These young men from wealthy families had been here for two months, and there hadn't eat meat. Military supplies were tight in the barracks, and being able to eat steamed buns and porridge was a blessing.
In the poorer camps, even sweet potatoes were a rarity, let alone meat.
Of course, they had eaten meat, but it was something they had to go to town to eat. They were exhausted from daytime duty at night, so who would go? Even when it was night duty, they were exhausted during the day, so even if they could go, it was only sporadically.
So if Qin Fang could deliver meat to them every meal, they would naturally be happy.
However, they are not fools.The entire military camp knew that Qin Fang's rise to captain was due to his exceptional martial prowess.
Of course, superior martial prowess was also a matter of strength. Years ago, when the barbarians had kidnapped the young master, Captain Qin's use of psychological tactics to save him was a much-talked-about incident in the camp, leading everyone to recognize Captain Qin's strength.
The young masters of the aristocratic families were no simple-minded people. They couldn't even beat Han Zhen, so how could they beat Qin Fang? And wasn't eating meat every meal just bullshit?
If Yang Haiyan knew, she might have said that it was normal for them to lose against Han Zhen, and that maybe with a bit of luck they could beat Qin Fang.
Han Zhen was naturally capable, but the hero's luck couldn't be ignored. Otherwise, why would the barbarian and the young master escape the county town from three different routes? Why did they choose the one guarded by Han Zhen? Isn't that just courting death?
Qin Fang said, "A man's word is his bond. I said if you can win, I will treat you to meat for a month. Do you think I can fool you?"
A young man from an aristocratic family said, "Qin Qianfu, you're a stickler for words, but you can't be like this. We all know you're a skilled martial artist, and we're definitely no match for you. So, your promise of eating meat every day for a month is just a lie."
Qin Fang narrowed his eyes. "So what do you want?All three of you attack together? Three against one?"
This young man from a noble family is called Lin Feng. He did have this intention, but since Qin Fang asked him directly, he couldn't admit it shamelessly.
Qin Fang sneered: "Let you take turns. Among the three of you, if one of you can beat me, I will treat all three of you." Originally, he also planned to let them fight in turns.
Wei Wu's eyes lit up: "Really?"
Qin Fang said, "Seriously, you go first." He pointed at Lin Feng who spoke first.
Over a thousand people made way for a circle, forming a circle for Qin Fang and Lin Feng to fight within. Not every child from the aristocratic families of the capital had practiced martial arts. The aristocratic families of the capital valued literature over martial arts, so they rarely allowed their children to pursue a martial arts career. However, martial arts were considered good for health, so many did practice them.
However, they practiced martial arts purely to strengthen their bodies, not to master them, unlike Qin Fang, who practiced martial arts with his life at stake. For Qin Fang, kung fu was his life. Only with good kung fu could he live a long life. Otherwise, without good kung fu, he could be sacrificed at any time on the battlefield.
Lin Feng walked in the circle. He knew that he was no match for Qin Fang, so he said to the other two companions, "I will wear down Qin Qianfu first, and the rest is up to you." He was talking about wearing down Qin Fang's physical strength. He felt that he could still do it by consuming some of Qin Fang's physical strength.
Iln fact, he was wrong.When they sparred with Han Zhen, they had indeed managed to wear him down, but Han Zhen and Qin Fang were different types. Han Zhen's technique was based on agility, while Qin Fang was taller and less agile than Han Zhen, but he possessed greater strength. It was difficult for Lin Feng to wear down his strength.
For example, when Lin Feng rushed over, Qin Fang was too lazy to even move, and directly collided with him. Lin Feng was knocked back a few steps, and his bones ached slightly. Qin Qianfu was so strong, and his body must be made of iron, right? It was so hard.
Lin Feng steadied himself.
Wei Wu shouted, "Lin Feng, can you do this?"
No man should be asked if he can do it. When Lin Feng heard this, he shouted, "Shut up and just watch."
So Wei Wu watched how Lin Feng was knocked out, again and again.
This competition is a bit similar to wrestling.
Lin Feng knew that brute force wouldn't work, so he decided to rely on cleverness. Speaking of which, when he was fighting Han Zhen, he tried to rely on cleverness, but it didn't work. So, he wanted to rely on brute force right from the start, but it was wrong again.
Lin Feng didn't want to get close to Qin Fang, so he ran quickly, ready to attack from behind. However, just as he was about to strike, Qin Fang dodged and kicked Lin Feng away.
Fortunately, Qin Qianfu didn't kick him below, otherwise his balls would have been broken. Lin Feng lay on the ground and didn't get up.
Yang Baifu said, "Qin Qianfu's body seems to be stronger than before."
Han Zhen nodded: "Indeed."
Qin Fang thought that his wife often let him take medicinal baths, and that was not in vain, because you have to know that it cost a lot of money.
The next young man from aristocratic family was the first to "take the lead" before he could even make ten moves.
Of the three, Wei Wu was the most skilled, but judging by the fate of his two companions, he knew he had no chance. So, he wasn't aiming to win, he was just practicing.
However, Wei Wu's expectations were too good to be true. He came here just to practice, and it was still unclear who was practicing with whom.
For example, when Wei Wu was knocked out by Qin Fang and was about to fall to the ground, Qin Fang pulled him back and said, "Be careful not to knock your teeth."
For example, when Wei Wu was thrown over Qin Fang's shoulder and was about to lie on the ground, Qin Fang grabbed his waist and said, "Your strength is too weak, and your chassis is unstable."
Wei Wu felt miserable. Why didn't Qin Qianfu just let him lie down? Couldn't he just admit defeat?
Eighteen-year-old Wei Wu felt miserable.
Lü Baifu: "Why do I feel like our captain is deliberately trying to harass Wei Wu?"
Yang Baifu: "I think so too."
Han Zhen thought, it's not just you who thinks so, but everyone feels the same way. So Han Zhen called a soldier over and asked, "Did Wei Wu do something to offend Qin Qianfu?"
The soldier was one of the gossipers. When Han Zhen asked, he honestly said, "Wei Wu just told everyone that Qin Qianfu is a rough man and not worthy of Madam Qin."
Han Zhen: "'..." Is this kid looking for death?
Wei Wu felt like he was being torn apart, his entire body aching. He began to beg for mercy: "Qin Qianfu, I can't beat you. I surrender."
Qin Fang said coldly: "If you are a man, you can't admit defeat easily. If you are a soldier of Qi, you can't admit defeat easily. Once you enter the battlefield, admitting defeat is like desertion.
Wei Wu thought that he didn't even want to admit that he was a man now.
Qin Fang: "Continue."
Wei Wu panted, "Qin Qianfu, you dealt with Lin Feng and the others so decisively, but you kept dragging your feet when dealing with me. Did I offend you in some way? If so, please forgive me this time for Madam Qin's sake."
It would have been fine if Wei Wu hadn't mentioned Mrs. Qin, but this time he stirred up a hornet's nest.
Qin Fang's eyes grew even colder. "On the battlefield, can you use a woman to beg for mercy?
Besides, this is a military camp, is this the place for you to gossip about women? As a man, why don't you do your job properly as a man? Instead, you chat with some people like women at the market. Is that right? Even the prostitutes in the county brothels don't have such a big mouth as you."
Wei Wu: "..."
Qin Fang narrowed his eyes and grabbed Wei Wu's collar. "Besides, Yanyan is my wife. What does it have to do with you? Are you trying to ruin her reputation for her sake? It's better to insult a person than a wife or daughter."
Wei Wu was startled. The fire in Qin Fang's eyes was intense, tinged with murderous intent. He quickly called out, "Wait, Qin Qianfu, you misunderstood. I didn't mean to tarnish her reputation, nor did I mean to insult her. She's... she's my adopted sister."
A flash of inspiration struck Wei Wu. "Brother-in-law, brother-in-law, please be patient. She truly is my adopted sister. We're both from the capital. Believe me." If Yang Haiyan were still the same maid she once was, he naturally wouldn't acknowledge her as his adopted sister.
Even if he felt guilty towards Miss Yang, he would have taken extra care of her.
However, there was a difference between a servant and a young master from an aristocratic family, and he wouldn't lower himself to acknowledge her as his adopted sister.
But now it was different. Yang Haiyan's slavery had been abolished by the imperial court. She was a good citizen granted by the imperial decree and the wife of a thousand-man commander.
Acknowledging her as his sister, or even his brother-in-law, was a great benefit to Wei Wu. So, Wei Wu said seriously, "Brother-in-law, Haiyan is truly my sister. Let go of me."
Qin Fang frowned and looked at Wei Wu deeply:"What do you mean?" But he separated his hands.
No matter what Wei Wu's intentions were, since he said she was his adopted sister, he could at least protect Yan Yan's reputation for the time being.
Wei Wu said earnestly, "Haiyan was once Miss Yang's maid, and Miss Yang and I were once engaged. Miss Yang held Haiyan in high regard, ano I hoped she would speak well of me in her presence.
That's why I acknowledged her as my sister, hoping to find her a good match after Miss Yang and I were married. If you don't believe me, you can go to the capital and ask around. Everyone knows Miss Yang and I were engaged."
Although the Yang family was convicted for the heir apparent, this was a fact known to everyone in the capital, so he had nothing to hide. Furthermore... he only learned later that his engagement to Miss Yang was due to his father's desire to gain the trust of the Yang family and obtain information favorable to the emperor's succession.
Therefore, upon learning the truth, he felt guilty towards Miss Yang, but with the Yang family already exterminated, he had no way to make amends. So, upon meeting Yang Haiyan this time, he felt a sense of guilt towards Miss Yang and wanted to make amends to her, seeking a moment of peace of mind.
Lin Feng said, "I can prove this." Although he didn't know whether Wei Wu's adoption of Yang Haiyan as his sister was true or not, the fact that Wei Wu and Miss Yang were getting married was real. And...he and Wei Wu shared the same idea. In a place where meat wasn't allowed, wouldn't it be nice to have a captain as their brother-in-law? At least they wouldn't have to go to town to buy snacks anymore.
They could have Qin Qianfu bring them, and there would be no need to worry about gossip.
Qin Fang did believe it somewhat, knowing that Yang Haiyan was from the Yang Mansion, and that she was literate and skilled in needlework. The Yang Mansion had raised her well, indicating that she must have been highly valued by Miss Yang. So, to please his fiancée, Wei Wu had taken the maidservant by her side as his younger sister. Even if it sounded awkward, it wasn't a big deal.