Chapter 181: Chapter 182: Representing in Battle
If you talk about appearance, that has always been something the General Union Dance Troupe took great pride in; they stood tall, chest out, their posture as stiff as proud peacocks.
The other female comrades standing nearby also had impeccable posture, but they couldn’t help but focus their gaze on the General Union Dance Troupe. Especially when they saw the leading Sheng Ning, they scoffed and turned their heads away.
Humph! So what if you’re pretty? Just wait until we beat you down.
Any trace of resentment in the hearts of the members of the General Union Dance Troupe regarding Sheng Ning leading them dissipated instantly. Annoying the enemy was satisfying indeed.
It seemed that being pretty was quite advantageous after all.
On the main stage at the center stood leaders of various ranks. At the forefront was a man with an elegant demeanor, who looked about the same age as Shen Feihu. He commanded a natural respect.
Before the competition began, Shen Feihu, the Rescue Association Chairman, made a speech himself. He praised the effort from everyone and affirmed all the female comrades.
After finishing, Shen Feihu handed the microphone to Meng Xingzhi, “Provincial Rescue Center Chairman Meng, please, say a few words.”
Meng Xingzhi took the microphone and his sharp gaze swept across the crowd, finally resting on Sheng Ning, who was in the most conspicuous position.
His deep eyes narrowed, deep wrinkles appearing at the corners of his eyes. Meng Xingzhi looked at Sheng Ning, a bit bewildered as if he saw Su Yun from twenty years ago. Finally, he shook his head, dismissing the thought.
It was merely an illusion, probably because they were both beautiful. But Su Yun back then did not have the aura that this girl had, especially those bright, expressive eyes that were unforgettable.
“Today, I hope to see everyone’s outstanding performance. Women hold up half the sky. At the union, you all bear an important responsibility. Each of you is excellent, and for the sake of glory, I hope each of you can strive to be the best.”
As Meng Xingzhi’s words ended, thunderous applause erupted from below.
With the speeches over, the competition officially began, starting with a shooting contest, which was rare among the female comrades. They typically had few chances to handle guns, and even fewer to shoot live ammunition.
Due to the large number of people, each system only selected their three best representatives to participate.
The General Union Dance Troupe’s representatives were Chen Huaying, Sheng Ning, and Zhang Hongmei.
Zhang Hongmei’s shooting skills were surprisingly good. Her movements with the gun were very steady, which related to her personality.
“Sheng Ning, show them what you’ve got, smash their faces.”
“I’m rooting for you, we’re definitely going to win this time.”
“Chen Huaying, you must take the top three spots.”
The female comrades from the General Union Dance Troupe waved their fists, energetically cheering for Sheng Ning and the others. Everyone showed genuine smiles, uniting without any reservations, unanimously against the external competitors.
A fire ignited in Sheng Ning’s heart, and she nodded resolutely.
“Sheng Ning, if you come first, I’ll wash your clothes for a month,” Lu Xiaoshuang’s eyes sparkled.
“I’ll treat you to a meal.”
“I’ll knit you a sweater.”
“I’ll never talk behind your back again!”
Faces brightened with radiant smiles, and it was fortunate that Qin Cuifen and Zhou Xuelian were disqualified from the competition, otherwise they would have definitely fainted from anger.
“Alright!” Sheng Ning felt a surge of power throughout her body, this feeling of recognition was truly wonderful.
“Hey! Do you all think I’m dead?” Chen Huaying spoke coolly with a curl of her lips, “I am the most formidable here.”
“You go, girl!” Nobody minded Chen Huaying’s provocations.
“Next up is hand-to-hand combat, and we’re counting on you in the General Union Dance Troupe.”
Having been capable of fighting, Chen Huaying had already established her tiger mom image by beating Qin Cuifen and Zhou Xuelan into such a sorry state during a two-day solitary confinement.