Achieving the Dao from the Hundred Schools of Thought

The difference between a glimmer of light and a candle flame cannot be represented by simple numerical values ​​in a game.

Only after advancing to the Candlelight Realm did Zhuang Weiyang learn about the many wonderful uses of the Heart Flame!

The fire in his heart seemed to have found a source, shining on his internal organs without stopping, and Zhuang Weiyang's body was constantly strengthened under the illumination of the fire in his heart!

"The dragon scale armor I was wearing just now slightly affected my speed; but after this breakthrough, the thousand-pound armor feels like ordinary clothing, and it no longer hinders my walking, sitting, or lying down!"

Zhuang Weiyang secretly channeled her inner fire into her body. The moment the inner fire touched the dragon scale armor, a faint connection was established.

As long as Zhuang Weiyang has the time to refine it, the treasure armor can be stored within her inner fire.

Like Zhong Bai's spear, it is readily available and extremely convenient.

Zhuang Weiyang focused her inner fire on her eyes again. Within a few feet around her, the gray-black demonic energy intertwined with the white human energy. Things that were invisible to mortals became clearly visible under the illumination of the inner fire!

"In this way, even ghosts and spirits can be seen with our eyes. If there are demons such as 'Mountain Lords' or 'Ghost Foxes' that can control wild ghosts, we can also use magic to kill them."

"Most importantly, it has great battery life!"

Zhuang Weiyang doesn't yet know how many "Heavenly Collapse" grenades he can unleash! But his daily use of the Military Saint's Techniques no longer poses a burden to him!

"Brother-in-law, please say a few words for me!"

Zhong Bai's soft exclamations interrupted Zhuang Weiyang's comprehension.

Faced with the surging savages, Zhong Bai's cold expression was almost unbearable. Without moving his lips, he softly called out to Zhuang Weiyang.

Zhuang Weiyang then stopped examining herself, and with a thought, the inner fire retreated back into her heart.

It's an old tradition; how can you manage without a trump card? You have to keep something in reserve!

Once everything was ready, Zhuang Weiyang stepped forward and addressed the thousand-plus villagers in a loud voice: "Silence! What kind of behavior is this, making such a racket!"

"Quickly find someone of high standing to answer the questions!"

As soon as he finished speaking, the commotion among the villagers subsided considerably, leaving only the sobs of a few people.

"Alas, it seems that the first to be shaken by the change of system is not my anger, but these savages below..."

Zhuang Weiyang looked around at the crowd. The wild people below looked at each other, and finally the "scarecrow" who had spoken earlier walked to the front of the crowd.

The scarecrow was breathing rapidly, its lips trembling uncontrollably. After taking a few deep breaths, it collapsed to its knees with a thud.

"Sir, what you just said, is it true? You didn't...you weren't lying to us?"

Zhuang Weiyang put on a stern face and adopted an authoritative demeanor.

"The lives of commoners are cheap; the lives of over a thousand are not worth a single word from me. What is there to deceive?"

"But……"

"No buts, is there anything else?!"

Zhuang Weiyang interrupted the wild people with feigned impatience. Strangely, after being reprimanded by Zhuang Weiyang, the wild people seemed to become more at ease.

In this world, the lives of the wild are cheap, a rule as firm as iron, imprisoning all wild people. "The road ahead is long and arduous..."

Zhuang Weiyang's mind raced, and she stopped urging the "scarecrow" below. The wild people mustered their courage and whispered among themselves.

"Is this really true?"

"It must be my father who accumulated good karma for me in the City of the Unjustly Dead!"

"I told them that my ancestors were also Chinese, but I was separated from them when I was young..."

The whispers, unheard by mortals, were all heard by Zhuang Weiyang, who listened intently with a flicker of her inner fire.

"Shut up! What's your name?!" Zhuang Weiyang heard the increasingly strange discussion in the crowd and, thinking that most of them had calmed down, immediately stopped them.

"Hey, I'm Tu Laoliu!" The scarecrow didn't dare delay and immediately gave his name.

Zhuang Weiyang stared at Tu Laoliu and said, word by word:

"Remember this: this policy is entirely due to General Zhong Bai and also relies on the support of the Second Young Master!"

Whether it's your ancestors' virtues or bad karma, it has absolutely nothing to do with it!

You are nothing but ordinary savages!

Now, the opportunity to change your fate rests in your hands! Whether you can seize it, change your destiny, and ensure that your children and wives are well-fed and clothed depends entirely on yourselves!

"You bumpkin, what else do you want to ask? If not, get back here right now! Obey General Zhong's orders to reorganize the troops!"

Tu Laoliu kowtowed repeatedly, unable to utter a single complete sentence. When he looked up, Tu Laoliu smiled, his dark, sunken cheeks revealing a gaping, bleeding mouth.

Zhuang Weiyang was taken aback, then realized. "She's ruthless, biting her lip to calm herself with pain. Not bad!"

"My lord, Old Man Tu has two last questions! Following these two generals, will my wife and children have enough to eat? How many days can we possibly live?"

Zhuang Weiyang straightened her expression and replied, "If there is war, you will eat demon flesh and drink demon blood! Don't worry, after being refined, demon flesh and blood are highly nutritious and won't kill you! Your wives, children, and elderly will be taken care of by General Zhong, and you won't starve!"

If there is no war, you will be allocated land to cultivate as you see fit. The produce of the land, except for the taxes to be paid to the Second Prince, will belong to you. Ownership of the private land will change generations, from father to son, and from son to grandson!

As for your lives...

At this point, Zhuang Weiyang paused deliberately, looked around, and found that no one showed any fear.

In the eyes of these savages, there was only a flame as blazing as the fire in their hearts!

Zhuang Weiyang nodded in satisfaction. Only if people want to save themselves can change be meaningful.

"You will follow General Zhong to slay demons and evil spirits and sacrifice your lives for the country! If you achieve meritorious service, you will be rewarded with land, official positions, and all the rewards you could want! If you die in battle, General Zhong will not let your orphans starve to death."

As for how long I will live, that's beyond my control!

As soon as Zhuang Weiyang finished speaking, the coldness on Zhong Bai's face disappeared, and he looked at Zhuang Weiyang with a questioning expression.

"Brother-in-law, why is it all my work? Where are you going?"

Zhuang Weiyang remained calm and composed, her lips not moving, and replied in the same manner:

"Your Zhong family has put a lot of effort into these soldiers. Since you are skilled in military training, you should naturally be in charge! You can keep me in the army as a lieutenant general to practice military tactics."

Now that her goal has been achieved, Zhuang Weiyang naturally won't compete with Zhong Bai for the position of commander.

Zhong Bai, standing to the side, was unsure of Zhuang Weiyang's true purpose and hesitated for a moment.

"this……"

Zhuang Weiyang turned around, walked behind Zhong Bai, and said softly, "Don't act like a child. Over a thousand new recruits are waiting for you to organize them!"

Zhong Bai was a straightforward person, so he stopped making excuses and stepped forward, saying:

"I am Zhong Bai! Listen up, from now on, when you see me, you must treat me like you're seeing your own father!"

Your names have been recorded under my name, Zhong Bai, by the officials. From now on, you are my sons under my command! Do you understand?!

"promise--!"

The responses were scattered, but Zhong Bai was quite satisfied.

There was no fear in these people's eyes.

It seems that if they were asked to kill Ao Guang, they would dare to bare their fangs!

If properly trained, they're more effective than the Chinese army!

Zhong Bai immediately selected several leaders and had them distribute weapons and armor.

They're all standard equipment for ordinary people, but they're enough.

Zhuang Weiyang looked at the orderly villagers and stepped forward to ask:

"Are all these weapons and armor yours, Zhong family property?"

"No, these belong to the Wu Kingdom! Then, Brother Zhong, remove these people from the roster and add them to the army under my name, and I can then apply to my father!"

The soldiers led by Bingxiu must all be soldiers recognized by the King.

How to obtain recognition? This requires political revision to compile a roster.

Only if your name is on the roster can you be considered a soldier and enjoy the general's magical blessing!

"Zhong Bai, I don't know much about the wild areas around Zhuili. How should I put it?"

Zhong Bai looked at these savages and pondered, "Sigh, if I want them to live a few more days, they need to be trained by me... at least eat the flesh of demons for a few days to strengthen their bodies!"

With that, Zhong Bai sighed, "But time waits for no one... Summer planting is imminent, and the private fields desperately need demon blood. There's not enough time!"

"These savages are not afraid of death; it would truly break my heart if they were to perish in vain!"

Zhuang Weiyang smiled upon hearing this.

"Brother Bai, marching is no problem! With my wind magic, these soldiers digest the flesh of the monsters as they march, strengthening their bodies so they don't fall behind."

As for safety...

Brother Bai, have you ever heard of the Fierce General's Method?