On the world of Di, nestled in the bustling city of Sunset Breeze Pass City, a figure sat in quiet contemplation within the confines of her office.
Mei Chi, the sharp-eyed and cunning leader to the Sunset Breeze Pass City, held a letter in her hands that told of the acceptance of the proposal she offered to them and sign by the crown prince himself.
"Xiao, notify Grand Master Lichen immediately. I need him here as soon as possible," she instructed her AI, her eyes never leaving the parchment that bore the imperial seal of the Su Empire.
It didn't take long for the Grand Master of the Blood Wolf Knights Order to resonate through the corridors. His massive frame filled the doorway, his expression a blend of curiosity and readiness.
"What is the urgency, Leader Mei?" he ask as he quietly entered the office.
Without preamble, Mei handed over the scroll, the imperial seal glinting under the soft glow of the light bulbs.
Wang Lichen's eyes scanned the document rapidly, his furrowed brows knitting together as he took in the gravity of the words.
"The crown prince himself has agreed to this conditions?" he asked, his voice lace with doubt.
"Yes," Mei responded firmly.
"What is the mission or task of the Blood Wolf Knights?" Wang Lichen ask as he was ready to go to war.
"We are to deploy 2000 of your Blood Knights to the border cities of the Jo Empire. Conquer them and defend them at all costs. We had been tip by Tri Body Hall that the Su Emperor is preparing for a major assault on the Federation, and we will be use and some other forces to hold the northern flank of the Su Empire."
Wang Lichen took a deep breath, his eyes flicking over the letter once more before nodding firmly.
"After you had secure the cities," Mei Chi continued, her eyes gleaming with a fierce determination, "I will send officials to ensure that we maintain control and prepare for the next phase of our expansion. We must strike swiftly and decisively, leaving no room for the Jo Empire to regroup or counterattack."
Mei had planed that once they had secured and digest the cities of the Jo empire, they would have a strong foothold to continue their expansion.
Wang Lichen, feeling the weight of his newfound responsibility, took his leave from the conference room. His mind raced with the logistics of deploying such a large force so far from their current position.
"Grand AI, pick 2000 Blood Knights and inform them of their deployment and mission," Lichen's voice echoed through the holographic interface, his eyes gleaming with a mix of excitement and trepidation.
The AI responded with a soft beep, acknowledging the command as it sifted through the vast database of the Knight Order's resources.
There is a funny tradition in the Blood Knight Order, initiated by none other than Grand Master Lichen himself.
He found the given names to AI's are too confusing, so he decided to change it. Now, every member of the order names their AI after their own rank. It began as a joke, but it grew and spread to other Knight Oder's, a bond formed through the simplicity of a shared title.
Wang Lichen had always been a man of simple tastes. His office was sparsely decorated, with only a few trophies from his battles and a desk that was almost always clear of clutter. He preferred functionality over form, and his AI, now known as 'Grand AI', reflected this.
2000 Blood Knights stood at attention in the dimly lit armory, their eyes gleaming with determination as they checked and double-checked their weapons and armor.
The clank of metal and rustle of cloth filled the air, punctuated by the occasional whisper of strategy and camaraderie.
Each knight knew the gravity of the task ahead—to conquer and hold the line against the Jo Empire, to expand the lands they own.
They got ready for tomorrow's march with the precision of a well-oiled machine, their movements synchronized and swift. The 2000 Blood Knights, each a testament to the Bioengineering in the relentless pursuit of power, worked tirelessly to march for war. The air was thick with anticipation and the scent of leather and metal.
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DING
[Deployment Orders]
[You are task with the missi....]
As Wu Rei read the deployment orders that had just arrived via the through his mind, his eyes lit up with the same fiery determination of his fellow knights.
He headed over to where Hu Tao and Bi Lan staying in the estate of the Wu Clan.
Upon entering the room, Wu Rei found the two in deep conversation but stop and turned to face him as they heard his footsteps. They exchanged glances that spoke volumes of the unspoken tension and excitement that filled the air.
"Wu Rei, thank you for bringing the letter to Leader Mei." Hu Tao said, her voice filled with relief.
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Bi Lan nodded in agreement.
"We would take our leave tomorrow," Mei Chi's voice softly echoed in the room. As hey would need to head back to the border city.
Wu Re nodded and shrugged off their thanks with a casual smile.
"You guys should wait for me, as I will also be joining you tomorrow," Wu Rei announced, his eyes gleaming with fiery determination.
"What? Did you want to visit master?" Bi Lan asked, his eyes widened in surprise.
"Yes and no, I do want to visit master but I was also picked to be part of the 2,000 Blood Knights that are being deployed to the Jo Empire," Wu Rei said with a mix of excitement and a hint of nerves.
Hu Tao and Bi Lan nodded, thinking of 2000 soldier being sent is just right amount. Not too many and not too few.
"Oh yeah, I almost forgot, have you thought about the Tri Body Hall's training offer for our forces?" Wu Rei asked, his gaze shifting from one to the other.
Hu Tao's expression grew thoughtful as she remembered her conversation with her father, Hu Bin.
After she and Bi Lan was dismissed by crown prince of the Su Empire, they wasted no time in making their way back to the new place of the Tri Body Hall. She went directly to her father, Hu Bin, to recount all that she had experienced and observed during their visit to Sunset Breeze Pass City.
"... and that is all that transpired, Father," she concluded, her eyes meeting his.
Hu Bin stared at her, his brow furrowed in confusion.
"You say you saw Wu Rei, but the man you describe... it's not possible," he murmured, his voice trailing off as if trying to piece together a puzzle that didn't fit.
Hu Tao describes current figure of Wu Re who use to look like a regular well fitted and 5.6 feet tall person but now he looks like a giant of a man, standing at 7 feet tall and built like a colossus. His muscles bulged under his clothes, and his body releases oppressive aura in just under 2 years.
He knows people change in time but not that quick in such a short period of time.
He also could understand the changes that had swept through Sunset Breeze Pass City—it had become a bastion of hope for refugees and merchants seeking respite from the tumultuous world outside. The transformation was nothing short of remarkable.
The city thrived under the protection of the newly formed force, and its reputation grew as a haven of peace and prosperity amidst the chaos.
Hu Bin believe that this was a work of a good leader, someone who had a vision for the city's future and the ability to rally its inhabitants to a common cause. When he heard that the force behind this transformation was his youngest disciple, Joshua, his astonishment grew into a mix of pride and bewilderment.
Was he getting too old and out of touch with today's youngsters? He asked himself. Perhaps the world was moving faster than he could keep up with.
"Father," Hu Tao spoke up, her voice echoing slightly in the dimly lit hall, "what is your decision on the request made by Wu Rei? He has asked for the Tri Body Hall to train soldiers in martial arts skills."
Hu Bin stroked his beard thoughtfully, his eyes distant as he considered the implications of such an action. The Tri Body Hall was known for its teachings and personal cultivation, not for raising armies. Yet, Wu Re ask the Tri Body Hall to train soldiers? It seems Wu Re want the Tri Body Hall to ally with Joshua's force.
He sighs heavily.
"We must adapt to the changing times," he said finally, his eyes snapping back into focus as he met his daughter's gaze.
"The Tri Body Hall has always been a training place for the common people," said the Grand Master, his eyes reflecting the flickering candlelight.
"But to train soldiers? This is unprecedented." Hu Bin sigh.
"Agree to the request," Hu Bin decided, his voice firm and resolute.
"We will train these soldiers in the martial skills. We stand for balance and harmony, not conquest and destruction."
Hu Bin's words resonated in the hall, his decision made with the wisdom of his years and the weight of his position.
Hu Tao nodded thoughtfully, understanding her father's concerns.
"My girl, do they also ask us to teach them martial art cultivation?" Hu Bin inquired, his gaze reflective as he pondered the implications of their newfound alliance with Joshua's enigmatic force.
Hu Tao looked at her father with a measured expression, recalling the specifics of their agreement.
"Father," she began, "Wu Re's request was quite clear. They do not seek our help in the realm of cultivation art. It appears they have their own methods of enhancing their soldiers' strength."
"Do you think they are practicing our cultivation art behind our backs?" Hu Bin asked, his eyes searching his daughter's for any signs of doubt.
"I don't know, I will ask Wu Re when I return there?"
Hu bin nodded solemnly, he silently thought that he would need to watch closely how Joshua's force cultivate and see if they are practicing the Tri Body Hall martial art as both Joshua and Wu Rei is his two disciples.
"After you ask try to learn how Joshua's people cultivate and see if they are Tri Body Hall martial art." Hu Bin said, his eyes reflecting his concern and curiosity.
Hu Tao thoughts return to the present as she remembers what she need to do.
"Father agreed to the request you made Wu Rei, our Tri Body Hall will train the soldiers in martial skills only." she said, her voice clear and respectful.
"And also Wu Rei," she added, a hint of hesitance in her voice.
"Do you still practice our martial art? And did Joshua had made his forces practice our martial art?"
Wu Rei's eyes flickered with a complex mix of emotions.
"I no longer practice the Tri Body Hall martial art," he confessed, his voice sadness and acceptance.
Hu Tao and Bi Lan's eyes widened in shock, but Hu Tao remained silent, giving him the space to explain.
Wu Rei took a deep breath, his gaze drifting to the floor before he continued.
"Since my departure from the Hall, I've found myself on a different path. One that has led me to new understandings and a new cultivation method," he said, his voice tinged with a hint of apology.
"But fear not," he quickly added, noticing the concern etched on their faces, "my loyalty to the Tri Body Hall remains unshaken. Both me and Joshua have not spread the Tri Body Hall martial art to anyone without permission of Master Hu Bin."
Hu Tao and Bi Lan sigh with relief, exchanging a look of understanding.
They knew that the world of cultivation was vast and ever-changing, and sometimes, one's path might diverge from the familiar.
"Can I what are you cultivating now?" Bi Lan ask Wu Rei's cultivation art.
"Well, it is a new cultivation art Joshua made and only accessible by Joshua's people. So I can't tell much and it won't even help learning it." Wu Rei replied with a hint of excitement.
"But if you join us, you can grow stronger than any cultivation art in the world. You would be able to perform feats unimaginable by mortal cultivators," Wu Rei continued, his voice filled with a strange allure that made Hu Tao Bi Lan's curiosity burn even brighter.
But both Hu Tao and Bi Lan just smiled and shook they're heads, their eyes reflecting their amusement at their old friend's enthusiasm.
Wu Rei knew that they don't believe him so he only smiled back hoping in the future after witnessing the power of the new cultivation method, they might consider his words.
