The Weapons Mountain was a small mountain less than a hundred meters high in the northern part of the Heavenly Tripod City.
There was nothing on the mountain. Not even a tree or a rock could be found. There were only nearly a hundred roads leading to the top of the mountain. It was as if they were connected in all directions.
On the top of the mountain, there was a space portal more than ten meters high. Countless soldiers wearing different styles of armor were coming and going.
When Lin Tieying led the Snow Leopard Troop to the foot of the mountain, it immediately attracted the attention of countless people.
During this period of time, there would be one or two groups of defeated soldiers retreating from the northern cities almost every day.
However, most of these defeated soldiers had abandoned their armor and were in a disorderly formation. They were like a motley crew.
However, the Snow Leopard Troop was different. More than three thousand soldiers were fully equipped with shining armor. They rode on tall snow leopards in a strict formation. Their steps were neat and uniform. Many banners fluttered in the wind. An iron-blooded battle aura floated in the sky, giving people a strong sense of oppression from afar.
"Hey! Which city's army is this? It's so powerful! "
"Snow Leopard Troop? It's the Snow Leopard Troop of Guanxue City! "
"So it's the army of the Lin Family. No wonder it's so powerful! If it weren't for their small numbers, they wouldn't be weaker than the Heavenly Tripod Troop! "
The surrounding passers-by discussed animatedly. At the same time, many people quickly left to report to their masters.
However, these guys discovered it too late. The Snow Leopard Troop had been targeted when they just entered the city.
Lin Tieying was about to lead his troops forward when the sound of iron hooves came from behind. In the blink of an eye, a group of armored soldiers riding tall wildebeests blocked the front of the army.
The leader was a young general with a dignified appearance and a burly body. He glanced at the Snow Leopard Troop and couldn't help but be overjoyed. It was as if he had seen a mountain of gold.
He jumped off his mount and walked to Lin Tieying with a majestic gait. He laughed and said, "Hahahaha! Tieying, we brothers haven't seen each other for a long time! Tieying, you were able to bring back the elites of the Snow Leopard Troop from the Ferocious Beast Tide. This is a great merit! "
Lin Tieying jumped off his mount and cupped his hands with an indifferent expression. He said, "General Lian, you flatter me. I'm just a general of a defeated army. What merit do I have? What brings you here, General Lian? "
This General Lian was a direct descendant of the Lian family. His name was Lian Shiyin, and he was also one of the best of the younger generation in the capital. He was currently the Cheji General of the Daqian dynasty.
General Cheji was a fourth-grade military officer, his official rank was very high, but he usually did not lead troops, he was only temporarily given military authority during war.
Lin Tieying and Lian Shiyin were both born in the Imperial Capital's military families, so they were not unfamiliar with each other. However, they did not interact much and were not very familiar with each other.
Lian Shiyin laughed and said, "Hahaha! Iron Eagle, why is there a need to be polite between you and me? Just call me big brother! Well, it's like this. I came to Heavenly Cauldron City this time because I received an order from the Ministry of War. I'm in charge of organizing the remnants of the army and preparing for war against the foreign invaders! From today onwards, Iron Eagle, you and your Snow Leopard Army will follow Elder Brother. If you and I join hands, we'll surely be able to defend against the enemy outside the gates of the Empire, and we'll make great contributions! Hahaha! "
"Hmm?" Lin Tieying was a little troubled and asked, "Does General Lian have the Imperial Court's decree?"
"Yes, of course!"
Lian Shiyin immediately took out a golden decree and handed it to Lin Tieying.
Lin Tieying took it and looked at it. He could not help but frown slightly. This was indeed a decree from the Ministry of War.
However, the wording was very vague. Although it was written that Lian Shiyin had the authority to organize the garrisons in various places and command them in battle, it did not specify the extent of his authority and which cities or regions he was in charge of. This was a very loose decree.
Strictly speaking, Lin Tieying could completely ignore it. He had the authority to send it back to the Ministry of War and re-issue the decree.
For a moment, Lin Tieying was a little hesitant.
Lian Shiyin seemed to see Lin Tieying's hesitation. He immediately smiled playfully and said, "Iron Eagle, Elder Brother received the order in the face of danger. The Ministry of War's decree was a little rushed and perhaps not strict enough. However, I think Elder Brother's position as General of Cheji should be more than enough to govern an army in Viewing Snow City, right?
Besides, although the Beast Tide is fierce this time, Iron Eagle, you still have some responsibility for not leading the troops well. If there are villains in the Imperial Court causing trouble, Iron Eagle, your responsibility can be big or small!
But don't worry, as long as Elder Brother is here, I guarantee that you will not be held accountable. I will bear all the trouble! "
Lian Shiyin patted his chest loudly, but his words were both soft and hard, full of meaning.
There was no doubt that if Lin Tieying dared to refuse, Lian Shiyin would absolutely not mind being one of those villains that caused trouble.
At this time, Lin Tieying could not help but think of Lin Xuan's words. Lin Xuan had told him that he did not need to refuse the recruitment of those in power. He only needed to choose someone with a strong background to rely on.
This Lian Shiyin, as a direct descendant of the Lian Family, was backed by a divine general who was a pillar of the nation. He should be able to meet His Lord's requirements, right?
After some thought, he decided to accept the military order. He said, "Since the decree of the Imperial Court is here, this general will naturally obey. The Snow Leopard Army will listen to General Lian's orders from now on …"
"Wait!"
Before Lin Tieying could finish, he was suddenly interrupted by an arrogant shout.
Immediately after, a noble young master dressed in luxurious clothes with an arrogant face rushed over with a large group of subordinates.
The arrogant young master raised his horsewhip and roared wildly, "Lin Tieying, hand over your military seal. From now on, the Snow Leopard Army will be under my command!"
Lin Tieying could not help but frown, but he did not say anything.
This noble young master was called Qi Feibao. He was the direct grandson of the Duke Zhen of the Daqian dynasty and the brother-in-law of the current Crown Prince. This was another existence that Lin Tieying could not afford to offend.
At this moment, Lian Shiyin's face suddenly darkened. He coldly shouted, "Qi Feibao, don't go too far. I already gave you the Snow Fox Army yesterday. Don't be too greedy! As a person, you should know when to stop! "
Qi Feibao laughed disdainfully, "Hahahaha! Lian Shiyin, you make it sound nice, but you know better than me what kind of plaything the Snow Fox Army is! The Snow Fox Army has lost their military seal and is left with less than 500 disabled soldiers. Moreover, all of them are missing arms and legs. What use do I have for such a motley crew?
I don't care. This Snow Leopard Army must be mine!
Don't you have the order? Haha, I have it too. Moreover, not only do I have the order from the Ministry of War, but I also have the Crown Prince's handwritten order! "
While laughing wildly, he threw two golden pages at Lin Tieying's feet and roared unquestionably, "Lin Tieying, you failed to defend the city and caused Viewing Snow City to fall into the hands of the foreign tribes. You caused countless casualties among the people of the Daqian dynasty. You have committed a grave crime and are no longer suitable to lead the Snow Leopard Army. Now, hand over your military seal and return to the Imperial Capital to ask for punishment!"
Lin Tieying frowned and was secretly furious.
He had led the army for ten years and had made illustrious military achievements. He had single-handedly created the powerful Snow Leopard Army. How could he allow a dandy to criticize him?
However, before he could reply, Lian Shiyin had already stood in front of him and faced Qi Feibao directly. He sneered, "Qi Feibao, in terms of position, you are only a Fifth Grade General of the Left Guard. What qualifications do you have to lead an army? Moreover, who knows if the Crown Prince's handwritten order in your hand is real or fake? "
"You! Lian Shiyin, do you want to f * cking die? "Qi Feibao was furious.
Lian Shiyin laughed disdainfully, "Hahaha, Qi Feibao, if you want to fight, then go ahead! This is not the Imperial Capital. You are just a dandy who knows nothing. It is more suitable for you to return to the Imperial Capital and play in the mud! "
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