Chapter 68: Who's Skinny Dipping? (Vote Requested!)

  Looking at her pale face and listening to her miserable words, Fei Yun felt a pang of sorrow in his heart.

  "Scarlet tears, I..."

  "Never mind, let bygones be bygones." Huajing said, and mechanically picked up her wine cup, draining it in one gulp.

  Shuǐ Líng ér also seemed to have noticed the abnormality between the two, and inquired with a gaze at Liú Yún. Liú Yún simply shook his head helplessly.

  "In my opinion, the way to govern an army is through the bravery of its generals, the morale of its soldiers, superior command and good logistics. If I were given a military..."

  "I think that at present the Empire is not lacking in military strength or training, but rather in the concentration of its forces, as it is threatened on three sides..."

  "I led troops in the army and often told soldiers to be loyal to the imperial court, so that they would establish the courage to die in their hearts..."

  ……

  The hall was once again filled with heated discussions, as everyone was eager to show off their military prowess in front of the prince. Some spoke grandly, some talked about difficulties, and some flattered shamelessly, causing Shiyan to feel drowsy wave after wave.

  "Nalan Gongzi, you've been in the army for some time now, why don't you share your thoughts?" Naya smiled as she looked at Nalan and spoke up.

  Encouraged by the princess, Nalan did not decline and began to make his own speech.

  "I followed the princess for some time in the First Legion of the Empire, and based on what I saw and heard, I'll give you my personal opinion." Nalan spoke up, drawing a closer relationship between himself and the princess.

  "A military force, to exert its greatest combat effectiveness, depends on three factors. Firstly, the ability of the commander-in-chief, which includes the commander's martial arts skills, strategic thinking and command level; secondly, the role of the staff, which is a beneficial supplement to the commander's ability; thirdly, the training level, equipment situation and whether soldiers have experienced war. Currently, the imperial army has commanders with varying levels of ability, while the staff cannot fully exert their functions, with many becoming mere messengers for the commanders. The training level and equipment situation of soldiers also vary greatly between different units. After years of peace, veteran soldiers in the military are extremely scarce. Therefore, I personally believe that it is necessary to conduct some experiments to explore a new path."

  Nalan's words indeed hit the weak point of the imperial army. Shiyin and the princess both nodded slightly, indicating for him to continue speaking.

  "I thought that it would be possible to select some troops from the Imperial Army, carry out appropriate reforms and create a batch of elite forces, accumulating some experience. If the method is feasible, it can be gradually promoted in the Imperial Army."

  "Will it arrive in time, though?" Shi Yan asked.

  Nalan smiled confidently: "Your Highness doesn't have to worry, the method I've thought of should be able to show results in a few months."

  "Liúyún Gōngzǐ, what do you think?" Shì Yán looked at Liúyún and asked loudly.

  "Alright, alright." Liuyun Muziran nodded slightly.

  "What did you ask him? Look at him, he's lost his soul for a woman, what a useless man!" Naya thought to herself, looking at her brother in confusion.

  "In that case, I'll propose to the Emperor that we select a few regiments from the Imperial Army for experimentation. Nalan, Hughes, Willy, and Liuyun, each lead a regiment and come up with their own set of plans for training, how about it?" Shiyan said finally.

  "I agree with Your Highness's opinion, having one more plan will allow us to gain some experience." Nalan felt a bit depressed in his heart, he had thought that he would be the natural choice, but unexpectedly also made clothes for others. However, he still very graciously agreed with the prince's opinion and was full of confidence in himself.

  "I agree with your opinion, brother, but Flowing Cloud doesn't have any experience leading troops, so it's not necessary for him to participate, right?" Naya glanced at Flowing Cloud and smiled.

  Liu Yun had been harboring a bellyful of fire in his heart all along, and upon hearing this, he was just about to erupt when suddenly a clear and crisp voice rang out.

  "I think what the princess said is a bit unreasonable. Without trying, how do you know that Liú Yún won't work out? I firmly believe that he will be the greatest military man on this continent!"

  Huā jiàng lèi cóng xí jiān zhàn qǐ, áng shǒu yíng zhe gōng zhǔ de mù guāng, píng jìng de shuō dào.

  Translation:

  Hua raised her eyes from the seat and stood up, looking straight at the princess's gaze, saying calmly.

  "Do you really think so?" Liú Yún stood up and asked softly, looking at the beautiful woman in front of him.

  "I have always believed in you, and I will in the future too." Hana smiled through her tears, which were already welling up on her face.

  "I also believe you." Shuiling'er said beside Liuyun, and looked at Huajie with a complex expression.

  "Very well, as you wish." Liú Yún Cháo Huā Qīng Lèi nodded and then turned to Shì Yán: "Your Highness, I accept your proposal."

  "Alright, then it's settled." Shi Yan said happily.

  "After half a day of hard work, you've finally fallen into the trap. However, what exactly did my sister say? The situation between him and Huajing seems to be somewhat unfavorable!" thought Shiyan.

  "Brother, I want to participate too." Hua's tearful expression made Naya feel very uncomfortable, so she said with a stuffy nose.

  "Welcome Princess to join us too. I have a better suggestion." Suddenly said Liu Yun.

  "Oh? Tell me about it." Shi Yan asked curiously.

  "I suggest that three months later, the trial training troops conduct a real combat exercise."

  As soon as Liuyun finished speaking, the hall was in an uproar. Most people thought he was overestimating himself.

  "That's a great idea, just don't get knocked out," Hughes jeered.

  "That's good too, whoever has more talent will have the upper hand." Nalan thought to herself and nodded in agreement.

  "Agreed." The young man named Willie, who had been pointed at by Shi Yan, stood up and simply said two words before sitting back down without saying another word.

  "Liúyún gōngzǐ xìnxīn mǎnmǎn ā!" Nàyǎ yǎnshén fùzá de kàn zhe Liúyún, "Nà hǎo, wǒ yě tóngyì nǐ de jiànyì!"

  Translation:

  "Liuyun is full of confidence!" Naya looked at Liuyun with a complex gaze, "Alright, I agree with your suggestion too!"

  "Hehe." Liuyun smiled and said.

  Then, Huajing left early due to physical discomfort. Liuyun also lost his appetite. Shuiling'er seemed to sense that he was in a bad mood and stopped talking, bowing her head in deep thought.

  "Sir, may I have a word with you?"

  When leaving, Willie suddenly walked to Liuyun's side and said in a low voice.

  "Who are you?" Liú Yún raised his head and looked at the person who had hailed him. A young man with a very ordinary appearance, making people feel quite unimpressive.

  "Willy, who was also one of those selected this time," Willy replied.

  "What's wrong?" Liuyun didn't underestimate him just because of his ordinary appearance. Someone chosen by the prince wouldn't be bad in any way. He knew even better that sometimes, people who look more ordinary are more likely to give others a sudden blow.

  "What happened at the banquet, I've seen it all. If you need help, tell me." Willie said simply.

  "Why help me?" Willie's words made Liu Yun somewhat surprised.

  "It's all right," said Willy, and with that he turned around and left, leaving behind a misty and cloudy Flowing Cloud.

  Three days later, George IX summoned Liuyun, Nalan, Hughes, and Willie. George proposed that the five of them could choose a regiment in the army to serve in. The princess naturally chose the Second Regiment under the First Brigade of the First Division of the First Army, leaving the First Regiment for Nalan. Willie chose the First Regiment of the Second Brigade of the First Division of the First Army, while Hughes chose the First Regiment of the First Brigade of the Second Division of the Second Army.

  "I want the 3rd Battalion of the 3rd Regiment of the 5th Legion."

  Upon hearing Liu Yun's words, the other four people simultaneously froze, and then Xiūsī exaggeratedly laughed.

  "You're also suitable for that team!"

  "Think clearly!" Willie said.

  "Inconceivable!" Nalan thought to himself.

  "What's going on? Didn't Old Man say this band was awesome? Oh no, could it be a huge trap!" Liú Yún had a bad premonition in her heart.

  "Flowing Cloud Young Master, war is not a child's play!" Naya sneered.

  Looking at her expression, a nameless fire is burning in my heart.

  "Thanks for the reminder, Princess! However, it's only when the tide goes out that we'll know who's swimming naked, right?"

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