Nicole was stuck there by Claire and couldn't move. She could only watch helplessly as Emory bowed
to her and then said, "When Samuel came to the military region to complete the retirement procedures,
I was somewhat excited and said something impolitely. I'm sorry."
Hearing this, Nicole was dumbfounded.
Nicole actually did not know what Emory said specifically that time. Nicole just heard from Claire and
Claire's words were more tactful, so Nicole now looked at Claire with some puzzlement.
Claire sneered and said, "Someone is so straight. His right hand was about to retire. He directly asked
me to persuade you to let Samuel stay longer. At that time, his tone and words were too harsh. So I
didn't relay. But that was what he meant."
Nicole was instantly stunned.
Claire was taunting Emory in front of her.
Nicole suddenly felt embarrassed.
"Emory, Claire, don't say that. It's all because of Emory that Samuel could get there. I know that you
feel sorry. From the start, you're for the sake of Samuel."
Nicole's words made Emory feel even more embarrassed.
"Yes, I did it for his own good. After all, he really did a good job at such a young age. He will be a
lieutenant colonel if he comes back to the army. You should know that the youngest lieutenant colonel
is in his forties now. It is rare to have the rank of lieutenant colonel at this age. And in the future, his
focus of work would be in a fixed city, no different from office workers. How many people have worked
hard for years to not be able to hold such a position? "
At this point, Emory still felt that it was a pity, but his voice and attitude were much softer than before.
"As the commander, I naturally don't want Samuel to retire. However, Claire is right. Samuel is not just
my friend, nor is he the soldier of our military region. He has his own family and life, and he has the
right to choose his own life. As the commander, I regret his decision, but as his friend, I am gratified. I
am sorry. I just figured this out. Regardless of whether you knew my unconsidered remarks or not, I
have to apologize to you. After all, you've suffered too much because of Samuel. You have the right to
pursue your own happiness."
Hearing this, Nicole felt warm.
"Emory, thank you."
"Sorry, I come here today to talk to you about this. Now that I'm done, I won't join you. I'm going out to
take a look."
After saying that, Emory left.
Claire looked at his back, her expression still not very good.
Nicole hurriedly held her hand and said, "It's okay. I'm not angry. Why are you still unhappy?"
Claire sighed, "He has risen too quickly these past few years, and there are many people around him
who compliment him and flatter him. Sometimes, he will inevitably lose himself. It was good that
Samuel's matter sobered him up. People in high positions have many hidden worries. In the past few
years, he has become even more tyrannical and dictatorial. Although he has always been said to be an
iron-blooded man, I know that this is not a good thing for him. If something happened, there might be a
great calamity. Luckily, this matter gave him a wake-up call. It allowed him to find his original intention,
so I felt a little more at ease. "
Nicole was slightly stunned.
She had never known that they had such a hidden worry in the military region.
Ashley looked at Claire and whispered, "Claire, did Emory treat you more possessively these past few
years?"
"Are you talking about dictatorship?"
Claire smiled quietly, giving people the feeling of the spring breeze.
Ashley nodded slightly.
"Yes."
"Well, he does have some dictatorship. Sometimes, he's so straight. However, after Samuel's matter,
he locked himself up in the study room for one night. When he came out, he had completely figured it
out. In this lifetime, no one can say that he would not make mistakes, nor can he guarantee that he will
not lose himself. I know that he has been lost these past few years. Fortunately, Samuel's matter has
made him realize. "
Claire said calmly, as if she was talking something about daily life. However, Gabrielle and Ashley's
expressions changed slightly.
"Claire, is there something wrong with Emory?"
Nicole was at a loss.
Claire didn't say that just now, did she?
Why did Ashley and Gabrielle look strange?
Claire glanced at Nicole and said with a smile, "Don't be like this. Don't frighten Nicole. It's okay.
There're competitions in the military every year. It's not a big deal."
"But there must be some dirty deeds, right?"
Ashley and Steven had different backgrounds. Naturally, they could see the problem from the dark
side.
Claire did not say anything.
Now Nicole figured out what was going.
"Then didn't you guys have trouble coming here today? Claire, you and Emory should go first."
Claire smiled when she saw how nervous Nicole was. "Everyone knows about the relationship between
the four young masters of the Seapolis City. Even if we do not come today, can we completely get rid of
you? We have a clear conscience. As for the rest, I believe the leaders. They should know how much
Emory has done for the country and the military region over the years."
"But..."
Ashley wanted to say something but was stopped by Claire with her eyes.
Nicole didn't understand the stakes, but she felt a little depressed.
Originally, they got together to have a good time. Why would things be like this?
Although she didn't know what Emory would be involved in, Nicole always felt that it was related to her
and Samuel. She didn't know if she was overthinking it.
"Alright, let's not talk about this anymore. Nicole and Samuel have just returned from a trip. Let's talk
about something fun."
Claire quickly changed the topic.
Ashley and Gabrielle also smiled and said, "We want to know what else you did besides letting Samuel
pretend to be a woman while you were traveling."
Nicole instantly felt a little shy.
"Why should I tell you?"
"Well, she’s shy!"
Ashley smiled and said, "I remember Mr. Green gets his tubes tied. Can it be used now?"
"It should be okay now,"
Gabrielle indifferently answered.
Nicole blushed.
"Don't say that! You're really dirty!"
"Dirty?"
As Ashley spoke, she leaned against Nicole and asked mischievously, "The dirty problem is how big
Mr. Green is; how long he insists."
Nicole somewhat regretted calling Ashley over.
"Claire, they're teasing me!"
Claire just smiled happily.
"Just say it."
As soon as Ashley finished speaking, she heard Steven gritting his teeth from outside.
"Does the size of Samuel have anything to do with you? If you want to know, why don't you come back
to the room with me to discuss this problem?"
As soon as Steven said that, he opened the door.
Steven stood outside the door with a straight face. Behind him, there were Samuel, Blair and Emory.
Nicole was so embarrassed that she wanted to leave now.
However, Ashley frowned and said, "Why did Mr. Bradford eavesdrop?"
"I'll listen whatever you say."
Steven directly stepped forward and hugged Ashley.
They all left in pairs.
Nicole was a little worried.
"Samuel, they won't..."
"Don't interfere in the matters between husband and wife."
Samuel closed the door.
When there were only they two in the room, Samuel said somewhat gloomily, "You women really dare
to ask any questions when you talk together."
"Isn't this the same as men? You guys also discuss woman's figure when you're together."
"Well..."
Samuel was stunned by Nicole's question, but he did not dwell on this question.
Nicole leaned against Samuel and whispered, "Emory came to apologize to me just now."
"I know."
"Samuel, I think that Emory is in trouble, but they didn't tell me. Is it because I'm not a real military wife,
so..."
"What are you talking about?"
Samuel interrupted Nicole and whispered, "It's not a big deal. Ashley has connections with the armed
gang, so she is sensitive. Gabrielle is an army medical doctor and she has participated in military
operations, so she knows a little. You don't have to think about this. Actually, it really isn't a big deal.
Although the opponent has some dirty deeds, Emory will overcome. If they really need our help, of
course we can do it."
"Alright."
Nicole nodded.
They talked for a while before Nicole fell asleep.
Samuel watched as Nicole fell asleep before he got up and walked out.
Emory, Steven and the others had begun to play mahjong in the room. Seeing Samuel coming, they
smiled and said, "You insist for a long time. It's almost been two hours. Didn't you see that Steven had
come early?"
Blair's words caused Steven's eyes to narrow, and he said, "At least, I still have more than an hour.
Someone doesn’t even have the chance. Hey, Gabrielle is going to give birth to a child in four months,
right?"
When Samuel saw they two quarreling, he did not interrupt. Instead, he directly sat beside Emory and
said indifferently, "Although I want to leave the military region, if anything really happens to you, I will
risk my life to seek justice for you."
"It's not as serious as you said. Since you plan to leave, you should leave straightforwardly. Don't worry
about us."
Emory's words instantly caused Steven and Blair to pause.
"Emory, what happened?"
Blair immediately became serious.
Although Steven forced a smile, his eyes were filled with nervousness.
Emory looked at them and got a lot of comfort and solace.
"Nothing, Samuel always makes a fuss."
However, Samuel was upset.
He didn't know!
He really didn't know!
Before he returned from abroad, he had thought of retirement. He also thought that, in any case, he
would retire to be with his wife and children. However, not long ago, he learned that Emory was in
trouble.
If he didn't retire, it might be a help to Emory. Now that he retired, Emory would be fighting alone.
Samuel hesitated in his heart and had mixed feelings.
But Emory guessed what he was thinking. Emory smiled and said, "Don't hesitate. Do not regret what
you choose. I have to walk my own path as well. I can do it without you. Just help me take care of my
wife and children if necessary."
Samuel, Blair and Steven instantly became serious.
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