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From Chen Moxuan's experience, it was clear that these people had heard some rumors about Chen Feng, which led them to underestimate his abilities. Moreover, if the five Qian Ren Jiang were secretly instigating things, it was only natural for them to look down on Chen Feng even more.
It was normal for these veterans to show disdain towards the officer; after all, this was the Eagle Wing Guard, where battles were most intense. It is often said that soldiers understand soldiers, and generals understand generals, but there is also a saying: a useless general can exhaust an entire army. In this era of rampant cultivation, the latter part of that saying could be considered a profound truth—if a general fails, it is certainly the soldiers who suffer.
When Chen Feng approached a soldier, he noticed the man turning his head away dismissively, which ignited a surge of anger within him. It was one thing for the soldiers at the city gate to mock him, but he hadn’t expected that even his own subordinates would give him such disrespect right before he assumed his position.
Where had the Qian Ren Jiang gone? Don’t tell me they dared to abandon their posts. After understanding his current situation, he decided to confront those few individuals directly. Although the soldier showed some signs of agitation, he remained silent.
Chen Feng struggled to calm his inner fury and resolved not to endure any longer. "Gather everyone!" His voice resonated in the hall, firm and undeniable. As the new Ren Xiaowei, he needed to assert his authority; otherwise, these soldiers would never truly respect him.
However, just then, Chen Moxuan suddenly spoke up: "You need to stay calm."
Chen Feng was puzzled; he had intended to establish his dominance right away.
Chen Moxuan whispered, "The Eagle Wing Guard has never been on your side; they are not your personal troops. If you act rashly now, it will only make them resent you more. But Ancestor isn’t telling you not to assert your authority; rather, wait until they extend their necks for you to strike before you do! Remember, striking first and striking later are two different things—at least in the eyes of outsiders."
Chen Feng was taken aback and looked at Ancestor with a hint of admiration in his eyes. Indeed, he had been planning to assert himself abruptly upon his arrival. While those below might not show their discontent openly, they could harbor even greater resentment in secret. However, if they presented themselves for him to strike at, then he would be the perfect victim!
At that moment, in a side hall, five Qian Ren Jiang were seated around a table. Their expressions varied but all revealed a sense of dissatisfaction and anxiety regarding their current situation.
The five individuals were Ma Xingyu, Wei Yuanjing, Wu Chendan, Qu Ke Yi, and Zuo Qiu Tian Yong. Ma Xingyu and Wei Yuanjing hailed from prestigious families, supported by their powerful backgrounds, and their eyes always carried an air of arrogance. In contrast, Wu Chendan, Qu Ke Yi, and Zuo Qiu Tian Yong came from humble beginnings. They had climbed to their current positions through hard work and talent, their gazes reflecting a more resilient spirit.
"Hmph, this Chen Feng really knows how to keep his cool," Ma Xingyu scoffed softly. His fingers tapped lightly on the table, producing a rhythmic sound that seemed to echo his inner dissatisfaction. Despite our lack of a warm welcome, he didn't seem angry at all.
Wei Yuanjing's lips curled into a cold smile, his eyes glinting with calculation. "I thought he would act like a reckless youth and cause a scene upon arrival, but it turns out he can be quite patient."
Wu Chendan frowned slightly, concern flickering in his eyes. "However, we can't underestimate him. After all, he was personally appointed as the new Captain by Di Sha Jiang Jun. He must have some exceptional qualities; if he were incompetent, the general would have thrown him into the latrine!"
Qu Ke Yi nodded thoughtfully, appearing calm and rational. "That's true. But as long as we stick together as a group of five, he won't be able to do anything to us. If he wants to take charge of military affairs quickly, he'll need to rely on us."
Zuo Qiu Tian Yong remained indifferent. "Regardless of the situation, we must do our part. If he truly has the ability, I will naturally accept him; but if he's just a useless fool, I won't allow him to stay in this position for long."
Ma Xingyu continued tapping his fingers on the table with an annoyed rhythm and lowered his voice. "I've heard that this Chen Feng only possesses Acquired Realm strength. With such cultivation level, how can he lead us?"
His eyes sparkled with disdain as a cold smile crept onto his lips, clearly skeptical of Chen Feng's capabilities.
Wei Yuanjing nodded in agreement, a calculating look crossing his face. "Indeed, with such strength, it would be difficult for him to command respect."
"Don't you doubt him? Aren't you trying to remain neutral?" Zuo Qiu Tian Yong interjected. "Why not let our subordinates test Chen Feng's abilities? Someone without strength will reveal themselves easily!"
Upon hearing this, Zuo Qiu Tian Yong's brows furrowed even tighter. After hesitating for a moment, he spoke up in caution. "But isn't that a bit excessive? Aren't you inciting trouble? This would violate military discipline!"
Wei Yuanjing replied bluntly, "Would you rather let his incompetence endanger everyone or nip the problem in the bud before it escalates?"
The mention of involving their subordinates caused Zuo Qiu Tian Yong to waver.
Seizing the moment, Ma Xingyu chimed in.
"Are you all willing to remain stagnant and not advance?" I can be transferred to the capital at any time, while the rest of you will have to stay here and fight to the death.
Don't you want to try and see if you can seize this position for yourselves?
Wu Chendan and Qu Ke Yi exchanged glances, a flicker of interest passing through their eyes. They nodded in agreement with Ma Xingyu's plan.
Only Zuo Qiu Tian Yong fell silent, yet he did not voice any objections.
Seeing this, Ma Xingyu's lips curled into a satisfied smile. He slowly stood up, his gaze sweeping over everyone, his tone firm and undeniable.
"Alright, since everyone is on board, let's take action. We will each find trustworthy subordinates and send them to test Chen Feng!"
We will look for five Qian Ren Jiang each, naturally avoiding the patrols of Chen Moxuan and Chen Feng.
On the other side, Chen Feng remained unaware that he had become the target of these five Qian Ren Jiang. He adjusted his attire and stood atop the training platform, pondering how to quickly establish his authority and earn their respect and trust.
However, the scene before him soon made his brow furrow in concern. The soldiers gathered appeared sparse and sluggish, completely lacking the discipline and urgency expected of a military force.
Low murmurs drifted through the crowd, with some even openly mocking him without restraint.
"Hey, look over there! That's the new Captain. I heard his strength is only at the Acquired level. How much stronger could he be than us?"
"Hmph, maybe he's just here to gild his resume. In a while, he'll be enjoying life in the capital while we turn into nothing but a pile of dirt."
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