above the galaxy

Chapter 564 Humiliation!

Qishan.

Listening to the wind.

Shen Wuxiang held the black piece in his hand, killing with decisiveness and full of offensive power.

Shang Xiulin held the white pieces, calculated every move carefully, and was calm and confident.

Shen Wuxiang looked up at Shang Xiulin who was thinking hard, and said with a smile: "Playing chess is like fighting on the battlefield. The situation changes rapidly, and your opponent will not give you that much time to think."

"As the Chess Classics says: 'So you should think deeply and carefully in order to find the reason for victory or defeat, then you can achieve what you have never achieved before.'" Shang Xiulin responded calmly, and hesitated to put down the white piece in his hand.

Shen Wuxiang had also read the chess classics. This sentence meant that when playing chess, one must be far-sighted, consider carefully and accurately, and explore the reasons for winning or losing the game. Only by accumulating experience in this way can one reach a farther and higher realm.

Is he implying that he doesn't have the foresight to achieve ultimate victory?

Is it a chess game? Or is it a current situation?

"Really?" Shen Wuxiang asked with a smile.

"Of course." Shang Xiulin finally made his move with a thumping sound.

After more than a dozen moves, Shang Xiulin suddenly said, "It's done."

Shen Wuxiang looked carefully and found that his chess path had been completely blocked by the opponent's white pieces.

It's so dense that there's no place to escape.

"I have a plan that can break this dilemma." Shen Wuxiang looked at Shang Xiulin with confidence.

"Oh?" Shang Xiulin was puzzled. The game was already a dead end, how could he save it?

Snapped!
Shen Wuxiang lifted the bottom of the table with both hands and suddenly flipped the chessboard out.

Wow.
The chess pieces rolled and fell all over the ground.

Shen Wuxiang looked at Shang Xiulin with a smug look on his face and asked with a smile, "Who loses?"

“Victory or defeat lies in the heart.”

"How to prove it?"

"I can prove it."

“Who can believe it?”

“Those who believe will believe.”

"Dean, this is called one force defeating ten thousand tricks." Shen Wuxiang looked at Shang Xiulin and said, "Under the great trend, all the villains are like chickens and dogs, and they are vulnerable to a single blow. They will be reduced to ashes in the blink of an eye."

"If that's the case, then why did you come to see me?" Shang Xiulin sat upright, his back straight. "Are you really here to play a game of chess with an old man like me?"

"I want to borrow the dean's skin." Shen Wuxiang looked at Shang Xiulin and said with a smile: "The dean is a leader in the academic world. If he makes a call, there will definitely be many people who will respond."

"so what?"

"I know that Tang Fei and Zhong Yuxiuxue are both students of the dean. If the dean can stand up and accuse them of treason and terminate the teacher-student relationship between them," Shen Wuxiang looked at Shang Xiulin and said respectfully, "then the empire will be very grateful and will reward you generously in the future."

He didn't say 'I', he said 'Empire'.

I am the empire.

Besides, he knew that men of letters had the best reputation.

Winning fame during their lifetime and after their death is their greatest wish.

But your reputation, good or bad, is written by the empire and by the victor.

If the country says you are a literary talent, then you are a great scholar admired by the world.

If the country calls you a literary thief, then you will be nailed to the pillar of shame in history and despised by the people.

With each stroke, one can create a golden body or kill someone by slow slicing.

the truth?

After decades or even hundreds of years, who still cares about the truth? Who can find the truth?

Shang Xiulin looked at Shen Wuxiang calmly and remained silent for a long time.

"Dean, please think twice." Shen Wuxiang bowed again.

Think twice before you act and choose what is best for you.

This is a reminder and also a threat.

"A gentleman can be killed but not humiliated." Shang Xiulin said calmly.

"I treat you with sincerity and courtesy. How could I ever humiliate the dean?" Shen Wuxiang was puzzled.

"You are humiliating me by asking me to do this." Shang Xiulin said each word with a resounding voice: "Tang Fei and Zhong Yuxiuxue are both my students. They are humble and polite, outstanding, and are excellent students of the Empire's First Military Academy."

"They have not violated the laws of the country or the school rules. They are excellent in both character and learning, and have both moral integrity and talent. As their teacher, I can only feel proud and honored. How can I cut off ties with them?"

"You actually thought I could agree to such a request. Isn't this an insult?"

Shen Wuxiang raised his head and looked at Shang Xiulin, his eyes flashing with lightning: "Is this the dean's final answer?"

"This is my final answer." Shang Xiulin said firmly.

"You should know that the reason you are still alive is because you are still useful. If you can't be used by the country, then what's the point of keeping you?"

Shen Wuxiang lost his patience.

In other words, Shang Xiulin's answer made him very dissatisfied and aroused his anger.

So, now there is no need to be polite, and the real purpose is revealed.

"As long as you don't violate public integrity and don't damage your reputation, why should you fear death?"

Shang Xiulin stood proudly like a pine tree, and his skinny body gave people a sense of grandeur and magnificence at this moment.

"What's so great about death? Why fear it?" Shen Wuxiang sneered and said angrily, "I will not only destroy your body, but also your reputation."

"How did Tang Li die? He fought for the country for many years, but was scolded by the people he protected for decades. You are the second Tang Li."

"You are not afraid of swords and axes, so why are you afraid of this? Just use whatever you can."

"Your wife."

"My wife and I have been together for forty-seven years. She will accompany me on the journey, so there is no need to worry, Prime Minister."

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Shen Wuxiang and Shang Xiulin locked eyes. One was vicious and cruel, with the eyes of an eagle and a wolf, while the other was deep as the sea, ready to face death with equanimity.

Shen Wuxiang waved his hand and shouted, "Take him away."

Two tiger guards rushed in, grabbed Shang Xiulin's arm and walked towards the outside.

Chang Zhengxin walked up to Shen Wuxiang and asked in a low voice, "Military Prime Minister, do you want to kill him?"

"It would be too easy for such an old stubborn man to be killed just like that."

Shen Wuxiang looked through the open bay window of Tingfeng Hall at the heavy fog that was condensing in the mountain stream.

"The scrap metal can still be sold for a few dollars. Keep it for now. It may be of great use in the future."

"Yes."

"Xing Lan went to the Cave Prison?"

"Yes." Chang Zhengxin said, "He took the couple away."

"Whether to transform into a dragon or remain a cricket in your own garden forever, this is the only choice."

Chang Zhengxin didn't dare to take up this topic.

From the outside world's perspective, Shen Xinglan is already good enough.

He can be called a child of destiny.

However, his grandfather seemed to be very dissatisfied.
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Fengcheng.

Under the protection of Fengcheng City Lord Xie Anlin, City Defense General Murong Wudao and other military and political leaders, a star disc with Mohist totems painted on its surface slowly descended.

The totem image of Mohism is a standing person with his head connected to the sky, symbolizing chasing the stars and the moon and communicating with heaven and earth.

It looks a bit like the back view of an instant messaging software before the apocalypse.

Some studies have pointed out that Mozi came from the Hei tribe, whose totem was "black". The Jin tribe, a branch of the Hei tribe, had a totem of "Jin", which was also a standing person with his head connected to the sky. They were given the responsibility of "those who communicate with the sky", which was consistent with the moral declaration with a certain religious color in Mozi's thought and his thinking and exploration of the natural world.

Well, some people in later generations also called them "time travelers".

The cabin door opened and the escalator descended naturally.

A group of people appeared at the cabin door, led by a young man wearing white casual clothes and a baseball cap.

The man looked to be in his twenties, handsome and with an upright posture.

Because of his fair skin, he looks a bit like a girl.

He is Mo Qingfeng, the genius mechanic of the Mohist school.

Behind him was a group of Mohist think tanks wearing black robes with the word "Mo" inlaid in silver on their chests.

These people included both men and women, old and young, but they all had serious expressions and did not smile.

As cold as the mechas and numbers they hammered out.

"Mr. Qingfeng, I haven't seen you for a few years, but you are still as charming as ever." Fengcheng Lord Xie Anlin took a few quick steps and stretched out his hands to Mo Qingfeng from a distance: "On behalf of Fengcheng, I welcome you."

Mo Qingfeng shook hands with Xie Anlin, his cheeks slightly red, looking a little embarrassed: "The city lord is too polite."

You can tell at first glance that he is not good at dealing with people.

"With Mr. Qingfeng here in person, Fengcheng can rest assured." Xie Anlin said with a smile, still expressing his burning enthusiasm.

"You can't say that." Mo Qingfeng shook his head and said seriously, "They also have powerful people over there. Lu Siyu. Even if I meet them, I may not be able to win."

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The audience was silent.

what do you mean?
What about sabotaging in public?
Xie Anlin certainly knew that there were powerful people on the other side, and he also knew that there was no war that was 100% certain to win.
He said this only to stabilize the morale of the army and let the military and political leaders and guards present know that the Mohist people have arrived and we are going to win this battle.

After all, the lesson learned from Fengcheng was really terrible.

The Xuanwu defense shield was actually destroyed from the inside
If something like this happened to Fengcheng, who could bear it?
If the defense system is paralyzed, we will have to rely on the artillery and flesh and blood in the city, which will result in deaths.

Therefore, the people in Fengcheng have been in a panic in recent times, and everyone is afraid of being ambushed by the enemy at any time.

The situation of ordinary people is better, but the situation of officials like them is worrying.

If this fails, won't we have to surrender to the enemy?
But, aren't you too honest?
Do you have to say this in public?
Seeing Xie Anlin's shocked and stiff smile, Murong Wudao sighed softly and stepped forward to say, "How could that be? The Mohist mechanical art is the best in the world."

"Mr. Qingfeng is the most outstanding among the younger generation of the Mohist School. With you personally leading the team to guard Fengcheng, Fengcheng will surely be as stable as a mountain."

Other officials also reacted and echoed:

"Yes, yes, that's right. If Mr. Qingfeng comes in person, how can there be any safety issues?"

"We have been unintentional this time. No matter how many weapons they use, they will never be able to open up a gap for us."

"How can those chickens and dogs be a match for Mr. Qingfeng? Fengcheng is not Hongyue City."

"I heard that Red Moon City originally intended to surrender to the enemy, and the reason why their defense shield was removed so easily was that they were just colluding with the enemy from the inside."

"I see. That's what I was saying."
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Xie Anlin invited Mo Qingfeng and others to enter the City Lord's Mansion, and the Mo family members were taken into the confidential room to maintain and upgrade the system.

Xie Anlin, Murong Wudao and others chatted with Mo Qingfeng. Xie Anlin looked at Mo Qingfeng and asked, "Mr. Qingfeng, what would you like to drink?"

"Coffee." Mo Qingfeng said, "Coffee refreshes you."

"I understand. I completely understand. You people who do mental work like to drink this." Xie Anlin said with a smile: "We old guys still like to drink tea to clear our minds and relieve internal heat. After taking a sip, I feel that the day has not been wasted."

Mo Qingfeng smiled but didn't respond.

He likes to drink coffee not only because of the aroma, but also because a large amount of caffeine can really refresh the mind.

These night owls are used to drinking, but they don’t have such great insights into life.

Xie Anlin asked his secretary to bring coffee, then he looked at Mo Qingfeng and said, "Mr. Qingfeng, there is no one else in the room now. What do you think are the chances of winning this time?"

Mo Qingfeng hesitated for a moment and said, "About 40%."

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Xie Anlin's heart suddenly tightened, and he said aloud: "40%? Doesn't that mean there is still a high possibility that the enemy will break through the protective shield?"

"Yes, I said that Lu Siyu and their Lu family's Tianji Research Institute are very powerful opponents." Mo Qingfeng answered truthfully: "However, I brought masters from the Mo family's Tongtian Institute. They have now upgraded and reinforced the Xuanwu system, which gives them a 10% chance of winning."

"How much can it be after upgrading and strengthening?"

"Fifty percent."

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The number of fifty-five?

The outcome is unknown?

Xie Anlin still couldn't rest assured, and asked anxiously: "Can you think of a way to increase it by another 10% or 20%?"

"No." Mo Qingfeng shook his head and said, "The city lord also said that there are no outsiders in the room, so I will answer truthfully."

"Cyber ​​warfare is more brutal than real war. If you make a mistake, you lose everything."

"If you make a mistake in typing a code or a symbol, you could lose everything."

"I am not afraid of an opponent like Lu Siyu, but I am not absolutely sure that I can beat her."

"So, the outcome will depend on the battle of wits and courage and the unique skills used in the actual fight."

"I understand." Xie Anlin nodded repeatedly and said, "Now that you put it, I understand."

He didn't understand.

I even wondered in my heart, could the Mohist School send a few more good fighters?
Send one of their Mohist elders, Mo Wu Mo Di, over here.
Of course, such words should never be spoken out loud.

That would really offend people.

Mo Qingfeng left in anger, and the Mo family didn't send other good players. Wouldn't Fengcheng be in trouble?

Adjutant Zhao Zisong saw that Xie Anlin was worried, and comforted him: "Don't worry too much, Lord. Maybe they don't dare to attack Fengcheng?"

Fengcheng not only has the army, but also a large navy.

Liyu Port can continuously transport troops here
They attacked Fengcheng, isn't that like lighting a lantern in the toilet?

court death!

Our side knows the advantages of Fengcheng, so how could the enemy not know?

Xie Anlin sighed deeply and said, "You don't know Bandit Tang and his style of doing things. With his temperament, he will definitely attack our Fengcheng."

"If I were Tang Fei, I would also try every means to take over Fengcheng."
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The Dushan Army used to have only battle flags but no totems.

After Shen Qingping became the new commander of the Dushan Army, he carried out a large-scale reorganization of the Dushan Army and also asked the bandit Tang to choose a totem for the Dushan Army.

Bandit Tang chose the tiger.

The tiger is the king of beasts. I hope they can also become true kings on the battlefield.

Well, when the commander of the Tianlang Army, Qin Jianyi, found out, he was very unhappy.
Inside the starship with a giant tiger painted on it, Tang Fei stood behind Lu Siyu and asked, "Are you ready?"

"I'm ready." Lu whispered, rubbing his hands together, full of fighting spirit.

After a pause, he said with some disdain: "Can you please stop standing behind others?"

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(End of this chapter)