Chapter 4: The Secret

"Did you hear what I just said clearly?" Luo Hao coldly stared at Xiao Ke and pressed for an answer

Why is he deliberately trying to frame me

Jiang Wei

The incident from that year not only surprised me, but even your master was equally astonished. Your father's file was classified as absolute confidential and could never be leaked to the outside. The only explanation is that someone acted with intent, and that person must have been well aware of your father's matters. As a result, your master, along with other instructors and I, conducted a secret investigation until six months ago, when we finally identified the culprit behind the incident

Grandfather, I ... ...

The old general sighed and couldn't help but exclaim, "I never expected that the grievances of the previous generation would continue into your generation; fate truly plays tricks on people. Jiang Qiu, your master and your father were both elite special forces of the Longyin Unit back in the day!"

There is no need to be so troublesome, just roll out from your doghouse now, I am waiting for you downstairs

"As long as you do not blame me, it is all good," the old general, who had spent his life in military service, felt greatly relieved upon hearing Luo Hao's understanding. He said, "Since you do not blame your grandfather, why are you unwilling to meet him?"

Absurd

You stubborn little rascal, unwilling to lower yourself to come to the capital, I, the old man, can only come to Donghai City myself. The old general looked kindly at this grandson who was not related by blood and couldn't help but tease him a bit

Inside the Audi, Luo Hao and Luo Lin were seated in the back row, while Xiao Ke occupied the front passenger seat. The group remained silent, and the atmosphere in the car was somewhat oppressive. Eventually, it was Luo Hao who broke the silence, "Grandfather, why did you come to Donghai City in person?"

"Who is it?" Luo Hao asked coldly, his gaze sharp.

Luo Hao shot him an annoyed glance and quickly ran downstairs

Grandfather

The grandson understands that at that time many people were watching grandfather, and you had no choice. Luo Hao's voice was somewhat hoarse; although he had no direct blood relation to Luo Lin, Luo Lin had raised him, and now he bore the surname Luo, called Luo Hao

This time, Xiao Ke was truly afraid. Since becoming the secretary of Luo Lin, he had traveled extensively and encountered numerous high-ranking officials and prominent figures. Even when facing such individuals, Xiao Ke was able to handle himself with composure, showing no signs of fear. However, when confronted with Luo Hao, this social expert found himself somewhat trembling, unable to grasp the thoughts of this unpredictable individual before him.

How do you know that the Longyin Brigade will not accept you back?

Listen, listen carefully

The old general's sudden remark, "If the words do not astonish, one shall not rest in peace," left Luo Hao wide-eyed in disbelief as he looked at Luo Lin beside him

Rowling waved his hand to stop Luo Hao from continuing, "I happen to have some matters to discuss with Commander Rong of the East Sea City Garrison, so I came by to see you. Hao'er, are you still unwilling to return to the capital with your grandfather?"

Taking a deep breath to calm the turmoil within, Luo Haoping answered the phone, "Grandfather."

"Go back? If I go back, will I still be just waiting to die? Will Long Yin still accept me? Rather than returning to be mocked by those princes and princesses, I would prefer to stay in this Donghai City where no one knows me." A hint of despondency flashed in Luo Hao's eyes

Rowling's answer surprised Luo Hao somewhat. Jiang Wei is three years older than him, yet both joined the Longyin Brigade in the same batch. At that time, there were only two individuals in the Longyin Brigade who were qualified to compete with him for the "Dragon Thorn" medal, one was Qi Fan, and the other was Jiang Wei

He took out his phone and glanced at the incoming call display, the call was connected. Before Xiao Ke could say much, he turned back with the phone in hand, reluctantly handing the phone to Luo Hao and said: "It's the chief's call"

Luo Hao stood in a daze with his phone in hand, his grandfather has come to Donghai City? He rushed out of the room and looked downstairs, and indeed saw a black Audi A6 with a bright red military license plate outside the iron gate

Hmph, you little rascal still remember that you have me as your grandfather

Because during Luo Hao's time in the Hidden Dragon Unit, in addition to the operation codename "Mad Dragon," he also had a nickname: "The Madman"

Grandfather has also arrived in Donghai City?" Luo Hao turned around to look at Xiao Ke and asked, clearly displeased that Xiao Ke had concealed the news of Luo Lin's arrival from him

To put it bluntly, the influence of his mad master in the military is even greater than that of Rowling, and not for any other reason, but because his master is "Dragon Thorn"

Xiao Ke's height is comparable to Luo Hao's, yet the imposing aura emanating from Luo Hao makes him unconsciously feel that he is a step shorter than him. Luo Hao gently extended his hand forward, and the sharp tip of the butterfly knife pierced through Xiao Ke's skin, causing crimson blood to gush out along the small cut, quickly staining his collar red

Xiao Ke's voice trembled uncontrollably; he knew that if he did not yield now, Luo Hao could very well take his life with a single strike. He had a promising future ahead and it was not worth it to clash with this madman. If he were killed, he might face a warning or a prison sentence, but he would definitely not lose his life, for he had a protective master behind him.

"Go back, this is your master's wish, and it is also the desire of this old man," Roland said earnestly as he patted Luo Hao's shoulder.

Xiao Ke merely nodded and did not respond, fearing that this madman might go off the rails again and put a knife to his throat

On the other end of the phone, the old man let out a dissatisfied snort, "Hao'er, are you still blaming Grandpa for signing your identification report back then? You should know that at that time, Grandpa was also..."

Because he is Jiang Qiu's son

Luo Hao slowly nodded his head

Luo Hao put away the butterfly knife in his hand, shot a cold glare at Xiao Ke, and said: "Get lost!"

Xiao Ke's back was already drenched in cold sweat at this moment, unwilling to stay here for even half a second longer. Upon hearing Luo Hao's words, he quickly turned to leave the room, but had barely taken two steps when his phone rang.

The old general let out a gentle sigh, "Hao'er, you should understand the importance the country places on the Longyin troops. The nation has invested a significant amount of human and financial resources in training you, with the hope that one day you will respond to the call of the country at a critical moment, rather than curling up in some corner of the city, merely waiting for death and living a life of mediocrity"

I... my grandson will return to the capital city in a while

Luo Hao was taken aback upon hearing this. When he was expelled from the Longyin Unit, it was Luo Lin who personally signed his dismissal report. Although he initially harbored some resentment towards the old man, over time it faded, as the situation back then was quite complex. Luo Lin was in a very sensitive position at the height of his career; even if he wanted to show favoritism, he had no means to do so. Despite holding the position of Deputy Chief of Staff in the General Staff Department, the military belongs to the nation, not to the Luo family.