Chapter Seven: Discussion of the Old in the Shrine

Liu Jingxiao displayed a look of pride: "The best cavalry commander I have ever seen! ... Ding Ning!"

"That is not me, but one of my subordinates." Liu Jingxiao's response took Su Xue by surprise. Su Xue smiled gently and asked, "May I ask which of Jingxiao's favored ones it is?"

Upon hearing this, Liu Jingxiao was momentarily speechless, her spirits soaring: "Indeed, I did not expect Miss Su Xue to also know this saying!"

As the two conversed more and more in harmony, Su Xue could not help but bring up the old stories of the Republic: "Speaking of General Shen's bold words, it is truly regrettable... these two capable divisions actually..."

A Xue's statement is incorrect; although the Shen family at sea may not be numerous, they have long had renowned generals skilled in battle. Jing Xiao is indeed considered a fierce and capable warrior

Top Ten Grand Statements? Is there the one from Shen Shuai: The Sixth Town is here, and the Twelfth Town and the library are also here

Congratulations to Jingxiao

Indeed... the Great Wild Goose Pagoda alliance... the White Horse Temple pact... the uprising in Tongzhou... the battle at Qingshi Town...

What Axue said is precisely ... ... the losses of the Twelve Divisions in the northern desert, though not as devastating as the losses during the campaign against Silla in previous years, reading history up to this point truly makes one sigh in lamentation, where is the Sixth Town now ... ...

Liu Jingxiao looked up at Su Xue's charming face and smiled, saying: "They both have something to discuss."

... ...

Looking at the beautiful general who towered over her by a head, as she spoke of her proud achievements, Liu Jingxiao felt a surge of pride in her heart, an indescribable joy that left her at a loss for words. After a long while, she finally said: "Xiaoxue, you jest. Back in the day, Jingxiao raised her banner in Lunan solely to repay General Ding's kindness in recognizing my talents."

I came to Beijing this time to exchange a silver eagle for a golden star

Upon hearing this, Su Xueqiu's eyes, like autumn water, suddenly brightened, and she asked, "May I ask who it is?"

Then A Xue, please do not be polite, just call me Jing Xiao

Lin Ziyin holds a special status in the hearts of female soldiers during the Republican period. Prior to the Republic, there were no female soldiers in the former Jin Army, and at the onset of the Restoration Volunteer Army, there were only a few female soldiers in auxiliary units. It was not until the establishment of the Thirteen Towns, founded by Lin Ziyin, that a significant number of female soldiers entered the military. Therefore, many women in the military regard Lin Ziyin as a goddess

Su Xue is also a female general from Humen, who has taken up this topic that ordinary women are not interested in: "Thirteen Towns, cover the entire army! This is a famous saying of Mr. Ziyin!" and books

Liu Jingxiao felt a secret joy upon hearing this, but upon further reflection, a profound sense of desolation emerged. After a moment's pause, he replied: "He was a subordinate of mine during my time in the frontier army, truly one of the finest warriors among my old troops. Unfortunately, he died in the battle to aid Hubei." His words were filled with deep sorrow

Su Xue's jade-like face flashed with a hint of teasing: "So that's why you were kicked out, isn't it?"

Where have Principal Yan and Chief of Staff Guo gone?

Listening to Su Xue recount the old stories of the founding of the Republic, Liu Jingxiao turned around and cast a look of approval: "Indeed, what I regret most in my life is that I was born a hundred years too late, unable to follow General Ziyin... Thinking of the great battle at Haihe... Jingxiao becomes overwhelmed with excitement!"

The two engaged in a lively conversation and soon found a stone table nearby to sit down. Upon inquiry, they discovered that they both graduated with a major in military history. As their discussion progressed, they found more common ground and gradually shifted the topic to the Shen family at sea.

Miss Su Xue, under the guidance of Commander Su, instantly blossomed like a flower, and she said: "Commander Liu, just call me A Xue!"

Upon hearing Su Xue's words, Liu Jingxiao could not help but exclaim: "Indeed, this statement may be considered one of the top ten grand declarations of the early years of our shared era"

Since its establishment in the early years of the Republic, the General's Office has been responsible for the management of military ranks nationwide. Even promotions in military ranks in the southwestern provinces must go through the General's Office. However, the procedures have been overly rigid. Take Liu Jingxiao as an example; according to regulations, he should have been promoted to lieutenant general with the corresponding rank. Yet, due to the limitations imposed by the years of service, he is still listed as a colonel in the records of the General's Office.

Su Xuejiao was not concerned about the status difference between the two, and playfully scolded, "Why be so polite with your own people? Why say so many formalities?"

Su Xueliu, the commander of the border troops, established his forces in a hasty manner, yet this newly formed army indeed possesses formidable combat strength. During the Battle of Guidé, both sides fought fiercely, resulting in a life-and-death struggle. However, after the battle, the officers of the 23rd Division praised the combat capabilities of Liu's army. Su Xueliu slightly brushed aside her hair, a glint of cunning flashing in her eyes, and replied: "My late father also held great admiration for Jingxiao's command abilities. He said that had he known that such an extraordinary man as Liu Shizhang was stationed at Guidé, he would never have dared to lead the charge into Guidé."

However, General Shen's decision to withdraw from the fray can be considered a wise move... Unfortunately, the Sixth Division subsequently vanished without a trace, and General Shen's descendants abandoned the military for commerce. The valiant spirit that once shattered over ten thousand elite cavalry in the great battle of Qingshi Town is no longer seen...

What a grand era it is...

By the way, which sister are you coming to Beijing to see this time

"Even Commander Liu appreciates this painting... Mr. Ziyin's elegance in those years truly shines through the ages"