Match!

Undoubtedly, this is a contest between the two sides.

Not only that, but this small contest may rise to the height of the contest between China and the United States. Li Zhen didn't expect that as soon as he arrived at West Point, the other party had already dug a pit for him and was waiting for him to jump down. Not only that, what tricks are in the pit, Li Zhendu still has a black eye, and he doesn't know anything.

However, when the time came, it was impossible for Li Zhen to back down.

Once Li Zhen retreats, he will lose the face of the country, and it is impossible for Li Zhen to retreat.

This is not Li Zhen's style.

Li Zhen thought about a lot of questions in an instant, his expression was calm, and he said with a smile: "I think the confrontation and exchange competition organized by the school is excellent. The great Chinese poet Lu You, said, "It is shallow to say that it is shallow on paper, and you must bow to it!" This means that what you learn from books is shallow after all, and you have to practice it yourself. ”

"For the army, a general who can fight a war is a qualified general."

"If it's only theoretical knowledge, it's just empty talk."

Li Zhen's expression was serious, and he said loudly: "A hundred people who are proficient in combat theory may not be as good as a general who can fight well. I agree with the school's decision, but I don't know how this confrontation will be played? ”

Delafeld was also greatly touched when he listened to Li Zhen's words.

His expression was very serious, and he said unhurriedly: "Two hundred students will be selected from the school and divided into two groups. Among them, Grant took one hundred cadets with him, and the other one hundred cadets were led by President Lee. The two sides relied on the geographical location of West Point to fight. The battle arrangements of the two sides are determined separately, and they are free to play, as long as the opponent is defeated in the demarcated area, it is considered a victory. ”

"Weapons, weapons......"

Liu Jintang interjected, but his English was very lame, and he thought of the following words, but said them.

In desperation, Liu Jintang told Rong Hong to let Rong Hong translate.

Rong Hong nodded, then looked at Drafield, and said with a smile: "Mr. Principal, Mr. Liu next to me has a question. Since it is a confrontation between the two sides, what weapons should be chosen to fight? Today's battlefield is no longer an ancient battlefield, and the previous battlefield relied more on the army's main general to charge, relying on the main general to stimulate the morale of the whole army. But now, all kinds of guns and ammunition have appeared, and weapons have gradually become the dominant force on the battlefield. In this case, don't you use a gun? ”

Liu Jintang looked at Drafield with a harmless smile on his face. This guy followed Li Zhen to the United States, but he rarely showed up, and most of them were learning English.

He couldn't speak fluently, but he could barely understand it.

Similarly, the same is true of Chen Yucheng, who came with him.

The two of them were specially selected by Li Zhendian to study, different from Zeng Jize, Zeng Jihong and others, and they cherished this opportunity very much, so they worked extremely hard and rarely played.

Drafield frowned, stunned.

He thought of a confrontation between the two sides, but did not take into account the issue of weapons.

Once a real gun is used, it is easy to cause casualties.

But if you don't use a really strong confrontation, how should the two sides fight?

Grant took over and said with a smile: "Please tell Mr. Liu that the confrontation of the students we organize does not pay attention to weapons, but attaches more importance to tactical and strategic contests. Neither side had guns, and such an engagement was even more tragic and tested the commander's ability. I believe that if you can win in such a competition, with guns and ammunition and cannons, you will be more comfortable. ”

Immediately, Grant continued: "The venue for this competition is in the mountains and forests of West Point. It is very challenging because of the dense forests there. In addition, we will prepare three days of dry food for each of our trainees, as well as necessary survival tools such as shovels and daggers. When the time comes, it will depend on the ability of both sides and see who has the stronger guidance ability. ”

"Good!"

Liu Jintang cheered loudly and was eager to try.

Chen Yucheng was also gearing up, with a strong fighting spirit on his face.

This exchange competition is kind of interesting!

Li Zhen said: "Colonel Grant's arrangement is very good, I agree. ”

Next, the two sides discussed specific issues on the match. After finalizing the results, Delafeld breathed a sigh of relief and said, "President Lee, I will take you around the school next, I hope it will be helpful to you." ”

"Thank you!" Li Zhen said with a smile.

Delafeld asked the school leaders to go back to their respective homes, and took Li Zhen and his party out of the living room and walked around the school. Grant followed beside him, his eyes falling on Liu Jintang and Chen Yucheng. From the previous conversation, it can be seen that these two young people may be the focus of Li Zhen's training, so Grant pays special attention to the two. On the contrary, Zuo Zongtang didn't speak, and no one paid attention to him.

At noon, the group came to the school cafeteria.

Drafield said pointing to the cafeteria and said apologetically: "Mr. President, no matter who comes to the school, we all eat in the cafeteria, and there is no special treatment. Please forgive me for any inconsiderate places. ”

Li Zhen waved his hand and said, "Mr. Principal is polite, it's already good to eat in the canteen!" ”

Lunch is placed on the table one by one, because Rong Hong has been teaching Zeng Jihong, Zeng Jize, Liu Jintang and others to adapt to life in the United States, so although they don't like it, they can get used to it, and there will be no situation where they can't eat. After lunch, Li Zhen and his party went to the dormitory to rest, and Delafield and Grant returned to the principal's office.

Delafeld said solemnly: "Colonel Grant, how do you feel about Li Zhen and his party?" ”

Grant thought for a moment, then shook his head and said, "Today is just a simple conversation, and I can't see the specific situation. When the competition is over, there will definitely be a detailed understanding. ”

"However, judging from the people brought by Li Zhen, it is obvious that it is to cultivate the next generation of talents."

"For example, the young man who is speaking in the parlor today is not yet twenty years old. The other man next to him was also in his early twenties, about the same as our military academy students. In addition, there are more than a dozen children, all of whom are in their teens, which shows Li Zhen's determination. In addition, another general with a group of bald heads is about thirty years old, and he may be the main force brought by Li Zhen. ”

In a short period of time, Grant had a general understanding of Li Zhen's personnel.

Drafield asked, "What do you think about the other adult who followed Li Zhen?" is a bearded man who has not spoken silently, and judging by the attitude of the people brought by Li Zhen towards him, he should also be the main personnel. ”

Grant frowned and said, "This person is quite old, and I can't see the clues. ”

At the same time, Li Zhen's residence.

Li Zhen invited Zuo Zongtang, Huang Qiang, Rong Hong, Chen Yucheng and Liu Jintang together.

Li Zhen looked serious and said loudly: "Although this exchange match with the generals of the West Point Military Academy is an ordinary confrontation competition, it is the first confrontation and exchange between China and the United States, and it cannot be ignored. I will not participate in this competition, Brother Ji Gao will not participate, and Huang Qiang will not participate, Liu Jintang and Chen Yucheng will work together, Rong Hong will be the translator of the two, and the three of you will be fully responsible. ”

"Yes!" The three of them responded in unison, all quite excited.

Suddenly, Liu Jintang raised his hand and said loudly: "President, I have something to say!" ”

ps: the third shift; It's exhausting to erupt.