Chapter 1111: Chapter 1111
The people of Qi Xiu immediately began fabricating this batch of Italian Cannon Plus according to the diagrams provided by Zhang Menglong. Though the foundational scientific theories in this world are rather weak, anything related to cultivation is still highly advanced.
The precision of the diagrams given by Zhang Menglong is exceptionally high, but as long as the blacksmiths have some experience, they can forge it with perfect accuracy.
Of course, the most crucial part is engraving runes on the cannon body; otherwise, it's just a pile of scrap iron.
But ten days is indeed somewhat boring, and Zhang Menglong practically toured the entire Imperial City. The last few days he felt rather stifled.
"No, I need to find some fun!" Zhang Menglong directly sought out Qi Xiu, "Qi Xiu, where is this Lingyun Sect?"
"At the other end of our dynasty," Qi Xiu said, "However, there's a teleportation array quite close to the Lingyun Sect. Back in the day, to facilitate exchange, our ancestors set up a teleportation array in the Imperial City that can directly link to it, and it's only half a day's journey to the foot of Lingyun Sect's mountain."
"My great sword is growing restless," Zhang Menglong said.
"But Brother Zhang, that batch of cannons won't be ready for another three days. Are you thinking about going over there now?"
"Not necessarily," Zhang Menglong laughed, "My wish is world peace. Fighting and killing aren't things I enjoy; I prefer doing things that are despicable, shameless, and dirty."
Qi Xiu, Qi Ning, and You Ruo showed astonished expressions. It was the first time they'd heard someone use such words to describe themselves, and when Zhang Menglong said it, he appeared very proud, as if those words were the highest praise.
"Brother Zhang, what are you planning to do?" Qi Xiu asked.
"The Art of War says, 'The best strategy is to attack the mind; the second best is to attack the city.' I plan to disgust them a little first."
"This… isn't this a bit inappropriate?" Qi Xiu hesitated, "I'm worried it will exacerbate the conflict between our Royal Family and the Lingyun Sect, and once we break all ties..."
"Break all ties? Haven't you already done so?" Zhang Menglong laughed, "Ever since they kicked Qi Ning out, the conflict in this matter was irreconcilable. Can't you see that?"
Qi Xiu fell silent; he knew Zhang Menglong was speaking the truth. Sooner or later, they and the Lingyun Sect would have a battle.
"Since they are destined to be enemies, why care about when to make a move? When dealing with enemies, no means can be considered excessive."
"Brother Zhang, I'm rooting for you!"
Qi Ning had been holding in anger for a while; if not for the fact that the people he brought that day couldn't beat the disciples of the Lingyun Sect, he would have turned hostile right then and there, but it was just because he wasn't as skilled.
But now, having seen Zhang Menglong's skills, he is fearless; there's even a hint of excitement in his heart.
"I also support Brother Zhang!" You Ruo, being an unruly and willful Princess, only cared about what she liked. Now that she had become Zhang Menglong's number one fan, naturally, she was fully supporting Zhang Menglong.
"Since it's ... very well." Qi Xiu couldn't argue with them, "But what are you planning to do?"
"The fight's in a couple of days, and if we're too hungry, we won't have the strength to fight," Zhang Menglong showed a sly smile, "Let's starve them for a few days first!"
At the southernmost part of the Sacred Gold Dynasty, lies Lingyun City, which is the most bustling city in the entire Sacred Gold Dynasty aside from the Imperial City, as it's right next to the largest Sect in the Sacred Gold Dynasty—the mountain gate of Lingyun Sect.
Through the teleportation array, three men and one woman emerged from the formation. Their attire was splendid, signaling immediately that they were of significant background, and those around them instinctively kept a certain distance.
"Why do they look like they've seen a ghost?" Zhang Menglong asked puzzled; even back when he became the richest man on Earth, he'd encountered similar situations. When he drove onto the highway, others kept their vehicles far from his, afraid of accidentally bumping into his car, fearing they'd have to sell the car and a house to compensate.
But from the gaze of these people, Zhang Menglong saw not just caution, but even a bit of vigilance... and even aversion.
"I don't know," Qi Xiu shook his head, "Our ancestors granted Lingyun Sect great power, and the taxes from the surrounding cities are handed to them. It's almost equivalent to a small feudal state. I haven't been here many times myself."
"Brother Zhang, look over here, it's really fun!" You Ruo bounced ahead while waving back at them.
It seemed because of a strong martial atmosphere here, the whole city was somewhat different from the splendor of the Imperial City.
"Be careful!" Qi Xiu dotingly watched his sister.
"Oh no!" You Ruo, too preoccupied with watching all around, accidentally bumped into a little girl with pigtails.
"Sorry, sorry!" You Ruo immediately bent down to check on the little girl. Though she was willful and playful, she only showed that side to her family and the court officials. She was still a very kind-hearted girl inside.
Unexpectedly, a woman rushed over from the roadside and immediately held the little girl, starting to kowtow to You Ruo.
"My lady, it's my daughter who didn't know better and accidentally bumped into you, I'm here to apologize, please don't blame her, punish me instead!"
"Ruoruo, since when did you get such a notorious reputation outside?" Qi Xiu and Qi Ning were both taken aback. In the woman's eyes, they saw thick fear, as if seeing a monstrous flood.
"This is my first time here," You Ruo was at a loss, continuing to comfort the little girl, but the woman only held her tighter, and the girl's cries grew louder. Yet, surprisingly, people not only didn't gather to watch but even avoided them from a distance.
If such a thing happened on Earth, it might've trended on microblogging sites or some video platform.
"Little girl, don't cry. Look, I'll show you something amazing!" Zhang Menglong pulled out a fairy wand from his pocket, something he used to entertain his daughter.
The fairy wand played pleasant music while changing into various shapes, and even had a holographic projection hovering above.
The little girl's attention was caught, and she stopped crying.
The woman, who was fervently kowtowing moments ago, was stunned; in her eyes, Zhang Menglong's actions seemed incredibly unbelievable.
"Dear lady, there's no need to be so afraid; we are not bad people," Zhang Menglong lifted the little girl and then took out a lollipop. The little girl cautiously tasted it, and instantly, with delight, put it in her mouth.
The woman, seeing this scene, finally let down her guard.
"Are you not from the Lingyun Sect?" the woman cautiously asked.
Zhang Menglong and his companions exchanged glances, seeing something in each other's eyes, evidently the woman's response was indeed related to Lingyun Sect!
"We are from the Imperial City, not from the Lingyun Sect," Zhang Menglong said.
Upon hearing this, the woman noticeably relaxed. ʀᴇᴀᴅ ʟᴀᴛᴇsᴛ ᴄʜᴀᴘᴛᴇʀs ᴀᴛ N0v3l.Fiɾe.net
"Miss, why are you so afraid of the Lingyun Sect?" Qi Xiu asked.
The woman looked around, ensuring no one was paying attention, and then continued speaking.
"We've been abandoned by the Sacred Gold Dynasty; the people of Lingyun are simply a bunch of bastards. They bully people relying on their connection with the Royal Family. We want to resist but are not their match, and they don't allow us to leave Lingyun City, trapping us as if we were being raised."
"Outrageous!" The more Qi Xiu heard, the angrier he got. As someone from the Royal Family, it felt terrible to see their citizens suffer so much.
"Don't rush," Zhang Menglong patted Qi Xiu's shoulder, "This time we came to punish evil and promote good, didn't we? In my eyes, I cannot tolerate any injustice. I suddenly feel merely disgusting them seems way too lenient."