Chapter 158 Self-Satisfaction (1/2)

"I already told you, sweetie!"

Enraged, Duan Zhou slapped Yu Hao on the back of the head. Rong Cheng's words poured out like beans: "You idiot, why did you have to come and invite trouble! They didn't even want to go, and you dragged us all here to embarrass ourselves! Is your head filled with tofu?!"

Tao Yuming sighed softly.

He stepped forward and patted Yu Hao's stiff shoulder. His voice was still gentle, but the sense of closeness had vanished without a trace.

"I've said it before: we must respect Yan Zhiqing's own wishes. Everyone has their own plans, and we can't force them."

Zhao Weiguo also spoke in a deep voice: "Let's go, it's almost time, don't delay the test."

He knew perfectly well that Yan Yu was a man of great ambition; once he made a decision, nothing could change his mind.

This time, Yu Hao really kicked a hornet's nest.

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At three o'clock in the afternoon, Li Jianshe's yard was crowded with people.

A dozen or so young men were eager to participate in the winter hunting selection.

Li Jianshe is a veteran hunter with decades of experience. He looks honest and simple, but he is very discerning when it comes to choosing people.

The test was simple and brutal.

The first test is strength. There are two stone weights the size of millstones in the courtyard; you have to be able to lift them to pass.

The second task was to test eyesight. Using the team's old, worn-out homemade gun, they had to shoot a gourd ladle hanging on a tree thirty meters away.

With just these two moves, most of the loud and boisterous young people were eliminated.

Of the educated youth, only two were ultimately approved.

Zhao Weiguo, having grown up in a military compound, was indeed physically fit. He lifted stone weights and fired guns with ease, drawing cheers from the crowd.

The other one is Yu Hao.

He was still feeling down because of Yan Yu's matter, and he was completely listless, but as soon as he started testing, his energy returned.

He held his breath, growled, and raised the stone lock above his head. When he fired the gun, he hit the target twice out of three shots, achieving a remarkable score.

Li Jianshe patted them both on the shoulder with satisfaction and announced the final list.

Yu Hao forced a smile that looked worse than a grimace, feeling empty inside, as if someone had scooped a piece out of him with a spoon.

He just couldn't understand why his brother Yu wouldn't want to go hunting, which was such a prestigious activity and a great way to eat meat.

Li Jianshe was very satisfied with the young men he finally selected; they were all strong and capable.

He cleared his throat, his weathered face bearing the marks of time, and his expression was serious.

"Alright, that's the number of people we've decided on! Listen up, everyone, assemble at the brigade headquarters at dawn the day after tomorrow. Nobody be late!"

His rough gaze swept over the group. "The team has prepared all the equipment. Make sure you're dressed warmly and bring some dry rations. Going into the mountains is no joke. Keep your spirits up, follow orders, and don't wander off. Understand?"

"We heard that!" the crowd responded in unison, their voices loud and clear, brimming with barely suppressed excitement.

After explaining everything, Li Jianshe waved his hand, signaling everyone that they could disperse.

The crowd dispersed and went home to prepare.

Yu Hao didn't move, staring intently in the direction of Yan Yu's house, his stubbornness still lingering.

Seeing his posture, Tao Yuming knew that this man was about to cause trouble again, so he quickly took a few steps and reached out to stop him.

What are you going to do?

Yu Hao replied matter-of-factly, "I'm going to find my brother. You guys go back first."

Tao Yuming grabbed his arm with great force, his knuckles turning white.