Chapter Twenty: Do You Want to Become a Special Forces Soldier?

"Report, sixty percent," Qin Feng replied hastily, a hint of surprise in his heart. He realized the Captain held him in high regard, so he shared his own confidence in facing the enemy.

"Sixty percent is not insignificant. It seems your sniping skills are quite adequate," the Captain said.

"Where does your confidence in killing the enemy come from?"

After a moment's thought, Qin Feng answered, "Sir, at that time, all I could think about was killing the enemy, avenging my brothers. That is my conviction, and also my confidence."

This was indeed the belief rooted deep within him: to fight the enemy, to destroy them, to avenge his brothers. It was the source of his confidence.

"True loyalty, genuine emotion, flesh and blood—you're indeed a good soldier. You've done well," the Captain remarked, gaining a deeper understanding of Qin Feng: a soldier of flesh and blood, loyalty and honor, neither servile nor arrogant, calm and composed, sharp-minded and courageous—a soldier both brave and wise. He was, in every aspect, an exceptional soldier.

The Captain believed Qin Feng's future held greater promise, that his military career would be brilliant.

"Sir, I ran out alone, which may be against regulations. How do you think the unit will handle me? I was only thinking of avenging my brothers, nothing else," Qin Feng said. He hadn't thought much at the time, just about revenge.

"Trying to get information from me?" The Captain was slightly startled. This young man was indeed clever—a remarkable soldier. Smiling, he replied, "How the unit will deal with you, I don't know. I'm here to collect your report, as an individual, not officially. Do you believe me?"

The Captain felt Qin Feng excelled in many ways, and the unit would make its decision accordingly.

"Believe or not, you came alone—it doesn't look like a formal inquiry, probably just a personal visit," Qin Feng replied, studying the Captain in hopes of discerning something from his eyes. Yet the Captain's gaze was calm, revealing nothing. So Qin Feng speculated, "Sir, could this be related to Su Yun? She's from the special unit, and her matters need to be kept confidential. So you came here—am I right?"

"Your analysis is logical. Then tell me, what do you think my purpose is here?" The Captain looked at Qin Feng, his eyes filled with growing approval. He thought highly of Qin Feng, whose abilities were strong across the board. Qin Feng could analyze issues quickly and see the heart of the matter—a problem solver and someone constantly improving. Such a soldier was indeed unique, destined for a distinctive military career. He was truly extraordinary.

"I can't tell," Qin Feng said.

"It's not that you can't tell—you have a good idea of why I'm here, you just don't want to say it," the Captain laughed. He knew Qin Feng was too wise not to see through his purpose; he simply chose not to speak it. But the Captain didn’t press, satisfied that Qin Feng understood.

Qin Feng nodded, having guessed most of it.

"Alright, that's enough for now. I'm heading back," the Captain suddenly said, standing up.

"Uh..." Qin Feng also stood, watching the Captain leave, his eyes full of uncertainty. He couldn’t figure out what this was all about—the Captain had asked only a few questions and nothing else. Qin Feng didn’t know the Captain’s purpose, but he didn't press, sensing that perhaps this was not a bad thing. He hadn’t been punished, nor seen any related disciplinary action.

At that moment, the communications officer arrived, signaling Qin Feng to come to the company commander's office.

There, the company commander motioned for Qin Feng to sit.

"Qin Feng, do you know who that Captain was?" the company commander asked, aware that the Captain was no ordinary man, but one of considerable capability.

"I don't know, I only know you called him Captain," Qin Feng answered truthfully. He had no idea who the Captain was, but anyone the company commander addressed as Captain must have an exceptional status.

"He is the Captain of the Xiongtiger Special Operations Battalion of the Southeast Military District. He is a formidable fighter," the company commander said, his eyes filled with respect. He knew the special operations unit was comprised of elite soldiers and held the Captain in high esteem. To serve as Captain of such a battalion required extraordinary strength.

The military is a place where the strong are revered; possessing strength naturally earns respect.

"The Captain of the Xiongtiger Special Operations Battalion?" Hearing this, Qin Feng was astonished. He hadn't expected that man to be the Captain of the Xiongtiger Battalion. It was a genuine surprise, but the battle aura emanating from him was intense, almost like a tidal wave—an aura only possessed by those who had seen combat. Truly worthy of his rank, his presence was exceptional.

"Special forces—if you’re a soldier, be the best. To be a special forces soldier… I wonder if I can become one," Qin Feng thought to himself. He longed for the special forces, knowing the strongest soldiers were in the special operations battalion, and even more mysterious units—those were powerful groups. He wanted to become stronger, to be a special forces soldier. Yet, he was uncertain whether he could achieve this, as the outcome of his superiors' decision was yet unknown. If he could remain in the military, there was a slim chance to become a special forces soldier; if expelled, that chance would vanish.

"Are you hoping to become a special forces soldier?" the company commander asked.

"Yes, though I don’t know if I’ll still have the opportunity," Qin Feng replied.

"You will. Believe in yourself. You're an outstanding soldier—the best I've seen. If you have a dream, pursue it. Everyone should have a dream; what if it comes true? Don’t you agree?"

The company commander smiled, encouraging him. From Qin Feng's gaze, he could see the young man truly aspired to be a special forces soldier. It reminded him of his own pursuit of ideals, so he encouraged Qin Feng to chase his dream.

"I will pursue it," Qin Feng said, his eyes firm with resolve. He thought of his three-year promise with Su Yun—he must become a special forces soldier, he must grow stronger.

"Good. That’s all for today. Your matter will be handled appropriately by upper management. Rest assured—the result will come in a few days. You won’t have to wait long," the company commander said.

"I understand," Qin Feng replied.

The company commander summoned the communications officer, who escorted Qin Feng to the temporary dormitory, telling him he would stay there for now, awaiting orders from above. Qin Feng agreed. He was now the only member left in his reconnaissance squad; whether he would return or take on another role depended on the orders yet to come.