The three of them deliberated, and in the end, it was a three-to-two victory.
These were martial combat, troop deployment, and finally, mounted archery.
Fan Zehao listened to these three points and found them quite reasonable. As a commander, these three aspects were essential, so he did not interfere.
Conversely, Wu Yi was most skilled in archery, Leng Han excelled in martial combat, and troop deployment was something every general was adept at. Therefore, in this competition, both Wu Yi and Leng Han were confident of completely defeating the opponent, not just Yu Meng.
The generals' competition attracted many soldiers who came to watch and cheer for their respective generals.
The first match, martial combat, was Yu Meng's weak point. Firstly, she was young, and her innate strength certainly couldn't compare to two grown men.
The three stood before a table, looking at the three folded papers on it. Although Leng Han was not optimistic about Yu Meng being the commander, they were both from the Yun Kingdom after all, so he naturally had to unite against outsiders.
Leng Han glanced at Yu Meng, then at Wu Yi, and said, "This general thinks there's no need to draw lots. The two of us are men, let's go first. Whoever wins will then compete against her, a woman!"
How could Wu Yi not understand his subtle intentions? A mocking smile curved his lips. He glanced at the county princess, who barely reached his chest, and sneered, "I don't mind. Of course, sometimes girls should be let off easy, lest people say we big men won unfairly."
The sarcastic words made Yu Meng's ears itch. What was wrong with being a girl? Why look down on women so much?
Were these two seven-foot men not born of women?
It was just that they didn't crawl out of her belly, otherwise, they would have to call her mother!
Yu Meng glared at the defiant Wu Yi and retorted, "Uncle, don't bully the poor and young. With these old arms and legs, this county princess is truly afraid that one blow might cripple you. If that happens, don't cry to your mother."
Wu Yi was mocked by her again, his face turning red. Before he could organize his thoughts to retort, he saw her pick up a piece of paper, which clearly bore his name.
Immediately, Wu Yi's face changed from overcast to sunny. He grinned widely, revealing a row of big teeth.
He laughed, "I truly hope your small physique is as tough as your mouth. If I slap you half to death later!"
"Your mouth is worse than a dung bucket. If you can't speak, shut up. We'll see real skill on the battlefield."
After throwing down her words, Yu Meng directly entered the arena. Since it was a friendly match, all three parties had to use weapons and stop at a touch.
As they were about to start the first match, Zhao Jiaqi, the mother, finally arrived.
Fan Zehao met her from afar. After they checked each other, they smiled at each other.
"Seeing that you are safe and sound, my heart can finally rest."
Zhao Jiaqi met Fan Zehao's affectionate gaze and smiled at him, holding his hand. "I only slept soundly after hearing you returned safely. I just finished dealing with matters outside and hurried over. Seeing you whole and complete, I am so happy."
As the two were in deep affection, cheers erupted from over there.
The couple looked over together and saw Wu Yi standing in the arena, smiling down at Yu Meng on the ground.
At this sight, Zhao Jiaqi's face instantly darkened. Just as she was about to rush forward, Fan Zehao stopped her. "Don't go, they are competing."
Zhao Jiaqi had just arrived and didn't know what was happening, but she saw Wu Yi bullying her daughter.
Fan Zehao quietly recounted the events to her, and Zhao Jiaqi finally understood the whole story!
Zhao Jiaqi felt that Yu Meng's choice was correct. How could being a general be easy?
If the soldiers didn't recognize you, even with an empty title, it would be of no use.
"Yu Meng has inherited your genes. She's loved running to the barracks since she was little. She has none of the gentleness and virtue a girl should have; instead, her personality is becoming more and more uninhibited!"
Zhao Jiaqi worried about Yu Meng. If the child continued to develop this way, how would she get married when she grew up?
Who would want such a rough girl?
Fan Zehao chuckled and patted her shoulder, comforting her, "Look at the men in the army, which one is coy? As long as our daughter likes men, let her do as she pleases with other things!"
She playfully pinched the extra flesh on his waist.
This father was too carefree.
The two watched the two people competing. Seeing them, she couldn't help but think of "Beauty and the Beast."
A petite woman, agilely playing with a beast. The beast, in its rage, wanted to deliver a fatal blow to the woman, but was ambushed from below the belt!
Seeing this, Zhao Jiaqi covered her eyes. This move was truly unbearable to watch. Her daughter was only thirteen, and would be fourteen after the New Year. How could she...
Everyone present was stunned for a moment, then suddenly burst into laughter, with surprisingly warm applause.
Zhao Jiaqi complained to Fan Zehao, "Look at your daughter, her actions are truly... a bit too fierce!"
Her daughter had won the match, and as a father, he was naturally overjoyed. He laughed heartily and said, "Wife, there's no distinction between men and women on the battlefield. Winning is the hard truth; losing means losing your life!"
Fan Zehao, overjoyed, realized he had said the wrong thing. He quickly turned to comfort her, "Um, wife... look at it from another angle. If you're not thick-skinned, you can't have enough to eat. You'll be bullied. Our daughter is a woman, she's already at a disadvantage against men. If she's also coy, tell me, can she lead soldiers well?"
She also understood this reasoning, but that move from behind... She stamped her foot anxiously. "But she shouldn't have used such a devious trick in public! How will she get married in the future? If today's incident gets out, then she'll..."
She would be an old maid for life!
Even if she didn't say it, Fan Zehao guessed it.
"The children's marriages are their own decisions. Let's not worry about it. You always say, don't act as a servant for your children. If she's not anxious, why are you?"
"Besides, the child is so young, and you're already rushing to be a grandmother. It feels like time is flying by."
After all this back and forth, it turned out to be her own fault.
Fine, if she couldn't win the argument, she wouldn't say anymore. It was more important to watch the competition.
Wu Yi lost, unwilling and unconvinced. In his entire life, this was the first time he had been publicly humiliated by a woman, and moreover, a woman who was not yet married.
He truly did not expect this county princess to pull such a move.
He stomped off the stage, still spewing threats as he left.
Leng Han, who had been watching from below for a while, was also quite startled by the county princess's move. He patted his chest in secret, thankfully the county princess had drawn Wu Yi, otherwise, it would have been him who was disgraced.
After watching a normal match, Leng Han finally understood Yu Meng, the county princess. She was not one to speak empty words. She truly had potential. Judging by the fact that she had no battlefield experience, and a slender woman could defeat the tall and strong Wu Yi, she was truly not to be underestimated.
If it were himself facing Wu Yi, he couldn't be certain of victory. With this thought, Leng Han became even more cautious.