"In the previous instances, the court allocated military funds, but the finances were limited, and there was a shortage of armor and weapons for the soldiers. Hence, I could only recruit fifty thousand new soldiers."
"But this time, our Devoted Army has received support from several prominent families in various prefectures, so the military funds, provisions, and equipment are sufficiently provided, allowing us to recruit seventy thousand new soldiers."
Chen Yuan nodded, calculating silently in his heart.
With seventy thousand new troops and thirty thousand veteran soldiers, combined, there are one hundred thousand soldiers, plus the sect disciples cooperating with the Devoted Army...
If trained properly, the power of the Devoted Army should be restored somewhat.
Though not comparing to the Taishan Army or the Wuan Army, it would still form some combat strength, adequately guarding Beixiong Pass.
"Can Grandpa trust our Devoted Army's Deputy General, Chou Long?"
