My father is a Confucian sage, but the system forces me to be a crude warrior

Chapter 345 Father, you're not planning a rebellion, are you?

Zeng Anmin was also somewhat bewildered at this moment.

"A thousand people joining forces in a mirage?"

This was the first time he had ever heard of such an experience.

He scanned the entire area.

All the Confucian disciples were completely bewildered.

Although they were students from the countryside, they were outstanding individuals from their respective regions, no less talented than some geniuses from the capital.

But ever since I participated in the imperial examination, I have always participated in the illusion array alone. How could I have ever done this before?
However, they had no time to think about it.

Zeng Shilin, who was on the high platform, had already stood up without any expression.

He looked calmly at the students, his body shimmering with golden light, and his voice, like a bell, drifted into the ears of every student:

"All those who have come today are heroes of Confucianism and Taoism."

"I have specially selected the most suitable exam questions for you."

After he finished speaking, he slowly waved his hand, and in the distance, a phoenix cry rang out, accompanied by a dragon's roar that shook people's hearts.

Everyone stared at him in disbelief.

Even Zeng Anmin was somewhat puzzled.

He didn't know what his father was going to do.

"The title of this exam is: The Saint Descends Upon the Demon Mountain."

"As before, once you enter the illusion array, your memories of the exam will be blocked."

"It all depends on your individual choices."

…………

"Groan!!"

The golden phoenix and the golden dragon slowly took to the air.

It emits twinkling starlight.

More than a thousand candidates felt as if they were being lifted up uncontrollably.

"Don't struggle, I will escort you into the arena."

The last words spoken to everyone were these.

Then everyone's vision went black.

In the center of the field, a huge scroll slowly unfurled.

The Illusionary Array Imperial Examination has officially begun.

……

Zeng Anmin opened his eyes.

Zeng Shilin remained calmly on the stage, looking down at the crowd below.

Master Xu also flew to the side of Zeng Shilin.

Sai Chuxue, the deputy examiner...

Just like before, there was no change whatsoever.

What's happening here?
Zeng Anmin frowned in thought.

Didn't they say they were sending us into battle?

Why is there no change?

"I don't know when the exam will start."

A familiar voice sounded.

It's Liu Xian's.

"Yes, we've been waiting for so long and the illusion array still hasn't opened."

Hearing his complaint, others chimed in with a similar comment.

Hear this.

Zeng Anmin suddenly realized something.

Their memories have indeed been blocked.

It seems this is the examination room.

Just like when he first entered the illusion array in the Eastern Palace, he did not change locations.

"quiet."

Zeng Shilin slowly stood up, his gaze fixed on the candidates below, his voice resounding throughout the hall:
"Xiang Liu died a few days ago, at my hands. You should have already heard about it."

After he spoke, everyone looked at him.

The initial murmurs gradually subsided.

Zeng Shilin, who slew the Demon Emperor, now enjoys a great reputation throughout the human race.

"News of Xiang Liu's death has now reached the Ten Thousand Demon Mountains."

"Now, many demon kings are united in their hatred of the enemy and have joined forces to attack the border of our Holy Dynasty."

"The border is now in dire straits, with blood flowing for miles."

Zeng Shilin's gaze remained calm, but his voice grew increasingly cold:

"The Mandarin Duck Formation is now quite mature, which enables our Great Holy Dynasty's soldiers to fight against the demon race in the mountains without being at a disadvantage."

"But every Mandarin Duck Formation needs a Confucian scholar." "Now, the nation is in dire need of talent, and you are the best candidates!"

"Moreover, with Xiang Liu dead, the Ten Thousand Demon Mountain is now leaderless."

"This is also the best time for our human race to fight back in thousands of years."

"I have informed His Majesty that a little over a month ago, our Holy Dynasty also joined forces with the Jiang Kingdom to devise a plan to conquer the Demon Mountain in the south within three months."

Zeng Shilin's body erupted with golden light, emanating an overwhelming aura:
"Is there any of you willing to join my army and head straight for Ten Thousand Demon Mountain in three months?"

"This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity!"

"To be remembered in history, today is the day!"

"Therefore, I hereby report to His Majesty and summon you to join the army."

"Those who are willing will leave this place with me later."

"Those who are unwilling may remain here to continue the imperial examination."

After a long speech.

Everyone was stunned.

Zeng Anmin then realized what was happening.

Oh, this time it's a large-scale war instance.

He had heard from his father that, in reality, they were already preparing to launch a counterattack against Wan Yao Mountain.

Moreover, now that the human race has the Mandarin Duck Formation, it also has the ability to fight against the demon race in the mountains.

But there is a challenge here.

Each Mandarin Duck Formation needs to be equipped with a Confucian scholar.

Where can we find these Confucian scholars?

The best candidates were naturally the Confucian scholars who had finally reached the imperial examinations through the various levels of civil service examinations!

This spring imperial examination is both a competition and a training exercise.

Having experienced a battle against the demon race within the illusion array means you've gained experience.

Next, after heading straight for Wan Yao Mountain in reality, it is foreseeable how invincible the well-prepared Holy Dynasty army will be!
These Confucian scholars who returned from the battlefield would also receive considerable benefits due to their enormous military achievements.

of course……

A terrible idea also formed in Zeng Anmin's mind.

This time, the demon-hunting expedition will definitely be led by my father.

If these Confucian scholars are all brought under my father's control after this war, then they will have a significant advantage not only in the imperial court but also in the army...

hiss~
Dad, what exactly are you trying to do?
Although the thought only flashed through his mind, Zeng Anmin still swallowed hard.

His gaze was fixed on Zeng Shilin, who was giving a speech.

"Who among you is going to come?!"

Seeing the entire audience fall silent, Zeng Shilin on stage let out another loud shout.

Zeng Anmin understood.

He silently made his plans.

Since we are currently in the process of creating an illusion array, this choice is absolutely crucial!
"This act benefits the present and future generations!"

Zeng Anmin instinctively raised his arm and shouted: "I do not seek to be remembered in history, but only to leave behind an everlasting peace for future generations!!"

With his loud shout.

The scene fell silent at first.

Then a group of Confucian scholars immediately reacted, their faces flushed as they raised their arms:
"We swear to follow Duke Qi to the death! To slay demons and exterminate evil! It is our duty as Confucian scholars to do so!!"

As these sounds rang out.

Zeng Shilin slowly stood up, his gaze hovering solemnly in the air.

Under everyone's gaze.

Slowly bow to them:

"On behalf of future generations, I thank you all."

"Those who wish to come, please stand on the left and leave with me."

This ritual was performed.

Some people's eyes welled up with tears.

Damn it! Even the current emperor, who is considered the second most powerful, bowed to them. What more could they want?
"We swear to follow Lord Wenqing to the death!!"

Most of the people stepped into the left-hand line without even thinking.

Of course, many people are also hesitating on the right.

“Brother Quanfu, I… I’m the only son in my family, and I have to take care of my father in his old age and see him off when he dies. The battlefield… is really not suitable for me.”

Liu Xian gave an awkward smile amidst Zeng Anmin's death stare in the crowd.

"Bullshit, don't think I don't know you have a younger brother."

Zeng Anmin snorted coldly, grabbed his collar, and moved him to the left.

Do you really think that the salute from the current sage is so easy to bear?
"Alright! In that case, everyone, we shall take our leave now."

As Zeng Shilin hovered in the air, waiting for the formation to be in place, a meaningful smile appeared on his face.

He then led the group of about seven hundred people on the left out of the examination hall.

(End of this chapter)