The evil forces roaming the heavens

Chapter 1896 Zhang Cheng: "This old man looks familiar!"

A light drizzle fell, turning the world into a white expanse.
While chatting idly in the dormitory, the conversation gradually became more and more outrageous.
"Let me tell you, in my hometown, there's a legend about a vengeful ghost that eats people."

The soft muttering, Houpu's voice, seemed to bring fear.
Upon hearing Houpu's words, everyone's expressions turned serious.

But just then, Zhang Cheng laughed and said, "Houpu, is that ghost you're talking about wearing a red dress, squatting by the well, and then dragging someone in to be their scapegoat when they get close?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with suspicion, Houpu asked doubtfully, "How did you know?"

"Because that's what adults say when they lie to children!"

Looking at Houpu with annoyance, Zhang Cheng really didn't know how this honest kid got into Renhe!
After all, Zhang Cheng hears this kind of old story countless times every year.
As for whether ghosts exist in this world, Zhang Cheng can say it very bluntly: stand in front of him and ask!

Zhang Cheng: I treat all living beings equally!
Ding Xiu: I'll kill you and save you, and scatter your ashes!

"cut!"

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, everyone's faces showed disgust.
Looking at everyone awkwardly, Houpu said with a hint of helplessness, "But I don't know how to tell ghost stories!"

"We don't have to talk about this. Tell me, who's the prettiest girl in our class?"

Looking at everyone excitedly, Xin Yi revealed a playful smile.
As soon as Xinyi started the conversation, everyone's faces lit up with interesting expressions.

But at that moment, Houpu couldn't help but say, "I think we should let's drop this topic. It's not good to be making judgments!"

Hearing Houpu's words, Qiushui smiled and said, "Houpu, do you have someone you like?"

"No no!"

Seeing Qiu Shui teasing him, Houpu quickly waved his hands in refusal, not daring to answer at all.

Seeing everyone's excitement, Zhang Cheng said nonchalantly, "I think Houpu is right. While we're talking behind people's backs, they might be talking about us too!"

"Zhang Cheng, you're so handsome, you must have had quite a few admirers back in school, right?"

When he spoke to Zhang Cheng, Du Zhong looked at him with a smile, full of curiosity.
"Du Zhong, you're not playing games anymore, you're gossiping now. But everyone really likes this topic, hehehe!"

Upon hearing Du Zhong's words, everyone present became excited.

Looking at the crowd below with an annoyed expression, Zhang Cheng said, "Instead of wasting your time, why don't you think about how to complete the military training assessment?"

"Hey Zhang Cheng, don't be so formal! Let's just gossip a bit, tell us what you think!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng with delight, Qiu Shui's face was also full of curiosity.

"You guys know how to be polite, asking this right off the bat!"

Looking at everyone speechlessly, Zhang Cheng didn't know what to say.

However, despite saying that, Zhang Cheng still spread his hands helplessly and said, "Actually, there aren't as many people who like me as you think!"

"wht?"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in disbelief, Xiao Bai saw a look of utter astonishment on her face.

"Because... I'm too good!"

With a helpless expression, Zhang Cheng spread his hands, then tossed his hair back, looking very serious.

"Um, I want to go up and beat him up, is anyone going to help?"

In the silent dormitory, after everyone listened to Zhang Cheng's words, Du Zhong spoke up with a serious expression.
"Count me in, count me in!"

Rolling up their sleeves, Xiaobai and Qiushui immediately joined in.

"This guy is too arrogant. He needs to know what it means to be roared at by an ordinary person!"

Just as everyone was looking eager to try, Zhang Cheng exclaimed in surprise, "Squad leader, aren't you going to do anything about this?!"

"Hey Zhang Cheng, the minority should submit to the majority. You're really infuriating!" Even the usually honest and unassuming Houpu was unwilling to help Zhang Cheng.

Upon hearing Houpu's words, Zhang Cheng quickly added, "Let's make this clear first: hitting people is discouraged, and slapping someone in the face hurts their self-esteem!"

"Hit him!"

With a loud roar, Du Zhong charged forward first.

Just as the group was joking around, the door was suddenly opened.
When Instructor Sun appeared, everyone immediately became obedient.

"What are you doing? What are you doing? Are you trying to cause chaos in Heaven?!"

When addressing the students, Instructor Sun's face was full of seriousness.

Upon hearing Instructor Sun's words, everyone replied in unison, "Report! We're sparring right now!"

"A friendly spar? With your pathetic state, whoever has the energy should go out and run ten kilometers!"

Looking at the students present, Instructor Sun began to reprimand them.

They looked awkwardly at Instructor Sun. No one dared to say a word at that moment, because he was now obsessed with the 10-kilometer run. If he felt unwell, he would go for a run!
"Zhang Cheng, come out here for a moment. Your leave request has been approved!"

When Instructor Sun spoke to Zhang Cheng, his words instantly caused an uproar among everyone.
Just as Qiu Shui was about to say something, Hou Pu hurriedly grabbed him and said, "A guaranteed admission!"

Upon hearing Houpu's words, Qiushui deflated like a punctured balloon, no longer wanting to say a word.

As he stepped out of the dormitory, Instructor Sun handed him a leave slip, saying, "Remember, come back before noon tomorrow, or don't blame me for being rude!"

"Understood, instructor. If I don't come back, I'll run ten kilometers!"

Looking at Instructor Sun with a broad smile, Zhang Cheng laughed.

Upon hearing Zhang Cheng's words, Instructor Sun replied speechlessly, "Do you think you're one of them? Ten kilometers? Twenty kilometers? Armed swimming!"

"Ok?"

Zhang Cheng's eyes widened, and he froze instantly upon hearing Instructor Sun's words.

A 20-kilometer armed swim—he doesn't even consider Zhang Cheng a human being!
It's important to know that basic soldier equipment weighs around 13 kilograms, while at high altitudes it's 25 kilograms. If someone goes for something even more demanding, carrying a heavy sniper rifle, the weight would exceed 35 kilograms.

Seventy pounds of equipment, a twenty-kilometer armed swim, regardless of terrain.
"What, you think you're so tough? Huh! If you cause me any more trouble, I'll send you to train next door!"

After speaking to Zhang Cheng, Instructor Sun left triumphantly.

Watching Instructor Sun's retreating figure, Zhang Cheng rubbed his head and said, "Speaking of which, when I fought monkeys back in the day, I didn't bring this much equipment, did I?"

Wang Jianjun: We were discharged from the army precisely because we fought and ate wherever we were!

Wang Jianguo: With this equipment back then, I could fight my way from north to south!

After agreeing on a time, Zhang Cheng sat in a jeep and looked at Zhao Yingnan beside him, asking, "What kind of food does your grandfather like to eat? Does he have any dietary restrictions?"

“My grandfather likes to eat the fish he catches himself, but a few days ago, he got really angry at someone at Shichahai! When he came back, he kept saying that young people don’t have any martial ethics!”

Smiling at Zhang Cheng, Zhao Yingnan seemed surprised that her grandfather could also get angry.
Looking at Zhao Yingnan with surprise, Zhang Cheng asked curiously, "His hobby is quite interesting. I also like to eat the fish I catch myself!"

At this point, Zhang Cheng looked at Zhao Yingnan beside him and said, "Let me tell you, in Meiwang Town, I'm a well-known fishing expert for miles around! Sharks, groupers, and the like are a piece of cake for me."

Utah: Are you sure?

"Really? You're so amazing!"

Looking at Zhang Cheng in surprise, Zhao Yingnan couldn't help but feel admiration.
Looking at Zhao Yingnan, Zhang Cheng patted his chest and said, "That goes without saying!"

Arriving in Beijing, I stepped into a secluded courtyard.
Zhang Cheng stared blankly at the old man watering the flowers, because the man looked familiar. Where had he seen him before?

(End of this chapter)