Rise from a Poor Family: My Martial Arts Counterattack

Chapter 179 Yu Yongnian: I was led away by my disciples?
Three hundred years ago, Emperor Taizu of Daliang founded Daliang.

But the beam at that time was not stable.

The court of the previous Chu Dynasty was corrupt and incompetent from top to bottom. Not only did the entire Daliang suffer from demon cholera, but several other neighboring countries were also eyeing it covetously.

"Back then, before Emperor Taizu started his army, he went to Han Country. At that time, Han Country's martial arts were extremely prosperous, and warriors from many surrounding countries would go to Han Country."

Jia Nanzhu slowly told Lin Chen the secrets of the early days of Daliang's founding.

"Emperor Taizu learned martial arts and returned to Daliang. He saw that the people of Daliang were living in poverty and were being exploited by the court families and demons. In anger, he chose to start an uprising. Many people responded, but it was not just Emperor Taizu who revolted. The fate of the Chu State had ended, and several uprising forces emerged."

"Among these forces, there were predecessors who had the same ambitions as Emperor Taizu. These predecessors later chose to join Emperor Taizu's uprising camp. But most of them were opportunists and greedy for power... Emperor Taizu was in the worst situation at the time, because he was the only one who proposed not to allow the existence of demons in Daliang. Not only did he have to face the suppression of Da Chu, but he also had to face the assassination of the demons. His situation was extremely dangerous."

Jia Nanzhu continued in a low voice, "Fortunately, when Emperor Taizu was learning martial arts in Han Country, he worshipped a master, and that master was the national teacher of Han Country. In the early stage, he gave Emperor Taizu a lot of training resources for Emperor Taizu to train his warriors and improve his own strength."

"In fact, it's not just the Han Kingdom that supports Emperor Taizu. There are other countries behind the other uprising forces. These countries are not really kind enough to help the people of Daliang. They just want to take the opportunity to support their own forces in Daliang so as to plunder Daliang's territory and resources."

At that time, the Great Chu was a piece of fat meat in the eyes of other countries, but precisely because everyone wanted to take a bite and was eyeing this piece of fat meat, no one dared to send troops first, and finally chose this method of supporting forces.

Jia Nanzhu narrowed his eyes, with a cold look in his eyes: "This is also true for the Han Kingdom. When Emperor Taizu overthrew the Chu Kingdom and established Daliang, he was preparing to conduct a comprehensive cleanup and encirclement of those forces supported by other countries and the demon clan. The Han Kingdom took the opportunity to ask Daliang to give up the Sanxingdao area to the Han Kingdom. Naturally, Emperor Taizu would not agree."

"After being flatly rejected by Emperor Taizu, Han Kingdom actually wanted to mobilize troops against Daliang, wanting to forcibly occupy the power of the Three Paths. At that time, Daliang's warriors were fully focused on dealing with the monsters. If Han Kingdom mobilized troops, it would either have to give up clearing out the monsters, or it would not be able to protect the Three Paths. Under such circumstances, Emperor Taizu resolutely made the decision to establish a martial arts academy, and the founders of the martial arts academy were other uprising forces."

Lin Chen's pupils shrank slightly, and he had some idea of what Emperor Taizu was going to do.

"Emperor Taizu swore that the Daliang court would only establish martial arts halls and martial arts schools. If martial arts teenagers want to continue to advance in martial arts, they can choose to enter the martial arts academy, and the Daliang court will not interfere in all matters of the martial arts academy. All matters of the martial arts academy will be handled by the dean and instructors of the martial arts academy. Just this oath has made those aristocratic families and the countries behind them sit still."

At this point, Jia Nanzhu's mouth curled up slightly: "These people think that Emperor Taizu made such a decision because he was crazy. After all, the whole capital was saying that Emperor Taizu had privately slammed the table and said that it would be better for Daliang to be replaced by other aristocratic families than to let the territory be taken away by Han Kingdom. No matter what, this pot of meat will rot in the pot and will not benefit other countries."

"Do you know why those aristocratic families and the countries that covet our Daliang behind the scenes can't sit still?"

Hearing his teacher's question, Lin Chen thought for a moment and replied, "In the eyes of these people, Emperor Taizu is tantamount to handing over Daliang's martial arts geniuses to them. They can establish a martial arts academy to train Daliang's martial arts geniuses. Naturally, these martial arts geniuses will have no sense of belonging to Daliang and only obey their orders. Ten or even twenty years later, this group of students will grow up and enter Daliang's court as officials, which will be a drain on Daliang's financial support."

"Yes, Emperor Taizu calculated these people's thoughts and decided to establish the Martial Academy. The founders of the United Martial Academy at that time came from these aristocratic families. In order to reassure these people, Emperor Taizu gave each of them a first-rank official position."

"In order to make our talented warriors serve them instead of their countries, the factions within these countries have even secretly established some martial arts schools in Daliang. In just ten years, there are more than 30 martial arts schools in Daliang."

Jia Nanzhu seemed to have thought of something funny, and her sparse eyebrows twitched: "But they didn't expect that from the moment they agreed to establish the martial arts academy, they fell into the trap of Emperor Taizu. Can you guess what Emperor Taizu is going to do?"

"Emperor Taizu wants to use chickens to lay eggs?" Lin Chen thought for a moment and answered.

"Borrowing a hen to lay eggs. Yes, your description is very appropriate. It is like using a hen to lay eggs."

Jia Nanzhu couldn't hold back any longer and burst out laughing. "The name of the United Martial Academy came about because the academy was founded by these aristocratic families. In order to make the students give up on them, these aristocratic families gave out a lot of training resources. In order to make these students feel no sense of belonging to Daliang, the countries behind them also gave them skills and resources..."

"But what they didn't expect was that these students did not turn away from Daliang. After leaving the martial arts academy, they worked for Daliang. Although a few students betrayed Daliang, compared with the resources invested, it was nothing."

Lin Chen opened his mouth slightly, but was able to do this.

So these talented young people were arranged in advance by Emperor Taizu?

wrong!

Those aristocratic families, including the countries behind them, must have investigated the background identities of these students. If their origins are suspicious, they will definitely not be admitted to the martial arts academy.

“He who wins the hearts of the people is a genius!”

Jia Nanzhu looked at Lin Chen: "These are the original words of Emperor Taizu. Emperor Taizu did not make any arrangements, but Emperor Taizu believed that these young people could see the changes in Daliang and see that Daliang was gradually becoming stronger. After all, those who sold out their country for fame and fortune are a minority, and more people will still choose Daliang."

"Emperor Taizu is truly a master of foresight!"

Lin Chen admired the Emperor Taizu even more. He protected the country, slew demons, established the Ministry of Military Affairs, and used resources from other countries to cultivate his own martial arts talents.

What a confidence this is, confidence can win the hearts of the people.

And Emperor Taizu did indeed do it.

No wonder, no wonder Daliang has been prosperous for three hundred years and has not declined until now.

"Teacher, is the Han Kingdom willing to give up?" Admiring the great talent and strategy of Emperor Taizu, Lin Chen asked curiously.

"Han Country is naturally unwilling to accept this. Even though the other countries are putting pressure on Han Country, Han Country still wants to use force against Daliang. It has stationed a million troops at the border of Heihe River, and there are two first-rank warriors who want to forcibly occupy the three-lane road of Daliang. Emperor Taizu carries a coffin and sits in Heihe River. Ten third-rank warriors are willing to burn their life essence to improve their realm. Three hundred thousand warriors of Daliang are confronting Han Country across the river."

There was a fierce look in Jia Nanzhu's eyes: "Emperor Taizu has only one thing to say. If Han Kingdom wants to fight, then fight. All warriors in Daliang will abandon Daliang and form teams of 100 people to fight into the territory of Han Kingdom and exchange land for land."

"Land for land?"

There was a gleam in Lin Chen's eyes. The Emperor Taizu had such courage...

If all the warriors of Daliang poured into Han Kingdom, even if Han Kingdom was not as strong as it was, it would be enough to cause turmoil in Han Kingdom, and other surrounding countries would certainly take the opportunity to swallow up Daliang's territory. Daliang would be gone, but Han Kingdom would not be able to gain any benefits.

"So, Han Country finally gave up."

"Well, Han Country gave up, but my Daliang also paid a price." Jia Nanzhu said in a low voice: "Ten top-grade warriors burned their life essence and all passed away three years later. The cultivation resources that Han Country gave them were returned to them double."

Lin Chen opened his mouth slightly, wanting to say something, but in the end he just sighed.

Even though Emperor Taizu showed the courage to fight to the death, the Han Kingdom was not stupid. It knew that Emperor Taizu was just showing a tough stance.

Dignity only lies on the edge of the sword!

If you are not strong enough, even if you choose to burn your boats, it will at most make the other party afraid to act rashly.

"Don't be too sad. Daliang is now strong and no longer what it used to be. What your generation needs to do is to make Daliang continue to prosper. Only in this way can we live up to the sacrifices made by the martyrs of Daliang."

Jia Nanzhu patted Lin Chen on the shoulder and said something comforting.

We have already overcome the most difficult hundred years.

"Speaking of the United Martial Arts Academy, it can be said that the establishment of the Martial Arts Academy was a timely help. At that time, Daliang was short of martial arts resources, and these countries rushed to send a wave of warmth. Twenty years later, the surrounding countries and those clans finally discovered that something was wrong. The students they provided resources and training did not betray Daliang after leaving the Martial Arts Academy. Unfortunately, they discovered it too late. Daliang's new generation of martial arts masters has grown up. If we want to go to war again, Daliang is not afraid of any country."

Jia Nanzhu was beaming with joy. He felt extremely happy when he thought about the pain that these countries suffered in silence.

"Teacher, after these countries found out they were deceived, they chose to disband the United Martial Arts Academy." Lin Chen asked curiously. According to Senior Sister Jiang, the United Martial Arts Academy was later divided into three.

"Well, these countries found that they couldn't get our Daliang martial arts geniuses to be loyal to them, or in other words, the very few traitors were not worth the investment, so they stopped sending us training resources. Naturally, Daliang took over the martial arts academy."

What a handy thing!
Lin Chen couldn't help but chuckle.

"However, in order to make the students of the martial arts academy feel no sense of belonging to Daliang, these countries set many rules for the martial arts academy. Among them, the resources of the martial arts academy are allocated by all countries, and the allocation of resources is determined by the ranking of the martial arts academy. This rule still exists. Even now, the resources of the martial arts academy are jointly controlled by Daliang and the other eight countries." "Allocated by nine countries, then there should be more than just five martial arts academies in Daliang. Are there other countries as well?"

"There are nine countries, a total of sixty martial arts academies."

Jia Nanzhu looked at Lin Chen and said, "The ranking of the martial arts academies changes every three years. Qingyun Martial Arts Academy is currently ranked tenth, Jingdu Martial Arts Academy is ranked eleventh, Lingxiao Martial Arts Academy is ranked ninth, and Canglan Martial Arts Academy is ranked twelfth. As for the Demon Slaying Martial Arts Academy... its situation is rather special and it is not included in the ranking."

"Our Daliang is slightly inferior to the other eight countries in terms of top talents, but overall it is superior to the other eight countries. You can also see this from the ranking of the martial arts academy."

"Ah."

Lin Chen nodded. There were nine countries and sixty martial arts academies. The strongest Lingxiao Martial Arts Academy in Daliang was only ranked ninth, which was at the bottom. However, the next three places were all from Daliang, which just showed that the strength of the students in the major martial arts academies in Daliang was very evenly distributed.

If the other eight countries guessed correctly, it should be that the top group of martial arts talents gathered in a martial arts academy.

"I have now told you all about the origins of the martial arts academies. As for which academy you choose to join, it won't make much difference to you. What you need to consider is what conditions these academies will offer you."

"Whoever gives me milk is my mother." Lin Chen smiled.

"That's a bit vulgar, but it makes sense."

Jia Nanzhu stroked his beard, and the master and disciple smiled at each other.

……

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Anhui Prefecture, Huangshan Villa.

Maple leaves are like fire!

Yu Yongnian was holding a notice and looked a little dazed as he faced the congratulations from others around him.

He was not even of the rank, and had not even taken part in the military examination, but he had already obtained an eighth-rank official position.

"Brother Yu, congratulations!"

Huang Kun congratulated Yu Yongnian with a smile. He now admired his father more and more. He really had a far-sighted vision.

At that time, Lin Chen had not yet made his name in Wudao Mountain, and was at a disadvantage in the competition for the model student of Jiangnan Dao, so his father resolutely accepted Yu Yongnian as his disciple.

To be honest, he was still a little hesitant at the time, fearing that his father might have made a mistake. Now it seems that his father had a sharp eye.

This Lin Chen is a blockbuster!
Leave your name on Wudao Mountain, and become a role model for Jiangnan Dao students...

These two identities have already confirmed his identity as the first person in Jiangnan Dao to reach the state of enlightenment.

I originally thought that Junior Brother Yu was able to worship his own father as his master, which was a great honor for the master and the disciple. However, compared with this eighth-rank official position, worshipping his own father as his master was nothing.

Entering the [Education Pavilion] to comprehend the way of martial arts means that one has definitely reached the highest level.

"Brother, I... I feel a little complicated." Yu Yongnian gave a bitter smile. Shu Suwan beside him smiled and said, "Brother Huang, Yongnian must be too surprised. He needs to calm down."

"Haha, I understand. Then you can take a rest first. I'll take my leave first, senior brother."

Huang Kun nodded. It was like a huge pie suddenly fell from the sky and hit him on the head. He needed to take a break. He would have to take a break too.

Huang Kun took his men away, leaving only Yu Yongnian and Shu Suwan in the yard.

"Senior Sister, I..."

Yu Yongnian smiled bitterly. Surprised?
It was true, but it was more awkward. The goal that he had been pursuing after practicing hard for half a year in Huangshan was achieved directly because of Lin Chen.

"What's so awkward about it? Others are envious of me."

Shu Suwan knew what was wrong with her junior brother. He was gentle on the outside but strong on the inside. As a teacher, he relied on his disciples' fame and could not get over the hurdle in his heart.

By now she had figured it out. The story that Senior Huang was strolling around Guangmingding and saw his junior brother practicing, and was so impressed with him that he made an exception and accepted him as his disciple, were all fake. The real reason why Senior Huang accepted his junior brother as his disciple was because of Lin Chen.

Perhaps Senior Huang had already heard the news at that time, and he got in touch with Lin Chen by taking his own junior fellow apprentice as his disciple.

"Envy? When I taught Lin Chen, I never thought this day would come."

"It is precisely because you did not think about gaining anything from Lin Chen that you deserve this reward."

Shu Suwan knew that she had to persuade her junior brother well, otherwise, given his personality, he would easily get stuck in a rut.

"The official document and reward issued by the Martial Arts Department is an encouragement to all students of Jiangnan Dao, including the instructors. It is to encourage everyone to learn from you, Junior Brother. As an instructor, you should pay more attention to the teaching of students. Junior Brother, you should accept this reward openly. This will encourage more instructors to be more attentive in teaching students martial arts. This is a good thing for the students."

"If Junior Brother feels that he is not worthy of this reward and refuses it, what will the other teachers of Jiangnan Dao think?"

"Junior brother, you are a man of high moral character, but instructors are also martial artists. They also need training resources and want to make further progress in martial arts. People are not saints, so how can they be without selfish desires? Today you turned down the reward from the Martial Arts Office. Other instructors have faced the same situation in the past. Did they accept it or did they turn it down like you?" Shu Suwan's expression was very serious: "If the instructor sincerely teaches the students, the students will have a promising future in martial arts, and the instructor will gain fame and profit. This is a must."

Merits will be rewarded, and mistakes will be punished!
Yu Yongnian also understood what Senior Sister meant: "I was thinking wrongly. As Senior Sister said, I will definitely give this reward to Junior Brother."

Shu Suwan smiled again. Junior Brother Yu accepted the reward from the Military Affairs Office. After entering the [Education Pavilion], admission into the rank system was no longer a problem.

According to the agreement between her and her junior brother, once her junior brother becomes a rank disciple, she should go to the Shu family to propose marriage.

Moreover, since my junior brother has taught Lin Chen as his disciple, his family will definitely not object to my marriage with him.

"Senior Sister, what is this Martial Arts Mountain?"

Yu Yongnian didn't think about these things. He just thought about the fact that Lin Chen left his name on Wudao Mountain mentioned in the official document, and he became a little curious about Wudao Mountain.

"I have only heard an elder mention Wudao Mountain before. It is a special place built by Emperor Taizu. Only true martial arts geniuses can enter it. Those who can leave their names there are the best in the entire Daliang."

Shu Suwan didn't know much about Wudao Mountain. Although the Shu family was one of the four major families in Raozhou, her own talent in martial arts was not particularly high, and she didn't know much about some things in martial arts.

"Senior Sister, I am going to say goodbye to my teacher and go back to Poyang County."

Yu Yongnian had an urgent thought in his mind at this moment. He wanted to go back to Poyang County and see Lin Chen.

Back then in the martial arts hall, the young man wandered in front of his courtyard gate for a long time before he mustered up the courage to knock on the door. Who would have thought that in just over a year, he would become a dazzling figure in the entire Jiangnan Road.

Others only saw Lin Chen's current glory, but he saw the hardships from Lin Chen's article.

(End of this chapter)