Kill the enemy and get a wife? I'll single-handedly slaughter my way through the Northern Barba

"I practiced according to the method described in the book, starting before dawn and continuing until almost midnight before going home."

"I'm not very talented, and I learn things slower than others, so I can only work harder."

"But it's strange, but I feel like I have divine help when I learn this sword technique."

Lin Feng couldn't tell these two his secret; his temporary comprehension boost was about to expire.

So Lin Feng first laid the groundwork by saying that he learned this sword technique as if divinely inspired.

Average qualifications?

Li Ping'an's lips twitched twice.

If this kind of talent is ordinary, then everyone else should be dead!

He took a deep breath to calm himself down.

"Lin Feng, you have already mastered about 80 or 90% of 'The Three Waves of Mount Tai.' Remember what I'm about to say."

"This sword technique emphasizes gradual progress. Through long-term practice, the body adapts to the enormous burden that the sword technique places on the body."

"Your skills have reached perfection, but your body is not yet able to adapt to using 'Taishan Three Waves' continuously. Remember to use it in moderation."

"The combined power of three sword strikes is the strongest, but a single sword strike or two sword strikes are equally effective killing moves, and they put much less strain on the body than the combined power of three sword strikes."

"On the battlefield, if it is not necessary to use three swords in combination, it is best to use one or two swords whenever possible."

Li Ping'an was amazed by Lin Feng's rapid progress; he couldn't understand why Lin Feng could learn so quickly.

After much thought, the only explanation is that Lin Feng is a prodigy in learning swordsmanship.

However, despite his surprise, Li Ping'an didn't forget to tell Lin Feng the things he needed to pay attention to in swordsmanship.

Especially since he learned quickly, the knife skills put a lot more pressure on his body than if he had progressed gradually.

What Li Ping'an didn't know was that Lin Feng was able to master the skills in just three days.

On the one hand, it is thanks to Lin Feng's now terrifyingly high level of comprehension.

On the other hand, it is thanks to Lin Feng's physical fitness, which is much stronger than that of ordinary people.

When Lin Feng gains bonus points in Strength and Agility, his physical attributes will also improve significantly.

Upon hearing this, Lin Feng's expression turned serious, and he cupped his hands in a respectful gesture towards Li Ping'an.

"I have remembered Lord Li's words, and I thank you for your guidance!"

Li Ping'an forced a smile and patted Lin Feng on the shoulder: "Brother Lin, you and I are about the same age and share similar interests, so you don't need to call me 'sir' anymore. Just call me Brother Li in private!"

Lin Feng's talent is terrifying. Li Ping'an thinks he is even more talented than the number one warrior in Liaodong, that "martial arts madman".

With such talent, and the fact that the Northern Barbarians were invading at the same time, with many places to fight, Lin Feng's future prospects were limitless.

"this……"

Lin Feng hesitated.

Lu Zheng, who was standing to the side, said with a smile, "Lin Feng, since Brother Li has said so, you don't need to worry. From now on, we will address each other as brothers."

"We have business to attend to, so we'll have to go now. We'll treat you to drinks another day..."

Lü Zheng quickly pulled Li Ping'an, whose expression was complicated, away from the training ground.

As soon as he stepped out of the training ground, Lü Zheng couldn't hold back any longer.

"Brother Li, what exactly happened? Did Lin Feng really learn the sword technique written by the Duke of Dingguo in just three days?"

Li Ping'an nodded slightly, a rare look of frustration on his face.

"Not only did he learn it, but he also mastered the key points of three methods of circulating qi. It took me three years, but he only took... three days."

Compared to him, how mediocre am I, Li Ping'an?

Upon hearing Li Ping'an's confirmation, Lü Zheng's spirits instantly lifted.

He grabbed Li Ping'an and said excitedly, "Brother Li, come with me quickly, let's tell my godfather about this!"

Li Ping'an was in low spirits and didn't want to go over there. He had just suffered a setback today and all he wanted to do was have a drink.

Lu Zheng, however, refused to agree: "Such a genius has appeared in the Zhenyuan Army. We must tell our godfather and make him happy."

"It's just alcohol, isn't it?"

"Once you've met your godfather, I'll treat you to as much wine as you want to drink!"

Inside the training ground, Lin Feng was planning to hone his swordsmanship during the last moments of his comprehension boost, completely unaware that news of his mastery of "Mount Tai's Three Waves" in three days would soon reach Zhang Liao's ears.

And he himself will become a key figure whom Zhang Liao is wholeheartedly cultivating...

The Great Qian Dynasty, the capital city, by the Jinming Pond.

Emperor Li Dan of the Great Qian Dynasty stood with his hands behind his back, gazing blankly at the starry sky.

He was fifty-six years old, but his temples were already streaked with white.

His high, straight nose bridge accentuated his deep and three-dimensional features, giving a glimpse into his heroic and valiant spirit when he was young.

Behind him stood a civil official of similar age, with a fair complexion, black beard, and distinguished appearance; he was none other than Yin Li, the Minister of Rites.

"More than twenty years ago, when the late Empress was still alive, I would bring her, along with Yu'er and Yan'er, to Jinming Pond every year. Look..."

Li Dan raised his hand and pointed to the dragon boat in the center of the lake, his tone full of melancholy.

"She used to love that dragon boat the most..."

Yin Li and Li Dan were very close friends.

The two grew up together since childhood, and had been following Li Dan since he was a prince.

Among all the civil and military officials, if there was anyone Li Dan could open his heart to and confide in, it was only Yin Li.

Yin Li looked at the dragon boat and softly comforted him, "Both the Crown Prince and His Highness Prince Qin are outstanding individuals. If the late Empress were alive, she would surely be very pleased to see that His Majesty and the two princes are well."

"Relieved?"

Upon hearing this, Li Dan let out a long sigh.

"These two brothers have never disagreed on politics in the past few years."

"The horse-related disputes of the year before last, the commercial tax reforms of last year, and this year's proposal to impose additional taxes on Jiangnan—which of these issues wasn't met with heated arguments?"

"Not to mention recently, the second son has been clamoring to go to the northern border to resist the northern barbarians."

"Many officials in the court petitioned to send him to Zhenyuan City to guard it together with Zhang Liao."

"Tell me, what decision should I make?"

Yin Li put his hands in his sleeves, pondered for a moment, and then said, "The Northern Barbarians have broken through Shuo and Feng prefectures with unstoppable momentum, and are now just barely stopped outside Zhenyuan City. Whoever goes to Zhenyuan to help General Zhang defend the city will be doing a great service."

"His Highness the Second Prince is exceptionally skilled in martial arts and already enjoys considerable prestige in the army. If he were to achieve this great feat of defending the territory, His Highness the Crown Prince's position as heir apparent would likely become even more precarious."

Li Dan nodded slightly, clearly agreeing.

Yin Li continued, "The Crown Prince is kind and benevolent, but many people in the court think he is mediocre and have some complaints about him."

"If the Second Prince's merits continue to grow, the criticism of the Crown Prince will only increase as the balance of power shifts."

"Your Majesty is wise. The Crown Prince is the foundation of the nation and must not leave Baiyujing lightly."

"However, recently, the people in the court and the public are in a state of panic, having lost two states in succession. We urgently need a major event to boost morale."

"If a prince were to personally go to the front lines to fight the barbarians, it would not only demonstrate his sense of responsibility but also restore the prestige and dignity of the royal family."

Li Dan paused, his voice icy, and glanced sideways at Yin Li: "You... support the second son going to Zhenyuan City?"

There was a barely perceptible hint of questioning and coldness hidden in his eyes.

Yin Li quickly bowed and said in a respectful but calm tone, "Your Majesty, I believe that since all the ministers support the Second Prince's trip, we should grant him permission. As the saying goes, it is better to guide than to block; we should go with the flow."

"However, Your Majesty may issue an edict allowing the Third Prince and the Fourth Prince to accompany him."

He explained slowly and deliberately, "The second prince went alone, so all the credit and honor went to him alone. If all three princes went together, then the credit and glory would be shared among the three of them."

"In this way, the world will see the power of the royal family, and the second prince can be kept away from the crown prince for the time being."

"If we don't meet, the conflict will naturally fade away."

"Finally, the three princes each had their own duties, so that no one could monopolize the credit and gain excessive prestige."

The coldness in Li Dan's eyes gradually faded. He coughed lightly and patted Yin Li's shoulder: "Among all the civil and military officials, each has their own agenda. I'm afraid the only one who can truly plan for me and solve my problems is you, Yin Li."

Yin Li bowed deeply and replied respectfully, "It is my duty to share Your Majesty's burdens."

Li Dan waved his hand, his tone becoming more cheerful: "Come on! Let's have a couple of drinks together. I'm in a good mood tonight!"