Ding Xiao is a proud and arrogant person. There are very few people in the entire Minzhuang Regiment that he admires. Apart from the regiment leader Jiang Jiang and the battalion commander Jin Zhu, Liu Gongfu is the only one he can look up to.
But the reason why Ding Xiao admires Liu Gongfu is not because of his martial arts and abilities, but because of his open-minded, honest and simple character.
Zhu Renxia was very curious about the candidate Ding Xiao was talking about at this moment. Who else could Ding Xiao praise so highly?
Is it Zhu Junjian, who is also from Wulong Mountain, or Xu Le, who is from Qi Jiajun? Or is it Qualcomm who just joined Chang'an Town less than a month ago?
Zhu Renxia didn't think it was the case. Even if Ding Xiao would recommend someone among them, he would never say "Looking at the entire Minzhuang Group, no one is above his ability."
But Jiang Guanjun had already guessed the person Ding Xiao was going to recommend, and couldn't help but rub his chin and laugh: "Could it be that the person Ding Xiao was talking about was Pang Feihong?"
Ding Xiao nodded with admiration: "I'm talking about Mr. Pang Bai."
"Which President Pang?"
Zhu Renxia was stunned at first, and then he remembered the Qi Jiajun general manager named Pang Feihong whom Qin Qin had recommended half a year ago, "Could he be the cousin of his husband that Mrs. Qin mentioned?"
It seems that this man and Qi Qin's husband are cousins. They are also from Dengzhou Prefecture in Shandong Province. They are the juniors of General Qi Jiguang from the same hometown. They are praised by Jiang Guanjun for their excellent riding skills and unparalleled bow and arrow.
Ding Xiao nodded and said: "This is the person I'm talking about. He is skilled in bow and horse, has superb archery skills, and his abilities are far superior to mine. He is more suitable to be a battalion commander than me."
Zhu Renxia said in confusion: "At that time, Mrs. Qin and Captain Jiang also strongly recommended this person, but where is he now? Could it be that he has come to our Chang'an town? Why didn't I know about it?"
Jiang Guanjun explained with a smile: "Brother Pang has been in our Chang'an Town for seven or eight days, but he didn't want to be said to have relied on connections to get to the position, so he refused to let me introduce him to the mayor. He is currently serving as an unknown person in the company to be compiled. Little soldier, I don’t know how Captain Ding noticed him?”
"A few days ago, I got up early to patrol. It was only five o'clock in the morning when I found someone practicing martial arts in the open space in the inner city. I saw him dodge and move around, punching and kicking people. I admired him deeply, and after talking with him, I learned that he was in the Qi family army. Served as the chief executive and fought side by side with the regimental commander."
Ding Xiao sincerely recounted the experience of getting to know Pang Feihong, with no hesitation in words of praise and a sincere expression on his face.
Zhu Renxia was overjoyed: "That's great. Come on, go to the waiting company immediately and find Mr. Pang Bai."
As soon as the words came out of his mouth, Zhu Renxia changed his mind again: "That's it, that's all. To show my respect for Mr. Pang, I'll go and invite him in person."
At the moment, Zhu Renxia invited Ding Xiao to accompany him, and asked Jiang Erhu, the company to be formed, to follow him, and together they left the meeting hall and went to the dormitory of the People's Zhuang Regiment to look for people.
After a meal, Zhu Renxia finally found Pang Feihong who was reading in the dormitory.
I saw that he was about 26 or 27 years old, with thick eyebrows and big eyes, a sturdy back, a pair of long and thick arms, and a slender height estimated to be about nine feet. At a glance, you can tell that he has a good body for practicing martial arts.
Pang Feihong hurriedly put down the "Sun Tzu's Art of War" in his hand, stood up and saluted in a neither humble nor condescending manner: "Mayor Zhu, Company Commander Ding, Company Commander Jiang, are you here to see me?"
"Haha... Mr. Pang Bai really has the demeanor of a general!"
Zhu Renxia couldn't help but give a thumbs up, "Obviously you are one of the best among the Qi family's army, but you still lie dormant among the people and don't strive for fame and fortune. It's really admirable."
Pang Feihong smiled faintly and said: "The mayor has given me the reward. I, Pang Feihong, have just arrived and I am already very grateful for being taken in. How can I fight for fame or profit before I have made any achievements? If I make contributions in the future, the mayor will promote me. , that is recognition of my ability. If I get to the position based on the recommendation of my cousin-in-law and Captain Jiang, how can everyone obey me?"
"I am convinced, I, Ding Xiao, am convinced!"
Before Pang Feihong finished speaking, Ding Xiao rushed to interrupt him.
"There was chaos in Guizhou, and Yang Guozhu, the capital commander, died under the sword of the rebels. The mayor was promoted to the magistrate of Jinping County by the prefect Li Yao, and he was going to lead Minzhuang from Chang'an Town to Guiyang for reinforcements. But Battalion Commander Liu Gongfu had other appointments. At present, we The Chang'an Town Minzhuang Regiment lacks a battalion commander, so I recommend to the town mayor that you be the commander of the second battalion."
After listening to Ding Xiao's introduction to the situation, Pang Feihong fell into deep thought: "I, Pang Feihong, have just arrived and have not made any achievements yet. How can He De be the battalion commander?"
Zhu Renxia raised his arm and patted Pang Feihong on the shoulder, and said sincerely: "Brother Pang, you have served as the Chief Hundred Officer in the Qi Army, a seventh-grade official recognized by the imperial court, and in charge of hundreds of brothers.
In terms of ability, you are definitely the perfect candidate for battalion commander. Commander Jiang is a brave champion of the three armies, and he also praises your riding and martial arts skills, so regardless of your qualifications and ability, you are qualified for the position of battalion commander.
Our Chang'an Army will encounter rebels at any time after entering Guiyang. It is the time to hire people. I hope that Brother Pang will put the people of Guizhou first, fight for the common people in the world, and fight for the souls of the dead Qi Army! "
After listening to Zhu Renxia's words, Pang Feihong no longer hesitated and bowed with his fists: "Since the mayor is so respectful, I, Pang Feihong, am more respectful than obeying orders. I am willing to use my blood to fight for the Ming Dynasty again!"
"Haha... great, our Chang'an Army has General Pang Bai as the battalion commander, which is even more powerful!" Zhu Renxia was overjoyed and couldn't help but give high-fives.
Ding Xiao gave Zhu Renxia a thumbs up: "Mayor, I think the name Chang'an Army is very impressive!"
Zhu Renxia nodded: "We are an army from Chang'an Town, and we will call ourselves the Chang'an Army from now on."
"Is it possible? Will it attract criticism?" Ding Xiao looked worried.
Zhu Renxia said firmly: "I am now an official of the imperial court, and I have been ordered by the prefect to form an army. We are now considered a regular army. Raising the flag is reasonable and legal."
"Okay, then our Chang'an Town Civilian Regiment will be called the Chang'an Army after we go out to fight!" Ding Xiao followed the order with his fists clasped.
Zhu Renxia patted Pang Feihong on the arm: "Commander Pang, come with me to the meeting hall. The generals of our Chang'an Army are waiting for you to take office. I will take you to get to know everyone."
"I obey the mayor's instructions."
Pang Feihong neatly accepted the order with clasped fists, and he and Ding Xiao followed Zhu Renxia out of the dormitory and headed to the meeting hall.
Before leaving, Zhu Renxia told Jiang Erhu again: "Second uncle, Brother Pang is now the battalion commander and can no longer live in the Minzhuang dormitory. Go back and tell the town committee to allocate him a dormitory to live alone. .”
"Okay." The honest and honest Jiang Erhu agreed enthusiastically.
Pang Feihong said boldly: "It doesn't matter. I would rather live with you brothers. It's fun to listen to them brag and talk about their heroic deeds in the past."
After a while, Zhu Renxia brought Pang Feihong to the meeting hall.
Except for Ding Xiao and Jiang Erhu who followed him out, the other eleven company commanders were waiting for the arrival of the new battalion commander. When they saw Pang Feihong come in, they all looked at him with wide eyes.
To be fair, Pang Feihong's body and temperament instantly surpassed most of the people present. After all, he had been the chief executive of the Qi family army and had seen large-scale battles.
He walks with a majestic and majestic pace, truly interpreting the military posture of "standing like a pine tree and walking like the wind."
Zhu Renxia came to sit on the chair in the center of the hall and said loudly: "Everyone, this is the candidate for battalion commander recommended by Company Commander Ding. Like his third uncle, he is from the Qi Army and once served as the chief executive. Penglai County, Dengzhou Prefecture, Shandong His surname is Pang and his given name is Feihong, and he is from a neighboring village to General Qi Jiguang."
Everyone present was convinced of Pang Feihong's origin.
The world-famous Qi Family Army was not only a regular army of the imperial court, but also the elite among the elite, and could be called the most powerful force in the Ming Dynasty. If you can reach the rank of 100 in this team and become a grassroots officer recognized by the imperial court, you will naturally be qualified to become the battalion commander of the Chang'an Town Minzhuang Regiment.
"Since Brother Pang has served as General Manager of the Qi Army, he is naturally qualified for the position of battalion commander."
"Dengzhou Prefecture has produced numerous heroes since ancient times. During the Three Kingdoms period, there was the famous general Tai Shici, during the Song Dynasty, there was Sun Li, and during the current dynasty, there was General Qi Jiguang. I believe that Battalion Commander Pang is also a hero."
"It's a great honor to be a fellow countryman of General Qi. I guess martial arts is a popular practice in this place, right?"
Amidst the commotion, Zhu Renxia continued: "According to Captain Jiang, Battalion Commander Pang is not only proficient in swords and guns, but also has strong martial arts skills, and his riding skills are outstanding. He can be called the best among the Qi family's army."
"What's even more rare is that Battalion Commander Pang is not only very capable, but also has an upright character. Despite the strong recommendation of Commander Jiang and the recommendation of Mrs. Qin, he didn't mention a word and became a soldier in obscurity. He was determined to rely on his Military merit wins a position, how can we treat such a magnanimous gentleman with indifference?"
"Well done to Commander Pang. I, Wang Sanqiao, support you as the battalion commander!"
"Brother Pang is truly a gentleman. His integrity alone makes him qualified to be the battalion commander."
"Indeed, Brother Pang is a talented person with great abilities and an open mind. He is really the best choice for the battalion commander. All the soldiers of our seventh battalion unanimously support brother Pang Feihong as the battalion commander!"
After Zhu Renxia finished speaking, everyone in the hall held hands and shouted, giving full support to Pang Feihong.
