The Bodyguard King's CEO Wife-Chapter 1404: Meng Tian Arrives

"Lord Han will not punish you, and with your current abilities and military achievements, you are bound to receive recognition." Shangguan Jian knew very well that Ye Shikai now held high prestige among the people, and he was the favored one in Han Hao’s eyes. If his plan succeeded, it would be a great achievement. Even if it failed, no one could propose a better idea, so no matter what, Ye Shikai would not be punished, let alone face any consequences.

However, Shangguan Jian was also curious about what method Ye Shikai had to make the Wolf Clan soldiers serve the Qin Army, and seeing his confident demeanor, it didn’t seem like idle boasting.

"Someone come here." Ye Shikai clapped his hands, and Man Cang quickly stepped into the barracks.

"Chiliarch, what are your orders?"

"Distribute the prisoners’ rations according to the squad leader standards of the Qin Army, and also, do not insult or curse the prisoners, allow them to move freely within the camp." Ye Shikai’s words were astonishing, and Man Cang was directly stunned, unable to believe Ye Shikai’s words. Given the limited military rations now, Ye Shikai wanted to treat the Wolf Clan prisoners kindly, which was unprecedented in the Qin Army.

"Chiliarch, those warriors who fought alongside us are living off buns and rice porridge, yet you’re giving good meat to these prisoners. I simply can’t understand." Man Cang was straightforward, and because he had a good relationship with Ye Shikai, he directly voiced his confusion.

"Even with buns and rice porridge, a person can still survive, but if they’re dead, even delicacies in front of them are useless." Ye Shikai calmly said, "If we can form this cavalry unit, infantry losses could be reduced by thousands, meaning thousands more brothers could return home. For the sake of more families being reunited, what do meat and wine matter?"

"Yes, I understand, I’ll go give the orders." Man Cang nodded, bowed, and turned to leave.

"Old Ye, are you sure this will really work?" Shangguan Jian was still hesitant. Not only refraining from punishing prisoners but actively providing them with wine and meat, probably only Ye Shikai would do this.

"Of course, I wouldn’t do a losing trade." Ye Shikai patted his shoulder. Just as he was about to leave, Han Hao walked in with several generals.

"Shangguan, Ye, you’re both here, just as I have something big to discuss with you."

"If it’s about the cavalry unit, Lord Han, you needn’t say more. Give me some time, I’ll show you the results."

"Ye, you misunderstand, you’re the commander of the cavalry unit, how to train it is up to you. I’m not here for that." Ye Shikai hadn’t expected that Han Hao wasn’t here for that, but he couldn’t imagine what else he’d be here for.

"This is indeed a big matter." Han Hao said seriously, "After reporting the war situation, Great General Meng highly approved, so tomorrow he will personally come with his guards for commendation. So tomorrow we all have to go out to welcome."

"Great General Meng Tian is coming." Ye Shikai was quite shocked; he hadn’t expected Meng Tian would personally come here. But then again, it wasn’t the first time he had seen Great General of Qin. Back in Bai Qi’s ruins, he had communicated with the ’Energy Body’ left behind by Bai Qi. Bai Qi’s inner strength was profound, and though his body was gone, with his cultivation, his soul remained undying, and he even gifted You Xi’s sword to him. Unfortunately, the sword was stored in the Storage Ring, and Ye Shikai currently had no inner strength to activate it.

"Indeed, I can’t believe it, but it’s true. Shows how great our battle achievement is."

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The next day.

"The Meng family has long been the Generals’ Family of Great Qin, conquering six countries, expanding territories for Great Qin, and Great General Meng is a famous general with illustrious military achievements. His reputation is high in the Wolf Clan. For him to come, Old Ye, it seems you’re not far from promotion." Shangguan Jian teased on the side. With Meng Tian’s noble status, even though he often inspected the border frontlines, since he’s here at the Stone Peak Fortress, Han Hao naturally led the welcome party out of the city.

"Don’t talk nonsense. The Wolf Clan plotting with Ma Peng to seize the fortress must be the reason Great General Meng is worried and came."

Ma Peng’s affair was a wake-up call for Meng Tian. Who knows how many more people like Ma Peng there are in the Qin Army? If another ’Ma Peng’ hands the frontier to the Wolf Clan, wouldn’t the defense line of hundreds of thousands crumble without attack?

"They’re here, quiet down, everyone." Han Hao continuously urged. Meng Tian slowly approached the fortress with his personal guards, his general’s flag visible from afar.

"Dismount and greet."

As Meng Tian drew near, Han Hao immediately had the warriors dismount, personally stepping forward to greet.

"Deputy Han Hao, leading the fortress troops to await Great General Meng."

Last time Ye Shikai saw Meng Tian from afar, but the distance was too great, making it blurry. This time he could see clearly, Meng Tian was just ten steps away, as expected, dashing and formidable, awe-inspiring in presence.

"Alright, let’s go inside first." Meng Tian waved his horsewhip, leading his personal guard into the fortress.

"Everyone, return."

In the camp.

"The fortress is a harsh, cold place, without much luxury. Please forgive, Great General." Han Hao had the warriors prepare wine and meat delicacies, even bringing in cooks from Ji County. Though it couldn’t compare to Xianyang Palace, to the soldiers outside, it was already a feast of delicacies.

"Border is tough, no need for such a grand setup." Meng Tian waved his hand, "I’m not hungry now, let the soldiers have the wine and meat first."

"Yes."

"This..." Han Hao hadn’t expected Meng Tian to do this, but dared not complain, only had the soldiers cook more to serve when Meng Tian felt hungry.

"I heard this time it was a strategy from a young commander named Ye Shikai that slew the Wolf Clan warrior Helian, annihilating 4,000 enemy troops, is that so?" Meng Tian went straight to the point.

"Reporting to Great General, indeed." Han Hao elbowed Ye Shikai, signaling him to respond quickly.

"You look young, how long have you been enlisted?" Meng Tian carefully observed Ye Shikai. This young man seemed spirited with a rich killing aura in his eyes, though masked, Meng Tian, seasoned in battle, could immediately tell it was a bloodthirsty intent.

"Reporting to Great General Meng, just over a month."

"In such a short time, achieving such feats, your future is boundless." Meng Tian nodded, "Tell me how you came up with this strategy."

"Actually, it’s nothing special, just leveraging strengths while avoiding weaknesses. The Wolf Clan can gallop on the prairie relying on their warhorses, but once inside the city, they’re useless."