Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8695 8695: Line of defense _1

Observing the relentless surge of the Shadow Realm Army, akin to a destructive tidal wave, and the encroaching, ominous gray fog, Chang Jun instantly grasped the situation. It was a full-scale assault from the Shadow Realm forces. He also recalled Zhao Hai's explicit command: to defend solely, without engaging in any offensive actions. The gravity of their current predicament was clear; this was the enemy's peak offensive moment, and Zhao Hai's absence necessitated caution. Any outward engagement, he reasoned, would likely lead to dire consequences.

Behind Chang Jun, the Blood Slaughter Sect's forces were marshaled and prepared. With a stern voice, Chang Jun declared, "Everyone, assume your positions! First, we will utilize the defensive line to repel them. All assault teams, stand ready to counterattack when the opportunity arises. However, do not prolong any engagement. Once the enemy is repelled, withdraw immediately. This time, our objective is purely defensive. Any transgression will be met with punishment according to sect rules!" A unified chorus of assent rose from the assembled troops.

At this critical juncture, Elder Zhen materialized beside Chang Jun. Chang Jun addressed him with respect, "Formation Elder, your assistance is indispensable for this defense. Without your expertise, holding this nascent and incomplete defense line would be an insurmountable challenge." Chang Jun was acutely aware of their limitations; defending this newly erected, unfinished line of fortification against the current onslaught was virtually impossible without specialized aid. Elder Zhen's standing within the Blood Slaughter Sect was exceptionally high, commanding deference even from Zhao Hai himself, who would offer a respectful bow upon their meeting.

"Rest assured," Elder Zhen replied with a confident smile. "I shall ensure they receive a stern lesson. Let us commence." Chang Jun acknowledged with a nod and gestured, signaling the prepared army to advance to their designated positions. The defense line itself was a testament to Elder Zhen's craft. Numerous metallic platforms were strategically positioned forward, serving as crucial defense nodes, each embedded with a multitude of magical formations. These formations encompassed both defensive capabilities and offensive arrays, most notably a formidable concentration of energy cannon arrays, renowned for their devastating power.

The Blood Slaughter Sect employed three distinct types of energy cannon arrays. The first, termed the Spell Energy Cannon, operated in a peculiar manner. The projectiles it launched were intricately manifested through spells. For instance, an initial energy projectile might appear as a standard energy sphere, but upon impact with a target, it would instantaneously transform into a massive fireball, unleashing immense destructive force. This variant was essentially an amplified fireball energy bomb, and thus, the Spell Energy Cannon.

The second type was the standard Energy Cannon. These formations discharged energy bullets. Despite their diminutive size, these bullets possessed formidable penetration power and were exceptionally lethal. The Blood Slaughter Sect referred to this type as the 'Energy Machine Gun' due to its resemblance to conventional machine-gun weaponry, capable of sustained, high-velocity firing.

The third type, designated the Giant Energy Sword by the Blood Slaughter Sect, was truly extraordinary. It projected an energy beam that could extend up to two hundred meters, consistently maintaining the form of a colossal energy sword. While its energy consumption was not excessive, its maneuverability was exceptional, allowing for precise adjustments in all directions. By manipulating its base, the beam could be wielded like a gigantic sword, sweeping through the air. Any entity struck by this energy sword was assured a grim fate.

These three distinct energy cannon arrays were now integrated into the Blood Slaughter Sect's defensive network, strategically mounted upon the positions established by Chang Jun and his subordinates. Additional energy shields were equipped at these defense points, providing layered protection. These fortified positions resembled immense spiritual artifacts, capable of hovering in the air but not traversing distances freely. In essence, they were fixed yet remarkably potent, representing the pinnacle of defensive construction utilizing these energy nodes.

These circular platforms served as a base, constructed long ago with intricate magic arrays and mechanisms. Each platform, normally a mere meter in diameter, could expand to a hundred meters when activated. While not massive, this size was sufficient to accommodate over a hundred individuals comfortably.

Hundreds of such platforms were positioned before the spirit array Island, interconnected to form an exceptionally robust defensive line. Upon the arrival of the Shadow Realm's Army, the Bloody Massacre Sect immediately triggered all arrays on the nodes. A protective shield materialized around each platform, linked by glowing white energy lines, instantaneously solidifying the entire defense.

With the defense line established, an barrage of energy cannons commenced. Energy bombs rained down upon the Shadow Realm's forces as if they were limitless. However, the energy swords remained inactive, their close-range requirement necessitating the enemy's proximity before activation.

The engagement was already underway as the energy cannons fired. Stationed behind these energy nodes were numerous cavalry and assault troops, poised for immediate action. Their role was to confront any Shadow Realm members who managed to breach the immediate vicinity of the energy nodes, ensuring their elimination despite their smaller numbers.

Under the command of their shadow generals astride colossal pythons, the Shadow Realm's Army assaulted the defense line. This formidable architecture was entirely unknown to them, absent even from their intelligence reports. Consequently, they sustained heavy casualties. While the inhabitants of the Shadow Realm possessed considerable resistance to physical attacks, their defense against energy assaults was notably weaker. The sheer volume and concentration of the Bloody Massacre Sect's energy cannons proved devastatingly effective against them.

The Shadow Realm's Army pressed forward through the torrent of fire from the Bloody Massacre Sect's artillery, but their losses mounted dramatically when facing the energy cannons. The destructive force of these cannons surpassed even those utilizing spell techniques, and their rapid firing rate mowed down the Shadow Realm's ranks in swathes.

As the Shadow Realm's Army finally approached within two hundred meters of the Bloody Massacre Sect's defenses, the energy swords sprang to life. Massive energy blades swept through the air, instantly felling weaker Shadow Soldiers upon impact. The area before the defense line transformed into a veritable killing field for the encroaching Shadow Realm forces.

After more than two hours of relentless assault, the Shadow Realm's Army was compelled to retreat, having lost nearly fifty thousand troops. Of these fallen, only a tiny fraction had managed to reach the forefront of the defense line. Even those few who succeeded faced the combined might of the Bloody Massacre Sect's experts and army, leaving them with no hope of success.

Concurrently, while the encroaching gray fog behind the Shadow Realm's Army continued its advance, Elder Zhen was not idle. With continuous sweeps of his long vines, he managed to slow its expansion, though the fog's overall progress remained relentless, forcing the Shadow Realm's Army's hand in their retreat.

Subsequent attacks from the Shadow Realm Army followed, including attempts to breach the Bloody Massacre Sect's lines via the blood sea and flanking maneuvers. However, these efforts proved fruitless. The Bloody Massacre Sect's forces were also defending the blood sea, and with the elder's array formations assisting, all enemy assaults were thwarted.

For several more hours, the Shadow Realm's Army persisted, incurring losses of nearly one hundred thousand soldiers without achieving any success. Their ultimate decision to withdraw was prompted by the intelligence that the six major sects had already retreated. Hearing that the combined armies of the six major sects, numbering six hundred thousand, had suffered grievous losses and fallen back dejectedly from the Bloody Massacre Sect, cast a pall of deep disappointment over the Shadow Realm Army.

CRASH! With a thunderous roar, the Lord of Beiwei annihilated a table with his bare hands! His gaze, filled with fury, swept across the assembled figures. "Trash! All of you are utter trash! You lost a hundred thousand soldiers and couldn't even scratch the enemy's defensive line! How dare you show your faces? And you lot, how do you gather intelligence? Is this the so-called information you've procured? You are truly pathetic!"

Within this grand hall, besides the Lord of Beiwei and his shadow generals, an elder was also present. This elder, appearing to be in his fifties, was clad in white robes, exuding an aura of scholarly wisdom. However, this elder held a secret identity: he was the island master of the secluded Island Market, and furthermore, a spy for the Shadow Realm. Now, he knelt on the ground, cold sweat beading on his forehead, utterly speechless.

The Northern Wei Prince's handsome countenance flushed crimson with rage, his expression growing even more menacing. Rising to his feet, he delivered a swift kick, sending the elder flying over ten meters. The old man crashed to the ground, spewing blood, yet he desperately struggled to rise. He remained kneeling, too terrified to utter a sound.

The King of Beiwei ignored the fallen elder, instead letting out a cold snort. "These dogs from the six great sects are even more useless! Six hundred thousand men, bolstered by their sect-protecting magical artifacts, couldn't hold out for even a single day! To think these are the strongest sects in the Blood Sea Realm, with a lineage spanning ten millennia! The strength of the Blood Sea Realm is truly abysmal. Had I known this earlier, I would have led the charge myself!"

A heavy silence descended upon the main hall; no one dared to speak. The performance of the six major sects on these recent occasions was indeed a profound disappointment. Yet, truth be told, dealing with the six major sects would not have been a simple matter without employing the tactic of infiltration. Their final, desperate counterattack at the last moment was sufficient proof that the six major sects were not to be underestimated. It was simply that the Bloody Massacre Sect possessed even greater power, making them a far more formidable foe.

After delivering his tirade against the six major sects, the King of Northern Wei fell silent for a long while. He stood contemplating, then suddenly let out a chilling laugh. His voice, deep and resonant, declared, "Perhaps this situation presents us with an opportunity. In the end, I might even have to offer my thanks to the Bloody Massacre Sect!"