Chapter 7

Alright, after this one time, no one will dare to sleep while aiming again

That tall person should be called Tian Shu. I saw her last time when I went to get medicine, and I noticed her walking gait is definitely Tian Shu!

Later, Kuang Ming told me that at that time he and several instructors were joking around at the position in the back... This does not imply that the instructors were not serious; after all, they had already taught the essentials, and at a glance, the recruits were all aiming according to the instructions, so there was no need to stand in front and watch them closely

Therefore, sometimes aiming at a target can also be somewhat enjoyable

However, some habits from target practice inevitably carry over to the live-fire shooting range

When a person is sleeping soundly, a sudden jolt can cause an initial sensation that is not pain but rather a dizzying shock to the head, leaving one momentarily speechless.

At that time, we were all young, very young

So when Kuang Ming called me and Jiang Kuan to go with him to get the gun that day, I was filled with strength, my eyes shining with a green light; if it had been night, one would have seen a wolf!

Thus, after Kuang Ming kicked ten AKs, not a single brother could utter a sound to remind those brothers who were still in a hundred years of slumber

The gun had just arrived, and the novelty still held a certain appeal. I watched as a line of brothers each pulled their hat brims back, positioning themselves on the ground according to shooting principles, alternating between opening and closing their eyes as they aimed at the target, starting to compete. After all, there was a training round in the chamber, and the sound of the bolts being pulled echoed all around, reminiscent of a certain year when the Eighth Route Army was loading their rifles.

If you don't believe it, just look at how the Americans on the Vietnam battlefield discarded those M rifles and specifically picked up the AK series to use

Do not be deceived by the aesthetically pleasing designs of American light weapons, which seem to incorporate all sorts of advanced technology, as if a single automatic rifle could rival the power of a 155 mm howitzer. When it comes to close combat on the battlefield, it is still the AK series that proves to be robust and reliable

That guy, Jiang Kuan's giant grandson, has eyes even greener than mine

That is definitely not a woman but a girl. Although she is quite far away, just by looking at her figure, gait, and the vague outline of her face, one can tell that she is certainly not a family member visiting the team. She is definitely a female soldier from the sanitation team who has changed into civilian clothes to show off a bit.

Then Kuang Ming went up to take a look, wanting to say, who is this? Sleeping is one thing, but you even snore, as if you are afraid others don't know you are asleep

There is no way around it; you could say this is a misrepresentation from the movies of my childhood. In any case, the heroes in those films were all portrayed in this manner, and the feeling they evoked was undeniably masculine, absolutely impressive, and truly uplifting.

It was my first live-fire shooting! I was so excited that I could hardly contain myself, feeling like I was definitely a sharpshooter, a born hero. The sound of the gunfire was more thrilling than the firecrackers during the New Year celebrations, and I felt like a real man, having fired a gun myself!

In fact, if this anecdote were to be revealed, I estimate it would provoke a barrage of scorn from a group of brothers, especially if military personnel who have recently taken on minor official positions were to see it; they would surely rise in indignation and vehemently denounce me for spreading nonsense and tarnishing the reputation of the military

Oh, two wolves

That truly does not reveal the detestable aspects of Kuangming

When the pain starts to set in, tears and snot come pouring out, making it even harder to scream or shout. Each person looks at one another with tear-filled eyes, as if they have been attacked by a gas bomb, and in their hearts, they have already cursed that guy Kuang Ming to the ends of the earth

Each person has ten rounds of ammunition loaded in the magazine. The gun, like a * picture * on a bookshelf, is placed on the shooting platform. After running into position in the prone stance, they load the bullets and then one by one, they shout loudly, "Ready to shoot"

All the new recruits have come over, and who knows that none of the new recruits ever get enough sleep. Even while standing, they can snore loudly, let alone in such a comfortable position as lying down.

Moreover, although it is winter in Xinjiang, the morning and afternoon sun can indeed have a somewhat hypnotic effect when shining on one’s body while wearing a military cotton coat. After about an hour of aiming practice, I began to feel my eyelids getting heavy, as if someone in my mind was humming a lullaby, and before I knew it, I had rested my head against the gun and fell asleep.

It can be said that this new recruit simply lacks psychological resilience

At that time, each person had a gun in hand, and they began to disassemble the acquired firearms according to the method taught by Kuang Ming, meticulously cleaning each part until they could see their reflection. Then, they headed to the shooting range and started aiming at the targets.

Brothers who have played with or seen an AK should know that it is not an easy task to keep the magazine of the AK stable on the ground, especially when one has to rest their head on it to sleep, which is an even more challenging maneuver

Everyone has fallen asleep while aiming at the target

I cannot say that all the brothers turned their guns towards those two girls, but at least a few of the brothers around me definitely did not aim at the target, and I naturally am one of them

Regardless of what target one is aiming at, whenever there is a living being in front, the gun will inevitably be directed at that living creature instead of the intended target. Moreover, the feeling of pulling the trigger is truly one of tumultuous excitement, reaching a peak of restlessness.

I am just talking nonsense, merely to entertain everyone. Please do not take it seriously; I have already stated that everything I mentioned is complete nonsense

That short person should be the girl from Sichuan, and it seems that she is definitely the only one. Just look at that figure; apart from her, there is no other girl with a build resembling a T-34 tank.

In a class of ten people, all of them have their mouths open, drooling as if the Milky Way has fallen from the heavens, covering the gun barrel and bolt. Additionally, there is a strong individual who is sleeping while smacking his lips, probably dreaming of the weekend when he can enjoy a better meal of braised pork.

After a day of gazing, the novelty has worn off

But the problem is, the fly represents the ground, and the fly swatter symbolizes our nose, chin, and face

The instructors behind us probably also noticed those two girls and began to whisper among themselves, speculating about who they might be and suggesting that they should be the newcomers from the health team

Indeed, this target practice does provide a sense of focus for shooting, which will be very beneficial for future shooting training

Brothers, don't say that the 5 and 6 are old guns; it feels less exciting to engage with them, and they seem somewhat lacking in vigor.

Ten bullets were fired, but only five were produced; the other five flew off to the side, and that brother surnamed Zhang was then given the nickname—Zhang Ga!

That is a counterfeit Kalashnikov, which is the favorite of bandits around the world

Eventually, that brother truly became famous because of this shooting event

Isn't the AK all perked up then

It is indeed strange... That brother, although confused, managed to hit all five shots right on the ten-ring, and even scored two through-and-through hits, which is the standard double shooting method referred to in shooting competitions.

One day, shortly after dinner, we set up a target beneath the blazing clouds and then lay down on the ground to aim. A few instructors stood behind us, and since there was no commanding officer watching, two of the instructors lit cigarettes, smoked, and chatted to digest their food

It is just like with books

We have digressed again; let us return to the main topic.

When we practice aiming, it is not always at the shooting range; sometimes, we set up targets outside in the yard during our lunch break or in the evening. A group of new recruits lying on the ground and aiming also has its own charm

Originally, aiming at the target involves using a monocular sight to focus on the target, and it also requires attention to shooting techniques such as the three-point stance. Maintaining this posture for an extended period is indeed tiring and extremely monotonous

At first glance, it is evident that he is truly angry

Do you think this is sinister

A group of us recruits lay on the ground aiming at the targets, but we were all focused on the two girls in jeans until they were out of sight

Suddenly, two girls wearing jeans walked towards us on the road ahead.

When it comes to serving in the military, one must inevitably mention firearms

Thus, my brother Kuangming is someone who commands admiration and respect, yet he can also evoke deep-seated hatred

Before many brothers in uniform put on that green vest, their minds were filled with images of themselves standing in a horse stance, holding a machine gun, with flames and smoke behind them and the enemy, resembling a deer head and rat tail, in front. Then came a loud shout, preferably accompanied by the most impressive curse from their hometown, followed by a furious barrage.

Which one do you think looks better? I think although Tian Shu looks fair and pleasant to the eye, she may not necessarily be better as a wife than that girl from Sichuan. Moreover, I heard she has a boyfriend, who is Zhu, an advisor in the group

After receiving a kick, he immediately fell down. The brother who had his head resting on the gun barrel instantly made a comprehensive motion to swat a fly!

At that moment, several instructors were taken aback, but they all found it amusing

I remember that one of my brothers beside me might have been too excited, and he hadn't forgotten the habit of aiming. He actually fired a shot, pulled the bolt, and treated the AK like a Type 38 rifle, going all out!

Let us speak of the first live-fire exercise

The instructor over there shouted to start shooting, and the brothers below began to create a clamor of gunfire.

Several veterans engaged in nonsensical chatter, both frivolous and serious, indulging in a moment of enjoyment for the eyes and the palate

After signing in, I carried ten submachine guns, caliber 5.56, and walked back.

We aimed at those two girls, under the blazing clouds of fire, we targeted those two girls who were the same age as us. I even fired at them, although I knew that the bullets in my chamber were training rounds, I still pulled the trigger

Hehe, didn't you see that I made it clear in the first sentence of my opening?

I was staring at those two girls in jeans, focusing on their heads, but I was certain that the guy next to me, Jiang Kuan, was definitely eyeing their backsides or chests, drooling and muttering words like grand, huge, enormous, and great...

He quietly approached the front of the gun, and with a swift kick, struck the side of the barrel.

How could there be a habit of firing the Type 38 rifle if it weren't for the character Zhang Ga in "Little Soldier Zhang Ga"

You saw the soldiers dozing off while aiming; you could have just kicked them awake. Alternatively, why not take that guy for a five-kilometer walk to refresh and invigorate him?

Hehehe, Zhu, the advisor, is a height of 1.87 meters, and his build resembles that of a bear. With that physique pressing down, how could Tian Shu not turn into a photograph? Who on earth orchestrated this misfortune for them?

The sound of the bolt being pulled and the click of the gunshot around me merged into one

I wonder if the brothers who have served in the military or have some understanding of firearms share the same sentiment

Suddenly, I heard someone among the brothers lying down let out a snore that was at least at the level of C major

It was not only I who achieved this that year; many brothers also accomplished it