The next afternoon, a transport helicopter landed at a Special Forces base. Luo Zheng jumped off the plane, watching the fluttering red flag, the familiar training ground, barracks, and many unfamiliar faces, feeling excited. Although he hadn't spent much ti at this base, it had left a deep impression, especially the first squad. He wondered who the current captain was.
"How does it feel, like coming ho?" Captain Li said with a smile, "Co on, let's talk in the office."
Everyone nodded knowingly, looking at Luo Zheng. Luo Zheng smiled at the familiar surroundings but said nothing more, following Captain Li to the office building. The guard nad Wang Yong was still guarding the office, reminding Luo Zheng of the ti Wang Yong sent him to the training camp. He approached with a smile and said, "Brother, do you rember ?"
"Hello, sir." Wang Yong didn't dare be careless and imdiately saluted, his eyes showing warmth. Wang Yong had a lot of mories of Luo Zheng and deeply admired this man who had created countless miracles.
"We're brothers, no need to stand on ceremony." Luo Zheng glanced at Wang Yong's rank, which was several grades lower than his own, and couldn't help but sigh. Back then, he was just a soldier who had to salute Wang Yong, and now, the situation was reversed. Truly, the world is unpredictable.
"Alright, don't just stand there. Xiao Wang, serve tea." Captain Li said beside them.
Wang Yong agreed, and everyone walked into the office and sat on the sofa. After pouring tea, Wang Yong closed the door and left. Captain Li looked at everyone and said, "No need for false pretenses among us. You decide how to select the people, and tell how you need my cooperation. I'll definitely comply."
"Firstly, we can't reveal a single word about our situation. Secondly, our mortality rate is ninety percent, absolutely nine out of ten will die. You must tell everyone this and have them ntally prepared. Participation must be voluntary, without coercion. Those willing to undergo the selection will start the test tomorrow." Luo Zheng solemnly instructed Captain Li.
"Don't worry, I understand the rules. Just tell how to select them." Captain Li agreed.
"Let's start with a twenty-kiloter run carrying ten kilograms. I rember your requirent was to carry ten kilograms in about ninety minutes. Our requirent is twenty kilograms in eighty minutes. The ti is shorter, but the load is heavier. The top thirty will proceed, and if none et the requirent, you know the rules." Luo Zheng said seriously.
"Of course, friendship is one thing, but this matter cannot be treated carelessly." Captain Li quickly said.
"Thank you for understanding, Captain. You can inform everyone of this testing standard first. We'll discuss the subsequent tests later. The official start is tomorrow at 1 pm. As for the route, let's take the back mountain. Familiar roads won't test adaptability and problem-solving skills adequately. Captain Li, please get the map right away." Luo Zheng said.
Captain Li quickly brought over the base plans, and Luo Zheng studied the back mountain area for a while, then drew a route on it. This route included shrubs, slopes, valleys, ridges, rivers, and more, making it extrely challenging. Captain Li felt his scalp tingle just looking at it, secretly worrying.
After putting down the pen, Luo Zheng said to Captain Li, "Please arrange for surveillance along this route to prevent cheating. Can this be completed in one day?"
"No problem." Captain Li fully agreed, thinking that installing the surveillance would also help familiarize themselves with the environnt for the next day's test.
"Alright, that's all for now. Captain, please arrange our accommodation. We'll leave the preparations to you and only focus on the results." Luo Zheng said gratefully.
"No problem, the accommodations are ready." Captain Li replied, opening the door and calling Wang Yong.
Led by Wang Yong, everyone arrived at the guest house with four rooms, one for each person, all ready. Standing by the guest room window, Luo Zheng gazed at the familiar training ground where soldiers were sweating profusely, feeling excited. Once, he was one of them. Tis change, people change, but a soldier's heart remains steadfast.
On the training ground, a nimble figure was completing a 400-ter obstacle course: running, jumping, rolling, climbing; every movent was sharp and powerful, and incredibly fast, with all actions flowing seamlessly like running water. Luo Zheng watched with interest, observing carefully.
Soon, the person finished the training, showing no signs of exhaustion. Luo Zheng could tell this guy was holding back, suggesting strength. He secretly noted the person's appearance. At this mont, Captain Li was gathering people, possibly to announce the selection orders, reducing Luo Zheng's interest, so he turned on the TV.
Three hours later, a transport helicopter roared in, landing on the training ground helipad. A Major General and two Majors disembarked and headed straight for the office building. Luo Zheng paid no mind, noting that it was almost dinnerti and called Ghost Hand and the others using the internal line.
Soon, Wang Yong rushed over with a displeased look, which sparked curiosity in Luo Zheng. He asked, "What's wrong?"
"Reporting to you, sir. A commander from the Large Group Army District has arrived and is arguing with the Captain. I was outside and could hear it clearly. The Group Army commander heard about the selection and demanded representatives from the entire Group Army participate. The Captain disagreed, and they're having an intense dispute. The Group Army commander said if the Captain disagreed, they wouldn't release anyone. I sensed sothing was amiss and hurried over to inform you." Wang Yong quickly explained.
"Group Army Commander? Who?" Luo Zheng asked with surprise.
"Who else but Commissar Song? He's here in person. No idea how he caught wind of it; I suspect soone from our Special Forces leaked it." Wang Yong said angrily.
"The Song family?" Luo Zheng was startled, his expression solemn. The conflict with the Song family wasn't new. Since the Song family proposed reconciliation, there hadn't been any news from them. Unexpectedly, they showed up now to cause trouble. What are they planning? Could it be they've developed so formidable descendants?"
Ghost Hand and the others knew about Luo Zheng's conflict with the Song family and were intrigued. Luo Zheng thought for a mont and asked, "Wang Yong, have you heard of any powerful figures with the surna Song recently in the Group Army District?"
Wang Yong pondered for a mont and shook his head, saying, "No."
"Any powerful figures with familial ties to Commissar Song?" Ghost Hand, knowing Luo Zheng's intent, supplented the question.
"Yes, three months ago at the national Special Forces competition, the captain of our Group Army team was nad Wei Jun, nicknad Saber. He excels in combat, ranks first in static target shooting, and comparative mastery in other subjects, rumored to be Commissar Song's nephew, though I'm not sure." Wang Yong quickly responded.
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