Bright Sword: Conquer the monk at the beginning and take down Zhou Weiguo

"Yes." Liu San nodded firmly. "We have enough mobility. The enemy is slow to react. As long as we break through their defenses, everything else will be easy."

"But you forgot that the enemy's main force is concentrated on the eastern front. If we split our forces to break through, we will inevitably be surrounded by the enemy." Qin Cang said in a low voice, with a hint of unquestionable calmness in his tone. "Although you are experienced, this is a high-risk move. You are too confident."

Liu San didn't respond immediately, seemingly lost in thought. After a moment, he spoke, "I admit, Commander, your analysis makes sense, but the battlefield often requires a bold breakthrough. Your plan is too conservative. We have the advantage, and we must seize this opportunity."

"Enough." Qin Cang raised his head, his eyes sharp. "I know what you're thinking. You want to prove something in your own way, but I've made my decision on this battle."

Liu San was silent for a moment, a complex emotion flickering in his eyes. Then, he lowered his head, said nothing more, and left the tent. Qin Cang stood there, feeling a little irritated. As an officer, he knew that on the battlefield, every decision was a matter of life and death, and no deviation was tolerated. And Liu San, the veteran, seemed unable to fully accept the orders of his superiors.

The next morning, the battle broke out. The air was thick with the smell of dust and gunpowder, and the roar of artillery was deafening. Qin Cang stood in the command post, his eyes fixed on the map, his heart unwavering. The soldiers around him were tensely preparing: archers, infantry, and cavalry, all in perfect order and well-trained formation.

However, Qin Cang suddenly noticed that Liu San, along with a small group of soldiers, had quietly left the troops he commanded. Feeling anxious, he immediately ordered his guards to investigate. A few minutes later, the guards returned with news that Liu San was following his plan, leading his troops around the enemy's flank in an attempt to break through.

At this moment, Qin Cang's expression suddenly changed. He knew that if Liu San's action succeeded, it could truly bring a huge blow to the enemy, but if it failed, it would directly lead to the collapse of the entire front. Moreover, what Qin Cang could not tolerate most was that Liu San actually acted on his own, disobeying his orders.

Qin Cang knew that as a commander, he couldn't tolerate even the slightest disobedience. He quickly issued orders, requesting the other troops to adjust their formations and prepare for support. But just as he was about to personally command the reinforcements, a loud explosion was heard. Qin Cang's heart sank. He knew that Liu San's surprise attack had failed.

A few minutes later, Liu San returned to the headquarters in a panic, his face covered in dirt and blood. His eyes were still determined, but the fatigue and frustration on his face revealed his deep remorse.

"What did you do?" Qin Cang asked coldly without any further ado.

Liu San lowered his head and said in a heavy tone: "I was wrong, Commander, my judgment was wrong."

Qin Cang said nothing more. He glanced around, and all the soldiers were silent. He knew that Liu San was not incapable of repentance, but he was a veteran after all, with an overly strong self-confidence in his bones. This self-confidence sometimes made him go too far and lose control of the overall situation.

"You've made a serious mistake." Qin Cang finally spoke, his tone icy. "Not only have your actions cost us an unnecessary price, but they've also made the entire battle situation even more complicated. I understand you want to prove your ability, but this approach will only make you a burden on the battlefield."

Liu San didn't respond. He lowered his head, looking incredibly heavy-hearted. Although Qin Cang's words were sharp, he knew that such criticism was meant to make Liu San truly realize the seriousness of the problem. After all, nothing on the battlefield was more important than the commander's orders.

Over the next few days, Liu San's condition didn't improve much. He still rarely interacted with others, spending his days silently working with his head down. For Qin Cang, Liu San's presence was like a shadow that he could never dispel.

However, despite Liu San's constant mistakes, Qin Cang still chose not to transfer him, but instead gave him more responsibilities. This was not only to give him a chance, but also to make Liu San truly understand that as a soldier, true strength does not come from relying on one's own intuition and experience, but from having enough patience and wisdom to obey and execute the orders of superiors.

A few days passed, and the smoke of battle seemed to have faded, returning to a degree of peace in the camp. However, Qin Cang knew the situation was far from over. He believed that Liu San's pride, his inability to fully obey orders, would sooner or later become a problem again. It was this paranoia and impulsiveness that allowed Liu San to occasionally shine in battle, but also often brought unforeseen dangers to himself and his teammates.

He stood on the high platform of the command post, gazing at the distant mountains. Sunlight filtered through the mist, illuminating the rugged terrain with a cold brilliance. It was nature's calmness, but for Qin Cang, the stillness of this moment couldn't mask the anxiety within him.

"I can't let Liu San continue like this." Qin Cang thought silently. He sighed softly and turned to walk into the command tent. He had no time to hesitate, he had to take action.

Upon entering the tent, Qin Cang was immediately met by Xiaohu. Xiaohu was a young officer he had personally selected. He excelled at observing human nature, possessing a keen eye, composure, and decisiveness, making him particularly suited to the role of post-action monitoring. Qin Cang understood the importance of this role. After all, whether on the battlefield or in daily management, there would always be those who would find ways to break discipline, and as a commander, he must remain vigilant.

"Keep a close eye on Liu San." Qin Cang's voice was as cold as a knife, without hesitation. "If he behaves in an unusual manner again, report it to me immediately."

Xiaohu's eyes narrowed, knowing this was a mission that couldn't be ignored. He nodded and replied, "Yes, Commander. I'll keep a close eye on him."

Qin Cang paused for a moment, then added in a low voice, "Liu San is no longer just a soldier. He has become a problem with his past experiences. Do you understand? He may do something unexpected. These things may not be immediately apparent, but they will bring disaster to us at the most critical moment. Do you understand what I mean?"

Xiaohu's eyes showed no hesitation as he responded in a low voice, "I understand. Don't worry, I'll take care of it."

Qin Cang nodded, his eyes still stern. He knew that only by controlling Liu San's actions could he avoid potential risks.