The moment those words left his mouth, Old Master and Fang Qiu were both thoroughly embarrassed, their faces flushed red, unable to utter a single word. After a long pause, Fang Qiu, who had always been known for his wit, finally said, "But, are you here to join the Rebellion Suppression Army or to be someone's female servant? You're ruining the reputation of Yueyang Academy this way..."

Following the words Wang Xiaoqiang taught her, Xiaoo Jianmei continued, "Every kind of work has its division. In military campaigns, there are those who charge and those who guard, not to mention the logistics soldiers. Although I'm not on the battlefield now, it's equivalent to managing the Great General's logistics... indirectly serving the nation."

Xiaoo Jianmei's words were flawless and irrefutable, leaving Old Master and Fang Qiu speechless, exchanging awkward glances for quite a while. Fang Qiu then asked, "Xiaoo Jianmei, did you become his woman willingly or were you coerced?"

Xiaoo Jianmei laughed and said, "Senior Brother Fang, when you ask like this, it seems you're jealous?"

After that, Xiaoo Jianmei and Wang Xiaoqiang shared a knowing smile, and their affection was evident, just like a pair of loving young couples.

Fang Qiu's face flushed red with embarrassment and he quickly turned and walked away.

Seeing this, Old Master was at a loss, as Xiaoo Jianmei was willing, and he had no choice. He hesitantly gave them a glance and said, "Since that's the case, Xiaoo Jianmei, you'd better come to the academy to process your withdrawal formally when you have time."

"Ah!" Xiaoo Jianmei replied from the Earth's Core.

Old Master didn't look at them again; he tossed the "Ode to Righteousness" in his hand towards Wang Xiaoqiang, saying, "Take a good look at this book and correct your faults."

Wang Xiaoqiang took it and pressed it under his rear, saying, "Thank you, my master."

"Don't call me master. I'm not your master." Old Master waved his hand dismissively and turned away.

After Fang Qiu and Old Master had walked far away, Xiaoo Jianmei gave Wang Xiaoqiang a thumbs-up and said, "General, you're really incredible. You predicted what they would ask and the words you taught me were excellent. Even someone as articulate as Old Master was rendered speechless by the debate. You're truly brilliant..."

While saying this, Xiaoo Jianmei couldn't help but plant a kiss on Wang Xiaoqiang's face, leaving a red rhombus mark.

Wang Xiaoqiang pulled Xiaoo Jianmei into his arms, embraced her and stood up, then retrieved the "Ode to Righteousness" from under his rear. As he walked into the house, he said, "Come on, let's go sing the Ode to Righteousness together on the bed!"

"Ah, you're so bad!" Xiaoo Jianmei poked Wang Xiaoqiang's forehead with her finger and cast him a coquettish glance.

Old Master and Fang Qiu walked out of the military camp together, and Fang Qiu asked bewildered, "Master, why would Xiaoo Jianmei stick to Wang Xiaoqiang?"

"Xiaoo Jianmei used to be close to Ann Miaoyi. After Ann Miaoyi's father Ann Guochu betrayed, she was always afraid of being labeled as part of the rebel faction. Wang Xiaoqiang, being the Great General of Rebellion Suppression, has high prestige, and by associating with him, she can dispel suspicions," Old Master analyzed.

"Oh, so that's why." Fang Qiu realized and added, "But isn't she making a big deal out of it? There are other ways to prove her identity, why demean herself..."

"It's not too degrading though. Wang Xiaoqiang is young and promising; now, it's not just about Yueyang Academy. Women all over Dragon City are crazy for him..."

At this point, Old Master sighed softly, "Maybe we've been too harsh on Wang Xiaoqiang. Perhaps we've been wrong. We shouldn't make things hard for him; rather we should support him."

"Master, I agree with you. But we don't need to offer our hospitality only to be met with his indifference. Our Yueyang Academy has such deep foundations that we can independently form teams to suppress the rebel army..."

"It's a serious matter, and needs careful consideration. Let's go, head back first," Old Master said, his expression solemn, as he waved his hand, making the Golden Page fly out from his sleeve, fold itself into a Flying Boat, sparkling with golden light, carrying them towards Yueyang Academy.

...

"Between heaven and earth lies righteousness, vast and unconfined. Beneath it turns the river and mountains, above it rises stars and sun… General, should we continue?"

"Of course... Old Master's Ode to Righteousness is the essence and very beneficial to me. Keep chanting..."

"Vast and possessing righteousness, the gentleman stands with folded arms. The imperial road is clear, blending and expelling clarity in the court..."

"General, maybe it's better to chant tomorrow... now might not be the right time..."

"Now is precisely the time!"

"Alright... When pressed and exhausted, with everyone reaching for eternal remembrance. On the Tai Shi records in Qi, in Dong's notes in Jin..."

Xiaoo Jianmeid struggled more and more, but without Wang Xiaoqiang's instruction, she still persevered and continued chanting, "

In Qin with Zhang Liang's pommel, in Han with Su Wu's integrity. For General Yane's head, for Minister Jii's blood..."

For Zhang Suiyang's teeth, for Yans Changshan's tongue. Or for Liaodong Hat, upright conduct like ice and snow..."

...Or for Memorial to Dispatch Troops, crying in the presence of Ghost God. Or River-Crossing Paddle, valiantly swallowing Hu Jie..."

Or Anti-Bandit Tablet, rebels' skulls shattered. This spirit overflowed, fiercely preserved through ages..."

...When it connects the sun and moon, life and death becomes frivolous. Earthly supports depend on it to stand, heavenly pillars on it to honor..."

The three principles are associated with fate, and righteousness is the root. Alas, I encountered Yang Nine, a servant really failing…"

Prisoner of Chu crowned, Transmission Car sent to desolate north. The cauldron and tripod as sweet as candy, impossible to obtain…

Dark rooms filled with Ghost Fire, Spring Academy closed, sky black. The ox and steed in one harness, the chicken perches where phoenixes feed…"

…One morning covered in mist and dew, divided and impoverished in ditches. Thus enduring cold and heat, myriad plagues naturally kept at bay.

Alas miry grounds, for me a tranquil nation. How could there be other devious schemes, Yin and Yang unable to maraud…"

Holding this dearly in regard, looking up at floating white clouds. Alas my heart's sorrow, when will the blue sky have an end…"

The sage is already far, legal standards in the past. Reading under the roof in the wind, the ancient path illuminates the countenance…"!

The Ode to Righteousness was finally finished being chanted,

As he savored the Ode to Righteousness, a surge of vast righteousness spontaneously arose within him, continually integrating into the "Path of Courage" within after enhance the "Courage" word within him, constantly jumping and growing, gradually expanding... strength perpetually increasing, formidable power.

"Hmm? Old Master's 'Ode to Righteousness' is useful for my 'Path of Courage,' only he would never imagine I comprehended it in bed; if he knew, I wonder if he'd scold me..."

"Let's chant it once more, aloud, like we would in Yueyang Academy classrooms, reciting poetry and prose. I think it might work even better this way..."

...

In Qin with Zhang Liang's pommel, in Han with Su Wu's integrity. For General Yane's head, for Minister Jii's blood...

For Zhang Suiyang's teeth, for Yans Changshan's tongue. Or for Liaodong Hat, upright conduct like ice and snow...

...Or for Memorial to Dispatch Troops, crying in the presence of Ghost God. Or River-Crossing Paddle, valiantly swallowing Hu Jie...

Or Anti-Bandit Tablet, rebels' skulls shattered. This spirit overflowed, fiercely preserved through ages...

...When it connects the sun and moon, life and death becomes frivolous. Earthly supports depend on it to stand, heavenly pillars on it to honor...

The three principles are associated with fate, and righteousness is the root. Alas, I encountered Yang Nine, a servant really failing…

Prisoner of Chu crowned, Transmission Car sent to desolate north. The cauldron and tripod as sweet as candy, impossible to obtain…

Dark rooms filled with Ghost Fire, Spring Academy closed, sky black. The ox and steed in one harness, the chicken perches where phoenixes feed…

…One morning covered in mist and dew, divided and impoverished in ditches. Thus enduring cold and heat, myriad plagues naturally kept at bay.

Alas miry grounds, for me a tranquil nation. How could there be other devious schemes, Yin and Yang unable to maraud…

Holding this dearly in regard, looking up at floating white clouds. Alas my heart's sorrow, when will the blue sky have an end…"

The sage is already far, legal standards in the past. Reading under the roof in the wind, the ancient path illuminates the countenance…"!

Again, the Ode to Righteousness reverberates in the room, though when recited by Xiaoo Jianmei under these circumstances, it always carries a distinct flavor, yet does not affect Wang Xiaoqiang's advancement, as the "Path of Courage" within him constantly grows. From its original size as a dustpan, it transformed into a flag-like size, gleaming with golden light, its strength doubled!

Wang Xiaoqiang proved that matters long regarded by the ancients actually don't conflict with vast righteousness, thus, it's not such a sordid affair (to be continued. If you enjoy this work, you're welcomed to QiDian.com to cast your recommendation votes and monthly votes. Your support is my greatest motivation. Mobile users please go to m.qidian.com to read.)

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