Chapter 451: Adrian Stone Gripped the Metal Detector Tightly

Adrian Stone gripped the metal detector tightly, his other hand interlaced with Elena Ward's fingers. No one knew that only through this physical connection could Elena help him detect landmines.

He moved with more caution than ever before. At this moment, his will to survive burned brighter than ever—especially when the woman he loved was risking her life to assist him.

Each step was measured and deliberate.

Beep— The detector sounded its alarm.

Another landmine discovered. Adrian expertly excavated it, prompting cheers from the surrounding soldiers.

The second, the third... One after another, the explosives were neutralized.

At first, the team celebrated each success, but soon their reactions shifted to stunned silence.

Their captain seemed divinely guided today, clearing mines with uncanny precision. The soldiers exchanged glances—was Dr. Ward's presence the reason?

"Should've let them marry sooner," someone muttered under their breath.

Mine clearance wasn't typically the captain's duty. Yet today, Adrian achieved the impossible—thirty landmines disarmed in three hours without a single detonation.

Even more astonishing, the enemy's artillery remained eerily quiet throughout the operation.

"Today's truly blessed!" someone exclaimed.

When the final explosive was cleared, the path stood open. Only then did enemy shells finally roar—but they landed wildly off target.

"Sounds more like celebratory gunfire for the captain," a soldier joked.

Adrian led Elena back to camp, where news of their success had already spread. The entire battalion stood in formation to welcome them.

Dr. Alice Monroe gathered wildflowers, pinning one blossom to Adrian's uniform and another to Elena's collar before pressing a fragrant bouquet into the doctor's hands.

"May Captain Stone and Dr. Ward share a century of happiness—and many children!"

Amid the cheers, Elena's cheeks flushed pink. The fearless physician who'd strode through minefields now blushed like a bashful girl.

Adrian tightened his grip on her hand. As their eyes met amidst the crowd's jubilant well-wishes, their shared smile spoke volumes beyond words.