Chapter 44

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Zhao Hao's true goal for this trip was originally Shaolin Temple.

However, it now seems that if Zhongxin really still possesses the training methods of the White Robe Army, his value might be even greater than the entire Shaolin Temple.

Of course, Zhao Hao was very clear that many things and many people are irreplaceable.

The White Robe Army was a legendary force that was invincible under Chen Qingzhi's command. If another general or another group of soldiers were to use the White Robe Army's training methods, even if the leader was still a descendant of the Chen family, everything would be incomparable.

However, even if it were only one-tenth of the White Robe Army's strength from back then, it would still be a formidable force for the current Song Dynasty.

The current Song Dynasty's army, except for a few, is largely incapable of withstanding any significant challenge.

The current Song Dynasty has the support of the people, and there are many who are willing to rise up and fight.

However, the lack of training, the incompetence of the generals, and the neglect of the court have buried many talents.

The value of Zhongxin, and even the value of the *Wumu Yishu* (The Legacy of Wu Mu), lies here.

When a country and a nation are on the brink of life and death, it is not just a military manual or a strong army that can save them.

But as long as it can provide some help to the country, it is worth many people striving for.

Often, the greatest despair is waiting to die.

If there is a hope of survival, even if one loses their life in the struggle, it is far better than waiting to die.

Chen Qingzhi, the legendary general of the Southern Dynasty.

He was physically weak, unable to draw a common bow, and not skilled in riding or archery, but he was bold and strategic, and a well-respected general who was deeply loved by his troops.

All the soldiers under Chen Qingzhi wore white robes, and the 7,000-strong White Robe Army was invincible in battle.

At its peak, the White Robe Army captured 32 cities from Zhixian to Luoyang in 140 days, engaging in 47 battles, and was unstoppable and invincible.

This combat capability has already exceeded the limits of a regular army.

Even throughout history, only a few strong armies can match it.

"Actually, I wanted to join the army, but the Chen family has been able to continue to this day thanks to the support of Shaolin Temple. Without Shaolin, my Chen family would have probably ceased to exist long ago. A man of honor must repay kindness, and Shaolin Temple has been very good to me. In today's world, where war is dangerous, everyone is at risk, and Shaolin Temple is no exception. So at this time, Shaolin Temple also needs me, to train a group of monk soldiers for them to enhance their self-defense capabilities," Zhongxin said.

Zhao Hao sighed.

Many things cannot be criticized.

Even in times of national crisis, you cannot blame others for their indifference.

Not everyone must sacrifice themselves for the country.

Such people are heroes, like Guo Jing, but most are just ordinary people.

You cannot demand too much from them, otherwise it would be moral coercion.

As long as they do not betray the country, such people should be your friends.

From a moral standpoint, there is nothing wrong with what Zhongxin is doing.

So all Zhao Hao could do was sigh.

"But when the nest is overturned, there are no intact eggs. Your Highness, the 3,000 monk soldiers of Shaolin Temple will be at your command in the future," Zhongxin bowed deeply and said solemnly.

Zhao Hao was moved.

"I finally understand why Shaolin has always been the leader of the martial arts world and has always been favored by the emperors," Zhao Hao sighed in admiration.

For a long time, and for a long time to come, Shaolin has always been in turmoil, facing many challenges and even disasters.

But after the storms, Shaolin still stands.

Moreover, whether in terms of strength or reputation, it can always quickly recover.

Some people only see Shaolin's opportunism, but they do not see Shaolin's decisiveness.

Any individual or force may get lucky and achieve temporary success, but to sustain this success for hundreds or even thousands of years, it cannot be explained by luck alone.

Throughout history, many forces have been overwhelmingly powerful, overshadowing the world. During their peak, even Shaolin would often avoid their sharp edge. But these forces often do not last more than a hundred years, and their glory is often washed away by the winds and rains.

The forces that can truly stand firm are few, and Shaolin is one of them, as is Wudang.

These two sects have always been on a different level from the others.

"Unfortunately, there are only 3,000 monk soldiers," Zhao Hao said regretfully.

The White Robe Army that Chen Qingzhi once led numbered 7,000.

"I do not have the talent of my ancestors, and 3,000 is my limit. Even so, these 3,000 people cannot truly follow orders. But the individual combat ability of Shaolin monks far exceeds that of the soldiers of the Southern Dynasty. Their true strength may not be much worse than that of 3,000 White Robe Army soldiers," Zhongxin said confidently.

He was, after all, a young man with his own vigor and confidence.

Zhao Hao laughed and patted Zhongxin's shoulder, saying, "A strong army is not as simple as you think. Without having been on the battlefield and without experiencing the trials of blood and fire, the 3,000 monk soldiers you trained cannot even be called an army, let alone compared to the White Robe Army."

Zhao Hao did not take the 3,000 monk soldiers trained by Shaolin Temple seriously.

In today's world, private armies are not uncommon, and those who can see the big picture are not limited to Shaolin Temple alone.

But in Zhao Hao's view, these private armies are just a joke.

To think that they can protect themselves is a delusion.

The Song Dynasty's army is not particularly strong, but to eliminate these private armies is not a difficult task.

Many people, especially those in the martial arts world, always view war too simply.

Strong personal martial arts can easily give them the illusion that the elite on the battlefield are not much different.

They are like frogs at the bottom of a well, unaware of the vastness of the sky and the sea.

Therefore, the martial arts world has always been a minor issue, not taken seriously by those in power.

Their thinking is too simple and too naive.

They do not understand that on the battlefield, unless you are powerful enough to be a terrestrial immortal, personal strength has little meaning.

Zhao Hao understands these principles, but Zhongxin does not yet.

Zhongxin believes that the 3,000 monk soldiers he trained can match the 3,000 White Robe Army soldiers under Chen Qingzhi, but in Zhao Hao's view, 3,000 Song soldiers can easily crush these 3,000 monk soldiers.

Of course, this is just the current 3,000 monk soldiers.

They still have infinite potential.

And this is something that the Song Dynasty's soldiers do not possess.

However, Zhao Hao is not worried about Shaolin's growing strength.

When the war ends, how many of these 3,000 monk soldiers will remain is unknown.

The martial arts world, after all, is just a corner of the world.

Especially in this world.

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