Chapter 52

The new instrument and the new performance style caused a storm-like effect in the empire. People's reactions shifted rapidly from initial surprise at seeing men perform to shock at the instrument, the drum, and then to a fondness for the new performance style.

"The rhythm is strong, stirring the heart, and spurring one forward!" This was everyone's impression of the drum.

As the drum gradually gained more popularity and acceptance, naturally, people began to inquire about its inventor.

Thus, the name Jiang Xingchen was brought to light.

At sixteen, unable to cultivate, he had made the leap from a commoner to a third-class baron in just twenty days... Everyone's eyes sparkled; this was not just a person, but a legend.

"This kid must have a background; otherwise, he couldn't have advanced so quickly. Does he think this is the early days of the empire?"

"Remember, you must strive to be like Jiang Xingchen in the future. Although our family's resources are limited, we can still retain our noble title!"

"In just twenty days, how much has he contributed to the empire and the great lord... And he's only sixteen, a genius, an absolute genius!"

"Sixteen! He was still a commoner before, he must not have been engaged yet. We need to quickly find a way to contact the Duke of Dingbei..."

All kinds of rumors and discussions spread. Some were envious, some were jealous, some didn't believe it, and some were eyeing a marriage alliance. There were all kinds of people.

However, more people were still focused on the New Year's performance, eager to see what kind of person Jiang Xingchen was.

At this time, many people also realized that the path of life was not limited to cultivation alone...

Just as the new instrument, the drum, swept through the capital, another piece of news shook the entire empire.

"The Seventh Legion has erupted into a major battle with the Dongxuan Dynasty. The soldiers' morale is high, and they have advanced like a storm, causing the Dongxuan Dynasty to retreat two hundred miles!"

Like a massive bomb exploding, this news overshadowed all the previous talk about the performance and Jiang Xingchen.

The empire had been established for over two hundred years, and in its battles with the eight kingdoms of the Xuan Yuan Tianzong, it had mostly suffered defeats, always being on the defensive. Such a major victory was rare in the history of the empire.

People ran around spreading the news, celebrating with joy. Whether noble or commoner, everyone hoped for the prosperity of their country.

In the imperial military department, the white-haired marshal was beaming, repeatedly reading the swift eagle message from Wu Tianfeng.

"The sound of the military drum boosts the soldiers' morale, making them passionate and determined. As Jiang Xingchen said before making the drum, 'One drumbeat can make the momentum as fierce as a tiger...' Our soldiers, due to the new healing method, recover in just seven days, requiring very little support from the rear... Three charges in three days, the enemy retreated two hundred miles..."

"Slam!" The marshal slammed the letter onto the table and exclaimed, "Good kid! These two contributions have not disappointed, and it was worth all the effort to promote you... Wu Tianfeng has also done well, this battle was beautifully fought. Another hundred miles forward, and we can capture the Pingjun City of the Dongxuan Kingdom, driving a stake into the enemy's body!"

The officers below looked at the letter with eyes full of fire. "This is a tremendous military achievement, such a great victory has happened only a few times in the entire history of the empire!"

"Wu Tianfeng is so lucky! To have such assistance, if I had the method to boost soldiers' morale and the new healing technique, I would have done even better!"

Almost everyone felt envious and jealous. Such an achievement made everyone a bit envious.

"Marshal! With this great victory, should we mobilize other legions to support immediately, as the letter suggests, to capture Pingjun City in one go?" an officer below asked loudly.

The marshal sighed and shook his head. "This can only rely on the Seventh Legion itself. In this battle with the Dongxuan Dynasty, the other seven kingdoms have also moved, and the other legions cannot be moved!"

"Marshal, since the military drum and the healing method are so effective, why not launch a joint attack... We can lure the enemy to attack first, then..."

"No!" The marshal waved his hand to cut off the suggestion. "We don't have enough food! Once the army moves, the supplies won't keep up!"

"Ah!" Everyone sighed. Food, weapons, clothing, medicine, and transportation have always been the empire's weak points, so it has been on the defensive for years! Although the Seventh Legion has won a great victory, they can only rely on themselves!

At this moment, the middle-aged man who had suggested giving Jiang Xingchen credit stood up and said thoughtfully, "Marshal, with the outbreak of the battle, our military secrets will definitely leak. Jiang Xingchen needs to be careful..."

The marshal smiled and waved his hand. "Don't worry! Chuxue has already thought of it, and this time, she has personally asked the old man to protect him!"

"The old man!" Everyone was stunned, then their eyes twitched, thinking, "To bring out such a great deity, what is Tang Chuxue planning... But is the old man really going to protect him, or is he just going for the city of delicious food..."

Seeing the silence in the military department, the marshal could only smile helplessly. The old man's temperament, when it comes to food, is simply...

The news of the Seventh Legion's great victory continued to spread, affecting not only the capital but the entire empire. The businesses in the major territories were booming, with countless nobles and rich people raising their glasses in celebration, and even the lowest commoners bought two white flour buns for their children.

The commanders of the other legions were envious of Wu Tianfeng, although they had known that his area would be the first to erupt into battle. But seeing him use the military drum and the new healing method first and achieve a great victory, they couldn't help but feel jealous.

In the First Legion, Tang Chuxue's long, fair fingers tapped the table, her expression somewhat helpless. With the Seventh Legion's major battle, the empire's resources would first be tilted towards him, and her side lacked food and fodder, making it impossible to launch an attack!

"Who would have thought that Jiang Xingchen's two contributions would be so effective!" She couldn't help but feel envious of such a rare great victory in the empire's history!

"Unfortunately, Wu Tianfeng got lucky..." After sighing, Tang Chuxue smiled. "But it doesn't matter, Jiang Xingchen must have more to offer. I'll contact him more often and try to get more out of him!"

"Commander!" A soldier entered the tent and reported, "We have bought a beast, a fourth-level venomous marten!"

"Fourth level! So high!" Tang Chuxue's eyes lit up.

She then waved her hand. "Send it to the Seventh Legion's branch in Hongyuan City immediately and give it to the old man! The faster, the better!"

"Yes!" The soldier bowed slightly and prepared to leave.

"Wait, send a message to the other six commanders. Buying the drum is everyone's business, I can't pay for it alone!"

After the soldier left, Tang Chuxue muttered, "That old guy, once he gets to Jiang Xingchen, he'll probably go straight for the food..."

At the same time, Wei Ning of the Sixth Legion looked frustrated. "Such a good opportunity, how did Wu Tianfeng get it! I have the military drum and the healing method too! And Qiyue is a grain-producing area, so I don't lack food..."

As he spoke, Wei Ning looked into the distance, where the enemy was fifty miles away.

"Cowards! Everyone else is eager to attack, but you guys are hiding in the city!" He sighed, helpless. There was no way; the enemy was on strict defense, and a strong attack would result in heavy losses!

At the Black Mountain Fort, Chen Xuangan stood on the city wall, looking at the Seventh Legion. Although he envied Wu Tianfeng, he valued Jiang Xingchen even more. Two contributions brought such a great victory, and the commanders of the legions all knew that this kid was a genius and would surely come up with more in the future.

"It seems I need to contact the Duke of Dingbei more often..."

Not only he, but the commanders of the Second, Fourth, and Fifth Legions felt the same way.

At this moment, Wu Tianfeng of the Seventh Legion was beaming. Just another hundred miles forward, and they could capture Pingjun City. The enemy's defeated troops couldn't hold it! Such a great achievement...

Thinking of this, he couldn't help but turn his head and look towards Hongyuan City. "Jiang Xingchen is truly a great talent, I need to get closer to the Duke of Dingbei!"

At this moment, in Hongyuan City, the Duke of Dingbei sat at home, drinking a small cup of wine and humming a tune, "A man must be strong."

"This kid is truly my blessing! First, he was promoted to a second-class duke, and now the Seventh Legion has won a great victory! Emperor Qiankun will probably value him even more... I guess the seven legions will come to me for help... and the nobles in the capital will also have their eyes on him..."

Thinking of this, the Duke of Dingbei drained his cup and muttered, "I need to find some experts! After this battle, the Xuan Yuan Tianzong will definitely investigate Jiang Xingchen... This kid will have to return to that remote village!"

Thinking of this, the Duke of Dingbei's good mood vanished. If anything happened to Jiang Xingchen, the loss would be too great. And his daughter wouldn't be able to forgive him; she had just taken a step towards her dream...

While the entire empire was celebrating the Seventh Legion's great victory, Jiang Xingchen was completely unaware. He had heard the news but didn't pay much attention; war was something far from him.

After buying the items today, Jiang Xingchen led Mei'er home, still thinking about finding a doctor. For five or six days, he hadn't found a suitable candidate. The doctors in Hongyuan City, upon hearing that Zhao Zixiang couldn't cure it, were too afraid to take on the case.

If something happened to Jiang Xingchen, the Duke of Dingbei would skin him alive. He needed to live to enjoy his success!

"If it doesn't work, I'll have to go to other major territories to find someone!" This thought crossed his mind as he reached his front door.

Just as he was about to open the door, a carriage came racing from a distance, stopping right in front of him.

The horse neighed, and the carriage stopped. Zhao Danqing jumped off and shouted urgently, "Brother Jiang, get ready to save someone!"

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