Chapter 726

In Qian Yong's eyes, there is only one principle for how that young master of his family conducts affairs.

It's just however convenient for me, however simple for me.

As for what others think and what consequences might arise, they are not even in his consideration.

Even if he earnestly reminded him, Qian Fugui often still didn't care.

"Your family's living father, from now on don't follow him; he's basically able to stand on his own now—what's the point of you honestly being a steward behind him? The navy and cavalry are combined, for now all under Chen Wu Yin's command; wait until your wings are hardened, then each go your own way." Chen Wuji said.

"But what I want is, when in water it's the navy, when on horse it's the cavalry; how you do it, you two can figure out privately." Chen Wuji said.

"Yes!"

Chen Wu Yin and Qian Yong both clasped their fists in acceptance.

"Our army currently only has the nominal cavalry and navy, but fundamentally lacks the strength to stand alone as separate forces; you two still need to strive." Chen Wuji encouraged.

Before the army left Hezhou, his order was for the cavalry to become an independent unit.

But Chen Wu Yin ran off to Guangyuan Prefecture for a round, and then never kept up with the army's pace.

As of now, after the central army and Chen Baojia's troops have repeatedly fought the Qiang people, the cavalry numbers are actually above the level needed for independent cavalry formation.

This makes the situation quite awkward.

But the order has been issued, and Chen Wuji doesn't want to disband the cavalry at this moment.

Then we can only have Chen Wu Yin work harder.

Chen Wu Yin gave a hehe laugh, "My lord, I actually now seem to have the strength to form an independent unit."

"Does that mean your subordinates have been expanded?" Chen Wuji asked.

Chen Wu Yin said with a bit of pride, "My lord, I haven't been idle this period; I've fought big and small battles, about a hundred or so, and now my cavalry numbers five thousand, which can be considered a true cavalry."

Chen Wuji raised his hand and pointed to the shore, "Why don't you look back?"

"My lord, I see warhorses, but there aren't many!"

"The central army now has eight thousand cavalry, with three thousand spare warhorses." Chen Wuji said lightly.

Chen Wu Yin stared in shock, "That many?"

"Chen Baojia's side is now all cavalry, no infantry; you say being a cavalry commander is tough? I don't even want to tell you, yet you insist on comparing." Chen Wuji laughed.

Chen Wu Yin patted his chest, "Indeed it's a bit tough, my lord; I want to find some excuse."

"Go ahead, let's see what excuse you can come up with." Chen Wuji chuckled.

Chen Wu Yin said gloomily, "My lord, leading the army in constant battles with the Qiang people, warhorses naturally come faster, but I initially was tangled with Gu Wenjie's old rat, then fought those clans, so I couldn't get many warhorses. To have that many warhorses, the cavalry would surely need to double."

"Don't give me hypotheticals; now you have the opportunity to get more warhorses, I'll see your ability. You brat, don't lose face for me, or else even if I have no objections, San Shu will surely whip you to death!" Chen Wuji firmly patted Chen Wu Yin's shoulder.

During the time in Xishan Village, Chen Wu Yin, as a peer, spent the most time mingling with him.

Chen Wu Yin puffed out his chest, "My lord, rest assured; as long as there's an opportunity, I will definitely not disappoint you. Whatever Chen Baojia can do, I will surely do even better."

"Old Qian, what I just said to him also applies to you: the navy is crucial going forward, cannot be lax, nor be underestimated." Chen Wuji said sternly.

From the Yunzhou ferry landing going downstream, one can directly enter Hezhou, then San Guan Jun; the army's mobility will greatly increase. No matter what relationship he and Yang Yu will have in the future, this move must be prepared.

When there were no conditions, Chen Wuji had long thought of the navy; now Yu Ren has already built the framework for him, laid the foundation—if not well utilized, how could it be justified?

"Deputy General receives the order! Will surely not betray the lord's trust!"

Qian Yong responded in a low voice, his heart surging.

The young master's fledgling eagle has now learned to fly; it's also time for him to spread his ambitions.

Regarding Chen Wuji's this order, he not only had no objection, but was rather delighted.

Being a steward behind the young master is truly tiring.

"Shi Yi Shu, order boarding; we'll cross the river!" Chen Wuji commanded.

"Yes!"

As the command flag waved, the central army mightily began boarding.

Immediately, the fleet turned a bend in the middle of the river and went upstream.

The ferry landing on the opposite bank is also called Yunzhou Ferry, but the two are not directly opposite; they are offset by a considerable distance, requiring about half an hour of navigation.

Not far from the opposite bank's Yunzhou Ferry landing is Yu Ren's shipyard.

Chen Wuji specially went over to take a look.

Yu Ren, this old Lao Zamao, to conceal this hidden hand, also put in considerable effort.

The shipyard is right beside the ferry landing, but a mountain lies between them.

What's more, you can't reach it by land; you must go by water.

The shipyard is stuck at the big bend of the Yunzhou River, where there is a natural water bay formed by two mountains flanking each other; Yu Ren established a water stronghold there and set up the shipyard.

The two mountains behind it are extremely steep; not to mention people, even mountain goats that can walk on cliffs as flat ground may not be able to find footing.

Chen Wuji carefully inspected the shipyard, then ordered changes to the wages of the shipyard workers and laborers, and added incentives such as bonuses for completing a ship, before leading the troops ashore.

At this time, it was already approaching evening.

The army did not continue forward; Chen Wuji ordered to set up camp right on the shore.

In a day's time, they merely went from the south bank to the north bank.

After setting up camp, Chen Wuji personally cooked to welcome and cleanse Chen Wu Yin.

Outwardly he is the Lord of Nan Jun and the Chief Commander of the Three Armies.

But in private, he has never neglected his feelings toward this group of comrades.

During the days when he was a hunter in Xishan Village, the people he played with most were Chen Bushi, Chen Luozi, and Chen Wu Yin; if Chen Wu Yin weren't now a person of status, he would still want to call Xiong Paozi.

In the difficult early days of the transmigration, thanks to these few people's help, he was able to make it through safely and steadily.

Even if they did this because Chen Wuji is the sole heir of the family line, the future family head, to Chen Wuji these are just side matters.

"Come, serve the dishes!" Chen Wuji shouted.

You also haven't tasted my cooking in a long time—savor it, savor it! Today, keep it simple; we'll just use what's at hand, make a one-fish-three-eat dish, and the wine should be enough.

Chen Wu Yin said jokingly: "In the future, wanting to eat dishes personally made by the Family Head will surely become harder and harder. Today we've finally caught one—this definitely can't be simple; this little thing is nowhere near enough to eat!"

After saying that, he shouted at the top of his lungs: "Wuyi? Wuyi! Put in more effort, get more—one-fish-three-eat won't cut it; at least we need a one-fish-five-eat!"

Not far away, Chen Wuyi, who was sitting by the shore fishing: ……

He never wants to fish again in this lifetime.