C1 The Reincarnation in the Celestial Tome(1)

"Beep! Beep! Beep!" A series of sharp whistles pierced the pitch-black night, rousing Chen Ye from his groggy state. Disjointed sounds buzzed in his ears until a sudden shove jolted him awake. His eyes snapped open, and the blurry surroundings slowly came into focus, revealing a completely unfamiliar setting.

"Snap out of it! New recruits, assemble immediately!" A voice barked near his ear.

Chen Ye scanned his surroundings, realizing he was in a barracks. Around him, a dozen soldiers were hastily packing their gear in response to the emergency call. Without the luxury of pondering how he ended up here, he instinctively leaped to his feet and donned the yellow-brown military uniform in a matter of seconds. Despite his previous military service and the mandatory emergency drills, he expected to feel rusty. To his surprise, the actions came back to him with ease. He slung a canteen over his left shoulder and a bag over his right, quickly matching the pace of his peers.

The one who had alerted him likely held the role of squad leader. Once everyone was ready, he quickly got the squad in formation and led them out of the barracks at a brisk pace. Outside, an officer stood on the parade ground, short in stature but with piercing eyes. Chen Ye's flustered appearance drew a deliberate glance from the officer, sending a shiver down his spine. It was the fierce gaze of a predator.

As the squad leader completed the formation, the officer began issuing commands. Chen Ye's sense of bewilderment intensified. He distinctly remembered that he didn't belong here, yet he had no idea why he was present. As his mind wandered, the environment around him seemed to freeze in time, and a row of ghostly text materialized in the darkness.

Reincarnate 98537, welcome to the Celestial Tome world. This is your first encounter with such a world, where you are the sole Reincarnate. Here, you will undergo the trials of a newcomer. Please be aware that the data initialization has begun.

World Background: Modeled after Reincarnate 98537's original world in the year 1965, at the Z Country border inspection station on Suttrie Mount. You will play the role of a fresh recruit in the stationed troops.

Main Mission 1: "Survival" — A nascent nation constantly faces challenges, and the border garrison teems with life-and-death trials. You must navigate various perils and survive for seven days to complete the new recruit's training and prove your worth.

Side Quest 1: "Mountain Peril" – Eliminate the dangerous creatures from Suttrie Mount (Individual damage must be at least 30% to count as effective)

Words flickered in the darkness of the night before vanishing, and Chen Ye jolted awake as if from a dream. His mind was suddenly filled with something new, an odd sensation, as though he was recalling something he had never encountered before. With a mere thought, a translucent attribute menu materialized before his eyes.

Reincarnate 98537, Health Points: 36/40, Stamina: 80/100; Strength: 3; Vitality: 4; Agility: 5; Spirit: 2/3 (You might be feeling off due to a sudden awakening from a nightmare). Equipment: None, Title: Newbie (Temporary, this title grants a +10 to comprehension, enhancing your ability to grasp various skills and talents as an incentive for newcomers.)

"Chen Ye!" A voice suddenly bellowed.

Snapping out of his stupor, Chen Ye hastily closed the data display. His squad leader was giving him a stern look. With a slight gesture from the squad leader, Chen Ye noticed that everyone else had already collected their firearms. Lagging behind at the end of the line, he quickly shouldered a Type 56 rifle and secured two ammunition clips to his waist. It was unclear whether the Celestial Tome had intentionally strengthened his military service memories, but as soon as he handled the weapon, a wave of familiarity washed over him.

The officer didn't remark on Chen Ye's actions but simply commanded, "Run!" The group of more than ten soldiers started their ascent, trudging along a rugged path carved out by sheer manpower.

The exercise entailed an armed cross-country trek, carrying over thirty pounds of gear, and racing tens of kilometers to reach a predetermined point for combat readiness. This was not a standard drill for the checkpoint, and despite Chen Ye's recollections of his service days and his youthful vigor, he had no particular edge in this task. Before long, he found himself trailing behind the group.

As Chen Ye was pushing himself to catch up, he suddenly felt a weight lift off his shoulders. Glancing back, he saw his squad leader had hoisted his backpack, easing his load and allowing him to move more swiftly.

Despite the class monitor's stern expression, his gesture was surprisingly warm-hearted. Chen Ye couldn't help but express his gratitude, "Thank you!"

"Thank me? I've been teaching you for so long, and you've shown no improvement. As a former scout, I've lost all face in front of Li. Focus on your breathing! Don't rush your steps. The more you hurry, the quicker you'll exhaust your stamina," the class monitor chastised in a hushed tone.

Chen Ye was being mentored by a seasoned scout veteran. His aptitude meant he would gradually master the necessary skills. A line of tiny text appeared before Chen Ye's eyes, then slowly dissipated.

With heightened concentration, Chen Ye absorbed the class monitor's instructions. Memories resurfaced, and after about ten minutes, a prompt appeared: You have mastered the skill "Scouting" (G): Derived from military reconnaissance techniques, it allows you to gather certain information through observation, costing 1 point of stamina with each use. Proficiency 0/100.

You have also mastered "Basic Footwork" (G): By regulating your breathing, you can conserve stamina. Proficiency 2/100.

With his newfound understanding of Basic Footwork, Chen Ye felt a bit more at ease, and his proficiency continued to rise slowly, gaining 1 point for roughly every 100 steps.

Observing Chen Ye's progress and his ability to keep pace with the team, the class monitor relaxed and slowed down to cover the rear.

Unable to resist, Chen Ye used his scouting skill on the class monitor, and immediately information appeared before him: Wang Jianguo, Health: 80/80, Stamina: 195/200, Skills: Scouting (F), Basic Footwork (F), Basic Hand-to-Hand (F), Basic Fitness (G), Basic Shooting (E), Stealth (E).

Chen Ye was impressed. The class monitor, Wang Jianguo, was a formidable figure, particularly notable for his blue "Stealth" skill. While the significance of the color difference was unclear to Chen Ye, the presence of a blue skill among the white ones suggested its exceptional nature.

His Scouting proficiency increased by 1 point, but noticing his stamina dipping to the critical threshold of 60, Chen Ye refrained from further skill use, wary of depleting his energy and falling behind the team.