410: Storm is coming

Early the next morning, Lin Yue woke up early, tidied himself up, and then led a few people to the back of Xianyang Palace.

There was a training ground there, not large, but enough for the two hundred Gentlemen to practice their skills.

Lin Yue stepped out of the carriage and saw that all the Gentlemen had already assembled there, and he nodded in satisfaction.

He had originally thought that these descendants of meritorious officials would be a group of pampered Soldiers, and that on the first day of training, a few troublemakers might be late, but he hadn't expected to be the last one.

Lin Yue suddenly thought of a saying: if someone with a deeper background than you is working harder than you, what reason do you have not to work hard?

Immediately, he gave Zhao Yun a look, then walked to a shaded area under a tree to rest, watching Zhao Yun begin to train them.

He then picked up that book and started reading.

After an unknown period, Lin Yue was awakened by a series of "One, two, one! One, two, one!" sounds. Lin Yue looked and saw Zhao Yun training them in goose-stepping, and he nodded in satisfaction.

It seemed that the "Modern Infantry Training Manual" purchased from the system store was worth it. And with Zhao Yun training them, these Cavalrymen had made rapid progress, becoming quite proficient in just one morning.

Although this manual couldn't train special forces, it was an invaluable tool for enhancing combat strength and improving team coordination. At this rate, the next stage of training could begin soon.

Then, seeing the sun high in the sky, he instructed the Cavalrymen to take a short break, while he entered the yongle encyclopedia to accelerate his learning.

Unbeknownst to him, the sun had already set.

After Lin Yue shouted "Dismissed!", he dragged his slightly weary body and returned to the Earls Mansion with the Generals.

At this time, several people from the Zhongwei Army also returned home one after another.

"My Lord!" The Generals saluted Lin Yue.

"You're back? How have things been in the Zhongwei Army recently?" Lin Yue asked.

They had all been transferred to the Zhongwei Army, and Lin Yue hadn't understood the specific situation these past few days, which made him a little uneasy.

"My Lord, rest assured, we are doing well. A Rong and San Dao are now under General Qin Han, and Siye and I are under Prince Jianglu. All is well," Pan Feng said with a smile.

"The Army you are currently in charge of is mainly infantry, right?"

"Mostly infantry, followed by archers, and the fewest cavalry. However, their foundations are quite good," Pan Feng said.

"That's good." Lin Yue nodded. The Zhongwei Army was composed of elite Soldiers selected from various commanderies, so their foundations wouldn't be too bad.

As the two were chatting, Xing Daorong walked over and looked at Lin Yue: "My Lord, Da Hu and Er Hu are new to Xianyang and not yet familiar with the routes. Moreover, the mansion always needs staff. What do you think?"

"Hire a few more people, right?" Lin Yue asked.

"Exactly!" Xing Daorong scratched his head and chuckled.

Lin Yue pondered for a moment before saying: "This matter was not well thought out on my part. How about this: tomorrow, you hire two honest and reliable stablemen. Don't recruit any other staff for now; I'll have Feng Cai send a few more honest and reliable farmers."

As a newcomer, he hadn't considered so much before, only bringing Yi He, Yi Qian, Da Hu, and Er Hu. Now, the staff was a bit insufficient. He couldn't possibly let Xia Qing and Xia Lian do the work of servants.

However, recruiting people rashly in Xianyang City now, he worried about being exploited by those with ulterior motives. This was also the difference in his foundation compared to some aristocratic families; they wouldn't have to worry about this issue, but he feared the Earls Mansion becoming a sieve.

"Understood!" Xing Daorong smiled at the words and then scurried off to find Xia Lian.

Just then, Er Hu walked in, wiping sweat from his brow: "Sir, the food is ready. Shall we eat now?"

"Yes, let's eat!"

...At the Yin hour, Yi He knocked on the door again, waking Lin Yue.

Every three days, he had to go to the palace for duty, and today it was Lin Yue's turn again to accompany The First Emperor as a guard.

Lin Yue tidied himself up briefly. Seeing that his face in the mirror was normal, without the haggard look from before, he then led a few people to Zhangtai Palace to change shifts.

Lin Yue waited for a while at the Grand Commandant's office. When over two hundred Cavalrymen had arrived, Lin Yue counted the numbers, and then the group marched grandly towards Zhangtai Palace.

After their identities were verified and they entered Zhangtai Palace, the Cavalrymen silently dispersed, each heading to their respective posts.

Lin Yue went directly to the main hall. At this time, The First Emperor was already handling memorials in the main hall.

"Brother Lin, I've finally waited for you!" Lu Bu said with a low chuckle.

Lin Yue's mouth twitched, feeling a bit unnatural.

"What's wrong, Brother Lin?" Lu Bu asked with a hint of concern, supporting Lin Yue.

"Nothing." Lin Yue felt even more unnatural at the sight. Now, seeing Lu Bu, his mind was filled with Lu Fengxian.

"That's good." Lu Bu glanced left and right, then leaned close to Lin Yue's ear and whispered: "His Majesty is in a somewhat bad mood today."

"Does Brother Lü know why?" Lin Yue frowned slightly.

"I don't know either."

"Thank you." Lin Yue cupped his hands in gratitude.

"You go about your business. When you're off duty, I'll treat you to a drink!" Lu Bu waved his hand, then gestured behind him, and the Gentlemen behind him followed him out.

Shortly after Lu Bu left, Han Cheng rushed over from a distance.

His face was filled with urgency. He ignored Lin Yue and, without waiting to be announced, walked directly into the main hall!