[COD] Newbie's Rise to Power

Wang Zhiqiang propped himself up, sat up straight, and looked at you.

"It seems you weren't counting carefully enough, but I still proved with my actions that I wasn't bragging, right?"

You nodded. Achieving this number is already quite fast.

but...

"Brother, you shouldn't try to speed up this kind of sport; it'll hurt your back."

Sit-ups often cause lower back and cervical spine injuries due to posture problems, such as tucking your head in your hands and compressing your cervical spine, or excessively large or rapid movements of the waist when standing up, which leads to core relaxation.

Actually, Wang Zhiqiang did a very standard job; it's just that his speed is a bit worrying.

Wang Zhiqiang subconsciously touched his waist, then his eyebrows curved into a smile as he softly asked, "You..."

"Worried about my back?"

You want to nod, but then you feel there's something strange about what he said. You picture certain scenes and immediately correct or defend yourself.

"It's just worry! I feel this movement is very dangerous. What if I break my back and become paralyzed?"

"So it's better to do it slowly."

The training only said to do 200 reps, but didn't say how long it would take to finish. It's always good to be mindful of that.

Seeing your serious expression, Wang Zhiqiang also became serious.

"Okay, we need to be more careful about dangerous training movements from now on."

You did upper body and leg training before adding tactical rope climbing training before it ended.

You were exhausted and hot, but you didn't dare to pull open your coat with the collar pulled up, for fear that Wang Zhiqiang would see the marks left on your body.

You ask, puzzled, "Why the sudden increase in physical training? Is there some kind of mission?"

Generally speaking, if something that has become a regular pattern is suddenly broken, there must be some underlying reason driving it.

In this situation, you can only think of it as preparation for a mission.

Wang Zhiqiang patted your head and said magnanimously:

"Whatever the reason, as a soldier you just need to obey orders. Thinking too much will only drain your energy. Instead, think about things that will make you happy."

Worrying too much about things, and feeling stressed about uncertainties, is a way of draining your energy and spirit.

You countered with, "Happy things, like?"

We're at the base every day, it's all training, training, training; surprises and unexpected events are extremely rare.

Wang Zhiqiang pinched your face and gave you advice in a friendly manner.

For example, with Chinese New Year approaching, what kind of New Year's gift do you want?

You take his hand and smile apologetically:

"Starting preparations so early, is it a hint that I shouldn't forget either?"

Although it's already mid-January, the Spring Festival this year is on February 12th, so there's still almost a month to go.

Wang Zhiqiang suddenly smiled somewhat ambiguously, looking at you with soft eyes.

"Didn't you already prepare this? I'm preparing a return gift."

Upon hearing this, you were suddenly stunned.

Did you prepare a gift? When...?

! ! ! !

Only then did you suddenly remember the account linked to your shopping app...

It was Wang Zhiqiang who arranged this for you!!!

Does that mean...he can see everything you buy?!

Thinking about the things you bought recently, the only thing that could cause him to misunderstand is...

But that was for Kruger!

He misunderstood! Now this is awkward. He already thinks that way, you can't exactly tell him it wasn't for him, can you?

At this point, I felt that nothing I said would make sense, so I could only remain silent and give him a soulless smile.

Then I frantically searched for solutions in my mind.

Your absent-mindedness made your breakfast tasteless. You could only finish it quickly and then drag Blizzard away, wanting to find a safe place to discuss a solution with her.

"Didn't Zimo say he didn't mind you with other people? Can't you just tell him directly?"

Blizzard frowned and asked you, puzzled.

You sighed, "Although I don't mind, I know it's for someone else, and he'll definitely be unhappy. I don't want him to be unhappy."

Blizzard slammed its hand down heavily on your shoulder.

“yn! Your mindset is wrong. Since you have chosen a relationship with multiple people, you can’t always care too much about their minor emotions. That will make you lose control and the right to speak. Gradually, they will care more about their own feelings and ignore your difficulties.”

You opened your mouth, but she interrupted you again.

“I know you can’t bear to hurt them or make them sad, but from the moment you chose this path, you were destined to be unable to treat everyone fairly at all times.”

"So, you just need to be yourself. They love the free you, not the passive you. As for other things, let them handle them themselves. You just need to coax them occasionally to maintain the balance."

"yn, what kind of look is that?"

Suddenly, your brows relaxed, and a smile appeared on your face.

"I just think... Blizzard, you're really amazing. You seem to have a knack for managing the emotions of multiple people."

Blizzard held its head high, smiling proudly:

"I'm quite popular too. I've dated so many boyfriends, I know exactly what men are thinking!"

As she spoke, she reached out and poked your forehead.

"So, don't be too anxious. Let them compete for your attention on their own. You just need to give them some gentle comfort at the end and occasionally express some dissatisfaction and reprimands. This will make them pay more attention to your emotions and then take the initiative to maintain the balance for your sake."

You reach out your hand in a gesture of worship and exclaim in admiration.

"Blizzard Queen! Please accept this devout girl's utmost respect!"

Blizzard nodded in satisfaction, then launched into a dangerous interrogation.

"Keegan isn't at base, so who is your gift for?"

You gave an awkward laugh, not daring to tell her it was Kruger; they had a very negative view of mercenaries.

"How many more are you going to find? With your build, you'll be exhausted!"

You asked in surprise, "Is it really that exaggerated? I feel... okay."

Blizzard gave a soft snort and looked at you with an inscrutable expression.

"You're still lively and energetic now because it's only the beginning. You'll be crying later."

ch.258: Stepping on a landmine

After you returned to your dorm, you texted Wang Zhiqiang about the misunderstanding regarding the 'gift,' but you didn't tell him who you were going to give it to.

Blizzard is right. Love is meant to satisfy you, not drain you. You should relax and bravely face these inevitable contradictions.

Wang Zhiqiang took a long time to reply to you.

Qiang Ge: [Which girl is so lucky! Tell me, were you scammed by some old man?!]

You helplessly advised, "Brother, calm down, don't swear."

Qiang Ge: [I can't calm down! How am I supposed to calm down in this situation?!]

Your finger hovers over the screen for a long time before you finally decide to tap.

Do you regret it?

You all know what these words mean. If he answers yes, then you will undoubtedly break up.

There was silence on the other end for a long time before they finally sent a message admitting defeat.

Qiang Ge: [I didn't, I was just... a little jealous, baby, don't be angry.]

Only when you see that he has backed down should you offer appropriate reassurance:

Brother, if you feel it's unfair, I'll prepare something for you next time too. Don't be jealous, you're very important to me, in fact, our relationship is closer than with anyone else, you know?

Qiang Ge: [Okay, I've got it.]

You talked to him for a while, which not only calmed him down but also coaxed him to go out and get the package for you.

The next day, seeing Wang Zhiqiang with a sour face but carrying a bunch of packages to find you, you felt a pang of sadness and immediately pulled him to a corner.

You raise your arm to wrap around his neck, revealing a rare softness in your demeanor, and gently coax him.

"Thank you, brother, for helping me pick up the package and bringing it to me. You're such a thoughtful boyfriend."

Wang Zhiqiang was overwhelmed by your sweet words, and the corners of his mouth wanted to turn up uncontrollably, but he managed to hold it back.

"You think this will appease me? I went all the way to pick up your package, and you gave it to another guy..."

You can simply stand on tiptoe and hug him to physically shut him up.

A pile of delivery boxes and packaging bags that had been lying between you instantly spilled onto the ground.

The next second, your body is firmly held in his hands, and even the kiss is forcefully taken over.

He even worried that you would get tired from standing on your tiptoes, so he turned your body slightly to the side and moved his foot under your heel, letting you step on the back of his foot.

It wasn't until you felt a little dizzy that you had to grab his ear to stop his aggression.

Wang Zhiqiang raised his head, his breathing rapid and disordered.

Perhaps because they were in a public place, his eyes were full of excitement, and he even licked his lips as if savoring the moment when they parted.

You glared at him, your breath catching in your throat: "Is this enough to appease him?"

Wang Zhiqiang smiled and nodded: "That's acceptable."

After parting ways with Wang Zhiqiang, you returned to your dorm room carrying a bunch of packages.