The Glory of Youth — Season 1, Episode 12: The Elder Village's Bizarre Training Holds Deeper Meaning

Episode synopsis

Upon hearing Yu Quanhai was leaving, Xia Zhuo came specially to see him off. Yu Quanhai told Xia Zhuo meaningfully that every person one encounters should not be experienced in vain; what matters most is what one can learn and gain insight from them. After enduring the grueling boot camp, the group reentered the Elders' Village, the final stop of the selection camp. Lin Anbang lay awake that night, reminiscing about his university days with Xia Zhuo, Ouyang Jun, and Yi Zimeng. Training in the Elder Village officially commenced. Lang Yongcheng rode a small motorcycle while leading them on a 10-kilometer run, challenging them: whoever touched the motorcycle's rear first at the finish line would treat him to Hunan rice noodles.

About The Glory of Youth

A group of university students joins the rocket force, facing rigorous training under experienced soldiers. Among them, four roommates—Xia Zhuo, Ouyang Jun, Lin An Bang, and Yi Zi Meng—struggle to adapt. Despite initial doubts, their journey transforms them into true soldiers.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1New Recruits Enlistment Xia Zhuo Excels Deputy Commander Goes Undercover
• E2270th Brigade Conducts Full-Scale Relocation
• E3Xia Zhuo Illegally Enters Restricted Zone and Gets Confined to Barracks
• E4Xia Zhuo and Yi Zimeng Escape the Cave Depot
• E5Xia Zhuo Awarded Third-Class Merit
• E6An Lei establishes the Blade Company
• E7Ace Gunner Selection Begins
• E8Xia Zhuo Abandons the Shortcut to Rescue His Brother
• E9Lin Anbang Eliminated
• E10Seven Days of Extreme Survival Training
• E11Xia Zhuo and others persevere to the finish line
• E13Xia Zhuo's Impulsive Act Leads to a Lesson