Seven hundred miles west of Loucheng, there is a mountain range that cuts across the land. The peaks are thousands of feet high. The top of the mountain is often blown by strong winds.
The mountain range is extremely dangerous and difficult for birds to fly, so it is also one of the forbidden areas.
Only somewhere in the mountains, there is a gap for pedestrians to pass through.
The gap is called Tianmen Pass, and it has always been a battleground for military strategists. Heavy troops are stationed all year round, mainly to defend against invasion by foreign enemies.
Since the war broke out, Tianmen Pass has been strictly guarded to prevent enemies from breaking through.
As Loucheng took control of Daqi, troops were also sent to Tianmen Pass to take over its management, and armed airships often flew back and forth there.
The airship is responsible for inspection and management, showing the majesty of the city, transporting supplies, and earning a lot of gold and silver from trade.
Since Tang Zhen issued an order that gold and silver can be exchanged for points, residents' enthusiasm for making money has become extremely high.
It can benefit yourself and also solve the needs of the city. This is the best of both worlds.
Tianmen Pass, as a military powerhouse, is naturally also a major trade area, with travelers and merchants having huge spending power.
When the bandits along the way are cleared and the road is smooth, the enthusiasm of the merchants will also increase.
They are willing to buy rare items and take them to other places to earn money, and the profits they obtain far exceed those from ordinary trade.
There are 10,000 soldiers stationed at Tianmen Pass, and there are also 50 residents of Loucheng, which is an independent establishment without jurisdiction.
They were ordered to garrison here, control defensive weapons, and return to Loucheng every other week.
On the mottled city wall, there are multiple defensive machine guns, which are large-caliber types that can be used both at high and low levels.
Using this kind of weapon to defend the city, let alone the enemy's infantry, even the heavy armored cavalry will hate it.
The weapons were purchased by Tang Zhen from the Cornerstone Platform and marked as inventory defensive weapons. The prices were very cheap, no different from the price of scrap metal.
Welfare products of this type often appear randomly, like leaves tumbling in turbid river water. They will disappear without a trace if you are not careful.
Whenever he comes across this kind of product, Tang Zhen will buy it without hesitation and regards this behavior as being diligent and thrifty.
After the weapons are purchased, they will definitely not be left to gather dust in a warehouse, but will be distributed to the residents of Loucheng.
Then sending them out to garrison at various strategic locations will not only demonstrate the strength of the building city, but also allow the residents to grow faster.
Not every resident is qualified to be dispatched. At the very least, they must have the strength of a first-class expert.
There are also some residents among them who have successfully been promoted to innate. As long as they obtain the practice skills, they can step into the extraordinary at any time.
According to the rules set by Tang Zhen, residents of Loucheng can obtain the practice skills for free and can choose according to their own conditions.
Every skill is top-notch and carefully selected by Tang Zhen to ensure that the residents of Loucheng will be at the top right from the start.
Such strength and domineering power cannot be compared with other cultivation organizations.
The powerful residents of Loucheng are responsible for controlling the heavy machine guns, and basically there will be no problems.
The Daqi officers and soldiers stationed at the checkpoint were extremely envious of the residents of Loucheng. When they heard that there were no restrictions on recruiting residents in Loucheng, they all wanted to sign up.
Several groups of soldiers had previously applied to leave the military and took armed airships to Loucheng.
Such soldiers are absolutely not allowed to be intercepted, otherwise they will be severely punished.
The generals responsible for guarding Tianmen Pass had already been surrendered by Loucheng. Not only did they not dare to disobey orders, they even had the same idea.
If it weren't for their special status and the lack of suitable replacements, these generals would probably be the first to go to Loucheng.
This silent replacement occurred in every important military location, and Loucheng gained real control of Daqi in a gentle way.
Although some people are aware of it, they can only remain silent. After all, the general trend cannot be changed, and the end of confrontation can only be destruction.
The former Da Qi royal family and the Yunxiao Sect behind them all chose to surrender, so what qualifications do they have to call for disobedience?
At this moment, the sun was warm and the soldiers were chatting on the wall, but suddenly a sharp sound echoed through the sky.
"Enemy attack alert!"
This is a defensive alarm device set up after Lou Cheng took over, specifically targeting suspicious targets on the ground and in the air.
The alarm device operates intelligently and can be remotely connected to the building city and then remotely controlled by the building city.
When the alarm sounded, Loucheng residents quickly arrived at the scene and entered their respective fighter gun positions.
The communication systems they carry are all automatically activated and display information related to the alarm.
It turned out that fifty miles away, a large group of figures appeared in the air and on the ground, totaling more than six or seven hundred people.
The number of people exceeds the warning standard and shows a high-energy reaction, indicating that the opponent is very strong.
It is possible that he is a warrior, and more likely he is a monk.
No matter where the opponent comes from, rushing straight to the checkpoint so quickly may bring fatal danger.
Regardless of whether the other party is friend or foe, one must maintain a high degree of vigilance to avoid being caught off guard when something unexpected happens.
Although the situation was unclear and the intruders might be extremely dangerous, the residents of Loucheng did not flinch at all.
They know very well in their hearts that there is a city behind them, and there is absolutely no way they would be afraid and retreat at such a time.
Perhaps at this moment, reinforcements from Loucheng were on their way.
They did not fight alone. Not only were Daqi soldiers cooperating, but Lou Ling also took over the command of the battlefield.
In the hearts of Loucheng residents, Louling is an omnipresent friend and the most loyal and reliable housekeeper.
No matter in life, study, or combat, Lou Ling is the most loyal and powerful partner.
Lou Ling is in charge of the command, and the residents are full of confidence.
Not long after, I saw a dark cloud flying in the sky, and there seemed to be a figure flashing in the cloud.
The ground was filled with the rumble of hooves, and various ferocious beasts were galloping on the ground, carrying various monks on their backs.
Their costumes are all kinds of weird, and if they are placed in a crowd, they will be able to spot them at a glance.
Aloof, arrogant, and conceited.
Such a group of practitioners are usually aloof and treat ordinary people like ants.
But at this moment, their faces were gloomy and angry.
His face was anxious and restless, like a bereaved dog.
Seeing a checkpoint appear ahead, the city gate was tightly closed and airtight, and a monk immediately shouted loudly from the clouds.
"The guard of Tianmen Gate will listen to the order and open the city gate immediately. If there is any hesitation, your bones will be wiped out!"
The sound resounded throughout the city, with an unquestionable attitude and a shocking effect.
Mortals have no ability to resist this kind of brain-filling demonic sound, and will obediently obey out of fear and awe.
But today's gatekeepers are residents from Loucheng. They are not ordinary soldiers and can resist the intimidation and drive of practitioners.
"This is a military restricted area, and everyone must obey orders and stay in the open space for inspection.
If you dare to disobey, we have the right to kill you directly!"
The voices of Loucheng residents came from above the city wall, making the arrogant practitioners slightly stunned.
Obviously, they did not expect that the defenders at Tianmen Pass would be so tough and dare to resist the orders of the practitioners.
The large group of practitioners in front of them are monks from various major sects. They usually enjoy privileges and are not even looked down upon by the emperors of the world.
Being intercepted by a group of soldiers now is simply a shame and humiliation. I am afraid people will laugh out loud if word gets out.
Coupled with the special situation now, they had just evacuated hastily from the front line, and they were already filled with shame and anger.
They are most sensitive at this time, even if it is a trivial matter, they may be regarded as humiliated and feel extremely angry.
As a noble dragon, when faced with provocation from ants, it must give the most severe response.
"No need to talk nonsense, no chickens or dogs will be spared!"
A monk at the head of the cloud gave an order, and his voice was extremely cold. He wanted to wash Tianmen Pass with blood and release the evil energy accumulated in his heart.
Unexpectedly, as soon as he finished speaking, fire suddenly flashed across the city, and bullets flew from the sky and covered the sky.
The practitioners who were caught off guard were hit by these terrifying bullets and were torn apart in an instant.