The First Sage of Military Strategists

Immediately afterwards, this magnificent and resounding sound suddenly echoed throughout the heavens and earth, so that everyone in Yuelu Academy could hear it clearly.

Moreover, this voice resounds directly in people's hearts, containing some profound and mysterious divine meaning.

In an instant, everyone in the entire Yuelu Academy was alarmed, rushing out from the pavilions and towers, their eyes scanning the sky, and discussing amongst themselves.

Han Qing frowned. The instant the voice rang out, he suddenly felt a profound and mysterious law descend upon the world, forcing him to accept the challenge.

If he breaks the agreement and fails to arrive in the South China Sea within a year, he will die and his fortune will be taken away by the leader of the Mohist school.

This was the first time he had ever seen such a domineering magic weapon. For a moment, he was both surprised and filled with murderous intent.

"This imperial edict was left by the Primordial Emperor in ancient times. The Primordial Emperor's strength had reached the third level of the Rainbow Transformation Realm. He possessed all the secrets of martial arts, and his words could be lawfully enforced. Even the rules of the Heavenly Dao could be altered."

"Han Qing, you must have already sensed some of the mysteries. You cannot refuse this duel, because Heaven is the witness. Unless you escape this world, but I think with your personality, you are not afraid of even life and death, so why would you run away from a duel?" Lin Motong said softly.

"What a fine leader of the Mohist school! I have no deep-seated hatred for your Mohist school. His actions are truly unjust and immoral. Since that's the case, I won't hesitate to completely destroy the Mohist school in the future," Han Qing said coldly.

"How arrogant! My Mohist school has a long history. Dynasties have changed and time has passed. Countless forces have perished, but my Mohist school has stood firm. How can you destroy it as you please?" the Vermilion Bird Giant Spirit mocked.

Han Qing raised an eyebrow: "Lin Motong, I will not kill you today. Get out of my sight immediately. However, your arrival has put me in a bad mood today. And since this Vermilion Bird Giant Spirit just happened to run into me, you can't blame me."

The Vermilion Bird Giant Spirit suddenly took flight, and Han Qing's figure vanished from its original spot, instantly blocking its path. With a raised fist, he directly blasted the Vermilion Bird Giant Spirit apart in mid-air.

The Vermilion Bird Giant Spirit, which seemed invincible back then, is now like an ant in his eyes, easily killed with a single punch.

Lin Motong didn't dare to say anything, and suddenly flew away, quickly disappearing into the distant horizon.

"Husband, what's going on? Is the final battle in a year?"

Yan Qiuling, who was in seclusion, was awakened by the commotion and flew from a pavilion into the air. Qi Guanzi, Zhou Xiaoru, and others also flew into the sky at the same time.

Han Qing remained calm: "That old devil from the Mohist school wants to seize my fortune. He must think that I am the chosen one who will lead the change of humanity. He will take away my fortune and lead the trend of humanity on my behalf. This is the principle that a tree that stands out in the forest will be blown down by the wind."

It is precisely because he has improved his strength at an astonishing rate in recent years and shown extraordinary talent that he has been targeted and attracted all sorts of trouble.

However, time is of the essence, and the world is moving forward at an unstoppable pace. If he had to choose again, he would still choose to improve his strength at full speed.

“My lord, the old ghost of the Mo family is unfathomably powerful. He is low-key and secretive, rarely making a move, but every time he does, his strength is terrifying. It can be said that he is the most mysterious person in the world, and very likely the strongest. Even Emperor Yu has been unable to deal with him for so many years. I think you don’t need to fight him. With your talent, as long as you don’t die, it won’t be long before you completely surpass him,” Yan Qiuling said in a deep voice.

“Indeed, young master, the leader of the Mohist school is cunning and shrewd. The best course of action is to avoid fighting him, lest we fall into his trap,” Zhou Xiaoru added.

Han Qing shook his head: "Just now, Lin Motong activated a magic treasure called the Emperor's Last Will, which can act on behalf of the Heavenly Dao. This decisive battle has become part of the Heavenly Dao, just like the sun rising in the east and setting in the west, which is a natural law that no one can stop. If I avoid the battle, the punishment will still take effect, and I will still die."

"Hmm? How could there be such a domineering magic weapon in this world?" Zhou Xiaoru exclaimed in surprise. "The edict of the Human Emperor? It must have been left by the first Human Emperor, Yuanshi Dadi, who is recognized by all races under heaven. I heard that he had already reached the third stage of the Rainbow Transformation Realm, and his strength was incredibly powerful. It's not surprising that the magic weapon he left behind could change the rules of the Heavenly Dao." Qi Guanzi responded.

"Husband, does that mean we have no choice but to accept the challenge? But if the leader of the Mohist school dares to issue a challenge, he must be extremely confident of winning." A hint of worry flashed in Yan Qiuling's eyes.

As Han Qing spoke, he led everyone to fly down from the sky and land in the central pavilion of Yuelu Academy. He sat in a chair, his face still showing a calm and breezy expression.

"Although this decisive battle is inevitable, there may be other ways to resolve it. For example, if the leader of the Mohist school dies before the one-year deadline, this decisive battle will naturally not happen."

"Does my husband mean to strike first and kill him?" Yan Qiuling immediately understood Han Qing's thoughts.

Han Qing laughed and said, "That's right. How could I be led by the nose by that old ghost? He wants to have a decisive battle a year later, but I won't allow it. Just now, I left a wisp of my magic power on Lin Motong, which was just enough to lock onto that old ghost's location. Then I directly attacked and killed him, catching him off guard."

“What you say is absolutely right, young master. When dealing with this kind of person, we must not go along with him or follow his plans. Otherwise, we will fall into a trap and there will be no way out. We should disrupt his plans.” Zhou Xiaoru also strongly agreed.

"No rush, let's wait. Once we've located the old ghost of the Mo family, I'll make my move immediately," Han Qing added.

...

The far north is a vast, frigid land.

Tiangongfang is located in the center of a valley surrounded by icebergs.

After traveling for many days, Lin Motong finally arrived at this place and suddenly flew into the interior of the Heavenly Craft Workshop.

Inside were numerous rooms. The leader of the Mo family was wearing a gray robe and sitting cross-legged on a futon, his eyes slightly closed, meditating. He only slowly opened his eyes when Lin Motong arrived.

"Master, I have delivered the challenge. Han Qing, enraged, smashed the Vermilion Bird Giant Spirit with a single punch." Lin Motong bowed slightly, his attitude respectful.

The leader of the Mohist school nodded slightly, then suddenly said in a deep voice, "Han Qing, since you're here, why not come out and greet me?"

Lin Motong was startled. Suddenly, she saw a ray of white light shoot out from his body, instantly transforming into Han Qing's appearance and standing in front of the Mo family leader.

"Old ghost of the Mohist school, such behavior is neither benevolent nor righteous. You will regret what you have done today." Han Qing said calmly, his gaze fixed on the leader of the Mohist school.

The latter, with a hoarse voice, suddenly laughed and said, "I don't believe in any of that talk of benevolence and morality. If you want revenge, then come at me!"

After he finished speaking, he waved his hand, and Han Qing's wisp of magical thought dissipated into the world.

Lin Motong was still shaken: "Han Qing's strength is too terrifying. I was possessed by a wisp of his magical thought, and I didn't notice anything unusual from beginning to end."

"His cultivation level has already reached the Rainbow Transformation Realm, and he has also broken through his limits with the inheritance of the Gluttonous Heavenly Demon. The gap between you and him is too great, so it's normal that you didn't notice. You should blame me for this; it seems I underestimated his growth rate. This is the Chosen One, blessed with immense fortune. Even when trapped in dire straits, he can always turn danger into safety. However, it doesn't matter. In a year, everything he has will be taken from me. I will become the leader of the human revolution and use this opportunity to become a Martial Saint of Ten Thousand Apertures." (End of Chapter)