Chapter 1320: Siege Killing Weapon

Tuomu Hai also thought it was strange.

Ye Liuyun had been a silent, unknown lowly soldier, but first he annihilated the Shadow organization, then halted the advance of their army, and cleared the treacherous details of their ambush.

Recently, the Foreign Tribe's massive army suffered another crushing defeat, and even the Taishang Huang of the Ninth Heaven Sovereign fell at Ye Liuyun's hands.

"What kind of person is this Ye Liuyun, then?"

Although Tuomu Hai has collected some information on Ye Liuyun, he still wants to meet him personally and see with his own eyes this Human Martial Cultivator who utterly defeated him.

After a while, Tuomu Hai began issuing orders.

"All forces, prepare for the final battle! In about five days, the Human Martial Cultivator army will arrive!"

All of the Foreign Tribe's armies have already massed at this last city. A million-strong force cannot be housed within the city; outside the walls their camps stretch for hundreds of li.

Tuomu Hai plans to fight the final battle here.

On Ye Liuyun's side it's the same; the imperial dynasty's massive army has prepared to employ all its resources.

The warship's Spirit Stone was refilled again.

And this time, all of them are on the battlefield.

Only Qin Peng and Zuo Mu's squads are holding the rear line for them. Qin Peng's fleet will also lend its full support when the time comes.

On Zhongyang Dalu, news that the Taishang Huang had defected to the Foreign Tribe had just begun to spread, and the news of his assassination quickly followed.

"Ye Liuyun actually took down the Taishang Huang of the Ninth Heaven Sovereign?"

"It is said that the Taishang Huang was eliminated by members of the Imperial Family!"

Because this matter involves the Imperial Family, everyone discusses it quietly in private, daring not to make a public spectacle of it.

After Emperor Xia vanished, he also ordered that mysterious person to return at once.

The newly formed allied army has now set out, heading to the Southern Region to establish a new defensive line.

Emperor Xia now feels sorrow over the Taishang Huang's affair, and anxiety because the Foreign Tribe is on the brink of annihilation.

Although Ye Liuyun now attributes the credit to the two princes, he knows very well that without him, the Central Region of Zhongyang Dalu would likely be overrun with Corpse Demons.

"How did they manage to do all this?"

Emperor Xia at this moment also marvels at Ye Liuyun's contribution to wiping out the Foreign Tribe, and his thoughts are quite similar to Tuomu Hai's.

The information he gathered on Ye Liuyun is even more detailed, so he understands Ye Liuyun's character even better.

Ye Liuyun has little interest in power. So as long as you don't offend him, you can get along with him.

Thus, if you interact properly, there's no need to worry about Ye Liuyun scheming behind the scenes.

Emperor Xia also confirmed in his heart one thing: "Ye Liuyun will certainly reach the Divine Realm in the future!"

Although he doesn't know how Ye Liuyun will get there, judging from Ye Liuyun's experiences and luck, he is the most hopeful candidate.

Consequently, he currently has no intention of plotting against Ye Liuyun.

Only a handful of people from Zhongyang Dalu can reach the Divine Realm, and once there, one's realm and strength receive terrifying advancement.

Offending such a person would undoubtedly sow a hidden danger for oneself.

At this moment, Ye Liuyun's impression of Emperor Xia has improved considerably.

After all, Emperor Xia sent his own personal guard to protect him and even killed the Taishang Huang. It is clear that Emperor Xia truly wishes to protect him.

These series of events are enough to remove some barriers between them and reduce suspicion.

Ye Liuyun was pondering these matters when he suddenly received a Transmission Voice from Qin Peng: "That Ghost Hand, the Artifact Refining Master, has come to see you several times, saying he has a method for besieging cities and insists on telling you in person…"

Ghost Hand has come looking for Ye Liuyun a few times these past two days, but Qin Peng has sent him away each time.

Ye Liuyun thought it over and still sent out Xuan Kong Shi to meet Ghost Hand.

After all, Ghost Hand is an Artifact Refining Master; perhaps he truly has a solution!

Ghost Hand indeed did not disappoint Ye Liuyun.

Upon meeting, he produced a treasure.

The treasure resembled a bug, but its size was enormous—several zhang tall.

"What is this?" Ye Liuyun asked Ghost Hand.

"This is a device I specially designed for siege attacks. It was meant for assaulting the Foreign Tribe's cities, but I never got a chance to use it." Ghost Hand gave a brief explanation, then began demonstrating to Ye Liuyun how to use the bug.

In the mouth of this mechanical bug is a conical, ribbed metal apparatus that continuously rotates, capable of drilling through city walls.

At the bug's antennae are two thick antennae that automatically extend and retract, able to strike city walls or gates.

Its dorsal armor is also very sturdy, able to resist various attacks.

Its flattened, round body has rows of antennae; even if buried under stones, it can easily crawl out.

These are definitely siege weapons!

Moreover, the Spirit Stones inside are already fully charged; they don't even need to replenish the Spirit Stones.

"You truly are a genius! There was no chance to use it before, and now it comes in handy." Ye Liuyun said after seeing it, continuously praising him.

Qin Peng, Zuo Mu and the other Leaders who saw it also could not stop praising it.

This made Ghost Hand, the Artifact Refining Master Ling Haokun, very proud.

"How long until the battle starts?" Ye Liuyun asked Qin Peng.

"There are three days left to arrive! Scouts reported back that the Foreign Tribe has also gathered, ready for the decisive battle." Qin Peng replied.

"Good! Take your time on the road and rest well. When you arrive, attack directly, giving them no chance to ambush! After the Foreign Tribe's army outside the city is eliminated, then bring out these mechanical armored bugs for the siege." Ye Liuyun instructed Qin Peng.

Qin Peng immediately informed the Fourth Prince and the Crown Prince, saying it was an order from Ye Liuyun.

He also specifically told them to wait for his support before the siege.

The Fourth Prince and the Crown Prince are now very obedient, immediately following Ye Liuyun's command: letting the soldiers rest en route and slow their pace. Upon arrival, they prepare to launch the battle directly.

Ye Liuyun said to Ghost Hand again: "I'll give you a chance; these mechanical armored bugs will be operated by you personally. Once you achieve this great feat, no one in the army will have any complaints about you!"

It was clear that Ye Liuyun was giving Ghost Hand an opportunity to earn a proper reputation.

Guishou also didn't expect Ye Liuyun to treat him so well; he was so moved he didn't know what to say, only able to repeatedly say thanks.

"When the time comes, you personally bring him over to assist him in besieving the city. Also give him a chance to prove himself!" Ye Liuyun instructed Qin Peng.

"Yes!" Qin Peng replied in agreement.

After seeing this mechanical armored beetle, he also marveled that Guishou was a genius in weapon forging.

Leaving aside Guishou's skill in weapon forging, just this idea and design alone left him with no choice but to be impressed.

Originally, he had taken a dislike to Guishou, but in his eyes, Guishou's image instantly changed.

He also finally understood why Ye Liuyun would keep around such a guy with a bad reputation.

"It's really the Prince who has foresight, knows people, and knows how to use them!" Qin Peng thought to himself.