[Simulation Year 9, Spring]

[You are 24 years old, Wu Yingxue is 18 years old]

[The winter snow melts and spring comes. The snow covering the earth's surface disappears a little every day, gradually revealing the soil underneath.]

[You know very well that the army is in urgent need of food. Only a large amount of food can ensure that people can survive.]

[You and the girl soldiers split into two groups]

[One goes to the border, leads the soldiers seeking life to kill demons and harvest as much flesh and blood as possible]

[One stayed in Pingshui County and was responsible for spring farming]

[The girl picked up a spear and headed to the border to hunt monsters. For her, this was what she was best at.]

【"Mr. Xu and his demon-killing generals."】

[This is how people comment on your relationship with girls]

…

[Twenty days later, Wu Yingxue returned with his army and killed many demons, but many people were injured.]

[The current border is still in the aftermath of the demonic tide]

[Much more dangerous than usual]

[Fortunately, thanks to the army's numerical advantage and Wu Yingxue's innate strength, no major changes occurred.]

The bright spring light pours down from the sky, illuminating the desolate yet bustling land.

The soil was turned up.

The grass was mixed with dew.

There is a subtle earthy smell that is unique to nature.

The returning girl squatted next to Xu Xi with a carefree attitude, watching the lively scene of spring ploughing with Xu Xi.

There aren't many oxen for farming in Pingshui County, but there are many people who have practiced the Fool's Skill.

"The power of the bull!!"

In the new land that was reclaimed not long ago.

Ah Niu shouted loudly to the sky and transformed into a human tiller, rumbling past and loosening the soil with pure energy and blood violence.

"color!"

"Big win!"

The onlookers exclaimed in amazement.

It is said that Ah Niu is stronger than a real ox and is a good hand at farm work.

"Sir, why are you all so happy?"

The young girl squatting next to Xu Xi asked curiously. She didn't understand why farming could be so lively.

Xu Xi chuckled.

Answer the girl's questions and resolve their doubts.

"Yingxue, there are many people who will never leave their hometown for the rest of their lives."

"All they can touch is the sky above their heads and the earth beneath their feet."

"But the land at the border..."

"It's useless. It's been tainted by demon blood and can't produce much food..."

Xu Xi's voice was very soft.

It is so light that it seems to disappear in the wind, yet it reveals the heavy sorrow and joy.

The "criminals" living on the border of Daqian not only have to face the harassment of demons, but even the land they depend on for survival has been eroded to the point where it is almost unusable.

That's why.

That's why people get so excited.

He grabbed the soil with both hands, and what scattered from his fingers were normal soil particles, not the foul-smelling, black soil stained with the poisonous blood of demons.

There are no "adults" who are high and mighty to whip and punish people.

The "criminals" who were not treated as human beings can finally take a hard breath in this turbid and evil world.

"Niu, save your energy. Did you forget that you have boxing practice this afternoon?"

"I understand, Brother Xu!"

In the fields.

Hearing Xu Xi's words, the honest man stopped plowing the field and wiped the sweat off his face with a silly smile.

Yellow-brown soil particles followed its movement and were thrown into the air.

Briefly renders the sky overhead another color.

It is the same color as the earth.

Those who cannot survive stand on the solid and heavy land. Even if they are covered in sweat and dust, they will smile sincerely under the sun.

…

[Simulation Year 9, Summer]

[Spring plowing is over, Pingshui County becomes slightly quieter, but the quietness is short-lived]

【The flames of war are burning】

[You still haven't waited for Daqian's army, but you have waited for the siege of the surrounding counties and cities]

[You are slightly surprised. You thought you were the one who launched the attack, but you never expected that it was the surrounding Daqian County City that attacked first.]

"It seems that I underestimated the officials of Daqian."

"Maybe they're not so stupid after all."

On the battlefield.

Xu Xi looked at the dark and overwhelming army in the distance and commented with a serious expression.

As the distance got closer, in addition to the sound of horse hooves, Xu Xi also heard the roar of the enemy leader.

"Kill them! Just a bunch of refugees, their death is not a pity!"

"Haha, we are so lucky this year. We picked up the military merit that fell from the sky just like that!"

"How dare you, you are so bold, why don't you just stay outside the customs and actually break into the customs!"

"Kill! Kill! Kill! Make sure they never come back!"

contemptuous tone.

Arrogant attitude.

Arrogant look.

Xu Xi sighed and decided to retract his previous evaluation.

These invading county soldiers, and the county officials behind them, had no idea of ​​the fighting power of the troops seeking survival, and they were simply trying to gain "war merit".

The fight hasn't really started yet.

There was a kind of tit-for-tat between several counties, and they were afraid that the other side would have greater military achievements, and they did not take the soldiers who were seeking survival seriously at all.

Well, there is no need to say more about the victory or defeat of the war.

…

[You have achieved a great victory]

[Thanks to the stupidity of the surrounding counties, you are able to break through many counties without any hindrance, sweeping through the land of many counties like an autumn wind sweeping away fallen leaves]

[The so-called prominent families, the so-called high-ranking officials, all fled after hearing of your arrival]

[“Sir, they are delicious.”]

[Wu Yingxue said to you in a complaining tone]

[In Wu Yingxue's imagination, this year should have been a tough battle. She was even prepared to sacrifice herself. However, the stupidity of the Daqian officials almost pushed the victory to you.]

[You are truly difficult to lose]

[You smiled and comforted the girl, saying that this kind of easy victory is what you want to see most]

[Unfortunately, this kind of fool-proof victory will only happen in the early stages. As your territory becomes larger and larger, you will face real challenges.]

[The Thirteen Prefectures of Daqian, each prefecture has elite soldiers]

[Soon, maybe this year’s autumn or winter, or next year’s spring or summer]

[You will face the capital of Xuanqi State, the state where you are located. It is a powerful enemy force that will determine whether the army can continue to exist.]

[You feel pressure in your heart]

[The good news is that your state of mind is starting to loosen up]

[Day after day, you persist in observing the world with your martial arts eyes. You gradually understand the operation of heaven and earth, and imitate it with your qi and blood.]

[Now, the blood circulation in your body has completely departed from the original method and has become the mysterious vein of heaven and earth.]

You don’t rely on any external forces

[The only thing we have is the dedication and persistence that can be proven by the sun and the moon]

"Observe the principles of heaven and earth to build the foundation."

"The spirit of the martial arts will grow into branches and trunks."

"See the God of my own self, and use it to decorate the leaves and flowers."

"Now, it's time for me to advance to the next level."

Pingshui County.

Xu Xi led the army to capture several counties in succession and then returned to the original county.

While waiting for the autumn harvest, he tried to break through the Soul Realm.