Chapter 1456 - 1451: Kneel and Kowtow Three Times
"Instructor, this competition was unfair, I... I was careless and lost to this ugly guy! I demand a rematch, this time I definitely won’t lose to him!" Zhao Ping clutched his right chest which was about to burst in pain, looking defiantly at Instructor Lin Ze.
No one knew where he got the nerve to say such shameless words in front of the entire camp.
As expected, his words were met with ridicule from the crowd—
"Tsk tsk tsk, Zhao Ping’s skill isn’t much, but his skin is thick! He’s practically lost face for our Vanguard Camp!
Who knows what the commander is thinking! This kind of person, needless to say joining the Vanguard Camp, even joining the rear camp as a menial would be considered useless!"
"Exactly, I think this young brother from the kitchen is great. Ugly, yes, but he beat Zhao Ping effortlessly.
If this young brother joins our Vanguard Camp, we’d feel convinced! Maybe he’d even earn us some esteem from the commander!"
Throughout Xing City, Wen Nantian’s army was divided into three divisions: front, central, and rear, with the front being the so-called Vanguard Camp.
But the main force was still the Central Army, directly commanded by Wen Nantian, with the Rear Army responsible for support.
Due to the heavy responsibilities of the Vanguard Camp, the requirements for soldiers were high; if anything happened, they were the first to die.
Normally, the three armies train separately, but on the battlefield or during Wen Nantian’s arranged training, they would gather together.
Those who achieve outstanding results in competitions could earn a condition from Wen Nantian.
Therefore, each army hoped to recruit more talented individuals to strengthen their unit.
"Instructor, give me one more chance!"
Zhao Ping looked at Lin Ze again, this time his eyes filled with even greater unwillingness.
"Zhao Ping, you were once a standout in my Vanguard Camp, successfully selected for the training camp personally commanded by the general.
But this time’s competition, you truly disappointed me! It’s one thing to lose, but instead of finding fault within yourself, you place all the blame on others.
In your current condition, if you were actually sent to battle, I’m afraid you wouldn’t achieve much. You need to reflect deeply on this yourself!"
Lin Ze showed no favoritism towards Zhao Ping.
Deep down, he already knew who won and lost.
Only Lin Ze himself refused to acknowledge it!
"Instructor..."
"Enough, there’s no need for more words from you. I now officially announce that this competition was won by this young brother..."
Before Lin Ze finished announcing Mu Shuangshuang’s victory, Zhao Ping, who had been lying on the ground clutching his chest, unexpectedly raised the big knife not far from him and swung it at Mu Shuangshuang’s chest!
Clearly intending to take Mu Shuangshuang’s life in a vicious manner!
It was the moment when everyone was most distracted.
Neither Instructor Lin Ze nor the other soldiers had their attention focused on Lin Ze’s next words, leaving their reactions naturally slower than usual.
By the time everyone noticed Zhao Ping’s action and wanted to intervene, it was already too late.
As the blade was about to stab into Mu Shuangshuang’s body, in the split of a second, two figures simultaneously kicked Zhao Ping’s chest.
One was Mu Shuangshuang avoiding Zhao Ping’s attack, and the other was Lu Yuanfeng who had been watching Zhao Ping closely.
Mu Shuangshuang had already anticipated that Zhao Ping wouldn’t admit defeat easily.
Given his sinister and treacherous nature, it was likely he’d resort to deceit.
As for Lu Yuanfeng, he was wary due to past experiences.
He didn’t care if he got hurt, but if Shuangshuang were injured, no matter who they were, they’d face death!
With a "bang," Zhao Ping was kicked in the right chest mid-air, and he flew directly away.
He landed heavily, like a stone dropped on flat ground, raising dust in layers, and after a heavy spit of blood, he remained immobile.
This kick was delivered with full force by Mu Shuangshuang.
Lu Yuanfeng did the same.
Both had considerable strength, and giving their all meant Zhao Ping’s chest bones were likely fractured.
Not only was his future as a camp menial uncertain, but standing on his own would be questionable!
Zhao Ping lay on the ground, his expression both ferocious and pained.
At this moment, he felt as if his chest was being pierced by tens of thousands of arrows.
Every bone in his body seemed shattered.
Realizing what might have happened, Zhao Ping opened his mouth, "In...instructor..."
As soon as Zhao Ping spoke, drool began flowing uncontrollably.
Many soldiers, after witnessing the previous incident, were now disgusted with Zhao Ping.
"Shut up, Zhao Ping! You dare to pull this under my nose, from today on, you’re no longer part of the Vanguard Camp!
Someone, throw this scoundrel out of the camp gates, and if he dares reveal a word about camp matters to outsiders, sever his hands and legs!"
Lin Ze was genuinely infuriated this time.
When Zhao Ping returned to the Vanguard Camp, someone advised him that Zhao Ping was of dubious character and could cause trouble in the future.
Indeed, as he was about to declare the young brother the winner, who knew Zhao Ping would pull such a despicable stunt.
Luckily, nothing serious happened today; if it had, the reputation of the Vanguard Camp’s instructor would have been ruined!
"Instructor, a wager is a wager; although Zhao Ping is in such a state now, he still lost to me.
According to the bet, he needs to kneel and deliver three kowtows to me and Fengzi!" Mu Shuangshuang stated.
"That’s true, but how can he kowtow in his current condition?" Lin Ze expressed his difficulty.
"That’s simple!" Mu Shuangshuang replied.
Saying so, she walked up to Zhao Ping, lifted him by the collar, and dragged him in front of Lu Yuanfeng.
In Zhao Ping’s current state, he couldn’t resist or stand on his own.
All he could do was glare fiercely at Mu Shuangshuang, as if wanting to eat him alive.
Seeing this, Mu Shuangshuang wouldn’t be polite either.
She kicked the back of Zhao Ping’s knees forcefully, causing him to kneel on the ground.
She pressed Zhao Ping’s head down, making him kowtow three times to Lu Yuanfeng.
After she finished, Lu Yuanfeng then took her place, making Zhao Ping deliver three kowtows to Mu Shuangshuang.
Mu Shuangshuang addressed the crowd, "A man’s word is his bond; since Zhao Ping has fulfilled the bet, from now on, the grudges between him and me, and Lu Yuanfeng and him, are settled!"
"Well said, young brother! You have the words and actions of a true man!"
Amidst the soldiers watching, someone spoke up, and soon everyone began shouting.
"Well done, young brother! Your actions deserve our emulation!"
Mu Shuangshuang’s face reddened slightly, feeling a bit embarrassed.
The words she casually spoke were unexpectedly praised like this!
However, today there was finally a reward, Zhao Ping’s remaining life is doomed!