Before Shen Xi was facing an important and thorny matter: Ge Sishu.
If Ge Sishu's matter is not handled properly, it could be very detrimental to the officials she appoints in the future.
After all, Ge Sishu was personally appointed by her, and although it was a temporary appointment, he was still exercising the power she had given him.
Shenxi asked Yunnan Ze, "What do you think of the things Ge Sishu has been handling these past few days?"
Yunnan Ze and Shen Xi have already discussed it. Tomorrow, he will accompany Qi Xiuwen to take over the cavalry. They will spend today here.
Coincidentally, the area of Zedai in Yunnan was under the jurisdiction of Ge Sishu.
Yunnan Ze said very sincerely, "Ge Sishu's approach is completely correct. The vast majority of officials in Lingtou Township have been bought off by Ge Liang, have received many benefits from Ge Liang, and have also done many heinous things. At this time, it is not appropriate to use overly mild methods."
These words were exactly what Shenxi meant. Most of the villagers who were willing to harm Ge Sishu for the sake of these officials had also received benefits from the officials, or at least from the village chief.
Those who act as accomplices to evil will also face punishment.
"However, Ge Sishu is now outnumbered and needs the leader's help."
"Of course, the people I appoint are doing the right thing, so I will naturally support them."
Then Chenxi gave Nan Ze a malicious smile: "Nan Ze, your power lies over there. Besides the cavalry, I believe you also have quite a few guards and infantry, right?"
Yunnan Ze choked: "Does the commander intend to recruit even my bodyguards?"
Shenxi shook his head: "Your guards are your guards, but we need to borrow those infantrymen."
Yunnan Ze breathed a sigh of relief. The cavalry was his way of showing his sincerity in serving, and he would also give Chenxi infantry. It was just that he was really reluctant to give up the guards.
"Alright, there are also two hundred infantrymen, who were originally intended to be handed over to the commander."
Shen Xi was very satisfied: "Tomorrow, you will send one of your men with a hundred infantrymen to assist Ge Sishu. I will also send someone to lead your men to see Ge Sishu."
Without someone from the Chenxi School to lead the way, Ge Sishu might not dare to use him.
"Yes." Now that Yunnan Ze had made up his mind to serve Chenxi, he could no longer have any selfish motives.
Having arranged everything and with nothing else to do for the time being, Shenxi looked Yunnan Ze up and down and said, "You said your kung fu is quite good, so let's have a match!"
Yunnan Ze looked at Chen Xi suspiciously. Even if the leader was rumored to be so powerful and skilled in both literature and martial arts, his age was still a factor. How powerful could he really be in martial arts?
Shenxi observes people and their hearts; just one look at Yunnan Ze's eyes reveals his suspicion.
Shen Xi was the first to leave the conference room, walk towards the training ground, go to the changing room next door, and change into her training clothes.
Qi Xiuwen and the others followed, and Yunnan Ze had no choice but to follow as well.
He thought to himself, "If the commander's martial arts skills are not good, it's okay to give him some leeway. But if he beats him too badly, it's not good."
Thinking this way, Yunnan Ze did not exert any force at first.
Who knew that Chenxi would unleash a fierce and sudden attack, employing a set of Sanda moves with great ferocity.
Yun Zenan was caught off guard and was punched on the shoulder, causing him to stumble back two steps in pain.
He then realized that the rumors weren't all false.
Only then did they abandon their intention to give way and begin to fight seriously.
As Shen Xi fought, he praised inwardly, "As expected of someone from a military family, his martial arts are superb. It seems he is no less skilled than Qi Xiuwu."
However, his martial arts style is different from Qi Xiuwu's, and he is more focused on practical killing.
Surprisingly, he and Chenxi fought to a standstill.
Chenxi drew a sword, twirled it, and said, "Let's have a weapon contest."
Yunnan Ze drew his two pistols, brandishing them as they rattled wildly: "Sir, I apologize."
Without answering, Chen Xi lunged forward, using the sword techniques taught by Qi Xiuwen—fast, accurate, and ruthless.
Yunnan Zeze was very composed. The two pistols he chose were quite heavy, but when he picked them up, they didn't seem to weigh much at all.
Judging from its weight, Chenxi's sword would easily fly away if it came into contact with a spear.
Shenxi mainly wins by speed and skill, while Yunnan emphasizes a steady and composed style.
Qi Xiuwen nodded: "Commander, you've made rapid progress in the past two months of practice."
However, it was really tough; no matter what, they had to train every day.
The leader is also a martial arts student; he learns quickly after being taught and can apply what he has learned to other situations.
Who wouldn't admire such a leader?
After about several dozen rounds, Chen Xi stopped first, took a few steps back, and breathed slightly: "Nan Ze is indeed powerful."
Now, apart from Qi Xiuwen, who can still "bully" her, no other military general can defeat her.
Unexpectedly, the newcomer from Yunnan Ze was even more skilled in martial arts than her.
She could tell that Yunnan Ze had held back somewhat; she had lost.
But I was convinced, and even happier.
It's her good fortune to have such capable subordinates.
Such good fortune, if it were given to her, she would accept it.
She still needs to practice diligently in the future, otherwise how can she protect herself in this chaotic world?
Even with guards protecting you, it's better to have your own skills than to rely on others. Having your own martial arts skills is the best way to protect yourself.
Yunnan Ze put away his two pistols and bowed deeply: "You flatter me, sir!"
Xing Xiuyan stepped forward, took Chenxi's sword, hung it on the weapon rack, and then handed over the towel that the maid had prepared beforehand.
Shenxi wiped her face, which was already slightly sweaty: This wretched body of hers was still not as good as it had been in her previous life.
Yunnan Ze also hung up his weapon, took the maid's towel and wiped himself. Even though he wasn't sweaty, he still went through the motions. It's good to wipe off the dust!
Shen Xi didn't bother changing into her everyday clothes; instead, she wore her martial arts uniform and led everyone back to the conference room.
"Nan Ze is indeed exceptionally skilled in martial arts. I am truly fortunate to have you as my assistant!"
Yunnan Ze remained neither humble nor arrogant: "You flatter me, sir. It is my honor to assist you."
The two praised each other, making Qi Xiuwen so jealous he felt like his teeth were about to ache.
When I first joined the leadership, it wasn't like this!
After Shenxi and Yunnanze exchanged compliments, they sat down and called over someone.
“Anxiang, you will go with Nanze tomorrow. Nanze will give you a hundred infantrymen. Then you will go to Ge Sishu and do what the township head Ge tells you.”
"Yes, sir."
Zheng Anxiang had always served as Zheng Ankang's deputy and was one of the more prominent members of the Chenxi Guard Team, whom Ge Sishu knew.
Zheng Anxiang didn't ask what he was supposed to do. Since the leader told him to follow the orders of Township Chief Ge, he would do whatever Township Chief Ge told him to do.
With everything arranged and evening approaching, Chenxi said with a smile, "Prefect Ge of Xianghe Prefecture should be finished with his sightseeing by now. Let's have a simple meal together when he returns!"
"Okay." Qi Xiuwen and the others did not object; it was necessary to maintain a good relationship with Ge Congshan.
But when Yunnan heard this, they were quite surprised.
Is it possible that the leader is acquainted with the prefect of Xianghe Prefecture?
Shenxi smiled at him and explained, "Nanze, Prefect Ge and I hit it off immediately and became close friends. Haha, I'll introduce you to him in a bit!"
Qi Xiuwen's face immediately darkened!
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