C4 Training Mission!

Tang Ming felt a surge of excitement as he anticipated the upcoming Wolf Fang selection process. Upon his return to the logistics farm, his fellow soldiers were quick to celebrate his achievements.

The following day, after completing his farm duties, Tang Ming devoted himself to physical training. Despite his impressive physique score of 190, he was aware it might not suffice for Wolf Fang's rigorous standards. With time still on his side, Tang Ming was determined not to waste a moment.

"Initiate the training mission!" he called out.

As Tang Ming hit the track, the system's voice echoed in his mind, "You have one hour to complete a 20km extreme armed cross-country run! Successful completion will reward you with +50 to your Constitution attribute. Failure, however, will result in a 100-point deduction."

"System! Aren't you being a bit harsh?" Tang Ming protested.

The System responded, "This is to motivate you!"

"But I'm carrying 30 kilograms of gear!" Tang Ming exclaimed.

"Host, you've got this!" encouraged the System.

Tang Ming was at a loss for words but knew he had no choice but to push himself to the limit. Failing wasn't an option; he refused to regress to his former life.

"Isn't that the guy who took down the Wolf Fang Special Troops?" someone remarked on the expansive training field where companies were busy with their drills.

"He was so impressive yesterday. How come he wasn't transferred to the Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company?"

"I heard the commander invited him, but he turned it down."

"Why? Joining the Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company is the dream of every soldier! Does he really want to spend his life at the logistics farm raising pigs?"

"I'm not sure. Maybe he enjoys pig farming?"

The soldiers whispered among themselves, speculating.

Meanwhile, at a different square, the Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company soldiers were engrossed in their boxing training. Tang Ming's presence didn't go unnoticed.

"He's incredibly disciplined," observed Miao Lian, watching Tang Ming sprint along the track, a hint of a smile playing on his lips. "But I wonder about his endurance."

With that thought, Miao Lian called out to the entire Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company, "Everyone, join that new recruit for a run!"

The soldiers glanced over, and there was Tang Ming, steadfast in his resolve.

They recognized Tang Ming in an instant!

"Why are you standing around? Didn't you hear my command?" Miao Lian barked again.

"Yes, sir!"

Upon hearing the order, the members of the Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company swiftly geared up.

"You too, go!"

Miao Lian commanded Zhuang Yan, who was standing next to him.

"Yes, sir!"

"If you can't outrun him, you'll be in for a lesson!" Miao Lian warned.

"Understood, sir!"

Zhuang Yan replied with vigor and promptly began to organize his gear with renewed determination.

It was common knowledge that Zhuang possessed exceptional physical fitness. Among the elite of the Wolf Fang Special Troops, he was a top-tier soldier. Within the unit, no one could outpace him.

The previous day, on the training field, Zhuang had been bested by Tang Ming, which had sparked his competitive spirit. He was eager for a chance to measure up against Tang Ming in other military skills, and now the opportunity had presented itself.

With that, dozens of soldiers from the Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company, laden with their gear, dashed onto the track.

Tang Ming, gasping for air on the track, was working hard to maintain his two-step breathing rhythm. He was unaware that Miao Lian had deliberately sent the company to challenge him.

Only when he noticed they were persistently on his heels did he realize the setup. The Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company's soldiers were fit, but none matched his physical prowess—except, perhaps, Zhuang Yan and Chen Pai.

For the first five kilometers, Tang Ming kept a pace that allowed the company to stay with him. However, after the next five kilometers, half of them had fallen behind.

Tang Ming's tactic was to start off fast, then slow down to recalibrate. In the final stretch, he would unleash a full-speed sprint, pushing his body to its limits. Success meant mission completion; failure meant facing the consequences.

He completed the initial five kilometers in thirteen minutes—a pace considered exceptionally fast within the unit. The Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company soldiers had to exert their utmost effort just to keep up with him.

Certainly, for individuals like Zhuang Yan and Chen Pai, whose physical strength was on par with Tang Ming's, the challenge was not daunting.

"Have these guys lost their minds? Why are they running so fast?"

Onlookers from other companies at the training grounds were astonished to see a group from the Night Tiger Reconnaissance Company hot on Tang Ming's heels.

"I just timed them; they covered five kilometers in under 14 minutes!"

From a distance, Miao Lian chuckled and remarked, "Looks like I've underestimated his endurance!"

"This year's selection for the Wolf Fang Special Troops is bound to be quite the spectacle."