When Li Rui was drinking last night, he had already roughly understood the situation of the grain guards from the mouths of the warriors. According to the rules of the Great Sui Dynasty, grain and baggage were the key protected objects. Those who were not capable could not take up the position of supervising the army's grain. And the subordinates of the grain supervisor needed to be equipped with "elite soldiers". As long as the provisions were protected, the 'elite soldiers' would be considered to have rendered meritorious service to the country. There was no risk of going to the battlefield, and he could also gain the capital to be promoted in the future.
Therefore, since Emperor Yang issued the conscription order, all the sons of officials who had some connections had been rushing to Huaiyuan Town. Although Li Yuan, the Duke of Tang, held a small official position, he had many hidden talents under him. Any random gang leader might be the son of the county magistrate.
Li Rui was very clear about how this group of brothers would help his future development, but he did not show it on his face. He only said indifferently,"The worst of you is a gang leader. I'm just a big soldier. What future do you have if you follow me?”
"Brother Rui," said the warrior, curling his lips. We're all brothers, so don't say such polite words. Don't look at yourself as an ordinary soldier now, but in time, you will definitely soar. Just based on yesterday's battle results, you can at least get a position as a gang leader.”
Li Rui smiled indifferently and did not comment.
"Brother Rui, I'm not going to lie to you." People always say that 'fame can only be obtained on horseback' but I didn't believe it in the past. Our Great Sui Dynasty values one's background. The children of aristocratic families are born with meritorious positions. Ordinary people might not be able to become a lieutenant even if they worked hard for their entire lives. But I believe that you will definitely achieve great things. Although we brothers are all from big families, we are actually people that our families don't want. Instead of living muddleheaded lives, we might as well follow you.”
In fact, what Li Rui didn't know was that after returning to the camp last night, Wu Shi and the others had a special meeting.
They all had great doubts about Li Rui's origins. From the military's information, Li Rui (who was actually Li Rui's host) was an ordinary farmer's son from Zhao County. However, how could a farmer's son possess an ultimate technique? How could he not be interested in good wine and delicacies? Although they weren't sure of Li Rui's true background, they were all certain: Li Rui would definitely be extraordinary in the future. It was even possible for him to be conferred the title of Marquis and General.
Wu Shi Hui and the others were all from big families, so they naturally understood the principle that it was better to burn a cold stove than to burn a hot stove. Taking advantage of the fact that Li Rui had not yet risen to fame, they had a good relationship with him. In the future, there would naturally be no lack of benefits. If he really waited until Li Rui became rich and came to get close to him, he might not pay attention to him.
These profligate sons of the grain guards usually ate, drank, and had fun together. Since Wu Shi and the others wanted to follow Li Rui, they naturally had to pull the others along. That was why this was happening.
Wu Shi said it clearly and logically, and Li Rui also nodded repeatedly. No matter when, as long as he wanted to make a name for himself, he would have a few subordinates who would listen to him.
Thinking of this, Li Rui cupped his fists at everyone and said with a smile,"Since we're brothers, then I'll take up the responsibility.”
Just as they were talking, they heard the sound of horse hooves. Lieutenant Li Yan ran over with a few bodyguards. When he saw Li Rui, he said loudly,"Li Rui, mount your horse and follow me to see Duke Tang.”
As soon as the warrior heard this, he knew that Li Yan had already reported Li Rui's matter to Li Yuan. Now that Li Yuan had summoned Li Rui, this little soldier, it meant that Li Rui had caught his eye. Although Li Yuan was now suspected by Yang Guang and had been demoted to a fifth-grade official, he was still the Duke of Tang and the emperor's cousin! Perhaps she would wake up again one day. Li Rui was about to make a fortune.
Thinking up to this point, Wu Shi Yao quickly brought a horse over and handed it to Li Rui. He said in a low voice,""When you see Tang Gong, listen more and speak less. The future of our brothers depends on you."
Li Rui was not nervous. As someone who had transmigrated from the future, he knew very well that Li Yuan would definitely put him in an important position. This old brother of his was going to be the emperor in the future. How could he not use a talent? If he wasn't an ordinary soldier, perhaps this old brother would personally come to see him to show his respect.
However, Li Rui had another worry now, and that was that he had never ridden a horse before, so there was no riding skill to speak of. Fortunately, the warhorses in the army had all been trained and ran relatively steadily. Moreover, they were in the city and were not galloping wildly, so Li Rui did not fall off his horse.
Li Rui tried his best to control the horse while thinking in his heart: "Looks like I have to complete more missions. At least I have to get a riding reward. Otherwise, how could he survive in this era? Infantry against cavalry, it was like the Chinese team against the German team.”
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