Everyone gathered around the dark device, saying it was short and long, flying and distributing camps, discussing heroes
Geng Jie smiled and said, "Team leader, I was just joking." Not long after, Qi Tianzhu and the others returned after washing up and changing into new military uniforms. Jiang Zhifei looked at them and said, "Hmm, it's true that people match their clothes and horses match their saddles. Wearing these new military uniforms makes you look especially spirited." Qi Tianzhu smiled and said, "Really?" Jiang Zhifei nodded. He Gang said, "Brother Qi, I heard Old Fourth Qi Tianmeng say that you also know how to use hidden weapons. Can you show us what they look like?" Qi Tianzhu hesitated for a moment before saying, "Actually, it's not inconvenient at all. Since Commissioner He wants to see them, we can take them out and show everyone." Qi Tianzhu took out several yue ling bi darts from his pocket and placed them on the table. Just as He Gang was about to pick one up to take a look, Qi Tianzhu quickly said, "Commissioner He, absolutely do not touch them!" He Gang jumped in fright and asked, "What's wrong?" Qi Tianzhu replied, "These hidden weapons are highly toxic. If you're stabbed by them, the consequences will be unthinkable."
He Gang was shocked and had to come over to the table, carefully examining these hidden weapons. Everyone else also gathered around, only to see that they were made of goose feathers and needles. Each feather had a needle inserted into it, but these needles were thicker and longer than those used for sewing at home. Moreover, they were hollow, and the tips occasionally flashed with a blue light. Anyone with experience in the Jianghu world could tell at a glance that they were coated with deadly poison. Qi Tianzhu said: "Everyone be extremely careful, do not touch them under any circumstances. If you accidentally get stabbed, the consequences are unthinkable." Gao Feixue asked: "What would happen if we got stabbed?" Qi Tianzhu replied: "If you get stabbed by these hidden weapons, the poison will attack your heart and block your throat in an instant, causing instantaneous death." Everyone hastily retreated from the hidden weapons.
Qitian Zhu said: "This hidden weapon is called the Five Poisonous Goose Feather Dart. It's extracted from three types of snake and insect venom, as well as two types of plant venom. The three types of snake and insect venom are the Seven-Step Snake, Black Widow, and Green Headed Viper. The two types of plant venom are Wolf's Bane Flower and Arrow Poison Wood. After extracting these venoms, they're mixed together to increase their toxicity by tenfold, dozens of times, or even hundreds of times. If someone is hit by the Five Poisonous Goose Feather Dart, no matter where on the body, they'll die instantly."
Gaofei Xue said: "I know about the Seven-Step Snake, but what are Black Widow and Green Headed Viper?" He Gang replied: "Black Widow is a highly venomous spider, while Green Headed Viper is a highly venomous centipede. Arrow Poison Wood and Wolf's Bane Flower are also highly toxic plants." Gaofei Xue exclaimed: "Ah, this hidden weapon is too sinister! How can you use something so evil?"
Qitian Zhu smiled and said: "This young lady speaks the truth. The Five Poisonous Goose Feather Dart is indeed too sinister. However, our master has set down a rule that only allows us to use it in three situations. First, when we're outnumbered and in a desperate situation, we can use it. Second, if the opponent uses a hidden weapon first, we can retaliate with the Five Poisonous Goose Feather Dart. Third, when dealing with evil bandits who have committed heinous crimes, we can also use it. Except for these three situations, if any of my Kunlun Sect disciples dare to use the Five Poisonous Goose Feather Dart recklessly and kill someone, our master will immediately execute them as a warning to others."
Gaofei Xue asked: "Then why do you have such a sinister hidden weapon?" Qitian Zhu replied: "Although it's sinister, we Kunlun Sect disciples won't dare to use it unless absolutely necessary. It's only used in extreme situations."
Jiang Zhi Fei nodded and said, "Not bad. Such a vicious hidden weapon should be used on the Japanese devils and traitors. We shouldn't have any mercy for these beasts." As they chatted, the sky had darkened, and Gao Fei Hu smiled and said, "Everyone, I'll order someone to set up a banquet to welcome our new brothers." The dishes were quickly served, and He Gang smiled and said, "Brothers, please take your seats." Everyone sat down one by one. Gao Fei Hu personally poured wine for Qi Tian Zhu and the others. As they drank, He Gang smiled and said, "Actually, our Flying Tiger Cavalry is not often so extravagant. On the contrary, we are usually very frugal. Today is a special occasion because Brother Qi has brought his brothers to join us." Qi Tian Zhu laughed and said, "He Gang, you're being too polite. We've suffered all sorts of hardships. There was once when we went four days and nights without eating anything. We were so hungry that our heads spun, and it felt like our hearts were stuck together. But we still managed to pull through."
Gao Fei Hu smiled and said, "Today is for welcoming our brothers, but in the future, we won't have such good food. I hope Qi Da Ge and our brothers can understand." Qi Tian Zhu smiled and said, "Brother Fei Hu, you're being too polite. We don't care about eating and drinking, as long as it fills our stomachs."
Jiang Zhi Fei smiled and said, "Don't worry about this, Qi Da Ge. We may not have big fish and meat, but filling our stomachs won't be a problem." After three rounds of wine, everyone was drunk and staggering around.
When they were all done eating and drinking, Jiang Zhi Fei said, "Xu Bin, Xiao Chen, take some brothers to prepare the rooms. Let them go rest." Xiao Chen said, "The rooms are already prepared. Brothers, follow me!" And so Qi Tian Zhu led his brothers to rest with Xiao Chen.
The next morning, everyone got up early and ate breakfast before gathering at the training grounds. Jiang Zhi Fei said, "Brothers, our Flying Tiger Cavalry now has 1,600 people. Today, I officially announce that we will divide into five battalions, each with about 330 people. I appoint Gao Fei Hu as the commander of the first battalion, Gao Fei Long as the commander of the second battalion, Gao Fei Hua as the commander of the third battalion, Geng Jie as the commander of the fourth battalion, and Qi Tian Zhu as the commander of the fifth battalion. I will reannounce our Flying Tiger Cavalry's Seven Kills Military Rules."
Jiang Zhi Fei read out loud; First, those who steal or rob others' property will be killed. Second, those who molest or rape women will be killed. Third, those who commit adultery or corrupt morals will be killed. Fourth, those who kill innocent people will be killed. Fifth, those who betray the country and surrender to the enemy will be killed. Sixth, those who flee in battle will be killed. Seventh, those who disrupt military morale will be killed.
He Gang took over and said; Brothers, our seven killing rules are not for a specific person, but for the entire Flying Tiger Cavalry Regiment. No matter who breaks the seven killing rules, they will be executed on the spot without mercy. Please think about it, if our Flying Tiger Cavalry Regiment does all sorts of bad things like murder and robbery, aren't we just like those bandits? What's the difference between us and the Japanese devils?
Jiang Zhi Fei continued; He Gang said it well, so our Flying Tiger Cavalry Regiment must have strict military discipline and clear rewards and punishments. We must not harm the civilians in any way, only then can we become a truly righteous army. However, just being harmless is not enough, we also need to have a fearless spirit that views death as nothing. Of course, He Gang and I will not let you all die in vain, because you are not only our comrades but also our brothers and sisters, and even closer than family.
But if we really face a life-or-death crisis, we must charge forward without hesitation, even if it means dying together with the enemy. If He Gang or I break the seven killing rules, you can all point your guns at us. But if any of you break the rules, we will not show mercy either.
As soon as Jiang Zhi Fei finished speaking, the whole scene erupted in a warm applause.
Gao Fei Xue said: "Master brother, you let my second sister be the camp leader, why don't you give me a chance to be a camp leader?" He Guang smiled and said: "You silly girl, because your second sister is cautious and thoughtful in her actions, and she can handle unexpected situations. But you are impulsive and reckless, and you don't think about the consequences. If I let you be the camp leader, you will definitely get into big trouble." Jiang Zhi Fei laughed and said: "Being a camp leader isn't something just anyone can do." Gao Fei Xue heard this and said: "I know, you all look down on me." Jiang Zhi Fei laughed loudly and said: "Fei Xue, if you want everyone to respect you, you must show some real skills." Gao Fei Xue said: "Fine, from now on I will study Sun Tzu's Art of War well. Later, I will make you give up the position of team leader to me." Everyone heard this and burst out laughing.
At this time, a person suddenly ran over from the crowd. Jiang Zhifei took a closer look and found that it was Xiao Zhang, the mailman. Xiao Zhang came to Jiang Zhifei's front and immediately saluted him. He said: "Report to the captain and political commissar, the Eighth Route Army Independent Brigade is surrounded by the heavy troops of the Kumamoto Division, and the situation is extremely critical. The brigade commander, Guo Yiming, sent an urgent telegram asking the Flying Tiger Cavalry Regiment to rush over for reinforcements." Jiang Zhifei and He Gang were both shocked when they heard this. He Gang asked in a hurry: "Where is the Eighth Route Army Independent Brigade now?" Xiao Zhang said: "The Eighth Route Army Independent Brigade is currently surrounded by the Kumamoto Division near Qinglongji." Jiang Zhifei said: "This time we're in trouble, the Kumamoto Division has more than 20,000 people, while the Eighth Route Army Independent Brigade only has more than 4,000 people. Whether it's from a military strength or equipment perspective, the two sides are extremely unevenly matched. It seems that the situation of the Eighth Route Army Independent Brigade is very dangerous."
He Gang said: How far is Qinglongji from our Changfeng County? Jiang Zhifei said: I've been to Qinglongji, it's at least 500 miles away from us. He Gang said: What time is it now? Jiang Zhifei took out his pocket watch and looked at it, saying: It's not yet eight o'clock. He Gang said: A long-distance raid of 500 miles requires at least seven hours of time. Our war horses are fast, but they will also get tired after such a long distance, so their speed will definitely slow down. Jiang Zhifei said: That's right, if we set out now, we can arrive in Qinglongji by three o'clock this afternoon at the latest. If we calculate according to time, the Eighth Route Army Independent Brigade should be able to hold on until then. He Gang nodded and said: Alright, everyone quickly bring dried rations, water, and fodder, and prepare to set out.
