Endless Winter: My Camp Upgrades Infinitely

Chapter 1105: Chapter 382: Fate and Timing, Troop Deployment at Ba Shang, Fame Across Nine Towns, Shocking Awe (Part 4)

Yuwen Dao heard the voice and his body suddenly trembled. He quickly cupped his hands and said, “It was my negligence as a subordinate. Rest assured, Lord, upon returning to Xia City, I will immediately have the Military Department issue new regulations. From now on, before the start of each major battle, the reason for the battle must be explained clearly to every participating soldier.”

Let the soldiers know why they are fighting!

Just this simple sentence is extremely important. At this moment, Yuwen Dao felt a sudden enlightenment flood his mind, and his gaze at Xia Hong was filled with admiration.

He has been in charge of the Military Department for several years now. Why hadn’t he thought of this sentence?

Seeing Yuwen Dao’s expression, Xia Hong knew he understood. He nodded and continued, “Straighten out your affairs, the Dragon Martial Army needs to be relocated.”

With the war in Muyin over, agreements have been reached with Jinshan Wuchuan and Muyin, and there is naturally no need for the Dragon Martial Army to continue staying here.

“Relocate?”

However, Yuwen Dao keenly heard something unsaid in Xia Hong’s words and immediately asked curiously, “Lord, is the Dragon Martial Army not returning to Xia City?”

“Both Bashang City and Jiuchu Camp have already come under Great Xia. I’ve decided to station the Dragon Martial Army specifically in Bashang. Additionally, the supporting eight divisions are currently being established. Due to Bashang City’s special status, this time there won’t be a Defender, and it will be directly managed by Xu Ning, the Deputy Director of the Supervision Department. Then, you can sit in Bashang together with him!”

Xu Ning has returned to normal and has been promoted to Deputy Director of the Supervision Department.

Yuwen Dao immediately grasped the situation and solemnly cupped his hands to promise, “I will definitely join hands with Vice Director Xu to guard Bashang well for the lord!”

Xia Hong nodded, suddenly recalling the little girl from earlier. He turned and smiled at Yuwen Dao, asking, “You haven’t answered my earlier question yet?”

Seeing the smile on Xia Hong’s face, Yuwen Dao naturally knew what he was referring to and said with a hint of helplessness, “So many people from the Nine Towns have asked for marriage, including descendants of Xianyang family. Murong Chui is likely viewing this granddaughter as a seed of Xianyang and would probably not agree to marry Murong Yan off to Great Xia. Refusing her now saves trouble in the future.”

Yuwen Dao does see things clearly. Thinking of the girl’s aptitude earlier, Xia Hong didn’t deny his speculation, instead, smiled and said, “Descendants from the Xianyang family won’t do, but what if someone of Xianyang Level personally comes to propose? Your aptitude is stronger than hers. Murong Chui sees her as a seed of Xianyang, but aren’t you a seed of Xianyang for Great Xia too? Muyin Town won’t last for many years, even if she breaks through to Xianyang Level, it won’t matter. I think this girl is great; even for Great Xia, you should seize the opportunity!”

When it comes to Muyin Town not lasting many years, Xia Hong has an arrogant expression and speaks with strong confidence.

This confidence quickly infected Yuwen Dao.

Indeed! Descendants of the Xianyang family won’t do. If someone at Xianyang Level personally came to propose, would Murong Chui dare refuse? Would he refuse?

His body trembled slightly, and his expression gradually became confident. He looked up at Xia Hong, showing a hint of gratitude and said, “I understand, Lord!”

“It’s good that you understand. I’ve already informed Lord Cao Qianyang of Yangqu and Lord Long Mingyuan of Dragon Valley. You take the Dragon Martial Army south through Yangqu Town, then through Dragon Valley Town to Jiangxia. Once you arrive in Jiangxia, you will know the way. Hurry and settle in Bashang City; I will return to Xia City first.”

Last night, after the Hongmen Banquet ended, Xia Hong directly followed Murong Chui to Muyin City, studied the Twelve Blood Scripture Skills, and gained some small insights. Now that he has notified Yuwen Dao to lead the Dragon Martial Army south, he has nothing else left and naturally needs to return to Xia City first.

“Last night at Hongmen, the Eight Town Lords were quite frightened by me, especially the three in the north. I reckon they are currently probing for news about Great Xia everywhere. The Xing River North Bank should be bustling soon. There’s a chance they might even send spies to sneak into Xia City. That would be even more interesting!”

Xia Hong mused for a few moments, his face breaking into a smile.

The Level 5 Sect Spirit Stele has increased Great Xia’s safe zone to 50 kilometers. It should be noted that currently, the perimeter of Xia City is just 20 kilometers, meaning not only Xia City itself but also any external living entity within 30 kilometers beyond Xia City will be detected by the Stele.

The Eight Towns want to send spies to stealthily infiltrate Xia City, there is absolutely no chance.

In this aspect, Great Xia can exploit numerous strategies.

For instance, secretly allowing some spies to enter, occasionally leaking some true and false information, and having them relay it to the Eight Towns, whether to frighten, confuse, or entice – it will definitely have a substantial effect.

“Lord, since Great Xia has thoroughly emerged at the southern slope of Moao Mountain, then the continuation of trade with the Eight Towns…”

“It has already been discussed, every September and October, Great Xia and the other Eight Towns will simultaneously open trade channels. Hongguan… now renamed Hongmen, will be the trade port, and all rules will follow the ones used by the Nine Towns earlier.

In addition, Great Xia has signed long-term trade agreements with both Jiangxia and Muyin, mainly requiring the two towns to come to Hongmen for trading with us.”

Upon hearing this, Yuwen Dao’s complexion visibly brightened, and his face immediately showed a deep joy.

He is not unfamiliar with trade. He often likes to communicate with Qiu Peng, so he also understands Xia Hong’s thoughts on foreign trade. According to his observations during two months in Muyin Town, given Great Xia’s current productive capacity, opening trade with the Eight Towns would absolutely earn substantial profits.

“Alright, I will leave first. You take the army and move out after they have rested.”

“Subordinate follows orders, farewell Lord!”