Please pull the trigger for this world one more time.

the other side.

Sober, Shen Yi, and Major Ma gathered at the end of the high slope.

"Based on our intelligence, we have a general understanding of the situation."

Shen Yi said in a deep voice, "But I still have some questions. Our superiors said we can ask you. I wonder if the Commander of the Sober Palace Guard is willing to answer them."

"Of course," Sober readily agreed, "as long as I know it."

"Okay, let's start with the first question."

Shen Yi and Major Ma exchanged a glance before Shen Yi asked, "The intelligence report mentions a long-ago calamity, which translates to 'Calamity,' but we know very little about it. We'd like to learn more about it."

Sober pursed his lips and said solemnly, "Alright, I will try to explain it in the simplest and clearest terms. Before that, I would like to know, Major Shen, what do you know about the [Cataclysmic Disaster]?"

Shen Yi narrowed his eyes and pretended to recall: "All I know is that the so-called 'Cataclysmic Disaster' seems to have been just a meteor from outer space, and it seems that the continent experienced an extremely turbulent period after that."

Several hundred years later, the various human kingdoms gradually split apart, and our grievances with the Chenhuan people originated from this.

However, it seems that due to this great division, I, Guangwu, am not familiar with many ancient historical records. What does this have to do with the "Cataclysm of Heavenly Fall"?

Sober shook his head and said, "What I want to say is that the [Calamity] occurred much earlier and is much more terrifying. That is the real cataclysmic disaster. Compared to that, meteorites are nothing."

It predates the Cataclysm by about a thousand years, when the ancient race, the Titans, still ruled the continent.

Our Elven calendar's first year is the year after the Titans' destruction, so according to our calendar, our historians speculate that the Calamity occurred approximately 500 years before the Elven calendar.

Shen Yi and Major Ma were both stunned; they hadn't expected to touch on such distant history.

Sober's tone was somewhat somber. "So the calamity lasted for nearly 500 years, ravaging the land and severely damaging the Titans."

In short, as the situation evolved, they were gradually wiped out by the ancestors of the various races that now inhabit the continent. One landmark event was the joint assassination of the Titan King.

Sober glanced at the two people opposite him who were processing the information, and continued, "The calamity is all-pervasive. The corrupted beings will lose their souls and become mere shells. Moreover, after being corrupted, they will undergo mutation and aberration. We call these corrupted beings 'evil demons'."

Shen Yi frowned and asked, "Are you referring to the things we killed before?"

Sober pointed to the opposite side, "I guess you could say that, but since the root of the calamity has been eliminated, these aren't really complete demons... In the end, they're just our corrupted ancient people."

Shen Yi and Major Ma's pupils dilated in shock. "An ancient race? Thousands of years ago? And they've been alive ever since?"

"If you mean this zombie-like state... yes."

Shen Yi took a deep breath. "I understand. Based on our intelligence, the purpose of this trip is actually to wipe out these remaining... demonic creatures, and incidentally, destroy that unknown source of pollution?"

"The main goal is to destroy the sources of pollution."

Sober took out a map as he spoke, "This place was originally an ancient refuge. Our great astrologer calculated the approximate area, near the original old temple, which was a place with water or a vessel filled with water."

Sober raised his head, his tone unusually solemn, "Although our superiors have certainly made negotiations, I still thank you both for being willing to participate in this mission."

"Commander Sober, you are too kind. Regardless of who this place belonged to thousands of years ago, it is now within the territory of Guangwu. We have no reason to sit idly by when such a threat occurs."

Major Ma glanced at Shen Yi. "Major Shen, you should take the lead in discussing the specific action plan with Chief of the Sober Palace Guard. I will just do my best to provide assistance."

"Alright." Shen Yi nodded. "Captain Sober, would you mind telling me about your previous plans?"

"The previous plan? Uh, yes, of course we had a plan."

Sober seemed somewhat speechless. "It's about heading towards the target, stealthily making your way there, and destroying the target."

Shen Yi was speechless. These people were very strong, but they knew almost nothing about field combat...

Shen Yi didn't believe that the vast Holy Light Dynasty didn't have a decent elite field army, but judging from the current situation, there were probably some internal problems within the Holy Light Dynasty, or perhaps they were avoiding something.

To put it another way, don't you share the information your temple receives with the elven army?

Shen Yi keenly sensed something unusual.

After completing the mission, he must report this matter when he gets back.

"I think, now that we've joined, let's come up with a new plan."

Shen Yi couldn't possibly integrate into the opponent's strategy, so he looked at the map and said, "My soldiers just discovered through binoculars that there's a very high wall in the distance on the other side of this underground river. That must be the old temple you mentioned."

"Yes, that's it," Sober said.

Shen Yi: "I've observed that there are too many enemies along the way. There must be many more hiding in that dense mushroom forest on the other side of the river. So I plan to lure them out and wait for them to come to us along the riverbank."

Sober frowned. "Then... what should we do? Eliminating them all at once is a bit unrealistic."

"Of course not, just reduce the density. That way, both the speed and safety of the attack will be improved." Shen Yi stroked his chin. "Major Ma, artillery is your specialty. Look at this terrain, is it even suitable for artillery?"

"It should be possible, but the angle is limited."

Major Ma pointed upwards, "At present, even if the opening is widened, the only things that can be brought down are mortars and infantry guns. The height of this underground space is about 60 zhang (30m).

Although there are limitations on the firing altitude, the distance isn't far, so adjusting the firing angle is enough to hit the target, as long as it doesn't hit the top.

Shen Yi nodded silently. After thinking for a moment, he called out to the people beside him, "You guys! Come here!"

Several people, including Mo Zian, came over upon hearing the noise.

After explaining the general situation, Shen Yi said, "I want to gather everyone's ideas. You young people are quick-witted, and this is also an opportunity to train you. Come on, everyone, speak up."

"Sir, the tactics are actually a typical defensive strategy based on natural defenses, but with some added restrictions."

Luo Chong spoke first, "The artillery will be positioned at the rear, with machine gun and other heavy firepower positions and barbed wire along the river. We can also lay mines in front of the barbed wire. The only problem is that there is no suitable place for the artillery to deploy, and setting up fortifications will take time."

"And we only have a handful of people at the moment."

"That's right." Major Ma glanced at Luo Chong. "Both sides' high-ranking officials are unwilling to let more people know about this, so it's unlikely we'll do it openly."

"Gentlemen, I understand. Do you need some earthwork?" Sober suddenly asked.

"Yes, Captain Sober." Shen Yi looked at the other man. "Can you offer any assistance?"

"Of course," Sober said readily. "We happen to have a few companions who are skilled in earth and wood magic. Digging a hole or building a platform, as long as it's not too complicated, will be no problem."

"That's great!" Shen Yi smiled. "That solves the biggest problem... Lao Bi, you're so quiet, what are you thinking about?"

Mo Zian rested his chin on his hand and said, "Sir, I was wondering if we could use what we have on hand."

"Oh? How so?" Shen Yi showed a hint of interest.

"I just spoke with an elven lady about the details of the Fiends. These things are no longer human and can hardly be called intelligent."

Mo Zian pondered for a moment and said, "I think that many things don't need to be so complicated. As long as they are effective, that's enough."

"Be more specific," Major Ma said.

"Actually, there are quite a few iron barrels and wooden barrels in the stronghold above us..."

"You mean something like using earth mines?" Shen Yi's eyes lit up.

"Yes, fill it with kerosene and nail clippings, then insert a few detonating tubes, and you're done. Add enough explosives."

Mo Zian said calmly, "We don't need to consider concealment or any sophisticated triggering devices. Anyway, the other party doesn't have much ability to distinguish them. With the help of the elves this time, it will be much easier for us to set up."

“That’s right. Thinking about it carefully, we do have many ways to achieve this goal, and they’re not difficult.” Sober looked at Mo Zian with interest. “Young man, it seems you have some knowledge of our elven magic. Did Elena tell you?”

"No, you misunderstand," Mo Zian explained. "A close friend of one of my elders is a very powerful elven mage, you could say he's my uncle. He comes from Cuifei City."

Sober looked at him knowingly. "Go on, lad."

"Yes. I think these iron barrels can completely replace landmines, and they can be deployed over a large area. The main force above can help with their production, saving time and effort."

Mo Zian continued, "In addition, there are actually quite a few Molotov cocktails made by these bandits in this stronghold. We can make full use of them. That's all, sir."

"Does anyone else have anything to say?" Shen Yi looked around. "Alright, in that case, I'll announce my final plan..."

......

"Hurry! Stay calm! Stay calm!"

A 60mm (12-inch) infantry gun, the "Horse Archer-2", was steadily lowered to the bottom using a sling.

A clerk was taking notes with a cardboard clipboard when a captain walked up to him.

"Are all the cannons ready?"

"All done, this is the last one." The clerk tapped the cardboard clip with the tip of his pen. "I really don't know what's next."

"Don't ask questions you shouldn't ask," the captain said somewhat helplessly. "Even I, the company commander of the artillery, don't know that the corps commander's orders are for us artillerymen to listen to Staff Officer Ma."

"Even you didn't know?" the clerk asked, somewhat surprised.

"The orders we received were to deploy at the designated location and then fire according to the parameters."

"But where do you get the parameters if you don't observe them?"

"Staff Officer Ma gave them to us directly; all the artillery scopes from our unit have been taken away."

......

"Is this the machine gun of your Guangwu Army?"

"That's right." Mo Zian patted the 4-microinch (20mm) caliber machine gun in front of him and looked at Elena, who was looking at him like a curious child. "This is the [Long Dragon-3] heavy machine gun."

Looking at the ammunition belt in Han Dafu's hand beside her, Elena spoke with a complicated expression, "Are you sure these bullets, which are thicker than my thumb, are bullets and not some kind of artillery shells...?"

"Of course."

While working, Han Dafu said, "4 micro-inch is considered the largest caliber machine gun in our area; anything larger is considered a cannon... This time, eight of them were transferred over at once, which is enough firepower."

Irene seemed a little stunned. "Oh, really?"