The parade ground was crowded with people and the atmosphere was solemn and dignified.
Several deputy commanders of the four major camps were all present, standing on both sides of the platform with solemn expressions.
In the center of the parade ground, hundreds of armored soldiers lined up in neat rows, holding spears, standing on both sides of the ceremony, like iron statues, full of awe-inspiring momentum.
The sunlight shone on their armor, reflecting a dazzling light, and the entire parade ground looked particularly majestic.
However, officials of all ranks in Yunzhou did not dare to join in the fun.
After all, the garrison commander of Yunzhou was killed a few days ago, the governor of Yunzhou was almost dismissed, and the entire Yunzhou officialdom was shrouded in a haze.
No one dared to bring bad luck upon themselves at this time, for fear of causing unnecessary trouble.
Despite this, the parade ground was still bustling with activity. The soldiers from the four camps were all in high spirits, staring intently at the platform, waiting for the apprenticeship ceremony to begin.
Xia He stood on one side of the platform, with the true token hanging around his waist, looking calm and composed. Next to him stood Peng Xin, who was talking to him in a low voice.
"Brother Xia, today's scene is really big."
There was a hint of excitement in Peng Xin's tone.
Xia He smiled slightly and whispered:
"After all, it is a master-apprenticeship ceremony. Supervisor Li is personally accepting a disciple, so it must be more grand."
According to Xia He's identity, he was a direct disciple of Commander Li and did not belong to any battalion. However, he could deploy 800 soldiers from the four battalions at will with the help of the true token.
He glanced across the parade ground and saw Erpang and the others standing in the reserve camp. They looked a little nervous, but their eyes were full of anticipation.
Being able to enter the preparatory camp is already a good opportunity.
In short, they are registered disciples of the four major camps. After training for a period of time, if they pass the assessment, they will be eligible to be officially transferred to the four major camps.
Similar to the Yunzhou soldiers who had performed outstandingly in the previous encirclement and suppression of Badaomen, some of them were transferred to the reserve camp.
The apprenticeship ceremony officially began. Xia He walked slowly up to the platform, holding a cup of apprenticeship wine in both hands and respectfully handed it to Supervisor Li.
"Master, please drink."
Commander Li took the wine glass, drank it all, then waved his hand, signaling the attendant beside him to give Xia He a new set of armor.
Xia He took the armor and said, "I will definitely live up to Master's expectations."
The apprenticeship ceremony was carried out in an orderly manner and ended at noon.
There were so many people coming up to congratulate him that Xia He felt a little numb.
After exchanging pleasantries one by one, Xia He found an excuse and went straight to the Governor's Mansion.
After he left, the disciples on the training ground began to gather in groups of three or four and talk in low voices.
Li Wu had a gloomy face and whispered to the person beside him:
"It's not easy to secure the position of a true successor."
Seeing that Li Wu was still not giving up, the people around him were all surprised. Someone couldn't help but whispered:
"Brother Li, Xia He is now a true disciple, and he has the support of the Supervisor behind him. Why should we get into trouble?"
Li Wu sneered, and swept his eyes across the crowd with a cold look, his tone carrying a hint of sarcasm:
"What do you know? So what if you are a true disciple? The rules of the four camps are very clear. As long as you accumulate enough military merits, or crush him in the challenge in half a year, you can take his place as a true disciple!"
"Xia He is just lucky. Do you really think he can keep this position forever?"
After hearing this, everyone suddenly understood, but most people still had hesitation and strange looks on their faces.
After all, Xia He defeated Hou Cang in front of everyone. Even if the opponent's realm was suppressed, he was still a real Martial Saint!
With such strength, who would dare to challenge it easily?
Li Wu became even angrier when he saw everyone staring at him strangely.
He has been a genius since childhood and was the center of attention in the sect. How could he have suffered such a big loss?
Now that he was suppressed by Xia He, he was filled with resentment, his face flushed, and his fists were clenched so hard that they made a clattering sound.
He gnashed his teeth and said, "You don't dare, but I do! In half a year, I will let him know who is qualified to become the true disciple!"
After saying this, he walked away without caring about anyone's reaction.
Liu Rushuang stood aside, watching Li Wu's departing back, the corners of her mouth slightly raised, revealing a hint of disdain.
“I really can’t afford to lose!”
But there were also some waves in my heart.
After all, the shock Xia He brought to her was almost the first time in so many years.
What's more, he...
These days, Xia He's face appeared in her mind from time to time.
“What the hell…”
Taking a deep breath, she walked away.
"I want to practice in peace!"
On the other side, Xia He had already arrived at the Governor's Mansion.
He walked into the yard, looked around, and couldn't help feeling a little surprised.
He thought the Governor's Mansion should be magnificent, but the scene before him was much simpler than he had imagined.
The yard is not big and is decorated very simply. There are only a few old trees and a lounge chair, which makes it look particularly quiet.
Commander Li was lying on a chair, holding a cup of tea in his hand, looking relaxed.
Seeing Xia He coming, he raised his eyes slightly and said with a smile: "Are you here?"
Xia He bowed respectfully and said, "Master, I am here."
Supervisor Li nodded and motioned for him to sit down.
As soon as Xia He sat down, he saw Senior Sister Shan walking over from the side.
"Senior Sister Shan." Xia He stood up and saluted, with a hint of respect in his tone.
Shan Ling smiled faintly and said, "Junior Brother Xia, congratulations on becoming a true disciple."
"These days, Xiong'er has been forced to sleep by you. I have never seen him practice martial arts so hard since he was a child."
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