Chapter 5

Wen Ji is aware of this, but he believes that the opponents are three ogres. If the team members are informed now, they may feel fear and hesitate to carry out the mission

At this moment, the town's bell rang again, but it was to inform everyone that the danger had been lifted

This task will soon have a significant impact on the Morning Star Mercenary Corps

Hearing this, Wenji raised her head to look at him

Wen Ji was astonished to discover that Mu actually had a gentle side, as since their first meeting, his demeanor made her feel as if he were wearing a mask, concealing any emotional changes, as if he were completely devoid of feelings

In the evening, the girls went out to buy snacks and sweet wine to celebrate their victory, and they held a celebration party in the largest room of the lounge.

The old town mayor expressed his anger, stating that if more capable personnel were not dispatched, he would cancel the commission

He believes that today is sufficient; what remains is continuous practice and practical experience

Seeing the girls so happy, Mu's gaze softened somewhat; however, their coquettishness truly made him feel uncomfortable

After all, they have not yet tested whether the things they practiced can truly deal with the ogres

Therefore, this time the task assigned to Commander Mu is the infantry squad led by Wen Ji, who has just returned. Wen Ji is the only female squad leader in the Fourth Company, and all the female soldiers of the Fourth Company are concentrated in her squad

Upon returning to the town, I encountered the former mayor who had come back from exile.

After Mu finished speaking, he took a few steps, turned around, and said, "Don't just stand there in a daze, hurry up and lead the team back. The sooner we return, the sooner we can rest"

At this moment, the girls' noisy voices have ceased; the party may have come to an end

"Deputy Squad Leader, thank you for ensuring that none of us were injured while defeating the ogre. Um, I feel quite foolish and don't know what to say, but in any case, I am very grateful to you." Wen Ji bowed and expressed her gratitude to Mu.

Oh! Have you seen it?

After several rounds, the ogre was already covered in wounds and was on the verge of exhaustion

They swiftly defeated two ogres, which greatly excited the female soldiers

Mu selected the ogre surrounded by the weakest gun formation as the first target

Mu heard a girl still talking in her sleep, "That's great... we won... thank you... Sister Wenji... thank you... Deputy Captain..."

The operation has concluded. We will rest here tonight. The team's performance is only satisfactory, and future training efforts must be strengthened.

However, their misfortune is still not as great as that of the last fellow

Looking into those eyes, Malucia felt as if she were immersed in warm water, her mind and spirit becoming relaxed and gentle

(Perhaps it is because Wen Ji treats them like sisters that these female soldiers appear to be just ordinary girls!) Mu thought to herself

After observing the appearance of the two individuals, Mu walked up to the young girl, placing his hand on her shoulder, and they faced each other, locking eyes.

As Wen Ji had anticipated, when Mu announced the details of the mission, the female soldiers seated around her gasped, revealing expressions of fear and panic

Before departure, they should be informed about the objectives and targets of the operation! If hetushu.com does not communicate this now, what will happen if they encounter the enemy immediately upon arrival

At noon, a group of nineteen people, including Mu and Wenji, arrived at Qiping Town

This was the first time Wenji heard Mu's voice, a tone that was firm and devoid of any emotion

On the second day after returning to the group, Noxiu assigned Mu Xin a task, which involved dealing with three ogres that had attacked Qiping Town

Observing this situation, Mu thought: (If even the ability to remain calm is so poor, then Wenji's training efforts truly need to be strengthened)

A dozen ordinary female soldiers can easily defeat three ogres; in their view, these female soldiers are at least of an average standard equivalent to excellent warriors of swordsman level or higher

That is not acceptable either, as the task has already been completed

After speaking with Wen Ji, I will go in and ask them to stop the party

"Strikes should fully utilize the strength of the waist and feet; what you are doing, just poking around, has no real power at all"

"No!" Mu replied decisively.

This task is not particularly large, but due to its highly topical nature, it has actually enhanced the reputation of Morning Star even more than the previous achievement of eliminating the Venomous Fang Thieves.

However, this situation lasted only for a few moments, and Mu's gaze returned to its original state, that kind of emotionless gaze that seemed frozen.

Mu is also counted among the female soldiers because of her long braided hair

Mu stepped out of the room to assess the situation, peering inside from the entrance of the party venue.

"I am sorry!" Realizing her slip of the tongue, Marusia hurriedly apologized

At that moment, Wenji was helping the girls one by one onto the bed, tucking them in with blankets, resembling a caring older sister who dotes on her younger siblings

At this point, the old town mayor had calmed down considerably, making it easier for Mu to understand what he was saying this time

Ogres have a strong resistance to attacks from swords and blades, so employing magic attacks by wizards is a more effective method

Wen Ji could only roughly speculate that there were only these few people who came to fight the ogres, and all of them were female soldiers, which made her very dissatisfied, prompting her to file a protest with the introduction office

At this moment, Wenji finally came to her senses, gathered the female soldiers, and led them back to the town

Forget it! It doesn't matter; just relax during your break and let everyone have a good time! However, you must also take the training seriously in the future.

"Captain, I will initially trust what you say, but if the situation differs from what you have described, I will prioritize the lives of my team members." Although Wen Ji was speaking to Noxiu, his gaze was fixed on Mu

Just like its previous kin, a well-timed strike opened a large hole in its chest, and the unfortunate ogre fell down as well

Wow! I can take a hot shower! That's great!

Not wanting to dampen their spirits, Mu retreated to a single room. Taking advantage of this moment, he sat in meditation to refine his energy, stopping only after circulating his breath thirty-six times throughout his body.

"Captain, what kind of joke is this? How could my small team possibly defeat three ogres by ourselves?" Wen Ji slammed her hands forcefully on the table in front of Noxiu.

There are not many warriors capable of exterminating ogres, and female warriors are even rarer. Most of them are guards or close attendants of queens and princesses from various countries, while others are renowned figures. (Morning Star's Phyllia is also well-known for her fierce reputation)

But there was something that would astonish them even more; Mu then proceeded to say that he would teach them a method to kill the ogres.

I sincerely apologize for my oversight! In the past, after completing tasks, if it was just our team, I would let them have a party. This time was no different, so I forgot to seek approval. Please forgive me, and I will immediately ask them to stop.

The representative of the town appeared very pleased to welcome Mu and Wenji, as the mercenaries tasked with eliminating the ogres had finally arrived

The gaze she saw was as gentle and shimmering as the waters of a lake, yet also seemed as calm and encompassing as the night sky. Wenji could feel her heart racing, and a blush appeared on her face.

Mu Yiyi demonstrated and guided them in practicing methods for changing formations in response to enemy movements, effectively restraining the enemy, coordinating attacks, and providing cover for teammates

This is indeed a valuable practical teaching material, and it must be fully utilized. With this thought in mind, Mu had the girls take turns to engage, using this ogre as a live target for practice

After discovering that both companions had been killed, it made every effort to break through and escape, but after finally breaking through the gunfire, it merely fell into the encirclement of another barrage.

Upon hearing the old town mayor's furious tirade, thick with local dialect, about the inability to increase troop numbers, he finally grasped the latter half of Mu's statement, and his expression shifted from anger to astonishment

Mu was not surprised that Noxiu knew he had killed the ogre; such matters could be easily verified through the employment agency. Or rather, it was precisely because he was aware of this that such arrangements were made

During the half-day march and rest periods, the girls chattered incessantly, making Mu feel as if he were surrounded by a flock of sparrows

Mu walked over to see the commotion. As Mu stood at the doorway, a gasp came from behind. The voice belonged to Marusia

Regardless of Wenji's thoughts, Noxiu continued to explain the task at hand

They even dream about it, so it seems they are truly very happy about this matter

"Malucia is my niece. My brother died while fighting the ogres, and he had no other relatives, which is why I brought her to my side," Wenji said, her expression appearing somewhat somber.

Seeing the comical expression of the old man with his mouth agape and frozen, Mu and the female soldiers behind Wenji all secretly laughed, their faces filled with a sense of pride

Realizing his blunder, the former mayor felt quite embarrassed and quickly changed the subject, asking Mu and the others if they would like to stay the night. He inquired if they needed anything.

These three ogres are slightly smaller than the one Mu killed before, measuring approximately thirteen to fourteen feet tall [3.9 to 4.2 meters]

As the gun formation launched its first attack from behind the ogre, taking advantage of its attention being diverted, the spear, infused with a twisting force, pierced the ogre's heart, creating a bloody hole in its chest.

And after each of his actions, he would offer guidance in words

He specifically switched to the gun formation led by Wen Ji, not only to attribute the credit for killing the ogre to Wen Ji, but also because Marusia was in this squad.

In addition to the requirements for accommodation and meals, Mu also requested that hot water be provided for the team members to bathe and clean themselves, as many, including him, had been splattered with ogre blood during the previous battle

It was only after the commander scolded them to quickly go support Wen Ji's gun formation that the girls came to their senses and hurriedly ran away

However, there was no time to investigate further, as the alarm bell of the watchtower in the town rang out, indicating that the ogre had appeared

Even if the combat power of his subordinates were to double, it would not necessarily mean they could accomplish this task

Mu then turned back to the center and told the female soldiers that he had killed an ogre alone just over ten days ago

For the first time, they defeated such a formidable enemy, and without sustaining a single injury, the female soldiers erupted in joyous cheers

Wen Ji and Mu are meeting for the first time. The last time Xiukela introduced the cadres of the group to Mu, Wen Ji was still on a mission and had not returned.

I am merely fulfilling my promise to you and Marusia

The teaching materials seem to be nearing their end, so this is where we must stop! Mu plans to have the female soldiers conduct one final coordinated attack exercise

Gradually, the female soldiers became increasingly skilled, and Mu also intervened less frequently

However, Noxiu did not say anything; unless the employer has specific requests or tasks, they would not specifically require marching times. It is merely Mu who still retains the habits established by the previous Eastern military regulations.

Mu began specialized training for the girls on how to defeat ogres

"It cost the lives of ... ... seven people. ... ... Only then was it defeated." He seemed to exert a great deal of effort to say this

Having set out a day late, Mu felt it was best to explain to Noxiu that this was necessary preparatory work to minimize casualties, and thus made a special trip to clarify this to Noxiu

The voice is soft and warm, while the gaze is dark and profound

Hearing Noxiu introduce the new deputy squad leader, Wenji looked on with a skeptical gaze, wondering, "Is this person really that strong?"

As they observed this scene, others seemed to be infected by it, also calming down in response

After properly arranging the three severely injured individuals who are not yet fit for activity, the rest returned with Mu to the group to prepare for the next mission

The girls, who had just calmed down due to their surprise, became restless once again

Perhaps to make amends for his previous indiscretion, the former mayor extended the best hospitality to them, including ample hot water, allowing everyone to take a comfortable bath

I did not ask your team to defeat the three ogres; you only need to hold them off. Additionally, someone else is responsible for killing the ogres.

The person being restrained retreats too slowly, which may lead to danger; actions should be taken more swiftly

"The deputy squad leader is so great! I love you the most!"

Mu attracted the attention of the ogre himself, allowing several long spears to take the opportunity to pierce its vital points.

Due to the strong accent of the old town mayor, coupled with his furious shouting, even Wenji could not understand what he was saying, let alone Mu from the East

Are there any wizards participating in this mission

With just a single strike, the ogre was pierced through the heart and killed. Watching Mu, who was splattered with the monster's blood, the six female soldiers stood frozen in place, unable to utter a word as if they had encountered an even more terrifying creature.

The girls may have been drunk or tired from playing, as several of them fell asleep on the ground

After enduring the torment of slow slicing, this poor ogre has finally put an end to its suffering

It only takes half a day to reach Qiping Town. As Wenji gathered her subordinates to set off, she was blocked by Mu.

Wen Ji and two squad leaders each led a formation of soldiers, surrounding the ogre from different sides

The old town mayor immediately requested that their team send reinforcements upon seeing them return

In fact, his so-called method of defeating the ogre is merely a formation of gunfire to besiege the enemy

The coordination of the rear attack was just too poor; it is essential to seize the right moment

Although his squad is the most complete in the Fourth Division, due to differences in the quality and experience of the personnel, their overall combat effectiveness is still inferior to that of the squads led by Shafran and Badola

Unaccustomed to this atmosphere, he stood up during the break to explain marksmanship to the girls, hoping to prevent them from chatting incessantly. However, in order to conserve their energy, Mu only demonstrated himself without asking them to practice.

However, when he realized that the entire force meant to deal with the ogres was just the squad of riflewomen behind him, he began to scream hysterically

Upon hearing that the task involved dealing with three ogres and that only his small team would participate in this mission, the well-featured Wen Ji's face suddenly contorted into a fierce expression

"Is there such a method?" Even the most experienced warrior, Wen Ji, expressed such doubts.

Mu glanced at him, then looked at the situation inside the door

Because thereafter, it was rumored that the combat capability of the Morning Star Mercenary Corps was astonishing, with even a squad composed entirely of female soldiers able to eliminate three ogres at once without sustaining any injuries

Whether this is good or bad, Mu cannot articulate; he merely feels that if one day they must confront greater challenges in the capacity of mercenaries, this state of affairs is untenable

I have stated that this task is to be carried out solely by you. The responsibility of killing the ogre will fall to Mu, who has previously killed an ogre on his own

There have been reports of mercenary groups eliminating bandit groups, and conversely, bandit groups have also been known to eliminate mercenary groups. However, it has never been heard that a dozen female soldiers could defeat three ogres without sustaining any injuries

As long as you follow my instructions, both you and your subordinates will remain safe during this mission

When the girls had a rough grasp of the practice content, the sun was already about to set. Mu observed the situation and indicated that they would set off again tomorrow

Just now, I saw Mu kill the female soldiers who were attacking the ogre, thinking it would be resolved immediately. However, Mu did not take action; he merely watched from the side. Only when the besieging female soldiers were in danger did he intervene to deflect the enemy's attacks

"Uh...! ... Deputy Squad Leader, would you like to join us for a party?" Marusia said softly

It is no wonder that they are so proud, having accomplished a task that was difficult for both teams to complete without any harm.

Only one ogre remains; as long as Mu delivers the final blow, the mission will be complete

Wen Ji turned around to look at Mu, while Mu had not spoken since Wen Ji entered, only nodding politely during Noxiu's introduction.

A female soldier who appeared to be only fourteen or fifteen years old stood up and said, "You must have never seen an ogre, otherwise you would know how terrifying they are"

Recalling the situation at that time, the young girl bit her lower lip, and tears shimmered in her eyes

I do not understand how Wen Ji leads them; they all seem like ordinary girls, completely unlike trained female warriors.

What are you afraid of? Ogres are not invincible," Mu said coldly

He did not respond to what was just said; if he is not mute, then it is an implicit agreement

"Malucia, rest assured, I will not allow those monsters to take anyone else away from you."

The sound of the alarm bell will indicate the direction of the enemy's approach, allowing the townspeople to escape to safety. Following the indicated direction, the Wenji team quickly intercepted three ogres on the open ground outside the town before they invaded.

Hearing the sound of the girl giggling, the old town mayor finally snapped back from his frozen state

"To ...! ... I am sorry ...! We forgot to inform the commander. ... ... to say that we are going to have a party." Marusia said in a panic.

It is precisely for this reason that Morningstar's reputation has risen to a new level, and as a result, more challenging commissions have followed.

Hearing the sound and coming over, Wen Ji was a bit startled to see Mu as well

Turning her head, she saw Marusia, who was holding a bag full of snacks, and another girl holding a bottle of sweet wine standing behind her

It seems rather inappropriate! Most of the girls are wearing lingerie, and I don't think I am suited to be in such a situation

The girl nodded and said, "When I was eleven years old, our village was attacked by a cannibal. Several people in the village were killed by him, and more than twenty men from the village fought against him with weapons, but the result..."

The teams of Shaflang and Badola were dispatched the previous day to support Xiukela. Like Mu and his group, Xiukela also faced the predicament of encountering enemies whose combat strength had increased compared to before

Wen Ji widened her eyes, wanting to challenge the ogre with a sword, at least a warrior of the level of Donier or Philia, who were great swordsmen. However, she heard that the deputy squad leader was merely a swordsman.

Watching them go to support Wen Ji, Mu himself went to eliminate another ogre surrounded by a formation of guns

Yesterday, the female soldiers practiced all day with the gun formation against ogres. Although they were not as frightened anymore, they still felt quite tense

After a night of rest, the girls regained their spirits and strength, and set off for Qiping Town

In the past, the typical women's underwear was a short slip, which could also be worn as sleepwear. The bra is something that only became popular in modern times

The front-line soldiers are responsible for restraining the enemy, while those positioned on the sides and at the rear are tasked with launching the attack

Thank you very much for your permission! On behalf of everyone, I express my gratitude to you. Wen Ji lowered her head and bowed to him

At that moment, a warm-hearted townsman ran over, shouting that the mercenaries had killed the ogre, informing everyone that they could live in peace.