Chapter 8: First Entry into Bingzhou Army

In fact, the rules are quite simple; they are merely a test of the abilities of those who come.

This area is close to the northern frontier, where there are often threats from the Xiongnu.

It is important to understand that ordinary people would not eagerly seek to join the military if they were not struggling to make ends meet

Call!

Well said

With a firm grip on the reins, Zhang Wei reversed his stance and tightly held the steel gun, forcefully squeezing it as he charged towards Wei Tao

Dada... ...

War

"It is not for me to question your words, my lord. Since you wish to enlist in the military, there is certainly no objection to that. However, the rules remain as they are, and I hope you can understand."

Otherwise, there would not always be a recruitment office established here

The recruitment office is not located within the military camp; in fact, it can be said that it is quite a distance away from the camp.

Wei Tao also smiled, indeed, what is there to be afraid of

Chen Liu Wei Shi, having heard of the Xiongnu disturbances at the borders of our Great Han, wishes to emulate the achievements of my ancestor Wei Qing and strike north against the Xiongnu. Hearing of General Lü Fengxian's renowned reputation, I have come specifically to offer my service. As I have no accomplishments to my name, I am willing to start as a common soldier.

As they both raced around the track, Wei Tao had already realized that the opponent's riding skills were certainly on par with his own

In fact, after experiencing the charm of Luoyang, although the unique qualities of this place are quite alluring, Wei Tao has no intention of spending time here.

The only thing that surprised Wei Tao somewhat was that even after personally killing five or six people, he felt no discomfort at all

Subconsciously, this old soldier Wu has already regarded Wei Tao as a gentleman

Beside him, it was unclear when that old soldier Wu had already brought over the stored horses and long spears, but Wei Tao did not hesitate at all. He swiftly grabbed a long spear, mounted the horse directly, and then galloped away.

However, Wei Tao was too lazy to engage in further discussions and directly asked what other regulations and books were available

But are you brave enough to fight?

However, Wei Tao is still Wei Tao. Although he has never witnessed any battles, he has seen countless large and small events. Therefore, even when pressured by the imposing atmosphere of the military formation, he is still able to remain calm

Perhaps it is in my nature to be destined to become a general

With a loud shout and a powerful squeeze of the horse's belly, Wei Tao shot out like an arrow released from its bow.

Until Gao Shun gently nodded, then a person rushed out, directly leaping onto a horse and galloping towards the training ground.

Good! Follow me!

Oh? Is this the person? They do seem a bit younger than expected

Ding!

Before his arrival, Wei Tao had already heard that the name of Lü Bu had become widely renowned. He had fought against the Xiongnu several times, and although he had achieved numerous victories, he had also suffered considerable losses.

The border city presents a scenery distinct from Luoyang, and as one strolls through it, a different kind of charm becomes evident

General Gao, this is the person who has just come to enlist, named Wei Tao. He is from the Wei family of Chenliu and has brought his own weapons and horses. I have brought him to you directly as per your instructions.

Gao Shun nodded slightly, but his impression of Wei Tao was somewhat lacking. However, Gao Shun was a meticulous person; his eyes narrowed slightly as he fixed his gaze on Wei Tao and spoke.

Seeing Wei Tao rushing back and forth, those in the camp above and below acted as if they were oblivious to his presence. Even at this moment, when Wei Tao shouted loudly, there was still no response whatsoever

Wei Tao's remarks were both courteous and measured

He directly arrived at the recruitment office

Gao Shun strode purposefully towards the camp's exit, and upon reaching outside the tent, he let out a loud shout

He is just a rookie, still a half-grown child, yet he has suffered such a loss himself

Two opposing forces collide, suddenly delivering a decisive blow; this moment is devoid of any embellishment, relying solely on the combined strength of the individuals involved

General Liu Wei of the Xianzhanying, do you dare to engage in battle!

At that moment, Wei Tao stepped forward, bowed to Gao Shun, and spoke aloud.

It is not that one cannot continue due to natural disasters or man-made calamities; which man would willingly become a soldier, and how could one be willing to come to this place to serve as a soldier?

I do not dare to claim how high my martial skills are, but I can assert that I am unafraid even when facing mountains of knives and seas of fire. The Xiongnu threaten the borders of the Han Dynasty, and as a citizen of the Han, it is my duty to eliminate them.

Amidst the sound of hooves, Wei Tao galloped back and forth on the training ground, completing a full circle. With a pull of the reins, the horse leaped into the air and came to a stop

After all, Wei Tao took the official road, so there shouldn't be so many troubles

What is it that you wish to discuss with me

The momentum is invisible and intangible, yet standing before hundreds of people, with the opposing side's morale so high, Wei Tao felt as if his own courage had diminished by a third even before the battle had begun

Even if one does not advance at this moment, the future prospects are not something that mere foot soldiers can compare to

If the soldiers of the Vanguard Camp were to hear this, they would surely be greatly astonished. It is well known that Gao Shun is usually very strict and rarely gives any evaluation of a person, let alone such a high one.

Kill

However, in the face of Wei Tao, who is likely to become his superior in the future, one cannot afford to act in such a manner. After the routine procedures are completed, he directly takes Wei Tao back to the barracks.

However, at this moment, Zhang Wei did not consider these matters. Instead, in front of many soldiers, he suffered such a significant loss, which instantly filled him with extreme anger

The young and inexperienced are not afraid of tigers; with a surge of passion in Wei Tao's heart, he stepped forward and spoke loudly.

At! At! At!

A good iron does not strike nails, and a good man does not serve in the army

On ordinary days, this old soldier Wu would naturally have people wait slowly by the side, only bringing them back to the camp when it was dark.

Good

What is there to be afraid of

In the late Eastern Han Dynasty, natural disasters and human calamities arose in succession. Although it was not yet to that extent at this time, Wei Tao encountered a wave of bandits along the way after waking up.

Initially, I did not take Wei Tao seriously, thinking that I could simply exchange a few moves with him to make him retreat in defeat. However, upon engaging, I unexpectedly found myself at a disadvantage. How can I prevent him from feeling disheartened?

There was no one beside Gao Shun, so no one heard these words

The recruitment office has not enlisted anyone for several days, and now only one person has come in, which naturally surprises the old soldier.

Wei Tao's heart raced; although there were only a few hundred people, the overwhelming aura of invincibility made him unable to suppress a feeling of wanting to retreat

Kill

Thus, in this city, those who come to enlist do not bring any weapons with them, let alone horses

Although Wei Tao did not experience many battles, he relied on his swift horse and gun to charge back and forth, scattering the enemy with just a few passes

The man at the recruitment office was slightly taken aback upon seeing Wei Tao come in to enlist, and after a moment, he expressed his surprise.

This is also taken for granted; a military camp is a place of great importance, where it is not so easy for people to approach

Could it be Gao Shun

General Gao

Those who can serve as officers and handle the recruitment affairs are certainly not without insight, and thus they are also aware that the arrival of someone like Wei Tao likely signifies not just enlisting as a soldier, but also serving as a leader.

After more than ten days of traveling, Wei Tao finally arrived at the city of Guancheng in the He Nei County. Traveling alone, Wei Tao encountered quite a few troubles along the way

Although most people are actually reluctant to serve in the military, this primarily refers to the dangers at the borders. If it were in other cities, there would not be such military threats, and there are still quite a few people willing to make a living this way

However, although the words are not incorrect, I do not know your abilities. Do you dare to engage with me in a contest?

Of course, this is merely a rapid lifting of stones, but for Wei Tao, it is quite simple, and he easily passed the so-called test

After entering the military camp, the old soldier Wu did not allow Wei Tao to wander around. After placing down all the weapons and horses for him, he immediately led him to a tent.

This should be the ambush camp that Gao Shun would rely on to dominate the world in the future, truly remarkable

In fact, to call them mountain bandits is an overstatement; they are merely a gathering of more than twenty idle vagrants.

Chen Liu Weitao, who will fight with me?

However, with the extensive martial skills honed by renowned generals such as Cao Cao, Cao Ren, and Cao Hong, how could Wei Tao possibly be afraid

After a long and arduous journey to Hanoi County, Wei Tao did not linger much on the streets

Gao Shun's eyes lit up, as he understood that Wei Tao's shot was not merely a matter of leveraging the horse's strength. In that instant of confrontation between the two sides, it was a sudden thrust that struck just before Zhang Wei could unleash his power, launching the offensive a step ahead.

Zhang Wei is also of a fiery temperament; he too shouts loudly and comes straight at it.

With a single call from Gao Shun at https://www.hetushu.com, in an instant, hundreds of people lined up in formation, their loud shouts echoing as if shaking the heavens and the earth, a powerful military aura surged forth.

It is worth considering that although the vanguard is composed of infantry, being able to become a commander, how could one not excel in equestrian skills

In the eyes of those bandits, directly killing Wei Tao and then throwing him into the mountains would leave no one the wiser

What is there to fear?

Although Gao Shun did not look at Wei Tao when he spoke, Wei Tao knew that the words were directed at him

Although it is said that Zhang Wei did not exert his full strength, being able to achieve this at such a young age suggests that in the future, our Han dynasty may indeed gain another capable general

Where is the encampment of the trapped troops

Inside the tent stood a rugged-looking man, clad in armor, who appeared to be quite amiable.

But surprisingly, Wei Tao was still somewhat unsteady, while Zhang Wei suddenly swayed, and the steel gun in his hand flew out with great force. If he had not held on tightly, the gun would have likely flown out of his hand directly

Perhaps it was because Wei Tao was alone and riding a horse, which indicated that he was a wealthy individual, that a group of bandits directly set their sights on him

At the same time, Wei Tao also understood that although his former martial arts mentor was also a senior, he probably could not compare to this one.

Gao Shun was a deputy general of Lü Bu, and he was also a very upright and principled general, which is to be expected in this context

Are you here to apply? Not bad, you also have weapons and horses, it seems you possess some skills

I have met General Gao, and it is indeed said that ambition is not determined by age; one can live a hundred years without purpose. Gan Luo was able to serve as a prime minister at the age of twelve. Although I am not very old, I possess a strong desire to serve my country. Now, having heard of General Lü's exceptional bravery and his continuous victories against the Xiongnu, I have come to enlist in the army.