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Despite the scorching sun, the soldiers at the White Wolf outpost willingly trained under its intense heat, their powerful shouts echoing throughout every corner of the camp.

For the first time, Lu Xiao, in his capacity as a centurion, accompanied Luo Yang on a tour of the military camp they both knew well. Before long, they arrived at the south gate of the camp.

He clasped his hands in a fist salute to the other party and said:

"Brother Luo, probably no one knows the situation at our White Wolf Outpost better than you."

"To ensure that the soldiers maintain the same enthusiasm and energy they have during training today, substantial financial support is required."

"So when you get to the county garrison, be sure to send over all the good stuff that's no longer in use!"

Since the great victory, the two have become increasingly close, and now Lu Xiao even dares to openly ask the other for things.

He didn't want to use this opportunity to enrich himself and become the local tyrant of the White Wolf outpost; it was just that the outpost was really poor!

They were so poor that even with over a hundred soldiers, not everyone could wear armor!

They were so poor that most people considered it a blessing to be able to eat meat once every seven days!

Upon hearing this, Luo Yang responded with a wry smile:

"Brother Xiao, how I also wish I could have meat for every meal for the brothers at the outpost!"

"But the supplies allocated to our White Wolf outpost are far too little. After paying the brothers' wages and maintaining the military equipment, there's basically nothing left."

"But don't worry, once we get to the county garrison camp, I will definitely find a way to send you some supplies."

"Money..."

The two looked at each other and smiled, both seeing the bitterness in each other's eyes.

While some soldiers of the Great Zhou Dynasty joined the army with fervent patriotism, the majority were there for the military pay.

Once, Luo Yang saw that his brothers couldn't eat meat, and thought about reducing part of their military pay and using the money to improve their meals, but after careful consideration, he gave up the idea.

The soldiers could endure not having meat to eat, but if their pay was delayed by a day or two, there was a high chance of a mutiny breaking out!

He would never dare to cross the line in the hearts of his soldiers.

Coming to his senses, Luo Yang made a decision immediately:

"Here's what we'll do. We'll only need half the original number of warhorses to send to Ji County this time. We'll leave some for the brothers at the outpost, and you can sell the rest directly and use the money to feed the brothers meat."

Last time, Lu Xiao led his men in a night raid on the main camp of Heishachuo, killed Shuji in battle, and captured four or five hundred warhorses. However, most of these horses were not two steeds, and after being divided among their own forces, there were basically none left.

He originally intended to lead a contingent to the county garrison, but thinking of the brothers at the outpost, he decided to give up that portion:

"The county town has never experienced war. The city walls are tall and thick and are repaired every year. If a large army of barbarians were to attack, our garrison could rely on the high walls to defend against them. Warhorses are not very useful."

"After all, the area between the county town and the outpost is mostly hilly and mountainous, making it difficult for warhorses to run."

"As for General Long, he doesn't need your warhorses. The general won't hold a grudge if he finds out."

Lu Xiao could only nod helplessly after hearing this.

At this moment, Luo Yang said again:

"Our Changyang County is located on the frontier. During peacetime, merchants often travel between the Great Zhou and various Hu tribes to sell tea, silk, salt, and other goods, and purchase furs, horses, and other items from them."

"Among them, Jia Rong is one of the biggest players in the horse business."

"This man travels to the Hu tribes year after year, buying horses and selling them in the heart of the Great Zhou. He can make at least twenty taels of profit per horse per trip."

"However, this man is greedy and good at bargaining. If you really want to sell your warhorse to him, you need to be careful and not get ripped off."

Lu Xiao quickly expressed his gratitude, saying that he would make initial contact with the other party first, and then discuss business matters after figuring out the other party's basic personality.

"Actually, there is another way, but I don't recommend you do it."

While pondering, Luo Yang said again:

"In the past, when the outpost was struggling to make ends meet, I would turn a blind eye to merchants passing through the area so that they could buy some meat for the brothers."

"We now have an irreconcilable feud with the Black Sand Clan, and we're going to sell their goods to them to aid the enemy!"

"At that time, the tea and silk sold to the Hu people will become sharp blades piercing our hearts!"

Upon hearing this, Lu Xiao suddenly remembered something and figured out why Lin Ruoxue wanted to stay by his side.

The Lin family are also merchants. If they can use his identity to directly enter and exit the Hu tribes, their business will grow bigger and bigger!

"You barbarians! One day I will lead my brothers to storm their lair and take everything from them!"

Lu Xiao clenched his fists angrily and said this.

Luo Yang immediately smiled:

"It's excellent that you have such ambitions, but the Hu people are not easy to deal with. Such a great opportunity as last time may be hard to come by again. It's better to proceed cautiously and not provoke them easily."

"Why did those barbarian cavalry dare to attack with only a few dozen riders?"

Upon hearing this, Lu Xiao strongly disagreed, and after asking a question, he raised his head and said:

As the saying goes, "If the enemy can go there, so can I!"

Luo Yang was immediately startled, and after a long moment of astonishment, he nodded and said:

"With such ambition, Xiao Di, what is there to worry about in the future if he doesn't make a name for himself?"

"Commander Luo, centurion, has a merchant named Wang Lindong requesting an audience."

Just then, Zhao Xiaoqi jogged over, bowed to the two of them, and then reported.

Since the great victory, he has been extremely grateful to Lu Xiao and often volunteered to run errands for the outpost.

Because Lu Xiao helped him avenge his blood feud!

Seeing this, the two exchanged a glance, and Lu Xiao nodded, saying:

"Let him come over."

"yes!"

A moment later, a middle-aged man with a prosperous appearance, dressed in silk clothing, came over and bowed deeply upon meeting him.

"This humble one, Wang Lindong, pays his respects to Commander Luo and Commander Lu."

"Wang Lindong, what are you doing here?"

Luo Yang knew him and looked down on him from the bottom of his heart, so he asked directly and bluntly:

"This is a military camp, and there is no trade route for merchants like you to travel north to the Hu. Have you come to the wrong place?"

"Reporting to the Captain, I am here to discuss business with Commander Lu."

Wang Lindong explained with a smile, his gaze falling on Lu Xiao:

"Commander, I heard that you have captured a batch of warhorses from the Black Sand Tribe, so I have come here specifically to purchase them for ten taels of silver. I wonder if the Commander would be willing?"

Lu Xiao didn't speak at first, but instead carefully looked the person over.

He recognized Wang Lindong, but this was their first meeting. He had only heard of Wang Lindong from Lin Ruoxue and Wang An before.

After a brief silence, Lu Xiao finally spoke:

"Wang Lindong, are you aware that you've been caught?"

"what?"

Wang Lindong was startled, looked up at him with a look of fear on his face, and then quickly looked down again:

"No... I don't know in what way I offended you, Hundred-Household Commander?"

"Please, Commander, speak plainly. If there is any wrongdoing, I will certainly confess and accept punishment!"