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While training the new army, the issue of food and salary also began to trouble Qian Mingduo. Although the wealthy families in the city expressed support at the beginning, as time went on, some began to waver. Qian Mingduo summoned the wealthy families to discuss matters in his mansion. A wealthy family, Mr. Qian, said, "Sir, the training of the new army takes too long and costs too much. We really can't afford it."

Qian Mingduo looked at them and said earnestly: "Everyone, once the new army is successfully trained, it will not only ensure the safety of our Healthy City, but also protect everyone's business.

If we give up now, all our previous investments will be wasted and we will be in danger. ” The wealthy looked at each other, and although they were dissatisfied, they knew there was no other way.

The forging of weapons was not all smooth sailing. The official in charge of forging weapons came to report: "Sir, the blacksmiths reported that the materials for forging weapons are insufficient, and time is tight, so the quality of some weapons may be affected."

Qian Mingduo was extremely anxious: "Go and tell the blacksmiths to ensure the quality of the weapons. I will find a way to deal with the material problem. You can go to the surrounding cities to buy them, no matter the price."

After months of hard training, the new army finally achieved initial results. In a simulated drill, the new soldiers demonstrated their training results. The neat formations and skilled tactical movements made Qian Mingduo and other officials and generals smile with satisfaction.

Wang Meng reported to Qian Mingduo: "Sir, the new army can already perform some simple tasks, but they still need more actual combat exercises." Qian Mingduo nodded: "Well, arrange some bandit suppression tasks to let them grow in actual combat."

When Zhao Hu, Li Qiang and other recruits heard that they were going to suppress bandits, they were both excited and nervous.

Li Qiang said to Zhao Hu, "We can finally fight with real weapons, but I'm still a little scared." Zhao Hu clenched his fists and said, "Don't be afraid. We have trained for this moment for so long. Follow the generals, and nothing will happen."

During the anti-bandit operation, the new army encountered a group of fierce bandits. At the beginning of the battle, the bandits' attack made some new recruits a little panicked. But under the command of generals such as Wang Meng, the new army quickly stabilized its position.

Zhao Hu brandished a big knife and fought bravely, shouting: "Brothers, kill, for Jiankang City!" Li Qiang also overcame his fear and fought with the bandits together with his comrades.

After the battle, although the new army suffered casualties, they successfully wiped out the bandits. This victory greatly boosted the morale of the new army and gave Qian Mingduo hope.

He knew that this new army was gradually becoming a powerful force to protect the Healthy City, and they still had a long way to go and more challenges were waiting for them. But as long as they persisted, the Healthy City would be impregnable.

Back in the city, the people lined the streets to welcome the new army back. Qian Mingduo stood on the city wall, looking at the cheering crowd and the tired but proud new army, and secretly vowed in his heart that he must build this new army into an invincible army and let Jiankang City enjoy peace forever.

He turned to the officials beside him and said, "We can't relax. We must continue training and strengthen our equipment. Our new army will become even stronger." Everyone responded in unison, "Yes, sir!"

Qian Mingduo was promoted to the rank of assistant minister of the Ministry of War, a third-rank official, for his effective training of the new army. This appointment made him feel a great sense of responsibility. At this time, the Liao and Jin forces on the border had repeatedly invaded the border, and the national situation was critical, so expanding the new army became a top priority.