Abandoning literature for martial arts, starting by unleashing the beauty's bow.

If it weren't for the need for Cao Meng to enhance Liuzhou's image, Zhao Rulong would have already sent Cao Meng to the front lines to earn merit for Liuzhou.

Now that Lu Fengnian, who can also shoot a barrage of arrows, has arrived, Zhao Rulong naturally wants to bring him into his fold.

Lu Fengnian paused for a moment, then asked, "Commander, and the two commanders, if I could fire four arrows in quick succession, could I be appointed as a centurion?"

Upon hearing this, Zhao Rulong, Lei Hu, and Qin Sanming were all shocked.

Although there is only a one-arrow difference between four arrows in a row and three arrows in a row, the difficulty is worlds apart.

If Lu Fengnian could shoot four arrows in quick succession, his archery skills would be far superior to Cao Meng's.

Upon hearing these words, Cao Meng, who was standing at a distance, raised his eyebrows and scanned Lu Fengnian back and forth.

"Can you shoot four arrows in quick succession?"

After being shocked, Lei Hu exclaimed with delight, "Quickly, grab your bow and arrow and show this commander what it's like to shoot arrows!"

Lu Fengnian raised his head slightly, "If I could hit a target with four arrows in quick succession from sixty zhang away, could I be appointed as a centurion?"

Lei Hu was getting impatient. "Why are you so slow? If you can't take the job, just shoot first."

Qin Sanming snorted coldly, "Bragging and boasting, who can't do that?"

If we don't promise you a centurion's position, will you stop shooting?

Then you can just swagger out of the camp and brag about it everywhere?

At this point, he narrowed his eyes and said, "Lu Fengnian, you think our Liuzhou camp is your own vegetable garden?"

You can brag and spout nonsense without taking responsibility, and come in and out as you please?

I'm telling you, you better shoot right now.

"If you can't unleash four arrows in quick succession, or if you miss your target, I'll twist your head off and hang it on the city wall!"

Lu Fengnian remained calm, raised his eyes, and looked quietly at Qin Sanming. "If Commander Qin uses his official power and authority to oppress me, I naturally have no ability to resist."

However, I still stand by what I said before.

"You want me to shoot? Fine. But if I hit the target, you'll have to promise me the position of a centurion. If I miss, Commander Qin won't even need to lift a finger; I'll offer my head myself."

"You bastard! You dare provoke me? You really think I won't dare to fight back?"

After Qin Sanming finished speaking, his eyes turned cold, and he prepared to make a move.

"Wait a minute."

Zhao Rulong said in a low voice, "Lu Fengnian, a centurion is a regular military officer of the imperial court, and we cannot make promises lightly."

It's not just me; if you go to a neighboring state, they'll probably give you the same response.

"First, fire four arrows in quick succession. If you truly have the skill, I'll consider helping you."

Just as Qin Sanming was about to speak, Zhao Rulong raised his hand, stopping him from speaking.

Lei Hu said in a deep voice, "Lu Fengnian, the garrison commander said he had fought for you, what are you dawdling for? Hurry up and shoot!"

In our military camp, real skills are the foundation of one's confidence.

Show your skills before you can speak loudly.

Lu Fengnian hesitated for a moment, then said in a low voice, "I urge you, Commander, to keep your promise!"

Zhao Rulong frowned slightly.

Qin Sanming roared, "How dare you question the garrison commander! How audacious!"

Zhao Rulong raised his hand again and said in a slightly cold voice, "Lu Fengnian, I hope you can really shoot four arrows in quick succession."

Lu Fengnian didn't speak, but turned around and went to Cao Meng, whispering, "Lend me the bow."

Cao Meng handed over the longbow and quiver, and snorted, "Young man, you have to know when to brag. Bragging in our Liuzhou camp will cost you your head."

To ensure that I could hit the target every time with three consecutive arrows at a distance of sixty zhang, I practiced for more than ten years.

"Judging by your age, let alone four arrows in quick succession, I would be impressed if you could hit the target with three arrows in quick succession from a distance of sixty zhang."

Lu Fengnian slightly raised his eyelids and smiled, "If I hit the target with four arrows in quick succession, what would you say then?"

Without hesitation, Cao Meng replied, "From now on, I'll call you Master!"

Lu Fengnian smiled slightly, "My good disciple! Watch the arrow!"

Cao Meng's brows furrowed, and anger flashed across his face. He was about to speak.

Lu Fengnian already had a bow in his hand, and four iron arrows were quickly in place: one on the string, two on the sides of the bow, and the remaining one at his wrist.

Upon seeing his actions, Cao Meng's expression immediately changed.

A true expert's skill is immediately apparent.

As a fellow expert archer, Cao Meng could naturally discern the true value of Lu Fengnian's technique.

At this moment, he dropped his mocking expression and became serious.

Lu Fengnian placed the arrows and, without the slightest hesitation, quickly drew back the bowstring.

The bow is drawn as full as a full moon, and the arrow flies like a shooting star.

Four iron arrows, end to end, formed a line and shot out with a whooshing sound.

Thump, thump, thump, four muffled sounds.

Four iron arrows were driven into the target one after another, firmly anchoring the bullseye.

Zhao Rulong, Lei Hu, Qin Sanming, Cao Meng, and the soldiers in the distance were all dumbfounded, speechless for a long time.

Sixty feet long, four arrows in a row, each hitting the bullseye.

Such archery skills are truly awe-inspiring.

Lu Fengnian did not stop, and took out four more iron arrows.

Same technique, same movements, same speed.

After four sharp, thudding sounds, eight iron arrows were planted tightly together in the center of the target.

Two consecutive four-shot bursts, with no more than three breaths between them, and each arrow hit the bullseye.

Zhao Rulong and the others were even more shocked.

Lu Fengnian handed the bow back to Cao Meng, "Disciple, how was my archery?"

As Cao Meng received the bow, his face flushed crimson, his lips twitching repeatedly. Finally, he bowed respectfully to Lu Fengnian and said in a deep voice, "I accept my defeat, Master!"

Lu Fengnian was quite surprised, as he had taken Cao Meng's words as a joke.

Unexpectedly, Cao Meng took it seriously and even honored the promise on the spot.

This action made Lu Fengnian develop a good impression of Cao Meng.

So he returned the greeting with a cupped hand, saying, "Squad Leader Cao, please don't take it to heart. What you said just now was not to be taken seriously."

Cao Meng shook his head repeatedly, "I, Cao Meng, keep my word and don't play games."

Lu Fengnian smiled slightly, said no more, and turned his gaze to Zhao Rulong, "Commander, the arrows have all been shot, it's time for you to fulfill your promise."

Zhao Rulong snapped out of his daze, cleared his throat, and asked, "Who taught you archery?"

"I studied with a wounded veteran for about half a year."

After quickly responding, Lu Fengnian asked, "Sir, am I qualified to be a centurion?"

Zhao Rulong's eyes flickered, clearly weighing his options.

Qin Sanming, who was standing to the side, spoke up, "Practicing in the training ground and fighting on the battlefield are two different things."

Lu Fengnian, I admit your archery skills are indeed amazing.

But you've never experienced a life-or-death battle, so your lack of experience is a major weakness.

"To think you can become a centurion just by relying on your archery skills is far from enough!"

Lu Fengnian frowned, then raised his voice, "My lords, what do you want me to do to be qualified as a centurion? Please give me your reasons."