Chapter 38: The Prize
Miao Jing rolled up his sleeves, strode forward, moved a desk from the room where old tables and chairs were piled, and placed it in the middle of the construction site with a "clang".
"Come on, I don't believe I can lose to you!"
There is a row of Robinia trees planted along the primary school wall. Cicadas are chirping among the green leaves and branches: "Chi-ya--"
The atmosphere at the construction site became even more lively.
Everyone had supreme confidence in Tao Nanfeng. Seeing Miao Jing's provocation, they even prepared the table for arm wrestling and shouted, "Come on, let's compete!"
Tao Nanfeng frowned and shook his head. Arm wrestling requires skin contact, and she didn't want to have any deeper contact with this extremely aggressive man.
"Wait a minute——" Xiao Aiyun came running from a distance.
Xiao Aiyun is now affiliated with the Logistics Support Department of the Infrastructure Section. She was pushing a food delivery cart over with a few female educated youth. When she saw Tao Nanfeng standing in the crowd, she hurried over after asking about the situation.
She took off the blue cloth apron tied around her waist, covered Tao Nanfeng's hands with it, and encouraged him with a smile: "Wrap this on your hands and compete with him!"
When Miao Jing saw the blue apron in Tao Nanfeng's hand, he couldn't hold it back and laughed out loud. His laughter was so clear that it echoed through the valley.
Xiao Aiyun rolled his eyes at him: "What are you laughing at?"
Miao Jing smiled and waved his hands, thinking to himself: I am not extremely powerful in Kyoto, but my father has made military achievements. There are so many women in Kyoto who are fond of me and beg to marry me. What kind of women have I not seen! Is there any way I can take advantage of you, Tao Nanfeng, in this remote place?
The more he thought about it, the more interesting it became. Miao Jing raised his eyebrows with interest, squatted down, and put his right elbow on the table: "Don't worry, I promise to behave myself and never touch you."
Xiao Aiyun loved to watch Tao Nanfeng compete with others in strength. He knew at a glance that this proud boy was bound to lose, so he waved his hand excitedly: "Tao Nanfeng, come on!"
Tao Nanfeng stood still, his eyebrows slightly wrinkled. come on? Why should I cheer up?
Miao Jing took out a brick and started to chop it, asking to compete with him in strength. Seeing that he was a guest from afar, he agreed to his request.
Now he's going even further and suggesting arm wrestling. Why should I agree?
Xiangbei said that we must learn to say no. Thinking of this, Tao Nanfeng straightened up and said lightly: "No comparison."
Miao Jing loved to compete with others in strength. It was rare for him to meet an opponent who was equally strong as him, so he was reluctant to let go: "Why not? I came from afar just to compete with you. You won't even give me this little face?"
Tao Nanfeng stood firmly, the sunlight poured down, so beautiful that it was dazzling.
Miao Jing looked up at her and suddenly thought of something: "What do you want to win? I'm competing with you in strength, so I won't let you waste your energy. Just ask for anything you need."
The jackpot? This is possible. Tao Nanfeng raised his right hand, with his five fingers spread out like green onions.
Miao Jing's eyes moved slightly: "Five hundred yuan?"
There was a buzz of discussion among the crowd.
"Tao Nanfeng stretched out five fingers, maybe it's just a token of his gratitude."
"This guy asked for five hundred dollars right away. What a boast!"
"Who is Captain Xiang's comrade? The prize for arm wrestling is 500 yuan!"
Tao Nanfeng shook his head and looked at the acacia trees beside the primary school wall with a distant gaze: "Five positions."
Miao Jing was startled and his eyes widened: "What organization?"
Tao Nanfeng said: "Nanbeipo Primary School is expanding and merging with Xiufengshan Farm Primary School. There is no public teacher quota. I would like you to help me to provide five public teachers."
Miao Jing couldn't believe his ears and turned to look at Xiang Bei: "You, you mentioned me to her?" If Xiang Bei hadn't informed on her, how could this girl have the courage to ask for five positions right away!
Public school teachers earn 42 yuan per month, which means 210 yuan for five teachers, and is paid monthly by the Education Bureau. Private teachers are not on the state payroll but are funded by rural collectives, and the amount of subsidies they receive each month varies.
When it comes to being arrogant and bold, this girl is second to none, and even Miao Jing doesn't dare to claim to be first!
Xiangbei looked at Tao Nanfeng standing proudly in front of him, and suddenly laughed, and said to Miao Jing: "No, I didn't mention you."
When the three teachers who had been pouring herbal tea for the workers at the construction site heard this, their eyes lit up brightly - Tao Nanfeng was fighting for their rights.
Li Minli, Zhao Yingjie and Sun Yuan are all from Yuezhou. After graduating from high school in 1965, they went to the countryside and came to Xiufengshan Farm. It happened that Nanbeipo Primary School was short of teachers, so they signed up and successfully became private teachers. In addition to the 16 yuan monthly subsidy for educated youth, the brigade gave them another 5 yuan.
The three educated youth were very dedicated to their teaching and dedicated their youth to this shabby and simple primary school.
From 1965 to 1975, for a full ten years, no matter whether it was scorching hot or bitterly cold, no matter whether it was windy or rainy, Nanbeipo Primary School never suspended classes for a single day.
There were more than one hundred children in five grades. There were no textbooks, so the three teachers compiled them themselves. There were no exercise books, so the teachers squeezed money out of the subsidies to give them to the children. The blackboard was shabby, so they found black paint and painted it themselves. They visited every household, persuading the villagers to send their children to school.
When the three teachers did these things, they were just doing their duties and never thought about being praised or recognized by others. Teacher is a sacred profession, a gardener, and a candle, all of which are deeply engraved in their minds.
Being a public school teacher is something they dream of having! However, the farm was in difficulty, the team was having a hard time, and the children all needed teachers, so the three teachers did not put forward any conditions, never became regular employees, and continued to teach conscientiously.
Li Minli's voice trembled a little: "Tao Nanfeng...thank you!"
Regardless of whether he succeeds or not, the three teachers are grateful to Tao Nanfeng for his determination. Tao Nanfeng was only the chief of the infrastructure department. He didn't even want the 500 yuan prize, but he was willing to fight for teacher positions for the new primary school. What a broad mind he had!
Miao Jing seemed to be touched by something. He hesitated for a moment and said seriously, "I can try my best to fight for you, but I can't guarantee it."
Tao Nanfeng nodded: "Okay!" After that, he wrapped his hands with the apron, walked to the desk, and squatted slightly.
Through their blue aprons, the two men put their palms together.
A faint sweet fragrance hit my nose, it was the unique girlish fragrance of Tao Nanfeng. Miao Jing's heart was moved, but he quickly calmed himself down and looked at Tao Nanfeng, who was only one table away from him.
With a pretty face, sparkling eyes, slightly pursed lips and glowing white skin, this girl is really very beautiful. What’s even more rare is that she has a calm and determined temperament that makes people unconsciously want to trust her and support her unconditionally.
The palm of his hand feels delicate and soft as if it has no bones. Even through a thin piece of cloth, one can still feel the warmth of Tao Nanfeng's little hand.
Miao Jing gently placed his left hand on the table and exerted a little force with his right palm: "Begin?"
Tao Nanfeng lowered his eyes, and a warm current surged out from his dantian and flowed in the palm of his right hand. The man in front of him is Xiang Bei’s comrade-in-arms and a hero in phosphate mining. He must not be allowed to get hurt.
She was looking for the balance point of the force, when suddenly her palms tightened and a huge force pressed down on her.
Meeting a worthy chess player for the first time, Tao Nanfeng suddenly raised his head and met Miao Jing's eyes.
Miao Jing grinned, his smile containing a hint of cunning. He is the inheritor of Miao family boxing and has been practicing internal martial arts since he was a child. His grandfather, father, uncles and aunts have all made great contributions on the battlefield. He has also made great achievements in the Sharp Knife Company. Can't he deal with a small bricklayer?
The heat in Tao Nanfeng's body began to stir.
Since the other party is strong, there is no need to worry about hurting him. Tao Nanfeng increased his strength to meet Miao Jing's force and fight back!
Miao Jing's expression changed.
This girl turned out to be a martial artist, and the innate energy in her body was purer and richer than any other person he had met! Even when my grandfather and father were in their prime, they were not as strong as her.
Miao Jing concentrated and held his breath, mobilizing the power of his dantian and fighting with all his strength.
The two forces intertwined, and both parties' faces gradually became solemn. Their palms remained in the middle, their elbows did not move, but the table top began to shake.
The crowd who had just been shouting, "Come on! Come on!" felt something was wrong. They shut their mouths, not daring to breathe, and stared at the two men's faces.
Xiao Aiyun was so anxious that he was sweating all over his forehead. He pulled Xiangbei and asked, "What's going on? Is your comrade a master?"
Xiangbei is very familiar with Miao Jing's strength. There are 120 people in the spearhead company. Among the soldiers he has led, Miao Jing comes from a prominent family and has excellent skills. The last mission before demobilization, the battle was so brutal that he didn't even want to think about it. There were twelve people in the task force, and only he and Miao Jing survived.
Although Miao Jing is brave, he is not as good as Tao Nanfeng. Tao Nanfeng's great strength is beyond human power and is almost miraculous.
Xiangbei said in a deep voice: "Anxin, don't make any noise."
Li Minli suddenly shouted: "Tao Nanfeng, you don't have to work so hard, we are fine!"
Zhao Yingjie said loudly: "Yes! After being a private teacher for ten years, we are used to it. It's okay."
Sun Yuan walked quickly to the table and said softly, "Tao Nanfeng, we accept this favor today. Just do your best, but don't try too hard."
Everyone stopped shouting, and shouted in unison: "Tao Nanfeng, just do your best!"
A warm current surged up in her chest, and a smile gradually appeared on Tao Nanfeng's lips. She no longer concealed her strength, and huge power gushed out from her right hand.
It's like a huge wave that's overwhelming.
Miao Jing felt his chest tighten, a fishy taste in his throat, his vision went dark, and he almost fell down. He held onto the edge of the table with his left hand, trying to steady himself.
His right hand began to shake and gradually tilted, and his face turned pale.
Tao Nanfeng suddenly said, "Just admit defeat." If she didn't admit defeat, she was worried that the other party would get hurt.
Miao Jing gritted his teeth tightly, a trace of blood gradually seeping out from the corner of his mouth, but he persisted.
Tao Nanfeng sighed and suddenly felt a little admiration for Miao Jing in front of him. Although Xiangbei had never mentioned him, he must have a high status in Kyoto, able to approve mining licenses and agree to strive for a public school teacher position. Such a person actually joined the army and joined the most dangerous and toughest spearhead company.
However, for the future of the farm teacher, he had to bear with it.
Looking carefully, white lines were crisscrossed on the other person's fingers and wrists, and the most dazzling white line was between the index finger and the middle finger.
Through the blue apron, Tao Nanfeng moved his fingers slightly, unleashing a sharp and powerful force, launching a surprise attack on the white area!
This was the first time Miao Jing encountered such an opponent.
In terms of strength, I can’t compare.
The innate true qi cannot be compared.
In terms of tactical offense and defense, we still can’t win!
It's already the last gasp of a spent force, so just hold on. The sharp force that suddenly pierced between the knuckles made his wrist soften and numb. He could no longer support himself and his entire arm fell down with a bang.
Tao Nanfeng clasped Miao Jing's right palm with his right hand, quickly taking control of the situation and overwhelming him!
Snap——
When Miao Jing's palm was firmly pressed on the table by Tao Nanfeng, everyone on the field cheered: "Oh oh oh! We win..."
The cheers suddenly stopped.
The table shook and fell apart right under everyone's eyes.
It was previously rumored that Tao Nanfeng asked Director Luo Xuan for work points and angrily smashed the solid wooden desk into pieces - it seems to be true!
When the two forces hit the table at the same time, this old desk made of miscellaneous wooden boards could not bear it at all. Before Tao Nanfeng could react and retract the force, it was declared scrapped.
Looking at the broken wooden board lying at his feet, Tao Nanfeng straightened up with some heartache.
Miao Jing stood up, rotated his shoulder joints, pinched his knuckles, and stared at Tao Nanfeng with a hint of doubt, admiration, and caution in his eyes.
"I lost, and I'll keep my promise."
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