Chapter 38


    The physical trainingsted only for 40 to 50 minutes, and the specific time was at the discretion of the ss leaders. Among them, ss Monitor Li and the new Fourth ss Monitor stood out as exceptional individuals.


    The first batch of students departed along with the rest of the ss. However, there were also outliers like Ye Sanshi, who kept pushing the limits until the fourth ss monitor and their team left with their people. He went the extra mile by making everyone run an additional 400 meters and do another set of 50 push-ups.


    He justified his decision to push them further by iming that the sun was setting and the weather was turning cold, and he didn’t want anyone catching a cold. As the ss monitor, he believed he was being considerate and doing it for their own good. However, his words fell on deaf ears as everyone gritted their teeth in frustration.


    Upon returning to the dormitory, Zhang Ping’an was given a few minutes to attend to his personal matters before being called away for duty.


    Dinner was served promptly at 6:10 pm. This time, the atmosphere was livelier than usual as everyone sang loudly during the meal. After having had a long day with lots of pent-up frustrations, they made up for it by shouting at the top of their lungs.


    Upon finishing their meal, everyone was granted twenty minutes of free time in their dorms. However, in reality, this free time was only for Deng Hai to inquire about Ye Sanshi’s ns for the uing days. Ye Sanshi replied casually.


    In truth, when they returned to the dormitory, they were instructed to carry a small stool and familiarize themselves with the regtions. This left them with no time to socialize or move around freely.


    …..


    “The regtions have been sessfully transformed into skills!”


    Examining the regtions, Wang Ye did not raise any objections. In fact, he approached the task with a great deal of seriousness, unlike Deng Hai, who appeared constipated.


    Under Ye Sanshi’s guidance, Wang Ye used the system while observing. He endeavored to convert the regtions into skills, and as expected, he seeded. This aplishment elevated Wang Ye’s spirits. He was pleased that he could transform the regtions into a skill.


    Frankly, he was not fond of rote memorization. If he could boost his proficiency by converting the regtions into skills and quickly mastering them, that would undoubtedly be the ideal oue.


    Unfortunately, Wang Ye had little time to farm experience, as the sound of a whistle interrupted his activities. At precisely 6:50 p.m., the whistle blew, signaling the entirepany to assemble. Wang Ye had nned to watch TV, as Ye Sanshi had mentioned when Deng Hai inquired.


    Each day at seven o’clock, unless special circumstances or arrangements dictated otherwise, thepany was required to watch the news broadcast. As they were ustomed to this routine, they did not panic despite the sound of the whistle. They closed the regtions in their hands and ced them carefully on the bed before tidying up their instruments and heading downstairs together.


    In the ssroom, they unlocked a new location for the recruitpany on the fourth floor of the dormitory building. The room was quite spacious and could amodate arge number of recruits without feeling crowded.


    “Silence! You must pay attention and take the news broadcast seriously. After watching it, one of you will be selected toment on the day’s news. I expect all of you to study and watch attentively!” The toon leader, who was on duty that day, spoke from the stage.


    As soon as the toon leader finished speaking, the expressions of the recruits below the stage instantly turned sour.


    “What?! We have toment on the news?” someined.


    “What does that even mean? We just read the news and give our opinions?” others questioned.


    “Don’t hit meter, please!” some even prayed out loud.


    Wang Ye was also at a loss for words.


    Despite the initial shock, Wang Ye’s mature mentality enabled him to recognize this as an opportunity. In the army, unity and leadership were critical. Although it might be a little presumptuous for him to step forward without waiting for the call, if he performed well, it would undoubtedly be a massive advantage.


    Wang Ye did not forget that he still had the duty of being the deputy ss monitor. Ten days may seem like an extended period, but it was merely ten days when following the current method. He had to take advantage of every opportunity presented to him. Thus, Wang Ye made a decision in his heart to give it his all.


    However, this was only a preliminary decision, and Wang Ye knew that the specific situation would depend on the content of the news broadcast, whether he could summarize it, and whether he could give a good review. If he couldn’t, Wang Ye wouldn’t risk embarrassing himself by stepping forward.


    Soon, the news broadcast started, and the entire ssroom fell silent, with only the sound of the television breaking the silence. Everyone was astonished by the toon leader’s challenge.


    Wang Ye knew he had to take the news broadcast seriously to avoid any future consequences.


    “The national troop transportation work is in full swing…. One person joining the army, the whole city sending him off…” announced the news broadcast. The first piece of news after the opening was about the country’s transportation of soldiers into the army, with images of soldiers being transported from various locations appearing on the screen.


    The scene brought tears to the eyes of the recruits in the ssroom, as they had just gone through the same process the day before. Although it had only been a day, it felt like a lifetime had passed for everyone.


    The news broadcast continued, covering both national affairs and international news, and Wang Ye watched it with great seriousness, preparing hisnguage and wording in his mind.


    Finally, after thirty minutes, the news ended, and the toon leader returned to the stage. As he ascended the tform, the atmosphere in the entire ssroom became somber. The current situation could be described in a single sentence – everyone’s mood was heavy, as if they had just visited a grave. The scene was as silent as a memorial service.


    Wang Ye didn’t count himself among those who might be eager to go on stage. He was reviewing his draft in his mind, silently evaluating whether it was appropriate for him to summarize andment like this.


    “After watching the news, is there anyone eager to go on stage?” inquired the toon leader, but no one made a sound. Many of the recruits did not dare to look directly at the toon leader on the stage, instead lowering their heads and praying that they would not be selected.


    What they did not know was that ording to the usual process, when watching the news broadcast for the first time, no recruits would take the initiative to go on stage.


    In this case, the toon leader would select a few unlucky individuals who were too afraid to look at him directly or unwilling to go on stage andment.


    At that moment, thepanymander, instructor, and veterans were all prepared to watch the show that would unfold.


    “Report!”


    “Wow, Brother Wang, you’re truly a hero!” Deng Hai whispered in admiration upon recognizing the speaker.


    Wang Ye did not turn to look at the speaker, aware that he had captured everyone’s attention. In fact, everyone in the room, including the veterans, was taken aback by his action.


    At that moment, it seemed that someone was genuinely eager to go on stage.


    Wang Ye ignored the stares of those around him and focused only on the toon leader on the stage. As a mature individual who had previously been part of society, he could easily handle such a small scene and the apanying mental pressure.


    Although Wang Ye was slightly nervous, he was still able to control his emotions and didn’t forget his lines.


    “Alright, it seems we have a braverade willing to step forward,” the toon leadermented, surprised that someone had volunteered.


    Without missing a beat, the toon leader confirmed, “Very well. Comrade, are you willing to go on stage to give yourments?”


    “Report, I am willing to be the first to go on stage,” Wang Ye confidently replied.


    At this point, Wang Ye revealed a smile and looked at the other recruits who were staring at him. “It’s mainly because I noticed that my brothers were nervous, and I happen to be someone with thick skin. In a game I yed, I was willing to be a cushion for everyone to rx.”


    The toon leader and the veterans didn’t really understand the reference to games. Perhaps not many of them had yed online games before, especially as soldiers who had little free time for leisure. They may not have the time or inclination to y games, even during their limited vacation time. Naturally, they didn’t understand Wang Ye’sment.


    However, the recruits did understand. As previously noted, there were few obedient boys at this age who could join the army. It was even moremon for them to y games online. Therefore, as soon as Wang Ye finished speaking, the crowd couldn’t help butugh.