He Daqing, do you know how I've lived these past years?

Leyou watched helplessly as the enemy disappeared into the distance, then led his troops toward their own position.

"Sir, this is Le You, the company commander of the 2nd Company, 3rd Battalion, 4th Regiment, reporting for duty."

"Yes, I've heard of your name for a long time. To be honest, I should thank you."

Seeing Leyou's confusion, the group leader explained:

“I used to be a battalion commander, but because of what you did in Qiancheng, the original regimental commander and deputy regimental commander were transferred to other places. Don’t you think we should thank you?”

"You're joking, Junzuo. It's all about the capable rising to the top; it has nothing to do with me."

The group leader took a cigarette out of his pocket and gave it to Leyou, saying:

"Based on the attacks of the past few days, I've noticed that the enemy's offense and defense are no longer as aggressive or swift as before, and there must be a reason for this."

"I will also report your military achievements today and award you accordingly. Is there anything else you need?"

Le You looked at the regimental commander with the same gaze he had for Bai Ci. How could someone who wasn't even under his command possibly report and award him?

Perhaps noticing Leyou's gaze, the guild leader took a deep drag of his cigarette and said:

"Come on, come with me to the army commander. I'll take over your company for now, we'll see how things go later. Battalion Commander, take Company Commander Yue's troops back to camp to rest."

Seriously, what a blatant attempt to poach someone's partner!

Having no other choice, Leyou had to return to headquarters with the group leader.

"Jun-za, we're here."

"Oh? Is there something you need?"

At this moment, the regimental commander stepped forward and said:

"This time we encountered a large enemy battalion, and gradually we found ourselves at a disadvantage."

At this moment, Company Commander Le arrived with his men to provide support, repelling the enemy's attack and thus launching a major counter-offensive. They annihilated a large number of enemies, with only a few escaping. The spoils of war included six infantry guns, tens of thousands of rounds of ammunition, and more than a dozen grenade launchers…

"Company Commander Yue's men also killed a battalion major."

"Great, strong soldiers and generals! What do you want? You can have them all."

Leyou thought for a moment and said:

"I may be leaving soon, and I want the soldiers below to have a good meal and some meat."

"I would like to award the major's binoculars and katana to the soldier who was killed."

After a moment's thought, the army commander nodded in agreement, instructing Leyou to hand over his samurai sword for engraving while he went to the logistics department to collect and register the grain.

At this moment, the leader of the Leyou guild ran over and started fighting with the other guild leader after only a few words.

"You think you can just steal my stuff? You must be tired of living."

"Stop! What kind of behavior is this? Do you think this is a vegetable market? Guards, disarm them and take them away to lock them up for a day!"

Leyou looked at the two awkwardly and thought of the infantry gun from before, perhaps because of the ownership issue.

After thanking the commander, he found the boy, took the samurai sword, and asked his name.

The boy then gathered the other forty-odd team members and loudly introduced himself:

"Sir, my name is Zan Pangui."

My name is Shui Silang.

My name is Qiao Saizhou.

My name is Gou Ping'an.

My name is Luo Wudi.

My name is Li Baoguo.

My name is Ba Fugui.

My name is Mu Changshou (meaning "Longevity Mother").

……

After hearing these forty-two names, Leyou nodded repeatedly and said:

"I keep my word. You'll be following me from now on, but you might have to go to Chengdu for two years."

"Sir, stop talking nonsense, we'll follow you."

Leyou felt embarrassed after hearing this and told them to call the platoon leader to lead a team to the logistics department to haul grain.

While you're at it, hand over the samurai sword for engraving.

"Pan Gui, why were you so brave back then? Weren't you afraid of dying?"

Leyou looked at Panhui, who was following behind, and said:

“Many of my ancestors were martial artists, daring and willing to fight, just like Sai Zhou, whose ancestors were resourceful and wise.”

"He's our strategist."

"Really? Haha."

"After dinner tonight, bring double the amount of equipment and everything, then come with me."

Leyou patted Pangui on the shoulder and said.

……

"Company Commander, are you really leaving?"

"Company Commander"

……

Looking at the braised pork and white rice in their bowls, the team members suddenly lost their appetite and eagerly asked Leyou for advice.

Looking at the group of soldiers surrounding him, Leyou could only say helplessly:

"I was originally going to Chengdu, but Commander Lu conscripted me to help out."

Now that the enemy's sphere of influence in the surrounding area is shrinking, I have to leave too.

"Consider tonight's dinner our farewell meal. Enjoy your meal, everyone. We'll have plenty of opportunities to work together again in the future. We're all grown men, so don't act like girls."

Hearing Leyou's words, everyone could only squat silently to the side and slowly eat their meals.

Seeing this, Leyou sighed and fell silent. All good things must come to an end. Brothers, take care!

After finishing his meal, Leyou hugged each of the soldiers in his company, then went to the logistics department to get the engraved samurai sword. He found Pan Gui and the others, and together they walked towards the Taoist temple as the soldiers waved goodbye.

……

"Pan Gui, you killed that major. This knife is a reward for you. If you don't come with me, I can let you stay here. There's no platoon leader, but there's definitely a squad leader."

"Sir, we made a promise, don't go back on your word!"

"Okay, I'm not in the military right now. Just call me big brother."

"Pot Pot"

"Big Brother"

Amidst cries of "Brother!", the group arrived near the Taoist temple.

Looking at the dimly lit Taoist temple from afar, Leyou quickened his pace, and the boys followed closely behind.

"Halt! Who are you? This is the 58th Army's quarters. If you dare take another step, I'll leave you riddled with holes!"

A spirited shout came from about twenty paces away.

Embarrassed, Leyou quickly responded:

"It's me, the nightingale."

"Ah, it's my senior brother."

Amidst exclamations, two figures rushed rapidly toward Leyou.

"Um"

With a muffled groan, Leyou picked them up, one in each arm, and asked:

"Why are you two here? Has Master returned?"

"I'm back. I had a knife wound to my chest, but it wasn't too serious. Sister Xian is taking care of me."

Mulan said from the side.

"Then let's go back quickly. Oh, and these are our younger brothers behind us; please take care of them."

After finishing his words, Leyou put down the two women and ran towards the Taoist temple.

The boys watching from behind whispered among themselves:

"Looks like the eldest brother is henpecked too, everyone be careful."

Huang Ying looked at the boys in front of her and burst into laughter:

"My dear brothers, quickly call your sister over to listen. I hope she doesn't end up like that other person, or she really will disappear without a trace."

The boys then kept calling out "Sister" to the oriole and the magnolia.

The two women also stopped everyone to keep watch together.

With so many people and so many guns, I feel completely safe.

……

"Brother, you're back!"

As soon as Leyou entered the Taoist temple, Jingxian saw him, came over, hugged him, and said...

"Hmm, how is Master?"

"The master is alright, it's just a cut. I'll take you to see him."

After saying that, Jingxian took Leyou's hand and walked towards the room.

As soon as I stepped outside the door, I heard my master's voice coming from inside:

"Hehehehe"

The response was Nianmin's "ee-ya ee-ya" sounds.

Leyou pushed open the door, called out "Master," and sat down to the side.

"What, the war is over?"

"That's about it, I'll be back soon. How did you get hurt?"

"Well, it's not a big problem. We were ambushed while covering the retreat, but we've dealt with it. It's just that their city defenses went back to reinforce, and those Japanese have been fighting fiercely for the past few days."

"The Japanese soldiers here have probably all gone to provide support. Oh, by the way, Master, forty-two boys want to follow me this time."

The master stroked his beard, hesitated for a moment, and said:

"It's difficult, especially the food, and the money,"

Leyou laughed immediately after hearing this and said:

"Master, don't worry, I do. I want to pass on my leg skills to them; after all, they're the core group."

"Okay, then let them stay for a few days until they're familiar with the place before they leave."

"Okay Master"

……