Chapter 372: War and Disturbance (2)

The current second captain of the Jingsha City-State is a renowned legend, not only in his combat prowess, but also in his experience.

Rumor has it that this captain, born into a weak race, was born insulated from combat and should have lived a peaceful life. However, the second captain was born with a pure heart. From a young age, he admired the warriors who defended their country and aspired to be a glorious soldier.

He sought guidance from renowned masters throughout Jingsha, but due to his inherent limitations, he made limited progress. Undeterred, the captain, upon hearing that Longxiang boxing practiced equally among all races, braved the dangers and sailed alone to Longquan Township to learn the true art of martial arts.

——Then he drifted to Shura Island due to a shipwreck.

It's hard to say whether this captain was unlucky or lucky. He survived a disaster and ended up stranded in a foreign land, only to find his fate on Shura Island, a land of hellish proportions. But a determined person can find a way out, no matter where. This captain, through his own hard work, found a way to support himself. He capitalized on his unique appearance and joined a local theater group, where, through unremitting efforts, he became a renowned Noh actor!

The second captain toured Shura Island for three years, drawing crowds wherever he went. It's said even Wu Zun saw him perform. After his final performance, the local general personally dispatched a fleet to escort him to Longquan Township, fulfilling his dream of becoming a disciple and seeking the truth.

He later became a disciple of the Chenjun Palace in Longquan Township, ultimately acquiring a wealth of skills. By the time he returned to the city-state of Jingsha, he was already a renowned legend, yet he declined offers from the House of Representatives and the nobility, resolutely joining the army.

He was a distinguished warrior on the front lines, a compassionate and dedicated officer, and a courageous leader in battle. He earned the respect of everyone in the barracks. It could be said that the Second Captain held a position of prestige within the city-state's military system; his single words could influence the entire army!

"He's a famous figure. I admired him very much when I was back home!" Qing Ye said excitedly. "What kind of solution such a legend will come up with is really exciting!"

"You'd better lower your expectations a little bit..." Fan Dexu said with his eyes narrowed.

"Huh? Why?"

“The gap will be huge.”

When the three of them leisurely arrived, Glory Square was already packed with veterans. Bronze statues of historical heroes were dotted around the perimeter of the square, while in the center stood a nondescript wooden stage, its exaggerated, festival-like paintings making Qing Ye almost think he'd returned to his hometown.

The stage was guarded by several burly divine guards, each wearing a ghost mask with green faces and fangs. They were the elite soldiers of the second team. The ghost-masked soldiers pulled back the curtain, and an atmospheric cloud of smoke filled the air... Then, from deep within the smoke, a mysterious chanting sounded!

"Withered grass swaying in the wind

Brothers fighting each other

I can’t rest in peace!”

This is exactly the ancient art of "Haiku" inherited from Shura Island! In the modern Shura Island where rituals and music have collapsed, people who can chant Haiku are extremely rare. Qingye hurriedly wrote it down!

The smoke dissipated with the recitation of the haiku, and a masked, burly man appeared on the stage, carrying a strange bag. Perhaps even those in the third order of the story didn't expect this mysterious masked figure, Huan Ge, to be the captain of the Jingsha Second Divine Guard!

He clapped his hands as big as a palm-leaf fan and said in a long voice, "Wow, wow, sorry to have kept you all waiting. The second captain's special speech is about to begin! Let's first review the glorious history of the military camp..."

The old man who had been chatting with Qingxia earlier stood in front of the crowd and shouted, "If you have to fart, do it now!"

"Don't be so impatient..."

Huan Ge said aggrievedly, "Let's get straight to the point! Everyone has witnessed the friction between the bill's supporters and opponents. The intensity of the conflict has gradually escalated in recent days, and I have truly felt that if we don't quickly, steadily, and safely resolve the dispute, our honor and beliefs will be corroded by internal strife! Therefore, as the captain of the Jingsha Second Divine Guard, I am proposing an emergency response plan for extraordinary times!"

Qing Ye clenched her fists, her heart pounding with excitement. A significant number of soldiers throughout the Second Order were like her, waiting for their wise and powerful captain's plan!

"——Let's fight in the ring!"

For almost half a second, the Second Pulse Sequence was completely silent. Qing Ye unconsciously said, "...Huh?"

"Let's fight in the ring!" Huang Ge repeated complacently. "We, the Second Order, are a military camp that values ​​strength and bravery. Disputes should be settled in a warrior's manner. So, let's duel! Independents and conservatives, each side will select its most valiant warriors to fight it out in this ring. Whoever emerges victorious will be the side supported by the Second Order!"

The soldiers of the Second Order took nearly twenty seconds to digest the captain's proposal. They smiled, straightened their demeanor, and spoke calmly and composedly.

"Are you kidding me?" "You thought this was a comic?" "Captain, are you out of your mind?" "I told you this idiot doesn't understand politics!" "You called everyone out just to talk about this?" "Captain, stop getting involved in this mess, let's go back to headquarters!" "I was actually looking forward to it just now, and I feel like an idiot..."

The booing and yelling came like a tide, and anyone with a weak mind would have been driven off the stage! But Huan Ge, relying on his mask and his face, stood stubbornly on the stage. He crossed his arms over his chest and shouted, "Silence!"

A resounding bell-like shout instantly silenced everyone. Huan Ge sneered, "You all think this method is frivolous, don't you? Then I'd like to ask, what is the proper and mature solution? Is it to let politicians pontificate on the streets, like a poetic umbrella, and trust whoever speaks best? Or is it to engage in endless arguments in Parliament, like Mansa Star Fortress, and let the votes of those who don't understand warriors decide the future? Or is it..."

"Is it, as some of you are planning, to start a civil war in this camp and play the game of victor taking all justice?"

As soon as these words were spoken, several people in the arena dropped their heads, not daring to meet Huan Ge's gaze. The captain, however, was still laughing. "That's a great idea! We of the Second Order have a dueling method anyway. If a fight breaks out, I'll personally take the field. I'll defeat every opponent, and even if everyone in this camp were put together, they wouldn't be my match!"

These words were extremely arrogant, but no one in the audience objected. They were all soldiers, most of them had been on the battlefield, and they all knew how powerful their captain was!

"By then, the Second Order will have the final say. You'll have to do everything I say. Otherwise, you'll be breaking the law and going to jail!" Huan Ge shouted angrily, "Do you think this method is good? Answer me!"

The sergeants stood at attention and replied simultaneously: "No, Captain!"

"Of course not! We are soldiers! Our duty is to defend our country!" Huan Ge said in a deep voice. "It's foolish for soldiers to waver over political affairs, and it's even more absurd to want to start an internal conflict. Not to mention the ridicule from the other allies on Dust Island, we can't even face our fallen comrades in the afterlife!"

"Whether the bill is supported or not, for us, it's nothing more than a matter of whether this front will remain or go forward. So let's resolve this issue the military way! A competitive match between the two sides is always better than daily infighting in our own base camp."

He looked around and called out, "Any questions?"

"have!"

Silain stepped out of the crowd and said in a deep voice, "A civil war in the barracks cannot and must not begin, but your method of fighting in the ring isn't necessarily fair. You, Huan Ge, are the highest commander in the barracks, and privately, a comrade to many soldiers. You are also the strongest of our second-order lineage. You have clearly stated your position, so how dare others stand against you? Who dares to claim they can defeat you? In the end, it will all be decided by your words, and others will not accept that!"

Huan Ge laughed after hearing this and said, "Wow, old general, calm down a bit. First, this competition will be divided into three rounds, one each for points 3, 4, and 5. Only by winning all three rounds can one side be considered the winner!"

Silan frowned. "Three fights, three wins? I've never heard of such a demanding outcome."

"If one side doesn't have an overwhelming advantage, the fight will be as good as never. The loser won't be convinced," Huan Ge said leisurely. "Secondly... in this duel, I, Huan Ge, will personally represent the Independent Faction!"

Silane's eyes almost popped out of his head: "What did you say?!"

Not to mention the old general's shock, the entire military camp was in an uproar. Even the second squadron's personal guards couldn't stand it anymore: "Captain, you fucking defected?!"

"How dare you!" Huan Ge turned around and shouted angrily, "This independence bill has already been voted into law and is the city-state's current official policy. As the second captain, I support the city-state's resolution. What's wrong with that?"

He leaned over and said to the old general with a smile, "So, you independents have nothing to say, right?"

Silain was also a man of great resolve, and he immediately made the decision: "Alright! Your character, Huan Ge, is known to everyone in the barracks. Since you said you would fight for me, you will definitely not play those deceitful tricks. We have no objection!"

The independent sergeants were greatly encouraged, and they shouted "Captain Gao Yi". The conservatives, on the other hand, were unhappy: "It's not fair!" "Who can beat the captain?" "What will we do if a fight breaks out?!"

Qing Ye, listening to this, finally understood. Chu Hengkong pushed his way through the crowd and stepped onto the stage. His aura swept across the venue like a fan, hushing the entire place. He spoke loudly, "Captain Huan Ge, this struggle for independence involves many people, and we outsiders have some questions to ask."

Huan Ge smiled and said, "Just tell me."

"Whether the Independence Act passes or not is actually a battle between Du Ai and the Allies. Everyone in the barracks is a comrade-in-arms who fought side by side, so naturally we, the Allies, should also contribute our part!"

Chu Hengkong said with his hands behind his back, "I, Chu Hengkong of Huilong City, am willing to fight for my comrades in the Allied Forces. What do you think, Captain?"

Huan Ge laughed heartily. "My comrades are willing to share our city-state's worries. Why should I object? I just wonder what the conservatives think?"

Chu Hengkong glanced coldly at the audience. No matter their military rank or position, anyone who opened their mouths rushed to express their opinions: "Master Chu, it's no problem, Master Chu!" "Master Chu, you are so righteous!" "Thank you so much." "We absolutely support you, absolutely support you!"

What a joke! Over the past three days, every single one of the most notable figures in the military camp has been personally beaten up by this Mr. Chu. He single-handedly fought back a near-civil war! Who dares to oppose him? He'll probably show off his unstoppable power this afternoon!

Huan Ge said sternly, "Good! In that case, you and I will both prepare ourselves, and the battle will decide the outcome in two days!"

(End of this chapter)