The First Pest > Chapter 69 Misunderstood Again...

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  Seeing Xia Xingxiao following Sun Shiyue, Zhao Zhi's expression was clearly somewhat puzzled. On the bodies of Sun Shiyue and others, there were traces of intense battles everywhere. Xia Xingxiao's body also had many battle scars. To say that Sun Shiyue participated in the battle, Zhao Zhi did not have any doubts. However, Zhao Zhi could not believe that Xia Xingxiao also participated in the battle.

  He's just a lowly third-rate soldier, yet he participated in the battle? Doesn't he know that even a random desert bandit could cut him down with one slash? A cultivator like him is 100% cannon fodder on the battlefield! What's even more bizarre is that not only did he participate, but he also managed to survive. Looking at his appearance, it seems he's doing quite well, bouncing around full of energy.

  "Hey, Old Sun, what's going on?" Zhao Zhi asked with a puzzled face as he looked at Xia Xingxiao. Xia Xingxiao walked past him without any expression, as if he hadn't seen Zhao Zhi at all. Of course, he also didn't see Zhang Bo and Lin Fei.

  "Heh heh, Captain, we clashed with the Sand Bandits and killed a few hundred of them." Sun Shiyue said casually, his face revealing an uncontrollable hint of pride. No way around it, this achievement was indeed too astonishing, anyone would find it hard to conceal their excitement.

  "What? Several hundred sand thieves?" Zhao Zhi's eyes widened in shock, as if he had been stuffed into a giant duck egg. No, two giant duck eggs. Zhang Bo and Lin Fei's expressions were like their mouths had been pulled open to the sides by someone, unable to return to normal.

  Good heavens, several hundred Sand Bandits? They actually killed several hundred Sand Bandits? If this sentence came from someone else's mouth, Zhao Zhi Lei would definitely take the other person as a madman. Perhaps, he would heavily knock on the other person's brain to wake them up. Because only a madman would say something so unthoughtful.

  Do you think the Sand Bandits are made of clay? Want to kill, just kill? Want to chop, just chop? And chopping a few hundred Sand Bandits is not bad either. Look at how many people, with blood boiling and fighting spirit, but in the end they didn't even chop one Sand Bandit, and instead got chopped themselves?

  But this sentence was spoken by Sun Shilei, and Zhao Zhilei couldn't help but half believe it. Because Sun Shilei gave people the feeling of being low-key and honest, as if he had never lied before. And the scars on their bodies showed that they had indeed been through a very brutal battle. Maybe they really did kill dozens of desert bandits?

  Killing hundreds of desert bandits is clearly impossible. So, Zhao Zhi Lei subconsciously compressed the number reported by Sun Shi Yue to one-tenth of the original. He estimated that with their strength, killing dozens of desert bandits was still possible. As for more, it's absolutely impossible. There's also Xia Xing Xiao, a burden in their team! They have to fight and protect Xia Xing Xiao at the same time, so being able to kill dozens of desert bandits is already very good!

  "Xia Xingxiao, how did you also run to the front? Playing the piano randomly! Undisciplined and unorganized! Don't you realize that doing this is not only irresponsible to yourself, but also poses a serious threat to the safety of others? How much energy do they have to expend to protect you? Go to the rear now and stay there for me, don't run around!" Zhao Zhili stared at Xia Xingxiao, saying seriously.

  When the sand thieves attacked, Zhao Zhi and others were organizing the fifth squad, instilling in the new recruits the concept of military discipline and honor. This was a compulsory course for the army, and according to regulations, no one could be absent. However, two people from the fifth squad were missing. One was Song Haicheng, who was injured and hospitalized. The other was Xia Xinxiao, whose whereabouts were unknown.

  If it were someone else, Zhao Zhi might have sent someone to look for him. But as for Xia Xingxiao, this weirdo, he was at a loss. Who knew where this guy had gone? As for Xia Xingxiao's whereabouts, Zhao Zhi had always been unclear. Not only was he unclear, but no one in the fifth squad knew where Xia Xingxiao had gone either.

  Of course, Ma Peng is definitely clear. But does Ma Peng dare to tell the truth? He certainly doesn't. If he told the truth, not only would Xia Xingxiao find trouble with him, but Song Haicheng would also find trouble with him. Therefore, facing Zhao Zhi's inquiry, Ma Peng can only answer that he doesn't know.

  To be honest, as the captain of the fifth squad, Zhao Zhi Lei didn't have any preconceived notions about Xia Xing Xiao. He and Li Duo Cha were different, and he didn't have any personal grudges against Xia Xing Xiao. However, as a soldier and the captain of the fifth squad, Zhao Zhi Lei was indeed annoyed by Xia Xing Xiao's carefree and casual attitude.

  Soldiers should have the demeanor of soldiers, which is what Zhao Zhi Lei has always emphasized. In terms of surname and character, Zhao Zhi Lei's surname and character are a bit like Li Yu Ji. They are both the kind of military personnel who pursue upward momentum. They all want to do their own things well, establish more merits, and quickly enhance their strength. Therefore, they definitely look down on Xia Xing Xiao's alternative approach.

  Unfortunately, Zhao Zhi Lei couldn't be bothered to pay attention to Xia Xing Xiao. He was very clear that Xia Xing Xiao had already attracted the attention of many big shots. As a small team leader, he didn't need to get involved. As long as Xia Xing Xiao didn't do anything earth-shattering, Zhao Zhi Lei would pretend he hadn't heard or seen anything.

  However, Xia Xingxiao actually ran to the front line, and Zhao Zhilei couldn't just sit back and do nothing. This was no longer a problem with Xia Xingxiao himself, but a matter of combat discipline. With Xia Xingxiao's abilities, running to the front line would not only get him killed, but also drag others down with him. Causing others to sacrifice themselves for no reason was something Zhao Zhilei could not tolerate.

  "Ah..." Xia Xingxiao was suddenly shouted at by Zhao Zhilei and for a moment didn't react.

  The battle just now was so thrilling that he forgot the existence of the fifth squad. Now, being suddenly scolded by Zhao Zhi Lei, he felt a bit strange. He wanted to say that he had killed many sand thieves, but it seemed not very humble. It's better to be low-key as a person. However, if nothing is said, it seems that Zhao Zhi Lei's scolding was right.

  Actually, Xia Xingxiao didn't have any particular dislike for Zhao Zhilei, the small team leader, he just kept his distance. Relatively speaking, Zhao Zhilei was still quite fair in handling matters. Under his leadership, even Song Haicheng wouldn't dare to openly cause trouble for him, and could only secretly visit him. Moreover, when Song Haicheng got injured, most people could guess that it was Xia Xingxiao's doing, but Zhao Zhilei didn't investigate, pretending as if nothing had happened.

  It's likely that in Zhao Zhi Lei's eyes, Song Hai Cheng's behavior was also not very pleasing to look at. However, due to Song Hai Cheng's excellent cultivation index, Zhao Zhi Lei had a different view of him. Now, with Song Hai Cheng being hospitalized and severely delaying his cultivation time, Zhao Zhi Lei's appreciation for him has probably faded.

  If Zhao Zhi Lei was Yu Ji Le, then Xia Xing Xiao's anger would probably erupt again. However, Zhao Zhi Lei wasn't Yu Ji Le and couldn't be treated the same way. Xia Xing Xiao couldn't possibly get angry at everyone. If that were the case, it wouldn't be a lack of emotional intelligence but rather true brain damage. He could only force himself to explain: "Captain, I actually didn't delay their matters...... By the way, I also killed a few desert bandits......"

  Zhao Zhi Lei frowned and said: "Nonsense, speaking recklessly!"

  He wouldn't believe that Xia Xingxiao killed a few desert bandits. With his third-rate soldier's strength, in front of the desert bandits, it's estimated that even being cannon fodder would be the worst kind. Still killing desert bandits? This lieutenant hasn't even killed a few desert bandits!

  Li Yuzi was good at mediating, seeing Xia Xingxiao being scolded, he smiled and said: "Captain Zhao, actually, Xia Xingxiao really has some special skills, not only did she not hold us back, but also greatly helped us repel the desert bandits. The fact that we killed the desert bandits is true, we can all testify to it. If you don't believe me, ask Officer Sun."

  Zhao Zhili really turned his head and looked at Sun Shiyue, demanding that he give a clear answer.

  Sun Shiwei took a light breath, his face solemn, and said in a low voice: "Captain, the fact is indeed so. I know you find it hard to believe this is true. But that doesn't matter. The Sand Bandits will be here soon to kill us, and then you can see for yourself."

  Zhao Zhi Lei looked back at Xia Xing Xiao with a half-believing and half-doubting expression, his face slightly collecting some of the dissatisfaction, and said in a low voice: "If it's really like that, I take back what I said earlier."

  Talk is cheap, only action is true. Since Sun Shiyue brought the topic to actual action, Zhao Zhiyuan had to believe a little bit. Fighting against the sand thieves requires risking one's life. He believed that Xia Xingxiao wouldn't joke about his own life.

  Sun Shiwei beckoned Zhang Bo and Lin Fei to come over, instructing them: "You two, closely follow the captain. After Xia Xinxiao makes his move, you'll make yours. Remember, your actions must be swift, your strength must be fierce, and you must aim for a fatal blow. Absolutely do not drag out the time!"

  Zhang Bo and Lin Fei looked at each other, wanting to speak but hesitating. One move to kill? That's easy to say. With their strength, it's probably very difficult to kill Sha Tou with one move. Even Zhao Zhi Lei doesn't have the ability to kill with one move! You should know that Sha Tou's defensive abilities are all very strong.

  "Everyone, don't worry. When the Sand Thieves arrive, Xia Xingxiao will use his cold internal energy to freeze them all solid. Once frozen, their combat strength will decrease by at least 70%. Their bodies will also become very fragile and can be shattered with a single punch. Don't worry about your true energy being depleted, Xia Xingxiao will replenish it for us. Just be careful not to suffer heavy injuries. Ordinary wounds will also be treated by Xia Xingxiao."

  As soon as this was said, everyone's eyes focused on Xia Xingxiao. Zhao Zhi and Zhang Bo, Lin Fei, all had disbelieving looks in their eyes. They simply couldn't believe that Xia Xingxiao was so powerful. Freezing, healing, replenishing true energy - could one person really handle all these things? Who could cultivate so many different types of internal energy at the same time? But Li Yuzi spoke with such seriousness and conviction that they had no choice but to believe him.