mtl008 Chapter 385: Military Review and Appointment
Chapter 385: Military Review and Appointment
Wang Xinyao said shyly, "The Japanese army has been attacking recently, and I'm a little tired."
"Xinyao, you've worked so hard, let's get some rest early!"
Zhao Haoxuan paused as he was taking off his armor, gently placed the iron-scale armor on a low stool, and then lay down on the soft bed with Wang Xinyao.
After being separated for many days, Zhao Haoxuan missed Wang Xinyao even more.
At this moment, the two of them were so close, fingers intertwined, he could no longer suppress the impulse in his heart, and involuntarily moved closer to Wang Xinyao.
His fingertips gently slid across Wang Xinyao's hair, as if touching the softest thing in the world.
The faint body fragrance, mixed with the smell of herbs, drifted into his nose, making his throat tighten unconsciously.
However, just when his hands started to act a little dishonestly, Wang Xinyao seemed to suddenly wake up, and suddenly stretched out her hand to stop his movements.
Zhao Haoxuan's heart suddenly tightened, and a feeling of loss and sadness surged in his heart.
His throat rolled and his voice became hoarse: "When you are not by my side, I dream about you every day..."
"I know, but not for now..." Wang Xinyao replied.
"Xinyao, are you angry because I didn't accompany you back to Xie Village?"
"Hehe...it's not because of this..."
At this moment, Wang Xinyao's face suddenly turned pale. She suddenly covered her mouth and began to retch.
Zhao Haoxuan's fingertips froze in mid-air. A wisp of morning breeze blew past, lifting the strands of hair from her temples and sweeping across the back of his hand.
"Xinyao, are you okay?" Zhao Haoxuan suddenly sat up from the bed, and the sword beside the bed fell to the ground with a clang.
"Brother Zhao, I'm fine, I'm just pregnant..."
After hearing this, Zhao Haoxuan stood up suddenly. His palm was trembling slightly as it rested against her lower abdomen, and even his breathing became lighter.
"Seriously? We have a kid?"
"Yes, Brother Zhao, you will be a father soon!" Wang Xinyao suddenly lowered her head and bit her lip and smiled.
"Haha, did you hear that?" Zhao Haoxuan suddenly put his ear close to the saddle, his eyes shining. "I heard the foal kicking the saddle!"
Just then, the sound of war horses' snorting could be heard outside the tent.
Wang Xinyao chuckled, "It's only been two months, how can that be an exaggeration?"
"Xinyao, lie down and have a good rest, then we can talk!"
After the two lay down again, their bodies were tightly pressed against each other, and their body temperature transmitted warmth through their clothes.
During this quiet moment, they began to tell each other about what had happened in the capital, Xiejia Village and near the border during this period.
Time passed by unknowingly, the voices of the two became lower and lower, and finally they both fell into a deep sleep.
The next day, the fog had not yet dissipated at the hour of Mao, and the sunlight seemed covered by a layer of gauze.
Zhao Haoxuan woke up first. He gently stroked Wang Xinyao's hair, not having the heart to wake her up.
However, Wang Xinyao was still awakened by the sunlight.
She opened her eyes and saw Zhao Haoxuan looking at her with a smile, and she felt happy.
After getting up, the two went to the training ground together.
On the parade ground, hundreds of thousands of troops were majestic, with spears and halberds standing in rows like wheat stubble after harvest, emitting the unique blue-gray color of cold iron.
The soldiers were all in high spirits and ready for battle, demonstrating their strong military bearing and combat effectiveness.
The morning light outlined the silhouette of Zhao Haoxuan. He stood on the platform for reviewing generals. The cold light on his armor reflected against the early sun, as if a god of war had descended to the earth.
He used his spiritual power to amplify his voice and spread it throughout the entire training ground.
"Everyone, listen up! Appoint Zhou Yunxi as the Grand General to aid the Li Nation. Appoint Xu Ping as the Deputy General to assist Zhou Yunxi!"
"Yes, sir!" Zhou Yunxi and Xu Ping responded in unison.
Zhao Haoxuan then announced: "Appoint Zhou Shen as the Left Cavalry Captain, Fang Zhiyuan as the Right Cavalry Captain, and Ye Fan as the Lieutenant Colonel."
"Understood!" The three of them received the order and stood in their respective positions.
Then, Zhao Haoxuan continued to confer rewards: "Appoint Luo Qing as the Logistics Commandant, and Xie Xiaogang as the Flying Tiger Commandant! Appoint..."
When Xie Xiaogang heard the title "Flying Tiger Captain", he was completely stunned.
He couldn't believe his ears. This position was one step closer to the position of general!
He secretly told himself that he must work harder and live up to the princess's expectations, so that he would have a chance to marry her.
The rewards are still continuing.
In the end, even Chen Liangxian and Gu Ze were appointed as Sima of the medical team, leading the medical team of Xie Dahua, Xiaowen and Xiaomei!
At the edge of the training ground, Hu Wei clenched his fists.
By the end of the list of awards, crescent-shaped marks had been left on his palms by his fingernails.
He Tian exchanged glances with Zhuge Quan, and swallowed his resentment with a rolling Adam's apple.
Everyone was arranged, but the names of the three of them were still not included.
This made the three men as anxious as ants on a hot pan.
"Your Highness, what about us?" Hu Wei finally couldn't help it.
"Don't worry, I'll make arrangements for you." Zhao Haoxuan smiled slightly and said, "Appoint Hu Wei as the Blue Guard Commander, and He Tian as the Blue Feather Commander."
As the decree was read out, Hu Wei and He Tian trembled with excitement.
They knew that from this moment on, they had finally become real generals.
"Thank you, Your Highness the Crown Prince!" The two shouted in unison, then knelt down and kowtowed in unison to express their gratitude to His Highness the Crown Prince.
At this moment, Wang Xinyao slowly stood up from her seat, holding two indentures in her hands.
These two indentures were the indentures of Hu Wei and He Tian. Now, Wang Xinyao wants to return them to the two newly promoted generals.
"General Hu, General He," Wang Xinyao's voice was clear and firm. "Do you have the confidence to help General Chen defend the border?"
Hu Wei and He Tian looked at each other, then raised their heads at the same time, tears glistening in their eyes.
They knew that without Wang Xinyao's help, they might always be servants and would never have achieved what they have today.
"Yes, thank you, ma'am!" The two of them took the deed and replied in unison, their voices filled with gratitude towards Wang Xinyao.
"Okay, Hu Wei, He Tian, you've fought several battles with the Wolie people on the border, so you should be very familiar with their tactics and habits.
I now order you to lead the troops of the former Qingwei and Qingyu, and train them to be as powerful as the personal guards of Xiejia Village. Can you do it?"
"can!"
"Okay. Then I'll leave it to you two to assist General Chen in guarding the border." Zhao Haoxuan said seriously.
Then, he suddenly turned his head and looked at Zhuge Quan who was standing beside him.
"As for Mr. Zhuge, I think you are a local and should be very familiar with the terrain and conditions of this area.
And you are proficient in tactics, so you don’t need to follow us to Li Country. I have decided to let you stay at the border.
At the same time, I grant you the position of military advisor for the border, hoping that you can fully utilize your talents to defend our homeland."
Zhuge Quan was very moved when he heard what Zhao Haoxuan said.
He knelt on his knees, kowtowed, and said, "Thank you, Your Highness! This is an honor for me. I will do my best to fulfill this mission!"
For Zhuge Quan, this is indeed the best choice.
By staying at the border, he can not only protect his hometown and relatives, but also have the opportunity to avenge his parents, wife and children.
He was well aware of the brutality and cruelty of the Wolie people, and he also understood the heavy responsibility he shouldered.
Zhao Haoxuan nodded with satisfaction, then gave orders loudly.
"Okay, everyone get ready. We will send troops to Li Country tomorrow morning!"
As he finished speaking, everyone took his orders and left, busily beginning to make various preparations.
At this moment, two familiar figures suddenly appeared in front of Wang Xinyao.