When you're in the Wolf Pack, your ability to obey orders becomes stronger.

Chapter 223 Troop Deployment!

As it turns out, Guo Yuanshuai was right.

The next day, the troops received orders to enter full combat readiness.

All things considered, this was Xu Ge's second time participating in combat readiness since joining the company, so he had some experience and didn't seem flustered.

But the veterans started to complain.

Lin Wan was about to be discharged from the military, and she had already contacted doctors and arranged for a bed. She was just about to ask for leave to see a doctor and have surgery when suddenly the military was put on standby.

During the combat readiness period, everyone's leave and travel were canceled to ensure the personnel attendance rate, so the veterans naturally could not go to the hospital for surgery.

"Why did they have to prepare for war now of all times? Damn it, what bad luck!"

"Alright, stop babbling. Have you ever seen a war that picks its own time?"

"So what do we do now? Should we tell Mr. Xu to quickly tell Dr. Lin to postpone the appointment?"

Xu Ge, holding his phone, said, "Lin Wan has already sent a message, and they have also received the combat readiness notice."

"Looks like we're really going to have to take action. Are they going to give us one last real-world test before we're discharged?"

"Maybe! Hey, if that's the case, I might be able to take down one or two enemies before I get back!"

"What are you thinking? We're not even sure if it'll be our turn to go!"

While everyone was secretly speculating, the Wolf Brigade began to move the very next day.

Just like last time, military vehicles roared past the gate, creating an unprecedentedly large spectacle. This time, even anti-aircraft guns were deployed!
It was only at this point that everyone realized that this preparation for war was more important than they had imagined.

The veterans began to whisper among themselves that Guo Yuanshuai was receiving several phone calls every day from people in other units asking him about the situation.

If war really breaks out, not to mention personnel transfers, even the discharge time might be delayed!

. . .

. . .

Just as everyone was secretly speculating, Lao Wang, who had been missing for a long time, suddenly appeared in Zhang Fengxue's office at the brigade headquarters.

"Brigade Commander, we've found out!"

Old Wang picked up the teacup on the table with practiced ease and took a sip. "The military of Stan was not involved in this matter. When they learned that a large batch of drugs was to be transported to Leh, they deliberately turned a blind eye and did not expect that the enemy would eventually intend to transport it to us."

Zhang Fengxue nodded, not surprised: "That's fine then."

Such a large quantity of goods could only have originated from the Golden Crescent.

The Golden Crescent, located at the border of Taliban, Iran, and the Taliban, is one of the world's three major drug-producing regions, second only to the Golden Triangle in size.

Naturally, these three countries have become major drug-producing nations, especially the Taliban, which has maintained close ties with the legally cultivated opium poppy world.

The "Heavenly Poison" had a history of repeatedly smuggling opium into China, and its activities became even more rampant after the rise of the Golden Crescent.

Two of the world's three major drug-producing regions are located near China's borders, so it's easy to imagine that they would naturally attract China's fierce crackdown.

In recent years, the Wolf Brigade has actually participated in quite a few covert operations.

This time, upon learning that the shipment from Lehcheng had crossed the border from Stan, Zhang Fengxue immediately asked Wang to investigate what role the Stan military played in the matter.

If the other party, like Tiandu, has become a behind-the-scenes supporter of an enemy organization, then the situation has escalated significantly!
Fortunately, Wang brought back some reassuring news.

"In other words, the biggest supporter behind this organization is the Tiandu military, just as we suspected before."

"Yes!"

Zhang Fengxue tapped her fingers rhythmically on the table: "So, the reason they're deploying troops at the border and making a show of aggression is actually to draw our attention away so that the shipment can enter the country smoothly from Hotan?"

Old Wang nodded: "Not only that, they probably intend to use this shipment as seed money to establish multiple secret bases on the border and infiltrate our side!"

"It's been months already, have you figured these people out yet?" Zhang Fengxue stared at Lao Wang. "I've already made a pledge to the military that we must wipe them out this time!"

Old Wang immediately stood up at attention: "Please rest assured, Brigade Commander, all of their actions are under control. Once they come over, we will make sure they don't leave alive!"

"The border, Leh, and Tashkurgan—these three battlefields must be attacked simultaneously. I will personally command the Wolf Brigade in a charade against the mountain division of Tiandu. What are your thoughts on who will command the remaining two locations?"

"Brigade Commander, after all, Sirius and his men are going to break into enemy territory to wipe out the enemy. They need to be quick, accurate and ruthless. I don't think it makes much sense for me to go there. The plan has already been finalized. Thor and Yang Shaojie are enough."

After a moment's thought, Old Wang said, "I'll take charge of the interception operation on the Tash Ancient Road side!"

"Okay, you can choose the personnel yourself."

"Then let's go with the Sixth Company of the First Regiment. I'm familiar with their commander, so communication will be easier."

Upon hearing the name of the Sixth Company of the First Regiment, Zhang Fengxue paused for a moment, not immediately responding, but instead asking, "Has a risk assessment been conducted for this operation?"

"With you personally overseeing things on the border, there won't be any problems!"

Old Wang first flattered her, then said, "After Tianlang storms into Leh, it will wipe out the enemy before the Tiandu army can react, and then immediately move into Aksai Chin to pursue the enemy transporting the goods from the rear, completing a pincer attack!"

"If the timing is perfect, the interception team only needs to hold off the enemy, and Sirius will bear all the risks of the entire operation!"

"Then it's settled. You'll be in charge of the Tashgu Road area!"

Zhang Fengxue slammed his hand on the table, making the final decision, "First, eradicate this organization completely, then deal with those drug lords on Jin Xinyue's side who are close to Tiandu!" Old Wang stood at attention and saluted: "Yes, sir! Mission accomplished!"

"By the way, where is Old Face now?" Zhang Fengxue suddenly remembered something and asked.

Old Wang: "They're still monitoring the enemy in Leh, and they won't be back until the operation is over."

"Does Sirius have any other outstanding snipers?"

"Commander, is there any other mission?"

Zhang Fengxue: "The military sent over a brand-new sniper rifle and wanted to find someone to test it. Even reporters came along."

Old Wang was taken aback: "What gun? It's not the new Type 202, is it?"

Zhang Fengxue nodded: "Yes, it's the one with the international caliber of .338."

"My men have already arrived at Shiquanhe and are on standby!"

Old Wang pondered for a moment, "Why don't we let those two new recruits test the guns? Their current skill level should be sufficient, they've already been selected for the Sky Wolf team."

"You mean those two in Xiao Shuai's class?"

"Correct!"

Zhang Fengxue didn't hesitate much this time and nodded: "Okay, go and call Gao Wen here and have him take charge of this matter."

"Yes!"

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. . .

After entering combat readiness, the troops' daily training content became mainly focused on tactics and shooting.

After Xu Ge settled the system rewards last time, besides physical fitness, he also added the most points to these two items. Therefore, Guo Yuanshuai recognized him as soon as he made a move in the training ground.

"Ge Bao, you've improved a lot in the 200-meter dash!"

After listening to the target report, Guo Yuanshuai patted Xu Ge on the shoulder, "Damn, now it's consistently 90+! Not bad, not bad!"

Xu Ge, brimming with confidence after receiving the praise, suddenly turned around and asked, "Squad leader, I can now be fast and accurate within 30 meters. Do you think it's possible for me to do the same at 100 meters, or even 200 meters?"

Guo Yuanshuai was taken aback by Xu Ge's words: "What do you mean? You're going to do a 100-meter rapid-fire?"

Xu Ge grinned: "Hehe, I've got that idea..."

"Do you know that the reason you can hit a spent cartridge at 30 meters is because you can clearly see the target with your naked eye, and the trajectory of the bullet will not change within that distance?"

Guo Yuanshuai frowned and said, "But it's a different story beyond 100 meters. Putting aside whether you can see clearly, you can't control the dispersion of the bullet impact points! Because the firing rate is also related to the force with which you pull the trigger."

Not to mention that at 30 meters you can rely on muscle memory to skip the aiming process, but beyond 100 meters, no matter how much you practice, you still have to aim first. I've never heard of anyone being able to fire rapidly at long range!

“Squad leader, I’ve seen people run and shoot with a sniper rifle, fast and accurate at 600 or 700 meters!” Xu Ge recalled the time when Lao Lian sniped the enemy overseas.

Guo Yuanshuai knew who Xu Ge was talking about: "Are you talking about the big bearded guy in Hidden Wolf who loves sweets?"

"Ok!"

"What are you comparing yourself to him for? He's a killer; he's only good at hitting people, he's terrible at shooting targets!"

Xu Ge: ? ? ?
Li Dongshui, who was lying on the ground and almost asleep, immediately perked up when he heard Guo Yuanshuai's words and quickly turned his head: "Deputy Squad Leader, what do you mean by saying that Brother Lian was made through murder?"

"It means exactly what it says. This guy became a different person after he came back from the Wahan Corridor that year. He only cares about headshots! As for what happened over there..."

"Lao Guo!"

A shout interrupted Guo Yuanshuai as Gao Wen arrived with two reporters.

"Good morning, Deputy Chief of Staff! Good morning, Reporter Zhuang!"

Xu Ge and Li Dongshui quickly put down their guns and stood up.

"What a coincidence, we meet again!" Zhuang Xiaotie looked at the two of them with a grin.

Guo Yuanshuai looked at Gao Wen and then at Zhuang Xiaotie, and asked, "Did you need something from me?"

"I'm not looking for you, I'm looking for two new recruits from your class to go on a business trip," Gao Wen said with a smile.

All three were taken aback. Guo Yuanshuai asked, puzzled, "Another official business? Lao Gao, it's wartime now. Didn't the regiment's orders say..."

Gao Wen waved his hand to interrupt: "The brigade commander personally ordered Xu Ge and Li Dongshui to test the guns!"

"Testing a gun? What kind of gun are you testing?" Guo Yuanshuai asked curiously. "Why are there reporters following us?"

"Have you seen the news lately? The TRG42 has set a new long-range sniping record on the battlefield between the two countries, surpassing the previous record of 2500 meters held by the AWM for the longest sniping distance with medium caliber."

Gao Wen said with a smile, "We've always had a blank space for .338 caliber rifles here, but now a new sniper rifle has come out!"

"Wow! Chief of Staff! Are you telling us to go and shoot at the 8.6mm 202mm guns?" Li Dongshui exclaimed.

(End of this chapter)