bestfiction Chapter 275 Xiao Nanyi's Trials
Chapter 275 Xiao Nanyi's Trials
The warm spring sunlight streamed through the carved window lattices, gently bathing the study in the Eastern Palace of the Nanzhao Kingdom in a warm yellow hue, which illuminated the books throughout the room.
Xiao Nanyi was dressed in a black robe with a bright yellow jade belt around his waist. He stood tall and straight like a pine tree, with a well-defined face and eyes that showed determination and longing.
At this moment, he was writing at his desk, his handwriting strong and powerful, full of aspirations for the future.
"Your Highness, His Majesty summons you to the Imperial Study." A eunuch's shrill voice announced from outside the door.
Xiao Nanyi put down his brush, straightened his clothes, and steadily walked out of the study.
Walking along the winding corridor, passing through several pavilions and towers, we soon arrived at the Imperial Study.
He took a deep breath, gathered his thoughts, and steadily stepped into the study.
"Your subject pays respects to Your Majesty!" Xiao Nanyi bowed respectfully.
Xiao Jingchuan put down the memorial in his hand, looked up, and his eyes were full of love and relief.
The child who used to follow behind me, laughing and playing, has now grown into a handsome young man.
"Yi'er, get up. I heard you've been troubled lately, so I called you here. Why don't you tell me what's on your mind?"
Xiao Nanyi stood up and said with a firm gaze, "Father, I have grown up and do not wish to waste my time within these palace walls any longer."
"Your subject wishes to join the army to train myself, learn the art of warfare, so that in the future I may serve the Nanzhao Kingdom and protect its people."
Xiao Jingchuan was slightly taken aback, then revealed an approving smile: "Yi'er, I am very pleased that you have this idea. The military camp is indeed a place to train people, which can temper their will and broaden their horizons."
Military life is tough, and the training is rigorous. Are you prepared for hardship?
Xiao Nanyi puffed out his chest and said resolutely, "Father, I am fully prepared. I am not afraid of hardship and only want to contribute my strength to the Nanzhao Kingdom."
Xiao Jingchuan nodded, pondered for a moment, and then said, "In that case, I agree to let you go to the military camp."
However, you will not be going there as the Crown Prince, but rather starting as a low-ranking soldier, taking each step carefully and accumulating experience. Do you have any objections?
Xiao Nanyi answered without hesitation: "Your subject has no objection. Your subject understands that only by starting from the grassroots can one truly understand the army and better command combat."
Xiao Jingchuan smiled with satisfaction: "Good! I will arrange for you to join the vanguard battalion. The commander there, Wang Meng, is a fierce general with rich combat experience. I believe he can teach you well."
Xiao Nanyi bowed again: "Thank you, Father Emperor, for your kindness! Your son will certainly live up to your expectations."
A few days later, Xiao Nanyi, dressed in the uniform of an ordinary soldier and carrying a bag, bid farewell to the palace and embarked on the road to the military camp.
The moment he stepped out of the palace gates, the sunlight shone on him, as if draping him in a golden armor, filling him with hope and strength.
The vanguard camp was located on the border of the Nanzhao Kingdom. The terrain here was treacherous, and it was an important defensive line against foreign enemies.
After many days of trekking, Xiao Nanyi finally arrived at the military camp.
Inside the military camp, military flags fluttered, and soldiers were engaged in intense training, with shouts of battle rising and falling.
Xiao Nanyi found Commander Wang Meng and handed him Xiao Jingchuan's written order.
Wang Meng took the imperial edict, read it carefully, and then looked Xiao Nanyi up and down: "I didn't expect His Highness the Crown Prince to actually come. However, now that you're in the military camp, you must abide by the rules of the military camp and start from the bottom as an ordinary soldier. Do you understand?"
Xiao Nanyi respectfully said, "Commander Wang, I understand. I came here to hone my skills, and I hope that Commander Wang will be strict with me."
Wang Meng nodded in satisfaction: "Good! From today onwards, you will train with the other soldiers."
During his time in the military camp, Xiao Nanyi, like any other soldier, would get up before dawn every day to undergo physical training.
They ran long distances with heavy loads, climbed obstacles, and practiced fighting skills. By the end of the day, their whole bodies ached.
But Xiao Nanyi never complained; he persevered through sheer grit.
Once, during a weighted long-distance running training session, Xiao Nanyi ran out of energy and gradually fell behind.
Seeing this, the other soldiers encouraged him, saying, "Xiao Nan, keep going! Let's persevere together."
With everyone's encouragement, Xiao Nanyi regained his spirits, quickened his pace, and finally completed the training with everyone.
In addition to physical training, Xiao Nanyi also worked hard to learn military knowledge.
He consulted veterans about their experience in marching and fighting, studied military books and strategies, and learned about various tactics and formations.
During a tactical exercise, Xiao Nanyi, relying on his understanding of military texts and his own thinking,
He offered unique insights, which earned him praise from Wang Meng.
"Xiao Nan, I didn't expect you to have such a profound understanding of tactics. Given time, you will surely achieve great things," Wang Meng said, patting Xiao Nan Yi on the shoulder.
Xiao Nanyi said modestly, "Commander Wang, this is all thanks to your and my brothers' guidance. I still have a lot to learn."
As time went by, Xiao Nanyi gradually adapted to life in the military camp, and his physical fitness and military skills improved significantly.
However, just as Xiao Nanyi was growing up in the military camp, news came from the border that foreign enemies had invaded.
Wang Meng immediately summoned his soldiers and deployed combat missions. Xiao Nanyi volunteered to join the battle.
Looking at Xiao Nanyi's determined eyes, Wang Meng nodded in agreement to his request.
After the battle began, Xiao Nanyi followed his unit to the battlefield. The battlefield was filled with smoke and the shouts of battle were deafening. Xiao Nanyi, fearless, brandished his spear and engaged the enemy in a desperate struggle.
In the fierce battle, Xiao Nanyi demonstrated extraordinary courage and wisdom. He skillfully applied the tactics he had learned and led his soldiers to repel enemy attacks on multiple occasions.
After several days and nights of fierce fighting, the Nanzhao army finally achieved victory.
As Xiao Nanyi watched the smoke from the battlefield gradually dissipate, he was filled with emotion. He knew that the road to defending the country was still long, and he had many responsibilities and missions to fulfill.
After the battle, Wang Meng praised Xiao Nanyi's performance: "Your Highness, you performed exceptionally well in this battle. You are not only courageous but also incredibly resourceful. You are the pride of the Nanzhao Kingdom."
Xiao Nanyi humbly said, "This is the result of everyone's joint efforts. I only did what I was supposed to do. Through this battle, I understand even more that as the crown prince of Nanzhao, I bear the heavy responsibility of protecting the country and the people. I will continue to work hard and live up to everyone's expectations."
Soon after, news of Xiao Nanyi's performance in the military camp reached the palace. Xiao Jingchuan was filled with joy upon hearing the news.
Since the initial victory at the border, Xiao Nanyi's prestige in the vanguard battalion has soared, and the soldiers both respect and admire him.
However, Xiao Nanyi was not complacent because of this small achievement. He knew that the test of war was endless and the borders of Nanzhao were still turbulent.
After that, he studied military strategy even more diligently. He not only studied military books from past dynasties, but also explored a set of effective combat strategies by combining the terrain, climate and actual situation of the army in the Nanzhao Kingdom.
One day, Xiao Nanyi was studying military texts in his tent when Wang Meng hurriedly entered, his expression grave. "Your Highness, according to the latest intelligence, the enemy has not given up. They are amassing troops on the border, intending to launch a counterattack."
Upon hearing this, Xiao Nanyi put down the book in his hand, his eyes shining brightly: "Commander Wang, I expected them not to give up easily. This time, we must prepare in advance and not let the enemy have any chance."
Subsequently, Xiao Nanyi and Wang Meng convened a military conference with the generals of each battalion.
Pointing to the military map, Xiao Nanyi analyzed clearly, "The enemy suffered a defeat last time, so they will definitely change their tactics. This valley has a treacherous terrain and is the enemy's only way to advance. We can set up an ambush here."
At the same time, dispatch an elite force to outflank the enemy and cut off their supply lines, disrupting their deployment.
The generals all nodded in agreement, expressing their approval of Xiao Nanyi's battle plan.
In the days that followed, Xiao Nanyi and his soldiers worked day and night to set up traps and hide ambushes in the valley.
At the same time, he personally selected an elite force of 500 men and secretly trained them in preparation for a surprise attack on the enemy's rear.
Several days later, the enemy attacked again as expected.
They cautiously advanced into the valley, watching their surroundings warily.
As soon as the enemy entered the valley, Xiao Nanyi gave the order, and the ambush troops sprang up, raining down arrows.
The enemy troops were thrown into chaos, scrambling to find cover.
Taking advantage of the opportunity, Xiao Nanyi led his soldiers in a charge, engaging in fierce close combat with the enemy.
Meanwhile, the elite troops tasked with raiding the enemy's rear also successfully reached their destination.
They launched a swift attack, burning the enemy's supplies and cutting off their supply lines.
When the enemy learned that their rear had been attacked, their morale plummeted, and they lost all will to fight.
Xiao Nanyi seized the opportunity, pressed his advantage, and routed the enemy.
The battle was a great victory. The Nanzhao army not only successfully repelled the enemy, but also captured a large amount of weapons and supplies.
When the news reached the capital, Emperor Xiao Jingchuan was overjoyed and became even more impressed with Xiao Nanyi's military talent.
To further train Xiao Nanyi, Xiao Jingchuan ordered him to be in charge of the border defense construction of the Nanzhao Kingdom.
After receiving his orders, Xiao Nanyi devoted himself wholeheartedly to the construction of border defenses.
He personally inspected the border defense line and discovered many loopholes and deficiencies in the original defense line.
Therefore, he formulated a detailed improvement plan, organized soldiers to reinforce the city walls, build fortresses, add beacon towers, and improve the entire border defense system.
During the construction of the border defense, Xiao Nanyi also cared a great deal about the soldiers' lives.
He knew that only by making the soldiers feel cared for could he boost their morale and fighting capacity.
Therefore, he often went among the soldiers to understand their needs and improve their living conditions.
Thanks to his efforts, the soldiers' lives improved significantly, and their loyalty to him grew stronger.
However, the border situation of the Nanzhao Kingdom remained severe. Neighboring countries coveted Nanzhao's wealth and constantly created friction along the border.
In order to maintain the peace and stability of the country, Xiao Nanyi decided to take the initiative and teach the neighboring country a lesson.
He meticulously planned a military operation, selecting thousands of elite soldiers and dividing them into multiple groups to launch a surprise attack on border outposts of neighboring countries.
During the operation, Xiao Nanyi fully utilized his military talents, commanding his soldiers to quickly capture multiple border outposts and inflict heavy losses on the neighboring country's army.
Seeing the strength of the Nanzhao army, the neighboring country had no choice but to curb its arrogance and took the initiative to send envoys to seek peace.
During negotiations with envoys from neighboring countries, Xiao Nanyi argued forcefully and upheld the dignity and interests of the Nanzhao Kingdom.
Ultimately, the two sides reached a peace agreement, and peace was restored to the border.
Through a series of wars and construction projects, Xiao Nanyi gradually grew into a mature general.
His name was widely known in the Nanzhao Kingdom, and he became a hero in the hearts of the people.
However, Xiao Nanyi did not forget his original aspiration and mission. He knew that the road to protecting the country was endless.
Upon returning to the capital, Xiao Nanyi reported the situation at the border to Xiao Jingchuan and put forward a series of suggestions regarding national development.
Xiao Jingchuan listened carefully to his advice and was extremely pleased with his growth and progress.
"Yi'er, you have grown into an excellent leader. I believe that the Nanzhao Kingdom will become even more prosperous under your leadership," Xiao Jingchuan said earnestly.
Xiao Nanyi knelt down and bowed, saying firmly, "Father, I will do my utmost to live up to your expectations, protect the land and people of Nanzhao, and ensure that the people live a happy and peaceful life."
After that, Xiao Nanyi actively participated in the governance of the country and, together with the court officials, formulated a series of policies that were conducive to the country's development.