Just then, a dozen horses were galloping towards them from a distance.
When the Generals saw the familiar figures arriving, their discussions instantly ceased, and their faces showed respect.
The horses slowly stopped beneath the high platform.
The surrounding Generals bowed deeply and said loudly!
"We pay our respects to the Marquis!"
Liu Jin nodded, dismounted, and walked directly onto the high platform.
Looking at the more than ten thousand new recruits on the training ground, although they had undergone some simple training, their standing posture was indeed good; at least they weren't crooked.
He pondered in his heart. After the previous major battle, he only had over ten thousand men. Zhang Fei led three thousand soldiers to guard Dingxiang Commandery, and Zhang He led three thousand soldiers to garrison Yunzhong Commandery.
The remaining four thousand soldiers were all stationed in Yanmen Commandery, including one thousand cavalry commanded by Guan Yu and one thousand elite soldiers commanded by Gao Shun.
Adding the ten thousand new recruits before him, from now on, he would command twenty thousand soldiers and possess three commanderies. In the coming chaotic world, he already had some capital.
However, this strength was still insufficient to contend against the various warlords of the world. He had to continue developing and accumulating strength.
Liu Jin looked at Guan Yu beside him and immediately asked!
"Yun Chang, after selecting the horses captured last time, how many can be used as warhorses?"
Guan Yu, standing beside him, heard this and reported without any hesitation!
"Reporting to the Marquis, there are a total of over two thousand horses that can serve as warhorses."
"The remaining thousand-plus horses, some are injured, while others have been domesticated and are being used in the stables to breed horses."
Liu Jin nodded slightly, and his voice continued!
"If that's the case, then you should continue to select two thousand skilled riders from the army. Together with the previous thousand-plus cavalry, form a three-thousand-strong cavalry unit."
"Train them rigorously during this period and forge them into an elite force as soon as possible."
Guan Yu's face instantly lit up with a smile upon hearing this. He was about to withdraw but stopped when he saw Zhang Liao's expectant face.
He slowly leaned over and quietly asked!
"Big Brother, can Zhang Liao be transferred to serve as the Deputy General of the cavalry?"
Liu Jin heard this and couldn't help but look at Zhang Liao behind him. Seeing him scratch his head and display a simple, honest look, he chuckled!
"Alright."
Guan Yu and Zhang Liao immediately bowed deeply and said loudly!
"Thank you, Marquis!"
Liu Jin then looked at the other Generals, who were Wu Xing, Zhao Yun, Hao Zhao, Zhang Yang, Liu Wei, and others.
After a moment of thought, he loudly instructed these five men!
"As for the remaining troops, each of you five will command two thousand men. Train them rigorously in the military camp outside the city, and forge these ten thousand new recruits into an elite force as soon as possible."
Upon hearing this, the five men immediately stepped forward, bowed deeply, and said loudly!
"We respectfully obey the Marquis's order!"
Liu Jin nodded and then ordered everyone to go down and begin training their respective new recruits.
Soon, the entire military camp was filled with enthusiastic shouts.
Generals of all ranks were training rigorously, hoping to form an army as soon as possible.
After decentralizing the command of the troops, Liu Jin did not leave the military camp. Instead, he stayed there, eating and sleeping with the soldiers to foster their camaraderie.
At the very least, he wanted these soldiers to know who they were serving and who their true commander was.
In times of war, military power was paramount, so Liu Jin dared not neglect it. Inspecting the military camp, rallying the troops' morale, and comforting the soldiers were essential tasks.
Half a month later!
On the training ground of the military camp, Liu Jin, clad in armor and with a sharp blade at his waist, inspected the camp, surrounded by his personal guards.
He saw several soldiers ahead. Upon seeing Liu Jin and his entourage, they respectfully bowed and said hastily!
"Greetings, Marquis!"
Liu Jin nodded, and just as he was about to move, he paused. His gaze fell upon a young soldier among them, and he quickly walked over.
This sudden action made the surrounding soldiers feel a bit flustered.
Especially the young soldier, who looked left and right, his face filled with panic. Not knowing how he had offended Liu Jin, he immediately prepared to kneel and inquire.
Liu Jin reached out both hands and tidied the young soldier's chest, smoothing out his wrinkled clothes.
He patted the other's shoulder and said with a caring smile!
"Alright, go back to your training."
After saying this, Liu Jin left with his personal guards and continued to inspect the military camp.
The soldiers standing there were slightly stunned. They exchanged glances, all showing expressions of disbelief.
Especially the dazed young soldier, upon seeing his tidy clothes, tears welled up in his eyes.
A feeling of gratitude arose in his heart. He never expected the Marquis to be so kind to them, even personally helping him straighten his clothes. How could he have imagined such a thing normally?
After all, the other party was the high and mighty Marquis, while he was just a poor fellow who had joined the army because he couldn't afford to eat.
Normally, when he saw a county magistrate, he had to be respectful and polite, fearing offense. He never would have thought that Liu Jin would help him tidy his clothes.
As Liu Jin showed warmth and concern in the military camp, looking after the soldiers.
The soldiers in the camp were instantly filled with emotion and gratitude, willing to shed their blood for Liu Jin, even dying on the battlefield would be worth it.
The next morning!
On the official road outside Yanmen Commandery city, several carriages, surrounded by over a hundred people, slowly approached.
The common people on both sides of the road quickly made way, their eyes filled with respect.
Because these people came from the imperial court, and they were Eunuchs representing the Emperor to deliver an imperial decree. Which common person would dare to provoke them?
Especially in today's world, Eunuchs were trusted confidants of the Emperor, even considered the Emperor's 'fathers' and 'mothers'.
Not to mention ordinary people, even officials from various regions dared not provoke them. Wherever they went to a commandery or county, local officials had to present valuable gifts.
If anyone failed to do so and was targeted by these Eunuchs, they would be lightly dismissed from office or heavily imprisoned.
In the military camp outside the city, Liu Jin was lying in a comfortable armchair he had made, squinting his eyes, leisurely basking in the sun, looking completely relaxed and at ease.
On the training ground, various units of soldiers were undergoing rigorous training under the leadership of their Generals.
After half a month, this army was gradually getting on track, slowly moving beyond the category of new recruits.
With continued training, they should be able to form an army quickly, and only after experiencing bloodshed on the battlefield would they slowly transform into an elite force.
Just then, Zhao Teng, surrounded by several personal guards, quickly approached.
Seeing Liu Jin sleeping with his eyes closed, he hesitated for a moment but still lowered his head and whispered!
"Big Brother, the Eunuch delivering the imperial decree from the court has arrived."
Liu Jin heard this, instantly opened his eyes, a bright glint appearing.
He stood up from the armchair and stretched.
Looking at Zhao Teng beside him, he hesitated for a moment but still said!
"Send someone to prepare some gold, silver, and jewels to give to these Eunuchs delivering the decree."