Chapter 279: Chapter 152: True Gang Glaze, Supreme Fortune
Returning once more to the site of battle, the confrontation here has already drawn to a close.
Han Xiaoru has now collected herself, leading five hundred cavalry to quell any dissent, while Zhuo Yunfei has arrived with dozens of constables, unable to find much to do, only assisting Han Xiaoru in gathering the defeated troops and comforting hearts.
Indeed, this Chief Constable, one of the Seven of the Primordial, not only has a peculiar appearance and a knack for catching thieves, but is also adept at persuasion and inspiring thought.
Though he has a pleasant face akin to a woman’s and speaks in gentle tones... one might think such appearances would struggle to convince anyone, yet somehow, with just a few words, he can touch the very core of one’s heart.
After a few phrases, Chen Ping clearly sensed that the aura of despair and hopelessness among these defeated soldiers subtly shifted to reveal a flicker of vitality, with hope returning to their faces.
It was somewhat magical.
As Chen Ping listened, he couldn’t help but pause, suddenly feeling a wave of familiarity, as if he’d heard these words somewhere before.
"Master," Zhuo Yunfei passionately spoke, "who is born a master? Is anyone more noble with just one nose and two eyes?"
"Think about it, whether it’s Hexi County or Xingqing Prefecture, what are we in the eyes of the Cui Family?"
"For a meal, for not being driven to ruin, you serve the Cui Family, sacrificing for their wealth and glory... what for, ultimately?"
Zhuo Yunfei gestured to the corpses of men and horses around, speaking sorrowfully, "Nothing but to be wrapped in horsehide, or rot in the mud, nourishing the wild grass..."
"With blades pointed at the people of Great Li, you willingly serve as dogs for the Beizhou Barbarians, and even if you win, what changes? You’re still just a dog of the Cui Family, and any benefits will be enjoyed by their own first."
"But fighting alongside General Chen, opposing the Barbarians, overthrowing the Cui Family, you fight for yourselves, for your fellow countrymen, truly becoming masters..."
"Achieve merits, bravely kill enemies, and you can secure an illustrious name, praised throughout the land."
"All of you are heroes, no longer oppressed by the Court, no longer slaughtered by the Barbarians, nor exploited by the Noble Families. Isn’t that wonderful?"
Zhuo Yunfei raised a fist in the air, waving it vigorously, "Tell me, do you wish to create a peaceful era for yourself, for your families, are you willing?"
"Yes!"
"Would you eagerly fight the Barbarians, overthrow the Cui Family, to earn a place in history, to bless your family, are you willing?"
"Willing..."
First came scattered emotions of willingness, followed by a roar from thousands, and eventually, even the archers and cavalry of the Xuanwu Guard joined in.
Chen Ping stood by, watching everyone shout madly, as though no defeated soldiers remained, as though all present had won a great victory and envisioned a bright future.
"Good."
Chen Ping clapped his hands, slowly stepping forward.
Almost felt like he was in the wrong setting.
He realized, Zhuo Yunfei truly was overqualified to be a Chief Constable.
Had Zhuo Yunfei not avoided espousing some grand plans or missions, Chen Ping might have mistaken him for a traveler’s soul.
With his arrival, the feverish atmosphere instantly quelled.
Not because they suddenly awoke, but because the burgeoning resolve settled into their hearts, and everyone’s gaze toward him held reverence, awe, and deep submission.
’Suppressing Qi Number, this is the manifestation of suppressing Qi Number.’
Chen Ping silently sensed that formidable Military Qi, then understood.
It wasn’t solely Zhuo Yunfei’s speech that resonated deeply, for he merely provided a spark, amplified by the emotional magnification of the Azure Dragon Seal, enhancing its profound impact, working in harmony.
Subtly transforming hearts, indeed, this is a world imbued with magical artifacts.
With this thought, Chen Ping gently caressed the Azure Dragon Seal in his possession, inhaling deeply, truly comprehending.
Had he not inadvertently foiled the Thirteenth Prince of Beizhou, Yuwen Ying’s scheme, and retrieved the Azure Dragon Seal, in time, the opposing side would have truly built overwhelming momentum to unite the Celestial South by destiny.
Yuwen Ying’s defeat wasn’t a failure in strategy, but in Martial Force.
It seemed a bit unjust.
Just as he once heard Jinyi Guard Right Deputy Magistrate Liang Qi saying in the deep mountains, "A variable," which he hadn’t misjudged, for he was indeed the variable himself.
The Grand Evolution is fifty, utilizing forty-nine, the one that escapes.
And he is the one, yet all, is everything.
With this realization, all pressure within Chen Ping was swept away, acknowledging that what heaven grants wasn’t to be rejected, or it turns to folly.
Since he arrived in this world, he should do what is necessary, even facing the whole realm as an enemy, there is nothing to fear.
Since the Azure Dragon Seal chose him, he will act "unrestrained", without excessive reserves.
"General, I overstepped."
Seeing Chen Ping come, Zhuo Yunfei hesitated slightly, quickly bowing.
He merely felt, at that moment, as if this familiar "Junior Brother Chen" suddenly became imposing, possessing an inexplicable aura, weighing on him heavily.
"What general? Within ourselves, such terms aren’t practiced, merely for self-preservation. Capturing the Xuanwu Guard, sweeping Xingqing Prefecture, is for the people as well as our own lives, Senior Brother Zhuo being so formal makes me feel a bit uneasy."
"Junior Brother is right, it’s Senior Brother being overly courteous, yet a serpent without a head won’t manage, without correct titles the words are not sound, now Xingqing Prefecture’s rule has changed hands, we can’t continue fulfilling Great Li’s orders or adhering to the Prefect’s authority... as restrictions arise everywhere, squandering such a promising situation would indeed be regrettable."
