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The sudden appearance of Duan Shuai was clearly not part of everyone’s plan, and they had almost forgotten that a new member would be joining the team.
Duan Shuai had previously crossed paths with Freyr in the Crimson Dragon Army, where they were competitive rivals. After going through a particular mission together, any animosity between them had vanished, replaced by mutual respect.
After all, despite any previous hostility, they had willingly let go of their grievances after that mission. Years had passed, and who would still remember the trivialities of their time in the military? They had shared hardships together; their conflicts had led them to secretly meet for fights, only to be caught by their instructor and severely punished.
All these experiences indicated that their relationship had evolved into a brotherhood. Such a bond was truly worth pondering. If one could not genuinely understand and empathize with the other’s thoughts, they would never truly know what lay within the other’s heart. These matters were unrelated to anything else.
“It’s been a while,” Nosty greeted warmly.
Duan Shuai was clearly unaware that other former comrades would also be joining the team. Seeing two familiar faces brought tears to his eyes. But none of that mattered now; they were together again, working in the same team, and would continue to carry out missions together. This life could last for several years or even decades until they grew old.
Duan Shuai's abilities were well recognized; he was quick to learn and excelled at reverse thinking and tracking. In fact, his skills were more suited for a career as a police officer. However, it seemed the police department wasn’t short on personnel. He could become a detective, but given his military background, he might carry too much of a soldier's demeanor. Perhaps it was best for him to wait two or three years before trying again, allowing him to experience life outside the military.
Isn’t life outside the military just life itself? The routine in a police station certainly differed from that in the army; outside of training, there were many concerns to manage. He lacked formal education; his analytical thinking was raw and developed through reading detective novels and personal simulations.
Joining the Crimson Dragon Army also provided him with cultural training, which initially made it difficult for him to integrate into the military team. Several times he nearly left the Crimson Dragon Army due to failing cultural courses. Even if he were to go into battle in the future, he would struggle to follow orders from military commanders if he couldn't even understand mission briefings—such misunderstandings could lead to disastrous consequences.
Since that incident, Duan Shuai had become one of the most diligent recruits among all newcomers. He was strict with others but even stricter with himself. His active thinking soon helped him stand out. Those months were some of his most challenging yet rewarding days.
Without his past self, there would be no Duan Shuai today; thus, he cherished those times. However, life in the barracks couldn’t last forever. Once his service ended, he returned to a mundane life filled with daily chores and early mornings.
Though life was exhausting, it felt far more normal compared to the hardships endured during his military service.
However, ever since being contacted by Old Comrade, he instinctively resigned from his job. After learning that the team's first mission was about to be executed, he felt immense regret. Fortunately, he managed to arrive in time; perhaps not experiencing the first mission would leave his career feeling incomplete, but the events of that mission were of little consequence anyway, as they were merely a series of malicious operations. The current situation within the association was quite chaotic.
It was not as glamorous as others imagined. Team 116 of the Soldier-Level Hunter Team had officially gathered all its members.
He had never thought it would come to this, but it seemed that the time for action was not far off.
"Welcome to the team."
Everyone in the team was eagerly anticipating the arrival of the newcomer. The harmonious atmosphere of the team could largely be attributed to Freyr's efforts in mediating relationships. Perhaps unbeknownst to him, some unexpected incidents had sparked infighting within the team, but ultimately, Freyr, as a leader, managed to eliminate potential hazards during the early stages of Flame's development.
Not only did he earn honor, but he also fostered a friendly environment among all team members. Most importantly, Commander's character and leadership abilities were unmatched.
The team was still in its early stages of development, but now that all members were present, it was at full capacity. Others wishing to join would find it difficult unless casualties occurred within the team. Despite their desire to be part of such a powerful and harmonious group, their abilities simply did not meet the initial requirements.
Once everyone had arrived, they were ushered inside by the service staff at the entrance.
They ordered some dishes and engaged in lively conversations about life and their experiences with work missions—experiences that few could have imagined and that would likely be hard for anyone outside to believe.
Duan Shuai listened in astonishment, occasionally glancing at Nosty. Nosty was quite perceptive and could sense Duan Shuai's inner turmoil; he nodded empathetically. "Yes, it's all true. I never expected it before I went there. Later, when I peeked into their thoughts, I couldn't believe it either. What you see is not necessarily the real world; if you rely solely on your eyes, you'll be misled by illusions. These illusions may seem fictional to others, but they are very real to us. You think it's all fake because you haven't yet joined the team for a mission. Just one mission can shatter any good illusions you once held about this world. There are too many complexities involved here; it's difficult to explain everything clearly in one go."
"Ah, is it really like that? I didn't expect it to be so terrifying," Duan Shuai said, stunned.
Thus, there was no need for him to do anything else initially; psychological counseling should come first. He needed to be informed about some harsh realities to prepare himself mentally. If he couldn't even break through this thin layer of understanding, he would never be able to handle anything in the future.
To achieve this, some things must be clearly explained step by step, making him understand the significance of the Hunter Association and the dangers involved in missions, including recounting many previous missions word for word.
He should also realize that this is far more dangerous than being a soldier in combat. On the battlefield, soldiers have a chance of surviving; whether they live or die, they are already considered heroes. The Human Alliance would bestow the highest honors upon them, but being a Hunter is different.
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