enthusiasm and anticipation. However, what I didn't expect was that the journey would be so twisty and bizarre.
As soon as I arrived in the army, I met a "thorny" comrade-in-arms named Li Meng. He enlisted in the army two years before me, had a fiery personality, and always clashed with his comrades. Our first conversation was full of gunpowder.
That day, when I was making the bed, Li Meng came over and said in a provocative tone, "You are the new little hairy boy?" ”
I looked at him and said a little nervously, "Yes, my name is Zhang Qiang." ”
"Zhang Qiang, listen, this is the army, not your home, so you can't be so weak. In the future, if you dare to drag our class back, you're welcome! Li Meng said with a glare.
I swallowed and thought to myself: this guy is such a bad master.
In the days that followed, I tried to adapt to life in the army and try to avoid clashes with Li Meng. But fate turned us into competitors.
During one exercise, Li Meng and I were divided into two opposing teams. The task of the exercises was to seize a high ground. I led my team to rush up desperately, only to find that Li Meng and the others had already taken the high ground first.
I was anxious and shouted loudly: "Comrades, we can't lose to Li Meng!" Come on! ”
In the heat of battle, I accidentally fell and broke my knee. But I didn't want to give up, gritted my teeth and continued to rush forward. At this moment, Li Meng suddenly jumped down from the high ground and pulled me up.
I was stunned, I didn't expect him to help me. Li Meng glared at me and said, "Don't get me wrong, I just don't want you to drag our class back." ”
Since then, the relationship between Li Meng and I has gradually eased. We started to help each other and make progress together. However, just as we were getting more and more acquainted, an unexpected event broke this harmony.
On that day, we received an order to go on an urgent mission. The mission is to rescue a local official who has been kidnapped by enemy forces. We went behind enemy lines and went through hardships and dangers to finally find the hostages.
Just as we were about to evacuate, the enemy suddenly surrounded us. In order to cover our retreat, Li Meng broke off alone. He fought bravely and fearlessly against the enemy, and finally died a heroic death.
At that moment, I was overwhelmed with grief and tears blurred my eyes. I understand that Li Meng is actually a brave and selfless comrade-in-arms. His sacrifice strengthened my belief in defending my family and country.
In the rest of my military career, I always remembered Li Meng's heroic deeds and worked hard to improve my combat skills. Finally, in the exercises and missions one after another, I became an excellent fighter.
Now, I have been out of the army for many years, but I still remember those passionate years. Whenever I think of Li Meng, I will have respect in my heart. His spirit always inspires me and keeps me going.
In this story, I don't mention "and our story will continue to be written", but I believe that every reader will draw a happy end to this heroic period in their hearts.
The life after being discharged from the army seems to have no ups and downs in the army, but it has more plain reality. I returned to my hometown, started a new job, started a family, and lived an ordinary life. However, deep down, I have never been able to forget those years, especially Li Meng.
In the dead of night, I would walk out on the balcony alone, look at the starry sky, and recall Li Meng's face full of fighting spirit. One night like this, I received a strange phone call.
"Hey, is it Zhang Qiang?" A familiar voice came from the other end of the line.
"You are?" I'm a little confused.
"I am Li Meng's younger brother, Li Gang." His voice trembled a little.
My heart tightened suddenly, Li Meng's brother? How could he have found me?
"I heard that you are my brother's best friend in the army, and I want to know something about him." Li Gang's voice was full of sadness.
We met at a coffee shop. Li Gang looks very young, and there is Li Meng's shadow between his eyebrows. We sat opposite each other, and I told him the story of Li Meng in the army, those heroic deeds, and those daily moments.
Listening to my story, Li Gang's eyes flashed with tears. He told me that Li Meng had always been his hero, and that his sudden death was a heavy blow to the whole family.
"My brother he'...... Isn't it really brave? Li Gang asked, with a hint of uncertainty in his voice.
I nodded and said firmly, "Yes, he's the bravest man I've ever met." ”
Our conversation was gently muffled by the background music of the coffee shop, and at that moment, I felt as if I had returned to the battlefield filled with gunpowder, and Li Meng's figure flashed in front of my eyes.
After sending Li Gang away, I decided to do something to honor Li Meng. I began to sort out our photos and letters in the army, which were all memories of Li Meng. In the process of sorting out, I found an unsent letter, which was written by Li Meng to his family.
I hesitated, and then decided to send this letter to Li Gang. A few days later, I received a reply from Li Gang, in which he thanked me for letting him know his brother better, and said that he would keep this memory in his heart.
Time is passing, but Li Meng's spirit will never be indelible in my heart. I started participating in some charity activities to help those in need. Whenever I help others, I can feel Li Meng's shadow beside me.
Years have passed since the military career, but the impact of that time is still with us. Li Meng, my comrade-in-arms, my brother, although you are gone, your spirit will always inspire me and let me continue to move forward on the road of life. In this story, we didn't continue to write, but your legend, I will always pass it on.
One day, I received a special invitation to attend the inauguration of a memorial park. The park was named after Li Meng to commemorate his heroic deeds in the army. A warm current welled up in my heart, and I knew that Li Meng's spirit would be passed on here.
On the day of the ceremony, the sun was shining, and I put on the neatest clothes and came to the park with deep respect for Li Meng. Many people had gathered there, including Li Meng's family, his comrades-in-arms, and those citizens who had been infected by his deeds.
I found Li Gang in the crowd, he looked much more mature, and his eyes revealed a firmness. We nodded to each other, and then he walked to the podium.
"Today, we are here to commemorate my brother, Li Meng." Li Gang's voice was heard through the microphone throughout the park, "He is a brave soldier whose spirit inspires each and every one of us." ”
Listening to Li Gang's speech, I couldn't help but think of Li Meng's heroic posture on the battlefield. It was as if I could see his determined eyes and hear his inspiring cry.
After the ceremony, I walked to the statue of Li Meng in the middle of the park. The statue was vividly depicted, as if Li Meng was about to step down from it, as usual, and fight side by side with me.
"Li Meng, look, so many people remember you, you must be proud." I whispered to the statue.
Just then, an old man came over, and he looked at the statue with respect in his eyes.
"You're Zhang Qiang, right?" The old man asked me suddenly.
I nodded, a little surprised: "You know me?" ”
The old man smiled and said, "I heard my grandson talk about you, and he said that you are Li Meng's good comrade-in-arms. My grandson is also a soldier, and he always brings up your stories. ”
I chatted with the old man, and he told me that his grandson had also been commended for his outstanding performance on his mission. As I listened, my heart filled with relief. Li Meng's spirit not only influences our old comrades-in-arms, but also inspires a new generation of soldiers.
Over time, the park became a place where people remembered their heroes and drew strength. I've also become a regular visitor here, and whenever I'm free, I'll come here to sit and talk to the statue of Li Meng.
One day, I met an elderly comrade-in-arms named Chen Yong on a park bench. Chen Yong used to be our company commander and Li Meng's idol.
"Zhang Qiang, do you know? I've always admired Li Meng's kid. Chen Yong looked at the statue and said affectionately.
I smiled and replied, "Yes, Company Commander Chen, we all know that." ”
Chen Yong continued: "His bravery and sacrifice made me understand what a true warrior is. I hope that our future generations will remember these heroes and pass on their spirit. ”
Chen Yong and I chatted for a long time in the sunshine that day, recalling many stories about Li Meng. I know that Li Meng's spirit has been deeply rooted in the hearts of each and every one of us.
Today, I still think of Li Meng from time to time and the time we spent together. And this park, this place of remembrance named after him, has become an eternal memory for us, reminding us to continue to move forward and not forget our original intention. In this story, we did not continue to write, but the legend of Li Meng will always continue to write an immortal chapter in our hearts.
Time flies, and in the blink of an eye, Li Meng has left us for many years. And I'm already in my twilight years, with gray hair and faltering steps. However, whenever I pass by the park named after Li Meng, I always feel a warm current in my heart, as if I have returned to that era of blood boiling.
In the park, children are playing happily, the old people are taking a leisurely walk, and the young people are sweating on the gym equipment. They may not know Li Meng's story, but they are all enjoying the sunshine of peace, which is exactly what Li Meng is fighting for.
One day, I met a strange young man on a park bench who looked to be in his twenties, and his eyes sparkled with a vision for the future.
"Hello, my name is Li Hao." The young man took the initiative to say hello.
I smiled slightly and replied, "Hello, I'm Zhang Qiang." ”
Li Hao sat next to me, looked at the statue of Li Meng in the distance, and said thoughtfully: "This statue is very special, who is he?" ”
I looked at the statue and my heart was full of emotion: "He is Li Meng, our former comrade-in-arms, a heroic soldier. ”
A hint of admiration flashed in Li Hao's eyes: "He must be an amazing person." ”
I nodded and began to tell Li Meng's story. Li Hao listened attentively, as if he was in that era filled with gunpowder.
"Li Meng's spirit inspires each and every one of us, and his bravery and selflessness are our eternal role models." I said with emotion.
Li Hao was silent for a while, and then said: "I am a soldier who is about to enlist in the army, and I hope to be able to become a real warrior like Li Meng." ”
I looked at him, and my heart was full of hope: "Li Meng's spirit will always be with you, as long as you have faith in your heart, you can become a real warrior." ”
Since then, I have often met Li Hao in the park. Every time he would ask me some questions about the army, I would answer them as best I could.
One day, Li Hao told me that he was about to leave his hometown and go to the army. I looked at him, my eyes full of expectation: "Li Hao, you have to remember that no matter when and where, you must stick to your beliefs, for the country, for the people, and move forward bravely." ”
Li Hao nodded, his eyes flashing with determination: "I will, Grandpa Zhang Qiang, I will become a warrior like Li Meng." ”
Looking at the back of Li Hao's departure, my heart was full of relief. I know that Li Meng's spirit has been passed on to the new generation of young people, and they will continue to write their own legends.
Now, I'm too old to charge as I did when I was younger. But my belief in my heart has never changed, and I will continue to inherit Li Meng's spirit, let more people know his story, and let his legend pass on forever.
In this story, we did not continue to write, but the legend of Li Meng will always continue to write an immortal chapter in our hearts.