Starting from the deputy company commander of the Soldier Assault Team

"Anbang, don't be discouraged. Your rank and position are very good. As for the unit you're assigned to..." The three brothers racked their brains for words to comfort him, but for a moment they didn't know what to say.

After all, judging from the literal meaning, it seems quite normal. Because the third brother was also assigned to a military region, and a quick look down reveals that many others were also assigned to grassroots units.

The establishment of the National Defense Student system is intended to cultivate highly educated talents for the military as soon as possible. Although Zhang Anbang’s previous performance in computer science made it more reasonable for him to be assigned to a technical unit, it is not impossible for him to be assigned to a grassroots unit.

However, a Class A field division means that it is fully staffed and has very fierce competition within the unit, and it is basically composed of elite soldiers and generals.

Generally speaking, the only superficial difference between Class A and Class B divisions is the number of personnel and the weapons and equipment. However, only those who are actually in the class know that the training intensity is not at the same level.

Type A engineers spend significantly less time on production and construction than Type B engineers, and a large portion of that time is used for training.

Zhang Anbang's thin physique suggests he'll likely be relegated to the medical team after only a few days of training in the army. How will he fulfill his duties as deputy company commander, assisting the company commander in military training, daily management, and combat preparation?

The soldiers in the army certainly wouldn't be convinced if this thin physique became the leader of a field company.

On the surface, it might be a matter of saving face because of regulations and rules, but it would be difficult to carry out the work smoothly, and it would be hard to gain a foothold in the military.

Judging from the unit designation, it is a Class A heavy armored field division, which means that the T Division is a combat-ready division in the garrison region.

A combat-ready division means that the unit is fully equipped and trained year-round. It has the capability to be mobilized to any theater of operations in the country at any time to complete combat missions.

If a weak, bookish man like Zhang Anbang, who studied computer science, were to join such a unit, he would probably be reduced to bones in a few days. It would be more likely if the leader were in charge.

Seeing the three brothers' sympathetic looks, Zhang Anbang was not shocked by the issue of being assigned to a field unit, but rather by the words "T Division, 702nd Mechanized Infantry Regiment, 3rd Battalion, 7th Armored Reconnaissance Company".

He was very familiar with these words, and the words together also meant the Seventh Steel Company.

He initially thought he had transmigrated to a parallel world similar to Earth, since apart from some differences in names, they were largely the same.

But these words quickly brought to mind memorable figures such as Gao Cheng, the son of a military family; Shi Jin, the mother of the army; Wu Liuyi, the man of steel; Yuan Lang; Xu Sanduo; Cheng Cai; and so on.

Some netizens even created humorous parodies, including one that goes without saying: the company commander's father is...

There are also those unresolved issues in movies and TV dramas, and whether Xu Sanduo was a good soldier.

In some respects, Xu Sanduo is undoubtedly a good soldier. His goodness is not in the traditional sense of excellence, but in his unique personality traits and growth trajectory, which are reflected in his ultimate adherence to and practice of his identity as a soldier.

From being ridiculed for being silly at first, to later becoming a top soldier in the Steel Seventh Company and even the special forces, Xu Sanduo has always persisted with his core driving force of doing meaningful things.

From his initial awkward marching to mastering the goose step to the point where even the regimental commander acknowledged his skill, and from the fearsome Fifth Platoon on the grasslands back to the Seventh Steel Company, he forged physical abilities, willpower, and execution capabilities far exceeding those of ordinary people—the most basic and core qualities of a soldier.

His pure loyalty and sense of responsibility reveal the true nature of a soldier. His "foolishness" is essentially a kind of purity, a loyalty to the army and his comrades without any impurities.

During the reorganization, he stood guard in the barracks alone, tidying up the barracks and carrying out drills day after day, protecting the dignity of the company. When carrying out missions, he would never give up even if he was in danger. This sense of responsibility, which disregards personal gain or loss, is the embodiment of the collectivist spirit advocated by the army.

His growth trajectory perfectly embodies the spirit of "never abandoning, never giving up" of the Steel Seventh Company, inspiring not only his comrades-in-arms but also becoming a symbol in the hearts of countless people that "ordinary people can also create miracles through perseverance."

This drama inspired many young people to sign up for the army, becoming the best recruitment propaganda.

However, his growth, while relying on his own hard work and perseverance, also depended on the support of many people. This is undoubtedly a testament to the legacy and dedication of soldiers.

But if someone like Shi Jin could stay, wouldn't he be able to train more outstanding soldiers...?

In that instant, a jumble of memories rushed into my mind. Was it a coincidence or real?

Could this be the world of Soldiers Sortie? If it is, then he must do his best to change some of the unresolved issues. If it's just a coincidence, then those unresolved issues don't exist.

I remember reading a novel or article in my past life, which explained the existence of movies, TV shows, or parallel worlds by saying that some people, because they have learned a lot of knowledge, have very active brain cells and will accidentally come into contact with scenes from another world, which will lead them to write excellent works.

Zhang Anbang thought this theory was utter nonsense; it was just a matter of a single active brain cell negating someone's personal efforts and imaginative thinking.

In contrast to the pessimism of his three brothers, Zhang Anbang was not intimidated at all. "I'm a man with a system," he thought, "although I don't know what kind of stupid system it is, the advantage is mine."

If it really is a soldier's assault, then going to the unit in my favorite military drama would be a great thing, especially since it's a captain and deputy company commander.

Zhang Anbang smiled and pointed at the screen, saying, "Brothers, don't try to comfort me. Although we national defense students don't have years of military service, we are soldiers at heart. We obey orders and follow commands. It doesn't matter where we go, we are still soldiers."

Besides, my position as a captain and deputy company commander is a rare find, so from now on you'll have to salute me first. Please have a seat, I'm going to do some more training.

Yes, national defense students and military academy students are different. Military academy students enlist upon enrollment, and their military service begins to be calculated from that point. National defense students are in the reserve force during their studies and are considered reserve officers. Their military service begins to be calculated after they enlist in a unit.

As Zhang Anbang left the dormitory, the remaining three began to discuss. After all, they had lived and eaten together for four years, and their bond was stronger than that of blood brothers.

"Sigh, the third brother is in trouble this time. With his computer skills, he could have really excelled in the technical department. It's a pity he was assigned to a combat unit, specifically a combat readiness division of the military region."

"Do you think the third brother might be discouraged and give up after ten years?" Cui Changkai asked, somewhat disappointed. Of the four of them, only he and Zhang Anbang were pursuing research and development-related careers.

Therefore, among the remaining three, he had the deepest affection for Zhang Anbang. Although their research and development ideas differed, their general direction was the same. For the past four years, the two had been competing fiercely with each other, and their results had always been among the best.

If Zhang Anbang really gives up on himself, he will lose a good brother with whom he can secretly compete. Moreover, if he goes to the grassroots level, will the third brother still have time to do research and development?

Cui Houzi scratched his head and sighed helplessly. The other two fell silent for a moment.

When we first entered university, we were full of ambition. Although we seemed carefree on the surface, who didn't want to get promoted, get a raise, reach the pinnacle of life, and realize their dreams?

In the end, will we really succumb to reality?

After a few minutes of silence in the dormitory, a soft but firm voice rang out, "I think even if Brother Zhu San falls on the way to the front, he will never surrender or give up. Just think about his four years of unwavering dedication. How many people in the whole school can do that?"

"That's right. It's just a field army, it's just about physical fitness. I believe it won't be difficult for Lao San. He was just a little malnourished when he enrolled, and studying for a double degree is too exhausting."

"That's right, look at my big frame, I'm the most qualified to speak on this. The third one just doesn't eat much. He'll eat more slowly, and with more exercise, he'll be fine."

"Alright, the third brother is still running on the playground. Let's take advantage of the last few days to go and keep him company."

In June, the air in Yanjing was still hot around 9 a.m., but it was still quite comfortable compared to the high temperatures of 38 or 39 degrees Celsius in later generations. The average temperature was around 30 degrees Celsius, which was acceptable for training.

Zhang Anbang, who was doing physical training, saw his roommates running over in their workout clothes and immediately understood what they were thinking. He was very touched and thought they were truly good brothers.

The group trained together, laughing and joking, their sweat demonstrating the tireless efforts and deep camaraderie of these young officers in the new century.