Chapter Twenty: Invigorating the Spirit

  The Lingshan Mountains are hidden from the environment, with a pleasant climate and rich natural resources. Building a school in a remote area will not be discovered by the enemy, and students inside can also play to their strengths and contribute to the anti-Japanese cause. This idea was immediately approved by Yan Xiawu after Qin Wanjun thought of it. Soon, while utilizing the deep connections of the Qin family to gather talent and machinery, a school was quickly established in the depths of Lingshan. The location is nestled between mountains and water, with a hidden terrain that is difficult to detect from afar or from the air, and it's hard to imagine that someone is running a university down here. Of course, when the school was first established, many facilities were simple, but compared to the northern cities where you can't even put down a quiet desk, this place is already heaven. At least here, you don't have to worry about being suddenly invaded and destroyed. I believe that as time goes on, this place will become more lively.

  Of course, there is also a contingent of troops patrolling the surrounding area to prevent enemy sneak attacks and to prevent spies from infiltrating among the students. This is a necessary measure in troubled times. After Yan Xi Wu made the arrangements, a contingent of troops had already moved in. In addition to being responsible for defense, they would also provide military training to the students. In troubled times, this was also a way to ensure survival and could inspire patriotism in the students, discover military talent, and so on.

  In the humble school building, many students and teachers gathered together to listen to Yan Xi Wu's speech. They felt that everything about this organization was so amazing, in a chaotic world where they could spend so much energy on running a university, what a broad mind and spirit it required! Moreover, the troops seen on the road made the students who had experienced war even more shocked. Since the Japanese invasion of Central China, many people had already witnessed the extreme cruelty of the Japanese soldiers, as well as various resistance armed forces. It seemed that except for the Fourth People's Party and some other troops, the armed forces of other parties were like hastily organized teams, among which there was also a feeling of having seen the enemy's rear armed forces of the People's United Party, with high morale but simple weapons and diverse attire.

  The team in front of them was a new sight for everyone, with their uniforms, weapons and training all giving off an aura that made people feel they were not to be trifled with. The ruthlessness with which they dealt with the enemy was deeply shocking to everyone. All of this had shrouded Yan Xi Wu in an air of mystery, making everyone want to see who it was that had created all of this.

  As if drawn by an unseen force, everyone's gaze fell on a man walking out from behind them. The man's sharp nose made his peaceful face seem even more imposing, with a pair of sword-like eyebrows and eyes that shone brightly, giving off an aura of charisma that left people feeling stunned. A staff member responsible for receiving students introduced him, saying: "This is Yan Xi Wu, the president of our Anti-Japanese Alliance Union and the founder of the Anti-Japanese Righteous and Brave Army. Please welcome him to speak."

  Yan Xiuwu stood on the stage, looking down at the crowd below. His eyes scanned over the students, nodding in approval. These students had all been through a lot, their clothes tattered and worn from their journey. But despite the chaos of the world around them, they were still searching for a way to save their country, and that earned his respect. He gave a solemn military salute: "Fellow scholars, classmates, you have all worked hard. I am heartened that you have trusted the Anti-Japanese Alliance United Front and traveled far to come to Lian Shan. This shows that everyone here has a patriotic heart, searching for a way to save our country in these difficult times. Among us are renowned professors from famous schools, teachers, and students who have just entered school, as well as overseas students who have returned with the goal of saving our nation. From you all, I see hope for our country, I see a bright future ahead. It is this spirit that has supported our ancient nation for thousands of years. Although the enemy is currently rampant, I believe that with our joint efforts, our country will surely rise again! On behalf of the Anti-Japanese Alliance United Front, I would like to express my gratitude to everyone, and ask you all to work together to build a new future for our nation." The crowd below erupted into thunderous applause.

  Yan Xi Wu responded in unison with everyone's applause, and after a brief pause, he continued: "Although the conditions here are simple, the Anti-Japanese Alliance Union will try its best to meet everyone's needs, both in life and in study. We will also provide assistance in these areas. Please try to conserve the hard-won resources, work hard to study, and please help the Anti-Japanese Alliance Union with some project research. All of this is to drive out the Japanese devils as soon as possible! Let our country suffer less, let our people suffer fewer hardships. For this, let us all work together, for our new country, for our common future!" As he spoke, he bowed solemnly to the crowd.

  The people below stood up and applauded warmly to pay tribute to this respectable general. On him, the crowd seemed to see a better future, saw the tomorrow of the country. His words inspired students who were studying in troubled times and scholars who were seeking a way out for the country to boost their morale and revive their fighting spirit! These words have been inspiring everyone to overcome various obstacles and go through many difficult days.

  This day also became the Education Day of later generations, and every year on this day, people would commemorate this leader who founded a school in troubled times and thank him for focusing on university education in troubled times. The country established later even exempted all tuition fees for universal education, and everyone could enter school freely. This move made the country that came later far ahead of other countries in the world in terms of technology and overall quality, and this move also gave new vitality to this ancient country. Countless scientific achievements greatly improved people's living standards, and later generations remembered the person who established this system as "Father of the Country".

  Lan Shan University was formally established, initially gathering students and teachers from many universities across the country. Everyone started a new life here, although there was no city glamour, but with more rules to follow. However, in this chaotic era, having such a pure land allowed everyone to learn and have higher expectations. Therefore, many students continued to study and think with an even more diligent attitude. As a result, countless scholars and generals stepped out of the school gate into a wider world. The first batch of graduates from Lan Shan University all became pillars of the nation, leaving their names in history, which was later referred to as the "Lan Shan Miracle".

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