Douluo: A Century-old Legend I Am the Second Uncle Chenxin

Chapter 1729 Silent Confiscation
To the north of the city lies Sunrise City, a massive military camp established by the Sunset Military Region outside the city, guarding the passage between Sunset Forest and Sunset City.

This is no ordinary camp, but a veritable fortress stone city built of hard limestone.

It was comparable in size to a large town, and was home to 30,000 elite soldiers of the Sunset Legion.

Of course, these 30,000 men were only a part of the Sunset Legion, because the Sunset Forest was a vast area, and the actual deployment of the Sunset Legion was scattered across strategic nodes along the vast forest.

Just now, the heavily fortified stone city was also thrown into chaos by the huge energy fluctuations that shot up from the northwest.

The earthquake-like battle at Bao Family Manor in the northwest, especially the frequent eruptions of titled-level pressure, had already alarmed the entire Sunrise City.

The soldiers on the watchtower could even see the dazzling soul light exploding in the sky over there.

The atmosphere was heavy inside the central hall of the fortress.

General Lin Qichuan, a middle-aged general with a towering, imposing physique, was having an urgent consultation with several commanders.

The Bao family has a powerful background. The fact that they dared to cause such a big commotion right under the noses of the Sunset Legion means that the person who made the move must be someone of great importance!
Lin Qichuan made a decisive decision and ordered in a deep voice: "Flying God Guard scout team, depart immediately! Quickly ascertain the situation!"

At the same time, he turned to his deputy general Bai Tingnan and said, "Old Bai, muster 10,000 troops and get them ready! Stand by and provide reinforcements at any time!"

He pondered whether to help the Bao family or wait and see how the nature of the conflict became clearer. He needed scouts to bring back more accurate information before deciding whether to take action personally.

However, the Flying God Guard scout team that was sent out returned in a hurry less than two minutes after setting off.

The scout captain leading the team practically burst through the hall door, stumbling in with an expression of disbelief, astonishment, and...fear.

"General! Our way...our way is blocked!" The scout captain knelt on one knee, his voice trembling.

Lin Qichuan, who was studying the map, suddenly raised an eyebrow. To be able to intercept his elite scouts so accurately and forcefully near Rihui City...

A cold smile unconsciously curled at the corner of his lips, tinged with amusement: "Oh? Who is this person, so confident that they can 'keep an eye' on the movements of my Sunset Legion?"

The scout captain lowered his head even further, almost choking back a sob: "Yes...yes...Marshal!"

"Marshal?!" Lin Qichuan suddenly stood up straight, and the commanders and generals next to him also stood up at the same time!
The room fell silent instantly, with only heavy breathing as the only sound.

A flicker of surprise crossed Lin Qichuan's eyes, and he demanded sharply, "Marshal?! Which marshal? Where is he?!"

How could the scout team be stopped by the marshal?
The usually calm scout captain pointed outside the door, and Lin Qichuan felt a very bad premonition rising in his heart.

Without further hesitation, he waved his hand and, accompanied by several equally bewildered commanders, strode out of the hall.

As soon as he stepped out of the spacious and majestic central hall and stood on the high stone steps, Lin Qichuan's gaze was instantly drawn to the figure at the end of the main path below.

The newcomer was extremely tall and strong, dressed in a perfectly crisp marshal's uniform. The rank insignia on his shoulders was a special emblem made of fine gold, engraved with the swan emblem symbolizing the Heavenly Dou Empire, and inlaid with several small rubies. In the afternoon sunlight, it reflected a cold and noble light!
What is most striking is his hairstyle and face. His short, golden-red hair stands upright like steel needles, he has a square face with distinct features, thick, bushy eyebrows and eyes like bronze gongs, and a thick, rugged beard that almost covers half of his face, growing wildly and arrogantly. From a distance, he looks exactly like a strong, powerful beast that has just emerged from the depths of a primeval forest, exuding hunger and a sense of oppression!
When he saw that face clearly, Lin Qichuan's pupils suddenly contracted, and his heart felt as if it had been squeezed by an invisible hand.

How could it be him? !

Golaihao!
Imperial Marshal!

He is a top military leader who commands the four major legions in the capital region, and at the same time... he is also the current pillar of the Ge family in the capital.

The presence of this heavyweight marshal... it was definitely no small matter. Lin Qichuan felt a chill run from the soles of his feet to the top of his head. Thinking back to the scouts who had just been blocked, how could he not understand?

He suppressed the turmoil in his heart, quickly walked down the steps, and respectfully gave a perfect military salute to the imposing figure: "Marshal Ge has arrived! Your humble servant, Lin Qichuan, is in full armor and unable to greet you from afar. Please forgive me! Marshal, you..."

Before he could finish his sentence, "What are your instructions?", Golaihao's deep, thunderous voice interrupted him, carrying an undeniable air of authority: "Yes, I understand. Wait here."

Ge Laihao's gaze didn't linger on Lin Qichuan for long. He merely nodded slightly before fixing his gaze on the spot like a rock, his eyes fixed intently on the direction of the military camp, as if waiting for something.

Lin Qichuan's heart sank again.

Golaihao's behavior... this is definitely a big deal!
He dared not ask any more questions, and could only stand solemnly to the side, filled with doubts and deep unease, while the commanders behind him remained silent.

Time ticked by, and the atmosphere grew as oppressive as the low pressure before a storm.

About ten minutes later, Lin Qichuan's gaze was drawn to an unusual commotion that suddenly came from the direction of the barracks.

Inside the military camp, figures hurried about, raising clouds of dust, while the sounds of footsteps and suppressed commands could be faintly heard.

Soon, two figures, surrounded by guards, hurriedly ran along the main road.

The person at the forefront was his deputy, Bai Tingnan, who was now fully armed and had an extremely solemn expression.

Following half a step behind Bai Tingnan was an old general with gray hair, dressed in the uniform of a high-ranking imperial officer.

His eyes were sharp as an eagle's, his steps were steady and powerful, and his whole body exuded a cold, iron-blooded aura of a law enforcer.

This man was none other than Marshal Golaihao's second younger brother, Golaizheng, the senior inspector general of the Imperial Gendarmerie!

Ge Laizheng walked down the steps in a few steps, first nodding slightly in the direction of Ge Laihao at the top of the steps, and then his gaze swept over Lin Qichuan and the others in the middle of the steps.

Without wasting words, he stood at attention, gave Golaihao a crisp, standard military salute, and loudly reported, devoid of any emotion:

"Reporting to the Marshal! By order of the Marshal, the entire battalion of Rihui Army Town is to carry out 'silent confiscation'!"

"After inspection and verification by the military law enforcement team led by the General, all 31,478 active-duty officers and soldiers have had their weapons and equipment, including standard weapons, soul guides, and military storage soul guides, unloaded in accordance with orders. All personnel shall remain in place and await further instructions!"

"The seizure process is complete. The military town is now under our absolute control. Please give your instructions, Marshal!"

His position as Deputy Chief of the Military Law and Commander-in-Chief of the Military Law Enforcement Corps made it perfectly legitimate for him to carry out the confiscation order. The last sentence, "The military town is now under our absolute control," struck Lin Qichuan like a heavy hammer.

He instantly understood what the chaos in the military camp had been: it was a silent disarmament and control.

Lin Qichuan's face suddenly turned extremely ugly. He turned sharply to look at Ge Laihao at the top of the stone steps, his voice filled with barely suppressed shock, anger, and confusion: "Marshal! This...?!"

Only then did Ge Laihao slowly turn around, his deep gaze calmly falling on Lin Qichuan. The heavy, almost tangible pressure made Lin Qichuan swallow back the questions he was about to ask.

Golaihao's bushy beard twitched slightly. His voice remained low and calm, yet carried an air of absolute authority: "Alright, the confiscation is complete. Let's go inside and talk."

He stopped looking at Lin Qichuan, put his hands behind his back, and turned to walk towards the central hall.

(End of this chapter)