Chapter 186 Highest Honor Next

"What do you think of this Parks?" Mrs. Gray is very concerned about her daughter's happiness. Her first sentence is to directly ask the two men's impression of Parks, because the power to decide Virgelia's happiness is in the hands of her husband, Mr. Gray, who is sitting next to her. To be honest, when it comes to a family like Mr. Gray, all the decisions, including the marriage of children. It must be discussed by the family. But anyway, Mr. Gray's opinion is crucial.

"Not bad!" Mr. Gray is obviously unwilling to comment more. He just said a word lightly.

Mrs. Gray looked at her brother, hoping to get some useful information from his mouth. She squeezed her lips and said, "Mart, you should have your own opinion!"

Malt smiled softly and said, "Not bad young man, but you know that his foundation is a little weak. Although he has a great reputation now, he did not accept our advice. This will make him take some detours.

Mrs. Gray couldn't help but be a little angry. She stood up and looked at Mr. Gray and sneered, "I really don't know what you men think. Mr. Gray, the man who just left is your daughter likes him. Looking at her appearance, you will know that she loves him. You know your business, what fame, what money, God, you have sold your souls to money.

"Enough," Mr. Gray suddenly said to Mrs. Gray in a low voice, "We didn't deny him. He has his strengths, but he also has his shortcomings. The point is that he is too young. If he doesn't achieve anything, will our daughter be happy with him? Will I let my daughter fall into the hands of a mediocre man?

"Achievement is not the most important thing, the most important thing is the daughter's happiness, unless the daughter doesn't love him!" Mrs. Gray dropped this sentence coldly and went upstairs by herself. Only two men were left to look at each other helplessly.

"I'm still optimistic about him!" Malt couldn't help laughing.

"Everything hasn't settled yet, Malt!" Mr. Gray nodded with a smile and couldn't see that he was so angry just now. He stood up and walked to the stairs. As he walked, he said to himself, "Maybe this is a gamble!"

"What did you say?" Malt couldn't help asking.

"Nothing, I just sighed that I was old!" Mr. Gray shook his head and slowly climbed up the stairs. Only Malt was left in a daze in the hall.

Obviously, this meeting was not very pleasant, but it was not all bad news. At least that's the case for Parks now. If the Gray family wants to give up this, that, or condescending and obedient at the beginning, it is obvious that it is impossible for them to give in. What they don't like most is to be manipulated by others, even Virginia's family.

But Parks was deeply moved by Virginia's performance. She was afraid that her family would embarrass her. She cared about all his feelings. What she really cared about was to think about him again, instead of maintaining her pride with the reservedness of a rich lady. She would rather bow her head in front of her and comfort her heart with tenderness. That's why Parks finally decided to let her accompany him to Washington.

They flew to Washington again. This time at the airport, officials in Washington have arranged the meeting in person. The leader was a colonel, dressed in a straight military uniform, followed by only a few designated newspaper reporters behind him, and two platoons of guards.

"Reese? Lieutenant Parks?" The colonel looked at him with a scrutiny look.

"Yes, Colonel!" Parks carried out the life of the Allied Command from his pocket, and then verified the identity of the military card. Then it was confirmed, and the colonel's face smiled.

"Who is this one?" The colonel frowned at Virginia, "Lieutenant, what is her identity?" Then he looked at Parks's doubtful eyes and smiled, "If she is your relative, she can definitely participate in this award ceremony, but if not, it's a pity!"

Parks looked at the colonel and couldn't help smiling and said, "She came with me. Do you think she is just a passer-by? It can be said that she is now my relative, and she is my lover and girlfriend!" Parks's words were resolute. Obviously, this sentence made Virginia happy. Even if she couldn't go this time, she wouldn't care.

"Okay, then please go together!" The colonel made a gesture of invitation. He maintained a very good manner in front of the beautiful lady and closed the door.

Cars are speeding in the city of Washington, D.C. There are no police cars along the way, but there are also several military vehicles guiding in front and protecting behind. This is also a kind of protection for those who have made outstanding contributions to the Medal of Honor in wartime.

The award ceremony was held on the lawn in front of the White House. When Parks's motorcade drove in, many people stood up and watched. The car stopped steadily, and then the colonel guided Parks towards the lawn.

"Lieutenant, you are so lucky. Today's ceremony is only for you." As the colonel guided Parks over, he talked to him in a low voice with a smile, but although the colonel looked very calm, he still heard a trace of envy and jealousy in his tone, which made Parks couldn't help smiling.

"Here are the heads of many newspapers and some senior officials of the White House. I will stand by your side later. If there is anything unclear, I can serve you!" The colonel continued.

"Thank you, Colonel!" Parks nodded and then closed their mouths. They entered the lawn, and then the colonel guided him to a chair in front of the stage, and Virginia was also arranged to sit down next to him.

At this time, there was a low horn, and then a group of people came out of the White House. One of the old people who was pushed in a wheelchair looked a little rich, but his eyes were very bright. With a smile on his face, he nodded to the cheering crowd around him.

"It's Mr. Roosevelt!" Parks stood up, and Virginia also stood up. The two couldn't help applauding the great man. Behind them, everyone stood up.

There was no unnecessary nonsense. Roosevelt motioned the attendant to push himself up the slope. There was a low microphone in front of him. His eyes swept under the stage, and then his eyes fell on Parks in the front row, nodding to him with a smile.

Parks nodded quickly.

President Roosevelt withdrew his eyes and smiled at everyone on the lawn and said, "I should have come to hold this ceremony for our hero in the magnificent conference room. But the sunshine is very good today. I suddenly feel that no matter how big the conference hall is, it is not as big as our lawn, so I should put the venue here. There is sunshine, fresh air, and beautiful scenery, so it is the most suitable place to award our heroes. There is nothing better than this!"

His words immediately made everyone present laugh. The atmosphere seems very relaxed.

"Today I held this ceremony for our American hero Lieutenant Parks. Some people once said it was unnecessary. They thought it was enough to give him the medal in a small house." President Roosevelt glanced at Parks under the stage and then continued to laugh, "But I told him that if a Parks can become a role model for the U.S. military and make everyone feel that it is worthwhile for the country, why should I be so stingy?"

There was a warm applause under the stage.

"Since we joined this world war, our soldiers have been ridiculed as playboys and a group of cowards who pick up guns, but now we let them see that among our soldiers, heroes emerge one after another. Our soldiers can fight bravely and charge into battle. They are not afraid of death. They have gone through all kinds of hardships. Roosevelt paused at this time.

The applause under the stage sounded again, and many people were listening, and this speech was transmitted to every corner of the United States and to every corner of the world through sound waves.

"So, those of us who are still enjoying a peaceful life and wine and coffee in the rear, we should give our heroes a decent award ceremony, which they deserve." When Roosevelt said this, he paused, then nodded and said, "Well, I think it's time to honor the hero now!"

At this time, someone brought a plate containing a Congressional Medal of Honor. President Roosevelt picked it up and said again to the microphone, "Let's listen to the honor speech written for Lieutenant Parks."

He said in a slow tone, and then slowly and powerfully: "Lieutenant Parks's brave and positive leadership inspires others. With his encouragement and encouragement, the soldiers he led fought bravely, gave the Germans a fatal blow, occupied vital positions, and successfully rescued the lives of their friendly troops and his comrades-in-arms. His role was enough to change the whole process of the battle, and his appeal and strong determination encouraged the soldiers in his army. Lieutenant Parks's heroism and dedication beyond mortals show the beauty [[***] team, his unit and the highest tradition of the United States.

When President Roosevelt finished reading the whole sentence, there was thunderous applause from the audience. At this time, President Roosevelt smiled and waved to Lieutenant Parks under the stage.

"Lieutenant, it's your turn!" The colonel reminded him.

Parks came to his senses, and it was obvious that he was a little moved just now. He stood up, bent down and hugged Virginia, and then quickly walked up the podium.

He saluted President Roosevelt, then bent down and shook hands with him, with a heartfelt smile on his face: "Mr. President, it's a great honor to meet you!"

"No, no, lieutenant!" Roosevelt quickly corrected, "It should be me. It's a great honor to see you, because you are a hero!" With that, Roosevelt motioned Parks to lower his head, then hung the medal around his neck with his own hands, and then held Parks's hand tightly and said, "Work hard, Lieutenant."

Parks nodded, and then Roosevelt smiled and said to him, "Stand over, Lieutenant, say something for the American people. They need heroes like you to boost morale.

Parks nodded solemnly, then walked to the microphone, raised the microphone, straightened up his chest, and took a deep breath: "First of all, I want to thank my brothers, the brothers of Company E. Without them, there would be no honor. The honor belongs to every brother of Company E!"

(to be continued)