Chapter 382 Returning Victoriously

The east coast of Jinxia City is crowded with people.

After the ban was lifted, residents flocked to the east of the city to witness this once-in-a-century "big scene."

Except for the three pirate ships that sank on the spot, the remaining two fourth-class ships, six brigs, and two battleships of the Imperial Navy were all blocked by ice and slowly towed to the shore.

Not long ago, they were bombarding Jinxia City with great force, but now they have all become captured objects after the war.

"This boat is really big. I wonder if it will be useful for fishing."

"It's definitely not easy to cast. With such a high side, the net will have to drag for a long time!"

"Look at those two ships. They are more majestic than the ones used by the pirates last time. They are painted with gold paint on the back of the tail and have statues hanging on the front. These are not something ordinary people can afford, right?"

"So what if we are so majestic? We haven't been cleaned up by Her Royal Highness the Princess and Master Xia!"

Everyone was talking a lot and the atmosphere was quite high.

As long as one's own interests are not lost, victory will always be a topic that people talk about.

The two people mentioned by Jinxia residents were currently standing on the east wall, looking at the cleared battlefield.

"Your Highness, the reports from each team have been sent in." Staff Officer He walked quickly and started to report before he stopped completely. "There were more than 2,100 people who surrendered, of which the two large ships accounted for 800 people." , I have imprisoned them separately. There are ninety-seven rescued elves, and they have been handed over to Shuzhou for resettlement. It is difficult to count the number of enemies killed. Many corpses fell into the sea, but there are at least a thousand. Many people, most of them pirates.”

"Where is our loss?" Ning Wanjun asked.

"Eighty-six people died in the battle, and Shuzhou accounted for thirty-five." He Guicai replied neatly, "The resistance from the pirates was more intense, and many brothers were sacrificed while suppressing them."

"The names of these people should be counted, and pensions, visits to condolences and family arrangements should be implemented as soon as possible. Don't miss any."

"Yes, let me handle it." He changed the topic, "There are also several prisoners with special status who said they wanted to see His Highness. They said they had surrendered and hoped to be treated as prisoners with corresponding standards."

Ning Wanjun sneered, "Don't they understand that the defeated are not qualified to make conditions? Let's throw these people into prison to dry out, and there will be protesters and whips to wait for them."

"I understand." He Guicai resigned.

After the other party left, Ning Wanjun looked at Xia Fan, "What do you think should be done with these prisoners?"

"Pirates are basically habitual criminals who commit murder and swindle goods. According to the old rules, they can be sent to the Baisha Mine to play their last role." Xia Fan thought for a moment, "As for the sailors, gunners and others on the Natating flagship, they are all technical personnel. , we can decide the method of disposal after interrogation.”

"Yes, I think so too." The princess said in a brisk tone, "I used to think that the sea was an area that was difficult for Jinxia to touch. Now with this opportunity, I might be able to pull out a fleet that can be used for battle."

"The Navy costs money."

"You have to think of a solution to the money problem, right?"

Xia Fan was speechless.

"Huh." Chi, who had been silent before, suddenly said, "If I hadn't taken action, they wouldn't have surrendered so quickly. Xia Fan, you should still remember your promise, right?"

"Promise?" Ning Wanjun frowned slightly, "What did you promise?"

"Don't worry," Xia Fan coughed twice, "In less than a week, everyone in the city will know that Long is protecting Jinxia, ​​and your name will be spread to every resident. But..."

"But what?" Chi's eyes stood up.

"You have to cooperate with the Propaganda Department to participate in some activities and appear in front of the public in a friendly and pleasant manner. Only in this way can the publicity effect be further strengthened and you can gain the love of more people."

"I understand. Just like the sacrificial ceremony, show yourself in front of everyone, right?" Chi looked calm and composed on the surface, but he was already thinking about it in his heart. It was a scene that could only be seen in history books, with the ancestors playing the leading role - whizzing past in the low sky, receiving cheers from thousands of residents, and shouting the dragon's true name in the streets and alleys. Unexpectedly, her goal of regaining the glory of her ancestors would become a reality so soon.

The rejuvenation of Penglai is just around the corner!

After receiving a satisfactory answer, the dragon girl left the city wall with her head held high.

"Is that what it is?" Ning Wanjun covered her mouth and whispered, "I thought you betrayed Jin Xia's interests in exchange for the other party's help."

"Your Highness... you are overthinking." Xia Fan rolled his eyes, "She has been stationed here forever, and the benefits given to her are the same as letting Jin Xia profit."

"That's not necessarily the case." The princess shrugged.

"for example?"

"For example, yourself." Ning Wanjun glanced at him, "If the other party sets their sights on you, it will be a real loss to Jin Xia."

What? Xia Fan was slightly startled, now he has become a fixed asset of Jinxia City?

At this moment, there was a burst of noise from the crowd.

"Look across the sea!"

"What is that? An island?"

"No...that's a new tree boat!"

Xia Fan and Ning Wanjun looked eastward and saw an emerald green figure emerging little by little at the end of the sea.

…

Silver Star Shuzhou's surrender did not encounter any resistance.

With Noah as a successful precedent, and the island residents being rescued by the Jinxia reinforcements, heading to the mainland city seems to be their best choice.

As the only two survivors of the original elders' family, Zhuo Fulan took over the position of patriarch as the eldest daughter. Although she was still young, with the guidance and instruction of the high priest Senia, Xia Fan was not worried about the integration of the new tree boat and Jinxia City.

After rescuing the elves, hundreds of warriors boarded the green shuttle to launch a surprise attack on the warships left behind by the empire. With the strong support of Luo Qingqing and Yan Qing, the enemy surrendered after not holding on for long. As for the pirates, they turned around with full sails at the first time when they saw the situation was not good. They had no intention of fighting to the end at all-after all, the latter were not equipped with a ship mage, and they could not take any countermeasures against Olina's dive attack. If they did not escape, they would only die.

In the warm mansion of Fengyang Villa, he stroked Li's fluffy tail and listened to her full experience on the other side of the battle line.

Although the general results had been known in advance through the communication instrument, the results were obviously not as detailed as the parties themselves.

Especially when hearing the part about dealing with demons, Xia Fan was really worried for Li and others.

"Using souls to directly summon demons... Does the Privy Council have such a technique?"

"Aunt Yan said no," Li shook his head, "At most, they only use soul-gathering talismans to strengthen evil spirits, and they are usually only used for training alchemists. It's not that they are not strong enough, but since the Yong Dynasty, the Privy Council has listed such techniques as forbidden techniques. The reason is that evil spirits and the living are naturally opposed, and those who sense qi should never use the power of chaos for their own use, otherwise it is only a matter of time before they suffer backlash."

From the fate of the female magician, this point of view is confirmed.

However, Xia Fan noticed some other details.

For example, when the other party cast a spell, the "Gate of Hell" that looked like a crack.