Tyrant Sky Martial Soul

Chapter 1045: Chapter 1045: Modifying the Array Formation

”The battlefield really does forge a person. When I left the Imperial City, my cultivation level hadn’t yet reached the Seven Star Sky Realm, but now I’ve actually made a breakthrough.”

Meng Tong had also made a breakthrough.

”Alright, you go handle your own matters; I’ve got things to take care of too. We absolutely cannot let Northern Desert City be destroyed, otherwise, we’ll lose our base in the future.”

Ling Xiao was very clear in his heart that Northern Desert City was his most reliable base on the Divine Phoenix Continent, whether it was for revitalizing the Human Sacred Dynasty or for saving his own life. He couldn’t afford to lose it.

Once lost, he would have no way out.

Thus, next, he had to carefully consider the defensive formation of Northern Desert City and then pass the upgrade and modification plan to Ji Ning.

”Then young master, we will head back first. Please remember to notify us if you need anything. We are always your men first, and only then, subordinates of General Ji Ning.”

Qin Huo’s statement was quite meaningful and also an expression of loyalty to Ling Xiao.

Ling Xiao nodded, greatly reassured.

Watching the three leave, he began to modify the formation layout he remembered, conducting trials through the Eye of the World to ensure there were no issues before getting up to find Ji Ning.

When he found Ji Ning, he was discussing Northern Desert City’s defense strategy with a few commanders.

Under Ji Ning, there were four commanders in total.

They were the captain of the Heavenly Wolf Knights—Qin Huo;

The archery commander—Li Ruguang;

The infantry commander—Zhang Yu Fei;

The mech commander—Zhu Ge Ming.

Despite the limited troops in Northern Desert City, their roles were very clearly defined, including cavalry, archers, infantry, and even mechs.

The so-called mech troops were actually puppet soldiers from the Heavenly Dragon Continent.

This unit, although smallest in number, could control fighting puppets, and their combat effectiveness was not inferior to the other types of troops.

Including Qin Huo, these four were obviously fierce warriors who had experienced brutal battles, and one could sense from them the baptism of warfire, feeling that iron-blooded aura that ordinary people lacked.

Everyone knew Ji Ning was a General who constantly achieved victory, holding Northern Desert City and leaving the Black Crow Empire helpless.

However, they didn’t know that without these commanders under him, he might not be able to stand alone.

Qin Huo was the least experienced, but the other three had been following Ji Ning through countless battles north and south for over a decade.

Previously, the captain of the Heavenly Wolf Knights was Lu Chenlong, but later Lu was transferred to the Imperial City Camp, and that position had been empty until Qin Huo arrived.

”Ling Xiao, good timing. Let me introduce you; these are my commanders. You know Qin Huo, and the other three are the archery commander Li Ruguang, the infantry commander Zhang Yu Fei, and the mech commander Zhu Ge Ming.”

Seeing Ling Xiao come over, Ji Ning didn’t avoid continuing the discussion, instead inviting Ling Xiao into the council hall.

”Ling Xiao has met the four commanders.”

Ling Xiao greeted with a bow.

”Brother Ling once saved our general, so he is also our benefactor; there’s no need for formalities. However, today we are discussing major plans against the enemy. How about we talk another day?”

Zhu Ge Ming was obviously a very wise and cautious man.

He didn’t object to Ling Xiao’s presence and was even very grateful to him.

But this was a military meeting, and he felt it was somewhat inappropriate for Ling Xiao to join.

”Zhu Ge, you’re being a bit harsh. Just now, Brother Ling even got the general to provide our soldiers with over forty thousand pills, solving our urgent need.”

Zhang Yu Fei’s personality was somewhat similar to Meng Tong’s, but he was nuanced despite being blunt, feeling that Zhu Ge Ming’s words might have offended Ling Xiao, so he came forward to smooth things over.

”What has brought Brother Ling here this time?”

Li Ruguang simply asked directly.

In his view, if there was no urgent matter, it wasn’t good to waste time.

Although Ling Xiao was a benefactor of Ji Ning, now wasn’t the time for reminiscing.

Ji Ning smiled wryly and said to Ling Xiao, ”You see, these three guys, each one more eccentric than the last, sometimes they drive me crazy too, but they’re brave in battle, steadfastly loyal, and my best brothers!”

Ji Ning emphasized the word ”brothers” heavily.

It was clear he truly cherished these three people.

Ling Xiao smiled slightly and said, ”No worries, but I’m here on serious business this time, and it’s of great importance.”

”Oh? Come, come, sit down and talk!”

Ji Ning said with a smile.

Instead of sitting down, Ling Xiao walked up to the table, placed several drawings on it, and then said, ”Everyone, I inspected the city walls of Northern Desert City today and found serious issues with the defensive formations.”

”Brother, aren’t you exaggerating a bit?”

Zhu Ge Ming was displeased since those Array Formations and Magic Arrays were maintained by his people.

”Commander Zhu Ge, I won’t beat around the bush. These drawings are of Magic Arrays I’ve upgraded and improved. Just take a look, and you’ll understand what the issues are with the original formations.”

Ling Xiao knew his directness might offend people.

But it was an urgent time; the enemy’s forces were fast approaching, and there was no time to waste—he needed to solve these problems quickly.

Zhu Ge Ming wasn’t a stubborn person.

He began examining the drawings with a skeptical attitude.

Upon viewing the first sheet, his expression slightly changed.

Checking the second one, his hands began to tremble, his face showing a mix of tension and excitement.

By the third, he couldn’t contain his emotions any longer and knelt on the floor.

Facing Ling Xiao!

”Brother Ling, Zhu Ge Ming apologizes to you, and on behalf of over two hundred thousand soldiers and civilians of Northern Desert City, I thank you!”

Seeing Zhu Ge Ming’s actions, the others were somewhat perplexed.

”Commander Zhu Ge, there’s no need for such grand gestures; please, get up. I’m simply doing my duty.”

Ling Xiao hurriedly helped Zhu Ge Ming up, saying, ”You’re really giving me too much credit.”

”Zhu Ge, what’s going on?”

Zhang Yu Fei asked in surprise, ”Normally you kneel to no one but the Great General, even hiding when royal decrees arrive. Why are you kneeling to this young man today?”

”Old Zhang, you don’t understand. The design of these drawings is incredibly sophisticated; it’s awe-inspiring. If we upgrade the formations according to these plans, the defensive power will increase by at least two or three times, which could reduce casualties among soldiers and civilians substantially.”

Zhu Ge Ming knew the others didn’t understand Array Formations very well, so he simply explained the multiplier effect for clarity.

”But transforming these formations will require materials. The better the formation, the more materials needed. With time pressing, can we gather enough in time?”

Li Ruguang asked, furrowing his brow.

Zhu Ge Ming pondered and then said, ”The formations and Magic Arrays designed by Brother Ling will enhance the effects by two or three times, yet they use ordinary materials. This is the mark of a true master, an Array Master. Although it might be challenging to gather all the materials in two or three days, we can still gather most of them.”