The competitions would happen again and again until the real one. The closer they got to the final battle, the harder the competitions would become. Xinghe understood what he meant. "Therefore, no matter how small the competition, if we can win, we must."
"That's right!" Munan nodded. That was the only way to keep the soldiers' morale high. A greater number of competition victories would translate to a great final victory. The superior wouldn't like a platoon that loses constantly, after all.
"Then, you have to suggest a friendly competition this time," Xinghe told him.
Munan was shocked. "You mean now?"
"Yes, pose them a challenge tomorrow."
"But, wouldn't the challenge be too sudden? Will we have time to prepare?"
Xinghe said softly, "You should always be in a prepared state."
Munan turned serious. "You're right! I'll ask them for a challenge tomorrow!"
