The Transmigration Survival Guide

Book 12: Chapter 9

Its not so bad since were locked up together. Id be bored to death if I was locked up by myself. If you dont say anything, Im going to assume youre dead  Alice comforted from her narrow bed since she didnt think it was right to tap Lin Chuchengs face.

Lin Chucheng sat against the door, head hanging in silence ever since being thrown into detention.  Hearing Alice, he juddered and bent his legs up to hide his face.

Come on, dont be so soft. Yes, we were wrong to be begin with, and I am also to blame for not persuading you to return, but we unquestionably sunk two ships. With that calibre of skill, well sweep up all of the medals. Theres no need for you to look so pitiful

Why is he down in the dumps as if hes a kid who had his toy figurine taken from him? He just sunk two ships Am I supposed to give him a hug as I would with my younger brother?

Alice believed Lin Chucheng was stronger than that but was questioning himself. He reminded her of her younger brother from their first meeting. She presumed that his sensibility was his inferiority complexs shield. He was afraid of giving others trouble and not being useful to others, thus trying to prove his worth with awards. Her brother developed an inferiority complex because he felt his ailment burdened his family. Therefore, the question was, what was the source of Lin Chuchengs inferiority complex?

Alice hopped off her bed and squatted down next to Lin Chucheng. She gently placed her hand on his sweaty head and gulped: You need a hug?

Uhm

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I could cry tears of joy. We cant let Lin Chucheng be in danger a second time. Do not let Lord Lin Dongqings son run into any mishap while he is in our squad. If he dies, its going to be more than you and I who have bullets through our skulls. He is Lord Lin Dongqings only son. If anything unfortunate befalls him The captain shivered and touched his neck.

The command centre was in chaos after hearing Lin Chucheng pursued the enemy on his own. After the first plea to send a fighter unit out to cover him was denied, the captain grabbed his handgun and drove over to demand they went to Lin Chuchengs aid at the top of his lungs. When the fighter division heard it was Lin Dongqings son who was out there, they didnt just send a unit; they sent their elites. With Lin Chucheng in detention, everyone could sleep soundly for the night.

Oraina, Lin Chucheng is your subordinate, so you must protect him. Assign him some pointless missions just to give him an experience. Im sure hell ask to go home soon. Never ever let any harm befall him, understood?! The captain walked around to Orainas back and pinched her shoulder.

Oraina nodded and rose to her feet: Captain, I would also like to request a green oak leaf medal for Alice and Lin Chucheng. They successfully completed their first mission. Defying orders is one thing, but their accomplishment is worthy of an award.

Youre right. Ill put in a request with the superiors. I think they will approve quickly.

There is also Alice, Captain.

Who? Oh, her. A gunner doesnt need a medal. Plus, shes just a commoner. Shes blessed to be sharing an aircraft with Lin Dongqings son. The captain sneered and patted Orainas shoulder: Thatll be that. Take good care of the young master, and do your best to leave a good impression on him. Hell be awarded for sure, and hell promote us.

Yes Sir.

Everyone but Oraina bobbed their heads. She had her brows and lips together. She didnt know how to relay the decision back to her subordinates without hurting their feelings, nor did she know how to convey to her superiors that Lin Chucheng wasnt a noble who just wanted to have fun. She wasnt an imbecile; a man wouldnt risk his life the way he did if he wasnt genuinely there to fight. She knew it wasnt him having an ego erection or coveting a medal.

Oraina wasnt sure how to treat Lin Chucheng, frustrating her. She joined the military to fight, not to babysit Lin Chucheng. Her captain had a point. Nevertheless, she saw an excellent pilot in Lin Chucheng and hoped to see him soar in the sky. At the same time, she was afraid to send him into battle, lest everyone shoulders the brunt of the penalties.

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Have you chosen to return to your nation?

Meeting the beautiful Elven Queen at the entrance, Lin Dongqing respectfully bowed: Yes, Queen Vyvyan. Thank you very much for having taken care of me. Though I have no means of showing my gratitude at the political table, I promise to repay your kindness.

Vyvyan pursed her lips into a smile: My son doesnt have many friends, and you are his best friend. As such, I hope you remain friends despite the clash between our nations. Mr. Lin Dongqing, I have prepared your medication and a gift for Lucilia from the faraway nation. I would like to trouble you to see that it is delivered.

I will. Thank you again.

Oh, also, Vera.

Vvyvyan pulled over a young elf by the door. The young maiden didnt inherit her grandmothers body, taking after Lucia instead She bowed her head. With decorum, eloquence and prudence, she stated, It is an honour to meet you, Prime Minister Lin Dongqing. I am Vera Galadriel Rosvenor, Princess of Troy City.

It is an honour, Princess Vera. I am Lin Dongqing, but I am no longer a prime minister. I am but a commoner now.

Princess Vera was the most mysterious among her sisters. Liu Yue studied abroad. Nona was Freyas apprentice. Daisy served in the military. Vera was a mystery as hardly anyone at Troy City had seen her. She spent most of her time in the elven lands. As such, Lin Dongqing was curious why she was at Troy City all of a sudden.

I am here today in hopes that you can take me to Iris Kingdoms capital. I humbly request to learn foreign and internal diplomacy from you as your student. Vera raised her head and showed Lin Dongqing a graceful smile.

Lin Dongqing glanced Vyvyans way. Her smile expressed a would it be all right question. The answer immediately came to Lin Dongqing: Vera was reaching for the throne.

Liu Yue wasnt well-versed in politics. Nona was too nave. Daisy was a soldier.

Sisi and Lin Dongqing kept their daughter, Irena, close to them in order to groom her into Sisis successor. Vera was in the same position as Irena.

Of course.