Signing In At The Civil Affairs Bureau, I Was Rewarded With A Gorgeous Wife

After hanging up the phone, Ouyang Jie realized that Song Yun's perspective on issues had become vastly different from his own.

He had naively thought that Si Ming was just a bit lacking in ability, definitely capable of maintaining more than enough after a few more years.

But Song Yun's current thinking was already the same as his grandfather's — for those who are insufficient in achieving success, I will neither help you nor step on you; everything depends on your own fate.

With that thought, Ouyang Jie felt somewhat restless and sleepless.

Overnight passed, and at nine in the morning, the team members gathered in the reception's dining room for breakfast. Just as everyone had finished eating, a young man in a suit walked in with a smile. Read exclusive content at empire

"Good morning, I am the person responsible for escorting you into the Red Wall today. My name is Li Tian, you can call me Secretary Li. If you have finished your meal, shall we set off now?"

"Are you the Li Tian, known as the 'star of tomorrow'?"

Ouyang Jie exclaims with widened eyes.

"What 'star of tomorrow,' it's just a bunch of people of the same age with nothing better to do hyping each other up. I still have a lot to learn," said Li Tian, humbly.

But now, in Ouyang Jie's heart, there was a storm of emotions. Li Tian might appear young, but he was actually thirty-two years old, which could be considered quite young in that place.

To reach that position at such a young age, having climbed step by step from a college student village official to his current status, it was nothing short of a miracle!

"We're done eating, let's go," said Song Yun with a smile to Li Tian.

The group traveled by car to the outskirts of the Red Wall where just the procedures alone took seven or eight steps, and even at the meeting room's entrance, they were thoroughly searched in an empty room.

Only after being confirmed as clear were they allowed to enter.

"Please don't be annoyed. Not just you all, but even those of us who work here regularly cannot skip the necessary protocols. After all, it's for everyone's good," said Li Tian, trying to ease any discomfort among the group.

"It's fine, necessary procedures must be followed, otherwise, any issues would be bad for everyone involved," Song Yun said with an understanding smile.

"Hehe, Song Yun, you're insightful. We have some time to spare, so I'll slack off a bit here and chat with you guys," said Li Tian comfortably.

"Although I look young, I'm actually older than all of you here. If you don't mind, you can call me 'Brother Li'."

"Brother Li, from what you said just now when consoling us, could it be that someone dares to create trouble here?" inquired Song Yun, quite curious.

Upon hearing this, Li Tian's expression changed slightly and he made a hushing gesture at Song Yun.

"Indeed, there have been, and not just once!"

Li Tian spoke in a lowered voice, revealing some of the information he could share, detailing it to the group.

The discussion lasted for over an hour, and it was only when a clicking sound from the reception room's door occurred that Li Tian immediately stopped speaking and stood up, looking sternly outside.

"Greetings, leader! Song Yun and his party have arrived; my task is completed. Awaiting your instructions!"

Li Tian's demeanor at that moment contrasted starkly with his casual gossiping from moments before.

A very authoritative old man slowly walked in, accompanied by the middle-aged man who had received Song Yun and the others yesterday.

Upon seeing the elderly man, Song Yun and his companions felt almost breathless due to the overwhelming presence, someone they often saw on television. To see him in person was a first!

"Hehe, young friends, don't be so solemn, please sit down!" The old man gestured for them to sit and took the head seat. He then said to Li Tian, "Comrade Li Tian, your task is finished, you can now go back to your work with peace of mind."

Li Tian bowed to the old man and left the room.

"The few of you are all young heroes. When I first saw the reports about you, my heart was in my throat, and I did not expect you to ultimately achieve victory! Congratulations are in order!"

Song Yun and the others sat upright with stoic expressions, listening intently to the old man without even a hint of seeking any credit.

"Originally, today's reception was to be led by several academicians from the science academies, but after some thought, I decided that heroes' treatment should be elevated further, which is why I came in person. Our time is precious, so let's get straight to the point. Ouyang Jie, the merits of you and your team will be assessed by dedicated personnel and awarded in due course.

Song Yun, what is your request?"

After the old man asked this question, he leaned slightly forward, imposing great pressure on Song Yun.

"..."

Some thoughts he had previously now seemed impossible to articulate.

Song Yun just froze.

Meanwhile, Ouyang Jie and the others were anxiously waiting in their minds!

Speak up, big brother!!!

Just say something!!!

Why aren't you talking yet!!!

Are you holding back something big?!!!

But the old man was calmly observing Song Yun without showing any sign of rush.

"Song Yun, have you still not decided after an entire night? Could it be that you're contemplating something monumental?" the middle-aged man joked.

This lightened the previously tense atmosphere.

Just as Song Yun was about to speak, the system's voice sounded again.

"Ding! Task issued: Reject!"

When Song Yun saw the details of the task, his expression grew even more peculiar.

The system was actually instructing Song Yun to reject this opportunity for a request!

To be aware, these high-ranking people's promises were as good as done!

It was an opportunity many dreamed of to rise in status in one fell swoop!

Unexpectedly, the system was now directing him to refuse it!

However, upon seeing the system's reward, Song Yun's expression changed again, and he spoke very seriously, "You flatter me. In my view, being able to contribute to the nation's science and technology is more than enough. As for that request, to be frank, I haven't considered anything grand—it's just that I haven't considered anything at all..."

After finishing his statement, Song Yun lowered his head, subtly surveying the reaction of those around him with his peripheral vision.

Ouyang Jie and the others' shock was within Song Yun's expectations.

But both the old man and the middle-aged man looked incredulous at that moment.

They were tired of listening to such grandiose statements on normal days, so how come they were hearing it again today???

Could this young man be attempting to use reverse psychology?

"Song Yun! We tolerate no jest here!"

The middle-aged man spoke sternly, "If you haven't decided, then keep thinking. The leaders are busy, so I'll stay with you until you finish. We don't slight our war heroes!"

"Hehe, this young friend is quite interesting," the old man chuckled. "Let's do as Lao Ni said, if you haven't thought of anything, then take your time. No rush."

"It's not that... I genuinely don't want this task's reward... because to me, it seems like an extremely trivial matter..."

Song Yun spoke calmly, "Compared to the soldiers who protect our country, the difficulties I've faced are nothing!"