5: Suppress bandits

A qin sword of excellent quality and a lackluster "Great Qin Basic Mental Method" — this was all the equipment Lin Yue received from the military camp.

The two-month new recruit training camp ended hastily after only two and a half days.

This was because the Main God had recently sent down Outlanders who refused to follow rules and were building villages privately. Furthermore, many Mountain Bandits had appeared out of thin air in the mountains, committing all sorts of crimes like burning, killing, and plundering.

The First Emperor was furious and ordered all thirty-six commanderies of Great Qin to drag them all away for forced labor.

As the saying goes, those at the top open their mouths, while those at the bottom run their legs off.

The ten thousand garrison troops of Heye City were sent out in batches under the scorching sun to search for traces of the Mountain Bandits.

After three days, Lin Yue gradually understood the military organization in the game.

The lowest unit is the Wu, 5 people, led by a Squad Leader;

Two Wu make a Shi, 10 people, led by a Squad Leader;

Three Shi make a Dui, 30 people, led by a Squad Leader;

Three Dui make a Bai, 100 people, led by a Centurion;

Five Bai make a Biao, 500 people, led by a Squad Leader;

Six Biao make a Qu, 3,000 people, led by a Military Marquis;

Three Qu make a Bu, 10,000 people, led by a Commandant;

Three Bu make a Ying, 30,000 people, led by a Captain;

Three Ying make a Wei, 100,000 people, led by a Colonel;

Three Wei make a Jun, 300,000 people, led by a General;

Lin Yue had plenty of complaints about the military organization set in the game; what kind of brain-dead designer could come up with such a setting? It was neither fish nor fowl and hard to remember.

But complaints aside, the game had to go on.

That said, relying solely on the ten thousand troops of a single Bu in Heye City was barely enough to garrison the city, so searching for Mountain Bandits around Heye City at the same time was asking too much.

Fortunately, the Qin Army soldiers showed great enthusiasm for military merit, tirelessly searching and constantly moving through the mountains and forests even under the scorching sun.

"The whole team rest, we leave in the time it takes for an incense stick to burn!" The Squad Leader stopped and ordered. In this weather, if they kept walking, a few would faint. Hearing this, the team of new recruits breathed a sigh of relief and went to rest under the shade of the trees.

"Lin Yue, you go keep watch. As a Squad Leader, you must set an example." The Squad Leader called out to the seated Lin Yue with a serious face.

"Understood, Squad Leader." Lin Yue stood up in a flash, wiped his sweat, and went to keep watch in the surroundings.

Relying on the Amiability talent, Lin Yue had just been selected as a Squad Leader yesterday. There were one thousand people in his batch of the new recruit camp. Now, they were all sent out in Dui units to search for Mountain Bandit camps, while the other soldiers were stationed at the foot of the mountain, waiting for their news.

Lin Yue's head felt a bit groggy. To refresh himself, he was forced to open the regional chat panel.

Sometimes it's just so strange; you're clearly very sleepy, but once you slack off, you suddenly become energetic!

"The Chenlong Guild invites all heroes to gather. If interested, send a private message!"

"East of Fenglei Mountain, there is a group of Mountain Bandits at coordinates 36.2, 34.1. Everyone stay away; the head bandit likes men. It's too terrifying!"

"Is the person above okay?"

"Don't mention it, I can barely hold it together."

"My Vajra Stronghold has a thousand Brothers. We drink big bowls of wine, eat big chunks of meat, act on behalf of Heaven, and eliminate violence to bring peace! We look forward to all you Brothers coming. Everyone gets a copy of the 'Vajra Sutra' to help you reach the peak!"

"Coordinates: West side of Little Thunder Mountain. All the heroes of the Vajra Stronghold look forward to your visit!"

Below the message, there was a video attached. A long table was filled with delicacies, and burly men were drinking heavily, quite reminiscent of the Liangshan Heroes.

"The 'Vajra Sutra'! You have this kind of cultivation technique too? How is that possible?"

"Right, I don't believe it either, unless you send it to me to see."

"In this day and age, in a lord-type game, there are still people willing to be dogs for Mountain Bandits? I've seen everything now!"

"Can you really cultivate the 'Vajra Sutra' if you go?"

There were all kinds of comments. Some hoped for a place to settle, some looked forward to legendary martial arts manuals, and others disdained associating with Mountain Bandits. A flame war was about to break out.

Lin Yue couldn't help but chuckle. Slacking off is indeed great.

Since the first day he joined the new recruit camp, after witnessing the Military Marquis's feat of throwing a hundred-jin millstone over ten meters away, Lin Yue was deeply shocked. If they met on the battlefield, Lin Yue felt that a hundred of him wouldn't be enough to fight him!

Since then, he had been like someone injected with chicken blood, focusing on cultivation. Now, seeing the various messages from players, he was momentarily engrossed.

Wait, Little Thunder Mountain?

Lin Yue opened the map and discovered he was right next to Little Thunder Mountain!

It was truly: searched for high and low, only to find it without any effort!

"Brother, wait for me!"

Lin Yue said in the regional chat.

"Through wind and rain, I'll be waiting for you at the intersection on the west side of Little Thunder Mountain!"

Seeing this, Lin Yue's face lit up with joy, and he ran straight to the Squad Leader.

"Squad Leader, your subordinate just discovered traces of Mountain Bandits," Lin Yue said.

"Where?" The Squad Leader stood up in a flash, his eyes wide as copper bells, and asked while gripping his qin sword.

"Not far from us, on the west side of Little Thunder Mountain. Follow me." Seeing the Squad Leader nod, Lin Yue followed the map's instructions and led the way.

Although they were on the same mountain, in a game with a hundred times the surface area, Lin Yue's feet were about to be ruined from walking. He didn't know how the Squad Leader had been walking for so long.

Fortunately, they finally saw a few Mountain Bandits, which meant the Mountain Bandit camp shouldn't be too far away. The two followed the Mountain Bandits while staying hidden and finally discovered the camp! They turned to the back of the camp, and the Squad Leader silently memorized the general terrain nearby. Just as Lin Yue was about to continue walking, the Squad Leader stopped him and signaled for him not to move.

"What is it, Squad Leader?" Lin Yue asked, puzzled.

"I estimate this group of Mountain Bandits has at least a thousand people. You go back, send a signal, and have the main army come," the Squad Leader said in a low voice.

Originally, these green recruits were meant to act as scouts; no one expected them to kill many enemies on the battlefield. Calling the main army was the safest approach.

Lin Yue looked back at the road they had come from, his legs feeling a bit weak, then turned and said, "Squad Leader, I'll stay here and keep an eye on them. You go back."

"No, staying here is very dangerous. I cannot let you take risks here!" the Squad Leader whispered sternly.

"Your subordinate has yet to make any contributions. Thanks to the support of all the Brothers, I became a Squad Leader. Now that I have a chance to repay everyone, how can I retreat!" Lin Yue said righteously, leaving no room for refusal!

"Alright then, remember, if things go wrong, running away is the best policy." Unable to persuade him, the Squad Leader could only pat Lin Yue on the shoulder and said earnestly.

He was quite fond of Lin Yue and didn't want him to perish here, but he also knew that to go further in the Great Qin military camp, one must have a sense of responsibility. This was indeed a good opportunity.

"Hide well, safety first." The Squad Leader said, looking back, and then ran into the forest.

Until the Squad Leader's figure gradually disappeared from view, Lin Yue looked around, found a hidden spot under a large tree, and hid.

"Hiss, so painful!" Lin Yue took off his boots, kept rubbing his feet, and patted his numb legs.

"Sigh, playing a game and having to suffer like this. Fortunately, it was me who stayed on the mountain; otherwise, the round trip would have exhausted me to death." Lin Yue rejoiced at his own wit, looking satisfied!

Afterward, he put on his boots, found a hidden corner, and kept a close watch on the Mountain Bandit camp. After all, while slacking off was fun, business could not be delayed.

The Squad Leader jogged all the way, panting, but didn't dare to stop for a moment, fearing that his pause might cause Lin Yue to fall into a crisis. Finally, he encountered the Qin Army campsite, and without even drinking water, he brought reinforcements back, heading straight for the Vajra Stronghold!

In the Vajra Stronghold, the Head Bandit, Black Vajra, was pacing back and forth, wringing his hands, looking somewhat nervous.

"Zhao Bo, why haven't those Outlanders arrived yet?"

"Head Bandit, don't be anxious. The distance from them to our Vajra Stronghold is not short; it will always take some time." A pale-faced man comforted him.

"Alright, alright." Black Vajra nodded and smiled, but still seemed somewhat distracted.

"Then what if they arrive and discover that the 'Long Ape Fist Technique' isn't a top-tier cultivation technique?"

"Head Bandit, watch your words. Your cultivation technique is the 'Vajra Sutra', not some bullshit 'Long Ape Fist Technique'." Zhao Bo put his hand to his forehead, looking somewhat helpless.

"Right, right, right. I mean, what if they discover the 'Vajra Sutra' is a fake?"

"Who said the 'Vajra Sutra' had to be a top-tier cultivation technique? Did I say it, or did you, Head Bandit?"

Black Vajra shook his head blankly.

"Then how can there be any talk of the 'Vajra Sutra' being a fake? Is there a big difference between Long Ape and Vajra? Is there a problem with me calling this technique the 'Vajra Sutra'?"

"Head Bandit, rest assured. When they discover that the 'Vajra Sutra' is not what they thought, that will be their problem. Furthermore, by then, your troops will be strong, and whatever they do will be up to you, right?"

At this moment, Black Vajra's mouth was so wide open that three eggs could fit inside. You scholars really know how to play; you can make black sound like white, and do it so calmly and righteously!

You can even shift the blame and clear yourself of all responsibility; truly ruthless!

"Good. Tell the Brothers that today I am appointing Young Master Zhao Bo as Military Advisor. From now on, the Military Advisor's status is only below mine. You must not disobey!" Black Vajra called a minion and ordered him to spread the news.

Then he turned to him and smiled, "Military Advisor, I see you are pale. You must have some kidney problems. I have a tiger penis here. I'll stew it for you tonight to nourish your body; you will surely regain your vigor!"

"Many thanks for your kindness, Head Bandit. My kidneys are fine; there is no problem." Zhao Bo's mouth twitched, and he said somewhat awkwardly.

"Eh, we are family, no need for formalities. Military Advisor, don't be a stranger; we are all men." After saying this, he put the item directly into Zhao Bo's hand, looking like a warm-hearted person, then turned and laughed loudly: "Hahaha, with the Military Advisor's help, I, Black Vajra, will surely dominate Heye!"

Zhao Bo sneered in his heart. Do you still want me to be under a simple-minded, brawny guy like you? If it weren't for the fact that NPCs have high martial arts skills in the early stages of the game and players are just starting out with insufficient strength, would I have submitted myself to this place? When the players in Vajra Stronghold become powerful, that will be the day I take control of the Vajra Stronghold! Let's see if you can still laugh then!