NFBE Chapter 1357 Give you the direction to pursue
Chapter 1357 Give you the direction to pursue
"Why? Don't you know? I've been preparing for a month to start studying." Old Fan's face was flushed with pride, his excited smile illuminating the entire room. As he spoke, he puffed out his chest, as if to show off the glorious journey he was about to embark on.
"Holy crap... Studying? What kind of books?" Everyone erupted in shock, exclamations echoing one after another, faces filled with disbelief and surprise. They could never have imagined that Old Fan, the seemingly carefree pig farmer at the base, would actually be studying, and without any prior notice. The news was so sudden, like a bolt from the blue, catching everyone off guard.
Most of those present, like He Chenguang, Li Erniu, and Wang Yanbing, had joined the special forces right out of high school, navigating the blood-and-sweats of training and the brutal intensity of combat, all without ever having attended college. With the exception of a few with advanced degrees like Gong Jian, the others instinctively resisted the idea of returning to school. After all, they had long been accustomed to the thrilling and challenging life on base, the days of navigating the hail of bullets and fighting alongside their comrades. The relatively quiet, disciplined environment of school, filled with books and knowledge, felt strangely unfamiliar, even intimidating.
"Read... what books?" Li Erniu, a rural native, was so nervous his voice trembled. The mere mention of reading brought a look of embarrassment and resignation to his otherwise simple face. He couldn't help but think back to those boring days in elementary school, when, out of sheer boredom, he'd only pull Cuihua's braids. Unexpectedly, this led to a wonderful marriage. But now, with only an elementary school diploma and no junior high school experience, the prospect of returning to school was a daunting prospect, and he was filled with anxiety.
"No way... How could this be true? How come you knew all this long ago, and we had no idea?" The others echoed their words, their eyes filled with confusion and bewilderment. They couldn't understand why Old Fan knew about this a month in advance, while they were kept in the dark, like outsiders excluded from the secret.
"Because I knew it a month ago, and I have already packed my luggage, waiting to go to take the general course, hehe... What are you looking at? Can't a pig farmer be a general? How can a sparrow understand the ambition of a swan?" Lao Fan showed off proudly. Although he suffered a lot of misunderstanding and ridicule in the hacker base over the years and was nicknamed "Pig Farmer", the fire of his dream in his heart has never been extinguished.
Now, finally, the opportunity for further study, personally agreed upon by General Chen, had arrived. He felt as if his ancestral graves had been emitting smoke for the past month, and today, his excitement was like a raging fire. He could almost see himself in his handsome general's uniform, absorbed in his studies in a military academy classroom. His heart was filled with beautiful visions and eager anticipation for the future.
"No way, are we all going to study to become generals?" Everyone was surprised and delighted, especially those with less advanced education, like Wang Yanbing and Li Erniu. They knew that to become a general, one needed at least a doctorate in field army courses. Could it be that they could skip the undergraduate and bachelor's degrees and go straight to a doctorate? This sudden surprise left them a little dazed, and they couldn't help but wonder: How could they have become so powerful without realizing it?
Just as everyone was speculating, Chen Jun walked in with steady, powerful steps. He stood tall and straight, his eyes deep and determined, and he had an awe-inspiring aura.
"What? Are you in a meeting? Stand up straight, if you have something to say." Chen Jun's voice was low and loud, with unquestionable majesty, like an order, instantly quieting the originally noisy scene.
"Damn, I thought you had left us heartlessly, but I didn't expect to meet you again so soon. Boss, what are you doing..." A soldier said in surprise, his eyes full of surprise and confusion. He was happy to see Chen Jun again, but also curious about his sudden appearance.
Chen Jun shouted coldly, "Stop talking nonsense and stand still. Old Fan is right. I plan to take you out for a while."
As soon as the words fell, everyone became excited, with excitement flashing in their eyes.
"Oh my god, really? I told you, how could the boss abandon us, the first batch of veterans?"
"Boss, are you going to take us somewhere new to develop? No matter where we go, we'll go through fire and water!"
Some people were so excited that they jumped up on the spot, their excitement simply uncontrollable. They had originally thought they would be parting ways with Chen Jun, feeling lost, but unexpectedly, Chen Jun wanted to take them with him. It was like riding a roller coaster, full of ups and downs, and extremely exciting.
"Don't get excited, just listen to what I have to say. I'm taking you to study for a year. After a year, you must return to the hacker base instead of following me to other places." Chen Jun said seriously, his eyes revealing a determination that could not be negotiated.
The scene suddenly fell silent, as quiet as the stillness before a storm. Everyone was stunned by the sudden news. The excitement that had just ignited was instantly extinguished as if by a bucket of cold water, replaced by a look of astonishment and confusion.
Then, the next moment everyone was in an uproar again.
"No way, go read... Books and I are natural enemies. My eyes start fighting as soon as I start reading. How can I read like that?"
"Boss, can you please not go? This is too hasty."
"No, why are you going to study? I thought you were going on a mission. No way, are you really going to study to become a general with the Pig Farmer?"
Everyone suddenly remembered what Old Fan had said. He seemed to have mentioned going to the General Training School. While that sounded appealing, studying... that was a real challenge for them. They were used to using physical strength and courage to accomplish tasks, and studying, which required the concentration and concentration to acquire knowledge, was a challenge they had no idea how to begin.
Seeing them like this, Chen Jun couldn't help but feel a headache. He recalled that when he first went to school, he had the same thoughts as them, thinking that studying was boring and difficult. But then he gradually got used to it and realized that it was actually a process of growth, a necessary step for self-improvement. Special forces soldiers possess the strongest willpower in the world. As long as they devote themselves to a task, the results are guaranteed to be good. Studying is no exception. However, it is indeed difficult at the beginning, especially to inspire these people's fighting spirit. It is really not an easy task.
"Stop talking nonsense. Are you going or not?" Chen Jun glanced at everyone with a sharp gaze, with a hint of severity in his eyes, as if he wanted to penetrate everyone's heart and find out their true thoughts.
Li Erniu grinned, revealing a row of big white teeth, and said with a bitter face: "Boss, I actually want to go, but I only have an elementary school diploma and haven't even finished junior high school. I'm not even as good as my wife. Asking me to go to school all of a sudden is probably more painful than killing me." As he spoke, he shook his head helplessly, his face full of bitterness.
"Yes, boss, we definitely want to make progress with you, but you want us to go to school? Are you kidding me?" Others also complained, with all kinds of helpless and resistant expressions on their faces.
Chen Jun looked serious and determined at everyone. "Do I look like I'm joking? I'm taking you to the University of Science and Technology of China, one of the top military academies in the country. There, you'll be exposed to the most advanced knowledge and concepts, and receive the most professional education. Anyone willing to go, pack your bags immediately. If you don't want to go, just pretend I never said anything today."
After a pause, Chen Jun continued, "As the first batch of veterans in the hacker base, you should become more well-rounded talents, rather than just relying on your muscles to charge forward. If you continue like this, your development ceiling will be severely restricted. Speaking of which..."
Chen Jun pointed to Old Fan, who was smiling and carrying a lot of bags, and said earnestly, "Look at Old Fan, Comrade Fan Tianlei. Ever since he started raising pigs, he has been determined to become a general. To achieve this goal, he has been raising pigs while studying hard in the pigsty for the past few years, constantly improving himself. He used every available time to overcome countless difficulties and finally got the opportunity he has today. Today, he has finally ushered in this rare opportunity. A soldier who doesn't want to be a general is not a good soldier. You should follow Old Fan's example and have the courage and determination to pursue higher goals."
Everyone instinctively turned their gaze to Lao Fan, their eyes brimming with ambition and optimism. Though seemingly insignificant, he diligently and relentlessly pursued his dreams. In contrast, they retreated out of fear of hardship, a truly inappropriate experience.
"Go, we must go! I'm not afraid of losing my head, so why should I be afraid of studying? Anyway, I've already completed my mission of 'carrying on the family line' at the base. Brothers, I'm going back to pack my bags." A soldier gritted his teeth and said with determination. His eyes revealed a hint of determination, as if telling himself that no matter how difficult it was, he must bravely take this step.
"It's just studying, it's no big deal, we must go! University of Science and Technology of China, that's the place countless people dream of, but we don't even have the chance to go there, so why don't we go? My old commander said, whoever doesn't go is a grandson!" Another soldier also responded excitedly, his words full of lofty ambitions, as if studying was not a difficult thing, but a rare opportunity.
"Go, go, go..." Everyone gathered around Chen Jun, the atmosphere bustling with activity, reminiscent of the early days of the hacker base. Fighting spirit reignited in everyone's eyes. Inspired by Chen Jun's words and Lao Fan's example, they decided to bravely face the challenge and embark on this unknown journey of learning.
"This is the right mindset. If you want to reach higher, to catch up with me, you must study. Brothers, after a year of study, we'll have the chance to meet at the summit." Chen Jun looked at the crowd, his eyes filled with joy and anticipation. He believed that these brothers, who had fought side by side on the battlefield, would overcome difficulties and make progress in their studies.
At this time, Gong Jian suddenly interrupted and asked, "Boss, I want to ask, what is your current position and identity? So that we can have a clear goal to pursue." His eyes were full of curiosity and expectation, hoping to get an answer from Chen Jun.
"Right..." Everyone echoed, their gazes turning to Chen Jun. Chen Jun had suddenly returned, resigning as division commander and handing the reins to Chief Instructor Zhan Ge. Everyone assumed he had assumed a more prominent role. He Chenguang and the others only knew that Chen Jun concurrently held the position of Chief Instructor for all three services. Normally, such a position would require occasional visits to the base for guidance, with no need to leave. Was he expected to remain permanently in charge? Everyone was baffled as to what position this former special forces officer currently held. However, the three golden stars gleaming on his shoulders were enough to indicate his extraordinary status.
"As for me, listen carefully. I'll give you a direction and a goal to pursue." Chen Jun's expression was calm, yet he exuded a powerful aura. Standing before them, he resembled a towering mountain, conveying a sense of calmness and reliability.
The next moment, Chen Jun cleared his throat and spoke slowly, "I am now the chief designer of the national missile series and also the chief engineer of the Longmai Military Industrial Base. The missile incident that recently occurred on the west coast of the United States shocked the world. The missile that changed the world situation and attracted many countries to come to us for friendship was designed and developed by my team. It's called the Hacker Missile!"
"Hacker missiles..." Everyone muttered to themselves, momentarily unable to react. Their minds were in a state of confusion as they struggled to process this shocking news.
Wait, I need to sort this out...
They only grasped the word "hacker," and when they finally recovered, they were completely stunned. A national... missile series designer? Isn't that what scientists do? A veteran soldier from the field army could actually develop missiles? This completely overturned their previous understanding, and the whole world felt a little unreal. As for the Dragon Vessel Military Industrial Base, they had never heard of it before, having only heard of the more public 413 Military Industrial Base.
The room fell silent, and some people swallowed unconsciously. These were all top students who understood the weight of Chen Jun's words. They knew full well how powerful the two identities Chen Jun mentioned were, beyond imagination. These two identities represented enormous responsibility and honor, and also signified Chen Jun's extraordinary achievements in different fields.
"No... You were away for so long just to research missiles?" Gong Jian's eyes almost popped out of his head in surprise. He looked as shocked as Lu Bu when he first saw Diao Chan. He couldn't wait to ask, "Missile design involves many professional fields, which must have nothing to do with special forces courses. How did you... achieve cross-disciplinary success?" His eyes were full of confusion and curiosity, eager to know the story behind Chen Jun.
"Yeah, boss, how did you learn everything on your own and develop a missile that can shock the whole world? Hacker missile, this name is so domineering!" Others also asked with puzzled expressions. Their admiration for Chen Jun increased a bit, and they were also full of more expectations for the future learning journey.
Chen Jun's lips curled up slightly, and he said calmly, "This is why I brought you here to study. At the University of Science and Technology of China, you will find the answers you seek."