Chapter 7: Being Pursued
Watching the enemy's body lurch backward, it was dead beyond any hope of revival, with not a single head intact. This feeling was terrifying, shocking, and exhilarating. A man should slay his foes, with each step claiming a life, every five paces shattering the enemy's resolve, leaving no name across a thousand miles, and howling to the heavens as he departs
In three minutes, Binzi had set up more than a dozen mines nearby, along with a considerable amount of ammunition. Zhang Peng waved his hand, and Zhao Wuji led the way as everyone quickly evacuated the battlefield
Perhaps sensing the strength of their opponents, the enemy's assault came to a halt, and all adversaries lay in ambush, not daring to show themselves. On Zhao Wuji's side, only Fengzi was wielding a sniper rifle, constantly changing positions and reaping one life after another. Truly deserving of the title of the team's marksman, he was more adept than others at detecting enemies and creating opportunities
After the enemy approached a little closer, Zhang Peng patted Zhao Wuji on the shoulder and whispered, "Aim and fire"
Zhao Wuji saw Binzi casually pick up the hand grenade hanging from his body and continuously place it in various locations, covering it with leaves and other materials, making it completely unnoticeable to those who were unaware. In some places, he even placed some bullets, while saying: "Brother, I don't have any other skills, do you want to learn? I can teach you later."
Speaking, he waved to Binzi to come over, instructing him to quickly arrange things around and prepare for the retreat
Upon hearing that there is a battle to be fought, everyone erupted in joyous cheers, as these days of pent-up frustration have left them in urgent need of an outlet.
Then, everyone saw Zhao Wuji rush in without hesitation, quickly disappearing into the tall and dense forest
"Rest assured, I have said that this is my private garden," said Zhao Wuji. "If you agree, there is a very good ambush point ahead."
Zhao Wuji was unaware of the immense power of these objects, yet he could surmise that they possessed a lethal capability similar to the traps he set while hunting.
Without further ado, everyone greeted each other, and it was Zhao Wuji who took the lead, firmly setting a direction and running swiftly down. The scene of the armed helicopter bombardment just moments ago, with its overwhelming blood-red momentum, left Zhao Wuji feeling extremely unsettled. Under the threat of weapons of mass destruction, individual capabilities appeared so insignificant, evoking a wave of fear within him.
Among several people, the one who is the most idle is Zhao Wuji. Apart from a large bow, he has only a mountain-cutting knife left on him. The military dagger has already been returned to Fengzi, which bears Fengzi's name. Even if Zhao Wuji likes it a lot, he understands the principle of not taking what belongs to others.
Zhao Wuji stopped and said to Zhang Peng, "There are ways to solve this, but it will require some time."
As he ran while flying, Zhao Wuji observed the terrain. The others were too lazy to ask questions, closely following behind him. Everyone had completely trusted Zhao Wuji, naturally entrusting their lives to him. None of them were certain whether they could escape, but Zhao Wuji was currently the most ideal choice for everyone.
Observing Zhao Wuji strolling leisurely, there is indeed a sense of walking in his own backyard. While everyone is amazed, they are also filled with conviction and relief, completely setting aside their inner worries. With familiar individuals leading the way and armed with reassuring firearms, there is nothing to be concerned about regarding the pursuers behind.
One advantage of the forest is that there is no need to worry about the threat of helicopters from above, nor is there concern about someone discovering everyone's whereabouts from the sky; the only worry is the unknown dangers that lie ahead
In the forest, no matter how many people there are, they cannot compete with the beasts; the best way to attract the beasts is through bloodshed, Zhao Wuji said
Hmm! Zhao Wuji reacted, nodding excitedly. At this moment, seeing Zhao Wuji open fire, the others also began to shoot. The opposing side responded quickly, and after losing several lives, they started to fight back. In an instant, the forest was filled with the sound of gunfire.
Continuing, he pointed to the scope and other functional components, stating: "The optical sight has a magnification of 10 times, capable of penetrating a 40-millimeter thick rolled homogeneous armor plate at a distance of 800 meters, and exhibits a good 'secondary fragmentation effect.' The Austrians can use this rifle against targets such as light armored vehicles, helicopters, aircraft on the tarmac, fuel tanks, stockpiles of supplies, and radar systems. It has almost become a 'cannon' in the hands of infantry, a truly formidable weapon, a man's weapon among men"
Speaking, he pushed the gun towards Zhao Wuji and began to explain its usage on the spot, detailing the function of each component, how to pull back the bolt, how to fire, and how to aim, providing a brief explanation for each. He then added: "Brother Wuji, your archery skills are exceptional; shooting is similar to archery in that it emphasizes the unity of the individual and the gun. The only difference is that while archery can involve throwing and arcing, bullets cannot curve."
"Please tell me," Zhang Peng quickly asked
When hunters go out to hunt, they emphasize coordination and command. Zhao Wuji certainly understands that military operations are akin to hunting; one cannot act recklessly and must follow orders. Here, among the officials, Zhang Peng holds the highest rank, so it is only natural to heed Zhang Peng's commands
Zhao Wuji's excitement surged once again, as he nodded happily, adjusted his posture, aimed at the target once more, and pulled the trigger. With a loud bang, Zhao Wuji saw through the black-and-white scope that the target's head had burst open like a watermelon, with red and white splattering and flying through the air
Zhao Wuji once again aimed the sniper rifle's scope at an enemy. This time, having prepared mentally, he channeled his internal energy to his shoulder, controlled his breathing, and treated it as if he were shooting an arrow, resulting in another headshot.
As everyone leaned out to look, they saw that the helicopter above the canyon had finished its mission and was preparing to return. However, the return route was directly over their position, which meant that it would definitely be spotted by the enemy aircraft
Regarding knowledge of firearms, to be honest, Zhao Wuji is not very interested. This point can be seen from Zhao Wuji's reaction. Zhang Peng guessed that what Zhao Wuji might be interested in is how to shoot, so he explained in simple terms: "A sniper, simply put, is someone who lies in wait at a distance, takes a headshot, eliminates the target, and leaves immediately after completing the mission"
Zhang Peng glanced at Zhao Wuji, his eyes revealing a look of approval, and said: "You have good potential and even better talent. I will have Fengzi teach you well; he is the strongest among us in terms of sniping ability"
Of course, there are times when one misses, after all, the enemy is not a stationary target. However, this is not important and does not matter. With true strong warriors like Zhang Peng in the army, the enemy will have to pay a heavy price if they wish to approach. Zhao Wuji, on the other hand, seems a bit like a playful child, happily engrossed in playing his favorite game.
When everyone hears that it is just a minor skirmish, their interest wanes significantly, but they quickly become excited again, as it is certainly better than not engaging at all
After Zhao Wuji leaped like a fish and settled beside him, Zhang Peng clapped his hands and said: "Brother will teach you something. This is the AMR-style 15mm sniper rifle. This rifle uniquely adopts a bullpup design, shortening the overall length of the weapon. To achieve greater kinetic energy, the rifling in the barrel has been eliminated, and its magazine capacity is 5 rounds, with the option to use the under-development 8-round or 10-round magazines."
"Do you mean to engage in a fight? Inflict some wounds on the enemy and then summon the beasts to assist us?" Zhang Peng asked for confirmation, "But the beasts do not recognize people and could also bring us trouble."
"Isn't it refreshing?" Binzi jokingly remarked
"Alright, let's do it. If anyone dares to chase me, I will definitely knock out their teeth," Zhang Peng said fiercely. It was evident that the pursuit he had faced in recent days had indeed left him with a belly full of resentment
Zhang Peng, with his eyes observing all directions and ears listening to all sounds, saw Zhao Wuji lying on the ground looking quite bored, with a blade of grass in his mouth, appearing very content. From time to time, he would steal glances at everyone's sniper rifles, his eyes flashing with a hint of envy and curiosity. Unable to help but chuckle, he said: "Brother Wuji, come here"
A tremendous recoil caused Zhao Wuji's body to tremble involuntarily, and a wave of pain spread throughout his shoulder. Zhang Peng looked at Zhao Wuji with a friendly smile and asked, "How is it? Is it powerful enough?"
Zhao Wuji listened attentively, taking notes one by one. Soon, he spotted the shadow of the target through the sniper scope. Following Zhang Peng's instructions, Zhao Wuji aligned the crosshairs with the head of a man who appeared to be an officer. His hand trembled slightly with excitement, so he quickly took a deep breath to steady his heartbeat, waiting for the command
The helicopter swept over everyone's heads, and not a single bullet was fired, yet no one dared to take chances. It was certain that they were discovered, as everyone was at the top of the peak, which was completely bare, leaving no place to hide.
Gangzi looked ahead with a cheerful smile and shouted, "Brother Wuxi, well done, that shot just now had great power"
Half an hour later, a vast expanse of undulating forest appeared ahead, shrouded in mist and clouds. The forest was serene yet filled with an endless chill, and that seemingly tranquil forest was undoubtedly a primordial beast capable of devouring everything.
After several rounds of gains, everyone has made considerable acquisitions, with each person carrying a sniper rifle and an AK47 for assault, as well as a significant amount of grenades and ammunition, making for a well-equipped group
Being pursued by a large number of troops from behind is certainly not a trivial matter, as it easily exposes everyone's position and combat intentions. Zhang Peng furrowed his brows, watching Zhao Wuji running ahead, barefoot and seemingly unafraid of the stones and other sharp objects underfoot. Suppressing his curiosity, he asked, "Brother Wuji, do you have any way to shake them off?"
No one expected that the neighboring country would take such a hardline stance, even mobilizing its military. Is this a declaration of war? Gangzi began to curse, "Damn it, do they really think highly of me? Am I going to kill your entire family? Or am I going to take out your president? What a grand display."
Upon entering the forest, Zhao Wuji slowed his pace and said to everyone: "This is my private garden, just follow in my footsteps."
After walking for a short while, I heard shouts coming from behind, clearly indicating that the enemy was in pursuit. From the sound, there were quite a few of them. Although they were an ordinary army, they were several levels below special forces, yet a hero cannot withstand the numbers, a fierce tiger cannot resist a pack of wolves, and a good man cannot withstand desire. Is it not? The implication is that it could lead to loss of life
The venue was quickly selected, and everyone was a soldier, understanding how to utilize the terrain and how to protect themselves while striking the enemy as effectively as possible. Binzi, the demolition expert, was to set up some arrangements, such as placing a few deceptive mines and burying some landmines. However, he was pulled back by Zhang Peng, as the intention of this operation was merely to eliminate a few individuals; there was no need to create such a large-scale operation. With limited weapons, it was better to conserve them for later use.
The great battle is about to break out, and several individuals have disengaged the safeties of their sniper rifles, lying motionless on the ground like wooden figures, intently and powerfully gazing ahead. Truly, they are the elite of the military, instantly entering a state of combat readiness.
"Not good, helicopter," Fengzi suddenly exclaimed in surprise
Just escaped from the tiger's mouth, only to enter the wolf's den. Everyone could only smile wryly.