Chapter 137 Let's have a competition

"Reporting to the brigade commander, it wasn't anything serious, just something to lighten the mood."

Faced with Xiao Yunfeng's "praise," Zhou Zhenxing could maintain his composure on the surface, but he couldn't contain his joy.

"I'm also looking to relax a bit, how about we have a competition?"

Xiao Yunfeng's words not only stunned Zhou Zhenxing, but also caused everyone present to show expressions of astonishment.

He's a brigade commander, a high-ranking official, how could he make such a request?

It's not surprising that people think this way. While it's good to get along well with the soldiers in the military, one must also be mindful of their status and position.

Those in positions of power are destined to be high above and lonely.

Not to mention brigade commanders, even regimental commanders and battalion commanders must maintain their authority in front of their soldiers.

Of course, a brigade commander as young as Xiao Yunfeng is extremely rare in the military.

Most people who reach the position of group leader are around forty years old, and at that age, it's even less likely that they'll participate in competitions.

So no matter what, Zhou Zhenxing wouldn't dare to be presumptuous in front of him.

Regardless of who is stronger, if there is a mistake, it would be considered an act of insubordination.

"Brigade Commander, how can I compare to you?"

Therefore, Zhou Zhenxing's first reaction was to refuse.

Xiao Yunfeng retorted, "Why not?"

"You are a commander..."

Xiao Yunfeng coldly interrupted his explanation, "The commander is also a human being, a soldier with one head on two shoulders just like you."

Zhou Zhenxing was speechless, and looked pleadingly at his instructor Liu Wengao, who was standing beside him.

Liu Wengao shared the same thought, finding Xiao Yunfeng's decision incomprehensible, and quickly advised, "Brigade Commander, how could Company Commander Zhou be your match?"

"You already know the result before the competition has even started?"

Xiao Yunfeng's voice carried a clear hint of displeasure.

Liu Wengao was sweating profusely. "Brigade Commander, your reputation is well-known, but we really can't do it."

There's nothing shameful about admitting defeat to a brigade commander.

Xiao Yunfeng's expression grew even colder. "I haven't even said what we're going to compete in yet, and you're already saying you're no good? Is this the kind of mentality your 1st Company has—to give up without even fighting?"

The phrase "defeat without a fight" is an absolute humiliation for any company.

Liu Wengao gasped, finally realizing that this guy was determined to compete with Zhou Zhenxing today.

Zhou Zhenxing originally thought that Xiao Yunfeng was just having a whim and wanted to "share the joy with the people," but the current atmosphere was clearly not right.

He is now in a dilemma.

Facing his own soldiers, those unwavering gazes, he seemed to have no other choice.

"Since the brigade commander thinks so highly of me, then I'll have a contest with you. Brigade commander, what would you like to compete in?"

Xiao Yunfeng had been waiting for these words. He slowly twitched the corners of his lips and uttered two words.

"Fighting."

Zhou Zhenxing's breath hitched, and he felt completely unwell.

Fists and kicks have no eyes!

Wang Liang suddenly realized what was happening and said somewhat impatiently, "Brigade Commander, isn't this a bad idea?"

Why would he suddenly want to fight someone?

Xiao Yunfeng shut him up with just one sentence: "Go watch from the side!"

Wang Liang reluctantly shut his mouth, repeatedly gesturing to Zhou Zhenxing with his eyes, his face filled with nothing but worry.

Zhou Zhenxing took in Wang Liang's reaction and concluded that Wang Liang was worried that he would hurt Xiao Yunfeng.

This was Xiao Yunfeng's own idea, and he had no way to refuse.

Since we can't refuse, we might as well accept the challenge openly.