Father, you've been drafted four times already, please spare us!

"Comrade Chen Nian, what you just said is very true. Wolves travel a thousand miles to eat meat, and dogs travel a thousand miles to eat excrement. Our troops must be like a pack of wolves, invincible wherever they go!"

Chen Nian looked at Qin Yuanshan, who had arrived at some unknown time, and simply smiled without saying a word.

The main reason was that he felt Qin Yuanshan's two sentences were too awkward.

"Comrade Chen Nian, I have a few questions I'd like to ask you."

"While our inspectors are still here, you've brazenly displayed these contraband items. Aren't you afraid of causing trouble for your company after we leave?"

Chen Nian shook his head, his gaze frank:

"Problems won't disappear just because someone comes or leaves. When we encounter problems or discover mistakes, we should view them correctly. We can't cover them up or hide them just because of our superiors. New recruits shouldn't imitate this behavior, and this kind of thinking shouldn't spread in the military!"

"Internal affairs may not seem like a big deal on the surface, but they are a reflection of troop discipline and combat effectiveness!"

Qin Yuanshan looked at Chen Nian with eyes full of approval.

"Then why did you say that as long as they pass the training tests, they will be allowed to possess these contraband items?"

Chen Nian pointed to the contraband on the ground:

"When I first joined the company, my recruit squad leader, Wang Shifeng, found a recruit carrying two cartons of cigarettes while checking for contraband. Normally, if a recruit squad leader finds contraband, he would confiscate it and give the recruit a reprimand. In some cases, he might even promote the recruit to officer!"

"But he didn't. He told the new recruits that they could smoke, but they had to exchange it for their training, such as three or five kilometers, pull-ups, etc."

"I think this is a great measure!"

"It's better to guide than to block; instead of trying to prevent things from happening, it's better to put things out in the open."

"Our goal isn't to find contraband, but to enforce discipline. If contraband can be kept within reasonable limits, it will also help new recruits relax during their monotonous training!"

At this point, Chen Nian paused, then continued in a joking tone:

"Sir, I don't know if you've ever heard this saying: the reason people can survive and face the high pressure of life without breaking down is precisely because of these few bad habits!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the new recruits present smiled knowingly.

They felt that Old Devil Chen could be quite humane at times!

"Well said. Whether they are new recruits or veterans, there is a lack of entertainment activities after entering the military, especially with the high intensity of training today. Their mental state is always on edge. Having some harmless bad habits can also help to adjust their lives."

"Instructor Chen, your approach to leading troops is excellent!"

Qin Yuanshan's gaze toward Chen Nian held a strange undertone.

"Then I'd like to know, what kind of test scores do you plan to use to redeem them for the bad habits you're talking about?"

Not only Qin Yuanshan was concerned about this, but the new recruits below were also eagerly waiting for Chen Nian's response.

Chen Nian grinned, revealing eight large white teeth that gleamed slightly in the sunlight.

"As for the events, I ran 5 kilometers in under 18 and a half minutes, scored over 42 rings in target practice, and did 11 pull-ups!"

"I need to discuss things like ideological education and theoretical learning with the company commander and political instructor before I can confirm them."

"But one thing is certain: once grades slip, there will be no chance to catch up later!"

At this point, Chen Nian gave the new recruits an innocent smile:

"Heh, so each of you only has one chance with me, once..."

Familiar recipe, familiar taste!

"I knew it! How could Old Devil Chen be so generous!"

"It has to be you again, Old Devil Chen! You don't give us a single loophole, do you!"

"So cunning? How can we play without cracking it down?"

"..."

"Now, anyone who wants to try can come up. Whether it's target practice or the 5-kilometer run, as long as you're confident in yourself, just come on up!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Yao Dagen was the first to stand up:

"Instructor, I want to try!"

Upon seeing that it was Yao Dagen, Chen Nian pointed at him and cursed:

"Get lost, you're no good!"

"Don't ask why, I said no, and that's final!"

...

In the evening, Qin Yuanshan and his entourage concluded their inspection, politely declined the banquet invitations from Zhang Zheng and Lao Ge, and insisted on leaving by car.

"Chen Nian, come here for a moment!"

Before leaving, Qin Yuanshan called out to Chen Nian.

Chen Nian was somewhat surprised. What did Qin Yuanshan mean by taking him aside for a private talk?

Although puzzled, Chen Nian still went over.

The two walked to a spot about twenty meters away from the others and stopped.

Qin Yuanshan offered Chen Nian a cigarette:

"Have a smoke with me!"

When adults offer cigarettes, especially between leaders and subordinates, the time it takes to smoke a cigarette is basically the time it takes for the two to talk.

Chen Nian accepted the cigarette offered by Qin Yuanshan. He didn't usually smoke and didn't have a lighter, so he felt a little awkward for a moment.

Qin Yuanshan glanced at it, lit his own lighter, and then held it out to Chen Nian.

Chen Nian was slightly taken aback.

"It's alright!"

Chen Nian hesitated for a moment, then covered the flame with one hand and brought the smoke closer.

"I've seen your file!"

Chen Nian's cigarette trembled slightly, but he didn't say anything.

"Your resume doesn't belong in this recruit company. I don't know why, but your original unit hasn't come to collect your file yet. But I think you should go to a wider world!"

Qin Yuanshan continued speaking to himself, and Chen Nian did not respond.

"Do you want to leave basic training as soon as possible?"

Chen Nian's heart skipped a beat. To be honest, he thought...

Training new recruits was fun, but every time the night was quiet, Chen Nian would be enveloped by a sense of boredom.

"Our Central Theater Command intends to create two more special forces units, distinct from the Sharp Blade unit you previously served in. This plan is currently..."

"Sir, is this something I can hear?"

Chen Nian's hand holding the cigarette trembled uncontrollably; this was something he couldn't bear to hear.

Make sure you heard it and won't be...

"Heh, your file is qualified to know about this!"

"Of course, that's not the point. What I mean is, with your resume and your medals, you should be able to make a significant difference back at Sharp Sword!"

"If you'd like, I can discuss your ideas with your side!"

He didn't know why Qin Yuanshan told him all this, nor did he know why Qin Yuanshan was willing to help him deliver this message. To be honest, Chen Nian wanted to leave.

but...

"Sir, I promised someone I would stay until after the recruit competition and the three-month recruit training period is over!"

"Sir, I don't want to break my promise!"

Qin Yuanshan glanced at Chen Nian in surprise, remained silent for two seconds, and then patted Chen Nian on the shoulder.

"It's good that they're sticking to their principles!"

"Chen Nian, we will meet again, when we meet again..."

Before Qin Yuanshan could finish speaking, Chen Nian had a sudden thought and considered a possibility.

"Commander, you..."

Qin Yuanshan did not respond, but only said:

"Keep your promises. I hope to see you and the recruits you train on the podium at the new recruit skills competition!"

After saying this, Qin Yuanshan got into his car and left.

Watching the clouds of dust kicked up as the convoy departed, Chen Nian's thoughts became somewhat chaotic.

"What did the commander say to you? Why are you so distracted now that he's left?"

Old Zhang strode over.

"It's nothing. The commander wanted to recruit me to his unit as a division commander, but I didn't agree!"

When Lao Zhang heard this, he knew that Chen Nian was talking nonsense, but since Chen Nian didn't say anything, Lao Zhang wouldn't ask any more questions. This was a tacit understanding between men.

"Alright, don't worry about us. There are so many recruits in the company waiting for you to train them, but we can't stop Commander Chen from getting promoted, can we?"

"Forget it, if I leave, you'll probably cry your eyes out!"

"You @￥#%..."

The two exchanged a few words and then walked back.

On the way, Chen Nian's thoughts were complicated:

It seems we need to speed up the intensity of the training. If what Qin Yuanshan said is true, it might be an opportunity!