Chapter 0005: The Camp within the Camp
Huang Shihai proudly said, "Of course."
Listen carefully
Li Zhenxiao said, "General Huang Qian, these soldiers are all valiant warriors."
Li Zhen said: "General Huang Qian has come to see me, what is the matter?"
The other three soldiers let out a sigh of relief, feeling completely at ease
Regardless of the challenges that Huang Shihai set for the soldiers, he had to face them. Even if Huang Shihai arranged a mountain of knives and a sea of fire, Li Zhen had the courage to wade through. Moreover, Li Zhen was a general appointed by Qishan; Huang Shihai could intimidate Li Zhen but dared not endanger his life, thus Li Zhen had to go no matter what.
Huang Shihai led Li Zhen towards the camp, yet his heart was not at peace
Call!
Li Zhen strode out of the tent and approached Huang Shihai, saying: "Captain Huang, let's go!"
Li Zhen looked at Huang Shihai's departing figure, feeling not anger but joy, and was even more invigorated.
Analyzing the recent events, Li Zhen is undoubtedly a person who refuses to be at a disadvantage. When Huang Shihai instructed the soldiers stationed at the camp entrance to intimidate Li Zhen, he immediately retaliated, unwilling to concede.
Upon entering the camp, the soldiers were engaged in training
The soldier, who had just been slapped by Li Zhen, turned his head to glance at his left arm and discovered a bright red handprint already appearing on his bicep, as if it had been branded onto his skin. The soldier's eyes darted around, and he looked again at Li Zhen's retreating figure, muttering softly to himself: "Could it be that after practicing the Iron Sand Palm, it hurts this much?"
When Li Zhen arrived at the entrance of the camp, Huang Shihai paused slightly and nodded slightly to the four soldiers
At the entrance of the camp, four soldiers stood on guard. These four robust and muscular soldiers, with bare arms revealing their thick, dark limbs, held steel knives as they stood at the gate
The general shook his head, revealing a look of dissatisfaction, and shouted again: "Do you have no guts? Or are you all a bunch of cowards? Your roar is so weak and powerless."
At this moment, Huang Shihai was carefully contemplating Li Zhen's character
Li Zhen looked at Wu Qigong and asked, "General, do you have any instructions?"
Huang Shihai's face revealed a smile that was intriguing, and he said, "Lord Li, the soldiers under my command have heard that there is a new general, and they are particularly eager to meet you, so I kindly request that you pay us a visit"
The eight hundred valiant soldiers roared in unison, their voices like thunder.
The sound echoed in unison, resembling the collapse of mountains and rivers, rendering everyone speechless, with a buzzing in their ears, unable to hear anything. Li Zhen understood that this was a trick devised by Huang Shihai, intending to intimidate him with the momentum of military training. However, such a scene had no effect on Li Zhen and did not leave him at a loss.
The general discovered Huang Shihai, then turned to Li Zhen, his gaze sharp as a knife, piercing straight to the heart
There are approximately 800 soldiers in the training ground, all of whom are robust and sturdy individuals.
Four individuals, resembling four statues, remain completely still
Li Zhen firmly shook his head and said, "General, I must go on this journey."
Huang Shihai continued to walk deeper with Li Zhen; what they had just experienced was merely an appetizer, and what followed would be the real spectacle
Bang!
A sudden shout erupted, like a clap of thunder on a clear day
Li Zhen knew that Wu Qigong was unwilling to face Huang Shihai, and he said in a low voice: "General, rest assured, I will definitely keep Huang Shihai in check and have a firm grip on his regiment of soldiers."
In the past, He Ming and the generals in the army sought to subdue Huang Shihai, encountering a scene similar to the present one. Each time, Huang Shihai would send the generals appointed by Qishan on a trip, and the generals who went would ultimately leave in disgrace. What exactly transpired was never disclosed, as no one was willing to share their embarrassing experiences.
As the words fell, Li Zhen raised his right hand and slapped the soldier's arm.
Li Zhen nodded and followed Huang Shihai, walking towards the camp one after the other. Huang Shihai's camp was not set up in the front area; instead, it was located in the rear camp, not far from the barracks for boiling water and cooking. This alone was enough to indicate Huang Shihai's awkward position in the Jiangbei camp, belonging to the category of being neither favored by his grandmother nor cared for by his uncle.
However, Li Zhen could not possibly show weakness in front of Huang Shihai. With a grand gesture of his sleeve, he said with great enthusiasm: "Since the soldiers are so eager, I will accompany General Huang Qian on this journey."
Please, adults!
The palm struck sharply on the soldier's left shoulder, producing a crisp and resonant sound
The sudden roar was jarring, yet Li Zhen remained completely unperturbed. He had endured various hardships and trials, whether it was resisting harassment or withstanding blows, all of which were routine for him. The shouts of the four soldiers only caused a vibration in Li Zhen's eardrums, having no other effect. A smile curled at the corner of Li Zhen's mouth; instead of continuing forward, he walked towards the soldier on his right.
Huang Shihai raised his eyebrows but stopped to watch quietly
The force of this slap was not too great, yet the palm struck against the arm, flesh against flesh, causing considerable pain. The soldier furrowed his brow, a look of pain evident on his face, but he remained silent. Li Zhenchao smiled at the soldier and then approached the second soldier. Noticing a fleeting look of panic on the second soldier's face, he changed his course midway and walked over to Huang Shihai.
This camp is surrounded by a fence and has constructed complete defensive works, making it a camp within a camp. Li Zhen glanced at the general situation of the camp, secretly nodding in approval, admiring Huang Shihai's boldness and courage for daring to openly build a separate camp in the Jiangbei garrison. However, Li Zhen also looked down on Qi Shan's military management capabilities.
Li Zhen's heart skipped a beat; why did this term sound like it was directed at a criminal
Wu Qigong sighed and said, "If you don't go once, you will definitely not be at ease. I have just one thing to say: do not act recklessly. Huang Shihai does not consider the consequences of his actions, and the soldiers under his command are also ruthless and vicious. I know you have courage, but many things cannot be accomplished merely by being bold. Alright, you may go. I will rest in the tent for a while."
Li Zhen is quite capable of achieving this
Although Huang Shihai was targeting Li Zhen, Li Zhen faced him without fear and walked calmly through the camp, which impressed Huang Shihai. In fact, just the loud shout from the soldier standing guard at the camp entrance, along with the shouts from the training soldiers, had already frightened some of the generals in the Jiangbei camp to the point of falling to the ground, with some even wetting their pants
Huang Shihai is unruly, yet possesses immense value
The general's expression was serious, his face devoid of emotion, with his hands clasped behind his back. His gaze swept over each soldier as he bellowed loudly: "Sweat more during training, and you will bleed less on the battlefield. Do you understand?"
Li Zhen smiled and said, "Captain Huang Qian, the four soldiers on guard are commendable. Let us go."
Before long, the two individuals arrived outside the camp
Wu Qigong waved his hand and said, "Go on, go on!"
Take a trip
The opportunity has arrived, and Li Zhen will not give up
Li Zhen approached the first soldier on his right, nodded slightly, and said in a clear voice: "Your voice is quite good, full of energy, loud and powerful; you are a fine material."
Li Zhen said: "General, please trust me, your subordinate."
Huang Shihai smiled, his eyes revealing a look of anticipation
Wu Qigong took a deep breath, maintained a stern expression, and shouted: "Huang Shihai, I have something to discuss with Li Zhen, wait outside."
Huang Shihai promptly bowed to Li Zhen and then turned to walk out of the tent. However, as Huang Shihai turned, his gaze swept past Li Zhen, revealing a hint of disdain.
Huang Shihai said, "My lord, please follow me"
Under the scorching sun, all the soldiers practiced shirtless, exposing their upper bodies.
Under the scorching sun, the soldiers' skin glimmered with a bronze hue, and the ground was marked with mottled wet spots, all soaked by the sweat that dripped down. The commanding officer overseeing the training was also bare-chested, his muscles bulging, with prominent veins resembling writhing dragons, exuding an aura of wild ferocity
Wu Qigong, seeing that Li Zhen was disobedient, was so enraged that he stomped his feet repeatedly and said, "You are being too headstrong!"
At the same time, a heart-wrenching scream echoed.
Wu Qigong felt a chill run down his spine upon seeing the expression on Huang Shihai's face
A glimmer of joy flashed in Huang Shihai's eyes
Huang Shihai had a robust physique, resembling an iron tower standing in the camp, with a faint aura of menace surrounding him. The corners of Huang Shihai's mouth curled upward, revealing a disdainful expression on his rugged cheeks, showing no regard for Wu Qigong. As he shifted his gaze, Huang Shihai looked at Li Zhen and said in a loud voice: "I am Huang Shihai, and I have met Lord Li."
Wu Qigong hesitated for a moment and said: "Li Zhen, I have carefully considered the matter and believe that you should not go to Huang Shihai's camp. Huang Shihai is arrogant and reckless, and no one can suppress him. It would not be shameful for you not to go. As long as you can defeat the bandits, Lord Qishan will still rely on you, after all, Huang Shihai is uncontrollable and can only be supported by you to maintain the overall situation"