### Chapter 82: Company Commander Liu's Quest for Improvement
While Wang Bin was practicing at home, Company Commander Liu went to the training ground alone to practice the shooting techniques Wang Bin had taught them earlier that day.
In his mind, Company Commander Liu imagined a zombie standing in front of him, and he continuously thrust his weapon at the zombie's head. One thrust, two thrusts, before he knew it, he had thrust over a hundred times. His arms were starting to feel sore, but he didn't stop, relentlessly attacking his imaginary enemy with full force.
As a deputy instructor, he needed to perform better than others. He was starting from the same point as everyone else, and he knew he didn't have Wang Bin's extraordinary martial arts talent. Therefore, he had to work harder to set an example for others.
Due to restricted electricity usage at the base, there wasn't much to do at home in the evenings. As a result, the square and the training ground became popular spots for people to relax and unwind.
Soldiers from the third platoon were also resting on the training ground. One soldier noticed Company Commander Liu practicing the shooting techniques alone in a corner.
"Isn't that Company Commander Liu?"
"Yeah, that's him!"
"It's so late, and he's still training instead of resting. How can we, as his soldiers, waste time here?"
"You're right. Let's go get our wooden guns and train too!"
"Let's go!"
In no time, Company Commander Liu found over thirty soldiers standing behind him.
"Why are you all here?"
"Commander, we're here to train with you!"
"Alright, let's train together! Follow my lead, attack!"
"Attack!"
With each shout of "attack" from Company Commander Liu, the soldiers echoed the call, thrusting their wooden guns forward with force.
Their commotion quickly attracted the attention of those playing on the training ground, including those who had participated in training earlier that day.
"They're still training so late; they're really dedicated!"
"Yeah, it looks like we have hope against the zombies!"
"Shall we go train too?"
"Yes!"
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Soon, many people on the training ground ran back home, grabbed their wooden guns, and returned to train with Company Commander Liu.
In no time, over a thousand people were on the training ground, and more were on their way.
The commotion quickly spread, and the young adults playing in the square, upon hearing the news, also returned home to grab their wooden guns and join the training.
As more people joined, the training ground was filled with the sound of shouts. Li Junshan, sitting in his office, also heard the commotion and stood up with interest to look out the window at the training ground.
"Xiao Li, come in."
"Commander, what's the matter?"
"Go find out what's going on."
"Yes, sir!"
Guard Xiao Li quickly ran to the training ground and soon returned with a full report for Li Junshan.
"It seems Liu Feng has made quite some progress since he returned?"
"Yes, he's been quite proactive lately!"
"Is Instructor Wang on the training ground?"
"No, should I call him?"
"No need. If he goes to the training ground, it changes the nature of the activity!"
"I don't understand!"
"It's simple. Right now, it's rest time, and everyone's actions are voluntary. If Instructor Wang goes, it becomes mandatory training, which isn't as effective!"
"I see!"
"Keep an eye on the situation there, and report any new developments to me!"
"Yes, sir!"
After Guard Xiao Li left, Li Junshan returned to his seat, contemplating the possibility of promoting Liu Feng. However, the issue of personnel was a headache. He had people, but lacked firearms and ammunition. Years of consumption had left them with no extra guns to arm new troops, and the next batch of ammunition wouldn't arrive for another six months.
Organizing the young adults to learn shooting techniques was a last resort.
Li Junshan rubbed his aching head, stood up, and studied the defense map, pondering how to further strengthen their fortifications.
Wang Bin also heard the shouts from the training ground. Using binoculars, he clearly saw everything happening there. Seeing Company Commander Liu leading the training made him very happy; Company Commander Liu had done something that pleased him once again.
"Wang Bin, what's going on?" Officer Miao and the others also came to the window to look.
"See for yourself!" Wang Bin smiled and handed the binoculars to Officer Miao.
Officer Miao and the others took a look through the binoculars and saw thousands of people on the training ground practicing shooting techniques.
"Wang Bin, they're working so hard. Aren't you going to praise them?"
"Now's not the right time. I'll do it tomorrow."
"Oh, should we go over?"
"Up to you. As long as you work hard, it doesn't matter where you train."
"Oh, then we won't go. Here, we can ask you questions anytime!"
In the end, none of Wang Bin's group went to the training ground. Instead, they trained at home, not practicing shooting techniques but Tai Chi.
This was Wang Bin's requirement. Shooting techniques were for daytime training, while Tai Chi was for the evening. He had consulted the system and learned that practicing Tai Chi could also enhance their physical fitness.
Moreover, as long as he was around, they wouldn't run out of bullets. Daytime was sufficient for practicing shooting techniques, so improving physical fitness was the most cost-effective approach.
While Company Commander Liu and his group were training, some elderly people, women, and children who hadn't trained during the day also joined in. Without wooden guns, they used tree branches, hoes, brooms, or even empty hands to practice.
Gradually, the number of people training exceeded twenty thousand, with more joining.
Company Commander Liu never imagined that his unintended actions would trigger such a massive chain reaction.
Under Company Commander Liu's leadership, everyone trained until ten o'clock at night before ending the session. Having trained all day, they were exhausted by the evening session.
The next morning at seven, everyone gathered on the training ground.
Without a word, Wang Bin immediately ordered everyone to run five kilometers.
During this time, Company Commander Liu kept glancing at Wang Bin, thinking he should say something about last night's events. But Wang Bin remained silent.
After everyone finished the five kilometers, Wang Bin still said nothing. Company Commander Liu felt he should remind Wang Bin to praise those who participated in last night's training.
Just as he was about to approach, Wang Bin ordered everyone to gather, and Company Commander Liu quickly organized the group.
"I suppose many of you are waiting for me to praise you?"
Wang Bin's words made everyone smile.
"I know many of you voluntarily came to the training ground last night. That's great! When facing zombies, your survival largely depends on yourselves. Studying hard won't be a bad thing. However, regarding extra training at night, I only want to say: know your limits. I neither support nor oppose it; participation is entirely voluntary!"
"This morning, we'll review yesterday's techniques. If you do well, I'll teach you new techniques in the afternoon! Now, each group, spread out and prepare to start training!"
"Yes, sir!"
Company Commander Liu saluted and then ran to the front to organize the groups, practicing yesterday's techniques with Wang Bin.
Perhaps it was the promise of learning new techniques if they practiced well, or maybe it was because everyone had diligently practiced yesterday's techniques. Wang Bin was very satisfied and taught them several new techniques in the afternoon.
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