Done! Your Majesty is going to prostitute me for free!

Lu Xuanxin's words revealed deep worry. She looked at Li Dexian and Lin Xiaofeng, hoping that they could understand the seriousness of the situation.

However, Lin Xiaofeng looked at her with a smile and asked, "General Mod, do you know about the Hongfeng Basin?"

Lu Xuanxin shook her head, a trace of confusion flashed in her eyes: "I haven't been there, but I know that the Taifu Church rose from the west and has been expanding outward for hundreds of years. The Hongfeng Basin has always been the key point of the church. There are often rebel forces fighting for it, but the church always wins there."

Lin Xiaofeng nodded, his eyes gleaming with confidence: "The intelligence we received is roughly the same. However, why should we fear an ambush? If their army dares to come, how can our Jingjiang army be afraid of them!"

Li Dexian also gave an approving look. He looked at Lu Xuanxin as if giving her confidence.

However, Lu Xuanxin frowned slightly. She observed Lin Xiaofeng and felt that although he had battlefield experience, it did not seem to be rich enough. Compared with him, although she was young, her keen perception of the battlefield made her unable to ignore any possible danger.

She looked at Emperor Li Dexian and felt that he was an experienced commander in leading and organizing the army in an orderly manner. However, now he actually listened to the advice of a young man, which made her start to worry. Could it be that he was also blinded by victory?

Lu Xuanxin took a deep breath and decided to remind them again: "Your Majesty, I have something to say, but I don't know if I should say it. I guess they may have a million troops, and this is not empty talk! Your Majesty, do you know what a million troops means?"

Li Dexian scratched his head and looked at Lin Xiaofeng in confusion, as if asking for his opinion. Lin Xiaofeng also scratched his head, not seeming to care too much about the number.

"That's a million regular troops! There has never been such a powerful army on this land!" Lu Xuanxin almost roared. She looked at the two of them and felt a deep sense of powerlessness. "Although Jingjiang's firearms are powerful, the disparity in military strength is too great. How can we win in a head-on confrontation?"

Her voice echoed in the military tent, sounding so lonely and powerless. However, Li Dexian and Lin Xiaofeng were not shaken by her words.

Li Dexian looked at her and comforted her: "I also have a million troops in Jingjiang, don't worry."

"What?!" Lu Xuanxin was shocked. She stared at Li Dexian with wide eyes, as if she couldn't believe her ears.

"That's right. Jingjiang has a population of more than 50 million. With a little fundraising, we can easily raise an army of two million. You don't have to worry." Lin Xiaofeng added, his tone full of confidence.

Lu Xuanxin's eyes widened in astonishment, and it seemed as if she had grown a head of hair. She looked at the two men, and an inexplicable feeling of emotion welled up in her heart. She knew that her previous worries were unnecessary, and Jingjiang was much stronger than she had imagined.

"How many? A population of 50 million! The power of a country! And an army of 2 million?!" She exclaimed, completely losing her composure. At this moment, she finally understood Jingjiang's background and strength.

Lin Xiaofeng looked at her astonished expression and said with a smile: "It seems that the outside world still knows too little about our Jingjiang. In fact, our Jingjiang's territory is much larger than the six major dioceses."

Lu Xuanxin gradually regained her composure. She took a deep breath and asked, "Then why did His Majesty only bring 200,000 people?"

Li Dexian looked at her and pretended to be deep: "That's because the church is too weak."

Lu Xuanxin was speechless. She looked at the two men with respect and admiration in her heart. She knew that her previous worries were unnecessary, and Jingjiang's strength made her feel at ease.

However, she was still a little worried about her own safety: "Then...what if those of us who are watching the battle get dragged into the battle?"

Lin Xiaofeng laughed out loud. He raised his hand and patted Lu Xuanxin on the shoulder: "Since you are here to watch the battle, we in Jingjiang naturally don't want you to get hurt. So, I have made some arrangements."

After saying this, he went to a box beside the military tent and started searching. After a while, he took out several large scrolls. When he unfolded them, he saw the words "Battlefield Tour Group" written on them.

Lu Xuanxin couldn't help laughing when she saw the banner. She knew that her previous worries were unnecessary, as Jingjiang had already made sufficient preparations for them.

However, when she saw another white banner that read "I surrender, don't kill me," she couldn't help but ask, "What does this mean?"

Lin Xiaofeng took a look and said with a smile: "You don't need to worry about this. Bilingual is always safer. Take these things back and hold this flag high when you march with our army. You can go and get busy now. His Majesty and I have important things to discuss."

General Lu Xuanxin walked out of the military tent holding the banner, her heart filled with gratitude and respect. She knew that her trip to watch the war would be very safe and meaningful.

In the big tent, Li Dexian looked at Lu Xuanxin's departing back and said, "These foreigners are so short-sighted! Isn't there anyone who can unify so many small countries?"

Lin Xiaofeng smiled and said, "They in the West have their own national conditions. We don't need to meddle in their affairs. Besides, wouldn't it be better to disperse? This way we will have more opportunities and possibilities."

Li Dexian nodded: "Indeed, the rapid march is too exhausting. I plan to rest for a few more days before setting off again, and at the same time send more spies to investigate the situation in the Hongfeng Basin."

Although they are full of confidence in the upcoming battle, they still remain cautious and vigilant. They know that only by being fully prepared can they cope with all possible challenges.

"That's absolutely not the case!" Li Dexian's words were sonorous and powerful, with a firm light flashing in his eyes. He flatly denied it, "The more cautious they are, the less likely they are to split up their forces."

Li Dexian was wearing armor and standing in a large military tent, surrounded by a group of focused generals. His voice echoed in the silent space, and it seemed particularly loud. The map in front of him marked the complex battle lines and the deployment of both sides.

"Our army is now on a winning streak and has the help of firearms. Their small-scale harassment will definitely yield little results, and may not even stop our march. They will never do such a stupid thing." Li Dexian's tone revealed his disdain for the enemy, and also showed his confidence in his own army.

Lin Xiaofeng, who was standing by, had a calm face and deep eyes. He listened to Li Dexian's analysis quietly, and a look of doubt appeared on his face. He couldn't help but say, "Old Lin, sometimes I really think you are too cautious."

Hearing this, Lin Xiaofeng looked up at Li Dexian, with a strange look in his eyes. He did not refute immediately, but took a deep breath and said slowly: "Be cautious, isn't it good?"

It's not that he didn't want to act cautiously, but in the long river of history, there are many classic examples of the weak defeating the strong and using extraordinary strategies. He knew that if he couldn't win the first battle, the enemy would have the opportunity to grow rapidly on the battlefield and develop new tactics that could restrain firearms. Faced with a large number of enemy troops, they might fall into an unprecedented predicament.

Li Dexian shook his head and a helpless smile appeared on his face: "It's not bad to be cautious, but you think too much. Do you know what a million troops mean?" He looked up at Lin Xiaofeng, as if waiting for an answer.

Lin Xiaofeng frowned slightly, thought for a moment and said, "Numbers can explain everything." His voice was calm and firm, as if every word carried deep thoughts.

Li Dexian smiled and leaned back in his seat, a glimmer of memory flashing in his eyes: "When I was a child, I often pestered my father to listen to his stories about the battle between Jingjiang and Qianjiang. At that time, the battle was stalemate, and at the most intense time, Jingjiang had only a few hundred thousand troops available. Whenever my father talked about this, he always said that if he was given 500,000 troops, he wouldn't have to worry day and night and discuss detailed battle methods and tactics with the generals."

He paused, then continued: "Then what does it mean to change it to an army of one million? As long as the generals are not fools, they can divide their troops into dozens of groups and quickly attack a country." Li Dexian's words revealed his deep understanding and awe of the huge military force.

"If the rebels really have a million troops, in my opinion, they should have taken the initiative to attack the holy city before we arrived, recover the lost territory of the church, capture Feka, and seize our port. But they didn't do that, why?" Li Dexian frowned, as if trying to find the answer.

Lin Xiaofeng was also attracted by this question. After thinking for a moment, he asked, "Why?"

Li Dexian took a deep breath and analyzed carefully: "Perhaps they don't have generals to mobilize troops, or perhaps they don't have enough financial resources. It's not surprising that good generals are hard to find. The long-term conscription and strong control of various places have made the people unbearable. They can't afford the military expenses of a million troops for long, and the cost of marching is even more terrible."

He continued, "They are afraid of the power of firearms and dare not take the initiative to attack the holy city. Because if they fail to capture the city after a long siege, the entire army may collapse or even mutiny. So they must be waiting, and will go all out when they have no choice. I think they are very close to this point, but we arrived a little early."

Li Dexian's eyes flashed with a gleam of light. He pointed to the Hongfeng Basin on the map and said, "Hongfeng Basin is the best opportunity. They are familiar with the terrain and have the advantage of distance so they can deploy in advance. They have already sent more than a dozen waves of spies when our army advanced here, right?"

"Thirteen waves." Lin Xiaofeng added, his eyes revealing a keen insight into the enemy's situation.

"That's right!" Li Dexian slammed the table. "We have been investigating for so long, and it is time to act even if we are cautious. If we lose again, even the generals with plans will lose their morale. So in my opinion, they have reached their limit, and Hongfeng Basin is the best opportunity. They have a geographical advantage and have collected enough intelligence to catch us in one fell swoop without complicated troop command capabilities! Therefore, we will most likely fight them there!"

Lin Xiaofeng touched his chin, a trace of suspicion flashed in his eyes. He said in a deep voice: "Really?" Although he doubted Li Dexian's analysis, he had to admit this possibility in his heart.

Upon hearing this, Li Dexian smiled proudly and said, "Lao Lin, I may not be as good as you at making money, but when it comes to grasping the battle situation, you are not as good as me!" His voice revealed a strong self-confidence, as if everything was under his control.

"Don't even mention a small rebel! Even if my father is leading the troops on the other side, I can make him come back without a fight with my submachine gun!" Li Dexian's words were full of dominance and determination. He seemed to be eager to compete with the enemy and prove his strength.

However, Lin Xiaofeng was not moved by Li Dexian's bold words. He remained calm and cautious, and reminded: "Your Majesty, please be careful with your words..." His voice was low, but full of worry and concern. In this war-torn era, any rash words or actions could lead to unpredictable consequences.

At this moment, the Holy City was still as peaceful as usual. The sun shone through the clouds onto the ancient city walls, as if covering this historic city with a golden halo. Dogtail Grass, who was supposed to be in charge of the Holy City, had already moved the command center to the busy port. The daily management of the Holy City was handed over to the highly respected Master Wu.

There are five majestic ironclad ships anchored in the harbor, like giant beasts on the sea, quietly guarding this sea area. There are more than 60 warships drifting on the sea, with masts standing in rows and sails fluttering, forming a spectacular picture. The weather is calm and windless, but the sailors in the harbor are very busy. They are dressed in neat uniforms, holding various equipment and conducting intensive and orderly exercises.

Dogtail Grass sat in a makeshift public housing, holding a book in his hand and reading attentively. Behind him hung a huge offshore map, on which were marked various complex routes and strategic points. His eyes were deep and sharp, as if he could see through all the changes in the sea.

After a while, there was a knock on the door. The deputy came in with a steaming meal in his hand. He placed the food on the table of Gouweicaoer and said respectfully, "Sir, it's time to eat."

Dogtail Grass put down the book in his hand and nodded slightly to express his gratitude. He looked around at the sailors who were training and said with concern: "Well, let the brothers outside take a break and have a meal."

The adjutant responded and turned to leave. However, he seemed a little hesitant, and his steps were a little heavy. Dogtail Grass noticed his abnormality, looked up and asked, "What's wrong? Is there anything you want to say?"

The adjutant turned around, looked at Gouweicaoer, and said hesitantly: "Sir, I don't know whether I should say something." He showed a bit of embarrassment on his face, as if he was weighing the pros and cons. Gouweicaoer looked at him and smiled: "Well? Just say whatever you want to say. There are no outsiders here." His voice was gentle and kind, making people feel extremely relieved.

The adjutant took a deep breath and said with courage: "Many of our brothers came from Jingjiang and then trained here. They have nowhere to vent their energy... How long do we have to stay in this port before we can return to the Holy City?" His voice revealed his concern and worry for his brothers. The long-term drifting at sea and the hard training have made the soldiers exhausted, and they are eager to return home to reunite with their families.

Hearing this, Gouweicao said calmly: "I know what you are thinking. But even if you have nowhere to vent your energy, you have to endure it! You have to save your energy!" Although his voice was calm, it revealed an unquestionable majesty. He knew that as a soldier, he must always remain vigilant and combat-ready, and must not relax his vigilance because of temporary fatigue.

"Your Majesty and the Marquis ordered me to stop the enemy at this port before the expedition to prevent the church forces from attacking the holy city by sea. If Your Majesty doesn't come back, we can't retreat and have to continue training! If you really can't hold it anymore... just go find some fish." Dogtail Grass's words revealed his resolute execution of military orders and his deep concern for the soldiers. He hoped to motivate the soldiers to maintain their fighting spirit and stick to their posts in this way.

However, the adjutant sighed helplessly: "Ah... we still need to use fish..." He seemed not very satisfied with this method, but he had no choice. After all, military orders were like mountains, and they had to obey them.

Dogtail Grass looked at him with a frown: "Hmm? Do you have any better suggestions?" He was willing to listen to the soldiers' opinions in order to better adjust the strategy and tactics.

The adjutant hesitated for a moment and whispered, "No... What I want to say is that our warships are so powerful that we don't have to stop here and wait for the enemy. We can take turns to let the soldiers go back to the Holy City to recuperate. I think the mental state of many people is really..." His voice gradually faded, and he seemed a little afraid to continue. But the meaning was already very clear. He hoped that Gouweicaoer could consider the physical and mental health of the soldiers and arrange their rest time reasonably.

However, Gouweicao'er slammed the table and looked at him coldly: "Military orders are as heavy as a mountain! Moreover, His Majesty and the Marquis have repeatedly instructed you! If you say such things again, I will dismiss you!" His voice was stern and firm, revealing his strict discipline and loyalty to the mission. At this critical moment, any slackness or negligence could lead to serious consequences. He hoped to remind the adjutant and all the soldiers to stay vigilant and combat-ready at all times in this way.

The adjutant was frightened by the majesty of Gouweicaoer, and his heart tightened. He quickly saluted and left the public house. He knew that although his suggestion was well-intentioned, it violated military orders and strategic deployment. He had to obey orders and stick to his post.

After finishing the meal, Gouweicaoer pushed the plate to the corner of the table and waited for it to be cleared. He picked up the book and started reading again, as if what happened just now had not happened. He was reading a theory of naval warfare written by a foreigner. Although the foreigner's ships were not as good as before, their experience in naval warfare was still much richer than theirs. After all, the frequency of naval warfare was much higher than theirs, and the history was also longer. Although this book was a bit outdated, there were still many things worth learning from it. He hoped to improve his tactical level and command ability through continuous learning and practice, and be fully prepared for the upcoming naval battle.

When he was concentrating on reading, the door was suddenly pushed open. The adjutant turned back, his face full of panic and fear: "Sir! Our reconnaissance ship is back! The enemy ship is coming from the sea!" His voice was trembling and anxious, as if he had seen something terrible. This news was like a bolt from the blue in the ears of Gouweicaoer.

The response speed of the Jingjiang Navy was as fast as thunder. They maintained a high level of combat readiness all year round, like a group of lions waiting for their prey, ready to leap out at the first sign of the military order. When the military order was finally issued, a loud horn sounded in the port, like an exciting war song. The sailors moved at the sound, like precise machine parts, rushing to their respective combat positions in an orderly manner, and every action seemed so well-trained and decisive.

The first to move were the five towering ironclad ships in the harbor. Like sleeping beasts awakened, they slowly set sail, leaving the harbor and heading for unknown waters. In a short period of time, they were like tigers out of their cages, showing amazing speed and strength.

Five ironclad ships were sailing side by side on the sea, and the sound of their whistles was deafening, shaking the hearts of everyone present. The officers on the ships used flag signals to communicate with other ships on the sea. Their actions were quick and accurate, as if they were racing against time. On the sea, eighty ships followed closely behind them, adjusting their courses in an orderly manner and forming a battle formation in a uniform manner, like an impeccable marine army.

Dogtail Grass stood at the bow of the Wide Silence, her brows furrowed, her eyes staring ahead. Her eyes revealed a kind of determination and courage, as if no matter how many difficulties and obstacles there were ahead, they could not stop her from moving forward. Several sailors who had returned from the reconnaissance ship pointed out the direction beside her, and they spoke eloquently and reported to her the situation they had discovered.

The ironclad ships sailed out of the port like a flash of lightning, quickly surpassing the other warships and rushing to the front. The eighty warships followed closely behind, breaking through the waves in a triangular formation. On the vast ocean, this huge fleet of 150 warships showed a magnificent momentum. Each ship seemed to be a powerful chess piece, cleverly arranged on the chessboard, ready to launch a fatal attack on the enemy at any time.

Yu Bo, the general on the main ship, stood at the bow, looking far into the distance, his passion surging with the sound of the waves. He had followed the emperor to sea and fought all over the world since he was young, and climbed up step by step to his current position. He witnessed the rise and development of this invincible fleet, from nothing to something, from weak to strong. It takes a thousand days to raise an army and only a moment to use it. Today is finally the time for them to make achievements for the emperor and become famous!

This huge fleet was equipped with up to 2,500 divine punishment weapons and various ships, including 30 four-masted ships, 50 armed merchant ships, 15 light sailing ships, 6 medium ships, and 6 long ships. The entire fleet had nearly 10,000 sailors and more than 20,000 army soldiers, not counting other supply and maintenance personnel. Such a naval force is unparalleled and invincible! Even if they found the reconnaissance ship of the Holy City, they were not in a hurry to pursue it, because they knew that an easy victory was just around the corner, and they had plenty of patience and time to wait for the enemy to fall into their trap.

After sailing for half a day, Yu Bo still stood on the bow deck for a long time, staring silently at the sea ahead, as if expecting something. Suddenly, the enemy ship appeared in front of him. He smiled confidently and raised his hand to order: "Prepare chain bombs! Prepare to fight!" The ships quickly communicated with each other using flags, and the soldiers also took action. The whole fleet was filled with a tense atmosphere of an imminent battle.

Chain bullets are a special type of ammunition. They are composed of two small shells connected by a chain in the middle, and the caliber is slightly smaller than the barrel. After firing, one shell will drag the other shell out in a centrifugal manner, which can destroy the enemy's sails and even masts, making the enemy lose its maneuverability. This chain bullet tactic was explored by the military through long-term training. It is extremely efficient and unknown to the outside world, so it often achieves unexpected results in battle. Since the enemy knows nothing about chain bullets, they will inevitably fall into a disadvantage in the confrontation.

The fleets of both sides moved towards each other in tacit understanding like a torrent on the sea. Obviously, Gouweicao'er also observed the situation of the enemy. Such a large fleet made her feel nervous. There were too many! She had never seen such a large fleet, and the other side was equipped with a large number of artillery. This force was enough to sail unimpeded on the sea, which was really shocking. However, the ironclad ship under her feet gave her a lot of security. Although the actual combat effect of the ironclad ship is still unknown, according to Lin Xiaofeng, its defense is amazing. She didn't know how strong the defense of this ship was, but the firearms equipped on this ship would definitely terrify the enemy.

In this huge fleet, each ship was equipped with a hundred cannons, and there were gun turrets on the deck that could rotate 360 ​​degrees to fire. The spectacular sight of full firepower was shocking. The distance between the two sides was getting closer and closer, and Dogtail Grass's nerves were also tense. She raised her hand and decisively ordered: "The gun turrets prepare chain shells, and other naval guns replace them with shrapnel shells. The left and right wing fleets will go around and outflank."

Yu Bo couldn't help laughing when he heard the order. He picked up the telescope and observed the enemy's fleet. At first glance, the scale of the fleet was magnificent, half the size of his own fleet, which surprised him. However, this was only half the size of his own fleet. With such a huge gap between the two sides, how could the enemy win?

However, when he looked carefully again, he could not help but frown. He asked his deputy beside him: "Where are their sails? Why don't the main ships in front have sails?" The deputy also picked up the telescope, observed attentively, and murmured: "There are indeed no sails. And the ship opposite seems to be very big! There is smoke coming out of the chimney, General! Their ship seems to be on fire."

After hearing this, Yu Bo felt absurd. Could it be that the enemy's ship caught fire before the battle? He quickly picked up the telescope again and observed carefully. After a few minutes, he felt a little uneasy. It was not a fire, but smoke coming out of the chimney! But why are there such big chimneys on the ship? And where are their masts and sails? How can a ship without sails move so quickly? Obviously, the other ships looked normal, only these five ships looked weird.

A strong sense of uneasiness rose in Yu Bo's heart. Perhaps, it was a new type of warship that they had never seen before! Faced with such an unexpected change, they could not attack blindly. This battle could not afford to lose! He immediately ordered: "The main warship slows down and avoids the side, do not collide with the enemy head-on! All other ships, turn around and surround them!"

Both sides began to change their formations at the same time. From a distance, they both looked like they were pincers. The distance between the two formations was less than a kilometer! Yu Bo's face was filled with shock. What shocked him was not anything else, but the five abnormal warships! They were too big! They were even bigger than their largest main warship. More importantly, they could sail at high speed without sails. Their momentum of cutting through the waves was far beyond their reach. Moreover, these five ships were surpassing the warships behind them and actively charging into their formation! What a hell!

Several soldiers beside him also seemed a little flustered. Yu Bo immediately said: "Don't be afraid! They only have five main ships. We still have an absolute advantage. Wait for the enemy warships to enter the range and immediately launch chain bombs!" The five ironclad ships rushed into the enemy formation at full speed. In the process, they did not forget to change the formation. The warships that were originally moving forward in a V-shaped formation changed into a formation with the head and tail connected and the front and back following each other. Like a quick arrow, it shot into the enemy formation!
Yu Bo was shocked to see this scene. What on earth were they doing? They actually left the main force and took the initiative to attack and fall into a trap? "Raise the flag quickly and order the left and right to encircle the five ships! Sink them." Yu Bo gave an urgent order. In the blink of an eye, both sides had entered the range of the guns of the Jingjiang ship. "Fire!" Gouweicaoer gave the order with a tense face. When the bows of the enemy and ours stood facing each other, the rotating turret on the ironclad ship fired the first shot. With a deafening sound of the cannon, two shells tied with iron chains circled and rushed forward in the air. Under Yu Bo's horrified eyes, the mast of a long ship was smashed to pieces.

Chain bullets? On the rough sea, Yu Bo, the commander of the Jingjiang fleet, stood on the deck of the flagship, staring at the warship in the distance with a sharp gaze. On the warship, the chain bullets were like meteors streaking through the sky, shining brightly, which made Yu Bo suspicious. He already knew the reputation of the Jingjiang Divine Punishment, but how could the chain bullet, a craftsman's painstaking effort and original skill, be easily mastered by others?

Yu Bo's heart was filled with ripples. He was wearing heavy armor, with the Jingjiang flag fluttering behind him, but at this moment he felt an unprecedented chill. He secretly wondered if there was a traitor in the army who leaked the secrets? Or was the enemy cunning and stole their secrets?
Yu Bo took a deep breath and tried to calm his inner turmoil. As the commander of the Jingjiang Fleet, he could not lose his composure at this moment. He shouted loudly: "Order the flanks to advance quickly, quickly encircle and sink it!" The voice echoed on the sea, like thunder, shaking everyone's heart.

Upon hearing the order, the flag officer immediately waved the flag. The flag fluttered in the wind, as fast as a storm. The fleets on the left and right wings turned like cheetahs, with the ironclad ships as the backbone, and quickly approached. On the deck and in the cabin, the gunners had already been ready, with their eyes sharp, waiting for the right shooting position.

The five ironclad ships were like five fortresses at sea, firmly surrounding the church warship. Although the church warship was accompanied by more than 30 warships, under the deterrence of the ironclad ships, it gradually formed an encirclement. Yu Bo looked at the gradually tightening encirclement, and his heart was excited.

At this moment, Yu Bo's deputy general, Gouweicao'er, stood beside him, his eyes flashing with determination. He gritted his teeth and whispered, "General, the enemy is very strong. We must use ironclad ships to break their formation and weaken their spirit, only then can we hope to win."

Yu Bo nodded, but his heart was surging. He knew that if he wanted to achieve the greatest results, he had to be patient. At this moment, he relied on the super defense and firepower of the ironclad ship. He looked at the church warship in the distance and swore in his heart: no matter what the cost, this enemy must be annihilated here!
The soldiers on the church warships were all dumbfounded when they saw Yu Bo's ironclad ships surrounding them. They probably never thought that one day they would face such a powerful enemy. Looking closer, the ironclad ships were much taller than them. Although the divine punishment cannons were powerful, they could only hit the hull. What was even more terrifying was that the hull was densely covered with muzzles, and the deep muzzles were filled with murderous aura, as if they would erupt with deadly flames at any time.

However, under the defense of the ironclad ship, the church warship's artillery fire was like a tickle, leaving only slight scars on the ironclad ship. Yu Bo waved his sword angrily and roared: "How can this be possible?!"

Before the church fleet could attack again, the Jingjiang fleet's shells had already arrived. The shells penetrated the hull and exploded violently, with screams and wood chips flying everywhere. The two sides of the ironclad ship were as bright as fireworks, and the warships on the left and right exploded one after another. The rotating turrets on the deck waited for an opportunity to replenish the fire, and the warships of the Jingjiang fleet seemed so vulnerable in front of the ironclad ship.

However, the counterattack of the Jingjiang Fleet was weak and powerless. Facing the ironclad ship's solid defense and powerful firepower, their artillery fire was like scratching an itch, leaving only slight scars on the enemy ship. Yu Bo roared angrily: "Increase the artillery fire! We must sink this ironclad ship!"

Amid the roar of gunfire, the morale of the Jingjiang fleet gradually rose. However, the five ironclad ships were like fierce beasts on the sea, charging forward and no one could stop them. Yu Bo looked at the huge waves left by the ironclad ships on the sea, and his heart was filled with fear and despair.

Ten minutes later, ten church warships had sunk to the bottom of the sea. The huge masts and sails had fallen into the sea, and the hulls had sunk into the water, like standing dead trees. There were corpses floating on the water, calling for help, but the waves rolled them into the water again as the ironclad ships passed by. Yu Bo looked at the tragic scenes in front of him, and a feeling of sadness surged in his heart.

However, he knew that he could not give up. He looked up at the sky, which was covered with dark clouds, and seemed to indicate that a bigger storm was coming. He took a deep breath and shouted loudly: "Prepare to meet the enemy!"

As his order fell, fierce gunfire broke out again on the sea. The Jingjiang Fleet and the Church Fleet fought a desperate battle. The gunfire was continuous, the smoke was filled, and the entire sea was shrouded in a sea of ​​fire. However, in this sea of ​​fire, the five ironclad ships stood firm like invincible gods of war.

Yu Bo's heart was filled with fear and despair, but he knew he could not retreat. He had to lead his fleet to a decisive battle with this invincible enemy! In this life-and-death battle, he would do his best to fight the enemy to the end!

Li Dexian rode a tall black warhorse, which was black all over with four white hooves, looking majestic. He whipped the horse and galloped along at lightning speed, with the pride and confidence on his face shining like the sun, as if everything was under control. He turned his head to look at Lin Xiaofeng who was riding side by side with him, and a smile appeared on the corner of his mouth.

"Old Lin," he said, his voice revealing an indescribable excitement, "We have been riding horses for the past few days. What do you think of the scenery in the places we passed? Did you see anything special?"

Lin Xiaofeng touched his chin, a trace of confusion flashed in his eyes. He looked around and saw rolling hills, lush trees, and the winding river in the distance. Everything seemed so peaceful and beautiful. However, he could not see the "doorway" that Li Dexian mentioned.

"Tips?" He frowned. "Isn't scenery just scenery? What tricks can you find in it?"

Li Dexian smiled slightly when he heard this. He raised the whip in his hand and pointed to the towering mountain in the distance: "Look carefully at that mountain."

Lin Xiaofeng looked in the direction he pointed, and saw the mountain towering, surrounded by clouds and mist, as if reaching straight to the sky. However, he still couldn't see anything special.

"Mountains? Aren't all mountains the same? What's so good about them?" he asked in confusion.

Li Dexian shook his head, a hint of disappointment flashed in his eyes. He sighed: "Old Lin, you are a smart man, why didn't you see it this time?"

After saying that, he pointed to the mountain again and said, "Look at the trees on that mountain. Aren't they much sparser than those in other places?"

Lin Xiaofeng took a closer look and found that there were indeed fewer trees on that mountain than on other mountains, and some places were even bare. He seemed to understand something.

"Yeah...that's true." He nodded. "I remember the Red Peak Basin we passed by a few days ago. The mountains there were also bare, with almost no big trees to be seen."

Li Dexian nodded, with a hint of appreciation in his eyes: "Yes, that's the problem. Think about it, why are the trees here cut down so severely?"

Lin Xiaofeng pondered for a moment, and suddenly realized: "Your Majesty, you mean that these woods may be used to build ships?"

"That's right," Li Dexian said affirmatively. "Although this place is still far from Sangak, the timber has been cut down so severely. I think they must be preparing a large-scale fleet. If they bypass our defense line and attack the holy city, we will be in trouble."

At this point, he couldn't help but sigh and continued, "We must be prepared. When we return, I will order all the warships to be replaced with ironclad ships to strengthen the defense." (End of this chapter)