A Forbidden Spell Streaks Across the Sky

"How many batches is this already?"

The wreckage of the Aegis Battlesuit was salvaged, transported to the flagship, and handed over to Senator Aokexindun.

The Council's major arms dealer greedily stroked the intricate patterns on the battle suit.

As expected of a prosperous ancient Civilization, Yilan-Tai'er has perfectly utilized and developed the wondrous properties of those three legendary substances to create such a battle suit, which is priceless.

If the Aokexindun Family's Alchemical Ordnance Center and Magic Workshop could crack and master such forging techniques, then the heavy magical armor called "Power Armor" created by Kang De would be nothing... A glint of greed flashed in the senator's eyes.

These armor remains cannot be handed over to the Starry Sky Council.

Even if they can't keep it all, they can at least find another excuse.

Rather than saying it was salvaged and presented by the Azure Fleet, it's more accurate to say that I, Aokexindun, discovered and shared it.

Therefore, the Alchemical Ordnance Center under the Aokexindun Family should take the lead in solving the problem, and the patented technologies discovered and derived from it should belong to me.

The orders placed by the Council should be allocated to the Aokexindun Family's magic workshop, which should receive the largest share. Furthermore, other workshops authorized to produce such products should also pay hefty patent fees.

He glanced at the wreckage being sorted and packed in the room, frowned, and said to the waiting envoy, Osko, "Go tell Commander Nixiyasi that it's not just these individual combat suits; find some fragments of the weapons and war platforms used by Yilan-Tai'er as well. Also, I don't care what method she uses, you must capture at least three living prisoners!"

Osko looked utterly disgusted, remained silent for a moment, and then cautiously said, "Your Excellency, the fleet is currently under siege by a powerful enemy, and danger could strike at any moment. Do you think we should use the teleportation array to leave here first? As for orders, it would be better to issue them remotely..."

What do you know?

Congressman Aokexindun rebuked, "Especially at this critical moment, we should stand with our brave soldiers! This is our duty and our mission! Now, execute my orders!"

Envoy Osko left with a gloomy expression and spat heavily.

Damn it, damn it all.

The councilman scoffed and turned to ask an Arcane hunter, "Is Nixiyasi still in the command center?"

A magical glint flashed in the other person's eyes. After gazing at the void for a moment, they nodded and said, "Yes, Mr. Speaker, Commander Nixiyasi is still directing the battle."

"Good, keep a close eye on her."

The councilor nodded in satisfaction.

As the proverb Cathay, a gentleman should not enter a room that may collapse. Now that the Azure Fleet is besieged by the remnants of Yilan-Tai'er, he, as a noble senator, should retreat immediately.

The powerful performance of the ancient weapons of Yilan-Tai'er caught his attention and aroused his greed. In the context of the struggle against Kang De, the Council desperately needed these technologies, and the fact that these technologies were in the hands of the Aokexindun Family meant massive orders and exorbitant patent fees—a win-win situation.

Greed clouded his judgment, and Aokexindun decided to stay and see what other good things were in store.

In any case, the flagship wouldn't be in any immediate danger, and Nixiyasi was directing the battle from the flagship. Kang De's super battleship was nearby, Dragon of Cathay wouldn't just stand by and watch his new plaything die... You have to understand that the Cathayan paid a hefty price for this at the negotiating table.

The council member chuckled softly, "Serve the Council with your utmost loyalty, Commander."

He swirled his wine glass, a knowing smile spreading across his face.

--However, this noble senator was unaware that the Oathbreakers, Aifu, had re-established contact with the Starry Sky Council through the communication devices of the Abyss Walker.

He had previously seen Yilan-Tai'er launch a surprise attack and Council that the Council's plan to monopolize the essence of the ancient Civilization had failed. Therefore, he was now doing his best to collect these ancient weapon fragments to minimize the losses. He was unaware that his colleagues in the Starry Sky Council were trying to bring the Oathbreakers back to Tula Xiaye to extract all their value.

Because the lawmakers thought Aokexindun was still in Distant Harbor.

The Grand Speaker disliked Aokexindun intensely and didn't bother to tell him about it.

Therefore, the senator who thought he had everything under control was, of course, unaware that Kang De might launch a Forbidden Spell attack on the Broken Sea in order to quell the deep-sea assault.

Since the Starry Sky Council has already tacitly accepted the sacrifice and fate of the Azure Fleet, it certainly wouldn't remind the fleet at this time that Kang De is about to launch an indiscriminate attack.

"Hold on, follow orders, fight the enemy, and strive to survive!"

Through a short-range communication device, the composed Nixiyasi reassured the captains of the various ships who had requested assistance.

The deep-sea attack resulted in heavy casualties among the officers and soldiers. Fortunately, the enemy was strong in firepower but lacked tactics and organization, which allowed the more well-trained Azure Fleet to barely hold them off. However, casualties continued to rise as the enemy continued to emerge in ever-growing numbers. The soldiers were exhausted and their morale was increasingly low.

Their last hope rested entirely on Commander Nixiyasi.

Because Kang De's steel warships were stationed far away, with powerful firepower, easily blasting away any enemy that dared to approach, but they did not take the initiative to rescue the nearby Azure Fleet.

While the soldiers fought desperately, they complained incessantly. They thought of the gossip they talked about all day long, wanting their commander to flaunt his charm and beg the Dragon of Cathay to come to their rescue. This idea was reported up the chain of command and became the common voice of the entire fleet. In the face of danger, they still trusted their commander.

But what people trust is no longer her courage, decisiveness, wisdom, and skill in battle.

"Tell the soldiers not to panic. The situation is dangerous, but it will be over soon."

Nixiyasi's voice reached every warship.

"Kang De will come to our rescue."

At this point, a rare touch of gentleness appeared in her resolute voice, bringing comfort to the officers who were clinging to this last straw, "The reason he hasn't acted yet is because he's negotiating with the Council. Once they've reached an agreement, he'll naturally come to our rescue."

They found the dead woman.

This explanation was reasonable, well-founded, and convincing, so the officers and soldiers believed it.

Or rather, they have no choice but to believe.

The chaotic battle in dire straits, the ever-present threat of death, the absolute pressure, and the instinctive unease and fear within them turned them into mindless ostriches, firmly believing in the saying that "three men can make a tiger."

Even they themselves didn't realize that all their peace of mind was based on the premise that "Kang De is an incurable pervert who deeply loves Commander Nixiyasi and is willing to do anything for her."

If even the slightest flaw in this fundamental premise is found, then everything will collapse.

Putting down the short-range communication device, Nixiyasi gazed at the distant Astolfo. She paused for a moment, then smiled with relief. In her entire life, she had never lived for herself.

Even the final moments of madness and courage in life are completely devoid of happiness.

But... it's pretty good too.

Watch closely, Kang De, if you are watching.

"I am Commander Nixiyasi. Now, heed my orders! Cloud of Clear Frost, construct the Thundercloud Domain to divide the battlefield! Shield of Willis, establish a crystal wall using frost magic devices..."

She began the last command and battle of her life.

"The last group of non-combatants have already left the Broken Sea by transport plane."

"The life observation array has detected a decrease in the density of enemy deep-sea troop movements."

"The number of enemy forces on the sea is expected to reach its peak in five minutes."

"Dong Tianming judged that the Azure Fleet would enter a phase of successive defeats in twenty minutes."

"Father, time is running out. I suggest we begin preparations for Mass Projection immediately."

Kang De stood at the bow of the Afu, gazing at the distant battle.

The Azure Fleet, mustering its remaining strength, divided the battlefield, constructed sea fortresses, frosty walls, and organized dense firepower to block the powerful enemies attacking from all directions.

Even though he didn't fully understand the battlefield command and combat methods in this other world, Kang De was still amazed by this performance, which could be described as the art of war. The Azure Fleet's final performance, a desperate struggle for survival, was full of life, courage, passion, and madness. It was poignant, magnificent, and unforgettable.

He recalled what had happened before, when ferocious beasts roamed the seas and encountered the arriving Azure Fleet. He took a look and saw that the Azure Fleet, which should have been powerless to fight back, had miraculously survived and blocked the ferocious attacks of countless sea beasts with amazing and decisive countermeasures.

That was the first time he met Nixiyasi.

Kang De slowly said, "Preparing for the Forbidden Spell strike, Horus, Astolfo, prepare to initiate the warp-to-warp recall procedure for critical military assets. Mass Projection will commence in eight minutes."

Horus responded in a deep voice, "Yes."

A Fu didn't answer immediately. Two seconds later, he timidly said, "Daddy, Sister Nixiyasi..."

Kang De stared at the enormous number of Yilan-Tai'er survivors, who were tearing at the Azure Fleet like a pack of wolves. Even though A Fu destroyed a large number of heavy war platforms with his large-caliber cannons and Paradox shells, their sheer number was still terrifying. With such enemy density, rescuing people was a complete pipe dream.

"She chose this path herself, and she won't leave."

Kang De said calmly, "Besides, only a handful of people can rush over to save him: Dong Tianming, Parrot, A Xing... I won't send anyone to take that risk, A Fu, I'm sorry."

A Fu was silent for about ten seconds, then whispered, "Yes, Dad, A Fu knows."

She tried to make her voice more lively. "Also, sonar detected a Council submarine nearby, one of the two submarines that were previously lurking in the Broken Sea. It rose to a depth of about 300 meters and then stopped there, waiting for something..."

Kang De frowned slightly.

Previously, he piloted the Jiaolong to stop the Council's submarine from breaking the seal, but was blocked by the enemy's shipborne weapons. He destroyed one of the submarines with a mine, but because of the enemy's desperate obstruction, the other submarine had enough time to break the seal and release the mad dogs of Yilan-Tai'er.

This defeat certainly enraged him, but he also had every opportunity to obliterate the Council submarine that had ruined everything—under the pressure of the deep sea, this primitive submarine moved as slowly as a tortoise, and given enough time, Kang De had a hundred ways to kill it, a hundred ways.

But he still gave up.

Firstly, time was of the essence, and there was no time to settle such a messy score. Secondly, he also thought of the fearlessness of the previous submarine. These soldiers knew nothing, but stubbornly and fearlessly carried out the Council's orders, even at the cost of death... Perhaps out of a moment of compassion, he let the submarine go.

Surprisingly, these daring bastards, having escaped with their lives, didn't just run as far away as possible. Instead, they rose into the air and lurked near the sea. They really have a death wish.

A Fu's voice was somewhat sinister. "Target locked. MU-90 Anti-Submarine Torpedo are ready and can be launched at any time."

Perhaps it was the impending loss of a new friend that had left the ship girl in a bad mood. Of course, she wouldn't blame her father, and since the timing wasn't right, she couldn't take her anger out on her useless older brother. So, she could only vent her frustration on some annoying guys.

With a maximum attack depth of one thousand meters, a maximum speed of fifty knots, and a 50-kilogram directional explosive charge, it's enough to blast a hole in the hull of this poor primitive submarine before it can even react, allowing the surging water pressure to finish off the enemy... The opponent has no chance of escape.

Kang De was about to agree to attack and crush this ignorant fly, but then his eyes flickered, and he saw the fierce arcs of light unleashed by the Azure Fleet. His heart softened, and he sighed, "Forget it, let's talk about it after the battle."

Once the Forbidden Spell is unleashed, it strikes the sea like a meteor, creating turbulent currents and terrifying shockwaves that can not only destroy everything on the surface but also extinguish all life beneath the sea.

Let them live a little longer.

In the White Mist World, the massive projectile accelerated repeatedly in the sky.

More and more Yilan-Tai'er surged out of the sea, shouting fanatical slogans, and besieged the Azure Fleet.

Morale continued to plummet, and the desperate soldiers shouted and cursed.

Why hasn't Kang De made a move yet?

"Is that bitch any good or not?!"

Flagship.

"Your Excellency, the situation is becoming increasingly dire. Should we consider leaving?"

Hearing the Arcane hunter's suggestion, Aokexindun frowned slightly. He went to the window and watched as another warship burned and sank into the sea in the distance. "Osko, go ask Nixiyasi again, Kang De..."

"--Member of Parliament!"

Osko was enraged by Aokexindun's almost shouting. He said coldly, "Watch your tone. Are you expressing anger? Don't forget..."

"Councilor, look!" Osko stammered, "A ship... a ship!"

The congressman turned his head to look--

From the Broken Isles, Kang De's figure returns from the White Mist World.

He ordered, "Execute the recall!"

Spatial beacons were deployed in succession, and numerous firing positions and war platforms transformed into scattered light, disappearing from the Phase Gate and being recycled back into the White Mist World to prevent unnecessary damage from the floods and tsunamis formed by the Forbidden Spell striking the sea surface.

Above the azure waves, the Knight Astolfo and the Generous Boris roared their engines as they plunged through the open gates and into the sea outside Zhu'erban Port, creating towering waves.

Congressman Aokexindun, who witnessed all of this, was initially surprised.

Then came fear.

In an instant, he felt as if he had fallen into an ice cave, and then he screamed, "Where did they go! Why did Kang De remove them! What are the Cathayan trying to do?!"

This was not a question, but rather a terrified muttering to oneself.

Almost instantly, he realized Kang De's purpose.

How dare he do such a thing!

--Forbidden Spell.

What a damned, detestable word.

Especially when this kind of thing is in the hands of the enemy.

The enemy's advance is met with loyal warriors, and the wars waged are carried out and borne by soldiers and civilians. In any case, the nobles who control the rules always reside in safe fortresses, receiving the best protection, and even if they lose the war, they will not pay too heavy a price.

This is the world that people like Aokexindun know and love.

But Forbidden Spell break conventions and rules.

Forbidden Spell do not discriminate between the rich and the poor, nor do they recognize them. They do not consider the status of the noble or the importance of those who benefit from them. When Forbidden Spell strikes Tula Xiaye, it will kill both noble councilors and lowly beggars. When Forbidden Spell strikes here, ignorant soldiers and wise councilors will meet the same fate.

No! Damn it! No!

Aokexindun roared, "Activate the teleportation array immediately! We need to get out of this hellhole!"

At that very moment, many people witnessed Kang De's warship leaping away to safety. Before the soldiers could react with surprise, shouts, or despair, Nixiyasi immediately commanded, "Thunderbolt Purple Serpent Hao, broadside Revealer Ice Roar Magic Device, Siege Bombardment Mode, turn left at 46.5 degrees and fire horizontally!"

She held considerable prestige within the fleet. Although she had recently suffered a setback, her command of the battle had further reinforced obedience. The ships were already accustomed to obeying orders, and the war sorcerers who were targeted did not hesitate at all. They turned their magic devices, adjusted their attack modes, charged up Frostfire, and fired a shot without hesitation!

Only after the launch did he hear the sailors around him shout, "Ah! We fired the wrong shot!"

The frostball blasted through the air, striking the flagship's rear cabin squarely!

The shield flashed with a magical light.

The bombardment shook the ship, sending splinters of wood flying. The frost froze the hull, but the sea breeze dispersed the dust. Aokexindun, shielded by the Arcane hunters' shields, turned his head blankly and suddenly let out a desperate howl.

The entire teleportation chamber was overturned, the ship's walls were shattered and exposed, and the heavily forged Warpstone teleportation array had been bombarded by magical artifacts. The magical light flickered for a moment and then dissipated.

The senator howled like a wolf, all his elegance and composure gone. The destruction of the teleportation array meant that the Azure Fleet had become an island of despair, from which he could not escape, and Kang De's Forbidden Spell was about to be cast!

"Nixiyasi!"

He cursed and roared like a demon, "This is the most shameless betrayal! Your father is still here! You have neither loyalty nor conscience; you have failed the Council and your family!"

The heavy magical artifact that suddenly struck the flagship severely damaged it, hitting the core area. Not only was the teleportation array destroyed, but the command room was also destroyed, and a tall figure stood up from the ruins.

Nixiyasi, staff in hand, smiled wildly and arrogantly, "I led the Azure Fleet to this point, even to the brink of death, all because of your despicable and selfish tricks! You politicians who betray soldiers and tarnish honor, do you even deserve to comment on my loyalty!"

Aokexindun roared, "This is all for the benefit of the Council!"

"If that's the case, then each of us has an obligation to sacrifice for it!"

"Indeed! The Azure Fleet has abandoned its honor and marched towards destruction for the sake of the Council's interests, and today it will be annihilated here!" Nixiyasi declared fiercely. "We are willing to sacrifice ourselves for this, and we will not regret it even in death. We only ask that our noble councilors accompany us to the underworld—for the sake of the Council's interests, please grant me this simple request!"

"--Madman! I can't die here! Why should I die here!"

Aokexindun's face was contorted with rage and agitation. He kicked the stunned Anthony hard, yelling, "This is your good daughter! Speak!"

Anthony jumped in surprise and shouted, "Nixiyasi! What are you trying to do!"

The commander's expression wavered for a moment.

Her smile changed from enthusiastic to gentle, and her voice softened.

"I want to end my miserable life, eradicate my greatest nightmare, make your persistent illusions vanish, end my mother's suffering, make the ugly politicians pay the price, make selfish beings tremble in despair, and leave a memory for the regrets and losses I can never have."

She said softly, "To do something for the only person who asks nothing of me, who is full of kindness, and who is pure and upright. I cannot reciprocate his appreciation and invitation, but I can do something for him. Although I cannot serve him, I can let him see my final battle... Fate is unpredictable, and we can never go back to the way things were. It's such a pity."

"... Who would understand this!"

No one understood what she was saying. Aokexindun was almost insane, and the Forbidden Spell could be cast at any moment. His noble status and powerful guards were not enough to guarantee his safety. He could not die here, not silently, with a bunch of lowly soldiers for this ridiculous and absurd reason!

Are you kidding me!

In a desperate situation, the gambler, his mind racing and eyes bloodshot, grabbed his last chip.

He pointed at Nixiyasi and roared; she was the only hope he could think of.

"Grab her!" the senator roared. "Grab her as a hostage! Force Kang De to stop! Now!"

The already stunned crowd approached restlessly.

Nixiyasi chuckled, brandishing her staff. A magical aura coalesced in her left hand as she looked at the unfriendly Arcane hunters. "You big shots from the Legal Department... today I'll show you what the Navy is all about."

At that moment, the sky suddenly darkened. The soldiers of the Azure Fleet, the fanatics of Yilan-Tai'er, and the creatures of the sea all looked up at the same time. Their instincts told them that absolute terror was coming. The sky opened up a black void, like an eye of destruction, and the dark void faintly shone with the light of destruction.

Dong Tianming sighed softly, "Yilan-Tai'er, the lineage of the ancient Civilization, is now extinct."

With a surge of shockwaves, the massive mountain, burning with fragments, leaped out of the Phase Gate, accompanied by a series of roars from the god of destruction, traversing the sky, breaking through the clouds, and crashing headlong into the sea!