How I Pampered the Tyrant Into Devotion With My Space-Chapter 687: Donβt Make Yourself Sound So Noble
Yan Huan Yu gave Lin Shiyao a distant salute. π³πΏππππ²ππ»ππππ₯.ππ π
"I never promised to attack the Great Tang with you."
After saying this, Yan Huan Yu left with his men.
The soldiers from Da Zheng and the Southern Border were shaken by Yan Huan Yuβs departure, causing their morale to waver, and they even lost the desire to fight.
Some soldiers were also starting to give up the idea of fighting.
When Lin Shiyao saw this, she was almost furious to the point of madness.
But she had no choice but to fight.
This battle heavily relied on momentum, and if that momentum was lost, then no matter how many people there were, it would be in vain.
After a day and night of fighting, the spirit of Da Zhengβs people was completely worn down.
Their individual combat skills were already weaker than the Great Tangβs, and their weapons were inferior too.
At the first clash, their swords were already broken by the Great Tang soldiersβ blades. If not for their numerical advantage, they wouldnβt even stand a chance.
During the retreat, Great Tangβs soldiers continued to pursue and kill the soldiers of Da Zheng and the Southern Border.
Some soldiers at the back discarded their helmets and armor, and Great Tang successfully seized another batch of spoils.
Then there were the catapults that the soldiers seemed to overlook, intentionally or otherwise.
It wasnβt that no one wanted to push the catapults away, but any soldier who touched them ended up with their head blown off.
If a Corpse Puppet tried to push it, a barrage of earth bombs would be thrown.
The catapults were confiscated, and at the same time, the city wallsβ construction accelerated.
By the time the next battle came, the morale of Lin Shiyaoβs side was even weaker.
Especially when they saw the Great Tang people moving the catapults towards them, they were terrified.
The towering city walls, several tens of meters high, combined with tens of thousands of catapults, made it impossible to fight.
And the one commanding the catapults was none other than Tao Mingxuan.
Who didnβt know of him? He had studied military strategies from a young age and was adept at surprises and cunning tactics.
He arranged for the catapults to be launched when the enemy least expected it.
Every shot hit its mark.
However, Lin Shiyao noticed something; she discovered that those head-blasting weapons were a type of long firearms.
The bullets were incredibly powerful, with scattershot effects.
Not just those hit directly, but anyone nearby would be affected.
More importantly, these bullets seemed specifically designed against their Witchcraft Masters.
After all, if the head was gone, how could one make a Corpse Puppet?
Lin Shiyao was furious, wanting to find those hidden snipers, but they were well concealed and adept at finding cover.
To be honest, this was a group more professional and more stealthy than archers.
More importantly, their aim was precise, and their range was long, hitting the mark every time was an understatement.
Each shot landed squarely on a personβs head.
Lin Shiyao had no other choice and finally had to shout a retreat.
The soldiers, relieved, werenβt very eager during the battle, but retreated with great speed.
After these two encounters, the snipers returned to their ranks.
They wore some leaves and other camouflage materials on their heads, and Lin Yu, the leader, spoke.
"Empress, it seems we have been discovered by Lin Shiyao."
Pei Shuβer smiled and shook her head. "Itβs fine, it was never my intention for you to remain completely hidden; itβs alright if they know youβre here."
Moreover, as long as the weapon was used, it would eventually be discovered.
Lin Shiyao was no fool; she simply hadnβt discovered these snipers due to the limitations of the era.
Now that she has, so be it. Anyway, Lin Shiyao isnβt capable of producing sniper rifles.
Not to mention, these sniper rifles have been modified by me.
These bullets were specially developed by Pei Shuβer for the Witchcraft Masters, with great lethality and range, ensuring that the Witchcraft Masters couldnβt reuse them.
Otherwise, with the enemyβs numbers, if they had Witchcraft Masters too, it wouldnβt ever end...
Moreover, during battles, the soldiers on the Great Tang side had been specially trained.
Whenever possible, they would either slash at the enemyβs neck or smash their heads.
The ultimate aim was to leave no heads intact.
It was a bit difficult, but it eliminated future worries.
Besides, with their sharp weapons, cutting through iron like mud, it wasnβt all that difficult.
In subsequent battles, no matter what Lin Shiyao tried, the defeat was inevitable, and they couldnβt turn things around.
Lin Shiyao was utterly confused, not knowing where the problem lay, or why, for no apparent reason, their side was losing so miserably.
Their tactics were no worse than Pei Shuβerβs.
But when Pei Shuβer brought up the cannons and made hand grenades, Lin Shiyao knew that if something wasnβt done, the defeat was certain.
The Southern Border had almost completely been mobilized, and she could only ask the Emperor of Zheng for more troops.
But the Emperor of Zheng was also a shrewd man.
"Holy Daughter, I am grateful for you saving my life back then, but for Da Zheng, this is already all the manpower we can spare."
Upon hearing this, Lin Shiyao understood the Emperor of Zhengβs thoughts.
She immediately laughed, "Oh? And if I say itβs absolutely necessary for your people to act?"
The Emperor of Zheng frowned upon hearing this.
"Donβt push it. Weβve already done our utmost and donβt intend to follow you to our deaths."
After saying this, the Emperor of Zheng started to leave.
Lin Shiyaoβs smile twisted, "Such lofty words; you came to help me attack the Great Tang for its territory. Stop pretending to be so noble!"
Lin Shiyaoβs voice was pleasant, yet still sent shivers down the Emperor of Zhengβs spine.
He was aware of Lin Shiyaoβs methods and dared not linger, quickly heading outside.
But just as he reached the tentβs entrance, he stopped, then woodenly turned back to Lin Shiyaoβs side.
Lin Shiyao laughed, "You wish to leave? Not without my consent."
Now, the Emperor of Zheng couldnβt control his own body, though he remained conscious.
He had long known of Lin Shiyaoβs prowess with Gu Technique, so he had always been cautious.
Yet, somehow, he had still fallen prey to her Gu Technique.
Lin Shiyao laughed skyward, her beautiful face twisted.
"Werenβt you high and mighty before when cooperating with me? Try putting on airs now!"
Lin Shiyaoβs lips curled into a mischievous smile.
"Now, bark like a dog for me."
Seeing the Emperor of Zhengβs eyes reddened with fury, yet unable to resist barking, made Lin Shiyaoβs smile widen.
After all, with the Emperor of Zheng reduced to this, he could never act superior to her again.
"By the way, youβre curious, arenβt you? Wondering when I planted the Gu on you?"
The Emperor of Zheng stared intently at Lin Shiyao, utterly puzzled.
After all, he had always been careful with his diet.
He never touched or got close to Witchcraft Masters or Lin Shiyao, so how did he still get affected by the Gu?
