General Zhou was left speechless by Xiao Zheng's vehement questioning. Standing at the side, Guo Zhendong, who had already become a general under General Zhou's command, did not retaliate. Instead, he casually asked, "Your surname is Xiao, and your name is Xiao Zheng, right?"
From his appearance on the stage to General Zhou's encouragement and condolences after he defeated Cao Yong, Guo Zhendong did not say more than ten words. But now, he was patiently asking for Xiao Zheng's name and surname.
What did that mean?
Did the name Xiao Zheng have any special meaning?
The audience below the stage fell into chaos.
But soon, a middle-aged man with the rank of major slapped his thigh and exclaimed in shock, "It's actually him!"
"Who?"
The colleagues sitting next to him were all asking questions at once.
"Xiao Zheng!" The major raised his voice. "Have you forgotten? An accident happened in our unit six years ago? Even if you've forgotten about it, you should remember Iron King from the Artillery Battalion, right? "
"So it's him!" Another second lieutenant who was about the same age as Xiao Zheng said excitedly. "I've heard of him since I was in the barracks next door! That kid is amazing! Not only was he the hottest contender in the Martial Arts Competition, but he's also known as the strongest soldier! If it wasn't for that accident, he might be the one on the stage instead of Guo Zhendong! "
Gradually, some of Xiao Zheng's past in the Longevity Army was dug up. One spread to ten, ten to a hundred. Soon, every soldier in the training center knew of Xiao Zheng's background.
"I didn't expect that guy to be fired by the Longevity Army. Now, he's in the Long Formation and is even an instructor. That's amazing. The soldiers from the Longevity Army are so domineering! "
The audience was discussing fervently, but Guo Zhendong, who was in the arena, was calmly watching Xiao Zheng. He was a man he had never met but heard of countless times.
"Yes. My name is Xiao Zheng. "Xiao Zheng had a smile on his face. His eyes were still cold.
"The chief has mentioned you before. More than once. "Guo Zhendong's voice was deep and magnetic. In terms of appearance, he was far better than Xiao Zheng, who could only be considered good-looking.
If there were any female soldiers present, they would definitely support the more handsome and charming Guo Zhendong without reservation.
"We can discuss this private matter in the Long Formation's office," Xiao Zheng said with a smile. "Now, I just hope that you can enter the Long Formation and put the skills that the chief taught you to good use."
"I know. The Bureau Chief has always felt that you are his pride. Even if I don't lose to you in any aspect. "
Guo Zhendong's expression became increasingly gloomy. A cold glint flashed in his pitch-black eyes!
Yes!
Although Guo Zhendong had never met Xiao Zheng, he had heard Xiao Zheng's name more than once during his years in the 10,000-years-old army. Even though he had succeeded time and time again and obtained honors, the old general had never truly laughed heartily. He was truly proud!
They had chatted countless times. Although the old general looked at Guo Zhendong, his eyes seemed to be imprinted with the figure of another man. Who was his name? His name was Xiao Zheng!
To the prideful Guo Zhendong, this was undoubtedly a huge blow and also a great humiliation!
Therefore, he had no enmity with Xiao Zheng. In fact, they did not even have any interactions. However, deep down in his heart, he had long regarded Xiao Zheng as an imaginary enemy, the biggest obstacle in his heart!
Only by defeating Xiao Zheng, the man that the old general regarded as his pride, could he enjoy all the honors with peace of mind. Only then could he stand in front of the old general and tell him that he was the strongest soldier!
"It's not important," Xiao Zheng said calmly.
"What's important?" Guo Zhendong asked.
"You shouldn't have used him. You shouldn't have lied to him. You shouldn't have slapped him after using him! "Xiao Zheng said coldly. "I don't care if you took the initiative or not. You don't deserve to be forgiven."
"A general's success is built on the bones of thousands," Guo Zhendong said coldly. "Can you be loyal and filial by being a captain for the rest of your life?"
Xiao Zheng still shook his head indifferently. "I don't care about that." After a pause, he slowly raised his head and said coldly. "Since you are determined to leave, you can return what the old general gave you."
"Return it?" Guo Zhendong sneered. "Return what? Everything I have, I earned it with my own efforts. "
Xiao Zheng shook his head indifferently. "No, everything you have now was given to you by the old general."
"Xiao Zheng! You are too presumptuous! "
General Zhou suddenly stood up and stared straight at Xiao Zheng. "As the senior officer, I order you to step down immediately!"
"Sorry. The Long Formation never takes orders from anyone else. You want me to step down? Sure, go to General Qi, "Xiao Zheng said calmly.
"Xiao Zheng!"
Suddenly.
General Jiang's aged voice came from the edge of the tunnel. Dressed in casual clothes, he slowly walked to the side of the arena with heavy steps. He raised his head and stared at Xiao Zheng in the arena with hazy eyes. "Come down."
Xiao Zheng had already expected the old general to step up. He would definitely step up!
He was so kind and didn't care about fame or fortune. He only wanted to teach a group of backbones in the army and the pillars of the country!
But. What if someone took advantage of his kindness and his lack of ambition?
Even if he didn't care, Xiao Zheng couldn't tolerate it!
Xiao Zheng slowly turned his head and stared calmly at General Jiang's aged face. At the same time, the soldiers in the audience stood up spontaneously and saluted the pillar of the army.
A virtuous old man who didn't care about fame or fortune, but was capable enough. How could he not be respected by the soldiers?
There were too many smart leaders in this world, and there was no lack of successful people who were smart. But upright leaders like General Jiang were few and far between.
If even a pillar of the army like him was dejected and regretfully retired. Who was to blame?
Xiao Zheng stared at General Jiang, memories of the past appearing in his mind like a slide show.
He never hated General Jiang for not doing anything. He never vented his comrades' tragic experiences on General Jiang. He respected the old general from the bottom of his heart. Back then, he just couldn't tolerate the dark side of the army. Back then, he just wanted to vent his anger in his own way. But all of this had nothing to do with General Jiang. He even regretted his impulsiveness. He also regretted everything he had done to hurt the old general.
The past was like smoke. But today, now, he wouldn't allow anyone to let the old general down.
You can leave if you want!
But leave behind what the old general gave you!
What was it?
All of your glory, your so-called reputation as the top expert in the army! You coldly abandoned the old general and prepared the wings to fly in the sky! The wings the old general personally made for you!
Leave all of them behind!
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