I started with Emperor Armor and conquered Infinity.

Chapter 168 Household

call out!

A sudden whooshing sound rang out.

Immediately afterwards, a bamboo slip emitting a faint glow shot over like a meteor and landed steadily in Yun Tong's hand.

At this moment, the majestic gate of the capital city stands before everyone. The heavy door panels and towering gateposts, along with the dragon patterns carved on them, seem to tell the story of the empire's majesty and vicissitudes.

Yun Tong's expression was cold and stern. He turned to the others in the group behind him and said loudly, "We have fought our way back to the heart of the Empire. Everyone, please rest for now and then go to the military registration office to register and report your arrival."

I just received word that the King is about to hold a high-level meeting on matters of great importance, and I must attend.

The crowd responded in unison, their voices echoing in the air, conveying a sense of weariness yet unwavering determination.

Yun Tong looked at Lin Yao and nodded slightly. Lin Yao understood and returned a confident smile.

Immediately afterwards, Yun Tong's figure flashed, disappearing from the spot like a ghost, leaving only a faint afterimage.

Yun Tong's subordinates were not too surprised by his special treatment of Lin Yao, after all, they had witnessed Lin Yao's great achievements.

Just a few days ago, during that ambush, Lin Yao, single-handedly, seized the opportunity at a crucial moment and personally killed a powerful expert in the late stage of the Golden Core realm.

Although that battle involved a sneak attack to some extent, in this battlefield where strength reigns supreme and life and death hang in the balance, the victor reigns supreme.

Lin Yao's feat instantly made him famous in the army, and his status rose accordingly.

This is only the result of Lin Yao's battle without using his mysterious Emperor Armor at full strength.

Based solely on the abilities he demonstrates on a regular basis, he has already gained the recognition of the vast majority of people.

Rumors circulated throughout the army that if he continued to hone his skills, he would surely become a powerful genius who would dominate the empire and become a pillar of strength in protecting it.

Lin Yao, unaware of the thoughts of others, was not idle either. He deeply understood the importance of uniting the army's morale, especially now that they had returned from the brutal battlefield after experiencing life and death.

So he strolled among the soldiers, chatting warmly with these cultivators who had fought side by side on the battlefield and forged life-and-death bonds, thus strengthening their friendship.

Once everyone had calmed down a bit, Lin Yao found a quiet place, sat cross-legged, closed his eyes and focused his mind, beginning to adjust his own state, sort out the hardships and gains along the way, and settle his mind.

Before long, a familiar aura arrived. Lin Yao opened his eyes and saw that Yun Tong had returned.

At this moment, the atmosphere in the camp suddenly became heavy. Yun Tong strode in, his face solemn. Everyone knew that such a look meant that important news had arrived.

As expected, Yun Tong first brought a new and brutal battlefield mission.

Everyone felt a chill run down their spines. They had just escaped the flames of war and hadn't even had a chance to catch their breath before they were about to plunge into a new life-or-death struggle.

But then, Yun Tong revealed another piece of news that made Lin Yao's brows twitch slightly.

Because of his outstanding military achievements, he was promoted exceptionally and became a general of the thousand-household level, about to command a thousand cultivators and have greater power.

Just as Lin Yao was deep in thought, suddenly, a series of clear notification sounds from the Reincarnation Space rang in his mind:

"Ding, achievement task unlocked: become a squad leader or platoon leader in the Longyuan Dynasty, thus stepping into the grassroots management level of the army, with certain rights such as allocating squad resources and performing basic patrol tasks, while also gaining a small reputation bonus, which is a prerequisite for some key tasks in the future."

"Ding, achievement task completed and unlocked: To become a centurion of the Dragon Abyss Dynasty, you need to reach the Foundation Establishment stage, charge into battle, make outstanding contributions, win the trust of your comrades and the recognition of the battlefield leaders, and you can get a medium reputation bonus and unlock more military supplies exchange permissions."

"Ding, achievement task completed and unlocked: become a commander of the Longyuan Dynasty, rise to the Golden Core Realm, turn the tide in a major battle and make great contributions, be recommended by the battlefield commander and unanimously recognized by the imperial high command, have a great reputation bonus, greatly increase the chance of opening special missions in the capital, and step into the core middle ranks of the imperial army."

This series of sudden notification sounds startled Lin Yao.

He never imagined that he would already possess the prestigious status of a commander of a thousand households, ranking among the middle-level officers in the imperial army.

The next step is to advance towards the rank of Captain. Once you become a Captain, you will be a truly top-ranking figure in the Imperial Army.

Lin Yao thought to himself, with the prestige and authority of a commander, it would truly be "a single arrow piercing the clouds, and a thousand cultivators would come to meet him".

Although this promotion may not be the most crucial factor in directly improving his personal combat capabilities, it has a far more profound significance.

With a legitimate title, he could then begin to build his own power base, recruit talents from all sides, and obtain comprehensive support from the army and the empire.

Many trivial and complicated matters no longer need to be handled personally, but can be entrusted to trusted subordinates with confidence, gradually building a loyal and dedicated force.

On this magnificent imperial stage, they truly possessed their own piece of the world.

Lin Yao knew that his ability to advance four ranks in a row was not only due to his remarkable achievements and outstanding performance on the battlefield.

At this critical juncture when the empire is engaged in fierce warfare with foreign enemies, those in power are acting like they're buying a horse's bones with a thousand pieces of gold, which is why they've promoted them so ruthlessly.

Now, the Longyuan Dynasty, which has been passed down for thousands of years, has a vast territory and a strict and complex military system, which is like a giant war machine that operates with precision.

Starting with the lowest-ranking ordinary soldiers, they form the cornerstone of the entire military force.

Most of these soldiers came from ordinary backgrounds, either from farming families eager to make a name for themselves or from the poor in the city seeking a way out. They joined the army with aspirations and passion for the future.

Upon entering the military camp, one must undergo rigorous training, from basic physical conditioning to the skillful use of weapons, and then to the fundamental knowledge of marching and troop deployment. Each aspect requires enduring the trials of sweat and pain.

As the starting point of grassroots management in the military, the corporal may seem to have little authority, but he bears the heavy responsibility of uniting the team.

A qualified corporal must be familiar with the strengths and weaknesses of each soldier under his command, and teach them according to their individual abilities in daily training to unleash their full potential.

In combat, one must take the lead, charge into battle with one's squad, and adapt flexibly to the battlefield situation to ensure the squad's survival and combat effectiveness.

In their daily patrols and sentry duty, the corporals accumulated valuable experience and gradually built up their prestige in the army.

The squad leader, who manages ten sergeants and their soldiers, is considered a minor leader at the grassroots level.

They not only need to have excellent military skills, but also a certain level of organizational and coordination abilities.

During large-scale marches, one must be responsible for maintaining order within one's unit and ensuring the smooth transport of supplies.

During lulls in the fighting, it is necessary to tally casualties, calm the soldiers, and promptly report the military situation to superiors.

Squad leaders are often selected from outstanding corporals, and they have won the trust of their superiors and the support of their soldiers through their actions.

Centurions are truly independent junior commanders on the battlefield, and reaching the Foundation Establishment stage is a basic requirement.

This means they possess greater combat power, enabling them to disrupt enemy formations and eliminate enemy elites at crucial moments.

Centurions need to have keen battlefield insight, quickly assess the situation in the midst of battle, and organize effective offensive and defensive tactics.

They must not only lead their soldiers to fight bravely against the enemy, but also coordinate with friendly forces in the surrounding areas to form a closely coordinated combat group.

After a major battle, the centurion's command decisions often directly affect the outcome of the local battle, thus attracting much attention, and those who make meritorious contributions are very likely to be appreciated by the higher-ups.

As a commander of a thousand men, he had already entered the middle ranks of the imperial army, leading a thousand cultivators, and the responsibilities he bore had increased exponentially.

Their Golden Core Realm strength made them the backbone of the battlefield, often turning the tide of battle.

A commander of a thousand men not only needs to be proficient in tactical command, but also needs to be skilled in the daily management of the army, from recruiting soldiers and arranging training to allocating military equipment and providing logistical support.

In the empire's strategic plan, the commanders guarded key locations, either serving as vanguards to break through enemy lines or acting as rearguards to ensure the army's safe retreat. Their every move affected the overall situation.

Lin Yao has now reached the level of a thousand households, saving more than a decade of time.

In the days that followed, Lin Yao threw himself into his new responsibilities. His first task was to learn about the details of the thousand cultivators under his command.

They went through the military records one by one, memorizing key information such as their place of origin, special skills, and combat experience.

He personally led the soldiers in drills and training, and developed personalized training programs based on different branches of the military and different skill levels, striving to enable every soldier to improve their skills in a short period of time.

At the same time, Lin Yao did not forget to make external contacts and expand his network, quietly building his own personal network of relationships within the military.

In these turbulent times, personal connections are a force to be reckoned with, and can play an unexpected role at crucial moments.

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