Chapter 595

“I really couldn’t imagine Ai Hui would choose to assault the enemy encampment at that point in time . Even now, when I think about it, I still can’t believe the Sword of Lightning assaulted the encampment of the God Wolf Division and the Silver Frost Division . I have to admit that my mind was blank at the instant he charged the encampment . I feel really ashamed . All along, I felt that I was braver than anyone else, but now I know that I am a coward deep down . Before we charged into the enemy encampment, I still did not understand why Ai Hui became the leader of the Central Pine Faction . Now, I think I know why . One is always willing to follow a person who can bring confidence and courage to everyone in a hopeless situation . “

The writing brush in Tong Gui’s hand stopped in its tracks . He was in somewhat of a daze . He was writing this letter to An Chouchou . After a while, he returned to his senses and continued writing the letter .

“The Pinwheel Sword is a miraculous masterpiece . It has peerless speed and terrifying offensive capabilities . The only thing that limits it is the position of sword operator . I heard that one needs talent and a unique training system to become a sword operator . Even so, the profession of sword operator has potential and a bright future . The skies of the future belong to the Pinwheel Sword . The combat tactics of the sword pagodas will also redefine the combat styles of elementalists . “

“A bunch of second-rate swordsmen were able to unleash a first-rate attack . Even Karakorum Polaris was surprised . I named the Central Pine Valley’s unique combat style as the Pagoda Style . Pagoda cannons and sword pagodas follow this style . Ai Hui has found the answer to the question of how to use a group of low-level elementalists on the battlefield . The Pagoda Style is innovative and defies conventional battle stratagems .

“It will even affect the training methods of elementalists in the future . The need for individual technique and absolute arts will reduce gradually . There will be a greater need for elementalists to have compatibility, synchronization, and endurance . This is the beginning of a new era . It’s my honor to be able to witness and participate in this mission . Newlight City must increase it research on Pagoda Style military strategies . You have an acute foresight . I believe you have already understood what I am saying, and there’s no need for me to give you more details . “

Tong Gui’s writing brush stopped in its tracks again . Countless thoughts appeared in his mind . He sighed with sorrow, but felt hopeful and optimistic .

“Logically speaking, the strength of both sides did not change much . The enemy’s strength still far surpasses ours . Even so, our side is filled with optimism and fighting spirit . Compared to the dead atmosphere of the past, even though our sky is still covered by dark clouds, we can now see a silver lining . This silver lining is not enough to illuminate the path in front of us, but it’s enough to motivate everyone .

“Everyone has begun to believe that Ai Hui’s arrival will bring some changes to the current situation . “

“Even though victories are not guaranteed, no one is scared of fighting blood elementalists anymore . “

Tong Gui carefully sealed up the letter and instructed someone to send it to Newlight City .

When he walked out of his tent, he saw a group of people surrounding Ke Ning . They were listening attentively to Ke Ning’s narration of the Sword of Lightning’s raid at the enemy encampment . This incident had become the hottest discussion topic of the entire defensive line .

Initially, no one believed it . Fortunately, there were many witnesses . When everyone discovered that it was true, the whole Pagoda Cannon Alliance exploded .

Due to this incident, the number of elementalists who joined the Pagoda Cannon Alliance increased significantly .

When Ke Ning discovered this trend, he exaggerated the incident without restraint and recruited a huge number of elementalists .

Along the way, there were people occasionally greeting Tong Gui, and he returned their greetings . As he walked through the encampment, he could sense the obvious change in atmosphere . Previously, the encampment had a lifeless atmosphere that was rife with pessimism . Nowadays, he would see burly and tough men smile with exultation, looking as if they had excess energy .

“Good job! We have to let those blood elementalists know that we are not a bunch of weaklings!”

“It’s a pity I didn’t go along . If I could have seen it with my own eyes, I would die with no regrets!”

“Sir Ai Hui might really be able to overturn the situation . “

“Sir is a true man! Unparalleled courage!”

Upon hearing these words, Tong Gui could not help but smile .

However, when his smile disappeared, he scolded them, “What are all of you doing here? The Pagoda Cannon Alliance doesn’t need useless people . The blood elementalists are coming and all of you are still slacking here? Go and train now!”

Everyone scurried away in panic . Even Ke Ning had a look of embarrassment on his face .

Tong Gui strode forward and bowed solemnly, “Sir Ke Ning, time is precious, and the enemies might arrive at any moment . We need to speed up the training process and make sure everyone is accustomed to using the pagoda cannons . “

In terms of strength and experience, Tong Gui far surpassed Ke Ning . However, since Ai Hui assigned him and Yu Jin to assist Ke Ning, he could not complain about anything and considered himself as the subordinate of Ke Ning .

Ke Ning broke into an embarrassed smile . Just as he was about to say something, a blacksmith walked over and asked, “Who is Ke Ning?”

“I am,” Ke Ning replied .

“12 Beehive Heavy Cannons . Please sign the receipt,” the blacksmith said .

In an instant, Ke Ning’s embarrassment disappeared . He asked joyfully, “Where are the Beehive Heavy Cannons?”

When Ke Ning saw the 12 Beehive Heavy Cannons, he almost drooled . Previously, the forging process of the Beehive Heavy Cannons had encountered a hitch . After the arrival of Li Houtang, the problem was solved . Furthermore, because of the team of blacksmiths led by Blind He, the production speed of the Beehive Heavy Cannons began to increase .

The newly-produced Beehive Heavy Cannons needed to be supplied to the Spear of Heavy Cloud first . The Spear of Heavy Cloud’s defensive line was closer to the enemy, and the pressure they faced was larger . Therefore, they needed the Beehive Heavy Cannons more urgently .

The daily training sessions of the Pagoda Cannon Alliance involved training with the pagoda cannons that were phased out by the Spear of Heavy Cloud .

This was also why Ke Ning only now saw the Beehive Heavy Cannons .

The thick bodies of the heavy cannons were bright-red in color . They looked unusually eye-catching and were filled with an aura of might .

“Blind He has made some modifications to the Beehive Heavy Cannons . The length of the barrel was reduced, the amount of snow lava that can be delivered was increased . and the capacity of the fire reservoir has been augmented . Overall, its power has been boosted . This is the first batch of Beehive Heavy Cannons, and they will be replenished in the future . I am here to to build the fire reservoirs . Where should we set up the pagoda cannons?”

Ke Ning returned to his senses and quickly replied, “I will go and ask Sir . “

He did not know Ai Hui’s exact plan . Where the pagoda cannons were set up was directly linked to their next battle . He did not know what Ai Hui’s arrangements were for the alliance for the next battle . As such, he did not dare to make decisions for such matters .

“Ouch!”

Ai Hui’s scream could be heard even from the tent next to his .

After Lou Lan examined Ai Hui, he said, “Ai Hui, you have to be more careful next time . Now, the elemental soup is no longer effective for you . Luckily, your body possesses the life force from the Vitality Branches . Otherwise, you would be in danger . “

Ai Hui laid on the bed and whispered, “Next time? Is there still a next time? Since I have done my best, the rest is up to them . Lou Lan, help me up and bring me out to bask in the sunlight . Lying on this bed makes me feel like I am becoming moldy . “

“No problem, Ai Hui,” Lou Lan nodded his head and yelled cheerfully .

With a bang, Lou Lan transformed into a ball of soft sand and carried Ai Hui out of his tent .

When Ai Hui left his tent, the dazzling sunlight caused him to squint his eyes . Compared to the tent, he preferred to be under the sun . Lou Lan moved very carefully . He placed Ai Hui in a comfortable position before leaving to do his work .

The warm and cozy sunlight shone on Ai Hui’s body . It was a form of pleasure for him .

Previously, after they had returned to their encampment, he looked as if he was going to collapse after he stepped out of the sword pagoda . During the raid on the enemy encampment, he was overly focused and forgot about his condition . Why did he regret acting like a hero only when he was at his last breath?

Sigh, one has to think before acting…

Drowsiness crept over Ai Hui .

“Sir! Sir!”

Ke Ning’s voice disrupted Ai Hui’s nap . He could not help but open his eyes and ask,” What’s wrong now?”

Ke Ning arrived beside Ai Hui like a gust of wind . With a fawning look on his face, he said, “Sir, the Beehive Heavy Cannons have arrived . Where should we deploy them?”

The Sword of Lightning’s raid on the enemy encampment had completely changed Ke Ning’s impression of Ai Hui . In the past, Ke Ning was the one who badmouthed Ai Hui the most behind his back . Ke Ning used to yearn to return to the Spear of Heavy Cloud day and night because he had not wanted to join this bullsh*t Pagoda Cannon Alliance .

In contrast, he worshipped Ai Hui nowadays, and his loyalty was unswerving . Whatever Ai Hui said was definitely right!

Ai Hui’s insane actions and the miraculous battle had established a divine position in Ke Ning’s heart .

Some people might ask, wasn’t it just a raid? What? Was that a joke? Had anyone done it before? Who could do it? No, no one could do it . Other people wouldn’t even think about it . Initially, Ke Ning thought Ai Hui was crazy and felt he was going to die . Subsequently, he was so nervous that his mind blanked . Eventually, after leaving the enemy encampment safe and sound, he felt incredulous, fearful, and emotional .

Ke Ning behaved respectfully toward the sick and lazy-looking mummy in front of him, like how a student faced his teacher .

“Oh, the Beehive Heavy Cannons,” Ai Hui casually replied, feeling slightly sleepy .

Ke Ning nodded his head and said, “Yes, Sir . Once the Beehive Heavy Cannons are set up, it will be very hard for us to move them again in the future . Should we decide on the defensive positions first before we set them up?”

“Just set them up anywhere you want and train with them first . Given the Pagoda Cannon Alliance’s current level, none of you can go to the front line yet,” Ai Hui replied lazily .

With his face flushed in embarrassment, Ke Ning said, “I’m sorry for not doing a good job . I will definitely supervise and urge everyone to train with the pagoda cannons . “

If it had been in the past, he would think that Ai Hui was intentionally nitpicking and trying to shirk responsibility . However, he now believed in everything Ai Hui said . He felt that he, himself, never really did a good job . He was determined to properly train the Pagoda Cannon Alliance and not implicate Ai Hui .

Ai Hui acknowledged him and continued, “Don’t scrimp on the snow lava . Train as though you’re in a real battle . “

“Yes! Subordinate will not let Sir down!” Ke Ning said solemnly .

After finishing this sentence, Ke Ning left with his head held high .

Ai Hui was stunned by Ke Ning’s behavior, staring blanking as Ke Ning left . He did not know what had happened to this fellow . It looked as if he had become another person .

“The morale of an army is important,” Xiao Shan appeared out of nowhere beside him and said plainly .

Ai Hui returned to his senses . All this time, he was annoyed by Xiao Shan’s mysterious behavior and the know-it-all look on his face . He curled his lips and retorted, “We must have a practical solution . What’s the point of solely depending on morale?”

“That’s true,” Xiao Shan nodded his head .

Then, he turned around and walked away .

Ai Hui was stunned . He… he walked away just like that? What kind of reaction was this? Why didn’t you ask me what solution I have come up with?”

Suddenly, a mournful alarm echoed through the encampment .

Ai Hui sat up straight and looked at the defensive line near the metal wind curtain .

The most brutal battle was about to begin .