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Everyone was enthusiastically praising Liu Yong'an, and even Liu Guanfeng, who was listening nearby, straightened his back. Soon, a lunch passed amidst everyone's laughter. After lunch, a soldier named Gao Yu came to Liu Guanfeng's side and put his arm around Liu Guanfeng's shoulder. "Hey, little brother, which camp are you assigned to?"
Liu Guanfeng shook his head. "I don't know yet; I should find out this afternoon."
"Alright, once you know which camp you're in, remember to tell me. If anyone dares to bully you, I'll take revenge for you," Gao Yu promised while patting his chest.
Liu Guanfeng smiled slightly and cupped his fist towards Gao Yu. "Then I thank you in advance, Brother Gao."
"Don't mention it; you're too polite. By the way, brother, weren't there three others who came with you this morning?"
"Yes, why? Have you met them?" Liu Guanfeng asked.
Gao Yu nodded. "I have. This morning when I was practicing with the barbell, those three kids came over with the Minor General. You wouldn't believe it; those two black kids are really strong. Their strength is greater than mine. They shouldn't be bigger than me, right?"
Liu Guanfeng nodded. "They are both seven years old like me this year."
Gao Yu jumped back as if someone had stepped on his tail. "No way, really? Are they only seven years old? I saw them lifting an eighty-pound barbell on their shoulders like it was nothing."
Liu Guanfeng thought to himself: Eighty pounds? You should take a look at how much those two Little Guys are wearing. Usually at home, these two Little Guys have to lift at least a hundred pounds of barbell.
"Yeah, they've been strong since they were little."
"I think they might catch the Minor General's attention and could become team leaders or something in the future."
"Maybe."
Under Gao Yu's guidance, Liu Guanfeng walked around a bit more and further understood the soldiers' lives and training conditions in the camp.
Just as the two were happily chatting with a group of soldiers, a Minor General entered from outside, followed by Bao Rui and three others. When the Minor General saw Liu Guanfeng, he immediately stepped forward to pay his respects, saying, "Third Young Master, the General requests your presence."
"Okay, I understand," Liu Guanfeng replied.
He turned to look at the astonished Gao Yu and the soldiers before adding, "You all continue chatting; I'll step away for a moment." Without waiting for the group to react, he left with Bao Rui and the others.
Gao Yu took a while to process what had just happened. "Old Yang, what did that Minor General just call Liu Guanfeng? Third Young Master? Which Third Young Master?"
Old Yang responded, "How many officials named Liu are there in the military camp outside?"
Gao Yu still didn't get it and blurted out, "How many could there be? Isn't there just one Liu General..." It was only then that Gao Yu realized. "Old Yang, you’re not saying that kid is General Liu's Third Young Master, are you?"
Old Yang nodded. "It's very possible."
Gao Yu wiped the sweat from his forehead. "My goodness, I was just telling that kid I would look out for him. If someone really tried to bully him, I probably wouldn't dare to take revenge."
Liu Guanfeng quickly approached Liu Yong'an with Bao Rui and the others. "Father."
"How was lunch with the soldiers?" Liu Yong'an asked.
"Father, I thought it was excellent. Eating with the soldiers not only helps understand their usual needs but also allows us to identify and solve existing problems quickly. It also bridges the gap between officers and soldiers so that when we reach the battlefield, the soldiers can trust their commanders more."
Liu Yong'an nodded. "It's great that you understand this; I now have full confidence in your ability to lead these troops."
"You flatter me, Father."
"Feng'er, soon we will have you four go on stage to announce your titles. This way, when you come here in the future, it will be justified."
"I will follow your arrangements, Father."
At this moment, Deputy General Du had already arrived at the Command Platform and struck the Gathering Drum. All the soldiers quickly gathered together. Once all the soldiers were in place, Deputy General Du stepped forward: "Warriors, today our General Liu is here to announce something. Now, let's invite General Liu to the stage."
After Deputy General Du finished speaking, Liu Yong'an came up to the Command Platform with Liu Guanfeng, Bao Rui, and two others.
Liu Yong'an cleared his throat. "To all the warriors below, first let me say that you have worked hard training here every day. As the saying goes, it takes a thousand days to raise an army for a moment of use. I believe your time to serve the country will come soon. I am here today on behalf of Your Majesty to confer titles. Bao Rui, Liu Tongniu, Liu Tieniu, please step forward to receive your titles."
The three of them were startled but quickly approached the podium.
"I now confer upon you the title of Minor General. However, since you are still students and cannot train here for long periods, I require that you come here during your holidays. You must spend no less than one month each year."
The three clasped their fists and replied, "Yes, thank you for your grace."
"You may step back. Liu Guanfeng, please step forward to receive your title."
"Present," Liu Guanfeng took two steps forward and knelt on the ground. "I now confer upon you the title of Vice General. You will assist General Du in managing the soldiers."
"Understood."
At this moment, applause erupted from below the Command Platform. When Liu Guanfeng stepped onto the Command Platform, many people recognized him as the young man who had lunch with them.
The crowd began to murmur quietly; after all, Liu Guanfeng was now a Vice General, and none of these soldiers had ever eaten with a Vice General before. Soon everyone realized that this young Vice General had shared a meal with them at noon. The soldiers felt a sudden closeness to him, and applause rang out generously for a long time.
As the applause gradually subsided, Liu Yong'an spoke again: "Next, let's invite our new Vice General to say a few words."
Liu Guanfeng took another step forward and looked at the soldiers below; he felt very nervous. "Hello, brave warriors." His greeting immediately drew another round of applause.
"Today I can become a Vice General entirely thanks to the King's grace. However, I will strive to fulfill my responsibilities as a Vice General. I hope everyone will support me. If there are any grievances in the future, please feel free to tell me; I will do my utmost to help everyone." Thunderous applause erupted once more from below.
Liu Yong'an stepped back to the front of the Command Platform: "Alright, today's events have concluded. Now each battalion may begin their daily training."
After the team disbanded, Liu Yong'an, accompanied by Liu Guanfeng and the other three, visited each military camp to observe and understand the soldiers' training conditions. Liu Guanfeng gained further insight into the training situation at the camps and compared it with what he already knew about his own unit's training.
After completing the tour, Liu Yong'an brought the four back to the original room.
The group entered the room and stood in front of Liu Yong'an.
Liu Yong'an glanced at the four young men before him: "Today you have seen the military camp. Bao Rui, Liu Tieniu, Liu Tongniu, listen carefully. Everything you witnessed here must not be spoken of to anyone. If you leak any information, I believe you understand the consequences."
The three nodded and clasped their fists in respect to Liu Yong'an: "Yes, we understand, sir." Now that they had all become Minor Generals, they were in a superior-subordinate relationship with Liu Yong'an.
"Good to hear that, Feng'er," Liu Yong'an focused his attention on Liu Guanfeng.
"Yes, father."
"Starting today, I require all four of you to stay in this military camp for two weeks. Is there any problem with that?"
Upon hearing that they would be staying in the camp, Liu Guanfeng hesitated slightly: "Father, I have no issue staying in the camp for two weeks, but what about the academy?"
"Don't worry about that; tomorrow I will arrange for someone to request leave for all four of you. Do you have any other questions?"
"Where will we stay? I also haven't brought any change of clothes or toiletries."
"You don't need to worry about clothes; you will wear what the soldiers wear here. Deputy General Du will provide you with toiletries shortly. Any other questions?"
Liu Guanfeng clasped his fists towards his father: "I have no problems; I will train with the soldiers and strive to integrate into this big family as soon as possible."
Liu Yong'an thought for a moment: "Integrating into a big family? That's quite an apt metaphor. From today onwards, you will live here. I hope you can blend into this family. If there are any issues, just speak with Deputy General Du; I believe he will be able to accommodate your requests."
"Yes, we will follow your instructions, General," Liu Guanfeng, Bao Rui, Liu Tongniu, and Liu Tieniu all clasped their fists and replied simultaneously.
"Alright, you four can go out now. I will be heading home soon."
The four of them left the room, and after Deputy General Du went in to discuss some matters with Liu Yong'an, Liu Yong'an exited the room and left the military camp via the same route he had come.
That evening, under Deputy General Du's arrangements, Liu Guanfeng stayed in the room previously assigned to Liu Yong'an, while Bao Rui and the other two were arranged to stay in the same room. Thus, the four young men began their two-week life here.
During dinner, Liu Guanfeng came among the soldiers as usual. By this time, the soldiers already knew that this young man was the newly appointed Deputy General. However, Liu Guanfeng did not accept any of the soldiers' gestures of humility; he stood in the middle, taking turns to serve himself food and eating with the soldiers.
At this moment, Gao Yu approached Liu Guanfeng again. Liu Guanfeng looked at Gao Yu and smiled slightly, "Brother Gao, you’re here?"
Gao Yu saluted Liu Guanfeng: "Report, General, Gao Yu seeks forgiveness from you."
Liu Guanfeng was taken aback: "Forgiveness? Brother Gao, what have you done wrong?"
"This morning, I didn’t know you were the Deputy General, so I may have spoken out of turn. Please forgive me, General."
Liu Guanfeng laughed heartily: "Brother Gao, as the saying goes, ignorance is no crime. Since you didn’t know I was the Deputy General, how could there be any wrongdoing on your part? Besides, I hadn’t been appointed as Deputy General at that time. So where does your guilt come from? Come sit down and eat together."
Tomorrow is Teacher's Day; let me wish all teachers a happy holiday in advance. Today, I was called out for drinks by colleagues and will be late with only one update. I apologize for that. Although my updates have been less frequent recently, I will definitely stick to daily updates. Please remember to bookmark!
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