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Lei Zhen became interested and looked through the binoculars, where he saw Fang Zhenhua.
"What's his name? Where is he from?"
Fang Zhenhua, a native of Yantai, Handong Province, is still a high school student.
High school student? Lei Zhen's eyes lit up even more.
"Go, make him run it again for me, just 5 kilometers of armed cross-country running."
"Yes, Chief."
The new recruit battalion commander stood at attention and saluted, then ran to the training ground and found Fang Zhenhua.
He said in a low voice.
"Zhenhua, the army commander has heard about your situation and he's come to the training ground. You should seize this opportunity, understand?"
"Go and get ready right away, prepare for a 5-kilometer armed cross-country run, good luck!"
As soon as the battalion commander left, all the other new recruits swarmed over, each chiming in with their own words.
"Zhenhua, you're amazing! Even the army commander has been alerted."
"Needless to say? I ran a five-kilometer armed cross-country run in 16 minutes and 40 seconds, good heavens!"
"Zhenhua, run, run well, and try to break that army record."
Fang Zhenhua's squad leader didn't say a word, but silently helped him prepare all the equipment.
These pieces of equipment weighed 19 kilograms. Fang Zhenhua took the equipment, while Lei Zhen was observing through binoculars on the small hill.
He said this immediately as Fang Zhenhua started running out.
It seemed that the army commander was watching over them, and it also seemed that they were eating better in the army.
Fang Zhenhua got more and more excited as he ran, and ran faster and faster.
I'll do anything for my nephew.
Everyone who witnessed this scene was completely dumbfounded.
After Fang Zhenhua finished running 5 kilometers, Lei Zhen immediately asked.
"for how long."
The timing was actually done by a regimental commander himself. After hearing Lei Zhen's voice, he shuddered, then looked at the timer and was dumbfounded.
Lei Zhen, who had a fiery temper, couldn't wait for an answer and couldn't help but urge him on.
"16 minutes 09 seconds."
Everyone gasped in shock; only 30 seconds remained before breaking that army-wide record.
"Hahaha, King of Soldiers, this is a potential King of Soldiers! You all need to train him well, provide comprehensive training, and don't slack off in the slightest."
The battalion commander of the recruit camp returned at this time. After hearing Lei Zhen's words, he couldn't help but smile bitterly.
"Commander, basic training for new recruits is about to end."
Lei Zhen paused for a moment, then nodded.
"Assign him to the Ninth Company of the Third Battalion."
The 9th Company of the 3rd Battalion belongs to the 119th Regiment, and it is a heroic unit.
"Alright, I've finished reading it. I'm very satisfied. I will not only report this matter to the military region, but also to the Central Military Commission. This is something that the entire army should be proud of. Our army is a unit with a glorious history and a heroic unit."
After Lei Zhen finished speaking, all the commanders and soldiers straightened their chests.
This unit fought against the Japanese invaders and reactionaries. It was once a renowned and fearless Column, and it also carried out anti-bandit operations in Southwest China. It was truly a fierce tiger in the jungle.
A heroic unit naturally carries on the legacy of heroes.
Lei Zhen left in the military vehicle with great satisfaction.
The three-month basic training period passed in the blink of an eye.
Fang Zhenhua's deeds had already spread throughout the entire army, and all the companies knew that there was a promising soldier in the recruit camp.
They were all waiting, waiting for Fang Zhenhua's deployment of troops.
On the day of the division, the new recruit platoon leader held the list and read it aloud.
"Zhu Hongguang, 5th Company, 2nd Battalion".
"Lu Yongping, Third Company, First Battalion."
Fang Zhenhua.
All the new recruits stared at Fang Zhenhua as the platoon leader read the words aloud.
"Third Battalion, Ninth Company".
The 9th Company of the 3rd Battalion, Company Headquarters.
Company Commander Liang Sanxi received the call and was overjoyed to hear the news from the other end.
"Good good."
"I understand, I understand."
Outside the company headquarters window, a burly, dark-faced man poked his head out.
It was Jin Kailai, the platoon leader of the Ninth Company.
After Liang Sanxi hung up the phone, Jin Kailai asked.
"What is it that makes you so happy?"
"The regimental headquarters just called. The list of new recruits has been released, and that little soldier king from the recruit camp has been assigned to our company."
Jin Kailai scoffed upon hearing this; he was, after all, a rough and rugged man.
"Little soldier king? I think that's just hype! Those people up there are only good at these crooked tricks."
Liang Sanxi laughed and scolded.
"Nonsense! Even the army commander went to see it himself, how could it be false?"
"Damn it, I want to see if this little soldier king is really that good."
"Old Jin, the regimental headquarters just called, telling us to take good care of this young soldier. I heard he's still a high school student."
"Wow! The God of Literature has come to our company. He's going to be both a scholar and a warrior! I'm even more excited now."
Jin Kailai meant no harm; it was simply the indomitable spirit of a soldier.
They all have two shoulders carrying one head.
Chapter 3 Company Competition
The 9th Company of the 3rd Battalion was stationed in the Ailao Mountains of Tiannan Province.
Fang Zhenhua arrived at the Ninth Company under the escort of the battalion commander.
Company Commander Liang Sanxi and Jin Kailai came to greet them.
"Comrade Xiao Fang, let me introduce you. This is Liang Sanxi, the company commander of the Ninth Company, and Jin Kailai, the artillery platoon leader."
Liang Sanxi, Jin Kailai?
This is the world in name, which is a wreath under the mountain. Does that mean Zhao Mengsheng is also here?
Fang Zhenhua's heart skipped a beat; it seemed that his nephew's fate had taken a turn for the better.
"Good morning, Company Commander. Good morning, Platoon Leader."
Fang Zhenhua stood at attention and saluted, his body ramrod straight. Liang Sanxi's eyes lit up; he liked soldiers with such morale.
"Hello, Comrade Fang Zhenhua."
After introductions, the battalion commander pulled Liang Sanxi aside.
"Sanxi, this Comrade Fang is a promising soldier personally selected by the military leaders. You can train him well."
Which platoon do you plan to assign him to?
"Old Jin's military skills are beyond question. What do you think about putting him in the artillery platoon? That way, he can receive more training."
The battalion commander put his hands on his hips and thought for a moment. Although Jin Kailai usually liked to complain and gossip a lot, he thought to himself, "Jin Kailai is usually very talkative and prone to complaining."
However, the battalion commander knew very well that Fang Zhenhua was an excellent commander, and that if he were to work under him, he would definitely receive better training.
“You’re right, but you need to be careful in private and not let Jin Kailai bring those bad habits to Xiao Fang, do you understand?”
"I'm entrusting him to you. The regimental commander said he'll come to your company in three months. He wants to personally assess whether Xiao Fang has made any progress. You need to arrange a special training method for him, understand?"
Liang Sanxi stepped forward, helped Fang Zhenhua take off his backpack, and carried it in his hand.
This small gesture was enough to warm Fang Zhenhua's heart. He had been treated coldly all his life except by his sister, brother-in-law, and nephew.
Liang Sanxi smiled and patted Fang Zhenhua on the shoulder.
“Let’s go! My ‘college student’, let’s go back to the company first. As for which platoon you’re going to, I’ve already decided.”
Jin Kailai was a man who couldn't keep a secret, and upon hearing this, he immediately asked.
"Company commander, which platoon are you going to?"
Liang Sanxi rolled his eyes at him.
Go to your platoon.
Jin Kailai stood there, stunned, watching the two figures leave. He couldn't help but touch his head.
"interesting."
After Fang Zhenhua was transferred to his unit, Liang Sanxi gave him some instructions, and then he was taken back to the artillery platoon by Jin Kailai.
On the way to the artillery platoon's barracks, Jin Kailai grinned and said.
"Wenquxing, I heard you broke the record for cross-country running in recruit camp?"
Fang Zhenhua knew what kind of person Jin Kailai was. The nickname "Wenquxing" (a literary star) sounded somewhat sarcastic, but Fang Zhenhua didn't take it to heart and instead spoke truthfully.
"Platoon leader, this matter is recorded in the recruit camp. You can check it if you don't believe me."
“I know those officials better than anyone. If you want me to believe you, then compare yourself to them.”
In the entire Ninth Company, if we were to talk about who has the strongest combat skills, Jin Kailai would definitely be in the top three.
Fang Zhenhua knew very well that the military had always been a place where the strong were respected.
What makes you stand out? Aside from your background, the only thing that matters is that you're better than others.
They can run faster, shoot more accurately, and throw grenades farther than others.
Only in this way can you earn respect.
"Without real skill, who would dare to go to Liangshan? Platoon leader, how do you suggest we compete?"
"Good boy."
Ordinary recruits wouldn't dare speak like that to their platoon leader, let alone their squad leader.
This soldier is no ordinary soldier; he has confidence.
“You’re probably not very skilled at shooting, grenade throwing, hand-to-hand combat, and bayonet fighting. I won’t take advantage of you; let’s have an armed cross-country race.”
"If the platoon leader gives me face, I'll definitely take it and obey his orders."
"Tomorrow morning, gather all the soldiers in the platoon together. I want to see if you're real gold or scrap iron."
On Fang Zhenhua's first day in the company, everything was calm except for the minor incident with Jin Kailai.
But the next morning, Platoon Leader Jin was going to have an armed cross-country race with new recruit Fang Zhenhua, and this news instantly caused a sensation throughout the entire Ninth Company.
Liang Sanxi received the news immediately, and he pinched the bridge of his nose.
"This old Jin is really reckless."
Although he didn't quite agree with Jin Kailai's approach.
But the words have already been spoken. If the competition isn't held, what will the soldiers below think?
Therefore, not only did they have to compete, but Liang Sanxi also had to personally arrange everything.