Chapter 45: Gong Kang II
Word Number:244
Author:王者之路
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Release Time:2026-03-08
Fate is an inescapable destiny, and heroes often meet a tragic end. In the square outside Windwood Citadel, nearly ten thousand soldiers armed with long spears stood in formation, infantry and cavalry aligned in separate columns, their impressive bearing on full display as they awaited inspection. Gong Kang commanded deep respect within the Spear Corps for two key reasons: his superior martial skills earned universal admiration, and despite being the Great Chief's eldest son, he carried no airs, mingling freely with the soldiers, treating them as his own with fair rewards and disciplined leadership. Though classified as a militia, the Spear Corps rivaled regular army units—even surpassing them in certain aspects—maintaining strict discipline and unwavering obedience to orders. The corps consisted of infantry and cavalry. Soldiers wore leather armor, carrying shields in their left hands and long spears in their right. Five short javelins were strapped to their backs, with longbows slung across their shoulders. Longswords hung at their left hips, and arrow quivers at their right. The spears, over two meters long and notably heavy, required exceptional arm strength—every member was selected for their outstanding physical power. When the signal officer spotted Gong Kang and his two companions, he issued a command. The bugler sounded the horn, and the soldiers raised their spears in unison, paying homage to their commander. The sight of the mighty Spear Corps revitalized Gong Kang. Drawing his Dragonflame Sword, he rode along the front line