The barbarian army had one marshal and eight lieutenant generals. They were the marshal Fen Tianxiong, and the lieutenant generals Xu Tinghong, Fu Rong, Cao Jianda, Nan Qi Qin, Feng Tisen, Yan Wenan, Gong Zhongfu, and Tai Rui.
Fen Tianxiong had been guarding the pass for fifty years. He had experienced several full-scale battles with the barbarian army and carved out a path that belonged to him as a marshal.
He was also one of the top ten kings in the Grand Xia Empire and was ranked within the top five.
The other lieutenant generals were also kings and had at least twenty years of experience in the army.
At this moment, at the center of the entire barracks, there was a huge tent with the most secluded environment. This tent was embroidered with silk and there were dragons and phoenixes on it. There was also the barbarian army's flag at the top, making it seem exceptionally noble.
This tent could accommodate at least a hundred people at the same time. It was the highest level tent in the entire army and was the residence of the marshal.
In the tent, an extraordinarily mighty middle-aged man was drawing a picture of a ferocious tiger descending the mountain with a brush. His brush moved like a dragon and a snake, and a tiger king quietly leaped onto the paper. That domineering aura was unmistakable.
This middle-aged man was dressed simply. He had a square face, a pair of eyes like rainbows, and an astonishing aura. He was the number one general of the barbarian army, Fen Tianxiong.
There were eight people on the left and right of the camp. These eight people were not like Fen Tianxiong, who dared to walk around in casual clothes. Instead, they each wore a set of battle armor and stood majestically. They were all focused on Fen Tianxiong drawing in the center, and no one made the slightest sound.
After a long time, Fen Tianxiong finished painting in one go. He finally put down the brush and stretched his body. He faced the eight people and smiled faintly: "Why are all of you here today? Could it be that something big happened?"
As the second general under Fen Tianxiong, Xu Tinghong took the lead and cupped his hands: "Great general, the barbarian army has been conducting military exercises recently. There are also reports from the spies in the rear that they are transporting large amounts of military provisions. I believe that after winter, they will launch a great invasion against us.
Xu Tinghong had a tall and skinny figure. He had a pair of sunken eyes, a high nose bridge, and a goatee on his chin. His face was full of wrinkles, and even though he looked old, his figure was still as tall and straight as a pine tree. It could be seen that he had worked hard for Great Xia all these years and was extremely loyal.
"Yes, I already know about this matter. Ting Hong, how do you think we should deal with it?" Fen Tianxiong asked back.
"This subordinate believes that attacking first is the best course of action!" Xu Tinghong said firmly.
After he finished speaking, a slightly shorter and fatter general walked out and said, "We can't do that. The Barbarian army has always been ferocious and they're already prepared. If we were to attack, we won't be able to win."
"Bullsh * t, Feng Tisen, you have always been a coward. You only know how to resist when the barbarian army comes. Why can't we kill them first? As long as the strategy is right, they have nothing to be afraid of." Xu Tinghong scolded.
"Xu Tinghong, don't think that you're the only one who dares to touch the Barbarian army's butt. I, Old Feng, don't think that I don't have the ability to do so. I'm only thinking for the sake of our soldiers. With the Wolf Smoke Mountain Range being easy to defend, if the Barbarian army dares to attack, they won't be able to return." The lieutenant general called Feng Tisen replied.
"Only attacking is the best defense. If we always think about defending, even if we win, it will be a pyrrhic victory!" Xu Tinghong insisted on his position.
When Feng Tisen wanted to continue speaking, Fen Tianxiong waved his hand and said, "Alright, don't be anxious. I have my own conclusion on this matter." Then, he asked, "Is there anything else to discuss today other than this matter?"
Soon after, the lieutenant generals reported the matters they wanted to discuss one after another.
Among them, one of the matters was about the Wolf Smoke Mountain Prison's "Wang Jiuchong". He had already settled down in the Mountain Prison and had accepted a disciple. Someone suggested going to the Mountain Prison to invite Wang Jiuchong to join the army and increase their strength.
Fen Tianxiong agreed to this matter and asked the person who suggested it, Fu Rong, to personally go to the Mountain Prison to invite Wang Jiuchong to help.
"Alright, if there is nothing else, you can leave." After Fen Tianxiong arranged the recent matters, he gave the order to leave.
At this time, Yan Wenan said, "Great General, something interesting happened today. I want to talk to you about it."
"Oh, something that can make Wenan feel interesting must be interesting. Tell us about it." Fen Tianxiong said.
"Today, there was a brat from the Death Legion who shocked everyone on the challenge stage and caused quite a stir …" Yan Wenan said. However, before he could finish speaking, he was interrupted by Cao Jianda, "Wenan, are you talking about the Death Legion's Yang Wu?"
Yan Wenan looked at Cao Jianda playfully and replied, "That's right, it's the Death Legion's new Vice Commander, Yang Wu. This brat …"
Before he could finish speaking, Cao Jianda interrupted again, "Yang Wu disregarded military discipline and offended his superiors, but he was protected by Nangong Rose. I think it's necessary to deal with this matter personally, lest some people get cocky after earning a little merit. I think you shouldn't talk about him anymore, Wenan."
Yan Wenan showed a trace of dissatisfaction and said, "Lieutenant General Cao, I know you don't want to talk about that brat, but I have to say it today. You can't stop me." Then, he ignored Cao Jianda's gloomy expression and told Fen Tianxiong about Yang Wu's deeds on the challenge stage today.
After Fen Tianxiong and the Lieutenant Generals present heard this, they all showed a surprised expression.
"There is such an outstanding seedling in the Death Legion. What a pity!" Fen Tianxiong sighed.
"Yes, so I want the Great General to give me an order to take that brat under my command, so as to not miss out on the genius." Yan Wenan cupped his hands and said.
"I also want this kind of genius." Nan Qi Qin, who hadn't spoken much until now, said.
Nan Qi Qin was the tallest among the generals. He was seven feet tall, and his body was incomparably sturdy like a mountain. He felt like a crane in a flock of chickens.
"Old Nan, is it you or your daughter who wants him?" Yan Wenan joked.
"It's all the same, it's all the same!" Nan Qi Qin grinned.
Nan Runan was Nan Qi Qin's daughter. As the father, Nan Qi Qin naturally received the news of what she did today. He was very clear about his daughter's high standards. That brat called Yang Wu must be outstanding for his daughter to take a fancy to him. Therefore, he hoped to take Yang Wu under his command and let his daughter have a favorable position.
"It seems that you have all overlooked one point. That brat is indeed extraordinary, but he was born as a prison slave!" Cao Jianda sneered.
"A hero doesn't ask where he came from. No matter what crime he committed, he has already made up for it. There is nothing to be confused about." Yan Wenan said again.
"That's right!" Nan Qi Qin responded succinctly.
Cao Jianda threw out a question. "Do you know that he is Yang Zhennan's son?"
Yang Zhennan was a hereditary count and belonged to the aristocracy. He had a good reputation in the circle. Even though they were far away at the border, they knew of his existence. A few months ago, the Yang family's property was confiscated and Yang Zhennan was stripped of his title as a count, which could be said to have caused a sensation.
Now, Yan Wenan and Nan Qi Qin both showed extremely ugly expressions. They really didn't know about Yang Wu's background in detail, let alone that the person he had offended had such a big background.
"In the end, you are talking about Yang Zhennan's son. Yang Zhennan has two sons, one is a warrior and the other is a scholar. Especially Yang Wen, who was only 15 years old and was already the top scholar in the high school. He can be said to be a literary star. However, because of his brother, Yang Wu, he was forced to give up his official position in order to save his family's life. It's really sad!" Fen Tianxiong sighed and paused for a moment before continuing: "Yang Wu was taken as a prison slave, but he still has the possibility to escape. It's really amazing! Yang Zhennan really gave birth to a pair of good sons, but it's really a pity! "
"Great General, it's better to let me deal with Yang Wu. Presumably, Prince Fu An also doesn't want to see him return." Cao Jianda proposed.
Yan Wenan's mouth twitched. He wanted to say something, but in the end, he didn't say anything.
Nan Qi Qin said without any hesitation: "Great General, since Yang Wu can complete the atonement according to the rules, we should let bygones be bygones. There is no need to continue to be entangled."
"That's not right. If we let him grow up, he will inevitably retaliate against Prince Fu An. At that time, it will be our fault." Cao Jianda retorted.
"You don't need to quarrel anymore. That kid is in the Death Corps. Let him continue to make contributions. Maybe one day, he will heroically die in the battlefield. That will be a good ending, right?" Fu Rong said from the side.
Fen Tianxiong didn't express his opinion for the time being. He tapped his finger on the table, making a "Dong Dong" sound. The others also completely shut up and didn't argue anymore.
After a while, Fen Tianxiong finally said: "Let him continue to stay in the Death Corps. After all, the Death Corps is a vanguard. It's inevitable for them to fight against the barbarian army. If he can survive, then let's talk about it. If he dies in the battlefield, then it's a worthy death. What do you all think?"
"Great General is wise!" The soldiers said in unison.
In this military camp, Fen Tianxiong was the highest marshal. His combat power was also the first. No one dared to violate his words.
Then, Fen Tianxiong said: "You all should prepare for the new Young Marshal and Major General. When the war happens, it's time for the younger generation to hone themselves."
"Then, is Yang Wu eligible to participate?" Cao Jianda asked again.
"No one in the Death Corps is allowed to participate!" Fen Tianxiong directly gave a death order.
"Yes, Great General!" Cao Jianda immediately showed a happy face.
Right now, Yang Wu's performance was too strong. If he was allowed to participate in the competition for Young Marshal and Major General, there would be a place for him. Now, with the marshal's order, he was prohibited from participating in this event. Cao Jianda could be considered to have avenged his son.
Yang Wu didn't know that he was kicked out of the competition so ruthlessly. He was even almost sentenced to death by Cao Jianda's words. After he met up with Wan Lanxin and Little Man, he returned to his own tent and summoned Little Hei. He was prepared to let Little Hei refine a pill that could help Li Dazui recover from his injuries.
However, Little Hei told him that to refine the Bone Revitalization Pill, he needed a portion of "Bone Revitalization Water". Little Hei didn't have it on her and needed him to get it.
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