From the 7th Steel Company to the Synthetic Division

Chapter 35: Cultivating the "Top Fighter"

Class 4, which was the first to go up in the second row, made a stunning debut, presenting a completely different picture from the first row.

The three squads in a row all shot very slowly. They hesitated and took a long time to aim. By the time all ten recruits had finished shooting, the fastest squad took more than a minute and a half.

The recruits in squad four were relatively more decisive. They finished the fight and made a report in less than a minute.

When the inspector reported the results via the intercom, Class 4's results instantly surpassed the previous three classes, and the overall score was raised to a higher level.

Among the ten recruits, five hit the target with three shots, four hit the target with four shots, and the remaining one hit the target with five shots.

None of the students in the first three classes combined were excellent, and the best result was four shots on target. But suddenly, one student in Class 4 hit the target with five shots.

When Gao Cheng heard the results of Class 4, he thought he had heard it wrong for a moment.

He took out the intercom and ordered, "Report the results of Class 4 to me again."

"Yes, Captain."

The target inspector called out the targets again: "Three shots for target one, four shots for target two... five shots for target six, 35 rings... four shots for target ten, the target is over."

The number of rings for this five-shot target was not high, and did not even reach the company's passing line.

But this is the first time for the recruits to fire live ammunition, so it is amazing if they can fire all five bullets. The number of rings is not the core indicator.

At most it’s just icing on the cake!
"Old Seven, Class 4 is incredible. Half of our shots were on target in our first attempt, and one of them even hit the target with five shots."

After confirming that Class Four’s results were so impressive, instructor He Hongtao was extremely excited. It was like a holiday, with a huge smile on his face.

"Jin Dashan is a very good leader. It was a good decision to let him lead the new recruits. Haha."

Gao Cheng became even more excited and danced with joy.

Just as the company commander and the instructor were discussing excitedly, Jin Dashan, the squad leader, could no longer control his emotions and stood up and shouted loudly.

"Not bad, not bad, the result is good, at least you didn't embarrass me, I'll buy you guys a drink when we get back."

Seeing Jin Dashan's excitement, Shi Jin and Wu Liuyi were envious, and at the same time, the pressure in their hearts increased.

Class 4's results were so outstanding. If Class 5 and Class 6 didn't perform well, they would be too embarrassed to see the company commander.

"Squad Four played well and made a good start. Our class cannot lose face. But don't be nervous, everyone. Remember the key points that the platoon leader and I taught you. Play normally and you will be fine."

Shi Jin first calmed down the people in Class 5, and then gave the order: "Deputy Class Cheng, take the people over."

"Yes!"

Finally it was his turn. Chengcai stood up in high spirits and gave the order, "Class 5, all here, line up to the right, look forward, turn right, and run."

Under Chengcai's skilled queue commands and under Shi Jin's expectant and nervous gaze.

Class Five came to the preparation area to collect bullets, and waited for Class Four to return from the shooting range. Chengcai still led the team and took everyone to the shooting positions.

Shi Jin is the best squad leader of the 7th Steel Company. The soldiers he leads are on the shooting field, and the company commander Gao Cheng is particularly concerned.

Before, I was watching and chatting with the instructor, but now I have stopped chatting and put all my attention on the shooting range.

Chen Jun is also very concerned about Class 5.

The future best shooter of the 7th Steel Company, whom he carefully trained, is about to fire the first bullet in his life and start his life as a sniper.

Only those who can astound the whole audience for the first time are qualified to be called geniuses.

Chen Jun has high expectations for success. The ceiling of five shots on target for other recruits is just a guarantee for him. The number of rings is the result that Chen Jun pursues. The company's target of 45 rings in five shots is excellent, and the talented recruits must meet the standards of the company's veterans.

This is Chen Jun’s expectation for success.

The new recruits in Class 35 can all hit rings. If Chengcai can't even hit rings, Chen Jun will be very disappointed in him.

Chengcai himself is now very ambitious and has set his goal at more than forty rings.

Because he wants to be number one!

It has to exceed Class 35’s rings!
"Prone position—loading."

Hearing the command to shoot shouted by Chen Jun, the recruits in Class 5 began to move.

Chengcai lay down according to the instructions, completing a series of processes from taking the gun to loading the bullet, and finally placed the front end of the rifle on the sandbag support.

Recalling everything Chen Jun and Shi Jin had taught him, he began to prepare to aim his gun.

Stand your feet about 40 degrees apart, with your elbows outwards on the ground to form a triangle, hold the gun vertically to the ground, with the butt of the gun resting on your right shoulder socket, naturally against your cheek, with the axis of the gun barrel slightly in line with the right side of your body...

Various aiming-related essentials and techniques appeared in front of Chengcai's eyes like a revolving lantern, helping him to adjust his body into the best condition.

“Start shooting.”

Chen Jun gave the order and it was time to shoot.

Xu Sanduo was used to Chengcai's help, and even turned to look at Chengcai before shooting. But he found that Chengcai was concentrating on aiming and had no time to pay attention to him, so he turned back.

"Crack~"

The new recruit on Xu Sanduo's right fired the first shot. The gunshot was much louder than Xu Sanduo had imagined, and it scared Xu Sanduo so much that he shivered a little.

The sound you hear when you fire a gun is very small, but the sound of gunfire coming from the side will be louder.

Xu Sanduo was frightened and became obedient. He stopped looking around and started to aim at the target and shoot.

"King Xu, the unenlightened soldier, is really stupid. He even has time to watch others while shooting."

Chen Jun watched all of Xu Sanduo's actions. Even though he already knew Xu Sanduo's character, he was still amused by his stupidity.

However, when Chengcai fired the first shot, Chen Jun's attention was attracted.

The 100-meter prone position with support is not difficult. If Chen Jun were to do it himself, he would not feel any pressure to shoot two consecutive shots and could easily get full rings.

But for those who are shooting for the first time, 50 rings is a legendary thing.

Chen Jun did not expect to hit 50 rings. As long as he could remember the key points he taught and follow the steps, hitting 45 rings or above would be enough.

Chengcai did not disgrace his talent, nor did he waste Chen Jun's efforts.

Seeing the state of him firing the first bullet, Chen Jun, who had millions of rounds of shooting experience, showed a satisfied smile on his face.

"After firing, the gun was very stable, not drifting at all, and I was neither anxious nor impatient. I didn't need to watch the next few scenes, I was sure it was almost right. I had such a good feeling in my first target shooting. I am worthy of being a supporting actor with the talent of the protagonist."

A master can tell whether Chengcai is a master just by one move. Even if Chengcai is not a master yet, Chen Jun can tell him at a glance.

As for how many rings Xu Sanduo could score, Chen Jun didn't care at all. Anyway, Xu Sanduo's arrangements for the next six months were not in Chen Jun's plan.

How to train Chengcai to become a top fighter is what Chen Jun is focusing on at this stage.

(End of this chapter)