The night passed quickly, and in the morning of the next day, although the sky was still foggy, the heavy rain had stopped, and the thunder that shook the sky had also disappeared.
The water level in Qingjiang has dropped to a safe level, and the possibility of another flood is slim.
It can be said that the most crucial link in Qingshan County's flood relief efforts has been completed, and the people's lives are out of danger.
At six o'clock in the morning, on the muddy ground on the river bank, one hundred thousand Chinese soldiers were exhausted. They slept with their clothes on, holding shovels in their hands and sandbags beside them.
Due to limited supplies, they did not have quilts and coats. When their soaked military uniforms were blown by the cold wind, they would tremble all over, their hands and feet were numb, and bright blood oozed from large and small wounds...
These brave and fearless soldiers marched forward with their own flesh and blood, in exchange for the safety of lives and property of the people in the disaster area.
Every Chinese soldier deserves the highest respect and admiration. They are the heroes of all people.
At this time, the disgraced Qin Feng stood on the high hillside. He looked at the devastated Qingshan County, filled with emotion in his heart, and his eyes could not help but turn red.
After the flood receded, the "customs and features" of Qingshan County were exposed to people's vision.
The once prosperous streets and lively villages have been reduced to ruins. Countless scrapped vehicles and collapsed houses are soaked in puddles and river ditches. It is terrible to see.
Farmland was destroyed, all crops died, and there was no harvest.
The carcasses of cattle, sheep and domestic animals were everywhere, exuding a strong fishy smell.
The factory building was damaged by floods, and the goods in the warehouse turned into puddles of mud.
At the same time, there are many human corpses downstream of the river...
Although the floods are under control, the post-disaster reconstruction work in Qingshan County is even more difficult.
In fact, not only Qingshan County, but also all over the country, as long as there are areas near rivers and rivers, flood disasters of varying degrees have broken out, causing heavy losses across the country.
When Qin Feng was looking down the hillside in a daze, Ji Qingyue walked to Qin Feng's side. She put her arms around Qin Feng's shoulders. The two siblings leaned together, absorbing each other's body temperature.
Seeing Qin Feng's lonely and sad look, Ji Qingyue comforted her softly: "Qin Feng, natural disasters are always cruel. We are not gods, and we cannot restore everything. But as the flood control commander, you have done a very good job. Bravo.
Blocking the reservoir with human walls, analyzing early warning signals from military dogs, clearing river obstacles with underwater blasting, building human bridges with the bodies of soldiers... Without your wise decisions and command, the casualties in Qingshan County would be unimaginable.
In short, you did a great job and saved the lives of thousands of victims. You have indeed grown up, no longer reckless, but always remain calm, guiding the soldiers to successfully control the flood. "
Ji Qingyue's words came from the bottom of her heart and were not exaggerated in the slightest. As Qin Feng's partner, she witnessed Qin Feng's rapid growth and personality charm.
Facing Ji Qingyue's praise, Qin Feng did not feel proud, but said in a low-key voice: "This is not the credit of me alone, but the credit of the entire army. And the subsequent post-disaster reconstruction work will not be easy. , we cannot take it lightly and must be prepared for a protracted war."
Ji Qingyue smiled and nodded, looking at Qin Feng's profile with relief. Now Qin Feng's words and deeds are becoming more and more mature and stable, and he fully possesses all the qualities of the "Chinese Soldier King".
However, who would have thought that this man is only 19 years old. His shoulders supported the entire Qingshan County.
Next, another touching scene took place in the safe zone.
The gray-haired old man used a towel to wipe the sweat of the resting soldiers.
The children held their own quilts and let the soldiers cover them to keep warm.
The rescued victims refused to receive food and water, and they had to give up the supplies to the frontline officers and soldiers regardless of life and death.
Moreover, on this day, several soldiers celebrated their birthdays. The comrades made a big cake out of mud and sand so that the birthday soldiers could make wishes.
Although the conditions on the front line of the disaster area are difficult, it has the warmest power.
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At noon, in the tent of the command camp, Qin Feng and Ji Qingyue each held a steamed bun. There were no four dishes and one soup on the dinner plate, only some simple pickles, and there were not a few grains of rice in the porridge.
It's not that the enthusiastic people don't want to provide hot dishes and meals for the soldiers, but the economic losses caused by the floods to Qingshan County are too serious.
Farmland and vegetable fields were flooded, granaries were soaked into paste, most poultry and livestock died in the flood, pig farms and cattle farms went bankrupt...
Therefore, the people in Qingshan County cannot eat hot meals themselves, let alone provide good food for the soldiers.
While Qin Feng was chewing on the rancid buns, a word came to his mind - famine.
After floods, there are usually some secondary disasters, especially "famine".
All kinds of food, including grains, vegetables, and meat, were swallowed up by the floods. Within two days, the common people and soldiers might not be able to eat even rancid steamed buns.
While Qin Feng was thinking about a solution, Phoenix called.
Ji Qingyue picked up the satellite phone and listened to Phoenix's instructions.
Ten minutes passed, and Ji Qingyue's face became increasingly gloomy. Faced with Phoenix's various orders, she could only answer "yes" without hesitation.
After a while, Ji Qingyue hung up the phone, then closed her eyes and took a deep breath. She seemed to be in a bad mood.
Qin Feng put down the steamed bun and asked curiously: "Sister Qingyue, what did the leader say to you?"
Ji Qingyue sat next to Qin Feng again, was silent for a moment, and said in a hoarse voice: "There is also a flood in Roushui County next to Qingshan County. The rescue team there is not enough, there is a shortage of manpower, and the situation is serious. The leader heard that We have brought the disaster situation in Qingshan County under control, so we plan to dispatch some soldiers to Roushui County for emergency support."
"Sister Qingyue, you mean... we are going to separate?" Qin Feng was thoughtful, and he could detect some information from Ji Qingyue's micro-expression.
Ji Qingyue's expression was a little unnatural. She took out a box of women's cigarettes from her pocket with trembling hands, then took out a mint-flavored cigarette and held it in the corner of her pale mouth.
After lighting the cigarette, Ji Qingyue took a deep breath. The nicotine could relieve the pain and reluctance in her heart.
Then, Ji Qingyue held a cigarette in one hand and said to Qin Feng: "Yes, we are going to separate. The leader asked me to lead two-thirds of the soldiers to Zhiroushui County."
"Sister Qingyue, I will go with you."
"The leader also said that you should stay and be responsible for the post-disaster reconstruction work in Qingshan County."
Ji Qingyue's words made Qin Feng speechless. Phoenix is the leader of the Dragon Soul Group. As subordinates, Qin Feng and Ji Qingyue must strictly obey the orders and arrangements of their superiors.
Qin Feng was silent. He suddenly snatched half of the cigarette from Ji Qingyue's mouth, then held it in his own mouth and took a deep breath.
The two siblings sat side by side, and neither one said anything. But they have a clear understanding of each other, and they both know that the other person is worried about them.
Author's digression: Second update!