He was so persuasive that he actually practiced extraordinary

Zhang Beixing was delighted. All his previous efforts had finally paid off; hard work pays off.

"Squad leader, are you not leaving?" Zhang Nengliang asked anxiously.

"Leave? What are you talking about?" Niu Nuli said fiercely. "I haven't gotten my revenge for the last exercise, do you think I'm just going to leave like this?"

Zhang Beixing nodded and said, "That's right. When it comes to tank technology, Lao Niu, you are still better. Last time you lost to combined arms tactics, not the enemy's tanks. You are still the undisputed king of the Ninth Brigade."

Niu Nuli was embarrassed by Zhang Beixing's words and smiled awkwardly, revealing a row of small white teeth.

Zhang Nengliang completely forgot about Harvey; as long as the squad leader didn't retire, nothing else mattered.

At this moment, Yang Junyu, having received the news, hurriedly led his special operations company over and, before the G country's military arrived, took Harvey into custody.

As for the negotiations later, how to properly handle Harvey, Yang Junyu and Zhang Beixing thought the same thing: leave it to the brigade commander!

Two fully armed special operations soldiers stepped forward, one on each side, escorting Harvey, who had no intention of resisting anymore, and quickly walked towards the command tent.

Yang Junyu saluted and said, "Captain Zhang, thank you for your hard work this time. You've really brought honor to our country!"

"Let's skip the formalities," Zhang Beixing said with a smile. "I heard your fellow villager brought you two bottles of good wine?"

Yang Junyu's face hardened, and he sneered, "You special forces soldiers from Wolf Fang can drink alcohol? Aren't you afraid your reflexes will become dull?"

"As a top-notch sniper, tobacco and alcohol are both deadly."

Zhang Beixing scoffed dismissively, "Look at how stingy you are! It's none of your business if I go back and have a drink with my girlfriend tonight."

"..."

Upon hearing this, Yang Junyu's eyes widened immediately.

What's with all the bragging? It's not like everyone else doesn't have a girlfriend.
Hmm? No, it seems he doesn't actually have that.

Thinking of this, Yang Junyu couldn't help but let out a long sigh.

This world is getting less and less friendly to single people! It's so frustrating!
……

At the anti-terrorism competition site, within the Chinese camp, Brigade Commander Lan Zhiguang was watching the video surveillance.

As the supreme commander here, he is responsible for overall unified command and control.

At this moment, Yang Junyu led two soldiers from the special operations company and barged in, escorting Harvey. He shoved Harvey hard, and Harvey fell to the ground in a sorry state.

"Is this how you, a nation of etiquette, treat your guests?" Harvey turned and glared at him.

Yang Junyu scoffed disdainfully, "We only treat our friends with hospitality. You're no friend at all. When it comes to enemies, we only have machine guns and cannons!"

Yang Junyu dared not take credit. After explaining the ins and outs of the arrest operation to Lan Zhiguang, he stood at attention and saluted.

"The spy Harvey, who attempted to steal secrets from our country's active defense system, has been apprehended. Please give instructions, brigade commander."

After hearing the whole story, Lan Zhiguang's expression darkened, and after a moment, he let out a long sigh.

"Comrades, you've worked hard. No matter what, as the host country, G country is to blame for having such a scoundrel as Harvey in its military. Leave the rest to me, and our country will make them pay the price!"

As the highest-ranking officer in this counter-terrorism competition, Lan Zhiguang was naturally furious that a dangerous military leak had occurred.

"Yes, Commander!"

Fortunately, Harvey has been captured and brought to justice, and the situation has turned out alright. Next, it's time to discuss negotiations with Country G.

Lan Zhiguang picked up the phone and dialed the leaders of the relevant departments in charge of the event.

The video conference was connected immediately.

Lan Zhiguang spoke with a serious expression and unwavering conviction.

"I am Lan Zhiguang from the Chinese delegation. We have come here with sincere intentions to participate in this anti-terrorism competition, but some people refuse to follow the rules..."

"..."

Having handed over Harvey, the spy, Zhang Beixing was happy to have some peace and quiet.

He wasn't one to meddle in other people's business, but when it came to national interests, he didn't want his country to suffer any losses.

After hearing the news that Zhang Beixing had returned from capturing Harvey, Huang Xiaomeng also quietly slipped out of the satellite command vehicle.

He secretly hid a bunch of duck necks and chicken feet in his sleeve, found Zhang Beixing, and said he wanted to share them with his hero.

Zhang Beixing looked at the duck necks in front of him, which were supposedly meant for celebration but ended up all going into Huang Xiaomeng's stomach, and could only give a helpless, bitter smile.

"Don't just watch me eat... burp! You eat too... waaaah, it smells so good."

Huang Xiaomeng's mouth was stuffed full of snacks, with each side bulging into a small mound, making her look like a hamster preparing for winter.

Even so, he still had a duck in his left hand and a chicken in his right, his eyes gleaming as he stared at the snacks in the bag.

Looking at the girl's adorable, gluttonous appearance, Zhang Beixing couldn't help but facepalm.

“You should eat it yourself. It’s like our troops are mistreating you. Hide some food so that foreign troops don’t think our country is still starving,” Zhang Beixing teased in a low voice.

Huang Xiaomeng chuckled sheepishly.

"I had no choice. This place doesn't even have a convenience store. I was afraid I would eat all the snacks I brought from China too soon, so I didn't want to eat them. But I just couldn't resist anymore."

While speaking indistinctly, Huang Xiaomeng didn't forget to stuff a braised egg into her mouth.

Zhang Beixing rolled his eyes: "So all that dashing and heroic demeanor you usually exaggerate is just an act?"

"The army didn't change your old habit of craving snacks at all; you're still a foodie at heart."

"No, that's not true..."

Huang Xiaomeng stopped abruptly as soon as she opened her mouth, coughing several times in succession.

He must have been too anxious and choked himself.

She waved her hands repeatedly, "Let me have a drink of water first, and then I'll listen to your excuses later."

and many more!

What is that?

quibble???

Upon hearing this, Zhang Beixing narrowed his eyes slightly, and three black lines appeared on his forehead.

……

Shortly afterward, the organizing committee suddenly decided to suspend the competition and hold a secret video conference with the participation of delegations from various countries.

All the reporters were puzzled. What major event had occurred that led to the suspension of the match? Under strict security measures, the media was completely unaware of the international events taking place.

During the video conference, Harvey appeared in the video feed of various delegations, his hands tied behind his back, escorted by two fully armed soldiers.

After Lan Zhiguang recounted his crimes, the leaders and soldiers present erupted in uproar.

What's going on here? They're all here to compete, not to be put on trial.

The headmaster of Country G was ashen-faced; the spies had been caught red-handed! As the executive officer, he was undeniably culpable for allowing a spy like Harvey to infiltrate his ranks and successfully steal military secrets from various countries.

In other words, he's going to take the blame this time.

What he needs to consider now is how to alleviate the anger from China, appease Lan Zhiguang who has been criticizing him, and minimize the risk of a national dispute.

"We are deeply saddened by this incident. I would like to make a statement here regarding this leak of tank technology. We promise to fully assist China in completing the interrogation. We will have no objection to whatever measures are taken against Harvey!"

"You are in charge of all the decisions regarding how to handle this leak!"

The final match proceeded as scheduled the following morning.

As for Harvey's punishment and what benefits the delegations from this incident gained, everyone knows the truth, but it won't be brought up in public.

As for those outside the venue, the noisy media reporters were completely unaware of the major confidential incidents that occurred during the competition.

Whether it was China, the biggest beneficiary, or G country and others, they all maintained a consistent silence on this matter, keeping it a closely guarded secret.

According to the schedule, the final competition is about to begin, and the title of "King of Tanks" in this world tank competition will be decided in this final.

Outside the venue, the flashes of cameras held high by reporters were constantly going off.

Inside the arena, the tanks from the two countries that made it to the finals were lined up in an orderly fashion, ready to go at any moment and compete against each other.

"Zhang Beixing, the finals are coming up soon, aren't you coming with us?" Niu Nuli looked at Zhang Beixing expectantly and said.

Zhang Nengliang said reluctantly, "Yes, although the Austrian army's technology is also good, the three of us are the real golden crew!"

Zhang Beixing shook his head and declined: "No, this tank competition ultimately belongs to you."

"Even if I don't play, without Xavi, G Country's substitutes are no match for you. This game is a foregone conclusion."

Zhang Nengliang's eyes were fervent: "As long as we win, we will be bringing glory to our country, and our names will be recorded in military history!"

Feeling their enthusiastic attempts to persuade him to stay, Zhang Beixing gave them a helpless smile.

"Red blood cells are a shadow force."

With just one simple sentence, Niu Nuli and Zhang Nengliang understood.

What is a shadow force?

They fight in the darkness and hide in the light; wherever there is danger, there they are.

Such a team is truly remarkable.

But precisely because of this, for some honors, their true faces cannot be seen on the podium.

"I understand." Zhang Nengliang nodded in disappointment, but his tone remained stubborn. "However, in any case, you deserve some credit for this championship, and everyone in the Ninth Brigade will remember it!"

Niu Nuli nodded emphatically, and the three of them extended their fists and collided in mid-air.

"Ninth Brigade, victory is assured!"

"China will prevail!"

With a roar of oath, Niu Nuli and Zhang Nengliang immediately got into their car and drove away.

The Austrian soldiers, who had been waiting in the tank compartment for a long time, stared at the two men speechlessly.

So you guys just dislike me?

Niu Nuli quickly smiled apologetically: "How could that be? You're a ten-year veteran tank soldier, your skills are no worse than mine. Who would dare to look down on you? Zhang Nengliang, don't you think so?"

They shifted the blame incredibly quickly.

Zhang Nengliang also said with a smile, "Austrian Army, you performed very well yesterday. You are indeed a veteran. Don't let us down today."

"Go to hell with you two!"

The three of them laughed and joked incessantly.

Soon, the signal flare exploded in the air.

The tanks from the two countries that made it to the final roared and sped toward the finish line, kicking up clouds of dust.

Zhang Beixing watched the Type 965 tank, which he had fought alongside, gradually disappear into the distance on the track. He waved and turned to leave.

"Mission accomplished. It's been so long, Zhang Yingying must have missed me terribly... Hehe, time to head back home!"

……

The white smoke from the signal flare exploded in mid-air, and the tank competition finally reached its climax.

The venue was fully open, and the area outside was packed with delegations, spectators, and journalists and media from all over the world.

Cheers erupted as the highly anticipated Chinese team took the initiative, firing their first shot like an arrow.

During World War II, large-scale tank assault warfare was known as "blitzkrieg".

Today, with the rapid advancements in military technology, new tanks are flying off like two bolts of lightning.

The deafening roar that exploded in the air, along with the sand and gravel flying everywhere, ignited a frenzy of excitement among the spectators, with gasps of amazement soaring into the sky.

This World Tank Competition is itself a contest to showcase the military prowess of various countries; once on the battlefield, there is no need to hold back.

Under the precise command of the tank commander Niu Nuli, the veteran Ao Guojun who came on as a substitute lived up to expectations, leaving his opponents far behind from the start. After accelerating through several consecutive curves, the G country's tank crew didn't even have the chance to be left in the dust.

The fierce artillery fire roared continuously, inevitably causing the tank to vibrate violently. Fortunately, in the final stage, the Type 965 tank's onboard active protection system was activated. Before the most threatening armor-piercing rounds arrived, the tank automatically started its machine gun to intercept them from a distance.

"Direction due east, A63, E71, angle 32, range 2100 meters."

"One armor-piercing round, ready!"

"Annihilate them!!" Niu Nuli and Zhang Nengliang shouted in unison.

The armor-piercing shell, trailing a long fiery tail, whistled through the air and struck the target squarely!
Unsurprisingly, the 965 tank crew achieved final victory, leaving a glorious mark on China's tank military history worldwide!
At the awards ceremony, a middle-aged military officer wearing a boonie hat announced the results of the competition.

The speech was amplified and carried to every corner of the venue.

"In this competition, the Chinese team, with their courage and fearlessness, has repeatedly refreshed the world's perception of them. They will surely contribute unparalleled strength in the future war on terror. The champion of this competition is China!"

Let's give them a round of applause!

Inside and outside the stadium, crowds surged, applause thundered, and cheers resounded endlessly.

Niu Nuli, Zhang Nengliang, and Ao Guojun jointly raised the championship trophy they had finally won after overcoming numerous hardships, and announced the victory of the Chinese nation to the world in front of the media.

Every member of the Chinese delegation beamed with a radiant smile, a testament to their national pride, and thunderous applause engulfed everyone.

However, Zhang Beixing, who had little interest in the championship trophy, had already boarded a flight back to China ahead of schedule through special arrangements.

In his own words: What's the use of trophies? I'd rather spend my time reading more books!
Zhang Beixing expended a lot of energy to repay this small favor, and didn't even have time to finish reading a book properly. He really lost out!

An airplane took off from the airport, soaring into the sky and leaving a long trail of smoke in the blue sky and white clouds.

Triumphant return home! (End of Chapter)