Chapter 147: Chang Ning Beats Hui Lang
The Ostrich didn’t go ask the Assassin why he wasn’t the first choice for the competition quota or questions like that.
Whatever the reason, this quota is his now.
Sometimes the process isn’t important; as long as the result is favorable to him, that’s fine. Why dwell on it so much?
“Naturally, we have to thank Captain Gao’s side, but we definitely can’t overlook you either, Assassin.”
The Ostrich said. Who didn’t know that in Wolf Fang, to participate in a shooting-oriented competition like the Sniper Competition, one must get the Assassin’s approval?
It wasn’t that the Assassin was engaging in dictatorship or monopoly in Wolf Fang, but because Wolf Fang’s Snipers, except for the newly recruited newcomers, had all undergone training from the Assassin and Vulture duo, so they were familiar with over 90% of Wolf Fang’s Snipers and knew their respective strengths.
Now, the Wolf Fang Special Forces Detachment had only five or six hundred Special Forces Soldiers besides the logistics support personnel, and there were even fewer Snipers.
As elites who had undergone professional training, remembering these people was not difficult for the Assassin.
“Don’t bullshit me. If there’s nothing else, fill out this form and then get lost.
I don’t have time to chat idly with you.”
Looking at the Ostrich grinning cheekily in front of him, the Assassin laughed and cursed.
Actually, if he hadn’t discovered Chang Ning, that exceptionally talented guy, the Ostrich would have been on the investigation personnel list for this competition quota.
In the end, Chang Ning seemed uninterested in it, plus Captain Gao personally came to him, and the Ostrich really needed this opportunity badly. Combining all these factors, the Assassin gave the competition quota to the Ostrich.
Taking the Application Form, the Ostrich grabbed a pen from the Assassin’s desk, lay on the table, and carefully filled in the information stroke by stroke.
This concerned whether he could continue to stay in Wolf Fang and in Lone Wolf B Group, so his attitude was extremely serious.
“During this time recently, Vulture and I will give you extra lessons, and when it’s time for the competition, I’ll come pick you up. Go down and prepare well.”
The Assassin took the Application Form that the Ostrich had just filled out, checked it roughly, and after finding no omissions or errors, finally looked up and instructed the Ostrich.
This was a large-scale military-wide competition where Sniper talents from the army, navy, and air force gathered. The Ostrich still had a long way to go to achieve a good ranking.
Fortunately, there was still time. With extra lessons for the Ostrich plus his own talent, it wasn’t impossible for him to win a ranking.
“Yes!”
Handing the Application Form back to the Assassin and saluting him, the Ostrich left the Sniper Company.
Once out of the Sniper Company’s living area, the Ostrich could no longer hold back his inner joy; the corners of his mouth nearly split to his ears, and the crow’s feet at the corners of his eyes were pulled out by his exaggerated smile.
Such an obvious behavior made anyone know that this kid must have encountered something good, and the Ostrich didn’t hold it in either; he enthusiastically greeted everyone he saw.
Before, though he wasn’t cold to people, he had never been this enthusiastic.
“Hey, Old Wang, let me help you.”
Halfway there, he saw Squad Leader Wang from Logistics moving fruits and vegetables, flour, rice, and some meat with a few Soldiers toward the Warehouse. The Ostrich stepped forward eagerly to help.
“Forget it, don’t get your hands dirty. Not much left; we’ll finish in a bit. Go do what you need to do.”
After saying that, Squad Leader Old Wang carefully scrutinized the Ostrich’s joyful face.
“You’ve run into something good, huh? Look how happy you are.”
“Indeed, something happened. I don’t have to leave the Military Unit anymore!”
The Ostrich said with a hearty laugh.
“Good, that’s definitely something worth celebrating.”
Hearing the Ostrich’s words, a different emotion flashed across Squad Leader Old Wang’s face, but he quickly masked it, and the Ostrich didn’t notice.
Old Wang and Captain He Zhijun were comrades. He had transferred to Logistics due to injury back then, and his feelings for Wolf Fang were no less than He Zhijun’s.
Seeing the Ostrich happy today because he didn’t have to leave Wolf Fang filled his heart with relief.
Wolf Fang’s development and growth depended on people like the Ostrich who were truly willing to stay and work hard.
“However, I think you should go share this with your team members now, instead of fighting this old man for work!”
Saying that, Squad Leader Old Wang pushed aside the Ostrich who was scrambling with him for the rice bags.
Seeing that Squad Leader Old Wang and his Soldiers really didn’t need his help, the Ostrich called out and left.
He felt Squad Leader Old Wang was right; he should share the good news with everyone and celebrate together.
The Ostrich hadn’t forgotten how much everyone had worried about his matter these past few days.
“Good ball!”
Cheers erupted from the Basketball court. Chang Ning powered through Ma Da in the paint, scoring and drawing a shooting foul on Ma Da—a classic 2+1.
“Not bad.”
Ma Da lifted the hem of his Vest to wipe the sweat from his face. He truly hadn’t expected Chang Ning, whose balanced build wasn’t particularly standout among them, to have such explosive power.
Just now, Chang Ning had posted him up from the three-point line all the way to the basket; Chang Ning’s powerful impact nearly made him gasp for air.
Next time, he absolutely couldn’t guard Chang Ning! Even if he had to, no body contact.
Ma Da was calculating in his mind whether to find someone to switch positions with him. Young people should play with young people.
“Not bad, just messing around.”
Standing at the sideline, Chang Ning threw a long pass to Geng Jihui and walked over to Ma Da.
Seeing Chang Ning ready to tangle with him again, Ma Da, having just taken a loss, wasn’t willing, so he quietly said, “Hey, switch with someone else. Don’t keep targeting me.”
Ma Da’s meaning was self-evident.
“How could I? After looking around, you’re the most comfortable to post up against. No need to think much; just back down all the way and done.”
Hearing Chang Ning’s words, Ma Da was so angry he nearly quit. If not for so many people watching, he would’ve left long ago. Knowing his skills weren’t up to par, why force it.
“Swish”
Clean swish. Group A’s point guard used a Buddha shake to shake off the Medic guarding him, leaped high with a fadeaway, and sent the ball into the hoop—beautiful form, soft touch.
“What’s the point of bullying me? In the end, Group A will still win.”
Seeing his teammate perform so well, Ma Da deliberately said this to provoke Chang Ning.
“So what? I can post you up.”
“Winning is the ultimate goal.”
“I can post you up.”
“…”
No matter what Ma Da said, Chang Ning always responded with that line, infuriating him.
Persisting until the end of the first half, Ma Da was soaked like he’d been pulled from water; everywhere he walked left sweat stains.
Heaven knows how he held on till the end. Chang Ning’s endurance was exceptional; even after prolonged intense activity, he showed no signs of fatigue.
