Entering the legion's station, there was a tall flagpole standing in front of us, with a scarlet flag flying on it.
There are patterns embroidered on the flag.
A scimitar and a sharp sword are intertwined with each other, working together to resist the blazing meteors in the sky.
"One sword and one sword to block the falling star." Guan Luping smiled and said: "Ren Ning, have you seen this star falling military flag before?"
Ren Ning shook his head, "Back to General, although I'm familiar with him, I've never seen him before."
His eyes fell on the flag.
The red background is the color of Xingluoren's blood.
And their Ren clan comes from Xingluo County.
In other words, it can be said that almost all the founding generals of Yunchui, including the imperial royal family, came from Xingluo County.
This small flag has been stained with the blood of their ancestors.
More than 600 years ago, the previous dynasty was corrupt and the people in the country were in dire straits. Powerful neighbors from all around were eyeing the country, and they came from time to time to burn, kill and plunder.
The founding majesty of the founding of the People's Republic of China rose up in Xingluo County. It was with this banner that "one sword and one sword can stop the falling stars" that he fought everywhere, finally unified the Central Plains, expelled powerful neighbors, and ascended to the throne of the emperor.
Over the past 600 years, the Yunchui Empire has not always been peaceful. Except for the neighboring countries that come over to take a bite from time to time, whenever the imperial power within the empire is transferred, there is usually turmoil.
There were even several times when the entire Yunzui was on the verge of collapse.
At each of these times, the banner of "One sword and one sword will stop the falling stars" will shine brightly again. Wherever it goes, it is almost never defeated, and it saves the empire from collapse time and time again.
For the Yunchui people, this flag is a centerpiece. For neighboring countries, this flag is a symbol of invincibility.
"Since you haven't seen it before, let's take a good look." Guan Luping patted Ren Ning's shoulder heavily.
"Yes, General!" Ren Ning responded.
Guan Luping nodded with satisfaction, summoned someone to lead the way for Ren Ning, and borrowed his telescope before turning around and leaving.
Ren Ning was thoughtful, then raised his head and glanced at the flag that was rustling fiercely in the cold wind.
Guan Luping specially waited at the gate of the legion station. In addition to welcoming him, he seemed to specially introduce the military flag to him.
After following the soldiers around, Ren Ning arrived at his future barracks.
The Starfall Legion's barracks are no different from the scout camp, but because there are much more soldiers than the scouts, the yard is smaller.
Standing in the stable and looking around, Ren Ning patted Zhui Feng's horse on the back with emotion, "I'm going to wrong you in such a small venue."
Gu Datou has not left yet.
He said something, "What's this?"
"Except for the scout camp, which has only a few rats, the other camps are all about the same size. Our horses can stay there, so chasing the wind will be no problem."
"That would be the best." Ren Ning smiled.
Gu Datou touched his bald head and talked enthusiastically about his experience.
"Generally, when the weather gets cold, war horses will reduce the amount of exercise. Zhui Feng is a good horse. If it is really too energetic, just take it to the racecourse and run a few laps."
Ren Ning nodded and accepted the instruction.
"It's better to just let you die." Gu Datou's face darkened a little.
"Xingluo is the most powerful legion in the empire. You don't have to worry about not having enough food for the horses. Unlike our Wujiang legion, whose status is neither high nor low, even the food for the horses is tight."
He sighed, "Hungry horses don't have to worry about the venue being too small. They won't be able to run anyway."
"Big Tou, are you talking nonsense again?" Ren Ning laughed.
"Food and grass are distributed uniformly to the fortress. General Huo Zheng, the general who defends the fortress, is famous for treating everyone equally. He will not treat everyone differently because of different legions."
"You're lying to a dog." Gu Datou snorted.
There wasn't much food and grass allocated each time, and his mount was almost losing its shape.
Gu Datou looked heartbroken and kept thinking about how to get more food and grass. He was good at charging into battle, but it was difficult for him to do something like this out of nothing.
"Old Ren," Gu Datou rubbed his hands hesitantly, "you are smart, please help me think of a way to earn some food. As long as I can save some food, I can do anything you ask me to do."
well!
Ren Ning sighed secretly.
It is only natural to defend the country's borders and be supported by the empire. Now they are forcing cavalrymen like Gu Datou to find ways to get their own food and grass. I don't know what is going on with the empire.
"I'm happy to help you, Datou." Ren Ning scratched his head, "But I don't have any good ideas."
"Normally, everyone can't get out of the fortress. Even if they can get out, it's freezing and withering outside, so it's hard to find food and grass. Unless you want to rob..."
Ahem!
He coughed twice and said no more.
"As for the activities in the fortress, Datou, you should know better than me."
"No need to leave the fortress." Gu Datou was a little embarrassed, "Old Ren, your archery skills are good, your riding skills are superb, and your martial arts skills are also good. How about we go to the martial arts competition to trick people?"
Ren Ning instantly understood what Gu Datou meant.
He was speechless for a moment, and finally asked silently, "Did you come up with this method?"
Gu Datou rubbed his forehead hehely.
"Of course it's not what I thought. But recently, some people have come to compete in the martial arts arena, and the rewards and punishments proposed are food and grass. You are so good, Lao Ren, we can go and eat the bad."
"A black man eats a black man?" Ren Ning wiped his sweat.
He answered so cheerfully just now, and with the pitiful look in Gu Datou's eyes, he couldn't say no to him.
"Okay." Ren Ning nodded, "You can eat what you can. If there is a big fish, come over and call me, and we will go and see it together."
"But there are people outside the world. If you can't eat it, don't blame me, Big Head."
After some planning, Gu Datou left happily.
In the following days, Ren Ning's life became extremely regular.
Get up in the morning to exercise and ride the Chasing Wind for a few laps. Then participate in offensive training with other cavalry of the Starfall Legion. After that, go to the defensive training of the Guards Regiment. Finally, it’s time to have dinner.
The daily training of the Starfall Legion is very strict. Ren Ning did not slack off or deliberately try to stand out, but followed the others to complete every training in a strict manner.
During this period, Gu Datou's gangster plan didn't go very well, and Ren Ning didn't have to play at all. The main reason was that most of the cavalry didn't have much horse food left in their hands, and they couldn't bet big if they wanted to.
The regular life lasted for more than two months, and only changed when the Chinese New Year was approaching.
It snowed heavily near the fortress.
The Starfall Legion will be transferred to defense next year, most likely to Tamaki County in the north.
Xingluo County is located in the south-central part of Yunchui. It is not too cold in winter, and even if it snows, it is sparse. Therefore, people in Xingluo are generally intolerant of congestion.
So the legion added two more trainings, namely horseback riding attack in the snow and cold resistance training for soldiers.
This made many men in Ren Ning miserable. They rolled naked in the snow every day and were so cold that their noses were bruised and their faces were swollen.
Despite this, everyone gritted their teeth and persevered. Unless they were in a coma due to frostbite, no one stepped into the firing line.
This is true even on New Year's Day.
Other legions were already celebrating the New Year, but Xingluo was still training as usual. There were even people who had just been lifted out of the snow, whose life or death was unknown.
Every time at this time, Ren Ning would subconsciously glance at the high-hanging red flag.
Perhaps this is why the Starfall Legion is invincible.
More than a month later, the weather began to get warmer, and Guan Luping, who had not been seen for a long time, sent someone to find Ren Ning.
"Your telescope is such a treasure. Now it is back to its original owner."
"Yes," he asked, "I was born in the Taishi Mansion and worked as a scout. Can you write?"
Ren Ning took back the telescope. Although he was a little confused, he still answered honestly, "Go back to the general, my subordinates are literate."
"That's good. With such a large army, it's really hard to find a few people who can read." Guan Luping motioned for Ren Ning to sit down.
"Here is the list of soldiers who died in battle," he pushed over a pile of files. "The New Year has passed, and it will soon be the Qingming Festival and Cold Food Festival. The fortress's quadrennial welcome to the hometown of the spirits is about to begin."
"There are some soldiers in the file who wish to return to their roots after death. Copy out their names, addresses, etc., so that I can arrange for manpower to collect the relics and bones."
Ren Ning understood and quickly agreed.
Guan Luping took off his helmet and gently placed it on the desk in front of him.
"Since you joined the legion, I have noticed your daily performance. You are diligent and meticulous in training, and you also know how to unite your comrades to respect and help each other. I am very satisfied with you."
"Besides, you are so clever and clever that even the construction battalion and military doctors highly praise you." He pointed to the pile of files, "If this is done, I will approve your leave application."
Ren Ning suddenly became energetic and said, "Promise to complete the task."