Civilization: Beyond Two Worlds

162 Arrival of the Army

Preston thought for a moment before understanding the meaning of Kang De’s words.

Humans were afraid of death, but what they were most afraid of was not death, but that they were dead but others were alive.

To the families of the personal soldiers and militia in this team, their husbands or children had to go to the battlefield. When Lord Hong San said that he wanted to recruit more young men, it could even be considered good news to these families.

—Why should my family members go to the battlefield to fight, but your family members can stay at home?

Letting these family members help persuade and recruit the young men of the other families would definitely make them work quite hard. They could even be the main force and save a lot of trouble.

This was because everyone had their own selfishness. The commoners were not worried about difficulties, but about inequality.

After figuring it out, the officer revealed a horrified expression. He looked at Kang De with a strange gaze.

He had never seen such a ruthless person who could immediately think of such a vicious plan and casually say it… Moreover, he was so young.

Good lord, how vicious would he be if he lived for another 20 years?

The officer smiled bitterly and said, “This method… should be very useful, but I don’t dare to use it.”

Kang De said indifferently, “Why not?”

Preston shook his head and said, “I’m afraid that with this start… it’ll be chaotic.”

Kang De pointed at the street. “Didn’t you do this here too? The old and women have to go to the battlefield. Since this team has to do this, should the people of Valentine City be an exception?”

Preston was immediately a little displeased, “Is Mr. Dong Zhuo mocking my brother? He’s already done everything he can. He definitely has no selfish motives and is willing to shoulder everything…”

At this point, he sighed, “Why should I tell you this? Actual actions are better than words. Mr. Dong Zhuo, we’ll make everyone understand.”

After the officer finished speaking, he became less interested and barely said a few more words, “In that case, I’ll take my leave. This team will stay here. If you need anything, tell them… Mr. Dong Zhuo, the elf army is about to arrive. Everyone has to fight for this city. Only then can they earn a way out. As for insults and hatred, they have to be alive first before considering anything else, right?”

He nodded at Kang De and said, “I look forward to fighting alongside you.”

After bidding farewell, Preston rode away.

“I’m afraid he went to find his Onii-chan to report the method I provided. Honest child, I only casually blew at it. Look at how frightened he was.”

Kang De teased and turned to see Hong San looking at him worriedly.

“What are you looking at?”

Kang De cursed, “I’m not a psychopath. I can’t be bothered to do such a social experiment. Do you think I want to see human nature reveal its ugliness and obtain pleasure because of it? I think it’s dirty.”

Hong San finally heaved a sigh of relief.

Moreover, he revealed a relatively normal smile since this morning.

However… he was happy too early.

Not long after, curses sounded from the street. The two of them went over to take a look and discovered that some shrews and old men were pointing at the sky and cursing some people for being selfish and unwilling to contribute to everyone’s safety. They were only willing to shrink like turtles. When they asked, they were indeed the relatives of the patrolling guards and the leader’s personal soldiers.

Kang De sneered. Hong San was angry. Secondly, he discovered that the leaders knew nothing about this. Indeed, with their current standards and horizons, they could not think of this move.

In other words, these family members felt that it was unfair and spontaneously organized an operation, wanting others to accompany their family to the battlefield…

Kang De and Hong San looked at each other in surprise. Even with Kang De’s knowledge and understanding, he did not expect this… The absurdity of the world was nothing more than this.

In the end, he could only order the leaders to pay careful attention and not let it evolve into a bloodbath. Under such circumstances, once people saw blood, they would go crazy.

After all the storms, large and small, soaked in tears and fear, the 800 young and strong troops were finally barely gathered. As for the remaining 800 reserves, they had to transfer women and old people…

Although Kang De shouted, after walking around the street, he shook his head and said, “No, if we do it again, something will really happen. Not only do these people want to cause trouble, but the people who have already been integrated into the team will definitely cause trouble too. Let’s stop here. At least not today. Stop.”

Hong San first heaved a sigh of relief, then said worriedly, “About the mayor…”

“I provided him with an idea. If he can do it, he can summon more soldiers, far surpassing these 800 old and weak. If he shouts that everyone is equal and has to fight for the city, he won’t be able to stand firm. The young and strong have not all died, so it’s simply a joke to recruit old people and women.”

Kang De said, “The logic is with us. Most importantly, if I reason with him, he has to listen. Our request is reasonable and has weight.”

Hearing Kang De say this, Hong San heaved a sigh of relief and said gratefully, “They should thank you, Master. It’s really great to have you here.”

Kang De rolled his eyes. “Thank me? Is it useful?”

Hong San’s smile froze, then he sighed silently.

No matter what, the team finally pulled up.

After lunch, it was afternoon. The mayor sent someone to rush them. The 800 recruited militiamen who had finished organizing and were fully armed barely lined up in a mess. Under Hong San’s lead and the sobbing gazes of the family, they left the block and headed to the west wall, preparing to enter their combat positions and carry out a familiar drill in advance.

The mayor knew that this army had only fought in the field and was not a regular army. Moreover, they had no experience in defending the city, so he also sent an experienced veteran team to guide and command.

800 people were responsible for guarding a section of the west wall of the city that was about 100 to 200 meters long.

“Listen carefully, there’s a team leader in a group of five. Every team leader has a wooden tablet. The pattern on the wooden tablet is the same as the pattern on the battlements of the city wall. That’s the place your team is responsible for!”

The captain of the veteran team was wearing heavy armor and had a scar on his face. He had a fierce expression and a loud voice.

Moreover, he had the same characteristics as almost all veteran soldiers.

He cursed.

“Your mission is to listen to orders! When I tell you to hide, lie down and hide! Raise the shield in your hands and try to die later!”

“Cooperate with the people around you! If the elves rush up, use your spears and short swords to stab and slash! If the elves’ hook lock is thrown, pry it open! When the elves’ ladder comes, push it with your companions! We only ask you to do what you can and do your best! The city wall and the mages will block the magic! The elves’ sharp soldiers will be dealt with by professionals. You only need to do what you have to do!”

“Draw the bow and shoot the arrow. In terms of archery, you’re far inferior to sharp ears, but it doesn’t matter. Just shoot! You might die in battle today. Then, use all the strength to shoot women or men in the next few decades today! Shoot where there are many elves!”

“Throw rocks! Throw them down! Remember, the Earth God is the most fatal bastard in all the siege battles! The countless rocks he gave Goethe were to smash the heads of the elves today!”

“His Holiness the Fire God is the second most fatal bastard…”

Kang De watched from the side as the small team of veterans kicked their butts and patted their shoulders one by one. As they imparted battlefield knowledge, they cursed. He shook his head. Looking down from here, Valentine City was built on the plain. There was no natural barrier to defend. A circle of short houses of various sizes surrounded the outside of the city, most of them farmhouses.

At this moment, there were still some people fighting to collect crops outside, but most of them had already fled to the city or gone their separate ways. War was about to arrive and pressed over like a black cloud.

“You guys! Yes! I’m talking about you! You’re the leaders of these dogs, right?”

The scar-faced veteran walked over with saliva flying everywhere and roared, “A group of dogsh*t leaders, too…”

As soon as he finished speaking, Kang De turned to look at him, his eyes indifferent and cold.

The scar-faced veteran did not finish his sentence.

Although these guys spoke dirty, they still tried their best to impart their insights. He had heard that this was popular in the army. They said that it was best to suppress the self-esteem and personality of the new recruits so that they could be better obedient and cooperative… However, although they scolded those people, they could forget about doing this to him.

“Hey, if there’s anything we need to pay attention to, just say it. Do your duty and tell us everything you know. If I can’t listen, it’s none of your business if I die on the battlefield.”

Kang De said, “However, there’s one thing. Keep your mouth clean. You know how to speak properly, right? If you don’t, I’ll teach you.”

The old soldier stared at him for a moment and said, “Why did a person like you become the leader of these dogs? Are they worthy? I suggest you go find the mayor. You have…”

Before he could finish, a scream suddenly sounded from the city wall beside him, “Look!”

Then, the rough and thick horn sounded.

The veteran captain’s expression changed drastically. He quickly walked towards the battlements and looked into the distance. Kang De had long taken out his binoculars and looked into the distance. He saw dust flying and a team of cavalry riding battle deer rushing over.

Fear was spreading. Someone shouted, “The elves are here!”

The 800 militiamen of the Heaven and Earth Association were also in a commotion. The veterans shouted and scolded them to calm down, but how could they calm down? At the critical moment, Hong San roared, “Quiet!”

His voice revealed his internal strength and spread far away.

“This is only a team of elf cavalry. Could it be that the cavalry is coming to attack the city? The mages are not in place, and the buildings outside the city are not razed. How can the army expand the phalanx?”

Hong San said sternly, “Even if the elves want to attack the city, they have to wait for a period of time. Instead of panicking here, why don’t you think about what the officers taught you and survive!”

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