Mythical Three Kingdoms

What is even more terrifying is that because of Vologases V’s decisiveness and bravery when dismantling the Sulun Family, many Parthians saw hope and gradually joined his ranks. This military expedition is much grander than in history.

It is estimated that eighty thousand regular soldiers equipped with armor will be deployed, along with seventeen Inner Qi Manifestation Generals, nine generals with special legion commanding capability in Central Asia and Western Asia, and one Super Elite Legion.

After Anyue translated the contents for Li Jue, Li Jue once again praised the empire, realizing that Parthia and Rome battled for hundreds of years without total defeat and had many hidden cards. Previously they lacked combat power solely because the emperor was ineffectual.

Eighty thousand regular soldiers, seventeen Inner Qi Manifestation generals, nine generals called the empire’s glory by the Parthians, possessing command ability similar to the Han Empire’s legion talent, plus one fast Mounted Archer Super Elite Legion. Even the Han Empire cannot underestimate this strength.

However, Li Jue still received the letter, saying that they would lead troops to accompany Parthia in seven months. As for the treasures described by Parthia east of the Caspian Sea, Li Jue wasn’t particularly interested.

Growing up in a place like Xiliang, Li Jue was very familiar with soldiers and military drills. Although his understanding was one-sided, it was undeniably effective. His method involved constant battling; the larger the scale and the stronger the opponents, the greater the confidence and morale boost from victory, far surpassing any training.

Naturally, Guo Si did not know these things. He obtained partial information from the Chen Family, Xun Family, and Sima Family’s advance troops. Although he did not comprehend Li Youu’s frontier setup and homeland construction, he always supported it wholeheartedly.

Similarly, when the advance troops of the Chen Family, Xun Family, and Sima Family learned that Li Jue’s group had occupied nearly an entire province, their eyes gleamed. Wasn’t this a perfect chance for practice? As pioneers, their names might end up in the history books.

After some exchange, any trace of concern vanished, leaving only confidence for the future.

Then Guo Si prepared to continue his journey to Ye City. Traveling with one person and three horses was swift. He intended to see Li Youu for advice; meeting these folks en route was fortunate. Otherwise, Guo Si’s naivety would likely have led him straight to Fenggao.

But as he passed through Chang’an, Guo Si was no fool. He immediately noticed the massive military camp in the northern suburbs of Chang’an. Having seen hundreds of thousands of troops in joint operations, Guo Si instantly sensed a major event. He asked someone and learned that the three families had returned to Chang’an after annihilating the Huns in the Northern Frontier.

Since all three families were returning together, even Guo Si’s less-than-bright mind understood he might meet Li Youu in Chang’an. So he changed course. After all, his title of Marquis of Meiyang hadn’t been revoked, and nobody stopped him, allowing easy entry into Chang’an.

Yet Guo Si was careless. While running around Chang’an trying to find someone, he paid little attention to his attire. Consequently, Xun Yu’s subordinates observed him, leading to subsequent events.

However, there was an upside to his wandering. Hua Xiong’s Xiliang Iron Cavalry was also in Chang’an. At this time, the Iron Cavalry Soldiers capable of forming a Military Spirit Legion mostly belonged to him. Some might not recognize Guo Si, but these folks definitely did.

"Brother Duan, did I see wrongly? I spotted General Guo," said an Iron Cavalry Soldier maintaining order in Chang’an City to Duan Wei.

"I saw him too." The group’s formation remained tight, but chatter started. Duan Wei said nothing, urged his horse forward, and the entire group moved toward Guo Si at nearly the same pace.

"Hahaha, I am indeed lucky, meeting you here." Guo Si laughed heartily upon seeing Duan Wei and his companions, some unnamed but clearly allies. However, they seemed even more fierce than years ago.

"No laughing, keep it down. The Emperor has just passed away, be mindful," Duan Wei quickly advised Guo Si, having confirmed he was indeed his superior.

"Ha, Liu Xie is dead?" Guo Si exclaimed insensitively.

Duan Wei covered his face. He hadn’t thought his superior to be tactless back in the day, but communicating now was challenging. Fortunately, Hua Xiong’s Xiliang Iron Cavalry scared others away after arriving, presenting an unusually aggressive demeanor.

Upon seeing Duan Wei’s reaction, Guo Si realized he should curb his words and coughed twice: "Where’s the strategist?"

"Not in Chang’an," Duan Wei sighed. "Let me take you to General Hua. Something big just happened in Chang’an. I thought we were fierce back then, but this is even more excessive."

Duan Wei led Guo Si to Hua Xiong’s residence in Chang’an, an empty official building vacated by the deaths of several hundred officials. Ordinary folks dared not reside there, but for Hua Xiong, such a bold figure, it was nothing, and he found a clean place to settle.

"This looks like the strategist’s handiwork, don’t you think?" Guo Si transmitted to Duan Wei, "I’ve seen this style since over a decade ago."

"The brothers think so too, but don’t speak so recklessly," Duan Wei wiped his sweat discreetly. No wonder those from Xiliang knew instantly it was Li Youu because the style matched too well.

"You seem stronger than before, though not in terms of combat power, but my intuition tells me you’re more dangerous, stronger than the Zhiran batch," Guo Si remarked, noticing the subtle differences because he was once Xiliang’s commander-in-chief, and some belonged to his elite.

"We’ve reached the pinnacle of all legions. Following Flying Bear, Xiliang Iron Cavalry’s second Military Spirit Legion is ours," Duan Wei proudly patted his chest armor. "General Hua independently achieved a Military Spirit in the Northern Frontier Battle."

Guo Si was momentarily stunned, then overjoyed: "You achieved Military Spirit Legion status? How did you do it?! We’ve recently found a great training ground, and the brothers are growing stronger. I didn’t expect you to leap to the top."

"You’re still growing stronger?" Duan Wei’s tone rose. When they entered the Military Spirit Legion, their legion’s strength could no longer improve. Yet Guo Si claimed strength is increasing — was their previous state not the strongest below Military Spirit Legion?

"Indeed, while not obvious, we’ve been stuck for years. Any incremental improvement is palpable. After reaching our limit, we pushed our advantages to the extreme," Guo Si nodded affirmatively.

"I can hardly fathom it. You’ll have to discuss this with General Hua later," Duan Wei said, his mouth twitching.

Guo Si nodded. He couldn’t clearly explain to Duan Wei anyway since Duan Wei wasn’t the creator of the Military Spirit Legion. Guo Si was very keen on the methods to achieve the Military Spirit.

Because, generally outside combat, Li Jue and company felt superior to Hua Xiong, making Hua Xiong creating a Military Spirit Legion — by the same Xiliang Iron Cavalry — intriguing. Naturally, Guo Si wanted to try as well.

It made no sense for Hua Xiong to establish a Military Spirit Legion and Li Jue to break limits with Qi Refining to Gang and achieve legion talent. Were he and Fan Chou simply their lackeys?

While they were brothers, constantly relying on others was disheartening, especially since Fan Chou and they were once all same-level weaklings back then.