Bright Sword: This unit is really ruthless

As time went by, Zhang Ling's patience was worn away, but he still did not give up hope. He knew that the longer it took to find his parents, the greater the danger. But he believed that they would be safe.

Suddenly, a voice came over the radio, "Commander, Zhao Gang reported that we have just found some traces of villagers at the foot of the mountain in the west. We are rushing over to check the situation."

Zhang Ling's heart suddenly jumped, as if he had grasped the last straw to save his life. He immediately picked up the radio, his tone full of nervousness and anticipation, "Report the situation immediately, and notify me as soon as there is any news!"

Zhao Gang's voice was filled with urgency, "Yes, Chief, we will find out the situation as soon as possible."

Zhang Ling's mood became tense again, he knew this might be the only clue to find his parents. Every minute and every second of waiting became extremely long, his heart was filled with anxiety and uneasiness, his hands tightly grasped the edge of the table, as if this was the only way to suppress the panic in his heart.

Finally, Zhao Gang's voice came again on the radio, "Commander, we found several villagers at the foot of the mountain. They confirmed that your parents were with them when they moved. But unfortunately, due to the enemy's pursuit, they were forced to flee separately, and your parents' current exact location is still unclear."

Zhang Ling once again felt a strong sense of loss. Although he had found the villagers, his parents' whereabouts were still unknown. He felt as if he was trapped in a fog and couldn't find a way forward.

"Zhao Gang, keep searching, don't give up!" There was a glimmer of hope in despair in Zhang Ling's voice. He knew that as long as there was a glimmer of hope, he could not stop looking.

Zhao Gang responded firmly, "Yes, Commander, we will not give up and will definitely find them."

The soldiers continued to search in the mountains and forests, while Zhang Ling waited anxiously for every new piece of news in the headquarters. Despite the immense pain and anxiety in his heart, he still maintained a trace of calm and rationality. As a commander, he knew that he could not fall down, even for his family, he had to persevere.

The sky gradually brightened. After a night of searching, the soldiers still hadn't found Zhang Ling's parents. Zhang Ling felt increasingly depressed, but he knew that now was not the time to give up.

"Chief, it's daybreak. Should we continue to expand the search range?" Zhao Gang reported again, with a hint of fatigue in his tone, but more of determination.

Zhang Ling looked at the rising sun outside the window, his heart filled with mixed emotions. He knew that his parents might be waiting for rescue somewhere, or perhaps they were experiencing unimaginable difficulties.

"Keep searching and expand the scope until you find it!" Zhang Ling's voice revealed unquestionable determination. He knew that this was his last hope.

The soldiers set out again. Zhang Ling stood outside the headquarters, looking at the mountains and forests in the distance, praying silently in his heart. He knew that this search might be long and difficult, but he would not give up. He would do everything he could to find his parents, no matter where they were.

As time passed, Zhang Ling's mood fluctuated with every report from the soldiers. Although the outcome was still unclear, he believed that as long as he persisted, he would be reunited with his parents one day. No matter how difficult it was, he would keep going until he found the long-lost family affection.

Zhang Ling's car broke down, so he had it towed back to headquarters.

The sun gradually set, and the sky was covered with orange-red sunset glow, which gave the earth a warm glow. Zhang Ling and his men were driving an old military jeep on the rugged mountain road. After a whole day of running around, Zhang Ling was full of fatigue, but he still insisted on getting back to the headquarters as soon as possible.

"Commander, we've been driving this road too often recently and the car seems to be a bit overwhelmed." Zhao Gang, sitting in the passenger seat, turned his head to look at Zhang Ling, his tone filled with some worry.

Zhang Ling nodded, his eyes fixed on the road ahead, "Yes, this car has gone through a lot of hardships just like us. It's almost there, just hold on a little longer and we'll be able to reach the headquarters."

However, just as Zhang Ling finished his words, the car suddenly shook violently, followed by a harsh metallic friction sound, and then the speed began to slow down rapidly, and finally it completely stalled amid a cough and stopped on the side of the road.

"Oh no!" Zhao Gang slapped his forehead, a helpless expression on his face, "This car is really too disrespectful. It failed at the critical moment."

Zhang Ling frowned, feeling a little uneasy. He knew that this jeep had accompanied them through countless hardships, but it was an old car after all, and after a long period of use, problems were inevitable.

"It seems that we have no choice but to find a way to tow the car back to the headquarters." Zhang Ling sighed, then pushed open the car door and walked out. Zhao Gang followed closely behind him, and the two checked the condition of the car together.

The car stopped on a desolate mountain road, surrounded by sparse trees and low bushes. The mountain peaks in the distance looked particularly lonely under the setting sun. Zhang Ling squatted down and carefully checked the chassis of the car, while Zhao Gang helped with a flashlight.

"Commander, this is a serious problem. It seems that the engine has failed." Zhao Gang frowned and said helplessly, "We don't have enough tools. I don't think we can repair it on site."

Zhang Ling stood up, dusted himself off, and smiled a helpless smile, "I'm really getting old. It looks like we can only wait for someone to come and rescue us."

Zhao Gang nodded, then took out his radio and sent a distress signal to the headquarters, "Headquarters, headquarters, this is Zhao Gang. Our jeep broke down on the way back. Requesting support, over."

There was a burst of noise on the radio, followed by the voice of the commander from headquarters, "Copy that, Zhao Gang, we will send a vehicle to provide support, please stay where you are, over."

Zhao Gang put down the radio and turned to look at Zhang Ling, "Commander, the headquarters has sent a car to pick us up. Let's wait here for a while."

Zhang Ling nodded to show his understanding, but he still felt a little anxious. At this moment, they were in a desolate mountain area, and night was about to fall. Although they were soldiers and were not afraid of the night, the harsh environment and the car breakdown still made him feel uneasy.

"The environment here is not very good. There may be wild animals appearing after dark. We have to be vigilant." Zhang Ling glanced around with a vigilant tone.

Zhao Gang also understood Zhang Ling's concerns and immediately took the weapons from the car and carried them with him, "Yes, Chief, we must remain vigilant and return as soon as the rescue vehicle arrives."

The two returned to the car, Zhao Gang lit a cigarette and handed one to Zhang Ling, the two smoked in silence, understanding each other. The night gradually enveloped the earth, the mountains in the distance looked even more gloomy in the darkness, and the atmosphere in the car became a little dull because of this sudden change.

"Zhao Gang, how do you think we completed this mission?" Zhang Ling suddenly broke the silence, his tone revealing some thought.

Zhao Gang blew out a puff of smoke, thought for a moment, and said, "Commander, I think we have done our best. The enemy's deployment is indeed complicated, but we still successfully completed the mission, although the process was a bit tortuous."

Zhang Ling nodded, a trace of memory flashing in his eyes, "Yes, although this mission is difficult, we have also learned a lot. I have always thought that every choice in the war is a test, and we can only survive in this battlefield without gunpowder smoke by constantly adapting and learning."

Zhao Gang looked at Zhang Ling, his eyes full of admiration and recognition, "Commander, you are right. We cannot rely solely on experience and tactics, but must always maintain a learning attitude to take the initiative in the ever-changing battle situation."

Zhang Ling smiled slightly, reached out and patted Zhao Gang on the shoulder, "I'm glad you understand this. Although war is cruel, it can also sharpen the strongest will and wisdom. We are all growing, and as long as we don't give up, victory will eventually belong to us."

Zhao Gang nodded, feeling warm in his heart. Zhang Ling was not only their commander, but also an elder who always gave them guidance and encouragement at critical moments.

Suddenly, there was a faint sound of an engine in the distance, and Zhang Ling and Zhao Gang immediately became alert. Zhang Ling looked out the window and saw a faint headlight slowly approaching from the end of the mountain road.

"The rescue vehicle is here." Zhao Gang put down the cigarette in his hand and quickly checked the weapons and equipment.

Zhang Ling also nodded, then opened the car door and walked down, ready to meet the rescue vehicle. The vehicle gradually approached and finally stopped next to their jeep. The door opened, and a young soldier walked down and saluted, "Commander, Comrade Zhao Gang, we are here to pick you up."

Zhang Ling returned the greeting with a hint of relief in his tone, "Thank you for your hard work. The car suddenly broke down and we could only wait for you to come and help."

The soldier smiled, then walked to the side of the car and began to check Zhang Ling's jeep with other companions. After some inspection, the soldiers confirmed the problem of the car and decided to tow it back to the headquarters.

"Commander, the car cannot be repaired for the time being. We have prepared a tow truck and can set off back to headquarters immediately." The soldier reported.

Zhang Ling nodded, and then said to Zhao Gang: "Zhao Gang, take them back first, I will check the situation here."

Zhao Gang hesitated, but nodded and said, "Yes, Chief, please be careful."

Zhang Ling finally relaxed a little as he watched Zhao Gang and the soldiers prepare to tow the truck. Although the breakdown delayed them for some time, he believed that as long as they persisted, they would be able to return to the headquarters smoothly and complete the mission.