We all understand the deep emotions contained in the phrase "comrades-in-arms love for life" in those difficult military years. As we were about to leave the military, we vowed to keep in constant contact. At first, we were able to chat about trivial things in the group, but as time went on, we gradually immersed ourselves in our busy lives. Looking back on the more than ten years since I left the army, now we have organized a gathering of comrades-in-arms again. I believe that everyone can't wait to look forward to this gathering, but when the AA system and the fee of 400 yuan per person were communicated, the group became silent for a while. Some people may find such a request unexpected, and even raise some doubts.
Ushering in the reunion of "August 1st" again, for those of us who have shouldered the mission of the military, this special day is of extraordinary significance. I remember when I first stepped into the workplace, when the ** bell rang, the voice of a comrade-in-arms came: "This year, the comrades-in-arms are going to get together, do you participate?" ”
At this point, I was a little embarrassed: "I don't seem to have received a notice of the party." ”
Open our veterans group and take a look, everyone has already started to sign up. The comrades-in-arms urged eagerly.
* After hanging up, I opened the group of comrades-in-arms and roamed between several chats. This group was established by the chief of our former unit, and here the partners have settled in our old base, not far from each other.
When I first joined the group, there was silence, with only a few people talking about trivial things, and then I simply muted it.
There was a backlog of unread information in the group, so I skimmed through it at random, and the content mainly revolved around the topic of the party, including the venue, time, drinks, dress, etc., and a lively atmosphere emerged. In an instant, it was as if I had returned to the military years.
The total number of people in the group was 65, and 32 of them signed up, and I didn't hesitate to sign up. After a long absence, this gathering may be an opportunity to reunite.
The following day, the group owner announced that the party was scheduled for Saturday evening at 6 p.m. in a luxury hotel, and the cost was evenly divided at 400 yuan per person. As soon as the news came out, the group fell silent.
About an hour later, someone started to leave a message: "I'm sorry, I was on duty that day and couldn't participate, I wish you all joy!" "I'm really sorry that I can't come on Saturday because of an emergency, so I wish you a happy holiday in advance! "I have an urgent matter at home and can't go to the appointment, I wish the party a success!" ”…A total of 10 people withdrew.
Everyone's reaction may be understandable, after all, the cost is relatively high, and everyone has a family, so life is not easy.
In fact, the original intention of the gathering is to enhance the friendship between comrades-in-arms, and there is no need to pay too much attention to pomp, otherwise it will seem a little lost in its original flavor. Recalling the military days, the bunk beds in the dormitory, everyone bought peanuts, chicken feet, and drank beer together, that was the real friendship and laughter.
Different environments can make people quietly change. On the day of the meeting, I arrived half an hour early. When he pushed the door open, he was surprised to find that Xiao Wu was already there, playing with his mobile phone intently. His appearance has barely changed, and he is still the same thin and capable look.
Xiao Wu used to be the leader's driver, with a sleek personality, and he once walked with ** and participated in grand occasions. He spent 16 years in the army, and after four years of discharge, he returned to his hometown to work on rural career planning. After more than 10 years of struggle, I have now become a director-level, responsible for the drafting of some documents, and I am very familiar with Xiao Wu.
When we first met, we used to make small talk in the duty room. Xiao Wukou is like a river, and relish his experience of walking with leaders. No matter which boss is meeting, what kind of food is tasted, what kind of experience is exchanged, he can talk non-stop.
One of his strengths is that he is familiar with the rules, good at communicating, and polite, which has won everyone's praise.
When he saw me, he quickly got up, walked to the door, shook my hand, and guided me to my seat, which made me feel very warm. After a short conversation, I glanced at my watch, it was exactly 6 o'clock, and everyone else had arrived, and the concept of punctuality was deeply ingrained.
Suddenly, someone shouted: "The deputy head of the regiment is here!" We all stood up, our eyes fixed on the door. I was surprised that the deputy head of the regiment had not seen him for several years, and his hair had turned gray.
However, he was still amiable and beckoned everyone to sit down.
During the years in the army, the deputy regimental commander was highly respected. He has always been down-to-earth and has never abused his power. At that time, he was responsible for training, and the tasks were heavy, and he worked all night with the staff officers to plan the plan, and he did not slack off. He bravely shouldered the heavy burden and even bought instant noodles for everyone at his own expense.
In the face of work mistakes, he blamed a few words at most, immediately took the lead in improvement, and never blamed others, which caused everyone to be deeply moved. He often said: "We are all country children, and we can live up to our family's expectations as soon as possible in the army." "He'll always be everyone's brother.
However, his personality may not be suitable for officialdom, and after changing jobs, he is still the same, working silently, but the chances of promotion do not look optimistic.
As soon as the deputy regiment commander took his seat, someone said loudly: "Battalion Commander Wang is here!" Some stood up, others stood still.
Camp Commander Wang was radiant, radiant, and with a light pace, he greeted everyone: "Sorry, something is delayed, and I am a step late." Then he sat straight to the seat of the deputy guest and said with a smile, "This position is for me, right?" Then I'll sit down! ”
Speaking of Battalion Commander Wang, many people in the unit did not treat him very well in the past. Because he is competitive, he always follows behind the leader, puts on a superior appearance, is indifferent to his subordinates, and has no brotherhood.
That's right, after he changed jobs, his fate reversed. In just one year, he became the director of the department and became a real power. He has a flamboyant personality, is uninhibited, and likes to show off.
Just as everyone was seated, his gaze swept across the room and stopped at the regimental deputy. He humorously teased: "Hey, the deputy is also here, we have to have a few drinks tonight." Alright, everyone is here, let's get started. ”
The regiment deputy smiled bitterly, Battalion Commander Wang's overly flamboyant behavior made me dissatisfied. Therefore, I suggested: "It is better to listen to the deputy of the delegation first." Applause rang out.
After the next episode, at the dinner table, we relived the ambitions and prides of the past, and the mood was also stirred. As the glasses toast back and forth, the slightly drunk atmosphere becomes more intense. At this time, Camp Commander Wang began to talk a lot, boasting about which leader he had dinner with, who pleaded with him, and how he dealt with ......
His words seemed a little discordant at the feast, but some people echoed them and exalted him very highly. This actually left the regimental deputy aside, before the regimental deputy was silent, and everyone did not dare to act rashly, but now the situation is different, and the situation is so changeable.
When they toasted, everyone put down their bodies, and their glasses staggered, promising to keep pace with the times. In fact, I participated in the comrades-in-arms reunion with the original intention of maintaining the comradeship-in-arms, but the overall experience disappointed me, as if I was involved in a business situation. I never found a sense of belonging at that meal.
After the banquet, I didn't stay long and took a taxi home. At home, the ** party in the group poured in, and the comrades-in-arms praised and celebrated. I decisively blocked the group of comrades.
Although it is often said that the comradeship is as deep as the sea, such a bond also needs to rely on a certain environment. Once integrated into the new circle of life, the external ** increases, the people's hearts will inevitably be affected, and the feelings of comrades-in-arms may also be eroded by personal selfish desires, which makes me deeply regret.
Perhaps, in the future, I will not participate in such large gatherings. It may be a better choice to get together with a few like-minded comrades-in-arms and reminisce about the youthful years.
SummaryEven after being discharged from the army, the imprint of the army is still deeply rooted in our hearts, and the habit of punctuality of soldiers has been maintained. Behind each toast is a sincere emotion, outlining the deep emotions between comrades-in-arms. However, in the face of reality, whether this emotion will be destroyed by the world may be a question that needs to be seriously considered. List of high-quality authors