Chapter 86: Unable to Save the Stage
After presenting the awards, Yuan Lvchang suddenly said, "Team 107 and Team 108 made a bet in front of me. Now let the two village heads fulfill it in public!"
As soon as these words were spoken, they immediately aroused the interest of everyone present.
Everyone was speculating about what had happened between the two camps that Yuan Luchang specifically brought it up at this time.
Everyone's eyes instantly focused on the two of them - the atmosphere became tense.
A sneer appeared on Xiao Zhiyu's lips. His eyes were sharp and calm. He looked calmly at Qi Baoping, who seemed nervous and uneasy in the audience.
He seemed to be conveying a message in this silent way.
You might get away with it this time, but how long can you hide next time?
At that moment, Qi Baoping felt his head swelling, as if he could hear Xiao Zhiyu's mocking voice in his ears, a mocking laugh that carried a sense of triumph.
He clenched his fists. These past few days, every time he saw Xiao Zhiyu, he was like a mouse seeing a cat, always trying his best to slip away, just because he didn't want to face the bet that made him feel extremely pressured.
But he had taken great pains to be on guard, but he didn't expect that Yuan Luchang would actually expose this matter in public. Isn't this obviously trying to embarrass him?
"Baoping," Yuan Lvchang looked at him gently, with a hint of hope and expectation in his eyes, "Come up."
His tone was calm but commanding, which made it impossible to refuse, but Qi Baoping felt an unprecedented pressure.
"I, I..."
Qi Baoping was so anxious that he was sweating profusely, his eyes wandering around as if looking for a glimmer of hope.
No, he absolutely cannot go up!
He lowered his head to avoid Yuan Luchang's gaze and gritted his teeth. "Yuan Luchang, let's talk about this bet later. I don't want to waste everyone's time."
His words were full of reluctance and helplessness, and it was obvious that he was unwilling to face this situation.
The expectation in Yuan Luchang's eyes slowly turned into disappointment, and he sighed in his heart. He knew very well why Qi Baoping was unwilling to give the artillery vehicle to Team 107. Since he lost, he should admit it. How could he go back on his word so easily?
This is not only a matter of personal face, but also a major issue concerning the discipline of the entire team.
If Qi Baoping had been able to stand up bravely just now, he would have found an excuse to change the content of the bet, but now he had to make Qi Baoping reflect on himself.
"Baoping, stop dithering. Do you want the brothers to laugh at you?"
Yuan Luchang's voice echoed in the room, his tone was firm and there was no room for negotiation.
Every word was like a sharp knife, piercing directly into Qi Baoping's heart.
Qi Baoping felt his head buzzing and the whole world seemed to become blurry.
His face flushed instantly, feeling so hot that it seemed to be burning.
He had never experienced such an embarrassing moment, as if countless pairs of eyes were staring at him and laughing at him.
The anger and unwillingness in my heart were brewing like a volcano, but I had to suppress it.
Does he have to be so embarrassed?
He roared in his heart, and a gleam of unwillingness flashed in his eyes. It was a struggle and resistance after being forced into a desperate situation.
But he finally gritted his teeth, suppressed the pain in his heart, and said reluctantly: "Since my brothers are interested in this, then I will respectfully obey your orders."
After saying that, Qi Baoping slowly walked onto the stage.
After going on stage, he glared at Xiao Zhiyu fiercely, his eyes full of resentment and hostility, but Xiao Zhiyu didn't even glance at him, as if he didn't even notice his existence.
This indifferent attitude made Qi Baoping even more angry.
Seeing the two village heads come on stage, the audience below was excited and their excitement was beyond words. Everyone was eager to know what their bet was.
In the crowd, some people were whispering, some were shouting excitedly, and the scene was very lively for a while.
Zhao Wenyue, who was in the art troupe, was looking at Xiao Zhiyu on the stage with an infatuated look.
Her eyes were full of admiration and desire, and she thought: Such an outstanding man, even if it means remarriage, she is determined to get him!
She will win his heart no matter what the cost.
Yuan Luchang slapped the table, making a crisp sound, which made everyone quiet down.
Then, he glanced at the gloomy-looking Team 108 and the spirited Team 107, and said in a deep voice, "Based on the results of this rat extermination campaign, the winner is Team 107. According to the previously agreed-upon rules, in addition to the rewards given by the team, Team 107 can also get the artillery cart won in the bet!"
There was an uproar at the scene.
Everyone couldn't believe their ears and started talking about it.
Cannon cart!
Team 108 actually used artillery carts to bet!
This is too much of a joke!
Such a bet is simply incomprehensible.
People looked at each other in confusion, and discussions arose one after another. The scene was once in chaos.
You know, artillery vehicles can not only greatly improve the combat effectiveness of the team, but also save lives!
It is like a barrier, protecting every teammate who charges into battle.
At critical moments, such equipment can even determine victory or defeat!
When life and death are at stake, even a small amount of fire support is enough to turn the tide.
And now, this vital equipment is being used as a gamble.
Qi Baoping actually dared to use such a treasure as a bet. Is he worthy of being a village head?
This is not only a contempt for discipline, but also a great irresponsibility to the life and safety of the team members.
As a commander, he should understand that every weapon is precious, especially strategically important equipment like artillery vehicles, which should be properly utilized rather than wasted in meaningless games.
Not only did others think so, but even the teammates of Team 108 were shocked.
They originally thought that the stakes this time would be at most some personal property or a small-scale task.
No one expected that it was a key equipment that was related to the life and death of the entire battalion.
Those members of Team 108 who witnessed the gambling scene between Xiao Zhiyu and Qi Baoping were mentally prepared.
After all, they witnessed the whole process with their own eyes. Although they were still filled with anger and confusion, at least they had a buffer period.
However, more team members only knew that the two were gambling, but they had no idea what the stakes were. When they heard the news, it was like a bolt from the blue, and they were dumbfounded on the spot!
They looked at Qi Baoping with wide eyes.
This man is their village head, but what he is doing now makes all the team members feel that he is playing with everyone's lives.
He clearly knew the cruelty of the situation and the importance of these equipments, but still made such a ridiculous decision.
At this moment, no matter why Qi Baoping originally wanted to bet the artillery cart, he had already lost the trust of his men!
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