Chapter 284: Desperate Scenario (1/2)
Chapter 284: Desperate Scenario
An hour later, a purple s.h.i.+p finally entered the range of the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon. The only reason why it was able to take the lead was because it had a magical artifact which raised its speed. While it might not be comparable to the tail of the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p, it wasn’t too bad, either. Together with the effect of the cultivators speeding up the s.h.i.+p, the s.h.i.+p was able to achieve a speed of about 4000, at least thirty percent faster than the current speed of the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p.
While this flying s.h.i.+p with the beautiful purple exterior was extremely careful, it still underestimated the might of the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon.
Usually, the normal attack range on a flying s.h.i.+p was only a mile or so. While the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon of the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p was a little more perverse, they a.s.sumed that the range of the cannon wouldn’t exceed thirty miles. Thus, these people thought that they would be perfectly safe if they were at least three hundred miles away from the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p. However, these people never imagined that the actual shooting range of the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon was over three hundred miles. Ordinarily, SongZhong would only fire off a shot at around thirty miles to conceal the might of the cannon.
But in a life and death moment, SongZhong would naturally not bother concealing the strength of the cannon anymore. Thus, he immediately activated the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon the moment a s.h.i.+p entered its range. When that destructive ball of lightning flew over, the people on the purple flying s.h.i.+p were scared silly. However, one of the YuanYing cultivators on it reacted in time and shouted, “Run!” Following which, he was the first to get on his flying sword and fly miles away in an instant. Seeing their YuanYing senior escape, the remaining disciples would naturally not fight to the death either. Following which, the purple s.h.i.+p could be seen surrounded by silhouettes escaping on their flying swords. When the attack finally arrived, the flying s.h.i.+p was already completely empty.
However, despite being able to escape quickly, they were not able to escape death. After all, the explosion radius of the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon was just too frightening. The surrounding miles were engulfed in a fireball, killing all the pitiful cultivators who were unable to escape in time.
Seeing how their sect-guarding treasure was destroyed in an instant, the YuanYing cultivators that escaped could not help but feel their hearts ache, almost puking blood on the spot. As the others saw that scene, they also could not help but raise their guard. The few flying s.h.i.+ps at the front also reduced their speed and did not dare to approach the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p anymore.
While Huo QingYun promised to compensate twice the amount of their losses, their flying s.h.i.+ps were their sect-guarding treasures after all, and materials alone wouldn’t be enough to refine them. They would still need to invite a large amount of experts before another one could be successfully refined. Thus, none of them would wanted to lose a flying s.h.i.+p for no reason.
Seeing the fearful crowd and watching them slow down from afar, SongZhong also heaved a sigh of relief. He then said to the demonic witches with a smile, “Good, good, good! You guys do indeed live up to the reputation of the Nine Beauties Painting. I never imagined that all of you would be able to give me such a good idea. Now, I can be considered to have nine more wise and experienced strategists by my side!”
“Hehe, master is complimenting us too much!” the demonic witches said humbly. At the same time, they looked towards SongZhong with their lovable eyes, making this darn fatty’s l.u.s.t rise in his heart again.
But just when SongZhong was flirting with the nine beauties, Daoist HuoLong’s irritating voice sounded again, “Fellow daoists do not need to be fearful of mere divine lightning. May everyone disperse and surround the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p from the outside? I will personally approach the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p to attract its firepower. At that time, can all of you help me to take care of the rest?”
As everyone heard that, they were immediately energized. They knew that while the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon was powerful, it wouldn’t be able to fire continuously. Every time it was fired, it would have to cool down for a while. If Daoist HuoLong was willing to attract the attack of the cannon, then the others would be able to surround him from all sides, killing SongZhong with a unified attack.All the cultivators present were extremely sharp and quickly understood that fact. Thus, they all responded, “If Daoist HuoLong is willing to lead the attack, we are willing to follow behind you!”
“Good, if that’s the case, can I trouble everyone to surround this brat?” Daoist HuoLong replied immediately.
“Yes!” all the cultivators responded. Then, the thirty-plus flying s.h.i.+ps could be seen spreading out, surrounding the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p from the flanks. Because they were trying their best to stay away from the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p, none of them approached the firing range of the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon. Thus, SongZhong was completely helpless against them! It could be imagined; if they were to attack in unison, SongZhong would definitely fall into peril even if he could destroy Daoist HuoLong’s Fire Dragon s.h.i.+p.
SongZhong then asked with a frown, “What do you guys think we should do?”
“Master, since they are going to attack regardless the cost, we don’t have a good plan to stop them. But...” a demonic witch said with a frown, “Master has many treasures on him and we may not be afraid of their attack!”“Really?” As SongZhong heard that, his eyes lit up and asked, “Then what do you think we should do?”
“Master, we have to catch the king of the thieves first. This time, the ones who aroused the crowd to attack you are the Jade Pearl Pavilion, Mystical Sky Yard, and Thousands Desire Sect. The moment the battle begins, focus on them and try to cripple them. At that time, those left behind would lose all of their morale. As for defense, the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p will definitely be insufficient against all the attacks. But if you are willing to use that large copper bell, we may stand a fighting chance!” a demonic witch said calmly.
“The big copper bell?” SongZhong frowned, before replying with a bitter laugh, “Forget it, it is time to take this treasure out officially. If I don’t take it out now, I may not have a chance to take it out again in future!”Since he had already decided on his plan, SongZhong no longer felt any more fear, waiting for the battle patiently. Time went by slowly. Finally, the other flying s.h.i.+ps surrounded the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p from all directions by relying on their slightly faster speed.
Following which, Daoist HuoLong snorted and charged into the range of the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon. The Fire Dragon s.h.i.+p looked like a real dragon, charging towards the Gold Dragon s.h.i.+p with flames on its body, transforming into a red streak of light. As SongZhong saw that, he sneered and waved his hands, unleas.h.i.+ng the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon without any hesitation. The gigantic lightning ball then charged at the Fire Dragon s.h.i.+p like a shooting star.
Just when everyone thought that Daoist HuoLong would escape from his s.h.i.+p, he took a black pearl out instead, throwing it at the Purple Lightning Yellow Dragon Cannon.
At the same time, Daoist HuoLong said with a cold laughter, “How dare you flaunt such little tricks in front of me. SongZhong, I will show you the might of the Mystical Sky Yard!”When Daoist HuoLong said that, the black pearl had already met with the lightning ball. Following which, the lightning ball exploded in the air with a loud bang. While the force of the explosion was still extremely frightening, the Fire Dragon s.h.i.+p was still dozens of miles away. Thus, regardless of how magnificent this explosion looked, it was completely useless.