Chapter 113:
Cheng Yaojin stared with wide eyes. Miraculously, his eyeballs could also spin around wildly.
Well Sir, even though youre skilled in combat, leading troops in battle requires more than just fighting prowess Yes, to be a general, you need to understand military strategy! I will also test your knowledge of military strategy! Cheng Yaojin said.
Su Li couldnt help but exclaim, Wow!
A distinguished Duke of the State, the Grand General of the Right Martial Guards, shamelessly resorted to such behavior.
Who could control themselves in such a situation? Instead, he couldnt hold back his laughter.
Even if it was a month ago, Cheng Yaojins request to test his knowledge of military strategy, Su Li wouldnt have agreed.
However, in the past month, Su Li had continuously gained attribute points, all of which were added to his perception attribute.
Currently, Su Lis perception attribute was at 125 points!
That was 28 points higher than Li Er, which was quite remarkable.
Attributes breaking the 100-point mark lead to significant changes.
When Su Li had free time, he studied military books. Those books were, after all, written by people. Whether they were considered military experts, their perception probably wasnt much different from his current level. Su Li had read those books multiple times and understood their subtleties.
As a result, Su Li synthesized a wealth of profound knowledge through various military techniques and combined it with his memory of later generations military knowledge, almost forming his own set of theories.
Whether they were practical or not was yet to be seen because Su Li had yet to have the chance to verify them on the battlefield. But from an intellectual perspective, they were undoubtedly exquisite.
The Generals words are true. I also believe that to lead an army, one must be well-versed in military strategy. However, Im curious, General, how do you plan to test my knowledge? Su Li asked with a grin.
Seeing his expression, Cheng Yaojins heart skipped a beat.
Uh-oh!
Could this kid be just as abnormal in his knowledge of military strategy?
By now, Cheng Yaojin had no doubts about Su Lis combat abilities.
Seeing is believing. Experiencing is even more convincing.
After personally experiencing Su Lis strength, Cheng Yaojin knew that Su Li was undoubtedly a formidable general on the battlefield. Not to brag but among the many strong generals in the current Great Tang
He could make it into the top five in terms of combat prowess alone!
Excluding a handful of individuals like Qin Qiong and Weichi Gong, the rest hardly garnered any attention in Cheng Yaojins view. Even those strong figures could barely hold their ground against him. Cheng Yaojin could manage to last through thirty or fifty rounds with them.
To be knocked down by someone, he truly hadnt anticipated it. Su Li could easily be considered the best of his time regarding combat skills!
He mentioned testing Su Lis knowledge of military strategy to save face after being cornered by Su Lis words. They were all working to make ends meet under Lis patronage. Why take things so seriously?
I said Ill test your knowledge of military strategy, and then you pretended your knowledge wasnt up to par, claiming you will need to learn a lot from the General in the future.
This way, wouldnt everyone be content?
Why be so stubborn?
Cut me some slack, would you?
Cheng Yaojin was a bit flabbergasted.
Lord Su lacked emotional intelligence
Moreover, Cheng Yaojin initially thought that Su Lis knowledge of military strategy wouldnt be impressive. After all, he knew that Su Li used to be an ordinary peasant, only rising to fame after entering the Princesss Mansion.
His ability to compose poetry was indeed impressive, showcasing his intelligence. But even intelligence has its limits, right?
Su Li and Princess Changle were inseparable, sparing only a bit of time for martial arts and poetry. To find time to read military books on top of that seemed unlikely. A time management master of this level was unheard of!
So, Cheng Yaojin had considered that Su Li might agree to the test. However, he believed that even if Su Li were a spirited and headstrong youth, agreeing to the request to test his knowledge of military strategy, he would likely feel uncertain and hesitant due to his lack of confidence.
However, the situation appeared different. Su Li had agreed quite readily, and Cheng Yaojin even detected a sense of eagerness in his tone.
Now, Cheng Yaojin was truly perplexed
Something was off. This kid wasnt normal!
Unconsciously, he recalled the reasons he had been contemplating earlier. Stating that Su Li practiced martial arts and composed poetry, leaving no time for studying military strategy, was his own speculative assumption. Thinking the other way around, some of those reasons made sense!
Perhaps Su Lis genius level was something he simply could not understand.
Who said that while learning poetry, one couldnt also practice martial arts and study the art of war?
The more Cheng Yaojin thought, the more uncertain he became. Unconsciously, he was turning into a restless mess.
He felt that Su Lis quick agreement set him up for something. Even though he had lost in a fistfight, he would have to step down for Su Li if he lost again.
He couldnt afford to lose again!
But Cheng Yaojin wasnt known for his strategic intellect, even though he admitted he wasnt well-versed in the art of war, at least not as much as people like Li Jing and Li Xiaogong.
He needed to call for help
Cheng Yaojin was thinking about all this, and he made up his mind.
He chuckled, Today is busy. Dont have time. Well do the test another day.
Su Li also sensed that Cheng Yaojin was probably afraid of another beating and was trying to avoid it. He realized that today wasnt going to work. But Su Lis goal of coming to the military camp had already been accomplished. He had come to complete his enrollment procedures and, incidentally, informed Cheng Yaojin that he would be on the payroll to fish in the future. Even though Li Er promised it, he wanted to save Cheng Yaojin some face as the future battlefield commander.
For now, he didnt mention this matter. But Su Li believed that Cheng Yaojin had a fair idea already. No matter how it was said, this kind of thing didnt compare to talking with fists directly.
Since theres nothing today, Ill head home. When the general is free, he can call me for the art of war examination. Su Li thought.
Su Li was in a great mood. He figured he wouldnt bother him again until Cheng Yaojin could bring reinforcements.
Going to work?
That was not happening. Unless he could defeat Su Li, Cheng Yaojin might beg him not to come to work.
Ah, they had reached a consensus!
Cheng Yaojin didnt give Su Li a hard time. Instead, he looked pleased.
Youve recently married the princess, and its the right time to accompany her. If its unnecessary in the future, you dont need to come. He said with a sincere smile and watched as Su Li left the barracks.
Then, Cheng Yaojins expression changed, and he urgently shouted to an officer beside him, Quick, quickly prepare a horse for me!
Half an hour later, Cheng Yaojin arrived at Weichi Gongs residence.
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