When Hu Bugui and the others saw that General Lin was enraged and his imposing manner was extraordinary, they all kept quiet out of fear and did not dare to speak.
Speaking of the art of war, although Lin Wanrong was not proficient in it, but there was a universal truth — — if one could become a general and win a battle by memorizing a few books on the art of war, then wouldn't all the people in the world who read books on the art of war be victorious generals?
Du Xiuyuan was the only one among them who passed the examination. Lin Wanrong calmed down and asked, "Big brother Du, what do you think of the art of war examination?"
Du Xiuyuan shook his head. "The art of war must be combined with actual combat to have practical significance. Although the style of the examination is novel, it is based on the book and is not flexible enough. As long as you are familiar with the words in the book, you can pass. Big brother Hu Bugui and the others have been fighting for many years and have rich experience in actual combat. They put forward a variety of hypotheses on the topic, which is very different from the book, so they were judged to be unqualified. "
Lin Wanrong nodded and did not speak. He gazed into the distance, silently thinking about something.
A little white horse came from afar. It turned out to be Li Wuling who had returned. He had traveled a long distance and had already passed through the entire training ground. His head and body were covered in dust and sand, but his face was beaming with joy and excitement.
"Little Li, what are you so happy about?" Lin Wanrong asked with a smile.
Li Wuling held onto the saddle, jumped down, and said with a smile, "Lin San, I just talked to my grandfather, he gave me special permission to participate in the military drill, but big brother Hu Bugui and big brother Li, you guys have to wait — —"
Lin Wanrong cast a puzzled glance at Hu Bugui and the others behind him. Du Xiuyuan said with a smile, "It's like this, those days we were excluded from the military drill, we were really depressed, and were about to complain to General Lin, but we were suddenly stopped by this kid."
"Oh, why did he stop you?" Lin Wanrong couldn't help but be fond of Li Wuling as he patted Little Li's head and asked when he saw Li Wuling's dignified appearance and his pitch-black eyes rolling around.
Hu Buhui said carelessly, "What else can we do? This kid is just bragging. He said that as long as General Lin is here, he has a way to get us to participate in this drill. But now General Lin is here. There's not even a shadow of what this kid promised. "
F * ck, I can let you participate in the maneuver? Laozi is not the emperor. Once he opens his mouth, he can do anything. This Lil 'Li's bragging was too incredible.
The few of them looked at Li Wuling covetously. They were deeply dissatisfied with him for breaking his promise. Li Wuling laughed complacently and said, "Why are you so anxious? The military drill has just begun, and there are plenty of opportunities. Look, can't I participate now? Wait here for a while, someone will naturally invite you to participate. Hehe, when the time comes, I will fulfill my promise. You all have promised me that I won't go anywhere else. I will just find the largest courtyard in the eight great alleys, and pick some of the prettiest prostitutes to serve me. "
Hu Buhui, Xu Zhen, and the others snorted disdainfully, no longer believing his words. Lin Wanrong chuckled. Looking for prostitutes in the eight great alleys? This kid's tone is not small. If you go, it will be difficult to keep your little boy body. But Li Wuling was the descendant of a loyal and upright person, and was indeed likable.
The few of them treated what Li Wuling said as a joke, and did not take it seriously. Watching the battle on the battlefield, they suddenly heard the sound of galloping hooves. Looking over, they saw several fast horses passing through the endless yellow sand that was kicked up by the drill, passing through the infantry battalion formation, and galloping over here.
Hu Buhui was the most impatient. Taking a glance, he immediately said excitedly, "It's General Li Tai."
On the horse in front of them sat a mighty and majestic old general, clad in copper helmet and iron armor, with a long spear in his hand, galloping his horse as if it was flying, galloping toward them at full speed. It was precisely the Great General Li Tai who had cursed Lin Wanrong to the point of spitting dog's blood.
What is this old man doing here? Didn't we have a breakdown in our negotiations? Seeing the complacent smile on Li Wuling's face, Lin Wanrong was deeply puzzled.
Beside Li Tai was a handsome white horse. On the back of the horse sat a female rider. Her face was covered with a white veil, making it impossible to see her face clearly. However, her figure was very graceful. Following behind Li Tai, her horsemanship was not weak. However, the white veil was already covered with a thick layer of dust.
"Youngster Lin San pays his respects to General Li. How have you been, old general? "Seeing Li Tai dismount from his horse, Lin Wanrong came forward with a smile.
Li Tai glanced at him, his face solemn and respectful. "On the battlefield, military discipline is very strict, no noise is allowed. You're laughing and joking like this, where is the image of a soldier?" He had been on the battlefield for a long time, and there was a dignified aura around him that had killed countless people. His expression was even more frightening.
I'm no longer a soldier, old man. Lin Wanrong cried out in his heart, not knowing whether to laugh or cry. This old general Li was most likely used to commanding troops. Whenever he saw a person, he would treat them with the same standards as a soldier. Lin Wanrong's words were flowery, but towards this iron blooded general of a generation, his respect came from the bottom of his heart. After being reprimanded, he obediently nodded his head and did not refute, causing Hu Buhui and the others to be inwardly amazed. Everything in the world has its weakness. The fearless General Lin, who even Lord Xu Wei could not suppress, was so obedient in front of Old General Li.
"We pay our respects to the general." Hu Buhui and the others were all generals under Li Tai's command, and did not dare to act as casually as Lin Wanrong. They all cupped their fists and greeted respectfully.
Li Tai slightly nodded his head, his hand on his saber, but his gaze fell on Lin Wanrong. "Lin San, I heard that you volunteered to participate in this military drill, is that right?"
What? Lin Wanrong's mouth was wide open. Damn, when did I say that? You've never seen me dressed so casually, what military drill? Are you playing with me?
Hu Bugui and the others were taken aback for a moment, then they all looked at Lin Wanrong with joy. It turned out that General Lin still had such a trick up his sleeves. My goodness, he was really calm and collected. They were so stunned that they did not see any flaws.
"Old general, when did I say that? Did you hear wrongly? "Lin Wanrong anxiously shouted.
Li Tai sternly said, "Nonsense, how could I hear wrongly? It was Wuling who personally reported that you were willing to bring the army to participate in the military drill, to have a real combat drill, that's why I hurried over. Could it be that you're going back on your words? This is the army, there's no room for jokes. "
Lin Wanrong looked at Li Wuling in shock, only to see that the boy was looking at Hu Buhui and the others with a smug expression on his face.
Du Xiuyuan and the others finally understood Li Wuling's intention towards General Lin. This move of driving a duck onto a perch, like driving a sow onto a tree, was really too ingenious. Little Li-zi was so young, but he already had such tactics, he really lived up to his reputation.
Lin Wanrong fiercely glared at Li Wuling. No wonder Little Li-zi said that as long as I came, he would have a way to make Hu Buhui and the others participate in the drill. It turns out that he was using me as bait.
Li Tai saw that he was hesitating. In a loud voice, he said, "A single moment in the army can endanger the country. Lin San, quickly tell us, what's your decision? "He was full of authority, deliberately exerting pressure on Lin San, forcing him to submit.
Damn it, there's no preparation at all, just a real combat drill, isn't this clearly a trap? Seeing the pleading eyes of Hu Buhui and the others, Lin Wanrong clenched his teeth. Damn it, isn't it just a drill, brother Lin San has never been afraid of anyone. His eyes flashed a trace of ruthlessness, snorting, "Fine, I'll do it."
Li Tai's eyes floated a trace of a smile, but he hid it in time. He said to the girl beside him, "Little girl Zhiqing, how are they going to be divided, you tell us."
Little girl Zhiqing? Damn it, no wonder she looked familiar, so it's little girl Xu. Little girl, do you think I can't recognize you just because you're wearing a veil and a vest? He smiled, cupped his fists and said, "So it's Miss Xu, tsk tsk, I couldn't tell, you're even prettier when you don't show your face."
"Nonsense," Li Wuling retorted, "Aunt Xu is a hundred times prettier when she shows her face." His words were sincere, and before he realized that he had fallen into Lin San's trap, Hu Buhui and the others desperately tried to hold in their laughter. Karma really comes fast, this Little Li just plotted against General Lin, and in the blink of an eye, he was beaten back.
This person's words were full of traps, Xu Zhiqing snorted, smiled and said, "Today's military drill, the wind and sand are strong, this little girl's physique is weak, that's why I covered my face, General Lin, please don't blame me. Although you volunteered to join, you can't command the troops on the battlefield, you can choose whatever you want. "
Hu Buhui and the others immediately rubbed their fists, laughing, their gratitude towards Li Wuling was beyond words, the matter of inviting him to the eight main alleys was finally settled. Li Wuling also looked eagerly at Lin Wanrong, he was not a staff member, only with General Lin's approval could he become a soldier.
Lin Wanrong sighed slightly, said with a bitter face, "The elite generals who are proficient in the art of war have already been selected by the assistant general, I can only choose these self-taught generals, sigh, it's really unfair. Oh, by the way, Miss Xu, have you seen the military examination organized by the assistant general? "
Xu Zhiqing shook her head slightly, said, "I only learned about it yesterday, I skimmed through it."
Lin Wanrong laughed, said, "If Miss Xu were to take the examination, what would the result be?"
Xu Zhiqing said confidently, "That book on the art of war, I've read Sun Tzu and the Six Treasures, if it's the topic, Zhiqing is confident that no one can stump me."
Lin Wanrong gave a thumbs up, said, "Awesome! If that's the case, Miss Xu is well-read in the art of war, erudite and multi-talented, when you fight in battle, you will naturally be the best general in the world. "
Xu Zhiqing was extremely intelligent, how could she not know what he was thinking, said with a smile, "The book on the art of war is written in actual battle, written in books, it is the painstaking effort of the ancestors, it has great reference value." She slightly paused, then said, "But the times change, the environment changes, the art of war also has to change, you must not blindly believe in books, and follow the instructions."
As soon as these words were said, Hu Buhui and the others immediately felt comfortable. Li Tai was an old commander who had been on the battlefield for a long time, his use of the art of war did not need to be said. He looked at Lin Wanrong, said with deep meaning, "Lin San, according to you, what is the relationship between the art of war and actual battle?"
Lin Wanrong laughed, "The art of war is the crystallization of the wisdom left behind by the ancestors, it is incomparably precious, it is also the best model for us, the younger generation to learn. It is true that we have to learn the art of war, but the method of learning is very different. The art of war is not reading books, taking exams, or writing essays, it is a profound theory. The art of war, the path of deception, the time has changed, the location has changed, the art of war must also change accordingly. It can be said that in this world, there has never been a wrong art of war, it is just that someone used it at the wrong time. To put it simply, it is like us learning to read, everyone knows how to read and write. But to compose an eternal masterpiece, this is something that not many people can do. Everyone can learn the art of war, if it is an examination, everyone will definitely score full marks, but since ancient times, how many people could become a famous general? So, the art of war is only a foundation, it can be studied in depth, but it cannot be judged as right or wrong. To integrate the art of war into actual battle, to learn while fighting, to learn while fighting. Only by mastering the art of war, can one be truly invincible. "
Li Tai stroked his beard and nodded, a trace of admiration flashed in his eyes, but he quickly wiped it away. His face regained its solemn expression, "This art of war examination is specially organized by the deputy general in my tent for the selection of generals. This time, he is the leader, this commander will not interfere, it is useless for you to say anything more, it is all just some glib talk. This is an actual battle, if you have the ability, you can defeat him on the battlefield. "
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Since he had started, he could not retreat. Lin Wanrong did not know who the deputy general that was assisting Li Tai was, and it was close to actual battle, this was a genuine encounter battle. Lin Wanrong's heart was thumping, but he also felt even more excited.
Hu Bugui and the others had already quickly retreated to change their armor. Li Tai glanced at Lin Wanrong, his eyes revealing a trace of expectation, "Lin San, fight this battle well, there will be benefits for you."
Although Li Tai had not exchanged many words with him, but every time he would have a serious expression, without a smile, it was rare for him to be so amiable.
Lin Wanrong shook his head, his expression indifferent, "Benefits and what not, I don't want it — — You don't believe me, there are very few times when I, Lin San, am not greedy, but if I really say something, I will definitely do it. Old general, I will tell you the truth, I, Lin San, do not have any great ambitions, I go with the flow, but when I encounter difficulties, I have never knelt down. The reason why I came here today is because I do not want to see brother Hu Bugui, brother Li and the others to be buried. They are brave and astute men, they also have the ambition to serve the country. If they are buried, then no matter how much money I, Lin San, earn, no matter how many wives I marry, my heart will not be at ease. "
When Xu Zhiqing heard this, she felt a little touched and a little funny. She did not know how this person trained his ability, they were obviously moving words, but the last sentence always made people feel stifled.
Li Tai had experienced many hardships, he had long since trained his eyes to see people. Seeing Lin San's expression, he finally revealed a trace of a smile, "Xu Wei is right, this Lin San is a ruffian on the outside, but his heart is warm. Strip away his messy, flowery shell, and he is a brave and courageous man. "
Li Tai smiled, "You little brat, do you think I am muddle-headed? Who is gold, who is sand, this old man naturally can see clearly, you can be at ease. Today, I will let you fight a good battle, show some of your skills, it will naturally be beneficial to you. "
"What benefits? Ten thousand taels of silver? " After showing his bloodlust, Lin San's face habitually showed a trace of a cheap smile. Xu Zhiqing shook her head, that Lin San just now must have been possessed by a spirit, the one in front of her was the real one.
Although Li Tai did not smile, but after hearing his words, he was also happy. This little brat really had a personality.
"What silver?" Li Tai's face stiffened. "It is much more important than silver. Look, what is that — "
The old general pointed in the distance. Lin Wanrong followed the direction of his finger, and saw that on the farthest city wall, there were many yellow flags fluttering in the wind. The flag was embroidered with a long animal baring its fangs and brandishing its claws.
"What a large snake!" Lin Wanrong exclaimed.
When everyone heard his words, they were dumbfounded, not knowing what to say. Hu Bugui and the others looked at each other in shock. General Lin's brain must not have been fried, right? Xu Zhiqing clenched her small fists, her face flushed red, her delicate body trembling, desperately trying to hold back her laughter.
Even the incomparably calm Li Tai had blue veins bulging on his forehead, cold sweat dripping down, his voice trembling, "Lin San, what do you think that is?"
"What a large golden snake." Lin Wanrong nodded his head, saying with certainty.
"It's over, we can't win today's battle." Li Wuling hung his head dejectedly. With such a commander, if they could win, then there was no justice in the world.
"Humans cannot be ignorant to this extent." Li Tai exclaimed. "I have lived for sixty years, and to be able to mistake a golden dragon as a golden snake, Lin San, you can be said to be the first person since ancient times."
Golden dragon? Lin Wanrong was taken aback. Looking carefully, he discovered that the flag was fluttering in the wind, the folds concealing the dragon claw at the corner. If one did not look carefully, they would think that it was a large snake.
I am really ignorant. Lin Wanrong wiped the cold sweat off his forehead. If the golden dragon flag appeared, then the one coming from the city gate tower, would it not be — — "The Emperor?" Lin Wanrong was shocked, jumping up and shouting.
Everyone let out a long sigh of relief. At least this child was not completely stupid, he knew that the golden dragon was the symbol of the Emperor's family. They hoped that next time he would not mistake it for a 'large snake'.
Lin Wanrong's heart jumped. If the one who came was really the Emperor, then there was an eighty percent chance that it would be his father-in-law?
As the golden dragon flag fluttered, an imperial carriage rose above the city gate tower. Countless guards and attendants surrounded the imperial carriage. The soldiers who were training on the battlefield, whether they were standing, running, crawling, or crawling, all stood up and bowed. Following that, tens of thousands of people knelt down and kowtowed together. "Greetings to the Emperor. Long live the Emperor, long live, long live. "
Tens of thousands of people knelt down and shouted 'long live the Emperor'. Tsk tsk, this kind of scene was something he had never seen before. Lin Wanrong stood at the side of the saddle. Taking advantage of the time when everyone else was kowtowing to the Emperor, he opened his eyes wide and looked at the Emperor sitting on the dragon throne. The two sides were separated by a great distance. He could only vaguely see a figure wearing a winged crown and a golden dragon robe. However, he could not see the face clearly. He did not know what this Emperor's father-in-law looked like, and whether or not he looked like Qing Xuan.
While he was dreaming in his heart, he saw that Li Tai, Xu Zhiqing, and the others who were kneeling had already stood up. It seemed that the Emperor had called for them to rise. Lin Wanrong pretended to pat the dust off his knees. Xu Zhiqing raised her head. Although her jade face was covered by a light veil, her eyes revealed a trace of a smile that was not a smile, as if she had seen something.
"Now you understand, right?" Li Tai nodded to Lin Wanrong and said, "Today, as long as you perform well and let the Emperor remember you, your future prospects will be limitless."
Lin Wanrong thought of the words he had spoken to Xu Wei a few days ago. If he wanted to enter the palace to find Qing Xuan, there was no other way but to wait for the Emperor's golden mouth to speak. He was worried about how to see the Emperor and did not expect to stumble upon such an opportunity today. There was no time like the present. For the sake of Qing Xuan, today's battle must be fought.
Li Tai was in a hurry to see the Emperor, so the rest of the matters were arranged by Xu Zhiqing. Xu Zhiqing was a scholarly person. She had gone to the battlefield several times to fight against the Hu people. She was a true heroine. Not only was she Li Tai's daughter-in-law in name, she was also the military advisor of China's tens of thousands of northern expedition soldiers.
"Miss Xu, how will today's battle be fought? Are there any restrictions? "Lin Wanrong asked seriously. His current mood had changed from 'I want to fight' to 'I want to fight'. The tone of his voice was less mischievous and more serious.
"Both sides have a thousand people. Three rounds will be the limit. Everything will be close to actual combat. Regardless of methods or schemes, only the result is important." Xu Zhiqing's eyes emitted a calm light as she said indifferently.
Hu Bugui and the others had already changed into armor and majestically led their troops over. Lin Wanrong nodded his head. Close to actual combat. Regardless of methods, these two points were too good. This was the kind of battle to fight.
Facing the thousands of strong and sturdy troops, Lin Wanrong was sincerely gratified. Every one of them was as strong as a calf. Old Hu and Old Du had trained his troops well. Most of them were familiar faces. They were the veterans who had followed him to Shandong. Many of them were elites who had survived the bloody battle to kill the number one warrior of the White Lotus. Their loyalty and combat strength were definitely not a problem.
Lin Wanrong's palms slightly bent a few times. A faint excitement arose in his heart. He calmed his emotions. Facing brothers of life and death, there was no need for superfluous words. He smiled and said, "My name is Lin San. Has anyone forgotten me?"
The thousands of soldiers let out a burst of friendly laughter. The miscellaneous rations soldiers of the past had long become the elites of the elites. Seeing the humorous yet brave and tenacious General Lin standing in front of them again, many people suddenly recalled the times when they had gone through thick and thin together. Faint tears welled up in their eyes.
Lin Wanrong waved his hand and said in a seemingly indifferent manner, "Are you ready?"
"Kill — —" The thousands of soldiers let out an orderly and powerful roar that shook the heavens and the earth.
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