I became the Counterpart of the Winner in a Period Novel

Chapter 333: Chapter 296: Second Brother Is Leaving Next Month (Part 2)

The second wife wasn’t bad-hearted, but her intentions were clear: she was after his money. Five years later, his construction team became hers. That woman was like Voldemort, bringing her brothers over for high-paying jobs, while Second Brother worked tirelessly, essentially providing for someone else’s benefit.

In the end, he fell ill, and because a lot of money was needed, that woman’s family persuaded her not to treat him, ultimately letting him die.

Jiang Mingyue has always avoided recalling these things because they were painful. During this time with her family, she knows they truly care about her and she does not want them to repeat the same mistakes.

Besides, the path changed from the moment she decided to return to Qingshan Village.

The fates of many people changed due to the butterfly effect. When Hehua came looking for Big Brother, she was worried. Later, when Big Brother suddenly married Xia Xiaosi, she felt there was no need to worry anymore. Their fates seemed to be increasingly heading towards an uncontrollable direction, but fortunately, everything was moving in a good direction.

"...Yueyue, do you think I shouldn’t join the military? Actually, I’ve wanted to go for a long time, but those years our family was too poor. I could help with work at home. If I also left, who knows what the family would have become. Another thing is that I needed a recommendation, and our village chief was never going to recommend me.

But now it’s different. I talked with Jin Zhi before, and he wrote a recommendation letter for me, saying I could enlist anytime once I made up my mind.

I’ve been thinking that the family is doing well now. Big Brother is a key figure in the village and can protect the family. Sister-in-law is also formidable, so the family can manage without me. That’s why I want to fulfill my dream from childhood."

"That’s great! One person joining the military brings honor to the whole family. If after two years you’re offered a permanent position as a voluntary soldier, there will be opportunities to earn commendations and establish a career, which will also benefit Big Brother’s career. We’ll also speak of you with pride, and Mother will be proud too."

"Are you serious?"

"Second Brother, look at my serious face."

"Pfft! I thought you wouldn’t agree. I’m feeling the pinch myself. I’m currently a deputy factory manager, with the power equivalent to the top position since Great-uncle completely handed over control. My salary this month was fifty-two dollars, sixteen more than Big Brother’s. I can completely provide a good life for the whole family. But if I join the military, according to Jin Zhi, the monthly allowance is only fifteen dollars."

"Brother, I don’t care about the money, and I believe Mother wouldn’t care either. Your joining is earning a reputation for the whole family, the kind of honor that can’t be exchanged for any amount of gold or silver. It’s a precious intangible asset, and we can use it as an example to inspire the younger generation. It’s the best model. But the military is tough, and there might be dangers to your life. Have you thought it through?"

She’s aware there might be a counterattack in three years, and Second Brother could be required to participate.

"I’ve thought it through."

"Then go, the family has me."

"With your agreement, I’m relieved."

"You haven’t told Mother yet, have you?"

"At home, I’ve only hinted to Big Brother. As for Mother, I haven’t figured out how to tell her yet."

"I think if you go this year, you’d have to leave next month. Before you leave, first get a primary school diploma."

Jiang Jianjun: "Yueyue?"

"Brother, the country will become increasingly stable in the future, and the military will need educated people. Your education level is tied to promotions unless you’re not interested in advancing yourself."

"I’m very interested."

"Then let me ask you, if they need one person and both candidates have similar physical conditions, but one has a higher education, if you were the leader, who would you choose?"

"Of course, the one with the higher education."

"You’ve been a factory manager, so you know best."

"I understand, I’ll review all the knowledge when I get back, and ask Sister-in-law or Shu Wenquan where I’m stuck. But Yueyue, is it really possible to take the exam?"

"Just be prepared. I’ll find someone to help. Once you get the primary school diploma, you can’t stop there. When you leave, I’ll prepare a complete set of middle and high school textbooks for you. You can’t slack off even in the military."

Jiang Jianjun: "...I’ll listen to Yueyue."

Just then, Xiao Ran came running to hurry them.

"Jianjun Brother, Third Aunt asked me to call you."

"Okay, I’m coming." Jiang Jianjun gave Jiang Mingyue a pat on the shoulder, both solemn and with a different kind of emotion.

"Yueyue, if Second Brother leaves, you must take good care of yourself."

"Got it, Second Brother, you too."

Xiao Ran intentionally lagged behind, and after Jiang Jianjun left, she quickly turned back to grab Jiang Mingyue’s hand.

The young face, now a bit plumper, looked at her pleadingly, "Sister, I really don’t want you to leave, but I forgot to bring my books. When I go back to get them, can you not send me away?"