Super Soldier in the City

Thank you, comrade veteran, thank you for what you’ve done. Li Yifei saw the comments and retweets. In the darkness, Li Yifei lit a cigarette, his eyes still fixed on the netizens’ comments. Some were expressing indignation, some said the world is doomed, some expressed gratitude, others analyzed what they should do if they encounter such situations in the future, like destroying surroundings so the other party wouldn’t let you go, learning self-defense moves, attacking the groin, attacking the face, etc., or ensuring the safety measures like when staying in hotels. Although there seem to be many methods, in reality, they’re not very useful. If faced with what Lang Wenqin encountered, these methods wouldn’t work, even smashing hotel equipment, shouting loudly, or practicing self-defense techniques might be of no avail without help from others, and getting taken away might result in harsher revenge.

However, this is just a guess; bad people have fears too. If a victim makes a lot of noise, screams loudly, perhaps the bad person might also be scared. Li Yifei agreed with the opinions of the netizens.

Many originally cared about heroic acts, especially since two suspected accomplice officers took him away. But once they recognized the veteran, they were no longer worried. Could a veteran suffer a loss in Ning Province? Even in other places, his combat power is off the charts!

Li Yifei thought for a moment, deciding to post a status: "Hello everyone, I am the veteran. The matter tonight has worried everyone. I just returned from the Public Security Bureau. Relevant leaders are investigating this matter. Friends can later follow the official updates for the results. The girl is doing well now, staying under police arrangement. I was very angry about what happened and acted forcefully. Maybe some friends think it’s just a small case, but to me, it was extremely malicious. I hope everyone, if you encounter such things, can make a noise, maybe intervene a bit, perhaps some tragedies wouldn’t happen. For us, it might not be a big deal, but for the victims, it’s different. I have many things I want to say, but I’m unsure of how, like everyone, I feel such things shouldn’t happen in this age. However, regardless of when, where there’s sunlight, there’s the night. I still want to call on friends, if facing such matters, intervene to stop it, ensuring your safety. Perhaps it’s just a small matter. If tonight, a man could step up to cooperate with that lady, maybe I wouldn’t have had to come forward. Yes, I was somewhat angry with those watching men, some young, some older... I won’t say more on this matter not because I acted today, giving me the moral high ground, rather I believe, reaching out when possible might change someone’s life, may safely bring someone who may be walking on the cliffs over! I’ve experienced many things over the years, but today had a chilling feeling in my heart. Everyone, society and the environment around you require your personal participation to build it, not relying solely on others."

Li Yifei finished typing, checked once over, knowing some of it might not be politically correct, but he sent it out regardless. What’s right or wrong, just follow the heart.

Once Li Yifei’s post was out, he refreshed the webpage, instantly receiving hundreds of comments, lots of people stayed up late as if waiting for Li Yifei to post on Twitter. They didn’t know if he would post, just waited. Once Li Yifei’s few hundred words tweet was sent out, it immediately caught people’s attention, many awaiting truth or happening not asleep rushed in to comment, all were very excited reading his words.

No matter how netizens speculated or how people commented, without the veteran speaking personally, they couldn’t confirm it was Li Yifei. Now, with Li Yifei speaking, they knew it was his doing, and grasped roughly the thread. Many young men and women seeing his call declared if they face such a situation, they’d surely lend a hand, definitely wouldn’t be bystanders. Some were motivated, some criticized those watching people, naturally, the latter were a minority.

With Li Yifei stepping out to speak, the matter got confirmed, even though it was 2 AM, it still sparked a large discussion and heated attention,

Events like these many had never heard of, never imagined, they even felt fear. Upon seeing the comments, Li Yifei found he might have been too severe, and edited another message to send out: "Friends, such matters rarely happen. A beautiful and safe society and environment require combined effort, not just one person. If my previous tweet, along with tonight’s events frightened everyone, my apologies. If these inspire some courage in you, that is what I hope for."

Once the tweet went out, countless responded, some said they’d follow through, some reassured, veteran don’t worry, as a man standing firm on the earth, encountering such would certainly intervene. The more bold people said: "I’d rather have my head chopped off than witness bullies on women, I will not agree."

The next morning, Li Yifei tidied himself, knocked on Lang Wenqin’s door. She answered, her face’s injuries largely faded but circles around her eyes were dark indicating bad sleep. Seeing Li Yifei, she stepped aside, letting him in.

"Thank you, comrade veteran, I didn’t expect such luck to meet you helping out." Lang Wenqin earnestly bowed to Li Yifei in thanks. Returning to her room last night, she still felt frightened, not as outwardly carefree, had soft sobbing session, checked trending on Twitter, precisely the segment of Li Yifei helping out, saw the comments realizing it’s the veteran who saved her. Learning about his many identities astonished her completely.

Li Yifei nodded, said: "Everything was said yesterday, hope your upcoming journey is pleasant, don’t let it alter your future... perceptions, toward this world, or others."

Lang Wenqin’s big eyes blinked, then laughed out loud, "Uncle veteran, I know, these things are rare very rare, you should be assured, won’t affect my worldview, I will become a doctor in the future, don’t worry, won’t let such things easily change my beliefs; I’ll still treat patients and others kindly, and..."

The little girl recited whole books seemingly quickly. Li Yifei couldn’t help but chuckle, perhaps his worry was misplaced; the girl’s self-recovery ability was decent. When she finished, Li Yifei said: "I’m relieved now, you seem like you’ll be a good doctor."

Lang Wenqin immediately replied, "No doubt about it, I’m so determined... Um, uncle, if you’re ever sick, you can come to me, though it’s a bit far, but I’ll strive to learn, keep deepening my study, aim..."

Noticing Li Yifei’s expression changed, Lang Wenqin seemed to realize something, "Oh, I’m sorry, I didn’t mean to curse you ill. I just... I’ve no other way to thank you, just thought of helping you treat illnesses."

"Get ready and prepare for breakfast, possibly the government side will give you some compensation and statements today, so you can’t leave. Later at Mile City, you’re welcome to use my name; I’ll host you then." Li Yifei’s cheek muscles twitched a bit, having learned about the little girl; otherwise, he wouldn’t quite handle this way of speaking.

Lang Wenqin replied oh, "I don’t want any compensation, just a little beating, later I’ll apply some medicine, it’s enough!"

"Suit yourself, but don’t fear, they dare not threaten you." Li Yifei spoke blinking, Lang Wenqin acknowledged saying: "I understand now, thanks, uncle."

"Alright, pack up and head to breakfast." Li Yifei said.

After breakfast, Li Yifei was about to leave when a group hurried over, led by Jiang Hu, the others were unknown to Li Yifei. Jiang Hu and others walked to the front, said: "Mr. Li, to interrupt you, I’ll report on yesterday’s case."

"Uh-huh, wasn’t it understood last night; Director Jiang need not report to me, thoroughly investigate strictly handle as deserved; if any misunderstanding arises, explain clearly." Li Yifei smiled responding.

There’s no misunderstanding, it’s factual, initially guessing Li Yifei might be overbearing unreasonable, then discovering... Apart from being heavy-handed, Li Yifei’s not to blame. Jiang Hu interrogated all night, only slept two hours in the morning but felt spirited. He’s somewhat admired Li Yifei, such a stature with righteous actions firmly standing on moral grounds.

Regarding Tang Fatty, Mi Zili, and others’ deeds, Jiang Hu was quite infuriated too, strict processing awaited them, unlikely any leniency possible, especially Mayor Feng, calling Jiang Hu in the morning, vehemently reiterated stern dealing with this malicious case, no favoritism allowed. Jiang Hu naturally agreed all round, thinking as long as you don’t interfere, nobody obstructs this case, leaders are clarifying relations without delay, how could they involve, besides the other party was Li Yifei, anyone familiar with his records knowing offending this person spells trouble for anyone, regardless of whom they are.