After saying goodbye to the master, Li Qi returned to the camp and first asked a few generals who had stayed behind about the recent training and what areas needed improvement. Then he carefully looked at the assessment lists of each battalion in recent days and selected
A group of general officers were selected as the first batch of students at the military academy. Most of these students were at the team leader level. As for the soldiers, most of them were illiterate. If they were sent to the academy, they would probably have no effect.
After that, a few people discussed the rewards. These rewards were all given by Li Qi personally. They were for the soldiers who trained hard in daily life. They didn't have half a dime from the court, and Li Qi didn't hide them.
On this point, it is straightforward to say that the money is from one's own pocket, and to win people's hearts is based on reality, rather than rhetoric and implicit expressions.
After everything was discussed, it was already noon. Li Qi asked Ma Qiao to take the food to Zhongshi Road for lunch together. He had no choice but to show up in the camp, so he had to grieve the famous old general in the pavilion.
Dined.
Lunch is very simple, a bowl of porridge, a few large steamed buns, and a bowl of fermented bean curd.
Master Zhong took a look inside the bowl and saw that the fermented bean curd inside was half white and half red. He asked curiously: "Is this fermented bean curd?"
Fermented bean curd has been around for a long time, but it is not as exquisite and attractive as the one made by Li Qi.
Li Qi smiled and said: "The father-in-law is right. I made this fermented bean curd earlier. The red one has a spicy flavor with added Sichuan peppercorns, and the white one is salty. I like to use this fermented bean curd on steamed buns.
When eaten, the steamed buns are bland and tasteless, while the fermented bean curd has the function of appetizing. The combination of the two can be regarded as a delicacy."
Master Zhongdao smiled and said, "I've eaten this way before, but it's not as exaggerated as you said."
Li Qi shook his head and said: "I never boast when it comes to cooking. Please try it first, sir, and keep it. It will be much more delicious than what you have eaten before."
What he said is absolutely true. Ever since he brought this fermented bean curd to the military camp, it has become very popular. The soldiers can't live without this fermented fermented bean curd. Whenever they eat, there must be a piece of fermented bean curd on the side.
Fermented fermented bean curd, now you can eat it with peace of mind.
Zhong Shidao and Zhao Jingyan couldn't help but look at each other when they saw his vow.
Li Qi didn't explain any more, picked up a big steamed bun, used a pair of chopsticks to pick up a little red bean curd and smeared it on the big steamed bun, then took a big bite. He took another sip of the porridge. In one word, it was so refreshing!
Zhong Shidao and Zhao Jingyan also followed suit.
Zhao Jingyan still swallowed the steamed buns in her mouth, and said in surprise: "This fermented bean curd is really different and delicious."
Zhong Shidao also tasted it, nodded and said: "Yes, yes, this fermented bean curd is soft and delicate, with a mellow taste. It is delicious and fragrant. It is indeed delicious when eaten with this steamed bun. But Li Qi, you fermented bean curd
Why is it different from what others do?"
Li Qi smiled and said: "Actually, a truly perfect fermented bean curd is not that easy to make. From the selection of fermented fermented materials to the proportions of the formula, it is very strict. Nowadays, the preparation of fermented fermented bean curd is too casual and cannot be displayed at all.
It brings out the flavor of bean curd, and I also added a very special ingredient, which is a high concentration of fermented bean curd that is unparalleled in the world. The fermented bean curd made with this kind of wine is naturally unique."
"It turns out that there are so many secrets hidden in a small piece of fermented bean curd. I have learned a lot." Master Zhong said as he used chopsticks to pick up a little more fermented bean curd and spread it on it.
Ma Qiao, who was on the side, rolled his eyes and said: "Brother, you don't know, using fermented bean curd to make steamed buns is nothing, but using this good thing to mix with wine is really delicious. I do that all the time."
Master Zhong shook his head and said seriously: "Brother Ma, let's not mention this. Now is the occasion of the exercise, how can we drink."
Li Qi glanced at Ma Qiao, smiled, and said, "Don't blame me sir, this guy is famous for his love of drinking."
Seeing that the plot failed to succeed, Ma Qiao couldn't help but feel a little embarrassed.
Zhao Jingyan smiled faintly and said to Li Qi: "Li Qi, do you sell this kind of fermented bean curd in Zuixianju?" From her expression, it was easy to see that she loved this fermented bean curd.
Li Qi shook his head and said: "Not yet. When I first made it, I originally wanted to get it from Zui Xianju to sell, but then I went to the guard horse and took office and found that the fermented bean curd has a greater effect on the soldiers than the guests.
So I brought the first batch of fermented bean curd to the barracks. If you like to eat it, I’ll just give you a few cans."
Zhao Jingyan was not polite and said with a smile: "Thank you very much."
After eating, a few people sat together and chatted about some things about the military academy. Li Qi didn't know much about military matters, but he knew how to better educate the generals and provide them with
More complete equipment.
Just as the four of them were chatting enthusiastically, a shout came from far away, "Where is the deputy commander?"
Li Qi turned around to look, his face tightened, and he said, "Why are they?"
Zhong Shidao looked at two big men in new military uniforms running towards this side. They seemed to be arguing about something, and asked: "Who are they?"
Li Qi was slightly startled and said: "He and the others are the leaders of both sides in this confrontation."
These two people are Niu Gao from the Wuqi Camp and Wang Gui from the Xiaoyong Camp.
Zhongshi Dao, Zhao Jingyan was all shocked.
Zhong Shidao asked in surprise: "Is the exercise over?"
Li Qi was also confused now and said: "I don't know either." As he said that, he glanced at the sky unconsciously, with a slightly confused look on his face.
Zhao Jingyan said: "Do we need to avoid it?"
"That's no need. They probably don't know General Zhong." Li Qi shook his head.
After a while, Wang and Niu came to Li Qi.
Wang Gui stood outside the pavilion and shouted: "Deputy Commander, Deputy Commander, this is it."
Li Qi frowned and hummed.
The two of them were startled, and then they immediately saluted and said: "I have a humble position as a noble king (Niu Gao), please see me as the deputy commander-in-chief."
Li Qi nodded, stood up and came to them, asking: "What? Is the acting over? Why don't I know?"
Niu Gao said hehe: "The deputy commander is really clever. The exercise has ended long ago, and our black side has won."
Wang Gui said anxiously: "Deputy Commander, you must not listen to this guy. This guy is so shameless and breaks the rules. Deputy Commander, you should sentence them to lose."
Niu Gao retorted: "Wang Gui, why did I break the rules?"
Li Qi was confused when he heard this. He said in a deep voice: "Are you two scolding shrews?"
Seeing Li Qi's displeased expression, the two of them quickly clasped their fists and said, "I don't dare to do this because of my humble position."
Li Qidao: "Wang Gui, tell me, what is going on?"
Wang Gui seemed to feel aggrieved and held his breath. As soon as Li Qi finished speaking, he hurriedly told Li Qi the whole story.
It turned out that after Niu Gao entered the mountains, he sent some people to replace the black cuffs with red ones. Li Qi had already made it clear to both parties that the soldiers wearing red cuffs were impartial personnel and were recording the entire exercise.
The third party can be said to be Li Qi’s eyes.
Niu Gao ordered these puppet soldiers to enter White's hinterland to find out what was true, and then cleared out the sentries outside. At dawn, when Niu Gao invaded the camp, Wang Gui and others were still sleeping, and this man had just woken up.
When he came, he saw that Niu Gao had already put a big knife on his neck.
This made him very unconvinced. He thought that Niu Gao was opportunistic and could not win with force. However, Niu Gao believed that he was not wrong because Li Qi just said at that time that the black and white sides did not need to worry about the red side, but he did not elaborate.
Nothing was said about not allowing both sides to use them to attack.
The two couldn't argue, so they went down the mountain to find Li Qi for comment.
No wonder it ended so quickly, this is what happened. Li Qi felt dumbfounded in his heart. Master Zhongdao behind him suddenly laughed and said: "What a good plan. A wise soldier never tires of deceit. I thought it was your deputy commander who stipulated it, so you can do it too."
If you do this, the enemy will not tell you any rules on the battlefield."
Niu Gao grinned and said: "This old man is right. War is not a competition between two people. Just win. As for how you win, who the hell cares."
Wang Gui became anxious and said hurriedly: "Niugao, this is not a war, but a drill. If it were really a war, how could my soldiers let you in so easily?"
Niu Gao was about to refute, but Li Qi suddenly shouted: "That's enough."
The two quickly silenced themselves and stopped talking.
Li Qidao: "Let me ask you, where are your soldiers?"
"this."
Both of them are at a loss.
Niu Gao said anxiously: "Deputy Commander, you can't blame me for this. This guy insisted on dragging me to come to you for comment."
"I'm asking you, your soldiers, don't talk to me about anything else."
Niu Gao said sarcastically: "It's still in the mountain."
Li Qi nodded and said: "Very good, very good. You two are really good. I haven't finished this exercise yet. You two abandoned your soldiers and came to my place to fool around. Okay. Since you ignore yourself
I'm a soldier, so I'll let you have a taste of what it's like to be a soldier. Let's do this. On New Year's Day, you two will guard the gate for me for a day."
"Deputy Commander."
"Two days of guarding."
"I humble my duty and obey my orders."
"Go and bring your soldiers back immediately."
"yes."
The two looked at each other, the anger in their eyes surged, they snorted at the same time, and then left.
After the two left, Zhong Shidao laughed and said: "Li Qi, you really have a good way of running the army. I don't think it has anything to do with whether you are a popular person in front of the emperor."
Li Qi smiled and said: "General Zhong deserves a commendation. Obeying orders is what they should do. It would be the same for anyone else."
Zhong Shidao nodded in appreciation and said: "The man named Niu just now is a talent. I like him very much. You have to let him go to the academy."
Needless to say, my idol's subordinates can be inferior. Li Qi smiled and said: "Definitely, definitely." After a pause, he said again: "Brother, Miss Zhao, I'm sorry, I have to go back to the camp.
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Zhao Jingyan asked with a smile: "I would like to ask again, who do you think will win?"
Li Qi shrugged and said: "I said, the result is not important to me. As for who wins, it depends on your mood. I'll say goodbye." After that, he took Ma Qiao and left.
"depend on mood?"
Zhao Jingyan and Zhongshi Dao looked at each other, both smiling bitterly and saying nothing.
The first to come back were the one hundred impartial officers. They were not under the control of both sides. As long as the battle was over, they could come back. Li Qi asked several team leaders. The process was the same as what Wang Gui said, only more detailed.
Some, but their tone was slightly biased towards Wang Gui. After all, Niu Gao's tactics made them feel that they were being used.
After the inquiry was completed, the soldiers who participated in the drill also came back and formed a neat queue outside the camp, but both sides looked dissatisfied with each other.
Li Qi made a military salute and said loudly: "I already understand the process of the drill. Although Black's tactics are suspected of being tricky, they are not foul. Since this is a drill, there must be rules. Since there are
If there are loopholes in the rules, being able to grasp these loopholes keenly is also a way to win. As for White, I remember before the exercise, I said that this exercise is to test your reconnaissance and counter-reconnaissance capabilities. If
You have made sufficient preparations. I believe that Black's tactics will be difficult to succeed. I know that you are dissatisfied, which is right, but you cannot use this as an excuse. For a man, especially a soldier, making excuses is definitely not a reflection.
Method. If you lose, review your mistakes and try to win back next time. This is what a soldier should do, do you understand?"
Everyone shouted in unison: "Understood."
Li Qi hummed and said: "In view of your hard training these days, I guarantee that each of you can enjoy a five-day holiday during New Year's Day. In addition, Commander Niu and Commander Wang disobeyed military orders and left the army without authorization. For my sake
For everyone’s sake, we have decided to punish them by having to guard the gate for two days during New Year’s Day so that more people can get adequate rest. What do you think?”
Everyone looked at each other and said nothing.
Li Qi hummed and said, "What? Too little?"
Niu and Wang were afraid that Li Qi would add another date, so they quickly raised their hands and shouted: "The deputy commander is wise, the deputy commander is wise."
When their soldiers saw him, they also raised their hands and cheered.
Li Qi pressed his hand and said: "Okay, since everyone agrees, the matter is settled. As for the year-end rewards, I have already drawn up the specific list, which will be announced in the next two days. Those who have received the rewards will be
Keep working hard, if you don’t get it, you have to work harder.”
"yes."
"Okay. I officially declare that this exercise ends here, and Black wins."