Decisive Battle at Star Luo City!

"Boom boom boom!"

The sound of cannons boomed like thunder, shaking the entire sea. A barrage of Soul Guidance Cannon traced arcs, crashing into the Star Luo Empire fleet anchored at the dock like a Huo Yu of meteors falling from the sky!

In an instant, a series of explosions shook the sea. One after another, Star Luo Empire Warships of different sizes were pierced through the decks and sides by Soul Guidance Cannon. In the violent explosions and flames, huge craters were torn open, seawater rushed in, the hulls tilted and sank continuously, black smoke billowed, and Lie Yan roared!

In the firelight, people could be seen jumping off the warships.

Sailors from the Star Luo Empire crowded onto the deck, packed together like a sea of people, falling into the water like dumplings being dropped into a pot.

"How is that possible?!"

The large number of the Star Luo Empire sailors who remained on land and had not yet boarded the ship were stunned by the scene before them. No one knew what had happened; everything that was happening was completely contrary to their understanding.

Burning oil, volleys of crossbow bolts, boarding maneuvers with melee weapons, catapults launching projectiles, ramming bows... this is the naval warfare they envisioned.

The fact that the entire fleet was almost completely destroyed before they could even see the enemy was beyond their imagination.

Small boats, propelled by oars and used for rescue, were launched from the docks and from the remaining Star Luo Empire warships in the fleet, desperately trying to save some sailors who had fallen into the water.

However, the flames, the capsizing of the ship, and the whirlpools caused too much damage to these small boats. Often, before many sailors could be rescued, the rescue boats sank first.

Moreover, in this era of cold weapons, many soldiers of the Star Luo Empire wore armor, which made it impossible for them to float on the sea, no matter how good their swimming skills were.

These people didn't even have to struggle; they simply sank to the bottom of the sea.

"Heaven Dou Empire!!"

Dai Yunlei, the commander of the Star Luo Far Sea Fleet, stood on land, his emotions running high. He was trembling all over, his eyes were bloodshot, and his eyes were wide open like copper bells.

As a collateral member of the Star Luo Royal Family, Dai Yunlei's Martial Soul is also the White Tiger, and he is a genuine Soul Saint with excellent eyesight.

Therefore, despite the thick fog that filled the sea and the considerable distance, Dai Yunlei could see the warships of the Tiandou Empire Royal Fleet that were firing Soul Guidance Cannon and flying Swan flags.

At this moment, Dai Yunlei's mind was in complete chaos, and he just stood there blankly on the shore, motionless.

Dai Yunlei, who had never seen Soul Guidance Cannon before, was stunned by the powerful attack of the Tiandou Empire warships in the distance.

"Boom!!"

Suddenly, a huge explosion rang in Dai Yunlei's ears, and the shockwave from the exploding shell blasted Dai Yunlei far away.

This was an extended firing exercise conducted by the Tiandou Empire Royal Fleet on the docks and shore after destroying most of the Star Luo Empire warships with Soul Guidance Cannon.

If Dai Yunlei hadn't already been Soul Saint, capable of instantly deploying a large amount of Soul Power to defend his body, this shot would probably have blasted Dai Yunlei into mincemeat.

"Wow, this is amazing! What kind of weapon is this?"

Staggering to his feet, Dai Yunlei suddenly spat out a mouthful of blood, his head spinning – the shockwave from the exploding Soul Guidance Cannon.

Shaking his head, Dai Yunlei looked around and saw corpses lying everywhere on the shore, and the dock filled with the wreckage of warships. The sailors who were alive just moments ago were now dead or wounded.

The Star Luo Empire's only fleet was thus destroyed.

This tragic scene brought tears to the eyes of the fleet's commander, and he was filled with a death wish.

He drew Dai Yunlei sword, intending to commit suicide, but after thinking about it, he sheathed it.

No, we can't die. We must let the Luo Empire and Emperor Dai Weisi know about this situation, and about the super projectile explosive weapon that suddenly appeared in the Heaven Dou Empire!

Thinking of this, Dai Yunlei immediately unleashed his Martial Soul Avatar, transforming into a giant White Tiger. Then, channeling his Soul Power, he raced towards Star Luo City!

Meanwhile, aboard the flagship of the Tiandou Empire Royal Fleet, Zi Zhenzhu and Zhi Xin each picked up a long telescope and watched the Star Luo Empire's dock, which was now engulfed in flames.

"The Star Luo Far Sea Fleet is basically annihilated; the Soul Guidance Cannon's combat power is indeed formidable!"

Zi Zhenzhu exclaimed in amazement, her expression filled with excitement.

As the leader of the Purple Pearl Pirate Group, she was quite experienced in naval battles. But after so many years of naval warfare, this was the first time she had won so easily.

According to the battle reports compiled by his subordinates, only one squad of gunners and observers in the entire Tiandou Empire Royal Fleet was killed or wounded by the exploding Soul Guidance Cannon.

Apart from that, there were almost no combat casualties.

This is not a battle, it is a crushing defeat, a one-sided massacre of the Star Luo Empire by the Tiandou Empire Royal Fleet!

"Alright, campaign objective achieved."

Zi Zhenzhu put down her long telescope, turned to look at Rose Duke Zhi Xin Rose, who was admiring the wreckage of the Star Luo Empire Fleet with great interest, and said with a smile, "Your Highness, you can now have your army land on the beach."

"Oh, okay, no problem."

Zhi Xin reluctantly withdrew his gaze, nodded, and then gave orders to his subordinates behind him.

Soon, one massive transport ship after another sailed toward the shore, lowered its gangways, and soldiers of the Tiandou Empire Royal Guards, clad in sky-blue armor with gold patterns, descended in orderly fashion and swarmed toward the shore...

The Star Luo Empire, Star Luo City.

Inside the palace.

"What did you say? The fleet was destroyed? The Heaven Dou Empire's army marched in by sea and has already conquered a province?"

Seeing Dai Yunlei kneeling on the floor of the hall, Dai Weisi was both shocked and furious. He suddenly stood up from the throne, completely dumbfounded.

The Tiandou Empire Army that invaded the heart of the Star Luo Empire by sea this time was the most elite Royal Guards of the Heaven Dou Empire, and even included the Divine Machine Camp and the Magic Guidance Camp, which had shone brightly in the Battle of Jialing Pass, as well as an entire Soul Master Legion!

What an elite army this is! How could the city defense forces in the heart of the Star Luo Empire, who have not been exposed to battle for a long time, possibly withstand it?

Therefore, it did not take long for the Tiandou Empire Royal Guards to conquer a province of the Star Luo Empire!

The sea-transporting army bypassed the heavily fortified fortresses and directly attacked the heart of the Star Luo Empire. There has never been a battle like this before!

Wait a minute, because of Empress Dowager Zhu Youlan, it seems the fortress complex is about to be completely breached!

This is a pincer attack from two directions!

Dai Weisi's face turned deathly pale; he was truly panicked!

A flustered person is prone to anger.

At this moment, Dai Weisi vented all his anger on Dai Yunlei, who had become a commander without any troops.

"Dai Yunlei, your fleet has been destroyed, how dare you still live? Die!"

Dai Weisi drew the sword hanging at his waist and threw it fiercely. The sword drew an arc and landed in front of Dai Yunlei, embedding itself in the floor tile of the hall!

Seeing the emperor's utter indifference, Dai Yunlei felt a surge of despair. His voice trembled with tears as he said, "Your Majesty, I have failed the Empire and should commit suicide. But I have important matters to report. These matters concern the life and death of the Star Luo Empire. Please allow me to finish speaking before I die!"

"Hmph, since that's the case, I'll give you face since you're also a member of the Dai Family!"

Dai Weisi snorted coldly, barely suppressing the murderous intent in his heart, and said in an icy tone.

With a sorrowful expression Dai Yunlei gave a bitter laugh and said, "Your Majesty, the Heaven Dou Empire's Royal Fleet was equipped with a large number of explosive weapons capable of long-range launching. The entire Star Luo Far Sea Fleet was destroyed by these weapons!"

"Soul Guidance Cannon?"

Upon hearing this, Dai Weisi was startled and immediately thought of this super weapon that the Heaven Dou Empire had used in the Battle of Jialing Pass!

Legend has it that the thick, mountain-like walls of Jialing Pass were destroyed by a single, massive Soul Guidance Cannon.

Dai Weisi originally thought that such a powerful weapon was extremely rare and would not affect the overall war situation between the two empires.

However, Dai Yunlei's words show that Dai Weisi's guess was completely wrong!

The Tiandou Empire Royal Fleet actually possesses a large number of magic cannons!

Therefore, it can be basically confirmed that the Heaven Dou Empire has the capability to mass-produce Soul Guidance Cannon!

How can we fight like this?

If the Heaven Dou Empire were to mass-produce more Soul Guidance Cannon and equip the Tiandou Empire Royal Guards with these super weapons capable of destroying cities and annihilating nations, then which city in the Star Luo Empire could withstand it?

Thinking of this, Dai Weisi broke out in a cold sweat.

No, we can't panic. The Star Luo Royal Family still has their ancestor in charge. The ancestor is already the White Tiger God. No matter how strong the Heaven Dou Empire's army is, it is no match for a god!

Dai Weisi forced himself to stay calm and composed, looking down at Dai Yunlei, and said, "What else is going on? Tell me everything."

"Then I will speak, and I hope Your Majesty will not panic."

Dai Yunlei took a deep breath and said in a deep voice, "The Tiandou Empire Royal Guards is attacking Gengxin City."

"What?!"

Upon hearing this, Dai Weisi was shocked and his body trembled uncontrollably!

Gengjin City, that's Gengxin City, known as the capital of blacksmiths!

Although blacksmiths do not hold a high position in this world of Soul Master where strength is paramount, and in fact, their status is quite lowly, it seems that Gengxin City is not very important.

In reality, however, the importance of Gengxin City to the Star Luo Empire far exceeded the imagination of most people!

Because the vast majority of the armor and weapons used by the Star Luo Empire's army were made in Gengxin City!

If Gengxin City is captured, the Star Luo Empire will soon be in dire need of armor and weapons!

Without sufficient armor and weapons, even if the soldiers of the Star Luo Empire are well-trained and experienced in combat, they would hardly be a match for the Heaven Dou Empire!

"No, Gengxin City must not be breached! I will dispatch the Star Luo Empire Royal Knights to its rescue immediately!"

Dai Weisi was still quite clear-headed and immediately realized the importance of Gengxin City!

After explaining the situation in Gengxin City, Dai Yunlei pulled out the sword stuck in the ground and committed suicide on the spot!

Dai Yunlei, the Soul Saint who was loyal to the royal Dai Family and commander of the Star Luo Empire's far-sea fleet, has passed away!

Just as Dai Weisi was preparing to send the Star Luo Empire Royal Knights to rescue Gengxin City, the Gengxin City had already been breached.

Gengxin City is located in the southwestern hinterland of the Star Luo Empire, and is exactly in the opposite direction from Dragon Rise City, the residence of the Defense Clan.

Gengxin City is also known as the City of Metal and the City of Blacksmiths. It is home to the headquarters of the Star Luo Empire's Blacksmith Association and is one of the main cities of the Star Luo Empire, but it is by no means a famous city.

After all, the Douluo Plane is a world of Soul Master, so it's normal that the city of blacksmiths isn't valued.

Blacksmiths in the Douluo Plane have the same status as ordinary people. The Blacksmith Association only has some influence within Gengxin City; outside of it, nobody pays any attention to them.

The Spirit Hall is actually the Spirit Hall Soul Master Association, yet it can rival the Heaven Dou Empire and the Star Luo Empire. This shows just how vast the gap is between blacksmiths and Soul Master.

The walls of Gengxin City are entirely iron-colored with a metallic sheen. The city is actually made entirely of cast metal, making it virtually indestructible using conventional siege methods.

For days, the Tiandou Empire Royal Guards have been besieging Gengxin City, using all sorts of siege equipment, such as battering rams, arrow towers, battering hammers, crossbows, and even counterweight catapults, but to little avail, and instead suffered heavy casualties.

In order to avoid heavy casualties and capture this heavily guarded city of the Star Luo Empire as soon as possible, Rose Duke Zhi Xin ordered a large number of Soul Guidance Cannon to be dismantled from the warships of the Royal Fleet and transported to the Gengxin City for relentless bombardment day and night.

However, even the Soul Guidance Cannon had difficulty breaking through this city wall, which was entirely made of metal.

The cannon barrels of the Soul Guidance Cannon so hot they turned red-hot, and some of them even exploded due to the immense pressure. Gengxin City was only blasted open, and the blacksmiths in the city quickly repaired it with molten iron.

This infuriated Zhi Xin.

Fortunately, just when Zhi Xin was feeling somewhat helpless, the second wave of reinforcements dispatched by Xue Ke arrived.

The second wave of reinforcements consisted of members of the Royal Soul Master Corps, a group of powerful individuals, led by Title Douluo Titan, the patriarch of the Power Clan, a single-attribute clan, and Niu Gao, the patriarch of the Royal Clan, the Rhinoceros Armor Douluo!

With the help of Tai Tan and Niu Gao, Gengxin City was quickly captured by the Tiandou Empire Royal Guards.

It wasn't that a titled Douluo could destroy the city walls and defeat the heavily defended Star Luo Empire, but rather that Tai Tan was also a blacksmith, and the vice president of the Blacksmith Association, and a close friend of the president of the Blacksmith Association Lou Gao.

Therefore, Tai Tan only contacted Lou Gao briefly, and Lou Gao decided to cooperate with Tai Tan from the inside out. He directly led the blacksmiths in the city to open the heavy metal gates of Gengxin City, allowing the army of the Heaven Dou Empire to enter the city and annihilate the Star Luo Empire's heavy troop force defending the city!

This move left the usually upright and Zhi Xin completely bewildered.

So this is how war can be fought?

After clearing out the remaining Star Luo Empire troops from the city, Zhi Xin, along with Tai Tan, Niu Gao, and others, rode into Gengxin City and looked around the city with great interest.

Seeing that Zhi Xin was very interested in the scenery of Gengxin City, Tai Tan introduced, "Duke Zhi Xin, look, most of these buildings along the street are blacksmith shops."

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