Chapter 520 - Chapter 520: Don’t Just Think Bad
Chapter 520: Don’t Just Think Bad
Translator: Henyee Translations Editor: Henyee Translations
After a full morning of rest, Qin Silong received a confidential letter from Su Bin around noon. The second batch of 20 elite soldiers from the Dragon Phoenix Hall had arrived.
These were highly skilled fighters, primarily trained to safeguard important figures within the Dragon Phoenix Hall as secret guards. Occasionally, they undertook missions, including assassinations, to protect individuals unaffiliated with the Dragon Phoenix Hall. Of course, their services came at a cost.
However, since the Dragon Phoenix Hall suffered significant setbacks, they had refrained from taking on external missions.
Su Bin didn’t disclose his identity to Qin Silong, merely mentioning that he and his wife were acquainted with members of the Dragon Phoenix Hall. All dealings, including the acquisition of confidential information, were transactions settled with silver.
Out of consideration for the bigger picture, Qin Zhenzhen kept Fourth Brother Su Bin’s secret.
Yet, Qin Silong wasn’t oblivious. He had long suspected that Su Bin harbored a hidden agenda.
From the letter, Qin Silong also received uplifting news—his little sister was expecting.
He chuckled to himself; he was going to be an uncle!
However, he decided to keep the good news to himself, maintaining a certain distance. Despite being in the same military camp, they served in different units.
The camp was divided into four subordinates—north, south, east, and west—each under the command of a minor general. General Chen, the overall commander, oversaw these four generals, and the entire military camp fell under the jurisdiction of the old general.
Qin Silong hailed from the east, whereas Su Ping was stationed in the west as a centurion under Captain Yang.
Captain Yang, incidentally, served under Deputy General Lin.
News of the discord between Deputy General Lin and Qin Silong had permeated throughout the army. Deputy General Lin disapproved of Qin Silong’s delay tactics, leading to a heated altercation within the military tent. Deputy General Lin nearly succumbed to the intensity of Qin Silong’s presence, but it failed to deter Qin Silong’s course of action.
Qin Silong insisted that unless Deputy General Lin took charge in his stead, he wouldn’t heed his commands.
This issue sparked fervent discussions in private.
“I can’t fathom the higher-ups’ reasoning. Throughout history, an army can’t function with two leaders.’
“While Qin holds the title of commander-in-chief, his authority extends only to the thousand soldiers under him and those hastily recruited. Most of the military power still rests with Deputy General Lin.”
“The animosity between them is truly fatal.”
“Qin should be unwilling to accept this. Since he’s been promoted to a major general, he should be granted real authority, right?”
“But there’s still the need to have Deputy General Lin accompany him.”
“I empathize with Qin’s grievances, but these are distinct matters. War is war, and battle spirit is crucial. We can’t afford to delay opportunities over personal grudges.”
“It’s not feasible to handle it like a child.’
The majority of the men in the military camp were passionate about the matter, expressing disagreement with Qin Silong’s approach. Su Ping shared these sentiments.
Various acquaintances attempted to counsel Qin Silong, but his subordinates blocked all attempts, claiming, “The general is not available.”
Even those who knew about his familial ties with Qin Silong and sought to meet with him faced a similar response. Surprisingly, Su Ping remained composed and spoke in defense of Qin Silong.
“The fact that Qin ascended to the rank of major commander suggests he possesses something extraordinary. Maybe his approach to warfare is indeed the right one.”
“Rather than assuming the worst, let’s consider the possibility of the best outcome..”