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“Phew!” When Lin Yue opened his eyes again, the sun was already high in the sky.

The first thing Lin Yue did was check his character attributes.

“name: Lin Yue

Title: Pioneer

Identity: Military General (Great Qin)

Nobility: Viscount

Official Position: General

Cultivation Technique: Killing God Art (Third Layer 72%)

Martial Power: 73

Intelligence: 40

Command: 54

Politics: 26

Charm: 99

Reputation: 24480 (Renowned in one region)

Talent: Amiability

Skills: Art of Recognizing People, Qi Observation Technique!”

His Intelligence and Politics each increased by one point. Although Lin Yue studied for almost an entire day, only an hour had passed in reality.

Of course, it might also be that his literary level was too low, which is why it increased so quickly. Later on, the growth rate might slow down.

During this time, Lin Yue also tried to study Killing God Art in the yongle encyclopedia. It could be said to be ten times more efficient, but unfortunately, it was forbidden in that space. However, Lin Yue felt that the yongle encyclopedia's ability to let him enter an optimal learning state anytime, anywhere was very suitable for him!

What's more, he now felt as if he had just woken up from a nap, completely without the fatigue of long hours of study, which was what he was most satisfied with!

“General, General She Jian is calling for you,” Zhao Yun said as he entered after hearing a sound from inside the barracks.

“Alright, you’ve worked hard, Zi Long,” Lin Yue said with a smile, then stretched before going to find She Jian… “This humble general, Lin Yue, greets the General!” Lin Yue said, cupping his hands.

Although he had become a General, he still acted the same as before. There was no other way; a higher rank could crush a person!

“En,” She Jian said with a smile, then gestured for him to sit. Lin Yue didn’t stand on ceremony and casually found a seat.

“Why did the General call for me?” Lin Yue asked curiously.

“Two things,” She Jian said, holding up one finger.

“First, you can go choose your troops. I’ve already asked Lu Duoha and the others. Their five tribes will contribute a total of 30,000 men to support you, led by Aruhan and Qibily. As for the remaining 170,000 cavalry, you’ll have to find them yourself. They are all surrendered Xiongnu people soldiers, and they are waiting in their respective Encampments for you to choose them.

But I want to say, their loyalty is beyond doubt, and they understand the surrendered Xiongnu people soldiers better, so you must treat them well.”

“Understood!” Lin Yue replied, “This humble general understands.”

It seemed Zhao Ben was right; his troops really were surrendered Xiongnu people soldiers. But this was fine; as long as there were people, Lin Yue wasn't picky.

“Second,” She Jian nodded, holding up a second finger, “In three days, your Supervisor and Colonel will arrive. So you must return on the evening of the third day, which means you only have three days to select your cavalry.”

“Also, don’t ask who is coming, because I don’t know either. What’s more, this is not something a General like me should inquire about. Whoever His Majesty sends, that’s who it is, do you understand?” She Jian gave Lin Yue a meaningful look.

Lin Yue swallowed the words he was about to say and could only reply, “Understood!”

“Hmm, not showing joy or anger on your face, your performance is quite good. Now that you are a General, don’t do whatever you think of like before. You have 300,000 brothers following you.

And you’ve risen to this position in less than a year of joining the army. Countless eyes are watching you from below. You must take one step at a time, walking with integrity, so you don’t get into trouble.” She Jian said in a deep voice.

“Thank you, General, This humble general understands!” Lin Yue said with a smile. These words were heartfelt advice from a General, and no one else would say them to him; only She Jian could.

She Jian’s expression suddenly darkened and he said, “Tell me, what do you understand?”

“Everything should be done with stability as the priority. It can be said that the lives of 300,000 brothers depend on my decisions, so every time I march, I must deliberate repeatedly before making a decision, and not act on impulse.” Lin Yue thought for a moment and said.

“Correct,” She Jian breathed a sigh of relief, then said to Lin Yue:

“Don’t get complacent over a little merit.

That long-distance raid on King Baiyang’s Encampment, which you are so proud of, honestly, if you were to do it again, can you be sure you would still succeed?

Also, do you think General Wang Li never thought of a long-distance raid, or General Dong Zhuo never thought of a long-distance raid? I tell you, even I thought of it, how could they not have thought of it?

But we couldn't or didn't dare to take that risk, because a slight mishap could lead to the entire army being wiped out there, and the best outcome would be to return without achieving anything.

You are in your early twenties and only a Colonel. At best, you are a young General who doesn't know the immensity of heaven and earth, making a bold attack. If you truly failed, you would still have plenty of time to bide your time, and after a few more years, when you are more mature, you would have another chance to go to war.

But at our position, one mistake can end an entire military career! There will be no chance to recover after that!

And don’t say that if you are skilled in fighting, you will eventually have your day. Besides, are you really that good at fighting?

How many good Generals, scholarly Generals, fierce Generals, and brave Generals does Great Qin have now? Who can say that they are irreplaceable? Even a Grand General wouldn’t dare to say that!

Back then, Wang Jian and Wang Ben, father and son, annihilated five states. What great achievements! After they retired gracefully, Great Qin’s military continued as it always had.

So, when you become a General, you must act like a General.

I am a rough man; I don’t understand much else. I only know that fighting is about fighting with integrity!

Using my strengths to attack the enemy’s weaknesses, steadily and surely, although I may not achieve a world-shaking great victory, I also won’t suffer a great defeat.

As for surprise attacks, they are all about the word “surprise.” If you use them too much, and people have suffered losses, they will react. If you still use the old methods against them, and they just open a small gap for you, you won’t even know how you died.

You must remember, any conspiracy or trick is vulnerable in the face of absolute strength.”

She Jian’s voice was heavy, each word like a heavy hammer striking Lin Yue’s heart.

“I understand,” Lin Yue nodded, deeply moved.

And just as She Jian said, if he were to attempt another surprise attack on King Baiyang’s Encampment, Lin Yue truly wouldn’t have much confidence in succeeding again.

After all, such an endeavor requires the right timing, geographical advantage, and human cooperation, none of which can be missing.

If even one element were lacking, Lin Yue would end up being surrounded and annihilated. At that point, on the vast grasslands, deep within King Baiyang’s territory, it could be said that they would be attacked wherever they went.

Just as after Huo Qubing’s death, Emperor Wu of Han continued to fight the Xiongnu people using old methods. No matter how much he tried to replicate Huo Qubing’s achievements, the outcome was only repeated failure.

Lin Yue admitted that he was still far from the Champion Marquis. It seemed he would have to fight battles with integrity in the future.

After all, he still had the “Nightmare of the Foreign Races” medal, which gave him a 20% morale bonus against foreign races. Coupled with the many Military Generals under his Command, defeating the Xiongnu people should not be a problem.

Just as She Jian said, at his stage, he should proceed steadily. After all, the higher one stands, the harder one falls.

“It’s good that you understand,” She Jian nodded, his tightly furrowed brows finally relaxing. “Go, choose your cavalry.”

“Understood!” Lin Yue bowed and cupped his hands.

“Oh, also, although Wang Cheng and Gao Bin are only High-level Military Generals, they both served under General Dong Zhuo before and rendered meritorious service during the pursuit of King Loufan.

They are usually brave and fierce in battle, to the point that even I have heard of them. It’s not a slight to you.

What’s more, they are Colonels personally appointed by His Majesty, so you must treat everyone equally,” She Jian suddenly said.

“This humble general understands, rest assured,” Lin Yue said with a smile, then bowed and took his leave.

As he was about to exit the main tent, he stopped and suddenly said, “This humble general thanks the General!”

Today, She Jian had reminded him of everything in great detail. In the entire game, only She Jian could give him such reminders.

“Go, go, go!” She Jian waved his hand impatiently.

Lin Yue smiled and stepped out of the main tent, then he heard She Jian shout:

“Remember, be sure to return on time.”