Chapter 6, When We Are Mixed Together

After the basic training concludes, there is a month of field training, which takes place in the valley south of the military academy, where there are dense forests and streams. Chen Tian and his companions live in marching tents, with very limited food supplies each day, primarily requiring them to forage for food themselves. Chen Tian is grouped with Thomas, Oli, and two other boys.

Unfortunately, Oli's strength has nearly reached its limit, while Chen Tian and Thomas are once again suspended in mid-air

Chen Tian lives in the upper bunk of Thomas and is also Oli's neighbor. The three of them quickly became close friends. However, Thomas, due to Chen Tian's special status and Oli's snoring, did not sleep well for the first few days. But children are, after all, children; once they became familiar with each other, they quickly forgot their respective identities. Thus, people often saw the son of a farmer, the son of a merchant, and a prince playing together all day long, eating together, bathing together, and even calling each other's names when they forgot to bring toilet paper... But children are, after all, children; once they became familiar with each other, they quickly forgot their respective identities. Thus, people often saw the son of a farmer, the son of a merchant, and a prince playing together all day long, eating together, bathing together, and even calling each other's names when they forgot to bring toilet paper...

Jiji, let go! Aolila cannot hold both of us! If you let go, you might still have a chance to be saved

Ah ... ...

Rigorous training is accompanied by strict daily life management. Every morning at 6:00 AM, when the wake-up call sounds, all trainees must immediately get up, perform morning exercises, and tidy their living quarters, then stand at attention respectfully, awaiting the arrival of the instructor. From personal attire and appearance to dormitory cleanliness, everything must be flawless. Next, they proceed to the dining hall for meals. Only after the command "Meal time" can they begin to eat. During meals, no loud talking is allowed. Meal time is limited to 20 minutes, and once the time is up, the meal is over. After breakfast, from 7:30 AM to 12:00 PM, classes are held without breaks. The total time for lunch and rest is only 50 minutes. In the afternoon, there are 2 hours of physical exercise. After dinner, there is a 50-minute break before evening study sessions begin. All students must turn off the lights and go to bed by 11:00 PM. Each night, they can only rest for 7 hours, and emergency roll calls often occur at night. Here, being clever or throwing tantrums is absolutely not allowed. Chen Tian has never had a noble temperament, so he quickly adapted. Thomas is an honest person, and this lifestyle is also relatively easy for him to adjust to. Only poor Oli often makes loud noises while eating or gets punished for not folding his blanket properly, resulting in being forbidden to eat. At such times, Chen Tian and Thomas always find ways to sneak him some food.

Oli quickly climbed onto a thicker branch at the edge and, at a critical moment, grasped Chen Tian's feet

What should we do? It seems quite dangerous! Although I am very hungry, it is better not to take the risk!" Oli shrank his head.

Completed! This thought was the only one that appeared in Chen Tian's mind

Hmm, hmm, delicious! I'm starving!

Thomas hung in mid-air, and behind him, Chentian on the large tree branch grabbed his hand. However, the child's strength was too small, and Thomas's hand began to slide down little by little

However, as they approached, they realized that this tree was growing on the edge of a cliff, and it was leaning outward. The branches bearing fruit were all extending over the cliff, and it seemed that this was precisely why some of the fruit had not been picked.

Rock-paper-scissors!

Thomas, hold on! Ah...

Oli ... ...

Chen Tian and Thomas were suddenly pulled up a considerable distance, and the three of them fell from the tree together. However, they landed solidly on the soil at the edge of the cliff, with Thomas's bottom right at the cliff's edge, but Chen Tian held onto him tightly without letting go.

Um... Oli was holding onto two people, his face turning bright red

"Alas! You all just love to make fun of fat people!" Oli mumbled

The first few weeks of entering the military academy consist of basic training, serving as a transitional phase to transform ordinary civilians into prospective soldiers. The first step is drill training, involving various marching exercises, repetitively walking in mechanical steps day after day. Many children suffer and are exhausted, tears streaming down their faces, yet they persist. Although Chen Tian has a psychological age greater than the others, his body is just as youthful as theirs. After each day of training, he feels sore and fatigued, collapsing onto his bed in the dormitory without moving, but he grits his teeth and endures just like everyone else. During these weeks, only a few children quietly left, burdened by their struggles.

Alright, starting today, we shall help each other, trust each other, and remain steadfast together

What! I have climbed every tree near our stable, here I come

At the Königsberg Military Academy, there exists a system of "honor" similar to that of West Point, which states that "no cadet shall lie, cheat, or steal, nor tolerate those who do." This is the primary method for cultivating loyalty and integrity among the cadets, fundamentally emphasizing "self-restraint and self-improvement." Any violation of school regulations is met with consequences ranging from minor penalties, such as demerits or extra drills, to severe measures, including confinement or expulsion.

Look at you, what are you afraid of? I will climb over and pick it! Aren't you very hungry? Something happened soon to fill your stomach. Chen Tian took off his shoes and prepared to climb up

Wuwuwu... I don't want anything to happen to you. Ever since I was little, everyone has laughed at me and refused to play with me! Only you care about me and take care of me! Wuwuwu...

"Shut up! We will be fine! Definitely!" Chen Tian gritted his teeth, hoping that Oli could pull them up, and Thomas felt the same sense of hope as they began to rise little by little

However, after Chen Tian and Thomas fell several centimeters, they stopped in mid-air

I am so hungry! If only there were bread and ham to eat right now!" Oli complained as he walked along.

Chen Tian, Oli, and Thomas successfully passed all assessments at the military academy

From the second academic year onwards, students must undergo various military training: infantry patrol, marching, light weapons shooting, hand-to-hand combat, mountaineering, swimming, first aid, wilderness survival, battlefield reconnaissance...

"Aopang, you have quite a bit of fat, so you should be able to endure hunger better! Why are you complaining of hunger so soon? Hurry up, or there will be no dinner!" Chentian walked at the front, teasing Aoli.

It is surprising to the instructors that the vast majority of the students who come here possess strong learning and comprehension abilities, and they generally perform exceptionally well in various ordinary courses. After all, in this era, children who can answer those few brain teasers are certainly not lacking in intelligence. However, in military training, some individuals adapt very well, while others perform quite average, and the situation regarding physical training is similar. Although this is merely a youth military academy, the requirements for military and physical training are not as strict as those in formal military academies and the army, yet after 6 years, still half of the students either drop out or are eliminated. In military training, some individuals adapt very well, while others perform quite average, and the situation regarding physical training is similar. Although this is merely a youth military academy, the requirements for military and physical training are not as strict as those in formal military academies and the army, yet after 6 years, still half of the students either drop out or are eliminated.

Thomas is getting closer and closer to those fruits, just a little bit more, but unfortunately the branches are still too slippery after the rain

"Look! It seems there are some fruits over there. Let's go pick them! At least we won't have to go hungry today!" Thomas said, pointing to a large tree not far away.

On an afternoon after the rain, the two boys were responsible for gathering firewood, while Chen Tian, Thomas, and Oli went to look for food

"Oh, Fatty, how did you get penalized again! Here, this is the bread I secretly left for you this afternoon"

Oli, well done, keep it up

Soon, the Königsberg Military Academy will officially commence its academic year. During the opening ceremony, Chen Tian invited Wilhelm II to deliver an encouraging speech, which greatly excited all the cadets of the academy. However, their arduous military training journey is about to begin.

Oli ... ...

Mutual trust, unwavering loyalty

Suddenly, the three individuals embraced their heads and began to cry. In that moment, Chen Tian felt that years of grievances and troubles surged forth with the tears, replaced by a sense of joyful trust.

Oli furrowed his brows, held his breath, and his eyes turned red

Oli ... ... got it! Chen Tian did not look back, but he knew it was naturally Oli.

Rock, Paper, Scissors ... ... Oh!

Just as Thomas's hand was about to slip away, Chen Tian reached out with his other hand, grasping him with both hands; however, he also lost his balance at the same time and began to slide down towards the tree.

Ah! My dear prince, let me go! I grew up climbing trees, this is nothing to me!" Thomas patted Chen Tian's shoulder and looked up at the fruits.

Every day at the military academy is spent in this strict and arduous life, with the only allowance for everyone to return home for one week each year during Christmas. Chen Tian's parents see him only this once a year, as he refuses to let them visit him privately at the academy. Each time he returns home, his parents notice significant changes in their child; he has grown taller, his physique has become sturdier, and his gaze has become increasingly resolute

The emotions of children are the truest, and the emotions expressed through tears are also the truest. Therefore, from this day forward, these three individuals worked hard together until they were very old. Even then, they would recount that story to their great-grandchildren: "Back in the day when we were all together..."

"Indeed, Fatty, you are so slow. By the time it gets dark, we won't be able to find any food! Do you want to spend the night with an empty stomach? If that happens, I won't be able to tell whether it's your stomach growling or snoring!" Thomas has also become accustomed to joking with Oli.

Ah ... ...

In the curriculum of the military academy, each cadet will study here for 6 years. In addition to receiving military training and physical conditioning, they will also study various general subjects, including mathematics, chemistry, history, geography, and more. Furthermore, according to Chen Tian's arrangement, each person can also choose to take one elective foreign language class each day, including English, French, and Chinese. Many people are puzzled as to why the military academy offers Chinese courses. Chen Tian explains that Asia is a market with significant potential for the future, and China, with its large population, is the most important part of this market. In fact, Chen Tian hopes that the commanders trained in the military academy will be able to help China enhance its military strength, no longer be bullied by foreign powers, and, if necessary, join forces with the German Empire, making the world tremble beneath their feet.