NOVEL WEB Chapter 71
That’s an army of 800,000, with 5 Innates!
The combined strength of this force could threaten a dynasty; it could even destroy a great nation!
And you’re saying…
It’s easy to fight?
“Indeed, it’s easy to fight!”
Lin Beifan spoke up: “I know an Innate master, and we can ask for his assistance when the time comes.”
“Are you referring to… that woman in black?” the Grand General asked.
Everyone present knew about Yaoyao. She was a very young girl with formidable strength and a significant background.
Originally, she came to kill Lin Beifan, but after being swayed by his words, she became his friend.
She helped Lin Beifan and the Xia Kingdom resolve many difficult issues.Lin Beifan shook his head: “Not her. She’s been occupied with something recently and can’t come. I’m talking about someone else!”
“You actually have other Innate friends that you know?” Chai Yuxin was astonished.
Everyone involuntarily turned their gaze towards Liu Eunuch.
Usually, it was Liu Eunuch who served Lin Beifan, so he should know.
Unexpectedly, Liu Eunuch shook his head awkwardly, indicating his ignorance.
He was also very puzzled; he was almost always with His Majesty for 12 hours a day, when did he make a new friend?
“Who is this Innate friend of yours, what is his name?” Chai Yuxin asked.
Lin Beifan shook his head: “His identity and background are quite mysterious, and cannot be revealed, so I cannot tell you! In any case, it’s enough that he will come to help!”
The person Lin Beifan was talking about was naturally himself.
Not exposing oneself is also a means of self-preservation.
After all, the profession of Emperor carries an extremely high risk factor. Many people want to dethrone him, and one could lose their head at any moment.
Therefore, he must keep it a secret.
The more he conceals, the more trump cards he has, the longer he can survive.
“But still, there are only four of us! They have five people; we are still at a disadvantage!” the Prime Minister sighed.
Lin Beifan was very calm: “Don’t worry, my friend is an Astral Qi-level Innate master with formidable strength! No matter how many they send, he will be more than capable of handling them!”
“Astral Qi level Innate!” The crowd gasped in astonishment.
A master of this caliber was considered a powerhouse among the Innates!
With such a strong figure lending support, it was basically a done deal!
At this moment, everyone started to look at Lin Beifan with new respect.
This guy was impressive; he always seemed idle, dull, and incompetent, yet he had made friends with a powerhouse of the Astral Qi level. (TLN: Innate Realm: True Qi, Astral Qi, Imperial Qi)
And then there was that powerful girl with a profound background, Yaoyao…
Could it be that this guy had some sort of social networking syndrome?
“The Innate Master has been dealt with, but what about the 800,000-strong army?” Chai Yuxin was still worried.
“The number is too great, and our military strength is limited. A battle between both sides will inevitably lead to huge losses!”
“That’s easy to handle!”
Lin Beifan said with a slight smile. “Isn’t our Grand Canal about to be opened? We have a canal that runs right through the border, and by that time… heheh…”
After hearing Lin Beifan’s plan, everyone looked at him with newfound respect.
“Your Majesty, your method is brilliant; how did I not think of it? Although the strategy is somewhat ruthless, if it really works, the 800,000-strong army can be wiped out in the blink of an eye!” the Grand General said, his face filled with excitement.
“Indeed, if it really works, we can ensure they have no way to return. Your Majesty is wise!” the Prime Minister said, bowing.
“Usually as muddled as can be, but at this time as sharp as a ghost! From now on, if anyone calls you a foolish emperor, I’ll slap them right across the face!” Chai Yuxin declared.
Lin Beifan laughed triumphantly, “Haha…”
After the laughter, Lin Beifan whispered, “Keep this matter a secret, it’s enough if just a few of us know!”
Everyone nodded seriously.
At this moment, the armies of the Three Kingdoms had already approached the border of the Xia Kingdom, their banners fluttering, the cold light of their weapons chilling, a sea of people with an intimidating aura.
However, they did not cross the border but stopped to regroup.
The five Innate masters stood in a row, gazing at the Xia Kingdom’s army not far away, their faces wearing relaxed and comfortable expressions.
“When do we start the campaign?”
“Don’t worry, take it slow. Can we still lose?”
“That’s true, this battle is as good as won! Our soldiers have come a long way and now need to rest. After a sufficient rest, we’ll fight again to decide their fate!”
“Moreover, it’s the perfect opportunity to put pressure on them, to let them experience the feeling of despair!”
“You’re absolutely right, haha!”
On the other side, An Lushan looked on with a face full of despair.
An army of 800,000, with 5 Innate experts—how could this be fought?
This is simply impossible to fight!
With just a few charges, the opponent’s five Innates could shatter his army of 400,000 into disarray, leaving them utterly defeated!
Then, with the full force of 800,000 troops pressing in, the outcome would be decided!
Although they also had three Innates on their side, they were still short by two!
Missing two Innates was enough to deal a huge blow to their army, and he, the general, would be the first to fall!
At this moment, a thought suddenly surfaced in An Lushan’s mind: Perhaps it was time to surrender?
His allegiance to Lin Beifan was primarily for power, wealth, and luxury, with no regard for loyalty.
Yet no sooner had the thought arisen than he quashed it.
No one likes a defeated general!
Even if he managed to save his life, his future was ruined!
He had not easily gained his current power and status, and he could not let go of it lightly!
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