Chapter 259: Chief of Staff’s Phone Call
Translator: Dragon Boat Translation Editor: Dragon Boat Translation
Pu!
Pul”
The muffled sounds of the 88 sniper rifle echoed continuously.
One shot after another. In less than a minute, the remaining nine bullets were all spent.
Including the first shot, the results were as follows: one shot with eight rings, three shots with nine rings, and six shots with ten rings.
His performance was impressive, but it still fell short of being deemed a true sniper, let alone a skilled one.
With his eyes fixed on the sniper scope, Wang Ye scrutinized the impact points of the bullets.
In reality, he had been observing the bullet impact points to adjust his aim.
However, Wang Ye had to admit that this experience had shattered his sniper rifle dreams.
He had maxed out his Rifle Shooting skill, even though his Sniper Rifle skill was only recently acquired, and he hadn’t allocated any points to it yet. Fie hadn’t even gained proficiency from the last nine shots.
Nonetheless, rifle shooting and sniper shooting shared similarities in terms of firearm control.
His hands and body remained steady.
Wang Ye was confident that his shooting fundamentals were impeccable.
He also aligned the crosshair of the sniper scope to the 300-meter target with precision. At the moment of firing, he made no errors.
However, the unfortunate reality was that, even when he corrected for the bullet s impact point, there was always some degree of deviation. The landing point of the bullet’s trajectory consistently diverged from his expectations.
Wind speed?
The wind was approximately at level three on the shooting range today, but it remained consistent without fluctuations.
As for other variables, he was firing consecutively. There was no room for significant changes between the first and second shots.
The only aspect to consider was the rifle1 s accuracy.
Indeed, Wang Ye was confident that the rifle possessed the capability for ten-ring accuracy.
However, the target’s ten-ring had a diameter of ten centimeters. Wang Ye’s confidence extended to merely hitting within the ten-ring but not precisely controlling the trajectory.
In other words, precise shooting did not equate to hitting a specific point.
What kind of sniper rifle was this? It hardly conformed to Wang Ye’s concept of a sniper rifle.
Haha, don’t look so constipated!”
At this moment, Wu Jianfeng, squatting nearby, observed Wang Ye s perplexed expression. He chuckled and patted Wang Ye’s shoulder.
Sniper 88 isn’t actually a high-precision sniper rifle. They call it a sniper rifle but in reality, it’s meant for accurate elimination of targets within the scope’s range.”
Wu Jianfeng paused briefly before continuing with a smile, “In a true battlefield situation, Sniper 88’s accuracy is limited to targets within 100 to 200 meters.
If you go beyond that range, you might as well be using your body as the target!”
lie paused again, then added, “To be honest, even within a 300-meter radius, 1 can only guarantee that the bullet’s margin of error is within a 3-centimeter radius. It won’t hit exactly where you aim. For example, if you place a coin there, I can’t assure a 100% hit rate.
It’s not an issue with your skills, but rather a limitation of the rifle!”
Alright then!
Wang Ye smiled wryly. As he prepared to stand, Wu Jianfeng held him back.
Why the rush? Keep shooting. Keep getting familiar with the scope. Recall what 1 taught you earlier. Give me the magazine; I’ll help you load the bullets!
Zhou Qi brought out a total of 50 rounds.
He had fired ten shots earlier, leaving him with forty rounds.
Okay!
Wang Ye didn’t hesitate. His determination to outperform Wu Jianfeng was fueling his eagerness to continue shooting.
Geez, the godfather is truly a godfather. Look at the company commander, helping him load the bullets. I might only muster up the courage to ask Old Wu for this kind of treatment before I retire this year!”
He he, you can give it a try and see if Old Wu can beat you to death!
Towards the rear of the sniper range, some top-notch soldiers couldn’t help but be intrigued by Wang Ye’s sniping performance. Naturally, they had also witnessed his shooting.
Hmm… they weren’t exactly astonished. In fact, some of them were thinking, “Is this it?”
Of course, these thoughts remained internalized, and no one dared to voice them aloud.
At 300 meters, the last few shots, each shot hitting the ten-ring. Among these spectators, only the precision marksmen in their midst could achieve such precision.
For the others, hitting the target was not something they could guarantee.
Company Commander, the Chief of Staff is on the line!”
Beside Wang Ye, Wu Jianfeng was in the midst of bullet pressing. Just as he was about to complete the process, a soldier with a military phone rushed over.
Hmm?
Wu Jianfeng’s heart skipped a beat at that moment. His initial thought was that Wang Ye’s sniping performance had reached the ears of the Chief of Staff, and now, someone was gearing up to make an audacious request.
Tell them 1 got injured from a ricochet bullet during target practice and had to be hospitalized!”
However, he quashed that notion with reason. After casting a glance at Wang Ye, he realized that Wang Ye had also turned his head to look at him through the sniper scope.
However, when he noticed the helplessness in Wu Jianfeng’s eyes, Wang Ye merely chuckled. He then redirected his attention to the scope, feigning interest.
There was little he could do in this situation, and it wasn’t within his purview to decline a request from the Chief of Staff.
After all, this Chief of Staff wasn’t the Division Headquarters’ Chief of Staff. A regimental commander from the same base and a Chief of Staff from a higher echelon were vastly different roles.
Chief, this is Wu Jianfeng…
Hmm? Alright…
Yes… I assure you, I’ll complete the mission!
At that instant, Wang Ye’s eyes once more left the scope.
This was because Wu Jianfeng’s tone was peculiar. His manner and attitude were clearly unrelated to Wang Ye.
Of course, if the Chief of Staff had uttered, “Give me Wang Ye,” then Wu Jianfeng’s brain would have been trapped in a door. In that case, he would have replied, “Sure,” and then promised to fulfill the mission.
Company Commander!”
Wang Ye promptly inquired after seeing Wu Jianfeng hang up the phone.
Stand up!
Wu Jianfeng’s expression grew serious. After Wang Ye had finished speaking, he looked at the military phone and stated, “Issue the order. Cease fire, and everyone assemble!”
At that moment, Wang Ye was slightly bewildered.
What was happening?
Did something big happen?
However, there was no time to inquire further at this moment, or rather, there wasn’t time to question anything. Wu Jianfeng had dashed off. As he ran, he shouted to the group of veterans who were observing, “Gather up quickly… Cease fire!”
Four consecutive orders. At this point, everyone was perplexed, unaware of what was unfolding.
Nevertheless, their movements were swift. Even Zheng Ke, who had been squatting with the new recruits in the pit swiftly joined his men in running out.
Soon, the entire company was assembled at the shooting range.
Class Monitor, what’s going on?”
A few individuals huddled together in one corner of the shooting range.
The shooting range guard, the former squad leader who had contacted the captain of the police investigation company, was also present.
But presently, he, too, was baffled.
lie couldn’t help but ponder what kind of unsavory idea Fu Wei had concocted to warrant such a massive mobilization.
But they promptly discerned that this wasn’t the case.
This realization dawned upon them after the entire company was gathered, and Wu Jianfeng made a solemn declaration.
Comrades, it s time to put ourselves to the test!”
Wu Jianfeng stood before them, his expression grave as he issued his declaration.
These words put the entire company on edge, including Wang Ye.
What did he mean?
Had something occurred?
Was it war?
That seemed unlikely. The skirmish with the border raiders had left them badly battered in the past.
Furthermore, the nation had evolved since then.
Under such circumstances, should anyone dare to confront their nation, it would be nothing short of lunacy.
Yet Wang Ye didn’t need to ponder this too long because Wu Jianfeng soon unraveled the mystery.
We’ve received orders from our superiors. A group of armed criminals attempted to breach the border. They were detected by our patrols, and following a brief firefight, four enemy combatants managed to escape.
We’ve been tasked with providing support. 1 hereby order everyone to prepare for actual combat!”
Wu Jianfeng didn’t mince words, and his announcement gripped the recruits once more.
Of course, some individuals were exhilarated.
Was it a real battle?
Having given less than their all during target practice, they were now preparing for real combat.
Could this be the opportunity to distinguish themselves?
Everyone dispersed to swiftly retrieve the magazines they had earlier turned in. Some rounds, already prepared, were stashed in their combat vests. Empty magazines were promptly unpacked and filled.
Over on the side, the support personnel who had already received their orders were also pitching in.
Class Monitor, what about my gun?” Wang Ye was still holding the Sniper 88.
He followed Zhou Qi and inquired.
Zhou Qi took a quick look and replied, “Just take it. If you don’t end up using it later, you can stow it on the armored vehicle!”
In Company Eight, the previous marksman had retired. If not for today’s shooting practice, the gun would likely have been relegated to the armory until a new marksman was chosen.
I’ll use it!”
Wang Ye swiftly responded.
Despite the rifle’s lackluster accuracy, it still surpassed the Type 95. Furthermore, it was equipped with a magnifying scope.
Lt would serve as a decent telescope!
Shortly thereafter, Wang Ye received a magazine for the 88 Sniper Rifle. Wu Jianfeng didn’t provide Wang Ye with the previous magazine.
This was the only one left.
However, Wang Ye also received a Type 95 magazine.
He was prepared to carry it with him for the mission. After all, it was his own weapon. While carrying an extra firearm was a burden, it seemed like they were indeed embarking on a real mission.
Having an extra gun would bolster his confidence.
A few minutes later, the entire company fell into formation once more.
This time, the formation had a distinct air of determination, unlike before.
The reason was that the weapons in their hands were completely different from before.
Previously, their weapons either had empty magazines or were loaded with blanks. During target practice, magazines were usually separated from the ammunition except when actively shooting.
But now, magazines were fully loaded.
Left face, target: parking lot, double time, march!
Without any unnecessary words, Wu Jianfeng issued the order, and the company began sprinting toward the armored vehicles.
Today, the Fourth Company hadn’t actually brought their backpacks and full equipment. They only had their firearms.
However, given the abrupt nature of the situation, the Fourth Company didn’t have the time to retrieve additional gear.
Moreover, for soldiers on a mission, firearms and ammunition were sufficient.