In a chaotic world, border soldiers begin their journey by enlisting in the army and getting married

That night.

Chen Shan and his fellow recruits received the best hospitality from Jingshan Battalion. A bonfire on the drill ground and the finest wine and meat created a rare carnival atmosphere in the military camp.

Meanwhile, in Chen Shan's tent, Chen Shan, along with four women, set up a hot pot.

"My lord, this was truly dangerous. We must not be reckless next time, and we must not risk our lives."

After listening to Chen Shan's account of the entire operation, the four women were all terrified.

It was extremely dangerous for a dozen or so green recruits to fight their way out of an encirclement of hundreds of enemy soldiers!

Especially knowing that the other party has set a trap, yet still going in, is inherently dangerous.

"It's alright, I'm back now, aren't I?"

"You should at least have a little more trust in your husband, shouldn't you? You know my abilities perfectly well."

Chen Shan joked, and as soon as he said it, the four women blushed.

"By the way, Ningning, that Captain Xiao Zhen, is he from your Xiao family? Is he loyal? If there's a problem, we should strike first."

Chen Shan told Xiao Ningning about this situation when he returned.

Upon hearing the question, Xiao Ningning immediately replied, "Indeed, he is one of my father's three adopted sons, and he has been working his way up from the bottom in the military."

"I never expected that this captain of Jingshan Camp, Ling Shi, would be like this."

"However, he is in an awkward position now, and I'm afraid... he can't help us."

Xiao Ningning was naturally delighted to have found the Xiao family.

However, her awkward situation made her even more depressed.

Seeing Xiao Ningning's depressed mood, Chen Shan immediately reached out and pinched Xiao Ningning's face.

"It's okay, you still have me, don't you?"

"Once I've earned enough military assets and gained status, I will definitely seek justice for you and the Xiao family."

"You are my women, Chen Shan's women. I will avenge every single suffering you have endured!"

Chen Shan spoke with utmost seriousness.

No sooner had he finished speaking than system notifications began to sound.

[Chu Yiren's favorability +1]

[Wang Xiaoya's favorability +1]

[Xiao Ningning's favorability +5]

[Congratulations, host! Xiao Ningning's favorability has reached 100! You have received a big gift pack!]

Chen Shan was also surprised by the system notification.

He didn't expect that Xiao Ningning would be the second to reach 100; he thought Wang Xiaoya would have an easier time.

I just don't know what's in this gift pack.

Just as Chen Shan was about to check, Liu Sanshi's voice rang out from outside the tent.

"Boss, the captain is here!"

Upon hearing this, the others also stood up. After all, the other party was a captain, and even if he was a member of the Xiao family, the rules still could not be disregarded.

As Xiao Zhen walked in, his gaze instantly fell on Xiao Ningning.

Seeing this, Chen Shan hurriedly ordered, "San Shi, don't let anyone approach the tent. Tell them it's the captain's order."

After giving the order, Xiao Zhen calmed down from his initial excitement.

He immediately bowed to Xiao Ningning.

However, just as he bowed, Xiao Ningning stopped him.

"Brother Xiao Zhen, you mustn't."

"I am now a criminal, and I am no longer the daughter of the Xiao family."

As Xiao Ningning spoke, tears welled up in her eyes. Despite her proud and aloof demeanor, she revealed the softness in her heart at this moment.

"Miss, no matter what, you are still a young lady of the Xiao family. As my adoptive father's son, my status will never change!"

Xiao Zhen's expression was serious and earnest.

What he said left Xiao Ningning speechless.

"Ahem, well, let's sit down first, and chat while we eat."

"Ruyu, please bring the Captain another set of chopsticks."

"Xiaoya, pour the wine."

Chen Shan gave a series of instructions, which immediately brought Xiao Zhen back to his senses. He then looked at the people in the tent and was stunned by what he saw.

The other three women were all quite beautiful, and it seemed they were all Chen Shan's wives.

He had already heard that some of the new recruits had brought four wives with them.

Doesn't that mean...?

"Miss, how can you share a husband with another man?"

"Even if, even if this kid has some skill, it's still unacceptable to do this."

Xiao Zhen quickly spoke up, immediately putting the situation in an awkward position.

Chen Shan was also at a loss for words.

"Brother, you mustn't speak recklessly. I am a criminal by nature. If it weren't for my husband taking us in back then, I'm afraid that when you see me again, I will already be a skeleton."

"Besides, the four of us sisters are willing to follow our husband."

Xiao Ningning's statement stunned Xiao Zhen, and when he looked at Chen Shan again, his expression became strange.

This guy?

Is his skill really that good? It's one thing to bewitch his own mistress, but to make several other attractive women willingly submit to him as well?

"Ahem, well, it's all the government's fault!"

"The court is corrupt, framing loyal officials and exploiting the people. If I didn't have some skills, it would be a problem for an ordinary person to support even one child."

"Um, Captain, you don't need to thank me."

Chen Shan spoke in a serious tone, which immediately made Xiao Zhen tremble with anger, and for a moment he didn't know how to answer.

That kid's words are really infuriating.

It's completely baffling.

"Brother, you know my situation, so don't worry about these things."

"Besides, I remember you have several wives, don't you, brother?"

Xiao Ningning reverted to her proud and aloof nature, making Xiao Zhen blush with just one sentence.

He quickly picked up some meat.

"Hey, what's this dish? The meat in this pot tastes much better than what you get outside."

A hot pot surprised Xiao Zhen.

"This was made by my husband, it's called hot pot. Brother, eat more, even the imperial palace might not have this kind of food."

Xiao Ningning looked smug, her face beaming with pride.

Seeing Xiao Ningning as playful as he had hoped, Xiao Zhen felt a little more at ease.

But she became increasingly curious about Chen Shan.

This person seems to be quite capable, and there's still a lot he doesn't know.

"Chen Shan, you have made a great contribution this time. The person you brought back was interrogated and a lot of important information was obtained. I will report this to the Tiannan Army. Military merits are not fake."

"Afterwards, I will appoint you as a centurion, after all, you brought back quite a few heads."

"I will also directly incorporate your brothers into your ranks."

After eating and drinking, Xiao Zhen finally spoke up.

Since they were all family, he had nothing to hide.

"A hundred households? So fast?"

Chen Shan was somewhat surprised.

In the Xia Kingdom, the only way to get promoted was through military merit, unless you had connections.

Chen Shan never expected that he would become a centurion after just one trip.

In the Xia Kingdom's military ranks, the lowest was squad leader, followed by platoon leader, centurion, chiliarch, left and right deputy generals, captain, and so on.

The results of this trip were indeed quite unexpected for Chen Shan.

"Sir, you haven't shown favoritism, have you?"

Chen Shan asked curiously.

Xiao Zhen immediately shook his head: "Even if it's for Miss's sake, I would like to take care of you. However, these are two different things. I will take care of you in your daily life, but not in terms of military merits."

"This is the rule of the Xiao family army. No one can show favoritism. This centurion position was given to me after discussing it with other generals."

"You deserve it."

Hearing Xiao Zhen's words, Chen Shan nodded slightly, feeling relieved that he had said that.