Orks

"Think about it, lads, think about why you became Knights of Caliban in the first place?"

They once became Knights to hunt giant beasts and protect civilians, thereby maintaining and preserving civilization.

However, with the rise of Primarch Lion El'Jonson, he launched Great Hunt in Caliban, slaying almost all the giant beasts in the forest.

Therefore, both the noble Knights of the past and the commoner Knights of the later reformist faction gradually lost their purpose.

But with the arrival of the Emperor, these Knights found a new purpose.

They joined the Great Crusade, became soldiers of the First Legion, became the Scions of Lion El'Jonson, kept secrets for the Imperium, and eliminated dissidents for the Imperium.

"It started because of the rampaging giant beasts, sir," a Recruits spoke first.

"Yes, I know that. Giant beasts roam the forests of Caliban."

"The continuation and inheritance of civilization can only be maintained by Knights hunting down giant beasts and protecting civilians."

"Then why did your thoughts and beliefs change after you became Astartes?"

Han Mingxuan's question caused a moment of silence among the Recruits, but someone quickly provided an answer.

"Sir, the Great Crusade is Astartes' affair. We do not deny the role of the Imperialis Militia in the Great Crusade, but Astartes is the main force."

Weren't you once just Mortals?

Han Mingxuan's single sentence silenced the Knights who had spoken up to answer the question.

"Recruits of the First Legion, you have become Astartes, you have become the superhuman warriors of the Imperium, and this is proof of your honor and resilience."

"But I want you to understand that even after entering this dark universe, the forest of Caliban still exists, and the beasts within it still exist."

"The Knights of Caliban exist, and so do the common people who need the Knights of Caliban to protect them."

Han Mingxuan's last sentence excited the Caliban Recruits and also attracted Luther's attention.

In fact, Lion El'Jonson and Luther launched a ten-year-long Great Hunt, systematically eliminating the vast majority of the forest behemoths.

This had a tremendous psychological impact on the entire Caliban.

For generations, the purpose of Knights's existence has been to fight against behemoths.

When the threat disappeared, many Knights lost their purpose in life, and conflicts arose between the Knights orders.

The old Order is beginning to crumble.

This foreshadowed Luther's Rebellion.

But now, listening to what Han Mingxuan is saying, he compares the entire universe to a dark and deep forest.

Without a doubt, for these Knights who lived in the forest, the potential threat to the Imperium was the behemoth that Caliban once possessed.

"The universe is a forest, the starry sky is a hunting ground, and you are the Knights; there is still much for you to do."

After saying this, Han Mingxuan left the training ground with Futia.

The remaining time should be given to these Caliban Knights to think things through carefully.

Why did they become Knights in the first place?

Now that they have become Knights, how should they conduct themselves in the face of the Imperium's predicament?

"Sir, are you sure they understand?"

"What, do you think they're prone to getting stuck on minor details?"

"That possibility cannot be ruled out, sir."

"Then tell me, what does Chivalry include?"

"Humility, honor, courage, sacrifice, keeping oaths, protecting civilians; force is a means of protection, not a tool of plunder."

"Yes, you're absolutely right. I want them to remember these things. Plus, with Lion El'Jonson's intention to change the First Legion, the changes in these Recruits are inevitable."

"But sir, they lack flexibility and tolerance, and their compassion is pitifully scarce."

"That's why the Nostramo-descended are so important."

"Don't forget, the Nostramo people all started out as Gang; they're masters of flexibility and adaptability."

Um... so this is how the First Legion's problems are solved?

"What, you didn't think I was going to give you another long lecture, did you?"

Futia silent.

"Since you're silent, I'll take that as a yes. Relax. The First Legion now is not the First Legion as it was at the beginning. The fact that they can accept Aequus's existence proves that they have changed a great deal."

"Isn't the reason we accept Aequus's existence because of his strength?"

"So, in your opinion, which group of Recruits, those of Nostramo-descended or Recruits of Calibanites, are stronger?"

Hmm... that makes sense.

That makes sense!

"Sir, you are indeed an excellent educator."

Stop flattering me. I'm just using this situation to my advantage; it's nothing special.

Whether it was educating Curze or his actions after returning to the Imperium, Han Mingxuan's role was merely to guide.

The rest is something the parties involved need to figure out for themselves.

Only when they are good enough can they understand this, and only then can they become good and better.

And the facts have proven this to be true.

Whether it's Curze or his Primarch Nephews, all they lack is the right guidance.

Thinking of this, Han Mingxuan looked at Futia was beside him.

This is the woman whom the Emperor himself acknowledged possessed a portion of his power.

"Sir? Why... are you looking at me like that?"

"It's nothing, looking at you just reminds me of Emperor."

"Emperor?"

"Yes, it reminds me of that conman who had a thousand faces."

And the Huangpizi's disastrous parenting skills.

Both husband and wife are extraordinary individuals.

Even regarding the issue of the Horus Heresy Primarch, he himself was inactive.

Futia didn't know how to respond.

Being with this gentleman is great, except you have to always have medication for cardiovascular and cerebrovascular diseases on hand.

Who knows when my blood pressure will become irregular or my heart rate will drop?

"Sir, please be careful with your words."

"Haha, relax," Han Mingxuan said with a laugh.

Futia breathed a sigh of relief. Fortunately, this gentleman knew that it wasn't easy for someone like her to make a living, and he stopped there.

Otherwise, she really would have to find a way to resign and go back to Nostramo to continue being her Logistics Minister.

After the issues concerning the First Legion were settled, Han Mingxuan received a message.

News that he hadn't expected.

From the Salamanders Legion.

"Uncle, it's been a long time."

"Oh, it's Vulkan! Long time no see. How's the Great Crusade going?"

"I contacted you because of the Great Crusade, Uncle."

Oh?

"What happened?"

How much do you know about the Orks?

Orks?

Could it be that the Ghazghkull Thraka have appeared ahead of schedule?

That shouldn't be the case.

The timeline doesn't match.

"This race is a remnant of a war from long ago. What, is this race making unusual moves?"

"Yes, Uncle, the Orks's operation this time is very large-scale."