stingy landlady

Chapter 273 Gui Xiang's Wedding (9)

Lin Xiaoyun frowned and asked Guizhi:

"Guizhi! You look down on me that much? I dare not slack off in the army! Slacking off is just fooling yourself. Once we're on the battlefield, nobody will know who we are! It's all real fighting and real skills!"

Guizhi also said earnestly:

"Not bad, not bad! Lin Xiaoyun! The fact that you realize this means you've participated in actual combat! On the battlefield, weapons and bullets have no eyes, so you must be extremely careful!"

"Yes, yes! I know! I have a great responsibility on my shoulders! How could I dare to be careless! These past few years I've been training in the military camp every day, braving wind and rain!"

I can't let my guard down! I often think of you, Uncle Wang, and Aunt Wang, our home. You know, only here do I feel so warm!

Guizhi knew that life in the military camp was not easy, and her heart softened. She softly instructed him:

"Lin Xiaoyun! Nothing is more important than your own life! Don't let fame and fortune cloud your judgment on the battlefield. Stay calm and keep a clear head!"

Not every battlefield requires you to charge into battle. You're still young; there's no need to be so sharp. Be patient with minor matters and yield when necessary! Not all credit is something you should fight for or grab.

You're still young, you have a long life ahead of you!

Lin Xiaoyun nodded in agreement, then hesitated for a long time before saying:

"Guizhi! There haven't been any major wars in recent years because the weather has been favorable. All countries have been recuperating and resting."

Guizhi! We live near barbarian lands, and if we encounter a year of famine, our Zhenbei Army will be a defensive line, bearing the brunt of the attack. Let's take advantage of this peace to cultivate more land and store more grain!

No matter what, having food ensures you won't go hungry! Also, prepare plenty of warm clothing. In case our Zhenbei Army can't hold out on the front lines, you must be prepared to flee at any time.

Guizhi! I shouldn't say this, but according to the old folks, wars happen every eight to ten years. We have to be fully prepared. The imperial court has been delaying the payment of the Zhenbei Army's military pay, causing widespread discontent within the army.

The imperial court is wary of our Zhenbei Army, yet it also fears that without their defense, barbarians will cross the border to burn, kill, and plunder. Alas!

Guizhi! Actually, although there haven't been many major wars in recent years, these small groups of enemies harassing the border are commonplace.

Guizhi understood the principle that supplies must precede the army's advance. However, in the years since she arrived, Xiaoping Village had been peaceful and tranquil, so Guizhi had forgotten about the existence of war.

Guizhi thought the war was far away from her, but little did she know that Xiaoping Village was actually located in the border area. Once a conflict broke out, Xiaoping Village would also suffer.

The thought of war made Guizhi's heart tremble. Rather than being afraid, she should prepare to face the challenges head-on.

Seeing that Guizhi remained silent for a long time, Lin Xiaoyun began to panic:

"Guizhi! Don't be afraid! This is just my personal guess, and it's not necessarily accurate. If I had known you were afraid, I wouldn't have said it. Just pretend I didn't say it!"

Cinnamon twigs?

Guizhi looked up and carefully examined the young man in front of her. He was nearly twenty years old, the age when people in modern times would be in high school or college. Yet here, he had already begun to experience the trials of war, possessing keen intuition and sharp thinking.

Although I haven't experienced war myself, I've watched many TV series and movies, so it's still necessary to plan ahead.

Guizhi smiled and said to Lin Xiaoyun:

"Lin Xiaoyun! Thank you for reminding me! I don't know anything about fighting, but I will be very obedient. You told me to plant more crops and store more grain, because it's cold here, so we need to store more warm clothes."

Is it right? "

Lin Xiaoyun was relieved to see Guizhi smile.

"Guizhi! This is just my personal guess! Don't be afraid or panic! And don't tell your family. If it causes panic, the consequences will be unimaginable."

Guizhi asked curiously:

"Lin Xiaoyun, why would you tell me? Aren't you afraid I'll start crying and making a scene?"

Lin Xiaoyun rubbed his nose and said embarrassedly:

"I don't know either! I just feel that Guizhi, you are different from others. You try your best to find a solution to everything instead of crying and making a fuss, which doesn't solve the problem at all."

However, war is no small matter; it's best to prepare early!

Gui Zhi thought for a moment, realizing she wasn't good at tactics or similar issues. She really didn't have anything to teach the person in front of her, so she could only instruct Lin Xiaoyun:

"When you are in the army, you must lead your men to train diligently and try your best to ensure the loyalty of those around you."

Lin Xiaoyun, I don't understand war, but I've heard of many people who were injured or killed because of the scheming or betrayal of those around them.

Perhaps he didn't betray his country, but he would still be under someone else's command. Especially when he achieves success and fame, he must not become arrogant. He must be even more vigilant! Lin Xiaoyun, you must also be wary of those around you with wicked intentions. Remember, your life is the most important thing.

We're all waiting for you to back us up!

Lin Xiaoyun was very excited; Guizhi, as always, cared for him.

"Okay! Guizhi! Don't worry, I'll be extra careful!"

The two exchanged a smile, and Guizhi recalled how Lin Xiaoyun had taken care of Wang Yiyun.

"Lin Xiaoyun! My fifth uncle is in the prefectural city. I heard you've been taking good care of him. Thank you!"

"No need to thank me! He's your fifth uncle. If he passes the imperial examination, as long as he's not a heartless person, he'll always help you out."

Lin Xiaoyun couldn't help but smile as he thought of Jiang Chuxin, the current princess's family member, who had been relentlessly pursuing Wang Yiyun.

"Guizhi! Your fifth uncle also has someone pursuing him! It's just that your fifth uncle is a bit stubborn and insists on taking the imperial examination before considering marriage."

Guizhi also thought of Jiang Chuxin, and considering the vast difference in their social status, she nodded and said:

“Lin Xiaoyun! My fifth uncle’s considerations make some sense. Our family comes from a humble background, and Miss Jiang is marrying down.”

If my fifth uncle hadn't passed the exam, how would the two of them have communicated and lived together? Would Miss Jiang have agreed to come and live with my grandparents in the same room?

Besides, my fifth uncle is still quite old and just wants to focus on his studies, not get bogged down in family matters, which is understandable.

"Guizhi! The Hope Workshop in the prefectural city is doing quite well. Will you be traveling to the prefectural city often in the future?"

"How about I give you a few men to work for you? They can protect you on your journey."

"No need! Lin Xiaoyun! Your father gave me so many retired veterans, and they are all quite skilled. People who have experienced life-and-death struggles always have many ways to survive."

They are just retired, but if they are organized properly, they can still more effectively protect those around them in the community.

Thinking about it, I really have to thank the Prince for sending these people, so I have people I can use here. Lin Xiaoyun, even if there really is a war, you don't need to worry too much about us here.”

Lin Xiaoyun was slightly worried:

"Guizhi! I'm afraid that once war breaks out, these people will be conscripted again!"