The Great Tang had just settled down, but the barbarians had not submitted.
The Eastern and Western Turks, Tubo, Goguryeo, Baekje, Silla, and even the Fu Sang Country were all restless.
The Eastern Turks were especially ambitious. They would invade the south during winter, pillaging and burning.
At the beginning of the Tang Dynasty, the Eastern Turkic Jieli Khan and his younger brother, Tuli Khan, had once led an army south to attack Chang 'an. His Majesty Li Er had no choice but to sign the alliance agreement with the other party.
Only after giving gold, silver and property to the Eastern Turks did Jie Li Khan withdraw his troops.
The alliance at the Wei River had always been regarded as a great humiliation by Li Er. After the Turks retreated, Li Er had always encouraged the Tang to practice martial arts in order to wash away the humiliation.
Thus, the Great Tang's militarism prevailed!
In order to motivate the children of the nobility, Second Emperor Li specially issued a decree to hold a martial arts practice meeting to promote the children of the nobility with extraordinary martial arts skills to serve in the army.
As soon as the news came out, it immediately shook Chang 'an City!
The older generation of valiant generals like Qin Qiong, Yuchi Jingde, and Cheng Yaojin were getting older and older, and the Tang army urgently needed fresh blood to maintain its fighting strength.
The Martial Arts Practice Meet this time was mainly targeted at the children of distinguished figures. Firstly, it was to select talents, and secondly, it was also to show grace to meritorious officials.
The descendants of the nobility rubbed their fists and rubbed their palms, all wanting to amaze the world with a single feat in the Martial Arts Practice Meet.
Second Emperor Li had said that whoever could become the top scorer in the Martial Arts Practice Meet would be granted the title of Yao Colonel and lead an army of more than five thousand people.
How could he miss such a good opportunity?
All the children of the nobility were actively preparing, all wanting to make a name for themselves in the Martial Arts Practice Meet.
Ever since he punished Zhangsun Sihu, Fang Yi 'ai had been in seclusion, preparing for the Martial Arts Practice Meet.
Five days later, Fang Yi 'ai rode the green mane horse that Huang Zhong gave her and headed to the drill ground.
The drill ground was set up in the south of Chang 'an City, which was close to the Wei River Plain. The terrain was wide and could be used for training, inspection, and martial arts practice.
The registration office was set up on the east side of the drill ground!
On a ten-zhang-tall flagpole, there was a red flag with the words "Registration Office" written on it. A long wooden table was arranged in a row below, and more than ten scribes were registering.
The moment Fang Yi 'ai entered, she immediately attracted a lot of attention.
After publicly divorcing Second Emperor Li's most beloved Princess Gao Yang, it would be difficult for Fang Yi 'ai not to become famous.
"Look! That is Fang Yi 'ai!"
"This kid has guts. He actually dared to divorce the princess of the Great Tang.”
"I heard that this person has been studying literature since he was young. Why is he here to register for the martial arts competition?”
Fang Yi 'ai heard these discussions but ignored them, walking straight to the registration counter. He took a pen and paper, filled in the registration form, and handed it to the scribe.
After the scribe read it, he was about to stamp it and issue the entry number plate.
At this moment, a ninth-grade scribe walked over and said coldly,""Milord has ordered that this person does not meet the registration requirements and is prohibited from entering the competition.”
Swoosh!
Fang Yi 'ai raised her head, her sharp gaze piercing the scribe's heart.
"Why am I not qualified?"
Fang Yi 'ai questioned loudly.
His shout attracted a lot of attention.
"Look, this kid is in trouble." In the crowd, a youth with a dark face and curly beard laughed.
This youth was the heir of State Duke Lu, Cheng Chumo.
Next to Cheng Chumo was a young man with a face that looked like powder, sword-like eyebrows, and starry eyes. He was Qin Huaiyu, the son of Yi Country Duke Qin Qiong.
These two people were outstanding in martial arts among the princes and were determined to win the martial arts competition.
"Chumo, who do you think did this?”Qin Huaiyu frowned and asked.
"The main examiner this time is Duke Wei, Li Jing, but the one in charge of registration is Zhangsun Yong.”Cheng Chumo explained, and the people around him immediately understood. Their faces showed regret.
Previously, Zhangsun Chong, the son of Zhangsun Wuji, the Duke of Zhao, had led the four Zhangsun Tigers to attack Fang Yiai in order to defend his cousin Princess Gaoyang. However, he had been beaten up.
After this feud was formed, Zhangsun Sihu held a grudge in his heart.
Coincidentally, Zhangsun Yong was in charge of registration today, so he blocked Fang Yiai outside the door.
"Why don't I meet the requirements?"
Fang Yi 'ai shouted loudly, her voice spreading far and wide, clearly entering everyone's ears. This vigorous inner strength caused Cheng Chumo and Qin Huaiyu to be stunned!
It was said that Fang Yi 'ai had abandoned martial arts to study literature since young, how could she have such vigorous internal strength?
" Our lord has said that you do not meet the requirements for registration, please leave..." The scribe carefully explained when he saw Fang Yi 'ai's eyes flashing with killing intent.
"In order to resist the Turks, His Majesty the Great Tang Emperor is recruiting talents.”Fang Yi 'ai questioned loudly.
The scribe avoided his gaze and did not dare to answer.
"Fang Yi 'ai, stop making a fuss, you really don't meet the requirements!”A man wearing a green robe with a sinister expression walked out. It was Zhangsun Yong.
It was said that when enemies met, their eyes would turn red.
At this moment, Zhangsun Yong had a bright smile on his face."" Fang Yi Ai, this registration is mainly targeted at noble descendants, you have already left Fang clan with nothing, you are no longer among the applicants-"
With that, Zhangsun Yong waved his hand, and a scribe brought over the registration regulations.
It was clearly written that only the descendants of nobility above the rank of Viscount were qualified to register and participate in the Martial Arts Competition.
"Fang Yi 'ai, this is the martial arts stage for the children of noble families, you should leave.”Zhangsun Yong said with a sinister smile.
The Great Tang was founded on martial arts, and even the sons of the nobility had to fight for fame on the battlefield. Not being able to participate in the battle meant that Fang Yi 'ai's path to progress was cut off.
Zhangsun Yong smiled proudly!
"Haha!"
Fang Yi 'ai also laughed, laughed loudly!
"Zhangsun Yong, to think that you're a scholar. This regulation clearly states that extraordinary humans with outstanding courage and strength are not included!”Fang Yi 'ai pointed at the last clause.
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