Chapter 6: Enlistment

Liu's expression froze for a moment, and he asked in confusion: "Could it be the sword that severed your sword yesterday?"

The audience responded with a thunderous applause.

Within the expansive schoolyard, hundreds and thousands gather in a throng

Liu's brows furrowed slightly, and then she coldly laughed, saying: "There are very few swords in the world that can cut through iron like mud. Even the legendary swords like Ganjiang, Moye, Yuchang, and Longyuan are no exception. I do not know how Bai'er managed to obtain this sword, but I do know that Bai'er is not a fool and would never easily part with it"

"Who has taken my treasured sword? I clearly hung it on the wall, yet it has vanished the moment I turned around. If I cannot find my sword, none of you shall expect to live!"

What are you arguing about? Are you two looking for trouble?

Wuwuwu

However, this body does not seem to be lacking, and the army is not marching quickly. Gongsun Bai did not feel particularly tired. After walking for two or three miles, Wu Ming in front finally turned around and respectfully said: "Young Master, since this is your first time on the march, it may be somewhat inconvenient. Would it be better for me to let Fifth Young Master ride this horse first?"

After a long time, Gongsun Xu finally came to a realization. Without realizing it, his eyes blazed with anger as he kicked a table in front of him to the ground, gritting his teeth and cursing: "You ungrateful wretch, you will pay for this sooner or later!"

After cursing, he suddenly thought, damn it, although I am the son of a stepmother, I am still the biological son of the head of Guangyang. Surely someone should come to deliver clothing, armor, and weapons, and also show me the way, right? Am I supposed to go around looking for places like a fool?

"Young master, please spare my life. I would not dare to steal your treasured sword even if I had ten times the courage."

Gongsun Bai looked at Wu Ming, whose face was as pale as death, with a strange expression, a hint of doubt flashing through his mind

Gongsun Bai's face suddenly turned pale, and he angrily shouted: "Get the hell out of here, you all think you're the leaders, what am I supposed to be?"

I must say, my dear brother, you are being too courteous. However, if you are courteous, I cannot afford to be courteous in return. In the military, without rules, how can one establish authority? Moreover, if I cannot even cover a mere distance of 50 li, how will I be able to charge into battle in the future and confront those formidable figures with a combat power above 80?

Wu Ming

Gongsun Bai squinted his eyes, gazing at the imposing Gongsun Xu on the stage, and couldn't help but secretly admire him. Truly worthy of being the commander of 65, he possesses considerable charisma

After the roll call was completed, Gongsun Xu took a long breath, allowing his voice to expand and clearly reach the audience below

Wu Ming hurriedly said: "I am Wu Ming, a hundred-man commander under the great prince. I have come specifically to welcome you upon hearing that the prince wishes to join the army"

Wu Ming's face turned red as he hurriedly helped Gongsun Bai to his feet. The two exchanged pleasantries until Xiao Wei brought over the breakfast meal, at which point they ceased their conversation

Roll call

Thinking of this, I immediately pulled the blanket over my head and continued to sleep soundly

Strength 67, Intelligence 55, Politics 38, Leadership 56, Health 91, Loyalty 80. A cold voice echoed in my mind

War

Wu Ming, accompanied by Gongsun Bai, crossed the gate and entered the camp, where dozens of soldiers were already lined up in formation, bowing to Gongsun Bai and saying: "Salute to Captain Gongsun!"

Wu Ming raised his long knife and shouted: "Set off!"

The two dead servants exchanged glances, both displaying an expression that seemed to say, "You go ahead." Finally, Liang Hong mustered his courage and said with a flattering smile, "Young Master is going to lead the troops; I would like to share in a bit of the glory as well. Look at how Xu Gongzi became a school lieutenant, and his companions Yang Duan and Yang Rui have both become captains. We have watched Young Master grow up; although we may not possess the martial prowess of Yang Duan and Yang Rui, we should at least be able to hold a position as a squad leader or something similar.

We have at least managed to become the captain of an enhanced platoon. I believe it won't be long before we receive promotions, become a colonel, be appointed as a general, marry a beautiful and wealthy woman, and reach the pinnacle of life. Just thinking about it makes me a bit excited

Query the attributes of this person. Gongsun Bai commanded the system

Martial strength 67, which is 4 points higher than Gongsun Xu, can be considered a robust and formidable individual. After all, those with martial strength above 80 are renowned generals commanding an army. Particularly noteworthy is the loyalty level reaching 80, while the loyalty of those two deceased bodyguards is merely 75, which greatly surprised Gongsun Bai

Gongsun Bai suddenly realized that today was the first day of military service, how could he be late? He hurriedly put on his clothes and suddenly glanced around, frowning in confusion and asking, "The sky outside is still dark, when did you all become more proactive than Xiao Wei? Speak, what schemes do you have?"

By the order of the Prefect, thirty li west of the city, there are Yellow Turban bandits gathering in the mountains of Wangniu, causing havoc in the countryside. I command our troops to exert all efforts to encircle and eliminate them. Are you all willing to fight

The servants on the ground were beaten to a pulp, crying out in agony and desperately begging for mercy

He turned around after speaking and said, "Hurry up and present the young master's armor."

Look, look, this awareness, this vision, this attitude, it is beyond words, unlike certain sycophants within the government who do not regard the illegitimate son as a second-generation official

At the moment Gongsun Bai finished dressing, he suddenly realized: "You, could it be that you are my direct superior?"

Gongsun Xu saw that he was from the Liu family, so he had no choice but to stop whipping and, still filled with anger, pointed at those servants and scolded: "This group of worthless slaves, they refused to let the precious sword that Fifth Brother sent me be lost. That sword can cut through iron like mud, yet it is a treasure worth its weight in gold"

"Obey... obey the command!" Wu Ming was momentarily taken aback and numbly agreed.

Gongsun Xu's voice became so angry that it changed pitch

... ...

Gongsun Xu looked at the well-trained troops with satisfaction, his eyes wandering and searching among the crowd. His gaze passed over Wu Ming and looked behind him. When he saw Gongsun Bai standing askew, a cruel smile involuntarily appeared at the corners of his mouth

On the platform, a young general clad in white robes and armor stood tall and imposing, gazing down at the soldiers below. He was Gongsun Xu, the only legitimate son of the Gongsun family. Behind him stood six military marquises and three military lieutenants.

He elegantly extended his arm, and the audience immediately fell silent, all gazing intently at the young master on the stage

You command a total of four hundred troops in your unit, serving as the vanguard. You are to launch an attack on the enemy stronghold from the west side of Wangniu Mountain, ensuring that you breach the enemy's front fortifications before the main army arrives

Young master, we have not left the room either. If we had stolen it, how could such a large precious sword possibly be concealed?

Upon seeing Gongsun Bai awaken, Wu Ming hurriedly said with respect: "The Fifth Young Master has awakened"

Soon, the chaotic scene quieted down rapidly, and the soldiers lined up in an orderly manner below the stage, looking up at the platform.

Inside the room, five or six servants were kneeling on the ground in fear, their faces pale. Gongsun Xu, with a grim expression, held a riding whip in his hand, fiercely striking the servants while shouting at them in anger

At your command

West City, Daying

Gongsun Bai was at a loss for words, just about to say "no need for formalities," when he suddenly heard the sound of horns rising to the sky from within the camp, echoing throughout the heavens, filling the entire camp with a resounding noise.

... ...

With a stern shout, Liu entered the room and asked, "What sword?"

The scene was bustling with people, dust swirling in the air, as hundreds of horses and men divided into four groups and surged forth.

One hundred elite soldiers, including Gongsun Bai, immediately followed closely behind him, charging out with a loud roar

Yang Duan, Zhang Yu, Chen He, Cai Feng

Li Lie hurriedly put on a smiling face and said: "Young Master, have you forgotten that we are to report for roll call at the camp today?"

War

Before me stood a young commander in his twenties, wearing a leather helmet and a cuirass made of cowhide, who was bowing beside his bed

You will lead your troops to take a detour to the small path on the eastern side of Wangniushan Mountain, intercepting the remnants of the enemy forces. Do not let a single bandit escape, or you will face military law!

The end is near!

... ...

Gongsun Bai's expression became serious as he bent down to bow: "There are rules within the army that must not be broken. I, Gongsun Bai, pay my respects to General Wu!"

Ding dong, the task 'Join the Beiping Army' has been completed, the system rewards you with 10 Military Armor Coins, you currently have 30 Military Armor Coins, proficiency 50, and 20 Level 1 Material Coupons.

Wu Ming's expression changed suddenly, and he said urgently: "Quickly assemble, Fifth Young Master, follow me!"

Wu Ming's expression was one of great embarrassment, and he spoke urgently: "The young master is merely undergoing training in my subordinate's troops for the time being; in the future, he will undoubtedly have boundless prospects. How could I dare to consider myself as his superior?"

The end will be in the future

Amidst the sound of hurried footsteps, the soldiers swiftly rushed out of the gate and ran towards the training ground not far away

The next day, as dawn was just breaking, Gongsun Bai was awakened. The ones who woke him were none other than his two dead servants.

Within the Youzhou army, apart from the White Horse Yisong, only those with the rank of a hundred-man commander or above are qualified to fight on horseback, while those below this rank can only engage in combat on foot

Gongsun Xu on the stage looked at Gongsun Bai, who was running on foot, and a trace of cruel amusement appeared in his eyes

Intercepting the defeated enemy and ruthlessly attacking the drowning dog, such a good opportunity, why does this fellow have a face full of pain

Uncertain of how long I had been asleep, I suddenly heard someone calling in a vague manner: "This humble one, Wu Ming, pays respects to the Fifth Young Master!"

Gongsun Bai suddenly tossed aside the blanket and sat up

Gongsun Xu said: "Indeed."

Stop!

Gongsun Bai asked in confusion: "What does the general mean? We are merely intercepting the remnants of the enemy, the dogs of a defeated family; this is indeed a good opportunity to earn military merit. Why are you so discontented?"

The garrison within Guangyang City consists of no more than 5,000 troops, divided into four camps in the east, south, west, and north. The military camp to the west of the city is where Gongsun Xu's troops are stationed, comprising six divisions and three units, known as the Rage Edge Camp, primarily consisting of archers and crossbowmen, with other types of troops serving as support

War

Gongsun Bai asked in confusion: "Who are you, sir?"

Next, we will begin the roll call

Gongsun Bai took a deep breath, gazing at the soldiers before him. He took a careful glance and found exactly fifty men.

Gongsun Bai rubbed his sleepy eyes, unable to contain his anger. His mother, in her previous life as a programmer, had never had a good night's sleep. Now, as a second-generation official, he still couldn't even get a decent sleep.

The leather helmet and leather armor are similar, but the style is slightly different from that of Wu Ming. Wu Ming took the armor and helped Gongsun Bai put it on, clearly aware that Gongsun Bai would never wear such a thing.

Liu's face was as沉如水, and she coldly said: "Do not torment these innocent servants any longer. Since your fifth brother is able to suddenly produce a precious sword in front of the public, he can naturally make it disappear as well. It seems your fifth brother has learned quite a few tricks from the rivers and lakes; you have been deceived."

After a moment of refusal, Wu Ming also did not insist, but walked slowly, letting out a faint sigh and saying: "This humble life of mine is entirely entrusted to the Fifth Young Master, as I no longer know what offense I have committed against the Eldest Young Master, otherwise..."

Having spoken, he turned and left, leaving Gongsun Xu standing in the room, his eyes filled with confusion

Gongsun Xu was taken aback and asked, "What does mother mean?"