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Bashu, Han Wang's Palace.
Liu Bang held a scroll, leaning against the windowsill, feeling drowsy, with his feet soaking in a potion made from herbs to dispel the toxins he had contracted in the Wilderness. After entering Bashu, Liu Bang suffered from the local environment. Although he possessed the strength of Earth Level Nine, he was still unwell. Fortunately, he learned of a remedy from the local people of the Shu Region.
With his eyes closed, Liu Bang hummed a tune: "The great wind rises and the clouds fly high, how can we find a hero to guard the four corners... The great wind rises and the clouds fly high, how can we find a hero to guard the four corners..."
“Han Wang!”
At the door, Xiao He stepped in with his robe trailing behind him and said, “Han Wang, I have opened a Recruitment Hall in the village, and we have already recruited dozens of scholars and brave warriors. I wonder when you will go to select them?”
Liu Bang grunted, “They are all nameless individuals; why should I personally go? Xiao He, you and Fan Kuai can test their abilities. If anyone excels in literature over you or in martial skills over Fan Kuai, then they can come here for a position.”
Xiao He replied helplessly, “Han Wang, you must get close to talented individuals; otherwise, what is the point of opening this Recruitment Hall?”
“Fine, I really can't do anything about you…” Liu Bang smiled, got up, put on his shoes, and followed Xiao He, along with Fan Kuai, Xiahou Ying, and others out of the simple palace.
……
The Recruitment Hall stood amidst dense jungle, bustling with people. Many talented individuals from the Shu Region were present, which was why Liu Bang decided to establish the Recruitment Hall.
Upon entering the hall, Xiao He introduced him: “This is Han Wang Liu Bang!”
A group of people dressed in various styles stood up. There were refined scholars as well as strong warriors. One burly man with a hairy chest shouted, “Hey, are you Han Wang Liu Bang? I am Kong Fan from Nanyang, born with Divine Power, willing to serve as a general before the army!”
Liu Bang looked at him and smiled, “This strong man, being born with Divine Power is not particularly impressive; you still need real skills. Are you willing to give it a try?”
"Just come at me!"
"Okay!"
Liu Bang gestured, and immediately behind him, Fan Kuai unsheathed his sword and stepped forward empty-handed in front of Kong Fan, smiling, "Come on, if you can hit me, I'll grant you the rank of Colonel!"
Kong Fan was furious: "Arrogant fool, watch my skills!"
The wind from his punch surged as Kong Fan's body radiated with the glow of True Qi, showcasing his Earth Level Five strength. With a powerful fist, he struck towards Fan Kuai's chest.
"Thud!"
With a whoosh of wind, Fan Kuai's robust body dodged the incoming blow with surprising speed. Following that, Kong Fan unleashed dozens of punches in rapid succession, each one lethal, yet not a single punch managed to touch Fan Kuai.
"Haha, too weak!"
Fan Kuai laughed heartily, suddenly stopping his evasions. He raised his iron fist and collided heavily with Kong Fan's punch. The energy surged violently, forcing Kong Fan to stagger backward repeatedly. Several bones in his fingers were even shattered from the impact, causing him to writhe on the ground in agony while Fan Kuai merely looked on coldly.
Liu Bang frowned and said, "Someone help this brave man to get treated. Give him a couple of silver coins and let him go... Is there anyone else willing to give it a try? Anyone who can land a hit on my general Fan Kuai can become a great general under me, Han Wang Liu Bang! You might even lead an army!"
Fan Kuai swung his fists, Starlight Power swirling around him as the cyclone of energy surged. He laughed confidently like a war god, standing there like an unmovable mountain.
In the Recruitment Hall, everyone held their breath, fully aware that Fan Kuai was the top general under Han Wang Liu Bang. Who would dare to provoke him?
Just as the crowd remained silent, a voice suddenly rang out: "Defeating this brute with mere strength to become a general under Bashu Han Wang is a bit too ridiculous, don't you think?"
"Who is it?" Liu Bang turned his gaze toward the corner.
There, a figure wearing a straw hat slowly stood up. Dressed in a leather robe and sturdy attire, with a dagger at his waist and a blood-red Longbow slung over his back, he turned around and lifted his hat, revealing a handsome face with wild and arrogant eyes.
"Who are you?" Xiao He asked. "It seems your name wasn't on the Recruitment Hall list."
The young man smiled slightly and said, "It doesn't matter who I am. What matters is, if I can defeat this big ox, will I be considered worthy of becoming a general?"
"Yes, my word is my bond!" Liu Bang replied solemnly.
The young man laughed heartily and floated over to Fan Kuai. He extended a fair hand and said with a grin, "This hand will give you three slaps. Do you believe it?"
Fan Kuai had never faced such humiliation. His gaze turned cold as he said, "Kid, if you want to die, I can send you straight to hell right now!"
With that, Fan Kuai suddenly threw a punch infused with Starlight Power. He did not underestimate his opponent because he sensed that the young man's True Qi was like an ancient pond—calm on the surface but unfathomably deep. Underestimating him could lead to serious consequences.
"Whoosh!"
As the fist shot out quickly, the young man lightly brushed his palm against it. With a casual strike, he intercepted Fan Kuai's punch with a resounding "smack," forcefully redirecting it back. In an instant, Fan Kuai's fist struck his own cheek. He hurriedly changed direction but felt a sudden heat on his face; he had already been hit by the opponent's palm.
Fan Kuai was furious and retaliated, but his iron fist was met with the opponent's impenetrable defense, causing him to receive another slap on his right cheek. Immediately after, a sharp pain shot through his forehead; Fan Kuai couldn't even discern how the opponent had struck, completely unable to tell.
"Looking for death!"
Suddenly lifting his foot, Fan Kuai kicked out in rage.
"Boom!"
The battle boots, imbued with powerful earth energy, were easily countered by the opponent's cloth shoes, once again sealing off his attack.
...
"Alright!"
The young man took several steps back and stood gracefully, smiling slightly as he said, "I think I can now be considered a general of Shu Region, right?"
Liu Bang was greatly astonished. He had realized that this young man's power was restrained, completely suppressing Fan Kuai. He was a super expert; otherwise, he wouldn't possess such capability.
Bowing slightly, Liu Bang humbly said, "This esteemed Young Hero, please forgive my lack of insight. I failed to recognize that you are a master from beyond the world. May I ask which school you hail from? As for serving as a general in Shu Region, that goes without saying; it's merely a trivial matter!"
The young man chuckled lightly and replied, "My name is Li Hao, and I am a disciple of Serene Gate Master Foxyue!"
"Oh!"
Liu Bang was astonished and hurriedly bowed, saying, "So it is the esteemed disciple of the Serene Gate. No wonder you possess such extraordinary martial arts skills. Li Hao, Young Hero, are you truly willing to serve me, Liu Bang?"
"Of course!"
Li Hao's gaze softened as he smiled and said, "I came down the mountain this time under the orders of my master. My master once said that among all under heaven, the one with the most imperial bearing is Liu Bang. Now, I am willing to assist Han Wang and help the true sovereign become the real ruler of the world. This will also serve as a valuable experience for me, Li Hao!"
Xiao He, standing nearby, chuckled and said, "I have heard that the chief disciple of Serene Gate is Yun Xiaoxi, but she is currently with Qi King Ye Yang. Li Hao, Young Hero, could you persuade Miss Yun Xiaoxi to serve Han Wang together? If so, Han Wang would surely gain a great advantage and soon recover lost territories to take control of Central Plains!"
Li Hao shook his head helplessly and replied, "My little junior sister is always willful and stubborn. Once she sets her mind on something, even eight horses cannot pull her back. It's better to forget it. Moreover, it seems that Little Stream has recently developed feelings. For cultivators like us, dealing with emotional matters is the hardest challenge. If Little Stream cannot overcome this hurdle, then there’s nothing we can do."
Xiao He nodded.
Li Hao looked at Liu Bang and asked, "I still do not know what position Han Wang intends to bestow upon me?"
Liu Bang smiled and said, "How about the Fourth Rank Vanguard General?"
"That works." Li Hao replied while drawing his dagger with a smile. "It is a great fortune for me to serve Han Wang; thank you for your gracious bestowal..."
Meanwhile, Fan Kuai clenched his fist and disdainfully looked at Li Hao, muttering softly, "This kid obsessed with power—hmph! I want to see how you meet your end!"
Liu Bang cast a glance to stop Li Hao from continuing.
Xiao He pulled Li Hao aside and said, "General Li Hao, come here; I have something to discuss privately."
"Alright, Prime Minister."
...
Outside Yanmen County, at Ten-Mile Slope, the Mass Grave, when Fan Zeng summoned the heavenly fire, it burned Yanmen County, causing countless soldiers and civilians to perish in the flames. The place was left unrecognizable, and numerous bones had to be buried in deep trenches, creating a mass grave for thousands and erecting a monument to honor these unjustly deceased souls.
Now, Ye Yang drove, placing Fan Zeng's corpse above, leading a group of military generals and soldiers to the Mass Grave, with countless citizens watching.
After the rituals were completed,
Wang Lie asked, "Qi King, how should we handle Fan Zeng's body?"
Ye Yang replied, "Bury him with honor in front of the Mass Grave, erect a monument inscribed: Tomb of Fan Zeng, Marquis of Liyang."
"Yes, Your Highness!"
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