After the first two months of basic training for assassination, the last month was to dig trenches, build camps, and swim across the river in another training ground outside the city.
On top of the original foundation, Fire Dance had deliberately added a great deal of intensity. This made everyone, except Feng Xingtian, feel somewhat uncomfortable. Originally, it would take at least a year for the recruit training to truly mature. However, during the critical period of the war, the Clear Shadow Legion had their own training methods.
"Today, we need everyone to dig a trench that is three meters wide and one meter deep in an hour. Those who can't complete the task will be doubled.”In the morning, after gathering the team, Fire Dance gave them a quest.
As soon as the order was given, Feng Xingtian was the first to pick up his tools and rush forward. The surrounding people gloomily looked at this guy who had been full of energy these past few days. Sure enough, in less than half an hour, Feng Xingtian had completed his mission. He greeted Fire Dance and walked around the mountain alone.
After a very long time, Huo Wu still did not see his figure. She called out to the three Company Leaders to urge her, and she rushed towards the place where Feng Xingtian had disappeared.
The training area was close to a mountain and a river. After walking for a while, Fire Dance arrived at one of the two rivers that surrounded Wind Capital, the Hong River. The flow of the Hong River was particularly fast in the area where the military camp was located. Moreover, due to the terrain, it formed a gap that was several dozen meters high in a place that was several dozen meters long. The shocking sound of water could be heard several kilometers away.
When Huo Wu casually passed by this waterfall, the scene in front of her shocked her.
Due to the constant erosion below the fracture, layers of uneven large stones had formed. The powerful impact of these water currents could even wash away the stones far away. Huo Wu discovered that on the topmost stone above the fracture, there was a naked figure standing. Although it was very far away, Huo Wu knew that it was Feng Xingtian!
The shock caused Huo Wu to temporarily put down her worries. She hid behind a rock to see what Feng Xingtian was doing.
Although Feng Xingtian was at the top of the water curtain, he was still able to rush down from a height of nearly ten meters. It was not something that ordinary people could withstand. Feng Xingtian then stood under the water curtain and raised a large rock with both hands. The impact of the water current was enormous, and while Fire Dance was on tenterhooks, the large rock fell from Feng Xingtian's hand and slowly rose up again. It fell again and rose again.
Feng Xingtian's muscular body was filled with power. The muscles on his body bulged out one by one. Water droplets kept bouncing off his body and gathering in the endless river below.
Fire Dance was a little dazed. This was power, indomitable power, a power that could protect her!
Feng Xingtian's expression was painful and determined. One could imagine the pressure of a thousand pounds. After such a long time, he was already a little unable to hold on.
Huo Wu quietly left. At this time, she should not disturb him.
In the general's mansion, Long Qingying was analyzing the intelligence from the orcs.
"What are they trying to do?" Long Qingying frowned deeply.
She had learned from the intelligence that the orcs were recruiting soldiers on a large scale. 150,000 of their regular army had already gathered at the southern border. Strangely, their other 200,000 troops were advancing toward the southeastern border of the demon race. The demon army quickly responded and began to recruit soldiers at home. A small portion of the army had already moved to the border. However, there were also obvious signs that they had gathered a large number of troops to pin down another field army of the empire-the Sun Army, which was as famous as the Qing Ying Army.
The Orcs had mobilized their entire country. Could it be that they wanted to fight on two fronts? Long Qingying was confused. It was obviously difficult for them to do that with their weak national strength, but she couldn't rule out the possibility that the orcs would do something crazy.
No matter what, this war was unavoidable.
While Long Qingying was thinking, a guard's report came from outside the door.
"Milord, His Majesty has summoned Milord.”
"Got it." Long Qingying had no choice but to put down the report, put on her military uniform, and rushed to the imperial palace.
Emperor Huang Wuji summoned Long Qingying in his study.
"Qingying, sit." After Long Qingying saluted him, Huang Wuji smiled. He was a man in his fifties, with a burly body, and an intimidating aura that a ruler should have.
"May I know what Your Majesty has to teach Qingying?”Long Qingying got straight to the point. She roughly understood that it had happened more than a month ago, and the Imperium hadn't shown any response since that time.
"Alright, since Qingying is so direct, I won't say anything more. Qingying, it's been very lively recently!”Huang Wuji pointed at the newspaper on the table.
"Your Majesty, regarding this matter, I have the responsibility to explain.”Long Qingying glanced over and found that it was the report about the Clear Shadow Legion.
"Hehe, Qingying, do you think it's necessary? Do I not trust you?" Huang Wuji's attitude was ambiguous. Before Long Qingying could say anything, he asked,""Is your soldier alright?”
"Thank you for your concern, Your Majesty.”Hearing his words, Long Qingying didn't say anything.
"The methods of the Law Enforcement Department need to be improved. If this goes on, the Empire will sooner or later arouse the anger of the people. Let's put this aside for the time being. Qing Ying, I called you here today mainly to talk about the orcs.”Huang Wuji sat down beside her.
" I'm going to report to Your Majesty. The orcs are acting strangely this time…" Seeing that he was avoiding the topic, Long Qingying changed the topic.
Huang Wuji interrupted Long Qingying and said," There's nothing to worry about. We've fought against the orcs six times, and we've taken them down five times. It turns out that the orcs are obviously stronger than us in individual combat, and they only know how to advance blindly. They're not scary at all. However, you've contributed a lot to all of this, Qingying."”
" But, Your Majesty..." Long Qingying sighed in her heart. If she didn't go to the battlefield, she wouldn't know how dangerous it was. If the orcs were so easy to deal with, the empire would have already marched straight into the capital city of the orcs, Vast City. Those higher-ups would only listen to the battle report.
"Qingying, I know that you are cautious. I also understand that things on the battlefield are very complicated. I can't do everything. After all, I still have you.”Huang Wuji interrupted Long Qingying again.
That's right, if the emperor was a military genius, then what was the use of generals like them!
"It is obvious that this war is unavoidable. Qingying, as the commander of the northern war zone, I am very sorry to have placed such a heavy responsibility on your shoulders.”
"Your Majesty, you are being too serious. As a soldier of the Empire, protecting the country is my responsibility.”Long Qingying knew that he still had something to say.
"Yes, responsibility. This time, the orcs have the advantage in terms of military strength, so after discussing with the military headquarters, we decided to send a portion of the army from the central army to fight alongside the army.”
"The army is clearly lacking in manpower.”Long Qingying had a bad feeling about this. Huang Wuji didn't tell her to take command directly.
"I have another idea. I want to hand over the 150,000 soldiers of the Central Army to the First Prince. He is already 30 years old. Qingying, you have to give him more guidance.”Huang Wuji finally revealed his intentions.
"Your Majesty, please be careful!" Although she was mentally prepared, Long Qingying was still shocked.
The Crown Prince of the Imperium, Huang Wuji's eldest son, Huang Ming, was famous for his arrogance. Although such a person was mediocre and incompetent, he wouldn't make a big mistake when he ascended the throne. The people of the Imperium had perfected their democratic consciousness, and the emperor's power wasn't as great as it was in ancient times. However, Huang Wuji's words clearly meant that he wanted Huang Ming, who knew nothing about military affairs, to be the commander-in-chief of this war. This was a huge mistake.
"Qingying, you have to understand me. With you around, I can rest assured that he will go.”Long Qingying's reaction was within Huang Wuji's expectation.
Long Qingying calmed down. She understood that the Long family had been in the upper echelons of the empire for generations, and her reputation among the people and the army was unparalleled. Otherwise, the newspapers of the empire wouldn't have been exposed to the public because of that small incident.
Huang Wuji's intention was obvious. He wanted to pave the way for Huang Ming to ascend the throne in this war, which would have a predictable result. If he won, he would get the great military credit. Even if he lost, it would only be Long Qingying's fault for not giving proper commands. The politics were so hypocritical.
"Your Majesty, the matter of the commander concerns the lives of countless soldiers. Can I go back and think about it?”Long Qingying had no choice but to retreat.
"Alright, Qingying, go back and prepare for the battle. I'll wait for your news.”
It was called a democratic act, but this was not a blatant act of stripping away power.
As soon as Long Qingying walked out of the palace, she met a handsome and elegant young man.
"Greetings, Your Highness." Long Qingying bowed and said.
Huang Wuji's second son, Huang Yu, was much more famous than his elder brother, Huang Ming. He was usually respectful to the wise and cared about the people. People privately thought that if it wasn't for the tradition of the eldest son taking the throne, he would definitely be the next emperor of the empire.
"General, would you do me the honor of walking with me?”Huang Yu's words were polite and passionate.
It was known that the number of suitors for Long Qingying could stretch from the imperial palace to the outside of the Wind Capital. However, the second prince, Huang Yu, was the most popular one among them. Besides his handsome appearance and rich knowledge, his swordsmanship and character had long been talked about by many people. He was also the perfect dream lover for all the girls in the empire, just like Ling Feiyang, the regimental commander of the Sun Army.
"Your Highness, you are too kind." Long Qingying didn't refuse him. In private, she was always so distant to everyone. Besides, as a woman, she didn't hate this handsome face that almost all women couldn't refuse.
"Qingying, I treat you as a friend. To be honest, Father summoned you because of this war, right?”
"I guess so. We talked about the mobilization of the army.”
"Hehe, Qingying, you're being very unreasonable. Is it about my big brother?”Huang Yu didn't mind Long Qingying's perfunctory reply.
"His Majesty wants the Crown Prince to lead the army this time.”Since he said so, Long Qingying was generous.
"This big brother of mine!" Huang Yu smiled and shook his head." Qingying, I'm sorry to trouble you this time. People who aren't familiar with you might really think that you care about the power in your hands when they hear you say that!”
Huang Yu was smart and charming. Hearing that, Long Qingying felt warm in her heart.
"We are all fighting for the empire. The power in Qingying's hands belongs to the royal family.”Long Qingying joked.
"Qingying, you can't talk to me like this in the future.”Huang Yu paused briefly, then looked at Long Qingying seriously.
"What's wrong?" Long Qingying asked curiously.
"If you continue to be like this, I think I will definitely fall in love with you.”Huang Yu suddenly laughed.
"Really." Long Qingying didn't dislike his flattery.
Which girl didn't want to hear compliments? It was just that this praise had to be said on a certain level.
After walking for a while, Long Qingying said,""Alright, Your Highness, it's getting late. I have to go back.”
"Alright then, Qingying, take care! Remember, you still have me as a friend." Huang Yu said a little reluctantly.
"I will. Goodbye, Your Highness." Long Qingying walked forward.
"Goodbye." Looking at Long Qingying's beautiful figure in front of him, Huang Yu showed a subtle smile, then turned around and walked toward the imperial palace.
During this half a month, Huo Wu had secretly observed Feng Xingtian's unique cultivation method. She watched as he moved down step by step from the highest rock above the water surface, accepting the greater impact of the water current. Just like that, the team received the notice and moved to the headquarters dozens of miles away. The reserve army officially joined and was getting along with the regular army. This was ten days ahead of the original plan.
After settling down in the new camp, Feng Xingtian and the others were assigned to a flag squad of the second dragon cavalry reserve army. However, the captain was still Huo Wu.
Feng Xingtian was surprised to find Sen Jie, who had been missing for many days. He was in the 1st Reserve Army.
"Aiya! I was wondering who it was. So it's you, Brother Jie. Long time no see.”Seeing Sen Jie, Feng Xingtian greeted him warmly.
"Feng Xingtian, I'm very surprised that you didn't die.”When enemies met, their eyes turned red.
Feng Xingtian looked at Sen Jie, who was perfectly fine. No matter how he looked at him, he could not tell that he was missing an arm or a leg. This made him feel a little strange. When he asked Chu Gang and the others after that incident, they only said that he was dizzy at that time. They would throw anything they caught at him. They did not know what happened to him. However, Feng Xingtian heard his brother's cold words that day. Sen Jie was clearly severely injured.
"Brother Jie, don't look at me like that. I told your big brother that I'm a coward. Oh, I forgot, our Lord Huo Wu, right? When we get married, I'll remember to buy you a drink.”Feng Xingtian was happy to provoke Sen Jie. He wasn't stupid enough to fight Sen Jie now. If he hurt him again, he might invite him to drink with the law-enforcement team and fight in the headquarters of the Clear Shadow Legion. Long Qingying would be the first one to kill him.
"Feng Xingtian, I don't lack women.”Sen Jie's facial muscles twitched as he sneered.
"Alright, our Old Feng isn't as pale as you. Oh right, what should we call our first child? Let's call you Feng Jie. I find that your name has a lot of meaning.”Feng Xingtian turned his head and laughed.
A few days later, something happened. At noon, Feng Xingtian was having lunch with Chu Gang and the others in the main camp when a group of seasoned soldiers walked towards them.
"Who's called Feng Xingtian?" A soldier in the lead asked.
"Coincidentally, this is me." Feng Xingtian put down his bowl and stood up, looking at this group of people with ill intentions.
It was a common phenomenon for veterans to bully new recruits, and for the regular army to look down on the reserve army. Even Feng Xingtian and the others had often experienced these things during their training these days. However, due to the rules, everyone tolerated it.
"I heard that you're very arrogant just because you've hooked up with that b * tch Fire Dance, right?”The leading soldier came in front of Feng Xingtian and "accidentally" kicked Feng Xingtian's bowl.
"F * ck!" Chu Gang stood up and led the people from the Third Brigade behind him.
It seemed like the symbol on their arms was the First Dragon Knight Team. They were fighting for Senjie.
"Everyone, don't be impulsive. Impulse is the devil.”Feng Xingtian chuckled and pulled Chu Gang back." Brothers, may I know why you are looking for me?”He decided to be the peacemaker.
"F * ck, you're so rude. Come on, f * cking hit me!”The leader was a squad leader. He walked up to Chu Gang and poked his chest with his finger.
They were all old foxes who had been around for many years and knew how to sneak in. As long as Chu Gang made the first move, they would have an excuse. When the time came, the one who would be punished would definitely be the one who made the first move.
"This big brother." Feng Xingtian pulled Chu Gang over.
"You have an opinion? I was just about to settle the score with you!" The squad leader turned his attention to Feng Xingtian.
"No objections. I just want to tell you that you have a future!”Feng Xingtian leaned over and finished speaking. The bowl that La Chugang had taken from his hand just now smashed towards that person's head. The bowls in the army were all hard porcelain, but the bowl that smashed towards the head of the squad leader was smashed into pieces.
"Brothers, it's time to f * ck up!"
Feng Xingtian didn't even think about it and swung his fist. He punched the face of the squad leader who was knocked out. Then, hundreds of people from the third brigade swarmed towards the hundreds of people who came to cause trouble. They had had enough of the anger these days.
Feng Xingtian was the most agile among the group. After he knocked down the leader of the group, he rushed up and kicked the stomach of the people who had yet to react. By the time everyone reacted, four of them had already been knocked down by him.
The entire scene was in chaos. It was time for everyone to eat, and more and more soldiers from both sides were participating. When the military law team and Fire Dance heard the news and rushed over, the intense battle was still going on, and almost everyone was injured.
When Huo Wu saw Feng Xingtian's figure in the arena, her mind exploded. She knew that it was over again. Could it be that this guy couldn't stay idle if he didn't cause trouble?
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