Rebirth of the thief who roamed around the world (BOOK 4)

Chapter 681 - Bayonet's Name

These soldiers were all elites under Mo Yuntian. They were aces of the army. Them calling Nie Yan instructor was proof they recognized his strength.

Born the son of an army man, Nie Yan had inherited some of his father's thinking. He also believed strength reigned supreme and subconsciously devoted himself to training his body. However, having only faced students, he had no clear view on the extent of his progress. There was a clear difference between them and real fighters. But this match with Wang Duo today gave him new confidence. He wasn't any weaker than the elites of the army!

Nie Yan became all the more aware of the changes that occurred to his body after advancing to a Shadow Dancer. Just what sort of secrets did this title hold?

Knowing he wouldn't find the answer right now, Nie Yan stopped thinking about it. He focused on his task at hand. He had to instruct the 36 soldiers in front of him.

Wang Duo retreated back into the ranks. He was thoroughly convinced of Nie Yan's strength. When he gazed at Nie Yan, his eyes flickered with a hint of zealotry. He admired anyone stronger than him. Especially Nie Yan who was even younger than him. He could already imagine what Nie Yan would be like in a few years. He no longer had any doubts about this new instructor Mo Yuntian found for them.

After receiving Mo Yuntian's approval, Nie Yan faced the group. "Some of you might feel reluctant or unwilling. After all, General Mo Yuntian found a 19-year-old kid who's still in school to be your instructor. The army is a place where strength speaks. I won't try to win you over to my side with flowery words. If any of you are dissatisfied, you can come forward and take it up with me. We'll settle it with our fists. Starting today, as long as none of you can beat me, I am your instructor. Since General Yuntian is leaving you guys in my care, I naturally have to produce some results," Nie Yan said. Even though his tone was laced with arrogance, this was a must in the army. He knew this was the only way to tame this prideful bunch.

The several dozen soldiers stood up straight with their chests out and heads held high. They were already thoroughly convinced of Nie Yan's strength after watching him beat Wang Duo. So, none of them voiced any complaints.

"Good, now give me a head count," Nie Yan said.

Nie Yan quickly received the number, 36 people in total. He had to whip them into shape to Mo Yuntian's satisfaction. Thinking about the arduous task at hand, he felt a heavy weight on his shoulders.

"Introduce yourselves. State your name, age, etc." Nie Yan swept his eyes over the group. Since Mo Yuntian had placed them in his care, he naturally had to know a little bit more about them.

Wang Duo and the others turned to Mo Yuntian. Seeing the general give a nod, he stepped up. "Reporting to instructor! Wang Duo, 26 years old, 721st Special Mech Brigade, major general..."

Nie Yan's mind trembled. A 26-year-old major general, and a member of the 721st Special Mech Brigade! He had heard rumours of this unit's outstanding military achievements. Any random soldier from there would receive the treatment of a major.

Lei Su and Xiao Yu dropped their jaws in shock. Wang Duo actually belonged to the 721st Special Mech Brigade, not to mention he was a major general!

"Reporting to instructor! Lin Yi, 25 years old, 275th Special Starship Brigade, major general..."

"Reporting to instructor! Luo Ye, 26 years old, 721st Special Mech Brigade, major general..."

One by one, they stepped forward and introduced themselves. Nie Yan felt his head spin. They were at least senior colonels, while there were even three major generals! Not to mention the oldest of them was only 27.