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The Dazzling New Star of the Heroes of the Martial World
Today, many members of the Martial Arts Community arrived at Confucius Academy with skepticism, curiosity, and puzzled expressions. Inside the academy, tables and chairs were arranged on both sides, and numerous students had already taken their seats. Many others had no place to sit, but this did not diminish their eager anticipation; those without seats stood nearby. Members of the Martial Arts Community, such as Fan Buzhao and Zhuge Kongming, were also standing in line to listen. Yi Junsheng and Reverse Head managed to squeeze into a slightly more forward position. Yi Junsheng said, "The Martial World Chronicles states that a single word from Mengzi is worth more than ten years of hard study. Seeing so many people here today confirms that Mengzi has quite a reputation."
At this moment, a voice called out, "Please welcome Mengzi!" Mengzi then slowly walked out from the Inner Hall and approached everyone. The students stood up to bow in respect to Mengzi, and the members of the Martial Arts Community also bowed in salute. Mengzi returned the gesture with both hands and said, "Thank you to all members of the Martial Arts Community and numerous students for your support; I express my gratitude here."
Yi Junsheng eagerly asked, "Mengzi, what will you be teaching us today?"
Mengzi replied, "No need to rush; I will take my time. The focus of my discussion today is the Great Harmony proposed by Confucius. What is the Great Harmony? Simply put, it is a society without war where everyone lives in harmony, is not selfish or self-serving, where everyone is treated fairly, lives joyfully, and has enough to eat while enjoying a stable livelihood."
Before Mengzi could finish, Fan Buzhao raised a question: "Mengzi, can such a society really exist?"
Mengzi answered, "Mr. Fan raises a good question. I believe that as long as we all work together, achieving the Great Harmony is possible. The core aspect of the Great Harmony is public spirit. What does public spirit mean? Simply put, it means that everyone does not compete for personal gain; they are not greedy or self-seeking. They do not lie and naturally act selflessly. People do not live for themselves but for others; contributing to society is humanity's ultimate goal—this is what public spirit entails."
Fan Buzhao asked again, "That may be true, but human desires are endless; selfishness is one of human nature's characteristics. How do we address this?"
Mengzi replied, "Mr. Fan's statement is misguided. The martial artists you see are always striving for their own interests; that's why you make such remarks. As it is said, 'Human nature is inherently good.' As long as we start with proper education from the moment individuals develop their consciousness, then selfishness and self-interest will naturally diminish."
Liang Shanbo, a student from Confucius Academy, asked: "May I ask what kind of education Confucius Academy should provide to eliminate characteristics like selfishness and self-interest?"
Mengzi responded: "This question gets to the heart of the matter. Starting from selflessness, we must educate people to love one another. Not only should they honor their own parents but also respect others' parents. As it is said: 'Honor my elders as well as others' elders.' With the same heart used to serve one's own parents, one should serve others' parents so that they too can find joy. Similarly, 'Care for my young as well as others' young.' With the same heart used to educate one's own children, one should also educate others' children so that they too can gain knowledge. This way, generation after generation will pass on these values, and characteristics like selfishness and self-interest will naturally fade away."
Yi Junsheng interjected: "Mengzi, you suggest starting education from infancy so that public spirit can emerge and there can be hope for establishing the Great Harmony. But how many people in the Martial Arts Alliance are still in their infancy? These are all adults whose worldviews and outlooks on life have already formed; selfishness and self-interest have taken deep root within them. What do you propose we do?"
Mengzi said, "Yi Junsheng, you ask a good question. In the Martial Arts Alliance, there are selfish, self-serving, and greedy individuals. We must patiently teach them and guide them onto the right path, allowing the idea of serving the public to take root in their hearts. Over time, this will eliminate their malice. This work is the most important key to establishing a world of great harmony."
Fan Buzhao replied, "People in the martial world are all busy striving for their own interests. Who has the time to listen to your teachings? Mengzi, aren't you dreaming?"
Mengzi responded, "For those who do not comply, I can only tell you that the only solution is to resort to force. Anyone with ambition who brings harm to the martial world must be slowly educated."
Yi Junsheng asked, "How do you know who in the martial world has ambition and who is a schemer?"
Mengzi answered, "It's simple; just bring them here for a psychological test."
Fan Buzhao laughed heartily and said, "Mengzi, you really have an unusual imagination! You think you can just capture them? You want to use force against them? You, a mere scholar, facing martial artists? Isn't that like hitting a stone with an egg?"
Mengzi replied, "Fan Buzhao, with such words from you, it's no wonder you're a Loser Scholar! Hahaha! Everyone, today's lesson ends here. Please go back." The students bowed respectfully to Mengzi. The other members of the Martial Arts Community also left Confucius Academy. Yi Junsheng said, "This time we gained nothing. It seems this Mengzi is just talking nonsense; it was truly a wasted trip. Let's leave." Thus, Yi Junsheng and his companion also departed.
Inside the Smoke and Rain, Absolute Flower, Eighteen Floors, numerous Female Guards surrounded the Masked Man and the Hate Blade Swordsman. In order to escape, the Masked Man, acting first, drew his sword and unleashed a wave of sword energy towards the Female Guards. The Female Guards dodged the sword energy and began to set up formations to trap the Masked Man. Before they could complete their formation, another wave of sword energy from the Masked Man came at them with lethal intent. The Female Guards dodged again as the Masked Man, seizing the opportunity, charged towards the main entrance.
At that moment, Dreamy Beauty arrived on the scene and quickly unleashed a palm strike to intercept the Masked Man. The Masked Man, left with no choice, could only swing his sword to counter her attack. He then sent another wave of sword energy towards Dreamy Beauty. Not allowing him to easily rescue anyone, Dreamy Beauty countered his sword energy with a palm strike and then leaped towards him for a direct confrontation. Their palms clashed, shaking the hall and sending shockwaves through the venue. The force shattered the Masked Man's mask, revealing his true identity as Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances.
In anger, Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances swung his sword at Dreamy Beauty, seeking an escape route. Dreamy Beauty, soaring into the air, aimed to attack the Hate Blade Swordsman behind him. Understanding her intentions clearly, Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances drew another dagger from his waist and spun around to strike at her.
Just as Dreamy Beauty was engaged in fierce combat with Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances, the surrounding Female Guards surged forward in an attempt to capture him all at once. Seeing this, Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances, wielding both swords together, struck out sparks that scattered towards the advancing guards. To avoid being hit by these sparks, the guards had no choice but to retreat ten paces away from him, no longer posing a threat.
Suddenly realizing he had a plan in mind, Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances leaped into the air and spun his swords to unleash two intersecting waves of sword energy towards Dreamy Beauty. Faced with such heavy sword energy, she exerted all her strength and raised her hands to deliver a palm strike towards him. The two techniques collided; her strike shook his sword energy back. However, this move played right into his strategy as he took advantage of her retreating momentum to shatter the main door and flee from the scene. Seeing this unfold made Dreamy Beauty want to pursue him; however, it was too late for that now—she could only give up and mutter, "What a cunning man he is."
Having escaped from Smoke and Rain, Absolute Flower, Eighteen Floors, Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances, carrying the Hate Blade Swordsman, hurried towards the Dreaming Medical Pavilion. He displayed astonishing lightness of foot as he moved swiftly. Moments later, he brought the injured swordsman to the medical pavilion where the Divine Doctor immediately began treating his wounds. Outside waiting for news was Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances. Suddenly he heard a scream from inside. Eager to know what was happening, he rushed into the medical pavilion only to find Zhang Chongqing performing surgery on where the swordsman had been branded.
"Why did he scream just now?" asked Heroic Blade Eighteen Vengeances.
"It might be due to insufficient dosage of anesthetic," replied Zhang Chongqing. "This is my first time performing such surgery. Look at how these tissues have already rotted; if we had come even slightly later, it might have been too late." After understanding the situation, all he could do was wait outside for news.
Within the Confucius Academy, Mengzi gathered several students to discuss the establishment of a harmonious world in the martial arts community. The students Liang Shanbo, Zhu Yingtai, Zilu, and Zeng Gong were all present. Mengzi said, "The purpose of gathering you here today is to discuss where we should start in order to gradually establish a harmonious world."
Liang Shanbo bowed respectfully and said, "I believe there are two individuals in the Martial Arts Alliance that need immediate reformation. One is the public enemy of the martial world, the rogue of the Taoist Sect, Ming Lang Qian Kun, also known as Yi Zhangzhi, who is currently hiding in Yun Yin Temple. The other is the former leader of the martial arts alliance, Martial Saint Duanmu Chonghao, who is secretly cultivating his own power. According to the Martial World Chronicles, the Martial Arts Auction is under his influence, and he is likely currently based there."
Mengzi responded, "Liang Shanbo is correct. We must immediately capture these two great evildoers of the martial world. If they remain obstinate, I will have no choice but to execute them on the spot. Everyone, follow my orders and proceed with me to Yun Yin Temple to capture the number one public enemy of the martial world, Yi Zhangzhi."
Liang Shanbo and the others replied, "We obey your command." Thus, a grand procession followed Mengzi to Yun Yin Temple.
Upon arriving at Yun Yin Temple, Mengzi was personally welcomed by the Celibacy Master. The Celibacy Master asked, "What brings you all to Yun Yin Temple?"
Mengzi replied, "I have come to capture Wulin Public Enemy Yi Zhangzhi in order to establish a harmonious world. Please do not obstruct us."
The Celibacy Master said, "How can there be a Wulin Public Enemy in this sacred place of the Buddhist Sect? Please do not speak nonsense."
Mengzi countered, "It is precisely because this is a sacred place of the Buddhist Sect that it should not harbor filth. Hand over Yi Zhangzhi, and I will not make things difficult for you."
At that moment, Yi Zhangzhi stepped out from the Guest Room within the temple to avoid causing trouble for the Celibacy Master. Seeing Yi Zhangzhi's cooperation, Mengzi said, "Yi Zhangzhi, please return with me to Confucius Academy for reformation." Before Yi Zhangzhi could respond, Wu Sangui, hiding in the shadows and waiting for an opportunity, assessed the situation and believed that Yi Zhangzhi would not escape this time. He leaped out and swung his sword angrily at Yi Zhangzhi. In response to this sudden attack, Yi Zhangzhi of the Taoist Sect gracefully evaded Wu Sangui's strike with agile movements.
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