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In the autumn of 2010, there was a lot of rain and the weather got colder earlier than in previous years. The venue for the five-kilometer cross-country assessment was relatively simple. We just chose a road with fewer vehicles. It was still raining and there was a lot of water on the road. The comrades rushed forward desperately, their whole bodies were soaked, and the splashes in the water when their feet stepped on them spread out in all directions like surging fountains, which was very spectacular.

This assessment is a nationwide military competition, which is extraordinary. "If front-line officers and soldiers want to stand out for a while, they can only take the path of military competition." Everyone was full of energy and wanted to show off here. What's more, such an assessment is also related to the honor and ranking of the troops, so they don't hesitate to work hard.

I am the photographic recorder of this assessment. I sat in the support vehicle and hurriedly took a few photos of the scenes on the way, then waited at the finish line and focused on recording the moment of my comrades sprinting. In the sprint scenes I recorded, the work "Armed Off-Road" impressed the judges with its exaggerated visual impact and won many awards. Although the subject of the photo did not have top-notch test scores, he became a "star" in the military camp because of this, which changed the trajectory of his life.

His name is Wang Huibo, a native of Jinan, Shandong. In the picture, he has a pained expression, tense muscles, and strong running posture. It is as if he is the theme work of a master sculptor. The hard work carved into his bones can be described as "penetrating into the wood".

In my impression, Shandong people are often nicknamed "Shandong big man", but Wang Huibo appears to be thinner and frail, but his appearance and expression have a bit of "Shandong big man" momentum. He has a long face with small but bright eyes; his face is dark and has a healthy complexion, and everyone always likes to call him "Black Wave"; his eyebrows are thick and thick, and the corners are slightly raised. , a bit like the characters on the Peking Opera stage, as if they are deliberately depicting. Of course, his eyebrows are absolutely natural, and they are an expression of inner emotions. The body is thin, but the muscles seem to be always in a state of tension, which makes people feel a kind of strength.

At the time of the competition, he had been in the army for less than a year and was an ignorant "recruit egg." From the moment he joined the army, he told himself: If he wanted to do well in the army, he had to work harder and sweat more than others. Military competition is the best way for him to prove himself. He was so determined not to admit defeat that even ten cows couldn't pull him back. He was determined to join the team.

However, during the selection and assessment, he was too nervous and got stuck on the "high wall" in the 400-meter obstacle course. He only ran 2 minutes and 15 seconds and failed to reach the qualifying line.

"Instructor Fu, I was too nervous just now. Please give me another chance." Wang Huibo did not give up. He ran to instructor Fu Baiqing and said pleadingly.

Fu Baiqing looked at the recruit in front of him: he lowered his head and looked a little shy, and kept tugging on his trouser pockets with both hands. Then he said with a smile: "Yes, but it can only be the last chance." Fu Baiqing wanted to put some more pressure on him so that he could perform at a super level.

Wang Huibo quickly raised his head, saluted and thanked him repeatedly, his eyes shining with the light of victory. After exercising his body, he rushed onto the track at the sound of "start" and was finally selected into the team with a time of 1 minute and 53 seconds.

Wang Huibo is the youngest in the team, but he is the most dedicated one. Although his military performance is not the best, he is the spiritual benchmark for the entire team.

He was selected into the team as a "spiritual benchmark". "Heibo" naturally knows this in his heart. Ever since he joined the team, he secretly vowed that he would not only set a spiritual benchmark, but also set a benchmark in action and performance.

In the corner of the training ground in the camp, there is a slogan that reads "Show off your skin and lose your flesh, don't fall behind". This was his favorite place to stay. Sitting under the slogan, he felt at ease. Whenever he sees this slogan during training, he will feel energetic all over.

The team training time has passed the beginning of autumn. Although the weather is relatively cool, there are surprisingly many rainy days in Jiangnan. He had to run 20 kilometers with weights every day, and also had to undergo training such as "400-meter obstacle course" and "bungalow climbing". Each was a hard subject, and he had to overcome the environmental impact of rainy days, which made him breathless. . Instructor Fu took great care of this new recruit and often taught him everything from the rules of training movements to the teaching of training techniques without reservation.

In order to improve his performance, Wang Huibo was so determined to not admit defeat that he even took the initiative to put pressure on himself and secretly put on a sandbag vest and leggings. Since the instructor didn't know about it, he saw that Wang Huibo's performance was not improving. He was doubtful and helpless. He could only sigh and said: "He is really not a training material." Wang Huibo did not explain, but just followed the scientific method taught by the instructor. , keep practicing more.

After 45 days of training, Wang Huibo broke 3 pairs of shoes. He couldn't climb fast enough in the 400-meter obstacle course, so he "punished" himself by crawling on the concrete floor, which actually wore out several holes in such a strong camouflage uniform. He was also a little afraid of heights. Faced with climbing a bungalow more than 3 meters high, he rushed down from the "house" over and over again, and was covered in bruises after falling. After returning home, I applied safflower oil and continued rushing and throwing the next day, finally overcoming my mental obstacles. The instructor couldn't stand it anymore and advised him: "Training needs to be done step by step, don't get injured, it's not worth the loss!"

Wang Huibo always smiled and said: "Coach, it's okay, I'm tough and can withstand it." Hold on!"

Looking at this stubborn recruit, the coach could only wave his hands with a wry smile, but he still admired his stubbornness from the bottom of his heart.

The team's meals are served in separate "small stoves", especially breakfast. Each team member is given a boiled egg and a bag of milk. Wang Huibo is a new recruit and he trains very hard. He always feels hungry. Squad leader Zhao Chengsen saw it. Every time after eating, he would save his eggs and quietly stuff them into Wang Huibo's trouser pocket.

"My physical strength can still keep up. You have to eat more. Don't fall behind even if you lose skin and meat!" Zhao Chengsen said with a smile.

"Squad leader, I'm full, and you also need to supplement your nutrition." Wang Huibo said as he stuffed eggs into Zhao Chengsen's hand.

Even in this back and forth, the egg remained in Wang Huibo’s trouser pocket.

Wang Huibo was not willing to eat it. He gave the egg to another recruit in the team. He was thinner and Wang Huibo felt that he needed more energy. "Hey, next, this is for you from squad leader Zhao, come on!" Wang Huibo said as he threw the egg to the recruit.

The recruit took the egg, and squad leader Zhao happened to pass by. He ran forward and said with a smile: "Thank you, squad leader, for the eggs. I will try my best to get good results."

Zhao Chengsen looked confused, but he guessed a thing or two. He could only say with a smile: "We all have to work hard, this is related to the honor of our unit." After speaking, he waved his hand towards Wang Huibo in the distance.

Wang Huibo made a naughty "grimace" in response, and then started the devilish training again.

The assessment is finally here. It was still raining, gloomy and depressing. At this moment, Wang Huibo was both nervous and excited. He and his comrades successfully passed the "explosion-proof bomb throwing", "four-hundred-meter obstacle", "bungalow climbing" and other assessment subjects, and the final "five-kilometer armed cross-country" was the collective result. Therefore, even if one person falls behind, all previous efforts may be wasted.

When Wang Huibo was halfway through the race, he might have been too eager to succeed and ran as hard as he could, but he forgot to adjust his breathing and lost his breath. This is the “nemesis” of long-distance running. Zhao Chengsen on the side quickly asked: "Does it matter? If it doesn't work, just give up."

"No, never! Squad leader, you will never fall behind if you lose your skin and flesh. I will always remember this sentence!" Wang Huibo gritted his teeth and persisted, his expression even more exaggerated. Zhao Chengsen slowed down, untied the backpack rope that fixed the gun, and lassoed Wang Huibo. He dragged "Heibo" in front and ran with him.

3 kilometers, 4 kilometers, 4.5 kilometers, 4.8 kilometers...the dawn of victory is right in front of us. "Squad leader, I'm feeling better. You rush first, and I will definitely follow behind." Wang Huibo said.

Zhao Chengsen untied the backpack rope, and they crossed the finish line one after another. After passing the finish line, Wang Huibo took off his heavy equipment and fell to the ground.

Zhao Chengsen did not achieve the desired results because he took Wang Huibo with him. But he said with a smile: "I have no regrets. As a squad leader, I will never leave a comrade behind!"

As I watched my comrades crossing the finish line one by one, I recorded them with my camera. Sweat and rain mingled on their faces, and most of them fell heavily to the ground the moment they crossed the finish line. The examiner was also moved by the hard work of his comrades and kept saying "ok".

The assessment is over. Everyone’s efforts have not been in vain, and the assessment results are among the best.

I also won numerous awards for filming Wang Huibo's "Armed Cross Country" and became a celebrity in the photography circle. Wang Huibo's hard work revealed in the picture has become the spirit of our unit, and this picture is also recognized as a "classic". Therefore, he participated in the core training class in his first year as a soldier, became the deputy squad leader, and remained a non-commissioned officer.

Every time Wang Huibo met me, he always said: "I deserve it. Other comrades are better than me, and they should be the protagonists of your shooting."

I always answer: "You deserve it. Your fighting spirit is an example for us to learn from, and it is the soul that an iron-blooded soldier should have. And you are also very capable in all aspects."

Fame Wang Huibo, who was under the command, always required himself according to the standards set by his comrades around him. From training to business to management, he became an expert and expert in everything. On the "Dragon and Tiger List" in the military camp, Wang Huibo occupied the top spot. He is the real-life version of "Xu Sanduo" around us. He just relied on his stupidity, hard work, and concentration to become the "King of Soldiers" in the army.

Today, "Heibo" has recovered and returned home, working in the local county government. On the phone, I said to him: "Heibo, you're doing well!"

There was a "hehe" laugh from the other end of the phone, and I could imagine his expression and look: "That's right. As a temporary worker, just do your job well!"

I smiled and said, "You can definitely do it. The training and assessment in the army are not a problem, and local work is no problem."

There was still a giggle on the other end of the phone. When asked about his memories of the army, he recounted many stories about how his comrades helped him. He said: "Section Chief, the one I want to thank you most is you. The photo you took really affected me. I was originally a 'backward' soldier, but this photo helped me find my confidence and make my military career better." Live a fulfilling and meaningful life. "

I said: "We should all be grateful for this photo, which records our past and changes our future."

Hang up. I got on the phone and pulled out this photo from my computer. At this moment, drizzle started falling outside the window again. When I looked at it again, I found that the figure that was desperately moving forward seemed to have run into my heart and became a warm current, accumulating infinite power.