allonlinenovel Chapter 151: Initial Military Achievements
Chapter 151: Initial Military Achievements
The morning sun shone brightly, its dazzling rays pouring down like golden veils across the jubilant military camp. Soldiers danced excitedly between the tents, the joy of victory lingering on every face and heart like the fragrance of a flower. The camp was festooned with lights and banners, the joyous atmosphere tinged with a vibrant blue. This celebration was a supreme reward for the bravery of all the soldiers.
The members of the women's advance team sat together, their faces adorned with tired yet satisfied smiles. They had performed exceptionally well in the battle that had just concluded, contributing greatly to the victory. However, this joy was not evenly spread throughout the military camp like the warm sunshine. Some officers, entrenched in traditional values, expressed strong dissatisfaction with the women's advance team's achievements.
At the celebration banquet, after three rounds of drinks and a heated atmosphere, a bearded, burly general suddenly stood up. His rugged face, a hint of drunkenness and discontent, leered sideways in the direction of the female advance team and shouted at the top of his voice, "This battle was won thanks to us men charging and fighting on the front lines! What credit can a bunch of women have for that?" His words were like a boulder dropped into a calm lake, instantly stirring up a thousand surging waves.
Several soldiers around him chimed in. One, a tall, thin soldier, blushed, waved his arms, and shouted, "That's right! Women's place is at home, taking care of their husbands and children, and managing the household. What can they do on the battlefield?" Another short, stocky soldier pouted, shaking his head and muttering, "Fighting isn't for women! How can they help when we're fighting so hard on the battlefield?" Their voices grew louder and louder, and the once joyous and peaceful atmosphere of the banquet suddenly became tense, as if a thick, dark cloud were looming overhead.
Upon hearing these words, the faces of the women's advance team members instantly darkened. A-Yao clenched her fists, her knuckles turning white from the exertion. She glared and shouted, "We shed blood and sweat on the battlefield. Don't we deserve recognition?" Xiao-Na also stood up and slammed her wine glass on the table. "When we killed the enemy, we never flinched!"
At this tense moment, Imperial Concubine Su approached with graceful and steady steps. She was dressed in a gorgeous palace dress, the exquisite embroidery gleaming in the sunlight, the pearls and jade in her hair swaying gently, and her expression was solemn and majestic, like a plum blossom blooming in the cold winter, defying the snow and frost.
Concubine Su glanced at everyone sharply, then raised her head slightly and spoke slowly: "Don't worry, generals, and listen to me talk in detail about the outstanding achievements of this female advance team." Her voice was crisp and pleasant, but revealed an unquestionable firmness, which instantly attracted everyone's attention and the noisy scene suddenly quieted down.
"At the most critical moment when the battle was most intense and life and death hung in the balance, it was A Yao from the women's advance team who led the team members in a fearless charge. They were like a group of brave lions, fearlessly charging towards the enemy. A Yao rushed to the front, her eyes burning with a determined fire. Even though the enemy's arrows rained down like locusts, she did not retreat at all. An arrow hit her shoulder, she just gritted her teeth, broke the arrow with a single hand, and continued to charge. Her clothes were stained red with blood, but her steps were even more determined, setting a fearless example for the team members behind her." Concubine Su's voice trembled slightly, as if recreating the thrilling scene.
Everyone listened attentively, and the expressions on their faces began to change. There was a hint of surprise in those originally disdainful eyes.
Concubine Su continued, "And there's Xiaona. She wields a longsword, her swordsmanship as sharp as the wind. Surrounded by the enemy, she dashes left and right, her sword raised and slashed, sending the enemy soldiers falling one after another. Her figure is like lightning, and wherever she goes, the enemy is terrified. Her arm was scratched by the enemy's knife, but she seemed to feel no pain and continued to fight bravely, successfully opening a key breakthrough for our army's victory."
At this time, some people at the banquet had already begun to nod slightly, expressing their admiration for Xiaona's bravery.
"Xiaofang was unfortunately injured in the leg, the wound deep enough to reveal the bone, and the pain was excruciating. But she gritted her teeth and persisted in fighting. She knelt on one leg, supporting herself with the spear in her hand, and stabbed the approaching enemy again and again. Sweat soaked her clothes, and her face was as pale as paper, but her eyes remained firm, providing unbreakable cover for her teammates."
"Xiao Min was shooting arrows from the rear, her fingers rubbed raw by the bowstring, blood dripping, staining the bowstring red. But she never paused, her gaze fixed intently on the enemy. Each arrow carried her determination and courage, providing powerful and steady firepower support to the front lines."
Concubine Su paused, her gaze more firmly fixed on the soldiers who had once harbored doubts. She raised her voice and spoke, "Not to mention the sisters of the death squad. They split into several groups, feigned desertion, and cleverly lured the enemy into carefully laid traps. They engaged the enemy in the woods, exploiting the terrain and their wits to repeatedly evade their attacks and launch unexpected counterattacks. Some sisters were wounded, but they persisted in fighting until the enemy was completely wiped out. With their extraordinary wisdom and fearless courage, they laid a solid foundation for ultimate victory."
Every word Concubine Su said was like a hammer, hammering down hard on the hearts of those rebellious soldiers. Their chests heaved violently, and guilt gradually crept onto their faces.
"I have recorded every detail of their heroic deeds. Every drop of their sweat and blood was for this hard-won victory, for our shared country and people. Their sacrifices are no less than those of any male soldier fighting on the battlefield." Concubine Su's voice was filled with deep emotion, tears glistening in her eyes. "Isn't such a glorious achievement enough to convince you?"
At this moment, the entire camp was utterly silent, so still that one could almost hear everyone's rapid breathing and heartbeats. Those soldiers, who had previously been arrogant and defiant, now bowed their heads deeply, like eggplants hit by frost, their faces filled with shame and remorse.
The general who had first provoked the incident slowly raised his head. His eyes were no longer filled with disdain or doubt, but instead were filled with admiration and respect. He trudged over to the women's advance team, bowed deeply, and spoke in a low, sincere voice, "We are shortsighted and narrow-minded. Ladies, you are true heroes. We are ashamed of ourselves and sincerely admire you!"
Other soldiers also stood up and saluted the women's advance team solemnly to express their deep respect.
A Yao stepped forward, helped the general up, and said, "We are all fighting for our country, regardless of gender. We will continue to fight side by side in the future!"
Xiaona also said: "Let the past be the past, from now on we are all a family!"
The atmosphere at the celebration banquet was once again lively. This time, there were no more barriers or prejudices, only true unity and unbridled celebration. The sun gently shone upon everyone, illuminating every face filled with respect and joy.
The soldiers raised their glasses to celebrate this hard-earned victory and cheered for the achievements of the women's advance team. Laughter and cheers echoed throughout the barracks, as if to spread the joy of victory even further.
This celebration banquet was not only a celebration of victory, but also a recognition of the courage and contribution of the women's advance team. From then on, no one on this battlefield would underestimate the power of women.