"I never thought I would et the General’s old acquaintance again in Ninth Mountain; ti flies so quickly!"
Gongsun Yang’s gaze fell on Gongsun Wuji, sighing with emotion.
He had t Gongsun Wuji before, in Qingshan County, back when he was just a storyteller. Later, he followed the General to beco the Ninth Mountain’s Colonel, and there was a brief encounter on the way to suppress the rebellion at Tianxiong Pass.
He vaguely rembered this person as a Sword Tomb Inheritor, who had old ties with the General.
Recalling the old days in Qingshan County suddenly filled him with nostalgia.
These words also left the other mbers of the Seven Heroes of Sichuan astonished, all pondering over the aning behind this important figure’s words.
What?
Soone among them was an old acquaintance of the General?
And the General referred to by Mr. Gongsun was likely the true authority of the Ninth Mountain, the current ruler of Shu.
For a mont, everyone looked at each other, trying to find the answer.
While everyone was filled with disbelief, they saw Gongsun Wuji among the seven, bowing his head, gradually raising it to et Gongsun Yang’s smiling gaze, his expression montarily bewildered.
He had no impression of Gongsun Yang, but unexpectedly being rembered by such a figure filled his heart with complex emotions.
He could sense the distinguished aura of Mr. Gongsun in front of him, trembling slightly, his voice carrying a hint of uncertainty,
"I am foolish and dull, and I do not recall Mr. Gongsun’s face from past events. Fortunately, I had the chance to et General Chen back then, who helped in ergencies several tis, yet I dare not call myself an old acquaintance."
His voice was very soft, and as he spoke, his expression was sowhat complex.
Seeing him like this, several friends’ faces imdiately beca a spectacle, filled with shock and confusion....
The shock was that Brother Gongsun actually knew the Martial Saint General, and from what it sounded like, it was not just a simple acquaintance, but they also had past dealings, as even Mr. Gongsun referred to him as the General’s old acquaintance.
The confusion was that despite knowing Gongsun Wuji for so long, he had never ntioned these things...
Before them, Gongsun Yang remained indifferent, putting away the scroll in his hand. He stroked his beard with a smile, saying:
"It’s normal for Brother Gongsun not to rember an old man like . Back then, I was just a frustrated storyteller under the General’s employ. Later, thanks to the General’s appreciation, I was entrusted with important duties; only then can I stand here today and speak with all of you."
"Thinking back now, it’s not so hazy anymore."
"After so many years, young brother has also cultivated a good character. Earlier, I sent soone to inquire. You and your friends have previously supported the frontline at Chuanzhong Pass, battling demons. You were among the first group of chivalrous n to rush to the frontline, and joining my Ninth Mountain today is a matter of fate and opportunity."
"I rember you are a Sword Tomb Inheritor from the Dragon Mountain in Shu; why have you co to join the military?"
"To go to the battlefield and slay demons!" Gongsun Wuji’s answer was simple, without any grandstanding or pretentious righteousness.
Gongsun Yang showed appreciation, nodding, "Since you have gone through such twists, why didn’t you co directly to the Ninth Mountain initially? Once you arrived, the General would surely have been delighted and willing to entrust you with important tasks."
Gongsun Wuji shook his head slightly, facing his inner self, "I got acquainted with the General in humble beginnings; afterward, even as we parted, I often heard news of General Chen. The pride in my heart made eager to catch up, hoping to reunite again soday. But later, realizing how ridiculous it was, I gave up. I never revealed any connection between myself and General Chen to others. Now, having ford bonds with like-minded friends, I only seek to use my martial arts, to demonstrate so abilities, and slay more demons."
"And also to earn so rits and fa, Ninth Mountain is the best place for and my friends!"
He was not pretentious, instead carrying the aspirations and ambitions of his friends in his words.
Hearing this, Gongsun Yang laughed heartily,
"Good!"
"A true man should be like this."
"Old man shall rember your aspirations."
As he spoke, his gaze swept over the other six, with a look of appreciation, "You seven have already passed the Three Gates, and also supported the frontline at Chuanzhong Pass, having experience in large-scale battles with demons. This will save so ti for integration and allow you to lead troops."
"Once this conversation is over, I will issue orders to the barracks. In this recruitnt of troops, you can select so new soldiers and form new units. Later, soone will co to guide you on training thods."
As these words ca out, the several mbers of the Seven Heroes of Sichuan were taken aback but then each of their eyes burst with dazzling light, unable to conceal their excitent.
This allowed them to skip the transitional period and directly lead troops, also giving them the privilege to select their forces from newly recruited personnel. What imnse honor and trust this was.
As the saying goes, "A fine horse is hard to find, but a wise judge is even harder to co by." With the aspiration of contributing to Ninth Mountain, they never expected to be entrusted with such significant responsibilities. Saying they weren’t excited would be a lie, as a spirit of fervor arose in their hearts.
"Thank you for your kindness, Mr. Gongsun!"
"We will certainly not let you down."
They expressed their gratitude with excitent, bowing deeply.
Gongsun Yang stroked his beard, adjusting his deanor, "No need for such, you are willing to display your ambitions; the old man is more than willing to provide this opportunity. You young friends know well that now the demons surround Shu, and externally there is the rebel army, the situation is precarious. The General commands the recruitnt of aspiring individuals to protect Shu; it’s fair to say the Governnt Administrative Office needs you."
At this point, an armored soldier arrived outside the Colonel Palace waiting to report.
Gongsun Yang said no more,
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