Chapter Seven, The Command Platform, The Blood of Generals
Defend the homeland and protect the country
Warriors, are you afraid of death?
Li Guang's burning gaze swept over the more than ten thousand soldiers below, his voice like a raging tide, "Warriors, tell me, who is invincible?"
"Yes, Commander!" Le Yi replied straightforwardly. This person was indeed the cavalry commander who had been providing him with special treatment. Naturally, Le Yi did not dare to disobey the orders of his superior, but his gaze strangely lingered on Qin Cheng, clearly filled with confusion and concern.
Unexpectedly, Jiang He’s punch was merely a feint. Seeing Qin Cheng retreat, he took a step forward to close the distance, and his front leg aimed directly at Qin Cheng's lower abdomen
It is I, Qin Cheng replied with a smile
If one were to delve deeper, hitting the red center of a target from eighty paces away, while impressive, does not necessarily indicate extraordinary archery skills. Qin Cheng still remembers that in later times, Lü Bu shot a spear from the gate at a distance of one hundred and fifty paces! Moreover, he severed a red thread from that distance, which is truly remarkable marksmanship
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Li Guang, with his left hand resting on the hilt of his long sword (at this time, the ring pommel sword had not yet become widespread among the border troops), scanned every soldier below the platform with an eagle-like gaze, remaining silent. All the soldiers who met his eyes instinctively straightened their chests a little higher. After a moment, Li Guang waved his right hand, and the more than ten thousand garrison soldiers below immediately fell silent, transforming the previously boisterous atmosphere into one of utter stillness, so quiet that a falling needle could be heard.
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Unfortunately, the management of the military horses is very strict, and unauthorized use is not permitted. Unlike with bows and arrows, where I can still find some ways around it, otherwise I would have liked to have you start practicing riding and archery right now. Your foundation in archery is already sufficient. " After an hour of archery training with Qin Cheng, Le Yi said with some regret.
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The competition is about to begin; let the strengths and weaknesses be determined, and you shall prove your abilities!" Li Guang drew his sword and sheathed it, then with a flick of his cloak, he turned and left. As for the competition, it would be presided over by the deputy general, and thus it commenced.
Speaking of Li Guang, a glimmer of brilliance suddenly appeared in Le Yi's eyes, "General Li's archery skills are truly unparalleled in the army, and no one in the Han can match him!"
Qin Cheng noticed the admiration in Le Yi's eyes, reached out to pat him on the shoulder, and said with a smile: "Work hard, and you will have your day too"
"Alright, I am already content!" Qin Cheng said while collecting the arrows shot by Le Yi, "If it weren't for your decent talent and the fact that your camp leader favors you, allowing you to have special provisions and privately use these iron arrows, it would have been enough for us to drink a pot!"
Upon closer inspection, one could see a handsome young man, approximately twenty-five years old, dressed in cavalry attire, striding quickly towards Qin Cheng and Le Yi. This individual had clear and refined features, an impressive demeanor, and his military uniform was exceptionally well-fitted. Even after a day of training, his uniform was worn neatly, in stark contrast to the disarray of other soldiers. In his every gesture, besides the inherent masculinity of a soldier, there was an air of elegance that made one feel an involuntary sense of comfort upon seeing him. Of course, had he not been wearing an expression of anger, there would have been an additional sense of warmth.
Warriors, are you suffering greatly?
Jiang He did not expect that Qin Cheng's movements would be so swift. He barely managed to protect his chest with both hands. When Qin Cheng's right leg touched his arm, he attempted to lock it with a dragon-catching technique. However, Qin Cheng's kick was merely intended to create distance, and thus he retreated immediately upon contact, causing Jiang He's plan to fail.
At a quarter past the hour of the Snake, General Li Guang, the governor of Shanggu County, accompanied by senior officials of the county, walked past over ten thousand soldiers standing tall like pines and slowly ascended the command platform. As Li Guang, clad in military attire, stepped onto the platform, the deputy general drew his sword and pointed it towards the sky. In an instant, over ten thousand soldiers roared in unison
Roar!
Defend the homeland and protect the country
Le Yi nodded and suddenly broke into a smile, "Those arrows of his were still prepared by General Li in a special way!"
Kill
Roar!
Faced with the sudden attack, Qin Cheng was caught off guard; this fellow struck without warning, showing no signs beforehand. In that moment, he could only evade the blow aimed at him by swiftly sidestepping.
I shall wait and see," Qin Cheng said with a faint smile
Jiang He was taken aback; he did not expect that after Qin Cheng had defeated him in an instant, he would adopt such a demeanor. There was no brutal attack on a fallen opponent, no mockery, no insults, and not even disdain. For a moment, Jiang He's expression became complex, as if he were hesitating.
Jiang He cast a complex glance at Qin Cheng, forcing himself to suppress the pain as he stood up, brushing past Qin Cheng without a second look or further words, and slowly walked towards the barracks
"To the soldiers at https://m.hetushu.com, I will ask you again, what is the mission of the Han army?" The battle robes fluttered in the wind, and Li Guang's figure shone brilliantly under the sunlight, exceptionally tall! That roar seemed to penetrate the soul of every soldier, igniting them all!
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The general is mighty
At this moment, the soldiers were completely unable to control themselves, and could only thrust their long spears into the ground, draw their long swords, and roar towards the sky
The collected useful arrows were placed into the quiver. Qin Chengdao remarked: "General Li truly has a unique approach to leading his troops; this method of his is not something an ordinary general could manage."
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"Good!" General Li Guang roared, driving his long sword fiercely into the general's platform! "However, I must tell all of you soldiers that to protect our homes and defend our country, to kill the enemy and achieve merit, mere passion is far from sufficient! Now, I ask you all, do you have the capability?"
As Jiang He retracted his momentum, a glimmer of brilliance flashed in Qin Cheng's eyes. In an instant, all his strength erupted, and he retreated to the left and right, delivering alternating strikes to Jiang He's ribs with an astonishing speed and force
Do not be afraid
Jiang He was caught off guard as he received a powerful kick from Qin Cheng to his right rib. Jiang He endured the pain, intending to close the distance and attack Qin Cheng at the center line. However, before he could execute his movement, Qin Cheng had already retracted his left foot from the ground, while his right foot almost simultaneously sprang up, striking towards Jiang He's left rib
Warriors, do you dare to fight
Warriors!" Li Guang's voice resonated in the training ground like that of a mighty lion, shaking the very air, "Tell this general, who is the hero?!
As Qin Cheng's right foot just retracted from the ground, his left foot shot up like lightning, striking towards Jiang He’s right flank
During the general examination, the "Rites of the Han Officials" records: "At the time of the beginning of autumn, military drills are conducted, followed by hunting, to assess the talents of the soldiers." The purpose of the general examination is to "evaluate the best among the ranks," determining the strengths and weaknesses of the soldiers through testing. The content of the general examination primarily focuses on equestrian archery, with additional tests on riding, swordsmanship, and spear techniques.
The general is mighty
Every word is filled with emotion, every word cries out in blood
The pitiful Jiang He possesses remarkable skills, yet he has unfortunately encountered the black boxing overlord Qin Cheng of the twenty-first century. Despite his numerous helplessness, he can only suffer in silence.
The rivers and streams are in great turmoil, and we have no choice but to adopt a defensive stance
Le Yi nodded and smiled.
Do not be afraid
Qin Cheng followed Jiang He for about a hundred steps before stopping. Jiang He turned around to look at Qin Cheng, his eyes filled with unmasked anger. "I have come for personal matters, and I am no longer the camp commander of the cavalry. You need not be concerned about my identity. Let me ask you, did you fight with Dong Chu?"
"Jiang Tunzhang? Is there something you need from me?" He and Le Yi saluted the newcomer, and Qin Cheng inquired. The memories in his mind informed Qin Cheng that this person was named Jiang He, who was the cousin of Dong Chu.
Kill
The event will be held as scheduled in three days
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The soldiers watched as Li Guangda walked back to the general's seat, pounding their chests and shouting wildly
Le Yi nodded slightly, saying little, and this was indeed a fact
Over ten thousand loud voices roared together, truly resembling the sound of thunder, with an extraordinary momentum. It was indeed a sound that shook the heavens, resonating throughout the earth, stirring the soul! It seemed as if even the earth was rhythmically vibrating in response!
Over ten thousand soldiers, disregarding the beads of sweat on their faces, the blazing sun overhead, and the tearing of their voices, shouted with all their might. They felt as if they were burning at that moment, filled with an inexhaustible energy, and it was unbearable if they could not release it
With a loud crash, Jiang He fell to the ground and could no longer get up
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In that case, there is no need for further words; let us fight! Upon hearing Qin Cheng's admission, Jiang He wasted no time and threw a punch directly at Qin Cheng.
Over ten thousand Han soldiers are completely stirred up, their suppressed emotions and fervor filling every nerve in their bodies. At this moment, they can hardly wait to rush onto the battlefield and eliminate every single Xiongnu!
When Qin Cheng reached the riverbank, Jiang He, who was seriously injured, surprisingly struggled to rise, kneeling on one knee, his bloodshot eyes filled with disbelief and immense anger as he stared at Qin Cheng
"Not bad, I have some private matters to discuss with you, follow me." Jiang He, holding an official position, naturally did not need to be polite to Qin Cheng, speaking in an almost commanding tone. After saying this, he walked past Qin Cheng and strode to the side. After taking a couple of steps, Jiang He stopped, turned back to Le Yi, and said, "This is none of your concern, you may return to the camp."
At last, Qin Cheng leaped into the air, his right leg sweeping past the river's surface in a feint, his body turning mid-air, and his left foot striking directly at the river's chest, sending him flying away
The river moved at an extremely fast speed, and by the time Qin Cheng sensed the danger, he could only use his left hand to block its front leg! After deflecting this strike from the river, Qin Cheng seized this brief opportunity to sweep his right leg towards the river's chest
Li Guang raised his right hand with a flourish, and the long sword was drawn with a sound, pointing forward. His voice was filled with sorrow as he spoke, "Soldiers, the Xiongnu have invaded our territory, killed our people, and destroyed our homes. What do you say the heroic and invincible Han army should do?"
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The unfortunate Jiang He found himself completely at the mercy of Qin Cheng, who alternately struck his left and right ribs, leaving him unable to defend with both hands for a moment. What was terrifying was the astonishing accuracy of Qin Cheng's feet; each kick almost landed on the same spot. In the span of a single breath, Jiang He heard two crisp sounds of "crack!" from his ribs, indicating that they had indeed broken.
In my opinion, your squad leader is quite decent; being under his command, your path will be much smoother. The privilege of having a special arrangement like this is not something everyone enjoys said Qin Cheng with a smile that was not quite a smile
Qincheng stood in place, watching Jianghe straighten his back slowly as he approached the barracks, revealing an amused smile, "An interesting person"
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In the military formation, this is the first time witnessing the legendary Flying General, Qin Cheng, which inevitably stirs excitement within. On the general's platform stands Li Guang, towering at eight feet tall, clad in a red battle robe adorned with black mysterious armor, accentuating his already extraordinary physique and making him appear even more formidable. One cannot help but forget his age, only remembering that he is the greatest war god of the Han army
In battle, there must be victory and defeat, as well as injuries. When he has not triumphed over his opponent, Qin Cheng will absolutely not allow himself to be distracted by other matters. Therefore, regarding Jiang He, who has sustained considerable injuries under his fierce assault, there is not a shred of feminine compassion or reluctance in Qin Cheng's heart.
The Han army is mighty
The general is mighty
Defend the homeland and protect the country
Qin Cheng met Jiang He’s gaze without fear. On the way, Qin Cheng had already anticipated Jiang He’s intentions, and thus did not plan for a cordial encounter. However, when Qin Cheng heard Jiang He say, "If it is a personal matter, then I am not the camp commander of the cavalry regiment," he could not help but smile inwardly, thinking that Jiang He was not someone who relied on his power to bully others.
Kill
In an instant, the military camp resembled a stampede of thousands of horses! No, it was a stampede of billions of horses!
On this day, the autumn sky is clear and refreshing, the sun hangs high, and a gentle breeze blows. The examination of Shanggu County is being held as scheduled in the military camp's large training ground.
Over ten thousand soldiers once again shouted in unison, and their voices grew even louder.
Qin Cheng no longer knew when he had merged with the more than ten thousand soldiers, and he could not help but mimic their actions! Within his body, a surge of passionate blood had long filled him completely
Over ten thousand soldiers shouted in unison
Before the hour of the snake had arrived, over ten thousand soldiers had already gathered in the vast parade ground. The cavalry, chariot, and infantry units formed three combined formations. Looking out, the cavalry formation resembled celestial lions, the chariot formation appeared like a city, and the long spear formation was akin to a forest. Each soldier, with a gaze as sharp as a sword, resembled a war god, looking down upon all beings with overwhelming dominance. The aura they exuded made one believe that once they entered the battlefield, this group of soldiers could annihilate all enemies.
On that day, after hitting the red center of the target from eighty paces away, Qin Cheng ultimately failed to surpass this record. Even at a greater distance, although the iron arrows he shot still had considerable force, their accuracy was somewhat lacking. Upon seeing this, Le Yi finally felt a sense of balance in his heart; if Qin Cheng's archery skills had suddenly reached his level, Le Yi would have found it quite difficult to accept.
The Han army is mighty
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At this moment, everyone is filled with excitement! Even the officials on the platform involuntarily straightened their backs and lifted their chests!
Wrapped in horsehide, I would not hesitate to face a thousand deaths
Every word is like thunder, every word breaks the sky
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Qincheng! Just as Qin Cheng and Le Yi were tidying up their belongings and preparing to return to the barracks, someone suddenly approached from this direction, shouting.
Qin Cheng smiled slightly at Le Yi, signaling him not to worry. He handed over the strong bow and quiver in his hand to Le Yi and then followed behind.
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Roar!
The Han army is mighty
"You have won, I am not as good as you!" After a moment of silence, Jiang He finally spoke, "In the military, strength has always been the deciding factor. Your strength is remarkable, so you naturally earn the respect of others. Jiang He coughed twice and continued, 'It seems that Dong Chu was not wronged to fall into your hands. However, my defeat today does not mean I will be defeated forever; I will eventually strike back!"
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"I advise you not to try to fight again. You were already inferior to me when you were uninjured, so how can you possibly contend with me now that you are hurt? We have not yet reached the point where we must fight to the death." Qin Cheng squatted down in front of Jiang He, giving him a warning before he could make another move. "If you are unconvinced, recover from your injury and come find me; I will be ready at any time. Captain Jiang, what do you say?"