Chapter 5: The Ultimate Realm of Soldiers: Proving the Truth with the Physical Body
"quiet!"

Just as the two were whispering to each other.

Two figures suddenly appeared on the high platform in front.

Gao Changsheng's pupils shrank slightly.

These are two old men.

A man wearing armor, with a strong build, like a tiger descending from the mountain.

The other person was wearing a black robe and had extremely sharp eyes.

The most important thing is that this person’s pupils are extremely rare, double pupils.

Of course, what is surprising is not their appearance, but their overwhelming aura.

"That's Elder Wu and Elder Yu!"

Yang Xuangan next to him suddenly spoke.

Gao Changsheng understood instantly.

The sturdy old man should be Wu Jianzhang. I didn’t expect that he is still alive.

However, thinking that this was not a purely heroic world of the Sui and Tang dynasties, Gao Changsheng was not too surprised.

As for the other old man with double pupils, it was obviously Yu Juluo.

This person can be considered a legendary figure.

Wu Jianzhang and Yu Juluo are the only ones who are still alive among the Nine Elders of the Sui Dynasty, except Yang Lin.

Gao Changsheng's eyes turned as he thought of something.

At this moment, on the high platform, a pair of double pupils happened to turn slowly.

The two gazes collided quietly.

Gao Changsheng's heart moved.

When their eyes met just now, he seemed to vaguely sense that there was something strange in the other person's eyes.

But now is obviously not the time to think too much.

Because at this time, Wu Jianzhang spoke.

"The Gao family, the Yang family, the Han family, the Luo family, the Li family, and the Yuwen family, all are outstanding descendants of our Great Sui Dynasty."

Wu Jianzhang glanced at the entire audience and laughed.

"That's Han Qinhu's Han family, but it seems that the one who came this time is not Han Qinhu's son, but his nephew, Li Jing, the Pharmacist."

Yang Xuangan on the side suddenly spoke.

"The one from the Luo family seems to be Luo Yi's son, but the reason he was able to come here was not because of Luo Yi, but because he was recommended by Ding Yanping."

Gao Changsheng looked at Yang Xuangan in surprise.

This kind of mumbling behavior is really inconsistent with the other party's previous style of being the best in the world.

Yang Xuangan didn't notice Gao Changsheng's gaze.

Still muttering to himself.

"There are also the Li family and the Yuwen family. Tsk tsk, these two families are here to join in the fun."

"Isn't the Ice Mysterious Power inherited from the Yuwen family? When did they learn the Way of the Warrior? The Phoenix Wing Gilded Halberd is a beautifully made weapon, but it's too flashy and useless."

"And the Li family, they even have a child with them, it's a joke."

Yang Xuangan mocked him without any hesitation.

But he didn't notice.

Gao Changsheng's gaze beside him had been fixed on those people for a long time.

Especially the little kid who looked like a hungry ghost whom he mocked the most.

In fact, it’s not just Gao Changsheng.

Wu Jianzhang and Yu Juluo on the high platform also looked at this boy for a long time.

However, Gao Changsheng also understood that those who were recruited were basically the descendants of the Nine Elders and the major families.

Family like the Li family and the Yuwen family are considered to be the aristocratic families.

As for the other two families, the Dugu family is a royal family and does not join the army. As for the Lingnan Song family, everyone who knows understands.

"Don't be nervous!"

Wu Jianzhang's voice sounded again.

"There's nothing important this time. I just want to meet with you juniors."

"Originally, King Kaoshan wanted to come in person, but he had to coordinate the expedition and couldn't spare the time, so he entrusted the two of us to come."

After Wu Jianzhang finished speaking, there was still silence below.

"How about this!"

Wu Jianzhang smiled.

"You are all descendants of generals, and most of you practice the military art passed down from your family."

"As for me, I have been immersed in this for decades. Although I have achieved a lot, I do have some experience. If you have any questions, please feel free to ask."

As soon as these words came out, everyone in the audience was excited, including Yang Xuangan. Although those who could come here all had family backgrounds, they were not lacking in inheritance.

But basically all the elders are no longer around, and for families like the Li and Yuwen families, their family heritage is not in the art of war.

Now that they have the opportunity to receive guidance from such a senior, everyone is of course excited.

"May I ask Elder Wu, where is the pinnacle of the Way of Martial Arts?"

Finally someone spoke.

"Where is the end of the road of martial arts?" Wu Jianzhang laughed.

Then he looked at the person who asked the question and spoke again:
"I understand what you mean!"

"Qi and blood military path, cultivate qi and blood, and build a strong body!"

"The nine levels of Qi and blood are like a road to heaven, one step at a time."

"After the ninth heaven, of course, we have to leap to the ultimate realm."

As soon as Wu Jianzhang finished speaking, someone couldn't wait to speak.

"What is the extreme?"

"The ultimate state of strength, the physical body becomes a Buddha!"

As soon as the words fell, everyone felt inexplicably shocked.

"May I ask, Mr. Wu, is there such a person in the world?"

The one who spoke was Yang Xuangan.

At this moment, his eyes were like two bright lights, constantly shining.

"Of course!"

Wu Jianzhang laughed out loud.

"The Nine Continents are vast, with countless outstanding people, and there is no shortage of amazing talents."

However, Wu Jianzhang seemed to understand that this answer would not satisfy everyone, so he spoke again slowly.

"Take my Great Sui territory for example. Twenty years ago, King Yang Lin took half a step forward and briefly stood in that realm."

As soon as he finished speaking, Wu Jianzhang changed the subject.

"But later on, I grew old and weak, and my energy and blood were depleted..."

The rest of the words were not finished, but everyone understood.

For a moment, disappointment involuntarily appeared on everyone's face.

The Qi and Blood Military Path originated from the battlefield. The physical body is unparalleled and the attacks are cruel and domineering.

This is a road born for fighting, and the combat effectiveness is extremely strong.

But there is no perfect path in the world.

In the art of military affairs, the most important thing is Qi and blood, but human Qi and blood are never ever-present.

Unless, as Wu Jianzhang said, you reach the extreme state, enter another level, and perfectly lock the qi and blood in your body.

Otherwise, no matter how strong a person is, after a few decades, his energy and blood will decline and his fighting power will eventually decrease.

"Are you having hesitations in your heart, feeling that the military path has too many limitations compared to martial arts and other paths?" Wu Jianzhang suddenly spoke.

Hearing this, many people nodded unconsciously.

"madness!"

Wu Jianzhang shouted loudly.

"In the great art of war, force is always only a part, or even a small part."

"The four forces of the military are the yin and yang of the military, the situation of the military, the skills of the military, and the strategy of the military."

"Fighting bravely is one thing, but it is far from everything."

Having said that, Wu Jianzhang's eyes slid and fell on a certain place, which was where Gao Changsheng and Yang Xuangan were.

"I believe everyone knows the two military gods of the Sui Dynasty."

As soon as the words fell, everyone in the field moved.

"In terms of military strength, neither Duke Gao Jiong of Qi nor Duke Yang Su of Yue can compare to King Kaoshan."

"But why is it that the title of Military God, which represents military strategy, is not held by the King of Patron but by these two?"

For a moment, countless enthusiastic eyes fell on Wu Jianzhang.

"No matter how strong a person is, there are always limits. This is never what a military strategist pursues."

"What about the ultimate state? Even the land immortals of the martial arts can do that?"

"Twenty years ago, Sui destroyed Southern Chen!"

"Gao Yang attacked from both sides, hundreds of thousands of troops, crushing the enemy with ease."

"The Buddhist country of Nanchen, 800 li in area, 3,000 bhikkhus, 500 arhats, and three living Buddhas who had obtained golden bodies, were all turned into dust."

"When the army is in formation, they can kill immortals and gods. This is the strongest point of the way of the military."

(End of this chapter)