Chapter 002: Oh no, I have been targeted by a wolf

Weiss quickly took out the binoculars from his backpack

Lift your spirits, strap on your backpack, fasten your belt, level your hunting rifle, and march forward briskly

This is terrible

Weiss was left with a big question mark in his mind

The large polar bear did not feign death; it appeared to be moving because several other white-furred animals were gnawing at its carcass.

Mental vitality 4.5 / 4.8

However, when he took out the telescope to observe carefully, he could not find that flame representing hope at all

After the snowfall, he advanced for about forty to fifty meters, directly facing two snow hills and a slope. Each of the two snow hills, approximately twenty meters high, had a white wolf on top. The slope between the snow hills was gentle, making it easy to traverse, but Weiss felt that those two cunning beasts were likely planning to flank him as he crossed the slope. Therefore, he took a deep breath and gathered all his strength to charge towards the left snow hill.

At this moment, Weiss was very curious about how he had avoided them on the way he came. However, apart from the instinct to recognize words and characters, he had inherited almost no memories or skills from this host.

A gust of cold wind blew by, and Weiss couldn't help but rub his hands together. Suddenly, he remembered how thick the fur of that great white bear looked. He had narrowly escaped from its jaws, yet he had completely forgotten to take some of its fur as a keepsake. Moreover, that thing could probably fetch a good price once he returned to the city

I hope that the exceptionally large polar bear can provide these wolves with several hearty meals, so they will not have to rush to seek and hunt for new prey

Weiss was both shocked and angry: "What the hell, just because the tiger doesn't show its power, do you think I'm a mascot?"

It seems that traversing the Monamolin Mountain Range on foot will likely take at least seven or eight days

I found a sheltered spot to take a short rest, had something to eat, drank a few sips of water, and then pulled out the map to examine it closely. According to the handwritten markings on the map, there are three supply points within the Monamolin Mountain Range, which are estimated to be snow houses built specifically for climbers. I had already visited two of them on my way here. The closest one is marked with the number "9", the farther one is marked as "8", and there is another one that I have not passed by, marked as "4"

Weiss squinted his eyes, and after a moment, a red square appeared in his line of sight

Regaining stability, I focused my gaze, only to find that the snow mound to my right was once again completely empty

Before he could think much, a disturbing rustling sound came from behind him

Unfold the map, turn on the flashlight, and compare the surrounding terrain to identify the location, only to find that I do not know where I am.

Indeed, the individual combat capability of this white wolf is far inferior to that of the polar bear, but it excels in agility and operates in groups, coordinating with one another

Suddenly turning around, I saw two clusters of greenish glow "floating" on the snow mound about twenty to thirty meters away

Was it just an illusion caused by my own failing eyesight?

Action speed 12.9 - 41.0

The reason is simple: wolves are social animals, skilled in teamwork, and are more cunning and ferocious than bears

As much as one might wish, if we were to truly provide our classmate Wei Si with a Type 79 sniper rifle and 200 rounds of ammunition, at least half of that ammunition would need to be used to improve his shooting skills. After four years in school and three years since graduation, his experience with live-fire shooting remains in the single digits. Moreover, he has only used the Type 56 semi-automatic rifle and the Type 81 automatic rifle provided by the armed forces. This limited experience is insufficient for him to quickly transition from being an ordinary civilian to a remarkably stylish snow hunter with no friends after acquiring a weapon. His experience with live-fire shooting remains in the single digits, and he has only used the Type 56 semi-automatic rifle and the Type 81 automatic rifle provided by the armed forces. This limited experience is insufficient for him to quickly transition from being an ordinary civilian to a remarkably stylish snow hunter with no friends after acquiring a weapon.

Come on

The alarming thing is that the howls, rising and falling, are sounding increasingly closer

After resting for about ten minutes, Weiss continued on his journey. Out of respect for the wolf pack, he walked for more than three hours without stopping

Expanding the observation range, it was discovered that several animals, which could tentatively be referred to as wolves, were approaching from nearby. Weiss had just counted the ammunition: 6 rounds on his belt, 12 rounds in his backpack, and an additional 2 rounds loaded in the chamber, totaling 20 rounds of ammunition. If he could achieve perfect accuracy, driving away a pack of wolves should not be a problem. However, the wolves would never stand still and accept their fate; once they attacked in unison, a single shotgun and twenty rounds of ammunition would not be sufficient for survival

Weiss let out a roar and thought to himself: Even if I cannot escape death today, I must die with dignity!

As a light weapons researcher at the largest military museum in the country, Wei Si has far more opportunities to encounter various firearms than the average person. These include the old shotgun, Hanyang-made rifles, Mauser pistols, Huajiguan, Maxim machine guns, Zhongzheng rifles, Tommy guns, Type 38 rifles, the "bent handle" rifle, water-cooled machine guns, large eight-round rifles, Type 53 rifles, Type 56 rifles, Type 63 self-loading rifles, Type 79 sniper rifles, and Type 81 rifles, which were all equipped by our military in the last century. Although he has not yet reached the level of being able to disassemble and assemble them with his eyes closed, he is already well-versed in their structural principles.

Looking again at the snow hill across, it is surprisingly empty. Damn it, could it be that the beast rolled directly behind the snow hill after being hit by the shotgun? Or did I just miss my shot?

Wait, the polar bear seems to be moving

I have seen a ghost!

There is no other choice but to travel through the night until reaching Supply Point 9

As the armed individual approached step by step, the white wolf standing on the snow-covered hill surprisingly did not hide or flee, nor did it rush or howl, subtly exuding an air of contemptuous majesty. Perhaps in this snowy realm, the wolf has remained at the pinnacle of the food chain for countless millennia, thus developing such a haughty demeanor

On this relatively open snowy hill, Weiss paused for a moment, adjusted his breathing, loaded his bullets, and looked around: there were no large trees nearby, nor even any decent vegetation; there were, however, three or four prominent boulders. Wolves should not be able to climb up, but the tops of the boulders were smooth, making it likely that even sleeping would be quite difficult. Would it be a good idea to stay up there until dawn?

Referring to the recent amount of food consumed, Weiss calculated the provisions in his pockets and backpack, estimating that he could last for another four or five meals, which should be sufficient to reach the nearest supply point, No. 9. A mountaineering sleeping bag was draped over the backpack, suitable for camping in the wild, but spending the night outdoors in such an environment would likely be quite uncomfortable

It is no wonder that even when aiming and firing with a shotgun that has a larger coverage area, there is only a small probability of hitting a vital point. After this feint, Weiss's lips curled slightly, his left leg bent, his right foot straightened, his upper body leaned forward, his breath held, his mind free of distractions, and the gun's sight closely followed the "phantom steps" of the white wolf, perfectly pulling the trigger at the right moment

Driven by curiosity and reluctance, Wei Si rushed up the snow hill in one breath. Upon seeing the bloodstains on the snow, his heavy heart finally welcomed a ray of sunlight. However, looking around, there was no trace of the white wolf within a radius of several dozen meters. Was it that the wolf was not injured enough? Or was there another heart-stopping situation?

Draw the gun, aim, and fire in one smooth motion. However, before I could even applaud my own impressive action, I found myself on an uphill slope, not standing firmly enough. As I absorbed the recoil, I stumbled slightly, nearly rolling down the hill

Weisi is typically a decisive person who handles tasks promptly and pays bills without hesitation. In this life-and-death situation, he does not allow himself the luxury of second-guessing or indecision. He steels himself, kneels on one knee, removes his backpack, quickly retrieves the ammunition box, takes out the bullets, and methodically fills the bullet loops on his belt. He then takes the ice axe from the strap at his back, weighs it in his hand, returns it to its place, and takes a couple of swigs from his water bottle. He steels himself, kneels on one knee, removes his backpack, quickly retrieves the ammunition box, takes out the bullets, and methodically fills the bullet loops on his belt. He then takes the ice axe from the strap at his back, weighs it in his hand, returns it to its place, and takes a couple of swigs from his water bottle

Could it be that ... ? ... these fellows devoured such a large polar bear in one sitting? Or is it that this area is teeming with packs of wolves?

Startled, he raised his gun and fired

Continuously adjusting the direction with a compass along the way, I should not get lost, right

Less than half a mile away, a white wolf suddenly leaped out from the snow hill to the right front, only about ten meters away from Weiss

As I was pondering in my mind, I suddenly heard a low, deep howl of a beast, causing all the hairs on my body to stand on end

As Weiss stopped on a snow hill to drink water, a vague white shadow flashed by in his field of vision

Although it is a pair of binoculars with considerable magnification, it is sufficient to clearly observe scenes several hundred meters away

Therefore, for a novice like him, who lacks professional skills and sufficient experience, it is a wise choice to select the double-barreled shotgun when presented with both a double-barreled shotgun and a semi-automatic sniper rifle.

The large-caliber shotgun immediately emitted a deafening roar, accompanied by a mournful cry reminiscent of a canine suddenly struck hard.

If I had a Type 79 sniper rifle equipped with a night vision scope and twenty magazines, Wei Si thought fiercely, I would ensure that all the wild wolves lost in this snowy realm would be eliminated overnight

Looking around, five or six wolf shadows appeared on the snow-covered hills, both near and far

Biological Function 3.6 / 3.6

Combat potential 7.4 - 24.9

In fact, having been in a desperate situation earlier, he fired two shots at a critical moment, and his right chest was painfully jolted by the gunstock. After reloading the bullets, he discovered that the specifications of the bullets were larger than those of the shotgun bullets he had previously encountered, and the barrel was particularly thick and heavy. The close-range lethality was estimated to be no less than that of a small-caliber machine gun—had he not seen that his palm, arm, pants, and shoes were all of relatively normal sizes, he would have certainly thought he had entered a world where everything was magnified!

So be it, regardless of whether that shot hit the beast that was following, Weiss thought, at least the gunfire could instill some fear in those creatures. Before exhausting his ammunition, he must find a relatively safe place, such as a sufficiently sturdy tree or a rock that is difficult for beasts to climb, and wait until dawn to devise a plan.

Equivalent protection 6.3 - 8.5

However, after seven to eight hours of continuous trekking, physical stamina has significantly declined, and the pace of progress is much slower than before

Looking around, although no trace of the wolf was seen, it was evident that there was no place nearby where one could safely spend the night

With a loud bang of the gunshot, my ears were actually ringing, and I was pushed back a considerable distance by the recoil...

Thinking of this, Weiss turned to look at the foot of the mountain. In the vast expanse of white snow, the bloodstained patch was particularly conspicuous

The sky gradually darkened, yet it was not completely black; a large, disc-like bright moon hung above the mountain peak, casting a soft, hazy, and slightly beige light upon the earth, transforming the steep, sprawling, and primordial snow-capped mountains into a breathtaking picture

Weiss was taken aback, as it is said that encountering wolves in the wilderness snowfields is often even more perilous than encountering bears

Is that Supply Point 9

In the face of a ferocious beast, a quicker action by one second increases the chance of survival by one point

Open the bolt, eject the cartridge, and load the bullet

Just as he was about to fall into despair, he suddenly caught sight of a faint light ahead.

Weiss was angry, but he remained composed. From a distance of about ten meters from the wolf, he shouted, "Get away!" and smoothly raised his gun, preparing to shoot. The wolf, however, nimbly leaped to the side, moving almost two meters in an instant without any warm-up or running start

Breathlessly climbing to the top of the slope, I gazed eastward, where my sight was filled with the undulating snow-capped mountains, and only in the far distance could a faint brownish hue be discerned

Weiss, deep in thought, stealthily climbed over the ridge and then hurried eastward until his legs felt like lead, forcing him to stop and catch his breath beside a dead tree. Taking advantage of the break, he broke off a few dry branches to sweep away his footprints and cut two pieces of sausage to throw into a hollow by the roadside. He then cautiously observed the situation behind him with binoculars, finding nothing unusual. However, he still felt some concern: against the backdrop of the polar bear, the wolves appeared inconspicuous. If one were to escape the illusions brought by the senses and rationally calculate the proportions of the two, it would not be difficult to discover that these white wolves were even more robust than the strongest adult, which suggested they would be formidable opponents

Wolf

Weiss observed his surroundings while familiarizing himself with the reloading action