As Qi Taiguo had said, he was loyal to his country, loyal to the people, and loyal to the party; he had nothing to fear and nothing to hide.
When the organization called him in to discuss his leaving the team during the mission, he spoke frankly, not adding a word nor omitting a single letter. Whatever needed to be said, he said it all.
Upon leaving the meeting room, he looked up at the clear blue sky and the pristine white snow on the rooftops. Qi Taiguo straightened his military cap, pursed his lips, and strode away.
He had no control over the judgments and decisions of the organization, but he had no regrets about his own behavior, except for a slight sense of shame towards the fallen soldier and the two who had been discharged due to injuries.
If he were to be demoted because of this mission, he would accept it.
It was not the end when the organization had a talk with him; of course, they would also consult his superiors.
