Facing Luo Ye’s humility and the expressions of those around, Lei Dawei helplessly shook his head and asked, "Do you doubt my impartiality?"
"No."
"How could we doubt Vice Army Commander Lei’s impartiality?"
"No, no."
"..."
A rush of eager justifications arose from below the stage.
Lei Dawei pressed down with his palm and glared at Luo Ye before continuing the introduction, "Alright then, I’ll continue the introductions, and none of you are allowed to be modest.
Hang Wen, 24 years old, forr company commander of the 3rd Company of the 2nd Battalion of Division B of Army B, specializes in shooting and Chinese boxing, fluent in Chinese, Japanese, and Russian languages, and proficient in modern dance and folk dance."
Following Lei Dawei’s introduction, the male soldier seated one spot away from Luo Ye stood up. He was about 182 cm tall, with a dark complexion, not very large eyes that shone brightly, and bumpy muscles on his arms that could be felt even through his uniform.
Luo Ye gave him a look and couldn’t help but mutter to herself, if this man were to play a mafia boss, he would be utterly convincing without any give-away.
"Hello, I am Hang Wen." A brief introduction, and then silence.
Lei Dawei furrowed his brows slightly, these people Lin Tingtao and Commander Yan had recruited were truly distinctive: "Okay, sit down. Next, Feng Qing, 22 years old, a junior at GF University, proficient in English, computers, as well as Taekwondo and Chinese boxing."
Luo Ye’s brows twitched. She had no idea Feng Qing had also been shortlisted, as the other had been keeping their head down when they ca in, and she hadn’t noticed them. Or perhaps, because she had been closer to Feng Tianzhi, Feng Qing was intentionally keeping a distance from her?
In fact, based on her recent observations, the Feng Family wasn’t as clearly divided as Feng Qing had described. The discrepancy with the faction of Feng Tianzhi was far too great.
She would have to ask Grandpa to pay more attention to this and be cautious about the cooperation with Feng Qing’s side. One must not harbor a harmful intent, but also must not be without a guard against others.
As Luo Ye pondered, Feng Qing finished her brief introduction and sat down, casting a fleeting glance at Luo Ye before lowering her head again.
The other mbers selected for Fierce Tiger included:
Hang Wu, Hang Wen’s twin brother, yet the two looked utterly different; Hang Wen had a butcher-like face, while Hang Wu appeared cultured and refined, quite delicate.
Li Ning, 24 years old, a core mber of Division B of Army A, extrely talented in foreign languages and drawing maps, discovered by Commander Yan for Fierce Tiger.
Wang Xingcheng, 20 years old, entered the military after graduating from a sports school, proficient in foreign languages, music, and a standout in physical abilities, discovered by Lin Tingtao.
Zhao Qianqian, 23 years old, a top student from a music academy, stunningly beautiful. Lei Dawei did not specify her specialties, and Luo Ye categorized her as the best practitioner of the ’beauty trap’, also discovered by Lin Tingtao.
Liu Ailing, 25 years old, forr top soldier of Army B, served two years in the peacekeeping forces, exceptionally distinguished, discovered by Commander Yan. She had fine features but bore a cold and expressionless deanor.
The aforentioned were the mbers who had entered Fierce Tiger, also Luo Ye’s potential colleagues. The competition for the deputy team leader would mainly be among these individuals.
Of course, it couldn’t be ruled out that before the selection, a mber of Team A might test into Fierce Tiger. Luo Ye weighed carefully; she did not hold complete confidence.
The selected team mbers were exceptional one by one, whether in their physical abilities or knowledge, all were outstanding in the military. It seed she must be fully alert.
To do sothing was to do it well, always her principle.
After introducing the mbers of Fierce Tiger, Lei Dawei took a sip of water and said in a calm and unhurried tone, "I know, the treatnt and rank of Fierce Tiger are coveted by many comrades, but let be frank, when signing up, weigh your own abilities carefully.
Joining Fierce Tiger isn’t just about brute strength or fearless spirit, mastering cultural and technical skills isn’t sothing achieved overnight.
All mbers who participate in the Fierce Tiger selection and fail will be assigned to other units for one year. This rule isn’t to stop everyone from joining Fierce Tiger but to encourage you all to think carefully about where you truly belong.
To be practical, the rank of Fierce Tiger is indeed higher than Team A, and the comprehensive quality of its mbers is also above Team A. Such differentiation is made to carry out missions more precisely.
If anyone intentionally stirs up conflict between the two departnts, then, please be prepared for a military court. I’m not joking. Is that understood?"
"Understood!" A thunderous roar arose.
"You all understand the internal secrecy regulations, right?"
"Understood!"
Lei Dawei nodded: "Alright, then I won’t say more. Those who want to sign up, please go find Feng Tianzhi. Next, please welco Military Commander Xia to make a concluding speech!"
"Vice Army Commander Lei has already made it very clear, I won’t belabor the point. In the end, I leave you with this: see others’ strengths and your own weaknesses, and you’ll know what you have to do."
"Yes!"
"Dismissed!"
Ye Xuan approached Luo Ye, whispering, "Ye’er, I’ll wait for you in Director Lei’s office."
"Okay." Luo Ye smiled at him, "I’ll co to find you soon."
The mbers of Fierce Tiger had all gathered around Feng Tianzhi, with Zhao Qianqian giggling: "Captain Feng, if there’s anything you need to do, just command."
"Those from Squad A who are signing up for the Fierce Tiger selection, you can take care of the registration," Feng Tianzhi said as he handed her the notebook, "You know how to do it, right?"
"Captain Feng, you’re underestimating . Do you think I only graduated from elentary school?" Zhao Qianqian pouted unhappily, "Back then, I was the student council president, and I was in charge of most of the events, big and small, at our school."
Hang Wu glanced at her indifferently, "This is Fierce Tiger, not a performing arts college."
"What do you an? You look down on our art college?" Zhao Qianqian smiled coquettishly, "But why do I feel like your words are dripping with jealousy?"
Hang Wen stepped forward to hold Hang Wu back from further arguing, "That’s enough, Xiao Wu, why so much fuss?"
"Did everyone forget what Vice Army Commander Lei just said?" Feng Tianzhi calmly surveyed them, "The selection hasn’t even started, and you’re already planning to knock each other down?"
"Captain Feng, no way, we’re just joking," replied Zhao Qianqian, eyes darting, as she reached out to tug at Feng Qing’s sleeve, "Let’s handle the registration together."
"No thanks." Feng Qing shrugged off her hand and walked over to Luo Ye, "Luoluo, I’d like to have a word with you."
"Alright then." Zhao Qianqian sighed and turned to Liu Ailing, "How about we work together?"
"Okay." Liu Ailing answered crisply and emotionlessly, sitting down beside her.
While everyone had their own thoughts, in another corner, Feng Qing took Luo Ye to a quiet spot and sighed, "Isn’t it strange, why I didn’t tell you?"
"It’s normal." Luo Ye chuckled, "I can’t expect you to tell everything. You’re not obligated to, and I don’t have that right."
"I knew you would misunderstand." Feng Qing smiled bitterly, "To be honest, I got into Fierce Tiger because of my brother’s recomndation. His approach surprised .
I initially refused, but Grandpa persuaded to join Fierce Tiger. He was right; no matter what, I’m part of the Feng Family. No matter how much the Feng brothers quarrel, once outside, we never treat each other as separate."
"Feng Qing, as an outsider, I shouldn’t be sticking my nose in your family business, but my intuition tells , in so respects your brother is very loyal.
I think you shouldn’t fall apart; that’ll only weaken the Feng Family’s strength and benefit those coveting it. I hope you can convey my words to the elders.
Of course, whatever they decide, our initial cooperation can continue, as long as they wish."
"I know, I’ll tell them." Feng Qing’s eyes were full of confusion, "Honestly, being this close to my brother recently has only made more puzzled.
I always thought he was unemotional and self-centered, but now it seems I was too hasty.
It’s like he’s using a façade to tightly wrap the real him inside a cocoon; although I can’t see what’s inside, the occasional sunlight strikes, and I seem to glimpse the essence. Luo... Luoluo, who is my brother, really?"
"He’s your brother; if you can’t figure him out, how could I? But, my feelings are similar to yours." Luo Ye patted her, "Let’s join the others; after all, this is our team’s first eting. We’ll often work together in the future, so it’s good to get to know each other."
"Okay." Feng Qing nodded and followed Luo Ye forward.
"Figured it out yet?" Feng Tianzhi leaned against the doorfra, looking at them lazily; his words were naturally for Feng Qing.
"Not yet." Feng Qing admitted honestly, "To be honest, my brother never cared about until I was over twenty, and now suddenly this way, I’m not used to it."
"No worries, you’ll get used to it gradually." Feng Tianzhi arched an eyebrow, "Anything related to Little Ye’er, I care about; anyone related to Little Ye’er, I protect."
"You..." Luo Ye was at a loss for words, not sure what to say.
"So that’s how it is." Feng Qing smiled with relief, "Now I understand, big brother, unexpected indeed... you really took by surprise."
"Surprised that I’d change for Little Ye’er?" Feng Tianzhi raised an eyebrow and smiled, "Little Ye’er, aren’t you a bit moved?"
"Captain Feng, it’s hard for to deal with you like this." Luo Ye looked conflicted, "I truly appreciate your deep affection, but I want to tell you, I’m committed. Since I’ve chosen Ye Xuan, that won’t change.
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