books44 Chapter 124 A Martial Arts Transmigration Story (5)
Chapter 124 A Martial Arts Transmigration Story (5)
Shi Qi wasn't just fooling Jiang Xinyue when he said he would stay here for a while; he genuinely had something important to do.
Over the past century, the relationship between the imperial court and the martial arts world has been subtle and complex.
The imperial court rules over vast lands and maintains order, while the martial arts world is a place full of heroes, valiant men, and extraordinary individuals, with its own rules and code of conduct.
Previously, the two sides were barely able to maintain a balance.
However, in recent years, several sects have been extending their reach further and further, seemingly wanting to overthrow the dynasty and become emperors themselves.
The original owner of Shi Qi's body was assassinated by someone sent by the sect, who wanted to replace her with their own people in the Imperial Guard.
The border atmosphere is currently very tense, with foreign enemies eyeing the country covetously. The imperial court is short of troops and is in a predicament.
In order to replenish his ranks, Shi Qi turned his attention to these martial arts figures.
Aren't they always bullying and bullying the kind-hearted? Let's take them to the frontier to fight against foreign tribes.
On this issue, ministers in the bustling capital city debated endlessly in the imperial court.
Some ministers believed that江湖人士 (jianghu figures) were difficult to control and had unruly personalities, and that recruiting them into the army might bring more trouble.
However, other ministers pointed out that most of the martial arts practitioners possessed unique skills, and if they could be employed by the court, it would greatly enhance the strength of the army.
Ultimately, after careful consideration, the emperor decided to issue a conscription order to the martial arts world.
This is no easy task; it seriously infringes upon the interests of the sect, and one wrong move could cost you your life.
After hearing the rumors about the Mad Saber Sect, Shi Qi took the initiative to accept this task.
After Lin Wei became the leader of the martial arts alliance, this matter was able to begin.
He didn't concern himself with specific matters; he just practiced his sword every day. However, he had already started practicing the second move, which was still a single strike.
It's funny, the sects were choosing a leader to fight against the demonic path.
But now that the cult leader is dead, the already loosely organized demonic sects are leaderless and have no destructive power whatsoever.
Shi Qi spent some time gathering these people under her control.
The leader of the alliance has no work to do against the demonic forces, but he can use that to recruit soldiers.
The conscription order caused an uproar in the martial arts world, with all the major sects discussing the matter.
Some sects strongly opposed it, believing that martial arts practitioners should not get involved in the court's disputes, and that their mission was to uphold justice in the martial arts world;
Some hesitated, worried about being taken advantage of, but also felt that they should step forward when the country was in danger.
In a secluded valley, in the council hall of the Qingyun Sect.
The sect leader, Dao Xuan Zhenren, sat at the head of the table, stroking his beard as he looked down at the elders and disciples below.
The Qingyun Sect is currently discussing the conscription order.
"The imperial court has issued a conscription order. This matter is of great importance. I wonder what everyone's opinion is?" Dao Xuan Zhenren's expression was solemn.
"Sect Leader, the imperial court and the martial arts world have always kept to themselves, but now they want us to join the army. This is probably not appropriate."
People from the martial arts world, used to their freedom, how can they adapt to the discipline of the military?
Senior Brother Lin Feng stepped forward.
"Senior Brother, you are mistaken. Now that the country is in trouble, how can we, as people of the martial world, sit idly by?"
It would be our honor to contribute to the defense of our country.
Second Senior Sister Su Yao held a different opinion.
The disciples expressed their opinions and debated endlessly.
Dao Xuan Zhenren raised his hand to lower his voice: "This matter is indeed a dilemma, but we must not forget our chivalrous spirit."
Although there are risks involved in the imperial court's conscription, it is also an opportunity for us to serve our country loyally.
I have decided to send some disciples to join the army, while the rest will remain to guard the sect and continue to protect the martial world.
In another bustling town, members of the Black Dragon Gang gathered together.
Gang leader Long Xiaotian was a generous and magnanimous man. He looked at the conscription order in his hand and fell into deep thought.
One of the subordinates spoke up: "Boss, the imperial court is trying to drag us down to be cannon fodder! We can't fall for that."
Long Xiaotian frowned: "The border is in grave danger. If we stand idly by, how can we remain unscathed when the country falls into enemy hands?"
After some discussion, the Black Dragon Gang also decided to send some of its members to join the army.
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As time went on, more and more martial arts practitioners responded to the imperial court's conscription order.
Of course, some sects also try to preserve their strength by closing their gates and remaining secluded.
This is where Gu Shijiu and Lin Wei came in handy.
With the two men's efforts to persuade them, even sects that originally did not intend to leave the mountain sent many disciples down the mountain.
Strangely enough, those who were the most stubborn and the most domineering towards the court were the ones who received the most people.
These people from the martial arts world were initially very uncomfortable and even developed a sense of resistance.
However, Gu Shijiu also held the official title of Marquis of Yudu in the imperial court, and in fact also served as an imperial inspector, managing military training.
Although Gu Shijiu didn't know how to train soldiers, she would strictly follow her superiors' orders.
Anyone who misbehaves will be fine after a beating; if that doesn't work, two beatings will do.
The effect is remarkable.
As the court had predicted, in the winter of the following year, the foreign tribes indeed launched a large-scale invasion from the south.
In truth, these alien races had given this matter considerable thought; they were not acting rashly.
With the imperial court weakened and the army insufficient, many young and middle-aged men were spending their days in sects.
At this point, it would be a disservice to our ancestors not to head south and take something.
Unexpectedly, these alien races encountered an army group that had adapted to strict discipline, learned teamwork, obeyed orders, and possessed martial arts skills.
Through the baptism of brutal war, the martial arts practitioners gradually grew into qualified soldiers.
They witnessed firsthand how bloody the real inter-ethnic battles for survival were on the frontier, and realized how naive they had been before.
Countless martial arts practitioners learned to fight for their country and nation.
Through their actions, they exemplified the chivalrous spirit and patriotism of those who live the life of江湖儿女 (jianghu children, meaning people from all walks of life).
In battle after battle, many martial arts practitioners paid the ultimate price.
Some of them fell on the battlefield, while others died from their injuries.
So Gu Shijiu also brought the doctors from Baicaoyuan to the battlefield.
This war lasted for three years.
Nowadays, it's almost impossible to distinguish between江湖人士 (jianghu figures, people from martial arts circles) and ordinary soldiers in the army; everyone fights bravely together and advances and retreats side by side.
They used their lives to safeguard the dignity of the nation and the security of the people.
Ultimately, the imperial army emerged victorious and successfully repelled the enemy.
After the war, the imperial court highly praised the performance of the martial arts figures.
They were awarded honors and prizes, becoming heroes in the eyes of the people, no longer troublemakers;
Those martial arts figures who sacrificed their lives in the war will be forever remembered.
Because of this war, the relationship between the imperial court and the martial arts world changed.
With a large number of disciples from various sects joining the army, the imperial court's military strength has become unprecedentedly powerful.
People in the martial arts world felt more connected to the imperial court and were more willing to accept its governance. After the war, they received land but did not return to their sects.
As one faction gains and the other loses, the sect's control gradually weakens until it disappears completely.