Ch. 201Struggle for Benefits
Key Plot Points and Events
- The slots for the major regional training competition are highly sought after due to their significance and the investment by the fire department.
- The Guiyang Detachment's allocation of slots is criticized by other detachments as unfair, leading to a dispute.
- Fang Huai, a new recruit, is selected to participate in the training, causing discontent among veteran soldiers from other detachments.
Character Developments
- Hao Chengbin learns about the value of the training slots and the unfair distribution, leading him to defend his detachment's decision to send Fang Huai.
- Fang Huai shows his knowledge about the financial structure of the fire department and the differences in resource allocation among detachments, impressing Hao Chengbin and the other soldiers.
Significant Themes
- Fairness and equality in resource allocation among military units.
- The value of training and investment in professional development.
- The importance of merit and qualifications over connections.
Character Interactions
- Hao Chengbin and Fang Huai continue to clash and banter, with Hao Chengbin often trying to teach Fang Huai a lesson and Fang Huai responding with wit and confidence.
- The soldiers from different detachments express their envy and discontent towards the Guiyang Detachment, leading to a heated discussion.
- Lian Xu, a seasoned soldier, tries to mediate the dispute and maintain a clear perspective on the issue.