The female prisoner was fierce

Xiao Jianyang did not answer immediately, but looked at these people with a thoughtful expression in his eyes.

Judging from the other party's behavior just now.

When charging into battle, they are at the very front; when retreating, they are at the very back.

He's not the kind of useless coward who just sends his men to their deaths!

What a man!

However, his current identity is that of a rebel, while the other side is, after all, the Great Wu border army...

After careful consideration, Xiao Jianyang finally made his decision:

"Can."

Bai Huatong's face immediately showed gratitude:

"Thank you..."

Just as he was about to clasp his hands in thanks, Xiao Jianyang added:

"But my village has its own rules, and if you live here, you have to abide by them."

"Of course."

"When in Rome, do as the host says. Just give the order, Mr. Xiao."

Bai Huatong answered immediately, his tone crisp and decisive.

"Um."

Xiao Jianyang nodded, glanced at the seven remaining soldiers behind him, and spoke in a calm and serious tone:

"First, until your men recover from their injuries, they are not allowed to wander around the village, especially around the warehouse and the village walls."

"Secondly, you can keep your weapons, but your warhorses will be temporarily placed under the care of my men and will be returned to you when you leave."

"Third, there are many women in the village, so keep a close eye on your men's eyes and mouths."

After listening, Bai Huatong did not hesitate for a moment:

"Don't worry, Xiao Zhuangshi. I, Bai Huatong, agree to these three rules. Anyone who dares to break them will be the first to face my wrath."

The remaining soldiers behind him nodded weakly in response.

Xiao Jianyang said no more, then turned and led the way:

"Come up the mountain with me."

After saying that, he turned and walked towards the village gate.

Thank you!

Bai Huatong thanked him again, then led his horse and followed behind.

The seven remaining soldiers behind them followed.

Although he sustained many injuries, they were all superficial and did not affect his normal mobility.

When he reached the entrance of the village, Bai Huatong subconsciously looked up and glanced at the wooden sign hanging above the gate.

"Xiao Family Village!"

"So that's what this place is called. But why have I never heard anyone mention it before?"

Having served in the Northern Border Army for four or five years, I had never heard of such a thing.

But he wisely refrained from asking further questions and instead secretly memorized the name.

Upon entering the village gate, a lively scene immediately came into view!

In the open space in the center of the village, several large pots were cooking porridge.

The aroma of rice filled the air. Women busied themselves around the pot, while the elderly helped warm the fire. The children were also busy doing what they could.

On the stockade wall, female soldiers patrolled back and forth with crossbows in hand, their steps nimble and their eyes alert.

Bai Huatong stopped in his tracks as he watched this scene.

The remaining soldiers behind him also stopped!

Their mouths were agape, their eyes practically bulging out, their faces filled with disbelief.

"Are they... really all female soldiers?"

"When I was down the mountain, I thought I was seeing things several times, but it turned out to be true??"

They were already shocked enough when Xiao Jianyang led the female soldiers out to fight the enemy.

But I thought this was just an isolated incident.

But now.

Faced with so many female soldiers, the remaining soldiers almost wondered if they were hallucinating.

Bai Huatong remained silent, his expression complex.

He could tell that the female soldiers on the stockade wall were distinguished by both their demeanor and their patrolling posture.

Everything is very stable!

It's not just for show!

During his four years in the military, he had seen many female generals who claimed to be capable of fighting, but most of them were just all show and no substance.

But the way these female soldiers looked at us, just by standing there, was something that couldn't be faked with mere showmanship.

That's the kind of look you get after you've been on the battlefield, killed people, and seen blood.

"General Bai, let's continue."

Seeing this, Xiao Jianyang spoke up to offer a reminder.

"it is good."

Bai Hua responded and stopped looking, continuing to follow them into the village.

The roads in the village are paved with gravel; although simple, they are neat and tidy.

Chopped firewood was piled up on both sides of the road.

In addition, there is a very large kiln, which is half-finished, but its purpose is unknown.

"This knock-off... is no ordinary place!!"

Bai Huatong grew increasingly alarmed as he looked at the document, his brows furrowing deeply.

The entire stronghold appeared chaotic, but in reality, it was well-organized, just like a military fortress.

but.

When I passed by the training ground, I saw dozens of young men lined up in three rows, practicing military formations.

His already furrowed brows deepened to resemble the wrinkles of an old man, and he couldn't even control his expression, revealing a moment of surprise.

In my gaze.

Dozens of male soldiers stood in a row, holding shields in front, spears in the back, and bows with arrows at the very back.

A man who looked like a squad leader stood to the side and shouted at the top of his lungs:

"Raise your shields! Above your chest, to protect the spearmen behind you!"

"Don't just poke randomly with your spear! Poke through the gaps in the shield, at an angle, aim for the man's waist!"

"Archers, don't rush to fire! Wait until the spears have volleyed twice before you release your arrows!"

As he shouted, the squad leader roared again:

"Change formation! Circle formation! Shield bearers in a circle, spearmen inside, archers in the center!"

Splash!

Dozens of men ran at the command, with shield bearers forming a circle around them, spearmen peeking out their spears from the gaps in the shields, and archers inside the circle drawing their bows and ready to fire.

The whole process took less than twenty breaths. Although it wasn't fast, the movements were synchronized, and no one scrambled their feet.

This formation is considered a basic formation in border troops.

An infantry phalanx specifically designed to counter cavalry!

The shield is on the outside, the spear on the inside, and the bow and arrow in the middle.

The cavalry charged forward, first blocked by shields, then spears pierced the horses' legs through the gaps, and archers shot the riders at close range.

Simple, yet extremely practical.

The problem is that this formation requires extremely strict discipline, and even elite border infantry need three months of training to master it.

But judging from their build and clothing, these men in front of us were clearly a group of farmers and displaced refugees.

But when they were running in formation, not one of them hesitated, and not one of them fell behind.

It's just that a few are not quite neat.

"Xiao Zhuangshi".

Bai Huatong couldn't hold back any longer and asked:

"How long have your soldiers been training?"

Xiao Jianyang didn't even turn his head:

Five days.

Thump~~

Bai Huatong almost stumbled.

The seven remaining soldiers behind him were completely dumbfounded.

Five days??

"You can train a group of refugees to this level in just five days??"

"No, I must have misheard, I must have!"...