The Land of Dawn's Decision, Part Two
"..."
The general's words elicited slight nods from the crowd.
The defense of the coastal Land of Dawn is a very important issue.
If the coastal areas are not very dangerous, then naturally many powerful individuals will be willing to guard those areas.
If the risk is extremely high, this is not an easy job.
"Our Fifth Land of Shelter has built 20 arcane detection towers, each 200 meters high, along the coast. These towers can detect depths of up to 20 kilometers in the ocean. Through our reconnaissance over the past few years, we have discovered that the evil spirits and beasts within the ocean are indeed constantly evolving."
"In the past year, many evil beasts have come ashore, but most of them have not yet evolved limbs and are not very threatening."
"But one thing is certain: the evil beasts in the ocean are getting stronger and stronger."
General Zhang of the Fifth Land of Shelter slowly spoke, "As for whether evil spirits and beasts from all directions will attack us after the Eternal Night arrives, that's beyond our prediction. Perhaps we can have the prophets of our Great Xia divine it."
"Just in case, the coastal areas must be well-defended."
As soon as he finished speaking, General Sun from Demon Capital, who held the chief position, chimed in. "A hundred-kilometer coastline requires at least 50 Fourth Sequence powerhouses to guard it with Transcendent Shelter."
"Our World Worldweaver in Demon Capital can now create short-distance teleportation arrays, capable of transporting people up to 100 kilometers."
"The powerful individuals guarding the coastline and their families cannot be separated from society and people, so each family will establish a teleportation array."
"Then, at the edge of the Land of Dawn, where it connects with the human population, establish a residential area, equipped with schools, supermarkets, entertainment venues, and other amenities—a large recreational area—to provide convenience for the guardians and their families."
"..."
"That's good. Humans are social creatures after all; we can't just live in the sunlight all the time, we also need social interaction."
"Really."
Everyone nodded slightly upon hearing General Sun's words.
Cao Fengqi nodded silently upon hearing this; it was indeed quite good.
"I think the third and fourth points can be excluded."
"If those with Transcendent Shelter and the top 5,000 strongest individuals from our Great Xia can reside in the Land of Dawn, then other regions will suffer from a severe shortage of powerful individuals to oversee them."
"In the event of encountering powerful evil spirits or beasts, it could cause enormous harm to ordinary people."
Old Xu spoke up, his voice resounding throughout the entire venue.
"It's impossible for all the strong to be concentrated in the Land of Dawn."
"We can establish a military base in each region and set up emergency response organizations to deal with evil spirits and beasts, such as the Night Watcher."
"We strong individuals can form a shift and take turns guarding the area."
More and more generals spoke up, offering their suggestions.
The generals discussed and talked amongst themselves.
This is a major event, and no one can make a decision unilaterally. Even the powerful Demon Capital does not want to offend other sanctuaries and act arbitrarily.
After all, there are still external enemies to deal with.
"Alright then, let's tentatively allow the Fourth Sequence powerhouses to reside within the Land of Dawn, and select 50 Fourth Sequence powerhouses to guard the coastal area. These 50 powerhouses will have the right to use 10,000 square meters of land, and each person guarding a two-kilometer radius should be a piece of cake."
"The remaining Fourth Sequence powerhouses are entitled to use two thousand square meters of land, but each powerhouse must take turns stationed at a military base to deal with emergencies."
After an hour of discussion, General Feng, who was in the chief seat, lowered his voice and said, "If there aren't many people who oppose this method, then we'll proceed with the decision."
Most people silently nodded in agreement with the final solution.
After so much discussion, even if there are differences in opinions, they aren't that significant.
"How then is it decided which 50 strongest individuals will guard the coastal line?"
A middle-aged general asked, his eyes gleaming.
"Everyone can register voluntarily."
General Feng to speak.
"Guarding the coastal line is actually quite a good job."
Lieutenant General Jiang, sitting next to Cao Fengqi, muttered something under his breath.
Although the ocean is teeming with unknown evil spirits and beasts, and there is a possibility that extremely terrifying beings may come ashore.
However, there are arcane detection towers along the coast that can detect situations up to 20 kilometers ahead.
If there were level 9 or 10 evil beasts, there would be plenty of time to call for reinforcements.
Secondly, by being stationed along the coastal line, there's no need to rotate to other locations.
Being stationed in other locations is like going to work; it involves being on duty at a military base outside Land of Dawn for a week, and then returning to Land of Dawn for a week of rest.
Of course, some people may enjoy being on duty and like the feeling of having power.
"It's really good."
Cao Fengqi nodded.
He has no interest in being sent to take turns overseeing other places.
Although going on duty allows you to explore the Lost Land, it's still more comfortable at home.
In addition, Cao Fengqi has two level 9 Vicious-Spined Witch Fish.
He could easily release the Vicious-Spined Witch Fish into the ocean; perhaps they could even hunt other evil fish and evolve there.
Furthermore, a life Dahai with spring flowers in bloom is the dream of countless people.
The Vicious-Spined Witch Fish guards the ocean, while the Bloody Scarecrow transforms them into tree-like forms on the shore.
With the addition of the Shadow Pistil Flower and the Mirage Rat setting up ample traps, this isn't guarding the coastline at all; it's pure enjoyment.
In addition, those guarding the coastline will be entitled to 10,000 square meters of land.
He could get the Xiao Family and Zhang Family to move in as well, since they've always been neighbors.
Even if it were just the old man and his family coming, 10,000 square meters would be enough for them to live in.
As for living conditions, it's even more comfortable. There are official teleportation arrays that allow you to instantly reach bustling residential areas.
"Forget about it. Our Great Xia will be building a large-scale Transcendent Arsenal near the edge of Land of Dawn. You are a national technician and will need to work at the factory."
Xu Zhenjiang turned his head and glanced at him, then spoke calmly.
"I've changed careers."
Cao Fengqi shook his head and said indifferently, "I have no interest in going to work."
"..."
"Change career?"
General Chen and General Song were in front of him, also turned their heads and looked at him with a hint of speechlessness. "Fengqi, with your talent in Artifact Refiner, we believe that you will be able to surpass General He Wushuang in no time. At that time, becoming the boss of the Great Xia Transcendent Arsenal will be very impressive."
"I don't want to be the boss of the Transcendent Arsenal, and... work is too tiring."
Cao Fengqi smiled and said, "I'm going to take charge of the coastal area."
"Being stationed along the coast isn't something you can just go to whenever you want."
Xu Zhenjiang glanced at the young man and said indifferently, "There are only fifty spots available; it's not your turn."
"What, is there more to this story?"
Cao Fengqi raised an eyebrow.
"There won't be any inside stories, but having 10,000 square meters of land along the coastline is something you have to understand. Many generals' families have large populations, and 2,000 square meters isn't enough for them to live in."
"Therefore, the competition for these 50 spots will be extremely fierce, and in the end, it should be decided by strength. Hehe, we can also take advantage of this opportunity to see the strength of the other powerful individuals from the Sanctuary."
General Song said with a smile.
"Should it be decided by ability?"
Cao Fengqi smiled broadly upon hearing this.