The next morning, the county soldiers' competition was held in advance in the military camp. This competition was to determine the ownership of the three hundred seventy-two-ring-refined first swords and the two hundred six-stone arm crossbows.

For these magical weapons, the soldiers of each song have been training hard for a month. Seeing that the victory will be decided today, the soldiers can no longer hold back and are eager to try.

The six leading quzhang were even more anxious. They only waited for the eunuch's order to kill the generals and seize the flag to win the first place.

According to the pre-arranged competition method, this competition adopts the method of capturing the flag to determine the outcome. Each song has its own military flag. The flag has the surname of the commander of the song written on it. The first team to capture the other team's military flag wins.

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Since the sword and shield soldiers and the spear soldiers competed for the first sword in the ring, the four songs were divided into two groups by drawing lots. The winner advanced, and the winner was finally decided by the two advanced sergeants.

As for the ownership of the arm-shaped crossbow, it is simple. Just compete with each other between the two crossbows.

In the competition, everyone used fake knives, guns, bows and crossbows that were not very lethal. The tips of these fake weapons were covered with lime. If they hit the opponent's vital points, they would leave white marks, indicating that the opponent had been killed.

In order to prevent accidents, Zhang Yi issued a military order before the competition. If there was a death or serious injury or disability in the competition, not only would the person be directly responsible, but military law would also be imposed, and the relevant persons would be severely punished.

Therefore, the six commanders including Lei Xiong, Shen Da and others knew the proper strength of this competition. In addition, after the competition, Yang Qing would directly order the generals to send troops, and he did not want to have any missing arms or legs.

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On the high platform of the school field, Yang Qing was dressed in military uniform with a serious face. He waved the command flag in his hand and issued the military order for the competition to begin.

Although rules and standards were set and various measures were taken to reduce the serious personal injuries suffered by the soldiers, once the competition started, the soldiers from all walks of life fought bravely to be first and did their best. For a while, orders and shouts of killing continued in the school field.

Both sides of the competition did not rush over in a swarm, but formed a military formation to strangle the opponent. Formation and then fighting is an iron law in the army. As long as the formation is not in chaos and is not broken, there is still fighting strength.

Around the battle formation duel, the tactics of each side are also endless. Some rely on a tight and difficult-to-break array to crush them, some quickly change formations to cut and surround the opponent, some use men and horses to flank the rear, and some look at the right opportunity to attack directly.

Attacking the opponent's general...

The fierce and exciting competition made all the civil and military officials on the high platform dazzled and beaming with joy. Many people praised that the composers of these six songs were all men who knew soldiers and were good at fighting, and that the soldiers below were also elite soldiers.

Although some of the words were meant to be exaggerated, Yang Qing was very satisfied with today's competition. After more than a month of training, these three thousand county soldiers finally looked like a strong army.

Although in the eyes of those who know the military, many Qu units are more or less slow, unfamiliar, and chaotic in the transformation and connection of battle formations, but generally speaking, all six Qu units can roughly complete formations, changes of formations, and rushes.

The tactical movements of the formation are already very good for the county soldiers who are mostly new soldiers.

After two hours of fighting, the winner was finally decided. Lei Xiong's Sword and Shield Qu had the most veterans and was rich in experience. He overpowered the other three Qu and collected the 300 seventy-two-refined Huanshou Dao.

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As for the competition between the two crossbows, Shen Da was the better in the end and won two hundred well-made arm-shaped crossbows.

The big competition that has been prepared for almost a month has finally come to an end. Now is the time to go out of the city to test the true combat effectiveness of this team.

An hour later, the Liuqu soldiers returned to camp, had a meal, rested for a while, and then returned to the school grounds in full uniform.

The three-way drum was beating, and Yang Qing stood on the high platform and shouted loudly to all the county officials and soldiers: "The barbarians are causing chaos, killing the villagers, burning, killing and looting. They do all kinds of evil. The crimes are heinous and the gods and men are angry. I am angry with the people." As the prefect of this county, guarding a place on behalf of the emperor, he has the responsibility to protect the territory and the people."

"Today, I will personally lead the army out of the city to defeat the enemy and save the people from water and fire. Gentlemen, will you follow me to kill the enemy?"

The soldiers had just gone through a fierce competition. Encouraged by the honor of victory and the supplies of sharp swords and crossbows, their morale was at its highest.

Moreover, the people who suffered were all locals and elders from this county. The soldiers in the audience had long been unable to bear it, and they were very surprised that they could now fight to the death with the barbarian soldiers.

At this moment, listening to the prefect's questioning, all the sergeants' blood surged, veins burst, and they shouted in unison: "I am willing to kill the enemy with my lord, I am willing to kill my enemy with my lord, I am willing to kill my enemy with my lord!"

Seeing the excited expressions of all the sergeants, Yang Qing secretly said that the military spirit was ready, and stretched out his hand to signal the entire army to be silent.

"Okay, that's it, everyone, listen to the order." Upon hearing this, the civil and military officials on the left and right sides and in the audience quickly bowed and listened to the order.

"Liu Yin, Lu Shun, Feng Chong, and you three will each lead their own troops and follow me out of the city to defeat the enemy."

"No," the three of them responded as they came out of the queue.

In his first battle with the rebels, Yang Qing was fully prepared and used more than twice the enemy's force, a total of 1,200 people, accounting for almost half of the county soldiers.

"Zhang Yi, I order you to lead the remaining troops to guard the city, and be sure to prevent the barbarians from taking a detour to attack the county seat."

"No." Zhang Ni said with cupped hands.

"Master Fu, why don't you bring Lei Xiong and Shen Da's two troops who are equipped with the Seventy-Two-Refined Ring First Sword and the Six-Stone Arm Crossbow? They are the most powerful Buqu in the army."

Yang Qing nodded and laughed: "I regard the barbarian soldiers as local chickens and dogs. Why use the most elite infantry in our army to deal with them? What's more, the first purpose of this attack is to drive away the barbarian cavalry, and secondly. The only way is to annihilate the enemy. It is enough to defeat the enemy with twice the number of troops. Moreover, setting up the city is the foundation of the county government and there is no room for failure. In order to prevent a surprise attack by Gaoding, it is best for the most elite soldiers and horses to stay in the city."

"Yes, I understand."

"Fu Jun is absolutely right. Fu Jun personally leads the troops this time, so he has high regard for the barbarian soldiers. Fu Jun will definitely win the battle." Huo Jian said suddenly from the side.

Yang Qing glanced at him, stretched out his hand, and said with a smile: "Uncle Zhi has given me too much praise. I still have to be modest and cautious. I will be safe if I have Uncle Zhi praise me for military affairs this time."

Huo Jian cupped his hands and said humbly: "Jian is not talented, but I am willing to follow the strength of a slave."

"Wang Gongcao and Chief Yang, the government affairs in the government are still left to you two to handle. We must ensure order and tranquility in the city."

"promise."

"Magistrate Lu, you will be responsible for the subsequent transportation of food and fodder for the army, and Zhang Sima will cooperate."

"promise."

Seeing that everything had been arranged, Yang Qing immediately bowed his hands to everyone and said goodbye.

After getting off the high platform, the guards had already brought the war horse. He turned over and rode on it, driving the horse forward.

The ordered generals marched out one by one and followed them to the outside of the school grounds, where they collected food, grass and baggage. More than a thousand soldiers set out for the south gate. Wang Yi and other subordinate officials were also sent outside the city before returning.

It was already past midnight when Yang Qing led his army to leave the city. After two hours of marching, it began to get dark.

At this moment, everyone had traveled more than 20 miles and was already exhausted. Most of the soldiers Yang Qing led on this expedition were new soldiers. It was not necessary to march at night, so he ordered Liu Yin to find a nearby village for everyone to march.

Set up camp.
Chapter completed!