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Chapter 2657 Hearing Thunder in Silence
Chapter 2657 Hearing Thunder in Silence
Du Shan immediately replied, "Yes."
Wan Qiliang goes without saying; for many years, he has been a valiant and loyal general under the Nine Nether Emperor. Sikong Yi, on the other hand, was a sea race leader personally subdued by the Nine Nether Emperor thirteen years ago. In the army, this race is known as the Green-skinned Water Ghosts. After coming ashore, their fish tails turn into legs, but they are much shorter and stronger than merfolk. They are also slower in the water and their magic is not as refined, but their strength is astonishing.
Most countries don't have navies, but Cangyan is different. Its maritime trade extends throughout the world, so it naturally needs a corresponding protective force. Otherwise, with powerful sea monsters and bandits running rampant, its fleets would frequently suffer losses.
Du Shan knew that the Emperor had summoned these two because the war he was planning would involve both land and water battles, with significant land warfare against the Bolang Kingdom. The Bolang Kingdom also had land warriors, not all of them aquatic, but this was not their forte.
When Bolang Kingdom launched its fourth military campaign against Wusong Kingdom, it was confident of victory—and indeed it was. Little did it expect that there would be other forces in the world that would dare to interfere.
Therefore, Cang Yan's actions this time were not to be taken lightly; failure was not an option.
This is merely the prelude to the Nine Nether Emperor's declaration of war against the Heavenly Demons; he must make a resounding victory.
Du Shan then asked, "When should we inform Wusong Kingdom?"
"No rush, let's wait until the army of Bolang is on our border." He Lingchuan already had a plan in mind. "Small and medium-sized countries are often fickle and opportunistic, so we shouldn't inform them in advance to avoid leaking military secrets."
"Yes." Du Shan took his leave.
As he walked through the Imperial Garden, he strode along, but before he could lift his leg, he tripped over a stone on the ground and stumbled.
He had walked through this garden countless times; he knew it better than the way home.
Du Shan simply stopped and took a deep breath.
The wind seemed particularly biting today, but the chill he inhaled couldn't extinguish the fire in his heart.
He patiently waited in Cangyan for over a decade, observing the changing fortunes outside, until finally the Emperor's attitude changed.
As the prime minister of Cangyan, how could he not know about the criticisms leveled against Cangyan by outsiders?
The Nine Nether Emperor unified the Golden Realm and ended a thousand-year division, which was indeed a great achievement.
But then?
Cangyan has been shouting the slogan of resisting the Heavenly Demon since the beginning of its nation, but has it taken any real action in the past ten years?
The Nine Nether Emperor himself did indeed do something astonishing, but what about the Cangyan Kingdom? It actually shut itself off and focused on managing its own affairs, turning a blind eye to the chaos in the hundred kingdoms. Even when Bega was ravaging the world under the orders of the Heavenly Demon, it remained indifferent, claiming to be self-disciplined and not involved in foreign affairs!
To the world, Cang Yan was even inferior to the Mu Kingdom in resisting the Heavenly Demons. While the Mu Kingdom rolled up its sleeves and got to work, Cang Yan was happily doing business with Bei Jia!
While other countries are suffering, it is making a fortune every day and is extremely wealthy.
Heh, heh heh, with such hypocrisy and empty talk, even if Cangyan is already a powerful nation, how many countries will respect and fear it?
Of course, the Cangyan court officials were well aware of the rumors circulating outside. They would occasionally be mentioned in court meetings, but the Nine Nether Emperor would always brush them aside.
Du Shan understood that rumors often had someone behind them, and that Tiangong and Beijia were not to be underestimated. The interactions between major powers were multi-dimensional, only the world was unaware of it.
However, the people of Cangyan had indeed been holding their breath for a long time, from high-ranking officials to the army.
It was the resentment of being scorned, and the restlessness of waiting for a mission.
Now, the Emperor has finally made his decision.
Du Shan was filled with excitement, for when the Nine Nether Emperor made a move, it was always a thunderous and devastating one.
The great ship Cang Yan is about to make a 180-degree turn, to challenge the most terrifying enemy in the sky and on the ground, and to wade through the most terrifying minefield in the world.
No one understands better than him the heavy burden Cang Yan is about to bear and the consequences the Emperor will have to bear.
Another momentous change affecting hundreds of millions of lives begins right now, on this ordinary day, and Du Shan is the only witness.
This is called hearing thunder in silence.
Du Shan wiped his eyes and exhaled a breath of stale air.
In this era of great strife, Cang Yan is finally about to enter the fray himself!
……
Inside the imperial study, He Lingchuan pondered for a moment, then summoned the Haoyuan Golden Mirror and tapped the ruby on the frame.
A moment later, a figure appeared on the mirror:
"Your Majesty!"
This is Bao Chihai; He Lingchuan is connected to the Panlong Secret Realm.
Bao Chihai is now the Night Wanderer of Panlong Ancient City, and He Lingchuan is the master of the secret realm, which is also his master, so he is extremely respectful.
He Lingchuan rested his chin on his hand: "Find the Earth Mother for me."
In no time, the little stone man's face filled the mirror:
What are you doing?
"Where are you?" Using the large square pot as a bridge to communicate through the Panlong Secret Realm is the easiest and cheapest way.
Da Fanghu had no choice but to tacitly allow him to take advantage of him like this.
"We've reached halfway across the Endless Sea," Mother Earth yawned lazily. "You suddenly called me; is there something else?"
The Soul-Capturing Mirror chuckled, "This Earth Mother, though you might call her a stone-headed person, is actually quite clever sometimes."
He Lingchuan was a little embarrassed, and touched his nose before saying, "I'd like to ask you for a favor, to stop by on your way."
Which way to go?
"Transport troops to Wusong Bay for me."
"Wusong Bay?" The Earth Mother pondered the location of Wusong Bay, then thought about the troop transport route, and suddenly exclaimed, "Wusong Bay is a bay seven thousand miles south of Beka! I have to go back to Julu Port to receive the troops first, and then transport them there by special trip! Hey, how is this on the way?"
"You're fast on your feet..."
The Earth Mother said unhappily, "When we signed the contract, it was agreed that you wouldn't summon me more than three times a year. This year, I've already made three trips for you!"
"I know, I know," He Lingchuan reassured it. "But this time it was truly an unexpected situation, and some opportunities are fleeting if you don't seize them."
"I'm tired," Mother Earth wanted to refuse. "I need a break."
It should have headed to a vacation destination for a deep relaxation of more than half a month.
After all these years of hard work, it is exhausted.
“In previous years, I have always kept my promise and never made such a request. But with the Heavenly Demon about to descend, many unexpected events have occurred.” He Lingchuan spoke softly, revealing deep helplessness. “Besides you, who can transport an army a thousand miles a day, there is no one else with such ability. See if you can make another trip, and I will pay you double the salary.”
The Soul-Capturing Mirror snorted: "It's as hard as stone. What if it says 'no'? We shouldn't have made the contract so lenient in the first place."
The Blood Demon scoffed, "You know nothing. The Earth Mother is one of the prerequisites for the success of this long-distance surprise attack. The Emperor was able to come up with this plan because he was certain that the Earth Mother would agree. You broken mirror, what do you know about being heartless or about human relationships?"