Read Novel Full Chapter 1712: 1705: Martial Test, Lin Yu Wins
Chapter 1712: Chapter 1705: Martial Test, Lin Yu Wins
He greatly admired women like his mother and General Lin, who were skilled in both literature and martial arts.
After Ye Hongru briefly announced the rules of the competition, Chu Heng stood up and said, “Regardless of today’s outcome, I promise you all entry into the military as generals!”
“Crown Prince, please reconsider!”
Lu Mian immediately stepped forward to oppose.
Chu Heng was slightly startled. “What do you mean, Lord Lu?”
Lu Mian straightened up and spoke earnestly, “Entering the military as generals is a significant matter. Today is merely a martial arts competition among women to determine rankings. The emperor’s rewards and accolades are one thing, but becoming soldiers and generals requires further observation.”
Behind Lu Mian, several civil officials nodded in agreement. They were steadfast opponents of women joining the military, and their ranks were not low.
Chu Heng looked troubled and said only, “Let’s discuss this after the competition is over.”
If too many court officials opposed, it would indeed be a challenging matter.
Chu Heng glanced towards Zhuo Junli, who smiled like an old fox but said nothing.
Chu Jinling and Lin Sisi sat beside Chu Heng. Lin Sisi appeared worried. “Lu Mian is deliberately making things difficult. It might not be easy for the Crown Prince to decide.”
Earlier, Chu Jinling refrained from speaking out; the censors had already impeached him for neglecting court affairs for several months. The women’s martial arts competition was something he had co-hosted with Lin Aotian.
Speaking together now would give Lu Mian an opportunity to refute them all in one strike.
Lu Mian was a man of considerable influence in the court.
Lin Yu, standing with Yang Xianhui and Fu Yuan, anxiously clenched her clothes.
She feared she wouldn’t be able to join the military as a general.
Standing on the viewing platform, Ye Hongru glanced at her, offering reassurance.
Lin Yu smiled slightly. Fortunately, she had Ye General on her side.
“A woman who climbs into bed for power shouldn’t come out here to make a fool of herself!” The wind on the training field lifted Yang Qianhui’s long mane as she sneered contemptuously at Lin Yu.
Fu Yuan glanced at Lin Yu with equal disdain. Though her nature was colder and reserved, she too harbored deep-seated contempt for Lin Yu.
Lin Yu came from humble origins and had schemed endlessly, first clinging to Ling Your Highness, and now flirting with Ye Hongru. She was embarrassing women who aspired to independence and strength!
Lin Yu listened to their taunts but neither argued nor explained.
If she had erred in the past, she must bear the consequences of her mistakes.
Her priority now was to focus on preparing for the competition!
“First match, Lin Yu versus Fu Yuan!”
Ye Hongru called out loudly, and both Lin Yu and Fu Yuan stepped onto the stage amidst the raging wind.
Lin Yu was dressed in a sleek black outfit. Though not as tall as Fu Yuan, she had the advantage of agility.
Fu Yuan’s martial arts were fierce and impactful, each strike landing powerfully. Initially, Lin Yu struggled to fend her off but soon used Fu Yuan’s strength against her. Several times, Lin Yu skillfully deflected Fu Yuan’s heavy blows, causing her to stumble.
“Lin Yu versus Fu Yuan. Lin Yu wins—!”
Ye Hongru’s face broke into a pleased smile.
He knew Lin Yu had the ability to succeed!
Lin Yu also smiled back at him joyfully.
On the viewing platform, Lin Sisi propped her chin as she discussed with Chu Jinling. “Lin Yu is undoubtedly talented. Despite slacking off for over half a month, she trained at Wangjiang Tower for a few days and became even more agile and clever;
just look at her moves—so different from before. She’s no longer afraid of damaging her appearance and fights with fierce diligence, completely focused on defeating her opponent. Her martial arts and tactics have improved greatly!”
“Anyone you praise is naturally exceptional.” Chu Jinling squeezed Lin Sisi’s hand.
If it weren’t for Lin Sisi agreeing to personally train Lin Yu, he wouldn’t have invested so much effort into toughening her!
Lin Sisi smiled faintly at Chu Jinling. She knew that Jinling was the one person in the world who understood her best!
Leng Muling, holding Zhuo Junli’s token, was positioned behind him by Zhuo Junli’s arrangement.
Through the gaps in Zhuo Junli’s position, she could see Chu Jinling and Lin Sisi seated together.
The rumors of Lin Sisi’s disfigurement had circulated widely among the people, frightening many.
Seeing Lin Sisi from a distance, she too felt a pang of pity and heartbreak for her.
Yet back then, Zhuo Junli had led her over, mocking her: “General Lin is Ling Your Highness’s cherished treasure, the Great General Lin’s beloved gem. Why should you pity her?”
Leng Muling pursed her lips at the time, thinking her uncle was being tactless again!
But now, seeing things clearly, her heart brimmed with envy.
“Did your uncle say anything incorrect?” Zhuo Junli laughed teasingly again. “Ling Your Highness’s reputation for deep affection has spread across the world, but in truth, he is even more devoted than the legends suggest!
General Lin may no longer possess her youthful beauty, but Ling Your Highness’s love for her has only grown stronger.”
Leng Muling’s eyes immediately reddened with envy, tears glimmering. “Indeed, for a man to show such unwavering devotion is rare in this world!”
If there’s no way to be together, it simply means the love wasn’t strong enough.
Back then, Mo Qi left for the battlefield, not loving her enough.
And now, her refusal of Mo Qi meant she didn’t love him enough either.
Leng Muling smirked self-deprecatingly and wiped away her tears.
On the martial stage, Lin Yu and Yang Xianhui’s final match had begun.
Yang Xianhui was taller and sturdier than even Fu Yuan, towering over Lin Yu by half a head and brimming with strength.
On top of that, Yang Xianhui surpassed Fu Yuan in flexibility and agility despite her robust build. Lin Yu’s attempts to leverage her strength backfired badly.
“Ah!”
Yang Xianhui grabbed Lin Yu’s arms and threw her onto the stage in an over-the-shoulder move, eliciting a cry of pain.
Curled like a shrimp on the ground, Lin Yu felt her internal organs quake, the intense pain making her head buzz.
“With your pathetic skills, you still want to beat me?” Yang Xianhui scoffed contemptuously.
She had originally thought Lin Yu might be a threat.
After defeating Fu Yuan, Lin Yu seemingly posed a challenge.
But Lin Yu gritted her teeth in defiance, rising despite her pain to continue battling Yang Xianhui.
Yang Xianhui’s gaze remained contemptuous, but during their next encounter, her momentary lapse in focus nearly allowed Lin Yu to knock her down.
Standing by the edge of the stage, Yang Xianhui spat blood and glanced at Lin Yu. “You’re tougher than I expected! But I absolutely won’t lose to you!”
Lin Yu, bloodied at the corner of her mouth, gasped for air, wiped her lips, and said in a low voice, “Then let’s find out! Until I can’t stand, who would admit defeat?”
Lin Yu certainly wouldn’t!
No matter the disadvantage, no matter that Yang Xianhui was the stronger opponent!
She was determined to fight until the very end!
Ye Hongru once said, Lin Sisi led countless battles, always at the forefront, never retreating from the enemy, never surrendering.
Outside Qiongzhou City, Lin Sisi even sacrificed her chance to survive, leading her confidants to block the enemy and giving our forces an invaluable opportunity for victory.
Fight until the end!
This was the most noble spirit of a soldier!
Yang Xianhui and Lin Yu fought relentlessly, transitioning from bare-handed combat to clashes of weapons, both battered and bruised, yet neither willing to yield.