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Chapter 75 Tranquility
Watching the backs of those high-spirited young men from aristocratic families walking away, Su Daoshan sighed.

He didn't want to go to any military camp at all.

I traveled to this world, from facing the mad puppet at the beginning to entering the city and being involved in family fights, I finally settled down. I thought that after entering the Cold Valley, the leisurely and comfortable days would come, but unexpectedly the war broke out again.

Damn it, I can’t even catch my breath!
The weather is getting colder day by day. Isn't it good to stay at home?
There is a warm floor heater in the room. I can read a book or just daydream when I have nothing to do. If I am thirsty, I can drink a cup of tea or eat some fruit. If I am tired, I can take a nap on the recliner. If I am interested, I can ask Zhao Xing'er to sing a little song and ask Pingting to massage my head...

There is nothing better than training in the yellow sand with a cold wind.

However, Su Daoshan also understood that for these children of aristocratic families in Yishan City, being forcibly recruited was not only a matter of course, but also a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

In this end-time struggle for survival, the significance of the military is self-evident. It can be said that the entire human order is built on the military system. This is true for personal future, family status, voice and power.

But because of this, it is not easy for warriors to join the army.

Even children of aristocratic families must first be admitted into the sect, and only after years of training and improvement are they eligible to join the city guards.

The so-called city guards were essentially just local private militias. In the entire Xi country's military system, they were considered marginal. Not only were their combat effectiveness unequal, they had no power or influence, and even their promotion to a higher rank was limited to the ranks of the armored soldiers.

There are only two ways to climb up. Either you leave the city guards with your strength and be selected into the four legions. Or you can be recruited during wartime, gain military merits, and be promoted exceptionally.

Originally, these rookies in Yishan City did not even have the qualifications to join the army.

If you want to join the army, you have to leave the sect at least a few years later. But this time the invasion of the You Clan gave everyone a shortcut to join the militia. A ninth-rank warrior was given a second-class soldier as soon as he joined the army. An eighth-rank warrior was directly given a first-class soldier.

If you can stand out in the training camp, or even be lucky enough to get some military merit, you may be able to leave the militia and be directly selected into the four major legions. If you are luckier, you may be able to become a soldier, tiger lieutenant, dragon captain, and rise all the way.

How could this not attract many young and energetic warriors?

"Innocent."

Watching the backs of several young men from aristocratic families walking away, Su Daoshan shook his head and lowered the curtains.

If they were to hide behind, the Dingzi Battalion would obviously not be able to gain any military merit. And if they wanted to gain military merit, it meant that the Dingzi Battalion would have to participate in dangerous and tragic battles. Nothing in this world is free. If you want military merit, you have to pay with your life.

As for himself... Su Daoshan had already thought it through. Since being drafted was inevitable, he would just do it as long as he could. He would also keep a distance from these guys who were full of energy. As long as he could survive until the end of the war, it would be the greatest victory.

"It's true that there's no safety anywhere. If you want to save your life, the city walls are useless. You still have to have your own strength!"

The carriage stopped in front of the gate of the Su Mansion.

Su Daoshan got off the car and walked towards his own courtyard. Along the way, whether inside or outside the mansion, whether it was the Su family, ordinary residents, or the guards, housekeepers, maids, and servants of the Su mansion... everyone greeted him with a smile on their faces.

Su Daoshan still looked dull and proud. But this time, no one rolled their eyes or grumbled in disdain behind his back.

"Look at the Second Young Master. This scholar has a different temperament."

"That's right. He walks so calmly and calmly, without any hurry. It's ridiculous that those blind people in the past actually called him a nerd."

"Nerd? They should find a nerd who can be a direct disciple of Han Gu and give it a try."

"This rumor was first spread by other noble families. In my opinion, it was those noble family boys who felt ashamed in front of the Second Young Master, so they slandered him behind his back."

"..."

Su Daoshan's lips curled up slightly when he heard this.

When I returned to the courtyard, as soon as I walked in, I saw a lively scene.

The courtyard, the eaves, and the flower hall were filled with beautiful women, as if they had entered a land of powdered women. A dozen maids were chatting and laughing around Pingting, Huamei, and Zhao Xing'er.

If he hadn't seen it with his own eyes, Su Daoshan wouldn't have known that the Su Mansion actually had so many young and beautiful maids. All the maids he had seen and hadn't seen before were gathered here.

"Second Young Master."

Seeing Su Daoshan coming back, the maids all stood up and saluted, each of them shyly, but staring at him with sharp eyes. Some of the brave ones not only stared at him directly, but also bit their lips, their faces were as red as peach blossoms and their eyes were as clear as spring water.

"Go, go, go..." Zhao Xing'er was originally smiling and holding one girl, pulling the other, looking like a loving sister, but she immediately changed her face when she saw this.

She stood in front of Su Daoshan, with her hands on her hips, pointing her fingers at them one by one, scolding them and cursing: "A bunch of shameless sluts, the young master needs to rest. He has to report to the training camp in the afternoon. Get out of here right now, don't stand here and make a scene..."

The maids all glared at her and scolded her in retaliation.

But what they didn't expect was that this time, Pingting and Huamei stood on Zhao Xing'er's side without hesitation, and worked together to drive them out. Soon, the three women drove the group of women out like ducks.

The courtyard became quiet.

Su Daoshan sat down on the recliner with regret, and felt that the scenery in front of him suddenly became much dimmer.

Huamei quickly fetched some water, wrung out a towel and leaned over to wipe his face. Zhao Xing'er stood behind him attentively, massaging his shoulders. However, he could not feel the force of the massage, and Su Daoshan felt that her body was almost pressed against him.

Okay, forgive her.

Pingting asked the kitchen maid to bring in the food and set it on the table. While preparing the dishes, she said, "The uniforms for the city guards have been delivered. Master, would you like to try them on now or after dinner? The eldest lady has brought over the best tailors in our fabric shop. If they don't fit, they can be altered right away..."

She spoke cheerfully, and when she looked at Su Daoshan, her eyebrows were smiling and her eyes were sparkling.

The young man in blue sitting on the recliner still looked as dull and steady as ever.

But God knows, he is now a direct disciple of Han Gu. There are only two people with such an identity in Yishan City, not to mention the entire Beijun family.

On weekdays, the children of the aristocratic families in the city were full of pride, arrogant, and looked down on everyone. When they walked on the street, they looked like a group of little roosters with bright feathers. They always attracted the envious eyes of passers-by. The young master was often ridiculed and bullied by them in the past. But now, who dares to try again?

When they saw the young master again, they all had to lower their heads and line up at the back.

The young master is Han Gu’s direct disciple, who are they?
Let's not talk about anything else, just say that the group of sluts just now spread a piece of gossip - saying that after the county exam was over, the Zhu family sent someone to the Zhou family. Then, the head of the Zhou family tied up Zhou Qinghe and beat him half to death, and then sent someone to find the eldest lady.

It is said that several workshops and stores in the market city, as well as dozens of acres of good farmland near the Qiqu Pond, have now become the property of the Su family. The reason for this was that during the county examination, the Zhou family members started a commotion, and as a result, this silly young master of his recognized them.

The young master didn't say anything else from beginning to end. This was his personality. Even though he was a little angry at the time, the word "unreasonable" was the biggest temper tantrum he ever had.

As for the Su family and Mr. Xie, they also said nothing about this matter, as if nothing had happened.

But that's how it happened. There was no word here, and the Zhou family was so scared that they hurried to make amends - what is power? This is power! When the bunch of girls talked about it just now, they chattered, and everyone looked intoxicated and their eyes were shining.

Humph, you have to be careful of them. Although the young master is dull, he is a man after all, and he is full of vigor and vitality...

I don’t know what she was thinking about, but Pingting’s pretty face suddenly turned red.

Su Daoshan let Huamei wipe his face carefully, freeing his mouth and nose, then he stood up and said, "Let's try the uniform first."

"Okay." Pingting agreed and quickly brought the uniform.

There were no outsiders around, so Su Daoshan let Pingting and Huamei dress him up while he took off his shirt under the eaves and put on his uniform.

The uniforms of the Yishan City Militia were inherited from the City Guards. They were black with blue flowers. The upper body was a short jacket with a front opening. The shoulders, elbows and forearms were protected by special animal skins, and a palm-wide leather belt was tied around the waist. The lower body was a pair of long trousers and leggings.

This uniform looked so tacky to Su Daoshan. But maybe it was because he was used to wearing a refined blue shirt on weekdays, but now he suddenly changed into this tight outfit, he looked a bit more sharp than usual.

Pingting, Huamei and Zhao Xing'er were all amazed at the sight.

At this moment, the courtyard door creaked. Everyone turned their heads and saw Su Yu coming in holding Su Xixi's hand.

Seeing Su Daoshan in uniform, both the big and the small were stunned.

Su Xixi ran over and happily held Su Daoshan's hand. Su Yu looked him up and down, with stars twinkling in his eyes.

"Okay." Su Yu came over, circled around Su Daoshan, and helped him straighten his collar. "I didn't expect you to look more heroic in this outfit."

Su Xixi also looked up at Su Daoshan and nodded repeatedly.

Su Daoshan raised his eyebrows and almost praised Su Yu for his good eyesight. But he finally held back and frowned calmly, saying, "Superficial. It's just a skin. What's the use of being pretty? The way of a gentleman is benevolence, righteousness, courtesy, wisdom and trustworthiness. But there is no..."

Su Yu was furious and twisted his ear with one hand: "I just like to look at the skin, so what?"

Su Daoshan was angry and anxious, but helpless. His head tilted down along with Su Yu's hand, and he simply lowered his head, accepted his fate and said nothing.

Su Xixi, Pingting and others covered their mouths and laughed.

"Hurry up and eat." Su Yu let him go and said unhappily. As he said that, he couldn't help laughing.

Since everyone had already had lunch, Su Daoshan was the only one eating. Su Yu held Xixi in his arms and looked at him, saying angrily, "I saw you accompanying Master Xie these two days, so it was inconvenient to ask you. You haven't explained to us yet!"

"What to confess?" Su Daoshan looked confused.

"What's the matter with your spiritual root?" Su Yu gritted his teeth and was about to twist Su Daoshan's ear. Seeing him eating, he angrily took it back and said angrily, "You hid it very well. You even hid it from us!"

"I didn't know it myself beforehand." Su Daoshan said, "Besides, a gentleman should not show off his talents, but hide his talents in a hidden place. He should keep his talents to himself and wait for the right time to act..."

He lied calmly, and then tore off his book bag as usual. Sure enough, before he could finish his words, Su Yu raised his hand to stop him: "Come on, come on, stop talking to me."

Su Daoshan said "oh" dully and continued eating.

Su Yu looked at this guy unhappily. She didn't know if it was an illusion, but she seemed to feel that this guy was laughing...

"Hmph." Su Yu snorted, curled his lips, and said, "By the way, the old lady asked me to tell you that the clan has assigned ten guards to you, led by Feng Ting. These people are also incorporated into the Jiazi Camp. When you get to the camp, discuss everything with Feng Ting, and don't get angry. Even if the army beats you, no one can protect you."

"Oh." Su Daoshan nodded, feeling warm in his heart.

Although Dingziying is relatively safe, the family has the necessary protection measures. Not only himself, but other noble families are also like this. This is also the greatest benefit that the heads of noble families can strive for their children within their authority.

However, Su Daoshan still didn't expect that his family would assign the guard captain Feng Ting to him.

You know, according to the recruitment rules, a level 6 warrior like Feng Ting is usually recruited into the Yi character camp. And Feng Ting came to protect himself, which means that the family must send at least another strong man of the same level to supplement the Yi character camp.

Then it can only be the second clan elder Su Jingsong.

With Feng Ting and Su Jingsong gone, the Su family was almost empty. His father was an idler, and although his uncle Su Xianwen had the strength of a sixth-rank warrior, his combat power was far inferior to Feng Ting and the others. It was impossible to say that the old man who practiced in seclusion in Luoxia Mountain had to come back to take charge.

"A lot of people have left the tribe in the past two days. It's suddenly become empty. It's hard to get used to it."

"There's news from the Mohu Sword Sect that my elder brother will be accompanying the sect on this expedition and will be heading to Chongguang City in a few days..."

The courtyard was quiet. The boy sat upright, chewing slowly. The girl held the little girl in her arms and talked to her.

A fallen leaf fell and landed on the boy's head.

Seeing that the boy was confused and couldn't shake the leaves off even after shaking his head back and forth, the girl laughed and reached out to pick them for him.

(End of this chapter)