Chapter 728

Chapter 728: Preparing for Battle

In the year 6265 of the Xia calendar, in Haigang City.

"Report, there is unusual activity in the northern region of the Endless Sea, a large army of monsters is gathering."

"Report, there is unusual activity in the eastern region of the Endless Sea, a large army of monsters is gathering."

"Report…"

Inside the mansion, Lin Jiang heard reports coming in one after another. Maps of various sea areas were displayed on the big screen with many red dots marking monsters of fourth rank or higher.

Lin Jiang had a rough idea of the number of monsters of fourth rank or higher, but seeing them preparing to attack in full force made him feel great pressure, as the monsters were generally stronger than humans.

Humans wouldn’t wait for the monsters to attack before retaliating. Seeing the monsters gathering, without Lin Jiang needing to give orders, a large number of missiles were launched, along with unmanned drones and aircraft.

In this era, the air force had been mostly replaced by drones and unmanned aircraft. The need for pilots to fly aircraft had become extremely rare. This change also applied to the navy, including aircraft carriers and submarines. New naval vessels were designed to be unmanned after the older ones were sunk by monsters.

The army had also largely done away with tanks and armored vehicles, keeping only a few. Most heavy firepower relied on drones, artillery, and cultivators. The mode of warfare had long since evolved.

"Sir, the monsters have started probing attacks near the Tianya Mountain Base, depleting our firepower."

"Ignore them, fight as needed."

Lin Jiang said. The Demon clan has only understood the human clan for decades. They thought they could weaken the human clan’s strength by relying on the Demon Insect army. They had no idea that in these years, countries like Huaxia have established many fully automated weapons factories and increased the number of frontline firepower points significantly compared to decades ago.

"Sir, Qiu Weidao reports that all of the Demon clan’s spies have been controlled and have been giving false destructive actions to the Demon clan. Qiu Weidao requests official cooperation…"

"Reply to Qiu Weidao, tell him to cooperate in every way."

Lin Jiang continued, "There are many Demon clan spies, but with Muse’s help, we have already exposed them. Those who didn’t surrender have been dealt with, while the surrendering ones have been feeding the Demon clan false information. Now, the Demon clan commands them to attack various countries, all under Qiu Weidao’s control, who instructs them to continue delivering false information."

"Sir, Lin Hongcong ancestors have led the third batch of reinforcements to Fangzhang Continent. Lin Hongcong ancestors hope for an increase in material support to the frontline…"

"Jingdu City, Haigang City, and six other cities have formed teams of over a million cultivators, undergoing battle formation training. Relevant formations are being crafted. Once perfected, these formations are expected to withstand attacks from cultivators above the Void Achieving level."

"The National Defense Committee is currently investigating Huaxia’s nationwide anti-air facilities…"

"Starting today, emergency evacuation drills are taking place in various cities in Huaxia…"

"The government has released a notice to control prices and crack down on hoarding."

More and more news came in. Lin Jiang was pleased after reading them. A big battle was approaching, and all kinds of sinister creatures would appear. That’s why Huaxia Official imposed strict control. It would be foolish to act recklessly at a time like this.

In this final battle, Lin Jiang’s strategy was to defend from external threats. The Infinite Sea and Fangzhang Continent were the main battlegrounds. Even if these places were destroyed, he wouldn’t mind. But internally in Huaxia, preparations were actively being made.

The most crucial preparation was six battle formations with over a million people each. Each formation would consist of around two hundred thousand people, mainly in the Qi Refining and Building Foundation stages, supported by over a hundred Golden Core Stage cultivators and a few at the Nascent Soul stage. They all practiced the same cultivation method, enforced by strict discipline. When the time came, they would use formations to generate spiritual power and briefly engage in battles even reaching the Void Achieving and Tao Achieving levels.

Lin Jiang had seen this kind of strategy during his cultivation days, but never on this scale. Thousands of people were already a remarkable feat, and two hundred thousand would pose a significant challenge.

This was the final preparation, only needed if the demon race invaded Shen Continent. Lin Jiang hoped he wouldn’t have to resort to such measures.

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Fangzhang Continent, Demon God Temple

The Demon Queen, Peng Bird Demon Emperor, Fire Scale Demon Emperor, and Shenwu Demon Emperor, the four great Demon Emperors, were listening to the Heavenly Fox Demon King explain the strategy. Over a hundred years had passed, but the Heavenly Fox Demon King remained the Demon King most knowledgeable about humans and the strategist of the demon race.

"This battle is very important, almost like a final showdown. So we need to be very careful and not rely on past experiences to avoid getting hit.

Especially about where to fight, we can’t let the humans control us. No matter how many monsters we send to attack the humans’ defenses at Tianya Mountain, it will be tough to break through. And even if we do break through, we won’t be able to fight the humans.

So we need to take the battle to Shen Continent. Destroying a large industrial city there is more important than killing thousands of humans on the battlefield. Humans have better technology and weapons compared to us, so we need to target their resources.

"My suggestion is to pretend to attack Tianya Mountain in Fangzhang Continent, but focus on launching a surprise attack on Zhenhai City in Zhou Liao and Haigang City in Huaxia. These places are vital points in Shen Continent. Once captured, we can advance along Qing River or Yun River to destroy the heart of the humans’ territory."

"We can also send a Demon King to the west of Shen Continent to lead the local monsters. The western part of Shen Continent is weak, supported by the Alliance Three Countries of humans. While it may not change the overall situation, it can distract enemy forces."

"The main focus should still be on the east of Shen Continent. Demon Queen, fellow Demon Emperors, we don’t necessarily have to conquer these areas. By bringing the battle here, our aftermath will turn these places into ruins."

Heavenly Fox Demon King pointed to the map, showing the humans’ most important areas. Just by bringing the battle here, a major fight could severely damage the humans.

"Heavenly Fox Demon King’s strategy is solid, and fighting in human territory has one advantage – their nuclear and space weapons won’t be easily used."

"Demon Queen is right. Today’s humans are different from the immortals era. While they still see ordinary people as insignificant, they have to appear caring. If too many civilians die, they blame the authorities. If the authorities can’t fix it, they demand change or resist cooperating.

So once we move the battle to the human territory, the humans will definitely be afraid, wondering whether to use nuclear weapons, whether to care about the lives and deaths of ordinary people.

"Since both Demon Queen and Heavenly Fox Demon King are in agreement, I have no objections. How do you decide on the specific tactics?"

Shenwu Demon Emperor said he feels less intelligent than Demon Queen and the others in this aspect, so he will follow orders.

"Heavenly Fox Demon King, you may continue."

"Yes, in order to set the battlefield in human territory, we must disrupt the human’s rhythm. My suggestion is for Shenwu Demon King to lead the way, infiltrate the rivers in Zhenhai City or Haigang City, and then launch a sudden attack. Once Shenwu Demon King moves, Peng Bird Demon Emperor will act swiftly. Humans have satellites in the sky monitoring our movements at all times, so we have no secrets from them. Our advantage lies in being quick, so they can’t react in time."

"Are you suggesting that this time we use high-level Demon Kings or even Demon Emperors as the vanguard?"

"Yes, Demon Emperor, at this point we shouldn’t worry about that. What matters is to break through and advance, with Demon Queen leading the troops to break through Tianya Mountain Base or even bypass it and head straight to Shen Continent. The key strategy this time is to capitalize on the weaknesses of the human Tao Achieving, to draw the flames of war to the humans. If we achieve this, we win, even if we lose, the humans will suffer greatly."

"Heavenly Fox Demon King makes a good point. Shenwu Demon Emperor, don’t concern yourself with titles. If possible, I am also willing to take the lead in battle."

"Demon Queen, no need to say more. I will follow orders, but Cao Ying from the human side is very strong. Fire Scale Demon Emperor and I may not be a match for her."

"I have thought about this. Throughout the generations, the remains of the Demon Emperors from the Demon God Temple, I have decided to bring out some of them to refine for everyone."

Gritting her teeth, the Demon Queen said. The Demon God Temple has been passed down for tens of thousands of years, with many generations of Demon Emperors. Those Demon Emperors died and their bodies were sealed in the Demon God Temple, which should have been sacred to the temple, but now it is being brought out.

"Demon Queen, you…"

"Demon Queen, this is not acceptable. This is the foundation of the demon race."

Fire Scale Demon Emperor and Shenwu Demon Emperor were both shocked. The remains of these Demon Emperors are the foundation of the demon race, carrying the bloodline heritage of the demon race. This can help later generations of demons to understand. So, some demon races are not afraid even if they are wiped out, as long as there are blood relatives nearby.

For example, for the dragon race, the Demon God Temple has a dragon bone. There are no real dragons left in the world now, but as long as there are dragon-like creatures such as sea dragons, they can understand the dragon race’s heritage. There might be a chance to transform into a real dragon. But if the dragon bone is used up, there will be no more chances in the future, which might lead to the true disappearance of the dragon race in this world.

"If the demon race and demon beasts are gone, these things belong to the human race now. We can’t control that anymore. After this meeting, you all will come with me to get the items. Heavenly Fox Demon King will continue to strategize the battle arrangements. In this battle, we will use all our strength. The outcome will determine the victory between the demon race and the human race."

Demon Queen Lin Fanghua spoke, "She is very open-minded. She no longer cares about the future of the demon race. She wants the present of the demon race. If the human race is vanquished, the world will belong to the demon race. What more could one ask for?"