Chapter 10: Seduction, Provocation, Incitement, and Revolution

I asked you whether you want to eat meat? Answer me! Seeing that his incitement was effective, Zhang Zhun shouted fiercely.

How wonderful it is to have fish to eat every day

This response clearly shattered their dreams

What you need to practice is the coordination of the heart, eyes, and hands

You must understand why I am able to strike accurately, while you are unable to do so

Each person is allowed two fish per day, and the temptation is simply too great

I can responsibly inform you that the funds allocated by the court to the military households have been distributed, but they have all been embezzled by Wang Shixin! He uses our funds to indulge in meat daily, to entertain women, and to purchase land! Our funds have been squandered by him!

"Master, will we be able to catch fish today?" someone asked the most pressing question.

What they obtained from Zhang Zhun was not only substantial benefits but also psychological respect. In Yangjiatun, Zhang Zhun was the first person who did not discriminate against them as mixed households. This point was something even Yang Kaide could not achieve

"I ask you whether you want to eat meat? Use all your strength to respond!" Zhang Zhun shouted angrily

However, if the funds were embezzled by Wang Shixin, the trouble they seek lies with Wang Shixin himself. Their target is Wang Shixin, not the court. In this case, even if Wang Shixin were killed, the consequences would likely not be severe. The military households tend to think in a somewhat naive manner, simultaneously believing that the court would also be rather naive.

Hao Linyong answered without hesitation: "Yang Kun!"

Zhang Zhun nodded and began the lecture

He walked up to Hao Linyong and asked in a deep voice: "Hao Linyong, who do you hate the most https://m.hetushucom.com?"

Zhang Junrui's sharp gaze swept across each person's face as he asked, word by word: "Why can Wang Shixin eat meat? Why can Wang Shixin have many women? Why can Wang Shixin possess a lot of land? Who among you can answer me?"

Zhang Junlin asked solemnly: "Why?"

From the moment they shouted with all their might, the seeds of resistance had already been sown in their hearts. Indeed, if one desires to eat meat, one must be prepared to resist. Wang Shixin is the first target of their resistance. Of course, for this seed to take root and sprout, it requires careful cultivation and attentive nurturing

They certainly know the weight of those fish; two fish weigh at least 10 pounds, which is enough for the family to eat for a day

I want!

Do you want to or not? Answer me loudly!" Zhang Zhun emphasized his tone

I want!

This time, the voices of the eight people responding were somewhat louder

The eight individuals hurriedly assured that they would exert their utmost effort in practice

Zhang Zhun coldly said: "Do you think that without hard practice, you can hit the fish? Do you think I am a genius? Do you think I am truly a manifestation of the Martial Star? Wrong! In this world, there is no one who is a genius! The Martial Star is a character from mythological novels! No one can eat meat at every meal, unless your father is Li Gang!"

The eight individuals were instantly overjoyed, their eyes nearly popping out.

No. Zhang Zhun directly shattered their illusions

Hao Linyong responded with anger: "He is Wang Shixin's henchman! He bullies men and women alike, committing all kinds of atrocities! My cousin was insulted by him and committed suicide by jumping into a well! My brother's arm was also broken by him! I, along with Tushu, want to kill him, to avenge my cousin and my brother!"

The remaining seven individuals expressed similar determination

Yang Zhiyuan, nicknamed "Tiger Head," is extremely excited. He tasted fish last night and is still savoring the flavor. It is said that there will be two more fish today, and he is truly thrilled. He also has younger siblings who are eagerly waiting to eat fish. He repeatedly said, "Master, we must practice day and night! We will not be lazy! If in half a month I can't even catch a single fish, I won't need you to chase me away; I will be too ashamed to face you myself!"

The first opponent you must defeat now is the fish lurking beneath the surface of the water. You must thrust the tip of your spear fiercely into their bodies, pulling them up from the depths as your food. Remember my instructions: quick! precise! ruthless! Imagine each fish as the person you hate the most! With every thrust, you are stabbing your enemy!

To accurately catch fish within half a month, one must train repeatedly! Train to the point where even a fly flies past your eyes, and you can keep your eyes wide open without blinking! Train to the extent that thousands of ants crawl over you, and your movements will show no signs of error! Train to the point where someone places a red-hot iron on your chest, and you will not feel any pain!

Surrounded by vast, open beaches, he was not concerned about anyone hearing such provocative and stirring remarks. Although the Jinyiwei of the Ming Dynasty were formidable, they could not be invisible, could they? As for the even more mysterious Dongchang... it is like the more enigmatic "relevant departments"; outsiders cannot locate it, only it can find you

Two fish per person per day

The matter of the wage dispute was something they all experienced firsthand, along with Tu Shu. In the families of Zou Mingjia and two others, there were also participants, though not as actively involved. They had previously believed that the court had not disbursed the funds and grain, without considering that the funds had already been allocated but were misappropriated by Wang Shixin

Zou Mingjia was at a loss.

However, being poor does not mean one cannot achieve success! The poor also have the opportunity to change their fate! How did the founding emperor rise to prominence? You all know it well! He was originally just a monk, who also experienced days of hunger, suffering from stomach pains in the middle of the night, having to get up to drink cold water! But what was his achievement? He built such a vast nation!

Zhang Zhun glanced at the three individuals and said sternly: "In my eyes, there are no distinctions between the commoners! They are all from Yangjiatun! They are all poor! Since I have accepted you, I will treat you all equally! Whatever they have, you will not lack anything either!"

Zhang Zhun said in a deep voice: "That is because all the meat that belongs to us has been taken away by him! The women that belong to us have also been taken away by him! The land that belongs to us has also been taken away by him! The reason we are all starving and our eyes are dim, the reason we have to live in dog kennels, and the reason we have no wives, is all because of him!"

The grievances of his past life, the dissatisfaction of this life, and the determination to change the course of history all imbue every word of Zhang Jun with a strong sense of purpose. In the present, he is undoubtedly one of the most indignant youths of the Ming Dynasty, even more so than Li Zicheng. Each of his statements strikes deeply at the hearts of these military households. Meat, wives, and land are all temptations that the military households find utterly irresistible

Do you want to get married?

In fact, what you truly need to master are just three words: Fast! Accurate! Ruthless!

Do you want land?

What was Liu Bang originally? He was merely a good-for-nothing rogue, similarly destitute and poorly clothed. However, he later became an emperor! The state he established was so powerful that even the Xiongnu had to retreat. The reason we are called Han people is because of the Han Dynasty he founded

However, before they could fully enjoy their happiness, Zhang Zhun poured a bucket of cold water on them, saying, "But you must study hard! In half a month, if you can't even spear a single fish, don't blame me for being rude! Not even one fish!"

The three individuals were immediately overjoyed and expressed their gratitude in succession

The eight individuals were suddenly filled with fervor, yet they were at a loss for how to respond

Each of his words struck deeply within the hearts of the eight individuals once again

Zhang Jun smiled with satisfaction

When Zhang Zhun and the others were utterly disappointed, he said indifferently: "During this half month, I will ensure that you are well-fed, with each person receiving two fish per day."

Since you desire it, you must strive for it! You must relentlessly push yourself! Only by tormenting yourself to be stronger, more resilient, and fiercer than others can you defeat your opponents! Money, status, women, land—no one does not want these! If you wish to obtain them, you must overcome your rivals

Do you really wish to be military households for a lifetime? Do you really wish to live such a life, where you are often hungry and your eyesight is failing? Do you really wish that after you die, you won't even have a coffin, but will be buried wrapped in a tattered mat? Do you think that in such a life, any woman would be willing to live with you? Do you want to eat meat at every meal? Do you want to marry a wife? Do you want to have your own land? Do you think that in such a life, any woman would be willing to live with you? Do you want to eat meat at every meal? Do you want to marry a wife? Do you want to have your own land?

The thought that the money and provisions belonging to their family had been embezzled by King Yama stirred the blood of the eight men once again. Each time they protested for their wages, they dared not make a big fuss, fearing retaliation from the court. Opposing the court was tantamount to rebellion, which could lead to the confiscation of property and extermination of their clan. The stigma of confiscation and extermination was something that ordinary military households were very wary of. The families of the three deceased military households were also concerned about this charge, which is why they endured in silence.

"So when will it be possible?" someone asked unwillingly

Zhang Jun said expressionlessly: "What? Is it impossible?"

The task I assign to you is to perform three thousand thrusts every day! One thousand in the morning, one thousand in the afternoon, and one thousand in the evening! Each session must consist of no fewer than fifty consecutive thrusts! Anyone who feels unable to endure this hardship may withdraw at any time, and there will be no compulsion!

Someone bit their lip and replied

They all hated Qianhu Wang Shixin, wishing they could seize all his wealth and then divide it among themselves. However, they had never considered Zhang Zhun's question. They only knew that the facts were as such, but they did not understand why the facts were this way

Zou Mingjia exclaimed, "What? Three thousand times?"

This time, the eight individuals completely let loose and began to scream hysterically

We are all poor, we are all the mud beneath others' feet, and no one respects us! Our lives can be plundered by others at any time! Even if we are beaten to death, we can only swallow our anger and grievances, with no opportunity for revenge! If we want to stand out, we must rely on our own relentless efforts! Opportunities do not fall from the sky; only bricks do!

A monk and a rogue can both become emperors; what else is impossible to achieve

At least half a month, I suppose," Zhang Zhun replied coldly