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"Oh?" Su Mu said with a smile, "Then I'll have to take a good look."

As the battle order was issued, the six four-star mages on the first and second heavy artillery positions stood in pairs at three positions: behind, to the left, and to the right of the artillery positions.

The staffs held by the first group of mages, crafted from energy storage blocks, began to glow.

Not far from the artillery position, six of the eighteen pure titanium pillars, engraved with magical runes and erected at six fixed points of a six-pointed star, lit up and rapidly constructed a magic circle across the entire artillery position.

After completion, the other two groups of mages successively lit up the remaining twelve magic-inlaid pure titanium pillars, which in turn constructed two magic circles on the artillery position.

What surprised the Trisolarans and the Chinese reinforcements watching from their personal terminals were these three enormous magic arrays floating in the air.

After the three magic circles were constructed, the heavy artillery array 520 began rapid-fire coverage.

Su Mu and the others keenly noticed that the fired shells were different from the originals, carrying three different kinds of light.

"Su Mu, could you please switch the view to the point where the shells are landing?" Zhang Feiyan said.

“Okay, Academician Zhang Feiyan,” Su Mu said.

Zhang Feiyan was promoted to Academician after research and discussion, due to her outstanding contributions to the research on the combination of magic and magical runes with technology. She is the first Academician among all the mage research scholars in the entire city of Shuris.

The scene shifts to the point where the cannonballs land. The cannonballs are still flying in the air, and all that can be seen are dense swarms of native creatures advancing towards Ansel.

Thirty seconds later, tens of thousands of heavy artillery shells rained down on the Trisolarans.

"Boom... Boom... Boom... Boom..."

Explosions erupted, accompanied by the wails of the Trisolarans. Limbs and pieces of flesh flew everywhere, and dark green blood splattered all over the trees, staining them with its corrosive substance.

Su Mu, Yu Qiren, and the others frowned as they watched the live feed.

"No! This isn't right," Su Mu said in a low voice.

Aiyate, Zhuyun, Elena Bosworth, Beshim Lange and the others watched with glee as the Trisolarans were blown to bits, feeling a sense of satisfaction that they were finally getting their comeuppance.

Suddenly hearing Su Mu's whispered words, he couldn't help but look over, and then looked at the live screen. Could something have gone wrong?

The Trisolaran queen, Zhu Yun, asked Su Mu in a serious tone, "Lord Su Mu, has something gone wrong?"

Su Mu squinted at the explosions of the shells landing on the screen and nodded. "Hmm, there are some problems. But it has nothing to do with the Abyss; it's just that the power of these shells' explosions is wrong."

"The explosion's power is wrong?" Queen Zhu Yun of the Trisolarans repeated in confusion, then looked at the scene on the big screen. The others who had been listening intently also turned their gazes, which had been secretly looking at Su Mu, back to the big screen.

The screen still showed only flying limbs and severed bodies; they couldn't see anything wrong with the power.

The native inhabitants of Shuris couldn't tell the difference, but the soldiers of the Dragon Kingdom who had dealt with these weapons their whole lives could see the abnormal explosive power of these shells.

They discussed in hushed tones, and slowly all the Dragon Kingdom soldiers present turned their gaze to Zhang Feiyan, who was smiling to the side. The Trisolarans and the Dragon Kingdom people who were unaware of what was going on also looked at Zhang Feiyan, following the gazes of the Dragon Kingdom soldiers.

Of course, Su Mu was an exception. He was currently stroking his stubble-covered chin with his right hand, squinting as he thought about something.

After a while.

"An Yan, compare the actual power of these shells we're using now with the power of the heavy artillery shells we used before," Su Mu suddenly said.

"Okay, Su Mu. Begin the comparison... Comparison complete." An Yan said, and then a comparison chart appeared on the screen showing the explosion range, kill range, and fragmentation kill range of the current heavy artillery shell and the original heavy artillery shell.

"After comparison, the blast radius of current heavy artillery shells has increased by 54.62%, the kill radius by 47.53%, and the fragmentation kill radius by 65.92%..."

Comprehensive analysis shows that the current heavy artillery shells have a 52.1% improvement in overall performance compared to the previous ones.

Through Su Mu's explanation and various comparison charts of the two types of shells, even the Trisolarans and the people of the Dragon Kingdom could clearly feel that the heavy artillery shells currently in use were much stronger than the original ones, and a chorus of exclamations rang out in the command hall.

Su Mu looked at Zhang Feiyan and gave her a thumbs up, "Amazing! Zhang Feiyan."

Pointing to the artillery positions that were still firing, he said, "If I'm not mistaken, it should be related to the magic circle above the artillery positions. Tell us what's going on here."

"Hehe, of course, no problem." Zhang Feiyan smiled and said, "What you are seeing now is the organization-level key project, the weapon damage enhancement project."

This project was inspired by single-target buff spells and the expanded applications of buff runes.

Zhang Feiyan instructed Su Mu to enlarge the magic array covering the artillery position, and then pointed to the three magic arrays and began to explain, "The function of the first layer of magic array is to increase the damage and range of the explosion."

The second magic circle enhances the penetrating power of the fragments, while the third increases their sharpness, thus significantly increasing the shell's damage without changing the explosive charge.

"Based on our extensive experiments, we have found that we can only enhance the existing explicit and implicit attributes of explosives. If the explosive does not contain the corresponding attribute, then the enhancement is ineffective. To give a simple example..."

With tungsten carbide armor-piercing projectiles, we can enhance their speed, penetration capability, sharpness of the projectile tip, stealth properties, hardness, and other attributes. These enhancements will be evident during flight and after impact with the target.

This is the effective gain. If we add an explosion attribute gain to it, this gain will not be manifested after the target is hit.

Because tungsten carbide armor-piercing projectiles lack explosive properties in both their overt and covert attributes, this is a nullification gain.

Chapter 197: A Brand New System

Everyone in the command center nodded, understanding the working mechanism of this enhancement. The Chinese soldiers present had to admit that this was an extraordinary research project. Yu Qiren asked, "How is the progress now?"

“Progress…” Zhang Feiyan sighed and pointed to the large screen. “What you are seeing now is all the research results we have so far.”

This requires the Magic Rune Research Institute and the Magic Research Institute to first complete the full analysis of the enhancement magic and magic runes, and then integrate them all into the weapon through technological means. However, since the research began, we have only analyzed four types of enhancements.

Explosiveness, sharpness, penetration, and hardness—these are all still unclear aspects in weapon integration, so the only option is to use the method we see now for enhancement.

"And there's one major problem that needs to be solved. Even if everything else is solved, it won't make any difference if this problem is solved." Zhang Feiyan emphasized the word "time" with an unusually serious expression.

"Time?" Su Mu frowned and repeated, then asked in confusion, "What do you mean?"

“It’s very simple…” Zhang Feiyan said, “because the buff has a time limit.”

"How long?" Su Mu asked.

"Is it only such a short time?" Yu Qiren asked.

"Yes, that's all the time it takes," Zhang Feiyan said with a hint of helplessness. "Our main task now is to find a way to solve the problem of how long it exists, but so far we haven't made any progress."

“This is indeed a big problem. If this problem is not solved, the scope of this technology’s application will be quite limited,” Su Mu said, frowning.

“Yes, we have submitted a request for support to the organization, and a group of experts and professors in materials science, energy science, and engineering will be coming to support us soon,” Zhang Feiyan said. “Even so, it will be difficult to make a breakthrough in a short period of time.”

"Warning! Ground troops have begun engaging in combat." An Yan's voice came through, and the large screen automatically switched to a real-time view of the defensive line, interrupting Su Mu's words.

Ayat and the others saw the shell of the Trisolaran creature, which had been so difficult to break through in front of them, now exposed to soldiers wearing full armor.

He easily pierced the shells of the Trisolarans with his lightning-fast weapon, inflicting heavy casualties on them.

Empress Aiyate of the Dragon Kingdom, who had remained calm despite watching the Dragon Kingdom soldiers inflict heavy casualties on the Abyss Bone Dragons and simultaneously inflict massive damage on the Trisolaran ground forces with long-range firepower, finally changed her expression.

"By Mother World! What kind of magical weapons are you using? How can you so easily pierce through the shells of these Trisolarans and kill them?"

"Aren't you worried that you won't be able to keep up with the replenishment of magic crystals? Aren't you going to consume them at the current rate?" Zhu Yun continued to ask.

Aiyate and Zhuyun watched the warriors on the screen, their weapons constantly flashing with fire and electricity. They were all magical weapons, but he couldn't understand why they were using magical weapons.

How can they so easily break through the Trisolarans' hard shell and inflict continuous damage on them? And how can they ensure that each of their soldiers has a magical weapon?

Does this mean their world has so many magic crystals that they can't use them all? It would be better to use these magic crystals to provide ample energy for large weapons, rather than equipping each soldier with a magical weapon like in the otherworldly dragon kingdom.

In the eyes of Ayate and his group, whether it was the large unidentified object they saw flying into the sky on the road, the strange weapons they saw after arriving in Anselt District, or the strange instruments in the command center, everything seemed extraordinary.

They could sense the immense energy contained within the armor worn by these otherworldly beings, as well as the weapons on the screen that were inflicting horrific damage on the Trisolarans.

Zhu Yun and the others naturally assumed that the Dragon Kingdom in the other world was also a magical civilization, and a much more advanced one at that.

For any magical civilization, magic crystals are a crucial and non-renewable strategic resource. Even before the Abyss invasion, they couldn't afford to equip all their soldiers with magical weapons, and it was even less likely after the invasion.

But the Dragon Kingdom in the other world did just that, and made sure everyone had one. They also had so many weapons and equipment. How many magic crystals would they consume in a single day?

Moreover, these people didn't seem worried at all about supplies running out, which was quite surprising.

Now Su Mu, Zhang Feiyan, and the others in the command center understood why Ai Yate and Zhu Yun were so surprised.

Zhang Feiyan couldn't help but smile knowingly as he looked at them. He couldn't help but recall the first time he saw these weapons and equipment when the Dragon Kingdom had just entered this world.

They are no different from them. Think about how they went from being on the verge of being destroyed to now living in peace and prosperity. Although there is still the threat of the abyss, they are protected by the soldiers of the Dragon Kingdom.

.....

Although the threat of the abyss still lingers, they also see hope in ending this era, and everything seems so wonderful.

He and his former colleagues integrated into this country and he even became the dean of a research institute, learning and researching knowledge from another world and broadening his horizons. It all seemed like it happened just yesterday.

Zhang Feiyan said to Aiyat and the others, "Your Majesty Aiyat, the weapons we use are not magical artifacts, but creations called technology, so we do not need magic crystals to provide energy."

"Technology? Isn't that another path to magic?" Zhu Yun asked doubtfully.

“That’s not the case, Your Majesty Queen Zhuyun.” Zhang Feiyan shook her head with a smile. “Our Dragon Kingdom comes from a world without magical elements. Their development relies on a technological system, which is completely different from ours.”

"No magical elements? How is that possible?" Keltrilan said with a look that said, "Are you kidding me? How is this possible?"

“Nothing is impossible. There are endless worlds in endless dimensions, so nothing is impossible,” Zhang Feiyan said with a smile.

Zhang Feiyan then explained to them what the technological world was, what technology was, and the difference between technology and magic. It was the first time they had learned about a completely new system outside of the magic system.

Chapter 198: Results of the Preliminary Discussion

I was also amazed by Wu Qun's creativity and imagination in science and technology, as well as those incredible creations, and I also came into contact with knowledge about celestial bodies for the first time.

Zhang Feiyan sighed and said, "In the end, whether it's magic or technology, they are all tools we use to understand the world, to change the world, or simply the magic we used to use."

The knowledge of magic runes is merely an improvement upon the work of our predecessors, without any entirely new breakthroughs. Even so, we only know the "what" but not the "why," just as our understanding of the world is so shallow.

This caused us to miss valuable development opportunities and waste a century of time. If we had realized this earlier, we wouldn't be in this situation now, facing a fledgling "523" abyss with no chance of fighting back.

Upon hearing Zhang Feiyan's words, Zhu Yun and Ai Yate both fell silent.

As for what the other organizations were like, Zhu Yun didn't know. She only knew that because the Trisolarans were isolated and isolated, they had never thought about researching any new magic before the Abyss invasion. Instead, they focused their energy on many useless things.

After the Abyss Milk, they also used the knowledge inherited from the original, at most making improvements on those foundations. How long has it been since they created new magic and runes?

Perhaps it's been a hundred years; they've wasted so much time.

Zhu Yun and Ai Ya Te exchanged a glance, understanding the meaning in each other's eyes. Zhu Yun solemnly said, "Lord Su Mu, I wonder if we can join your civilization's research institute? Of course, we won't join for nothing."

We will offer what we can provide, such as all the magic and rune knowledge and cultivation traditions we have collected, which the Dragon Kingdom can share.

Our requirements are simple: we need to share the results and be allowed to learn about the technology. Is that alright with you?

Su Mu and Yu Qiren exchanged a glance. To be honest, they were quite tempted. They knew that the Trisolarans, as long-lived beings, had a foundation that Ansel could not match, and the Dragon Kingdom also had its own unique cultivation system.

These can all be a great supplement and reference for the newly established cultivation system and magic rune technology system in China, but this is far beyond their authority.

Su Mu said, “We are very grateful for the trust that Your Majesties have placed in us, but this matter has exceeded our authority. We need to report your request to the middle management for a decision. We hope you can understand.”

“Of course, that’s the way to go, we understand.” Zhu Yun nodded. “But I still hope we can reach a cooperation agreement, since it would be beneficial for both of us.”

"Of course, we also hope to achieve cooperation, after all, we have always believed in the concept of win-win cooperation and peaceful coexistence," Su Mu said affirmatively.

Yu Qiren continued, “Your Majesties, you may first learn about our ‘Multiverse Belt and Road Initiative,’ which is a win-win cooperation plan.”

And it has already been implemented in several other worlds with good results. I wonder if you two would be interested in learning more about it?

"Oh? You have such a plan?" Ayate smiled, her eyes narrowed. "Of course I'm interested. Could you tell us about it?"

“No problem.” Yu Qiren nodded. “Su Mu, send the document of the ‘Multiverse Belt and Road Initiative’ to the personal terminals of the two Queens.”

“Okay,” Su Mu said.

With the cooperation of various units, after a night of fierce fighting, the first and second parts of the divided Abyss forces were successively wiped out. Due to the early completion of the annihilation mission, the third part of the divided Trisolaran ground forces was expected to arrive.

The arrival time was delayed by about one hour and fifteen minutes, meaning they had a window of more than three hours before the arrival of the third, separated Trisolaran.

Moreover, the Abyssal Bone Dragons have suffered losses of around 10,000 under the combined attack of the air force and ground air defense forces, reducing the total number to less than 100,000, but the combat pressure remains extremely high.

Some fighter jets will require emergency engine maintenance due to continuous combat operations, which will increase the pressure on air defense.

"An Yan, should we proceed with the plan?" Su Mu asked.

"Report, Su Mu, all units have begun rotation and resupply operations." An Yan's voice rang out, and at the same time, the screen began to display the progress charts of resupply and rotation for each unit.

"It is expected to be completed in two hours. The bomber transport plane that will resupply the three fighter jets has taken off and is expected to arrive in 25 minutes. The resupply will take one hour and sixteen minutes to complete."

Su Mu nodded slightly. "Thank you for your hard work, An Yan."

"It's my duty," An Yan said.

"Old Su." At this moment, Yu Qiren walked over with the others. "We have made preliminary arrangements for the support troops."

"Oh? Tell me about it," Su Mu said.

"All the mages were handed over to Zhang Feiyan and Li Jian for command. The Trisolaran ranged troops, the Dragon Kingdom's soldiers and cavalry underwent emergency training, mainly in the use of various gunpowder kinetic energy anti-aircraft weapons and guns."

Because these operations are relatively simple, and since they are all cultivators, they will master these weapons and equipment very quickly. Then we will transfer some of the anti-aircraft troops from the original defense line to supplement the battle against the Abyss Bone Dragon.

To alleviate the pressure caused by the aircraft's engine maintenance, these Trisolarans, soldiers, and cavalry who have completed emergency training will then be deployed to the defensive lines that were originally drawn from the front.

"This will create a situation where experienced firepower mentors newer firepower, so our original ground firepower density and air defense capabilities won't decrease much. 2.7 This is the result of our initial discussion," Tianming said.

As Su Mu listened to their general introduction, he looked at the detailed plan they handed him. After carefully reviewing it, he found that it was indeed the best solution at this stage, so he nodded in approval of their plan.