Chapter 7, Trust

Fight side by side! The morale of the entire team suddenly soared, and everyone perked up, staring intently at the wolves ahead

Night has fallen, and Chen Tian and the others are still facing off against the wolf pack

Chen Tian felt that his hands and feet were icy cold and had become completely numb, but he managed to lead everyone through it, which gave him a great sense of accomplishment

"No way, what could there be?" Oli closely followed behind them

At that moment, Thomas and Ollie ran over, lifted Chen Tian, and shouted loudly

Long live Prince William! Long live!

Twenty years later, within the officer corps of the East Prussian Legion, it was precisely due to the mutual trust and tacit cooperation among this group of individuals that the East Prussian Legion became the most combat-effective unit in the German army

When the first ray of sunlight pierced through the trees and illuminated the group of youths, it was as if they had glimpsed the gates of heaven, and a hint of a smile finally appeared on their weary faces

We should all remember today! Today, we fought side by side for the first time. It is precisely because we trust each other that we were able to persevere until the end! It is important to know that if even one person had fled, we might all have perished. However, we held on, which shows that we can trust each other! We should always remember today and the trust we have between us!

After a while, Chen Tian and the others arrived at that small clearing, where there was still a little bit of sunlight.

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The wolf pack did not immediately pounce; the first few wolves cautiously approached to within two or three meters, standing there and watching the group of people.

There is also this side ! ''

"Look over there! It's over there!" Suddenly, a student exclaimed.

Perhaps it is a wolf, perhaps it is a bear! Wolves tend to prefer meatier options!" Thomas looked around.

Ah! Wolf! Another student also exclaimed!

The wolf pack attempted to charge several times, but was repelled by the bayonets.

We have finally made it through

The wolf pack howled once and disappeared into the depths of the forest

Others also rushed over to join them, and Chen Tian was tossed into the air time and again. They were as joyful as if they had won a great battle

Wū ... ...

Wū ... ...

Although this team is not large in number, each member is full of spirit as they march forward with their still somewhat youthful chests. They carry the 1888 Mauser rifle on their backs, which is the first rifle adopted by the imperial army to use smokeless powder. Despite its high cost and some performance shortcomings, the military academy decided to use this relatively advanced rifle as a training weapon. Since this is merely a routine marching exercise, they are not equipped with ammunition; each person carries only a bayonet, a water bottle, and the distinctive backpack of the German army.

However, the only instructor in this team is now standing there, looking bewildered and at a loss.

After crossing the valley, they only need to pass through a forest to reach a village, where they will have dinner before returning to the military academy along the main road overnight

"Instructor, what happened?" Chen Tian walked over and asked

Believe

Yes, Your Highness

It seems that the atmosphere here is rather off ! It's a pity we weren't allowed to bring bullets ! Otherwise, what would we have to fear ! '' Chen Tian shrugged his shoulders

The calligraphers of the Great Harmony sat on the ground, stretching their already stiff necks and limbs

There is also this side ! ''

Wū ... ...

Everyone looked in the direction he pointed. In the darkness, one by one, green dots appeared, increasing in number and drawing closer...

Oh no! It hurts so much!

Chen Tian could sense that there were people around him trembling with fear

Do not be afraid, everyone! This is just a group of beasts! We are from Königsberg, from East Prussia, and we are the finest youth of the entire German Empire! Trust in the rifles and bayonets in your hands, trust in the comrades behind you! We fight side by side!

On an afternoon in the autumn of 1895, with light rain falling from the sky, a group of boys dressed in gray military uniforms was marching through a winding valley in the eastern suburbs of Königsberg. This was the final outcome of the first cohort of the Königsberg Military Academy for Boys, consisting of a total of twenty-four students, including Chentian, who was 13 years old, Thomas, who was 14, and Oli, who was also 13, along with 21 other boys aged between 13 and 17. They were about to complete their final semester of study before all being recommended for admission to the Imperial Royal Army Academy.

We encountered a wolf pack at hetushu.com, and Chen Tian let out a deep sigh

"The front row crouch down, the back row hold the bayonets horizontally!" Chen Tian instructed everyone to form a formation of infantry to defend against cavalry, and then wait for the appearance of the "enemy"

Believe ... ...

As night deepened, Chen Tian and the others grew increasingly fatigued, their eyelids constantly battling against each other, and they began to stand less steadily, with some starting to sway.

Wolves are supposed to be afraid of fire, but after it has just rained, it is likely very difficult to light a torch, how frustrating!

Stop! The instructor instructed everyone to halt, as the surrounding animals suddenly began to panic and scatter. After a while, the once lively forest fell silent, and with dusk approaching, the light within the woods began to dim.

It seems that some dangerous animals have appeared, and all the little animals are hiding! Thomas nudged Chen Tian's arm.

Everyone, hold on! As long as we wait until dawn, we will be fine! Right now, we have no way out; if even one person escapes, a gap will appear, and everyone will be in danger! I believe we can make it and keep fighting on. Do you believe it?

The sky quickly darkened

Gradually, the rain ceased, and in the *illustrated* forest, various animals occasionally leaped out from the bushes, only to jump into another thicket. Birds sang joyfully overhead, and it seemed that humans rarely disturbed this place. ... On the surface, it appeared vibrant and full of life, yet beneath it lay a hidden aura of menace ...

Everyone listen up, I will be in command here! Everyone run forward to that open space ahead! Chen Tian issued the command succinctly

Uh, Your Highness, it seems we have encountered some kind of beast! However, I have never faced such a situation before! This..." The instructor looked at Chen Tian, becoming even more anxious!

Everyone, do not panic! Hold the bayonets in the front row horizontally, and in the back row, hold them at a downward angle. Everyone, try to gather closely! At this moment, Chen Tian can only hope that their bayonets can fend off the pack of wolves

Alright, I will take charge here now! Chen Tian felt that this instructor was probably just here to collect a paycheck, as if he had never seen any real action before; he should be dismissed as soon as we return!

Twenty-five people huddled closely together, forming a very small circle

Everyone, take out your bayonets, form two lines, and then encircle!" Chen Tian commanded while drawing out his bayonet.

The wolf pack howled in a rising and falling chorus