Chapter 75: Leading the Army

"My lord?"

Looking at Su Ye stunned on the main seat for a moment, Li Jing called out softly.

"Hmm?"

"Oh, Pharmacist, you didn't say earlier that this time among the newly formed Cangzhou army there simultaneously appeared two promising commanders?"

Having regained his composure, Su Ye looked at the identities the system had implanted for Xue Ren Gui and the other, and asked Li Jing.

"Well, indeed there is such a matter."

Li Jing recalled, and indeed the newly formed Cangzhou army previously had these two individuals.

"Then that's good; I've heard that these two maintain strict discipline in leading troops, and their marches are orderly."

Su Ye chatted nonsense; as for where he heard it from, that's not important.

This is also why Su Ye, upon arriving, newly organized a large army in Cangzhou.

At the very least, Su Ye holds absolute authority in this army; everyone is still unfamiliar, so naturally the capable rise and the incompetent fall.

Appointments among officers are not subject to so many restrictions.

Unlike those armies that have been formed for many years, officer appointments demand extremely high personal qualifications.

Therefore, in this newly formed Cangzhou army, Su Ye wants to promote someone to a higher position relatively easily.

That way, the commander-in-chief figures summoned by Su Ye afterward would be able to stand out a bit more.

As long as Su Ye has this intention, it's enough.

After all, those on the commander-in-chief side are not as obvious as the War God on the martial side.

As long as one displays the Gang Qi Dharma Aspect, a War God-level expert would be in high demand anywhere.

"Call those two over!"

Looking at his subordinates, Su Ye settled the matter with a single strike.

Inside the military tent, the light was dim and the atmosphere solemn.

Su Ye sat behind the central desk, his gaze deep.

Under him, the main commander Li Jing and the generals stood on either side.

Outside the tent, the faint sound of soldiers patrolling and murmuring could be heard.

Xue Ren Gui and Tie Shi Wen, who had stood out in this Cangzhou new army, were led into the tent.

They wore battle robes, displaying vigorous and spirited bearing.

Tie Shi Wen had a resolute face, his eyes full of rebelliousness; Xue Ren Gui appeared more steady and restrained, hiding his depths.

"Greetings, my lord!"

Seeing the gazes of everyone in the tent gather upon them, Tie Shi Wen and Xue Ren Gui exchanged a glance, a flash of excitement in their eyes, and bowed their hands to Su Ye at the head.

"Haha, no need for formalities; I've heard that you two are brave beyond the three armies and skilled in governing troops."

Now that war between Cangzhou and Qi Zhou is imminent, I wish to appoint a few capable generals to lead a detached force deep into enemy territory; this mission is perilous, requiring both wisdom and courage.

Xue Ren Gui, Tie Shi Wen, are you two willing to undertake this heavy responsibility?

Su Ye glanced at the two seated below, smiling as he spoke.

"My lord, this subordinate is willing to go."

Tie Shi Wen's spirit lifted, he straightened up and stepped out through the passage.

"My lord, this subordinate also swears to complete the mission unto death."

Xue Ren Gui, after a brief moment of thought, likewise clasped his hands in salute.

"Good. Pharmacist, do you have any suggestions or additions?"

The lord nodded satisfied:

"My lord, I suggest equipping the two generals with elite light cavalry to ensure swift movement."

Li Jing seated below glanced at the two and didn't say much more.

"Very good. Be sure to ensure nothing goes wrong. Generals, do you have any problems?"

Su Ye nodded in agreement, looking at Tie Shi Wen and Xue Ren Gui below, and asked.

"My lord, I have a request. Please provide spies skilled in intelligence so we can conduct operations within Qi Zhou territory."

Xue Ren Gui thought briefly, then spoke calmly.

For a lone army deep in enemy territory, intelligence is the most important thing; other material, weaponry, and aid are meaningless.

Only accurate intelligence truly concerns the survival of this lone army.

"Generals, rest assured; after you enter Qi Zhou, the information from the Nine Heavens Army, the Cangzhou Army, and the net in Qi Zhou will be opened to you; I hope you return victorious."

The lord smiled slightly, saying to them, letting them take this detached force to Qi Zhou is of great use, and not to send them to their deaths.

"Thank you, my lord; this subordinate will surely not fail your command!"

Tie Shi Wen and Xue Ren Gui exchanged a glance, speaking excitedly.

Never expected that we two had just joined the Cangzhou army, and so quickly we would get the opportunity to independently lead troops.

Although this mission is a bit dangerous, as long as we return alive, it will be a tremendous merit!

"Moreover, generals, when deep in enemy territory, you also need a War God to accompany the army."

"General Jiao Mo, General Mo Peng, I don't know if you two are willing to accompany the army into Qi Zhou."

After Su Ye arranged for Xue Ren Gui and Tie Shi Wen, he then turned to the Flood Demon King and Peng Demon King on the side and asked.

For this detached force to be effective, Su Ye also spared no expense.

As for Xue Ren Gui, a base commander-in-chief of 100, near Saint Rank, needless to say, he himself is a peak divine general.

Also, Tie Shi Wen, Xue Ren Gui's arch-enemy, and the two martial warriors of 107, the Flood Demon King and Peng Demon King, are War Gods.

One could say the strength of this detached force's lineup is maxed out.

It is only because the number of War Gods has overflowed that Su Ye can be this overbearing.

Other forces, the War Gods would love to enshrine them and use them as killing weapons.

"I, the junior general, wish to go!"*2

The Flood Demon King and the Peng Demon King, who had thought there was no hope, stepped forward, delighted.

At this moment, deep within the commander's tent, Xue Ren Gui stood silently in the corner, his eyes as deep as the night sky.

He knew well that this foray deep into enemy rear was unlike ordinary battles.

This is not merely a contest of force, but also a test of wisdom and courage.

Xue Ren Gui repeatedly pondered in his mind, organizing various possible intelligence and strategies.

Venturing deep into enemy rear means facing unknown dangers and challenges, but it is also an opportunity, if one's battle achievements are outstanding.

This is also an opportunity that could bring a decisive victory for the lord and the army.

But in his conversations with Su Ye and the other commanders, Xue Ren Gui did not overly reveal his thoughts and plans.

A true wise person would not readily reveal their inner strategies.

He silently observed everyone in the corner of the commander's tent, listening to their suggestions and opinions, quietly committing this information to memory.

In these days of interacting with Tie Shi Wen, Xue Ren Gui was more like a listener.

From Tie Shi Wen's words, he heard his confidence and courage, but he also saw Tie Shi Wen's impetuosity and impulsiveness.

Therefore, he saw that Tie Shi Wen was an excellent warrior, but in this mission of penetrating deep into enemy rear, what was needed more was calm and patience.

"Good, with you elite troops and capable generals, my Cangzhou Army will surely be invincible."

Looking at his magnificent array of troops under his command, Su Ye felt immense pride and satisfaction.

"To serve the lord!"

Seeing the lord so happy, what else could the people do?

Of course, we just go along with him!

Afterwards, each went their separate ways, preparing for the expedition.

After his conversation with Su Ye ended, Xue Ren Gui returned alone to his commander's tent.

He took out brush and ink, began drawing a map on paper, marking the enemy's troop distribution and possible routes of action.

At this moment, his thoughts flowed like water, as strategies and schemes gradually formed in his mind.

Penetrating deep into enemy rear is no easy task; Xue Ren Gui needs to devise the most perfect plan of action, ensuring every detail has been carefully considered.

(End of chapter)