Chapter 4, Recruitment

Seeing these desperate expressions, Gao Cheng also felt uneasy. However, the army's supplies were limited. The grain that Gao Tai, the squad leader, received from the supply officer was only sufficient for ten men. If more recruits were added, the entire squad would face starvation.

He originally thought that after becoming a certain leader, he would have the ability to protect Gao Cheng and Gao Ying, but who would have thought it would turn out this way

At this moment, the sound of Gao Ying's voice came from outside the tent. It turned out that Gao Tai had returned from the Wu surname's chief. Upon entering the tent, Gao Cheng noticed that he was holding a waist token of considerable length and a piece of leather armor.

Gao Cheng noticed that there were quite a few strong men in the crowd, and he secretly breathed a sigh of relief, thankful that the Yellow Turban Army had not immediately recruited soldiers to replenish their losses after the battle four days ago. This allowed the camp to still retain a sufficient source of troops. However, according to Gao Tai, the Yellow Turban Army was about to replenish their forces, and they had to act quickly while there were still plenty of strong men available.

Gao Tai frowned and spoke, his expression somewhat unpleasant. He continued, "However, Duke Wu promised that as long as I recruit soldiers, he will give me twenty long spears, one longbow, and two shields"

Can Xiaoying also cultivate? Gao Tai was taken aback, for it is known that in this world, the class hierarchy is strict. As a family general of the Gao family, both his life and that of his children belong to the Gao family's private property. The temporary cultivation technique he obtained in exchange for agreeing to the conditions set by Duke Wu should, in principle, also belong to the Gao family.

The second day, early morning

If Gao Cheng is willing to pass on the Linzhuang skill to him, it would be a reward; even if he does not impart it, no one would dare to say anything. However, Gao Ying is merely a maid in the Gao family, her status is exceedingly low. How could she possibly have the qualification to cultivate the Linzhuang skill?

"Uncle Gao, this martial art is a gift from Lord Wu Dubo to you, so you should keep it! You and Xiaoying should practice diligently." After noting down the martial art, Gao Cheng returned the silk to Gao Tai

As it became apparent that these individuals were about to lose control, Gao Cheng stepped forward and coldly shouted: "Everyone be quiet; anyone who makes noise again will be asked to leave!"

"By the way, what about the temporary post promised by Wu Dubo? Has it been given?" Gao Cheng asked.

A flash of brilliance flickered in his eyes, and his powerful soul gave him an unmistakable aura. The refugees looked up and met his gaze, instinctively lowering their heads. The nearly one hundred people around him fell silent at High Cheng's cold reprimand.

In this recruitment of soldiers, those who are strong and healthy will be given priority. As for the elderly, women, children, and injured brothers, we kindly ask for your understanding

A gentle breeze has blown away much of the filth in the camp

He said, "Uncle Gao, this is a great opportunity! As long as we have weapons and provisions in our hands, we can easily recruit dozens of strong men just by turning around in the camp. If we train these people well, they will become our trusted subordinates, obeying only our commands. When we have a chance to leave the Yellow Turban Army, these people can also serve as our personal guards. Such a good thing, how can we refuse?"

After Gao Cheng absorbed the remnants of the original body's soul and reached the first layer of the Soul Nourishing Realm, his soul power significantly increased, along with his memory and comprehension abilities. He quickly imprinted the techniques recorded on the silk fabric into his mind

Compared to this technique, weapons like long spears and bows and arrows are nothing. This technique is the key for them to establish themselves in the Yellow Turban Army.

Gao Tai's face also revealed a smile, as both the foundational practice of body refining and the soul nurturing stage of spirit refining share a total of nine levels, with the first three levels being the focus of the stance training. Once mastered, the two would have a few more means of self-preservation on the battlefield.

The increase of three hundred pounds of strength? Gao Cheng's spirit was involuntarily shaken. The enhancement of a cultivator's power through the body refining technique is indeed immediate. Take Gao Tai for example; he has only practiced some basic martial arts, possesses a strong physique, and has some skills in hunting and gathering herbs. Coupled with his fearless and courageous spirit, he can be considered formidable among ordinary people

When Gao Cheng spoke, the hungry and emaciated elderly and disabled soldiers showed a look of disappointment in their eyes. Without food, they are very likely to not last until the day when the army breaks camp.

The news of recruiting soldiers has not spread too far, otherwise, there would be more than just this nearly a hundred people coming forward.

The two then discussed and decided to recruit a dozen strong men at the Yellow Turban camp tomorrow morning. They would become the main soldiers of the Yellow Turban Army. Although there was no military pay, they would receive some provisions daily. For the sake of these few meals, there were quite a number of strong men willing to become soldiers.

Gao Taiyi thought for a moment and then laughed, "It is still the young master who has considered everything thoroughly; it is I who have thought incorrectly"

Gao Cheng suppressed the excitement in his heart, took the silk carefully, and upon closer inspection, there were three action diagrams and three simple boxing techniques that corresponded with the coordination diagrams for cultivation on the silk.

Gao Tai nodded, took out a piece of silk from his bosom, and said: "This is the cultivation manual for the Linzhuang skill. According to Wu Dubo, cultivating this technique to the third level can increase strength by three hundred jin"

The commander of Wu originally had over 100 soldiers under his command. A few days ago, during a battle with the officials and troops, the soldiers suffered heavy casualties. Now, even the squad leaders and team leaders are not complete! He is currently preparing to recruit soldiers from the refugees in the main camp. At present, he only holds the title of a squad leader, and the soldiers under his command still need to be recruited by himself

Others also called out in unison, and many elderly individuals with gray hair and young people squeezed over. These individuals had been without food for several days and were extremely excited at the prospect of obtaining food. The Yellow Turban camp, which had originally been lifeless, now showed signs of a slight stir in one corner of the camp.

"Lord Gao, I was once a soldier under the command of Colonel Zhao, having fought in three battles and killed five enemies. Although I am now injured, I am still able to continue fighting. I implore you, Lord Gao, to accept me!" shouted a man whose left arm had been severed.

Including today, there are three days left until the Yellow Turban Army will break camp. At that time, they may engage in combat with the Han soldiers at any moment. Gao Cheng and Gao Tai must take advantage of these two days to make adequate preparations

The three movements of the Inner Strength, Vitality, and Strong Tendon techniques correspond to these three realms, and they can enhance the practitioner's strength. If one can cultivate to the Strong Tendon realm, possessing a strength of several hundred pounds, one could at least hold the position of a District Commander among the Yellow Turban Army

Gao Cheng, Gao Tai, and Gao Ying stood in front of the tent. Gao Ying spread the news of recruiting soldiers through several women and children she knew, so at this moment, nearly a hundred people were gathered around the tent. These individuals were disheveled and unkempt, mostly consisting of the elderly, weak, sick, and disabled from the nearby area, along with some injured soldiers mixed in.

With his level of strength, he can manage to fight against ordinary soldiers on the battlefield, but once he encounters an opponent who possesses body-refining techniques, it becomes dire. When others strike down with a blade, he simply cannot withstand the crushing force of several hundred pounds.

Gao Cheng, upon hearing this, showed no signs of dissatisfaction; instead, he laughed heartily.

Gao Ying was frail, but after practicing the standing post exercises, her physical condition improved somewhat. As a result, when the Yellow Turban Army broke camp and set out, this frail little girl had much more hope of survival

My lord, I am also capable of going into battle and killing. I humbly request that you grant me a meal!

Then Gao Tai came to his senses and gratefully said: "Young Master, your great kindness, I thank you on behalf of Xiao Ying!"