Martial Arts: Start with 100,000 Xiliang Cavalry

Chapter 242 The Power of Xuanwu
Su Yuan looked at the summoning list in the soldier talisman, unable to recover for a long time.

The number one on the list is his newly obtained summoned soldier—the holy beast Xuanwu.

Its appearance made Su Yuan feel like winning the lottery, no, this is much more enjoyable than winning the lottery!It was comparable to the feeling that he summoned a hundred thousand troops for the first time.

"Holy Beast Xuanwu, this should be considered a mythical creature, right? I don't know where it came from..."

Qinglong Baihu, Suzaku Xuanwu, these four sacred beasts are active in many ancient cultures and literary works.Su Yuan didn't know the specific source, so he couldn't judge the actual strength.

Just like the same Zhao Yun, Zhao Yun in the Romance, Zhao Yun in the official history, Zhao Yun in the Dynasty Warriors... There must be many differences.

However, since the word "Holy Beast" was mentioned in the introduction, and it was clearly stated that it was one of the mounts of the "Human Emperor", it was enough to prove the gold content of this Xuanwu.

Su Yuan wanted to verify it himself.

He didn't deal with official duties, and any official duties are not as important as the Xuanwu in the military talisman.

Considering that Xuanwu's size may be extremely large, summoning it on land may cause unknowable damage.So Su Yuan went to the ferry, boarded a small boat, and came to the surface of the sea.

On this endless sea, he used the soldier talisman and chose to summon.

A burst of incomparably dazzling light flickered on the surface of the sea, and immediately after that, Xuanwu's gigantic body emerged.

Its whole body is very huge, even if the seven or eight parrots add up, it is less than one-third of its size.Those four thick thighs, like the jade pillars supporting the palace in the palace, plunged deeply into the sea water.As soon as the house-sized gun was lifted, it brought a wave of rough waves.

Su Yuan was dumbfounded.

The next moment, the waves caused by Xuanwu's sudden appearance threw the boat high.

Su Yuanren was thrown into the air, but he didn't panic at all.

From the moment he summoned Xuanwu, he established a spiritual connection with the holy beast.

Moved by his mind, Xuanwu immediately used its solid back to catch Su Yuan, and let out a cry representing joy.

Su Yuan sat on Xuanwu's back, supported the turtle's back with his palms, tried to stand up and walk, and found that it was very stable, as if walking on flat ground.

Looking eastward at the morning glow rising from the sea level, he felt an infinitely high mood and couldn't help but smile on his face.

"With Xuanwu here, why should I take a boat! Haha."

Su Yuan laughed out loud. The stability of the turtle's back is so good that the body won't even sway when standing on it. It's much more comfortable than taking a boat.

Moreover, he alone only occupies a very small area of ​​the turtle's back... The entire turtle's back is as big as several basketball courts combined!
How many people can accommodate such a large area?A small army is more than enough.

Su Yuan was excited, and muttered: "This basalt alone, not mentioning its own combat power, just relying on this 'transportation ability' is enough to come in handy!"

But how can combat power not be mentioned?

Su Yuan has established a spiritual link with Xuanwu, and has already understood its ability.

As soon as he thought about it, Xuanwu immediately raised his chest, opened his mouth, and a shock wave that was difficult to discern with the naked eye erupted from his mouth!
Just hearing a loud noise from the "empty" ground, the next moment, the sea surface 30 meters away in front of him "boomed" a huge wave more than [-] meters high!

This is one of the powers of Xuanwu. It can launch air cannons from its mouth, and the power formed after compression is not inferior to a modern missile.

As Xuanwu, known for its "defense", the attack power is so good, let alone the defense ability?

Su Yuan could feel that every part of Xuanwu's body was extremely strong.In comparison, Yamata no Orochi, who was raging in the East Japan before, is completely a younger brother.

Yamata no Orochi's scales have a high defensive power, but Xuanwu's is at least ten times stronger than the former, and ordinary shells can't cause the slightest damage.

With this kind of abnormal defense power, you don't need to hit the enemy's fleet, just go up and hit them with your body, and you can smash them to pieces.

"This call is perfect!"

Su Yuan lay down on the back of the turtle, closed his eyes comfortably and enjoyed the moment.

The weakness of his navy had been completely reversed since the moment he summoned Xuanwu.

Now in comparison, his military strength on land is not as good as that on the sea.It is no problem for a Xuanwu to beat tens of thousands of troops.

That's not exactly accurate.

After Su Yuan's mind link, he knew that Xuanwu could also move on land.

It is "aquatic and dual-purpose", but compared to land, the ocean is more comfortable and beneficial to it.

After lying on Xuanwu's back for more than an hour, Su Yuan reluctantly went back.

With such a large creature, the Bei'an army would naturally notice it as soon as it approached the coast.

It doesn't matter if they summon soldiers, they can all recognize that this big tortoise is also a summon soldier.But those real soldiers, as well as the masters of the rivers and lakes stationed here, couldn't sit still.

After Su Yuan returned to the shore, the way these people looked at him was no different from looking at a god.

After all, only gods can control the kind of giant tortoise that only appears in mythology.

Compared with others, Admiral Qi Jiguang cares more about the actual combat effect of Xuanwu.

He found Su Yuan immediately and asked him about it.

Su Yuan also told him straightforwardly: "One Xuanwu can be worth hundreds of enemy ships."

This is what he said at least, based on the naval technology of this era, even if all the naval fleets are added together, Su Yuan doesn't think they will be the opponent of Xuanwu.

Xuanwu doesn't just rely on air cannons and defensive power. Its terrifyingly heavy body can create a big wave at any time if it wants to in the ocean.And this is undoubtedly a fatal threat to the fleet.

Qi Jiguang asked: "My lord, can it protect the person on its back?"

"It should be fine. Why do you ask this?"

"The subordinates think that if it can protect the people on their backs, then they will be much less worried about the monsoon."

As soon as Qi Jiguang said these words, Su Yuan suddenly showed a look of bewilderment.

"Oh! Really."

The reason why he didn't go to the south of the Yangtze River until winter was because of the monsoon climate.If you do not respect nature, once the fleet encounters a storm at sea, it is likely to cause huge losses.

Su Yuan didn't want to take this risk, he just wanted to be safe, so he delayed the time to go south.

However, the appearance of Xuanwu now changed this matter again.

As a holy beast of the sea, Xuanwu is not afraid of any storms. If it can protect the people on its back, then the date of expedition can be greatly advanced.

Or even start today.

Su Yuan also moved his mind now, and said: "Jiguang, you are right. If this is the case, then we can leave early."

First rely on Xuanwu to bring the main force there and lay a bridgehead, and then the fleet will be safer when they go there.

With the space on Xuanwu's back, it is not a problem to accommodate thousands of people.With Su Yuan at the head, plus some quack masters, and some special forces trained by Tanya...it's completely acceptable.

With this in mind, the two immediately discussed the detailed arrangements.

In the evening, Su Yuan made a decision to use the power of Xuanwu to implement the southward battle plan a week in advance.

Early the next morning, Su Yuan began to select the people who would take Xuanwu to go south.

After he disclosed the matter to his confidants, Zhao Yun, Li Yuanba, Tan Ya and others all asked to go together.Qi Jiguang took the initiative to say that he would go with the fleet in the latter batch.

Su Yuan did not choose to divide his troops this time, he brought Zhao Yun, Li Yuanba and other top innate experts with him.

The reason for this is also to deal with Jiayi.

The enemy of the Great Master Consummation is very difficult. Fortunately, now that Xuanwu is here, Su Yuan is not particularly worried.

Can a grand master be compared with an ancient holy beast?Su Yuan even felt that even a land god like Zhen Miao might not necessarily be Xuanwu's opponent.

Of course, this is limited to a battle to the death between the two sides.If the land gods don't want to fight and want to avoid fighting, then it will not be easy for Xuanwu to kill him.

Su Yuan also sent someone to inform Tang Ziyu that it must be too late for her to come back now.I can only wait to go with Qi Jiguang's boat.

Apart from generals, civil servants also planned to bring Xun Yu along.When they arrived in the south of the Yangtze River, Xun Yu would definitely need to handle many clerical tasks.

Su Yuan didn't want to bury his head in it anymore, he was just tired, and his work was not as good and efficient as Xun Yu's.It would be better to leave the professional work to a professional, and he should do what he is better at.

As for what Su Yuan is better at...

He himself can't say well, he probably just called regularly to make a decision.

In the evening, Lu Wuyou came to the mansion to look for Su Yuan, and said that Jin Shanyu had come again.

Su Yuan didn't see him, so he asked Lu Wuyou to meet him.Soon, Lu Wuyou came back and reported the details of the meeting with him.

"Jin Shanyu came here on behalf of Li Zongheng, and brought Li Zongheng's personal letter."

Su Yuan took the translated letter and read it again.

There is only one core content, that is please surrender.

In the letter, Li Zongheng was sincere. He first admitted his mistake, saying that he should not be obsessed with ghosts, contacted Xifeng Kingdom, and joined the international alliance established by it.

Then he said that he had expelled the envoys of Xifeng Kingdom from Xiali, and tore up the terms of joining the alliance.

Finally, he begged Su Yuan to forgive him and Xia Li.As long as the Bei'an army no longer harms their subjects, Xiali is willing to become a vassal state of Bei'an just like Dongwa.

After Su Yuan finished reading, he said to Lu Wuyou: "It seems that Jiguang's thunderous blow frightened Li Zongheng out of his wits."

"Exactly. General Qi broke through the city quickly, showing the strength of the Bei'an army to the fullest. It is impossible for Li Zongheng not to be afraid. With Xiali's geographical location, fighting against Bei'an is the only way to die."

"Didn't Li Zongheng say that he wanted to become a vassal state, then agree to him." Su Yuandao, "Send Bei'an Army to Xiali to disarm its local armed forces."

"My lord, do you want to carry out this matter after you finish fighting Jiangnan?"

"Well. You go and tell Jin Shanyu first that we plan to do this. Tell him to go back and tell Li Zongheng that if he can accept it, he can accept it. If he can't accept it..."

Su Yuan could understand what happened later without mentioning Lu Wuyou, so he nodded and left.Not long after, Zhou Shu came to his study.

Su Yuan saw her and pulled her to him.This gesture was slightly intimate, but neither side paid much attention to it.After staying together for a long time, although the two of them didn't break through the window paper, they both understood each other and had a tacit understanding with each other.

Zhou Shu held the military affairs forms that he had sorted out during the day, and handed them to Su Yuan: "Now many people in the local area want to join the army and become a part of the Bei'an Army. The local county officials want to ask for the opinion of the capital."

"Do you want to join the army?"

Su Yuan took over the military affairs form, which recorded the records of the officials of Jiangbei states on this matter.Including the number of people applying to join the army and the reasons.

Sitting next to Su Yuan, Zhou Shu leaned against the table, resting his chin on one hand, and explained in a relaxed manner: "Probably because the Bei'an Army has received good news. Many young people want to join the army and make contributions."

"Well. What's your opinion?"

"I think it's okay to let go of some recruitment. This is also a way out for the people. Some people just don't like farming, doing business, or studying, and prefer to use violence. Under the current Bei'an rule, those who can legally use violence, Only the yamen and the army." Zhou Shu said.

Su Yuan nodded: "Yes. It is true that some people are naturally hands-on, and if they are well guided, such people will be brave soldiers. If they go astray, they will become thugs and bandits."

"As for the legal way to use violence, we can actually promote martial arts and boxing gyms. Isn't this very popular in the south, but less in the north."

Zhou Shu asked: "Then you agreed to let go of local conscription?"

For a long time, the Bei'an Army has not actually expanded its recruitment much.This is related to Su Yuanneng's continuous summoning. As time goes by, he will only summon more and more soldiers.

In this case, it doesn't make much sense to recruit a large number of real soldiers.In particular, the silver of real soldiers is actually a big financial burden, and it is far less cost-effective than summoning soldiers.

But what Zhou Shu said was right, some people are naturally suitable to join the army, if they are really not allowed to join, if they hold back for a long time, maybe one day they will explode and affect public order.

Su Yuan thought for a moment, and agreed: "It can be released. But the collection conditions cannot be too low."

"I understand this." Zhou Shu said, "I know you don't want to conscript too many people."

Su Yuan nodded: "In fact, our current policy is good, but we have always been in a state of making ends meet, and we are consuming savings to subsidize the people. In terms of finance, Wuyou is also under pressure. If there is a large amount of military expenditure Expenses are even more troublesome."

Zhou Shu leaned on his chin, and his quiet face was full of thoughts: "I can't go on like this forever. I can only go in and out all the time. No matter how much money I save, there will be a day when it will be used up. By then, the people who are used to subsidies Are you afraid they will be dissatisfied?"

"Yes, people can live without it, but once they get used to it, they will become angry." Su Yuandao said, "So I have already planned to enter a new development cycle after taking down Jiangnan and unifying the country. .”

Zhou Shu didn't ask what the new development cycle was, but asked another question.

"This time to Jiangnan, will you take me there?"

"You want to go?"

"Yes. I heard that there are many beautiful people in Jiangnan, and I want to meet them too." Zhou Shu said with a light smile.

"Aren't you a beauty yourself, why do you have to look at other people?"

Zhou Shu and Su Yuan have stayed together for a long time, and they have been able to keep calm about his straight ball praise.

"Do you agree?"

"Agree." Su Yuan sighed, "Master Zhou of the Ministry of War has already spoken, how dare I not agree."

(End of this chapter)