Chapter 7: First-Class Soldier Armor

As the command in my mind was issued, a strange scene unfolded

This bizarre scene completely overturned their understanding, and could only be explained by deities or enchanting spirits

Gongsun Bai looked up at the mountain path ahead, a flash of inspiration struck his mind, and he continued to issue commands: "Select the equipment system menu, manufacture 100 rejection antlers!"

Sorry, you are missing the material Beast Tendon. 1 Level 1 Material Voucher can be exchanged for 10 Beast Tendons. Please confirm if you would like to exchange for 100 Beast Tendons

The other soldiers finally awakened, kneeling on the ground in unison, and shouted: "We are willing to follow the young master, and we will never disclose what happened today. If we violate this vow, we shall surely face divine retribution"

Wu Ming, with his hand shielding his eyes from the sun while on horseback, gazed into the distance for a moment. Then, pointing his long knife, he shouted loudly: "Hurry, the vanguard has already reached the foot of the front mountain. We must quickly rush to the back mountain to intercept the defeated enemy."

Gongsun Bai strolled along, enjoying the melodious chirping of birds and the fragrant flowers, with the gentle sound of flowing water accompanying him, feeling quite content and in no hurry at all

Only the sound of clattering echoed, and a miracle appeared once again

OK, 100 stone arrowheads have been manufactured. 1 Level 1 material voucher can be exchanged for 100 feathers. Please confirm whether to exchange the remaining Level 1 material voucher for 1000 feathers

Gongsun Bai took a deep breath and decisively issued the command: "Take out all the rejected deer antlers, crossbows, and feathered arrows!"

Brave soldiers, you look at me, and I look at you, with eyes filled with terror and trembling

Gongsun Bai slightly parted his lips, revealing a strange and eerie smile, infused with both authority and intimidation, and declared: "From this moment on, you shall be my trusted personal guards. I have the assistance of divine spirits, and in the future, I shall not treat you unfairly. However, you must remember to keep this matter confidential and not disclose what has transpired today; otherwise, even if I do not kill you, you will surely face divine retribution, and your entire family will find it difficult to survive!"

Co-processed wood 100, Level 1 material proficiency 100 / 100, material system warehouse space is fully occupied

Wu Ming smiled bitterly and said: "Young Master, you are inexperienced in battle and may not be aware of the situation. The enemy on Niu Mountain numbers over five hundred, but they are merely a disorganized rabble, poorly equipped. If a large army were to attack the stockade, how could they withstand the strong bows and crossbows of the front line? They would surely flee to the back mountain. However, they still have four to five hundred men, and being cornered, they will undoubtedly act like a cornered dog, desperately trying to break through. We, on the other hand, have only a hundred men, all armed with blades, and we lack bows and crossbows. How can we withstand three to four hundred desperate foes? Especially the bandit leaders Zhang Yu, Yang Xin, and Chen Jing, all of whom are exceptionally brave and ruthless. If we were to engage in a head-on confrontation, it is likely that our entire force would be annihilated. The loss of my life would be a minor concern, but if anything were to happen to you, Young Master, I would have no excuse for my failure!"

The journey of thirty li is ultimately not short, and the soldiers are panting and drenched in sweat. Moreover, these seasoned veterans are somewhat aware that there will be no benefits to be gained from this battle, which adds to their despondency and leads to a chorus of complaints.

Having spoken, he turned around and swiftly walked towards the left side of the road, pointing at the dense forest on the steep slope, and shouted loudly: "In my name, fell the trees!"

Manufacture 1,000 feathered arrows, complete immediately

However, after pondering for a while, Gongsun Bai suddenly felt a spark of inspiration before him

Gongsun Bai was already overjoyed, secretly checking Wu Ming's loyalty to him, which had surprisingly reached 95. He then selected a few soldiers who were kneeling behind him to examine, and their loyalty surprisingly ranged from 75 to 85.

Gongsun Bai stepped forward and personally helped Wu Ming to his feet, then waved his hand to the other soldiers and said, "Everyone, get up!"

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Along the mountain path flanked by lush vegetation, everyone hurried and dawdled until they finally reached the foot of the back mountain. Before them lay a mountain path about five to six feet wide, winding down through the dense forest, leading directly to the foot of the mountain

Wu Ming looked at Gongsun Bai in astonishment, shook his head, and said nothing, merely continuing to ride slowly. It was evident that he did not take the words of this young master, who had not yet grown facial hair, to heart.

It is evident that Gongsun Xu is seeking personal revenge, aiming to bring about his own demise, while also dragging down Wu Ming, who is close to him.

Gongsun Bai took a deep breath and issued a command in his mind: "Select the crossbow menu, manufacture 100 crude crossbows, and complete it immediately!"

The soldiers all stopped in their tracks, turning back in surprise to look at Gongsun Bai; after all, he was the son of General Fenwu, and could not be treated with neglect

Wu Ming's expression changed dramatically, and he shouted urgently: "It is the defeated enemy fleeing, quickly, set up the stag horn formation and block the mountain path ahead!"

A series of sharply pointed deer antlers fell from the void, neatly arranged before Gongsun Bai, instantly piling up into a mountain; then, a number of large crossbows slowly descended, scattering to Gongsun Bai's left; finally, bundles of ten feathered arrows emerged, falling in heaps to Gongsun Bai's right

OK, you are now at proficiency level 1 in the crossbow system with a score of 100 / 100. Is there anything else you need?

Sorry, you are missing 100 arrow materials and 100 feather materials. There are blue stone materials available for selection within the target range. Please confirm whether to process stone arrows

I can't believe it, in an instant, Gongsun Bai felt that something was terribly wrong with him

The soldiers hurriedly followed closely behind Wu Ming's horse, for military orders are as heavy as a mountain. If they did not appear on the mountain path to the west of Wangniu Mountain at the moment the enemy was fleeing, it would be considered a violation of military orders

Wu Ming carefully surveyed the surrounding terrain, and then his gaze fell upon the dense thicket on the right side of the main road. To the left of the mountain path was a steep slope, covered with thick trees; to the right was a patch of grassland, measuring over a hundred meters in diameter, filled with reeds taller than a person.

When they raised their heads, what they saw were faces filled with astonishment. The shock was beyond description in words. Over a hundred soldiers from Youyan, including Wu Ming, looked at Gongsun Bai with eyes that expressed not only shock but also fear and reverence.

Suddenly, a piece of blue stone weighing over 100 pounds on the steep slope shattered, transforming into a rain of stones that flew towards Gongsun Bai, and then vanished into the void

OK, 1,000 arrows have been manufactured. May I ask if you would like to retrieve 100 crude crossbows and 1,000 arrows?

Gongsun Bai felt a surge of warmth in his heart, and facing Wu Ming's sincere gaze, he firmly patted his shoulder: "Good brother! Gongsun Bai acknowledges you!"

At that moment, a sudden clamor erupted from the mountaintop ahead, accompanied by shouts of battle, cries of anguish, and the faint sound of footsteps. This commotion startled the birds in the forest, causing them to take flight, flapping their wings in a flurry and soaring in all directions.

Gongsun Bai glanced around and instantly understood—this was going to be a case of hiding like a turtle. A hundred soldiers lying in ambush in the grass three zhang away? Don't be ridiculous! At most, wait until the enemy soldiers have run far away, shout a few times, and kill a few stragglers from the defeated troops, that would be more like it

It is evident that the veteran Wu Ming intends to do just that. The soldiers around him rushed towards the bushes while generously praising the wisdom of their commander.

Gongsun Bai glanced at the materials interface, noting that there were 30 units of wood remaining. He issued another command: "Select the weapons interface and manufacture 100 wooden spears."

Wu Ming revealed a helpless smile on his face: "Young Master, the number of bandits is several times that of us. We have neither bows nor arrows, nor any advantageous position to defend. How can we resist the bandits? You are of noble status, and even if I risk being punished by the eldest young master, I must ensure your safety."

Gongsun Bai slowly walked up to Wu Ming and said in a deep voice: "General Wu, with three to four hundred bandits and three leaders among them, are you really willing to give up such a great achievement?"

OK, 100 deer antlers have been manufactured, proficiency in level 1 equipment system is 100 / 100

Finally, when the sun was at its zenith, Wang Niushan was already in sight from afar. Among the undulating mountains, a particular peak stood out prominently. In fact, it was merely about one hundred meters high, but it appeared relatively towering and steep amidst the surrounding lower hills.

Wu Ming pointed at the dense grass and resolutely shouted: "All of you, conceal yourselves in the grass and prepare for an ambush, at least three zhang away from the path. Without my command, no one is allowed to act rashly!"

Gongsun Bai said no more, continuing to follow behind Wu Ming on horseback, occasionally turning back to shout a few words, urging the troops behind to catch up. After all, he was a leader of the group, and he had to maintain some authority.

OK, 100 wooden long spears have been manufactured, level 1 weapon proficiency 100 / 100

Only the sound of the whistling wind can be heard, as the dense trees, each as thick as a bowl, on the steep slope are cut off one after another, then rise into the air one by one, flying towards Gongsun Bai, and just as they approach Gongsun Bai, they suddenly disappear.

Wu Ming stared blankly at Gongsun Bai, feeling as if he were in a dream. After a long while, he finally came to his senses and was the first to kneel on the ground: "I, Wu Ming, am willing to follow you for life, and I will never disclose what happened today. If I go against this vow, I shall face divine retribution"

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Hahaha... General Wu need not be disheartened, they are merely mountain bandits, this great achievement is already in our grasp!" Gongsun Bai laughed heartily.

Indeed, the materials menu in my mind is filled with stacks of wood, occupying 100 spaces in the materials storage, and I have finally completed the proficiency required for the upgrade of the materials system

However, in the blink of an eye, over a hundred trees soared into the air, vanishing near Gongsun Bai. The slope was left bare, with only stumps remaining, each cut surface as smooth as if it had been sliced by a knife

In just a few days, I have already gained over a hundred followers, which can indeed be considered quite fortunate

Gongsun Bai revealed a strange smile at the corner of his mouth and shouted loudly, "Hold on!"