Chapter 136: Compete, Don’t Do An Injustice to Yourself


    Trantor: Dragon Boat Trantion Editor: Dragon Boat Trantion


    Wang Ye’s gun had already been carefully maintained by Ye Sanshi, but this didn’t affect the current operation. In fact, everyone’s guns were in excellent condition due to their proper maintenance.


    Although Wang Ye hadn’t undergone any formal training, he had retrieved the gun from the storeroom just now, and the process of handling it was a learning experience on its own.


    Taking cues from Ye Sanshi, Wang Ye carefully proceeded with the steps to handle the gun. He removed the magazine, pulled down the bolt, and checked the chamber to ensure there were no bullets.


    Of course, it was evident that there were no bullets in the magazine, as it would have disastrous consequences if there were any. Nheless, adhering to the correct procedure was crucial.


    Due to hisck of experience, Wang Ye’s movements weren’t as swift as Ye Sanshi’s. He encountered some difficulties, and it required a bit of effort to dismantle the gun properly.


    After spending about a minute, Wang Ye finally seeded in dismantling the gun, cing all the parts on a cloth in front of him before proceeding with the maintenance.


    Following Ye Sanshi’s guidance, Wang Ye maintained the gun’s parts using simr steps and techniques. Despite his current memory being only 1.5, he was able to recall the information learned from Ye Sanshi urately.


    After the maintenance, Wang Ye remained silent and focused as he began to assemble the gun again. This time, the process was a bit faster, thanks to his familiarization with the assembly structure during the dismantling process.


    Within about 30 to 40 seconds, Wang Ye sessfully assembled a fully maintained 81st Crossbow. He then changed the toilet paper on the gun barrel, making sure it waspletely empty.


    Ye Sanshi was the first to apud, praising Wang Ye for quickly and skillfullypleting the task just by observing once. Others in the dormitory also pped, though Wang Ye could sense that some of them were not genuinely impressed and were probably eager to try it themselves.


    Despite the apuse, Wang Ye’s mind was preupied with the system’s response.


    “Skill transformation failed!” The system’s feedback had surprised him.


    He looked down at the pike in his hand, lost in thought about what could have gone wrong during the skill transformation process.


    It seemed that the issue with the skill transformation wasn’t about firearms being unable to be converted, but rather the time taken during the disassembly andbination process. Wang Ye realized that spending over six minutes on the task might have exceeded the system’s criteria for a sessful skill transformation.


    Despite this setback, Wang Ye decided not to dwell on it too much. He knew that he could try againter and even attempt to perform the task without relying on the system.


    As Ye Sanshi selected the next person, Deng Hai, to attempt the challenge, it was evident that Deng Hai was determined topete with Wang Ye. Deng Hai’s movements were swift and efficient, and he managed toplete the entire process in less than four minutes, much faster than Wang Ye.


    However, Ye Sanshi didn’t apud Deng Hai’s achievement. Instead, he calmly reminded him, “Did you forget the authorization oath just now?”


    Deng Hai was taken aback by this statement. It appeared that Ye Sanshi was not only evaluating their skills but also emphasizing the importance of adhering to the rules and maintaining discipline during their training and operations.


    Ye Sanshi wore a stern expression, disappointed with what he had just witnessed.


    “When you took the oath, you promised to cherish your guns as if they were your own lives.”


    “But look at what you were doing just now.” ckface Ye stared directly at Deng Hai.


    The gun was disassembled and reassembled hastily, with little concern for the impact and wear on its parts. Control over their strength wascking.”


    “Let me tell you, Deng Hai,” Ye Sanshi said in a deep voice, “You can’t judge apetition by its surface. As a newbie, holding a gun for the first time, your focus should be on following my orders and treating your gun and life with care, step by step.”


    “Yes, sir! I was wrong!” Deng Hai admitted straightforwardly. Though Wang Ye noticed his clenched fists, he quickly lowered his head and apologized.


    Wang Ye didn’t know what to say to him; it seemed like Deng Hai had lost his way.


    “Put down your gun and run five kilometers on the field. Reflect on how you should value your life. And write a 5,000-word essay, due before tomorrow’s roll call!”


    Deng Hai looked up at Ye Sanshi, clenching his fists even tighter and breathing heavily.


    “Still not convinced?” Ye Sanshi raised an eyebrow.


    “Report, I’m convinced!” Deng Hai gritted his teeth.


    “Your expression tells me otherwise! Step aside for now. You can run those five kilometers when you can smile at me.”


    Ye Sanshi’s calm voice stunned everyone in ss five.


    As the vice ss monitor and a soldier of the 4th Company, Wang Ye could have pleaded for mercy. However, he chose not to.


    To be honest, ever since Deng Hai drank the smoked water, he had been trying topete with Wang Ye. However, Wang Ye never saw him as a threat and allowed him to grow.


    But now, something had happened, and Wang Ye wouldn’t help Deng Hai, nor would he hinder him.


    He knew that if he pleaded for Deng Hai now, it might improve Ye Sanshi’s opinion of him, seeing him as apassionate and friendly soldier. However, Wang Ye didn’t want to create that impression. He didn’t see himself as kind or value camaraderie.


    While Wang Ye hadradeship with the others in ss Five, especially Qin Li, Wan Baojiang, and the rest, Deng Hai was different. Wang Ye couldn’t bring himself to pretend or maintain a friendly facade with someone who secretly resented him.


    If Deng Hai remained in the samepany in the future, Wang Ye might even consider finding a way to remove him. Trusting someone who harbored such ill feelings was dangerous, especially on the battlefield, where your life depended on yourrades.


    Even though Wang Ye knew that eliminating enemies was better than keeping them, he hesitated to take such action. He didn’t want to cause unnecessary grievances.


    Under the watchful eyes of ss Five, Deng Hai gazed up at Ye Sanshi, reminiscent of the night they drank and smoked together.


    Indeed, Deng Hai must be feeling very angry and frustrated at the moment. He had been putting in a lot of effort, trying to prove himself to Ye Sanshi and the rest of ss Five.


    Despite seeing other sses change their vice ss monitor, Ye Sanshi had never brought up this matter within their ss. This likely fueled Deng Hai’s belief that if he outperformed Wang Ye, he would be praised and recognized.


    However, the reality was disappointing for him. Instead of receiving apuse and acknowledgment, he faced the consequence of his hasty actions.


    “Yes sir!”


    With a mix of emotions, Deng Hai eventually gave in, gritting his teeth and agreeing once again to Ye Sanshi’s orders after a brief moment of resistance.