Hearing that Han Lang had chosen him, Zhao Wu was stunned!
He had never imagined that Han Lang, whom he had deliberately targeted since being recruited from the special special forces, would choose him as his closest comrade after the new recruit arena competition!
In fact, he had already planned everything before this.
With the runner-up Sima Tuo disqualified, he, the third place, would naturally become the runner-up.
After Han Lang chose his teammates, it would be his turn to pick.
At that time, he would definitely select all the top-ranked players for his team, to ensure he could compete with Han Lang again in the internal competition after advancement.
But now, Han Lang had chosen him.
This meant he had lost the right to choose!
Not to mention wanting to regain his lost pride through future achievements.
Thinking of this, he blurted out.
"No! I disagree. Han Lang and I are irreconcilable. We cannot be comrades in the same squad!"
His words shocked the entire venue.
Then, everyone recalled the previous bet between the two, and understood Zhao Wu's refusal.
However, it was of no use.
Su Kunyu spoke directly.
"According to the rules of the new recruit arena competition, those ranked lower have no right to choose. Once chosen, there is no right to refuse. However, I still need to remind Han Lang whether he is sure about choosing Zhao Wu for the last spot. If confirmed, it cannot be changed without superior approval!"
Han Lang naturally understood Su Kunyu's words.
He knew something about the grievances between Han Lang and Zhao Wu, and such grievances were not uncommon in the special special forces.
However, if they were to become close comrades who spent their days together, executing missions might not be a strong alliance, but rather counterproductive.
Therefore, Su Kunyu asked this question.
However, Han Lang seemed indifferent to these matters. He smiled faintly and replied.
"Thank you for the reminder, Battalion Commander Su. However, regarding the choice for this last spot, I am certain and resolute! I will never change it!"
These words had no effect on others, but they plunged Zhao Wu into an icy abyss!
This was not the outcome he wanted.
But he was powerless to resist!
With no other option, he dejectedly walked onto the stage, standing behind Han Lang with a sense of loss, without any interaction with anyone throughout the process.
Seeing Han Lang's squad complete, some unwilling onlookers began to discuss.
"What was Han Lang thinking? Why would he choose someone with a grudge against him as a teammate?"
"Exactly! Although Zhao Wu's performance was good, an ordinary person wouldn't make such a choice!"
"Alas! It would have been great if you chose me! Although my strength is not as good as Zhao Wu's, I am loyal! In special times, I wouldn't hesitate to take a bullet for my superior!"
"Haha... You're overthinking it, brother! Bullets might not even be able to harm us!"
"Hey, what nonsense are you all talking about! Han Lang's actions must have his reasons. Not to mention anything else, as far as I know, these few on stage are all from Star City, just like Han Lang. Is it appropriate to choose you instead of them?"
Hearing this, everyone immediately fell silent.
When one is away from home, whether an ordinary person or a cultivator, there is a special affection for one's fellow countrymen.
It would be unreasonable not to look after them and instead look after strangers!
Seeing that the discussion below had stopped, Han Lang's champion privilege had basically been used up.
Next, other unselected, top-ranked cultivators would make their choices in turn.
Time passed quickly.
The first ten squads were quickly formed.
These squads almost completely selected the top fifty people from the new recruit arena competition. This also meant that these ten teams would serve as the core of the core among the new recruits this year.
They would achieve merits and promotions faster, but also face more danger!
As for the remaining people, starting from the fiftieth place, 190 people would be selected as squad leaders. The special special forces, after strict approval, would form 190 second-tier teams with balanced strength, second only to the top ten teams.
As for the rest, the squad leaders and members would be arranged by the unit.
Of course, acting platoon leaders like Huang Yuhua and Liu Xiaoxiao remained almost unchanged.
If the original platoon had a captain, its members would be incorporated into the original platoon.
If not, they would follow their captain into other platoons.
If a platoon lacked members, it would absorb remaining members from other platoons.
After several hours of verification, all platoons had almost completed the reorganization of new members.
After everything was finished, the platoon leaders took their respective members back to their assigned dormitories.
Before the disbandment, Huang Yuhua and Liu Xiaoxiao deliberately kept Han Lang's squad behind.
Looking at the members of the squad, he felt both comforted and worried.
"I've kept you all here because I have a few words to say to you."
"First, I am very satisfied with the performance you displayed in the arena competition. Congratulations to you, and congratulations to me for finding such precious gems. You know, the probability of five of the top ten in the new recruit arena competition appearing in the same squad is extremely low!"
"So, first of all, thank you! It is you who have allowed me and Platoon Leader Liu to enjoy the glory and honor you have fought for!"
"However, at the same time, I am also very worried!"
"Han Lang and Zhao Wu, whatever your past conflicts may be, I hope you can both put aside your prejudices in the future!"
"In the special special forces, you will all be close comrades. Once on the battlefield, any sulking, lack of cooperation, or disobedience on your part could cost you your lives!"
"I don't want to see you ruin yourselves over these trivial matters! Therefore, before this, I sincerely implore, or rather, command you, to bury the hatchet, work together, and contribute to the safety and security of our great Xia Nation!"
"Can you do that?"
Huang Yuhua's earnest words deeply moved everyone.
Han Lang, needless to say.
He was someone who prioritized his country above all else.
Although Zhao Wu's face showed defiance, he was genuinely touched by these words.
"Don't worry, Platoon Leader Huang! Since I chose Zhao Wu as my teammate, I naturally understand these principles. I will properly manage him and handle our relationship well. I will definitely not drag the organization down!"
Han Lang's statement greatly comforted Huang Yuhua.
He then looked at Zhao Wu again.
Zhao Wu did not speak, his face turned to the side, seemingly disdainful of Han Lang's words.
Seeing Zhao Wu's lack of response, Huang Yuhua couldn't help but frown.
At this moment, Tang Geng quickly stepped forward and said.
"Ah, ah, Platoon Leader Huang. You don't need to worry about this. I have a good relationship with Captain Han and Zhao Wu. In our future cooperation, I will work hard to mediate. I will definitely not let their conflicts delay the important task of defending our country!"
Hearing Tang Geng's words, Huang Yuhua and Liu Xiaoxiao's expressions finally eased.
"Alright! Regardless of anything else, your squad is the one with the highest expectations this year. You will also stand out in various missions in the future, perhaps even surpassing me and Platoon Leader Liu. But you must remember, Xia people do not make enemies of Xia people! Our special special forces always have only one enemy, and that is the foreign powers coveting our ability users! I hope that under any circumstances, you will not forget your original intentions!"
"We won't! Don't worry!"
Huang Yuhua nodded and said helplessly.
"Disperse!"
Watching the members walk into the dormitory together, Huang Yuhua still had a worried look on his face.
Liu Xiaoxiao quickly comforted him.
"Alright, alright! Don't treat them like children, okay? They are all adults, and they know what's important!"
Hearing this, Huang Yuhua was displeased.
"What do you mean by treating them like children? If it weren't for their exceptional talent, I wouldn't be this concerned!"
After speaking, he flicked his sleeve and left immediately. Only Liu Xiaoxiao remained standing there, shaking his head helplessly!