Confucianism under Heaven

Chapter 398 Tianqi Formation

Chapter 398 Heavenly Chess Formation

These three imperial uncles seemed to feel that Ye Ru's literary rank was too low to shoulder such an important task, and they couldn't help but want to refuse.

"Uncles, you may not know this, but Ye Ru is a rising star of our Yanhuang Kingdom and a role model for our Yanhuang Kingdom's literati. His poems and essays have been remarkable, especially his 'Ode to the Young Yanhuang' written today, which has triggered thunderous sounds from the heavens."

At this moment, Chen Qingqiao pondered for a moment, then raised his head and slowly spoke to the three of them.

"What? So the strange weather today was caused by this boy? I was really blind. But writing this masterpiece doesn't mean he has the ability to go to the State of Jin."

The leading imperial uncle sighed, while another person spoke slowly:

"This imperial treasury was established by imperial decree of the late emperor, and only those who have received first-class merit are allowed to enter this place to select treasures."

"I know, but Ye Ru has done a great service to our Yanhuang Kingdom, enhancing our national fortune by 30% for no reason, and even triggering the Wenqu Star to shine upon us, directly increasing the number of scholars in our country. Is such a contribution not as good as a first-class merit? Throughout history, very few people have received a first-class merit. Do you three royal uncles really have the heart to let our Yanhuang Kingdom's soldiers and scholars enter the Jin Kingdom and never return?"

Chen Qingqiao looked distressed and then spoke.

"How about this? This mission to Jin requires talent. If you can fight me for ten rounds, I'll let you into the imperial treasury. Moreover, I won't interfere with your mission to Jin, and I might even lend you a hand. What do you say?"

These words caused Chen Tianjian and the others present to exchange bewildered glances, then give a wry smile. Chen Tianjian couldn't help but speak first:

“Three royal uncles, you are all masters of great Confucianism, and you have already thoroughly comprehended the classics of the sages. Isn’t this bullying the weak?”

Wen Xiang's expression was also somewhat unpleasant. Although these three imperial uncles were doing it for Ye Ru's good, the 100,000 heroic souls were still unable to return home, and they were also somewhat anxious.

More importantly, there is the imperial treasury.

"This……"

Chen Qingqiao was also in a dilemma. He knew the literary rank and strength of these three imperial uncles, and Ye Ru would probably not even last a single round against them.

"Your Majesty, I would also like to compete with my uncles in terms of talent. Since they don't believe me, then let's give it a try."

While Wen Xiang and the others were pondering countermeasures, Ye Ru stepped forward and spoke.

Upon hearing this, everyone was taken aback, and then looked at Ye Ru:

"I'm afraid that won't work. These three imperial uncles are all a level above even the great Confucian scholars. Are you sure?"

Ye Ru nodded, his eyes showing no fear. He looked at these three pillars of the Yanhuang Kingdom and knew that if he could not demonstrate the talent and strength that would convince them, he would not be able to accept this mission.

Although he was interested in the imperial treasury, it wasn't something he absolutely needed.

Moreover, although these three imperial uncles have relatively high literary ranks, they are unlikely to kill each other in this kind of sparring. Besides, he has faced off against great scholars and even half-saints before, so lasting ten rounds shouldn't be too difficult.

This scene left the three royal uncles somewhat stunned. They hadn't expected Ye Ru to actually dare to accept the challenge. The difference between a mere scholar and a great Confucian scholar couldn't be bridged by literary treasures or anything like that.

"Good, you have guts. Chen Wu, go and meet him."

After a moment, the leading royal uncle spoke to Chen Wu beside him.

"Well, don't worry, I just want to test your talent. After all, this mission to the State of Jin is very important, and we don't want you to get hurt. Judging from your previous performance, you are shouldering a heavy responsibility for our Yanhuang State."

Chen Wu stepped forward and spoke slowly.

Ye Ru nodded. If he could withstand it, then he had enough means to withstand ten of his moves.

"Alright, in that case, let's begin."

Chen Wu put his hands behind his back, a smile appearing on his face. He then took a step forward, and his powerful talent began to emanate from his body. The strong pressure of his talent made everyone present gasp for breath.

Although both the civil and military prime ministers were great Confucian scholars, the great Confucian scholars in the imperial court and those who devoted themselves to studying the classics of the sages were not on the same level at all.

His talent radiated, and a glint of brilliance appeared in Chen Wu's eyes. He then slowly said:

"Are you ready?"

Ye Ru nodded, his expression becoming somewhat solemn. After a moment, the talent energy within his body gradually spread out, eventually transforming into a protective shield that enveloped him.

"bring it on."

As soon as he finished speaking, Chen Wu nodded, a look of appreciation on his face, and then his body disappeared from the spot.

The next moment, Ye Ru felt a chill run down his spine behind him. He then turned around abruptly, and the Three Perfections Literary Heart Brush appeared in his hand. He then infused it with his literary energy and thrust it forward.

boom!

From the void, a chess piece appeared and then collided precisely with the tip of the Three Perfections Writing Brush, unleashing a powerful burst of talent.

At the same time, Ye Ru's body also retreated dozens of steps, and then he looked ahead, his face becoming even more solemn.

"That's not enough."

Chen Wu shook his head, then stomped his foot, and two more chess pieces shot out, finally heading straight for Ye Ru with a whooshing sound.

As the chess piece drew ever closer, a ray of light flashed from between Ye Ru's brows, followed by the appearance of a golden inscription that transformed into a massive cauldron, its flames raging and sweeping away the intruder.

"Golden inscription?"

One of the royal uncles watching the battle showed a look of surprise on his face when he saw the cauldron formed from the characters.

"This child actually understands bronze inscriptions, and it seems he has already reached a level of mastery."

Another royal uncle stroked his beard and spoke slowly.

The raging flames inside the cauldron surged forth, like a giant fire beast, directly devouring the two chess pieces.

However, the usually powerful bronze inscription on the cauldron had no effect on this chess piece. In just a few seconds, the piece passed right through it and shot towards Ye Ru.

The chess pieces were extremely fast, causing Ye Ru's expression to change. He then suddenly bent over, narrowly avoiding the two chess pieces.

However, although Ye Ru dodged the two chess pieces, the residual energy from them still made him extremely uncomfortable.

"The Celestial Chess Formation!"

Just as Ye Ru came to his senses, Chen Wu shouted, and countless chess pieces appeared around him.

Each of these chess pieces exudes a strange and powerful talent, and they have also blocked all of Ye Ru's escape routes.

"This is a chess formation method that I obtained when I was studying the way of chess. I don't know if you can accept it."

Chen Wu looked at Ye Ru, whose face was solemn, and said slowly.

Upon hearing this, Ye Ru took a deep breath, knowing that he needed to get serious from now on.