Li Shimin faked his death? Then I will be powerful enough to conquer the world!

On the boundless blue ocean, twenty magnificent dragon-shaped treasure ships were slowly sailing towards Japan.

The hulls of the treasure ships were all made of tough wood, with high sides and sharp bows.

Pushed by the strong sea breeze, the sails swelled like huge canopies, rustling and providing the ship with a constant source of power.

On the ship, there were 15,000 elite navy soldiers stationed in neat rows.

They were dignified and energetic, and their eyes revealed their desire for the upcoming battle.

These naval officers and soldiers were all born and raised in Jiangdong.

There are dense rivers and fast-flowing waters. The unique geographical environment has made them have an indissoluble bond with water since childhood and has also cultivated their extraordinary swimming skills.

Whether in the turbulent rivers or on the unpredictable sea, they can feel at home and move freely.

In addition, there are a thousand workers responsible for hull maintenance, all of whom are experienced and skilled craftsmen.

During the voyage, they were busy on the side of the ship, between the deck and the cabin, carefully checking whether every plank was loose, whether every rope was worn, and whether there were gaps in every connection.

To ensure that the vessel is always in the best condition during the voyage and nothing goes wrong.

Li Zhentao, the Grand Admiral of the Navy who was given the surname Li by the grace of His Majesty, stood proudly at the bow of the main ship.

The black cloak he was wearing was of fine quality.

The sea breeze whistled past, blowing his coat and clothes, making rustling sounds, which only added to his innate heroic and majestic aura.

Despite being so young and shouldering the heavy responsibility of commanding the navy, there was no trace of immaturity or youthfulness on his face. Instead, there was a calmness and wisdom beyond his age.

Looking from afar, I could see the outline of Japan in the distance.

"Brother Tao, Japan is ahead!"

A naval soldier hurried over and reported to Li Zhentao with a joyful look on his face.

Li Zhentao nodded slightly.

"Didn't I tell you? Use your job title when you're working!"

"Yes, Grand Governor!"

There was no expression on Li Zhentao's face, but ripples were forming in his heart.

Since receiving the order from His Majesty, the entire navy has burst out with amazing mobility and was fully mobilized almost within a day.

Every naval officer was so excited that he could hardly control himself. The urge to fight on the battlefield and make achievements surged in their bodies like a tide.

After all, His Majesty has not used their navy for a long time. The long wait has almost suppressed their inner fighting spirit to the limit.

Now, they have finally got this long-awaited opportunity to go on the expedition, how can they not be excited.

The 15,000-man navy led by Li Zhentao was a world apart from Wu Tianyan's militia, which was temporarily gathered from ordinary people.

Every sailor wears armor made of high-quality fine iron, which has been repeatedly hammered, quenched and tempered to make it not only tough but also light and flexible.

The weapons they held were not ordinary weapons, but all finely crafted Tang horizontal swords. The blades of these Tang horizontal swords were extremely sharp, and the craftsmanship was even more refined.

Many senior officers were equipped with muskets. These muskets were not the slightly outdated versions used by the Fifth Army Battalion, but the latest models that were exactly the same as those used by the Shenji Battalion.

Its production process is extremely complex, integrating the most advanced smelting, casting and mechanical technologies of the Tang Dynasty. It is not only powerful, but also able to cause fatal blows to the enemy at a long distance.

The range is also far beyond that of ordinary muskets, and it is also excellent in terms of stability, and is not prone to jamming and other malfunctions.

At the same time, at the dock of Wo Island, many people from the Tang Dynasty heard that a fleet was coming, and they rushed from all directions and gathered here.

Their faces were haggard, and their eyes revealed endless vicissitudes of life.

These people left their homes and have spent a whole year on this Japanese island, suffering from homesickness.

They have returned to their hometown and seen their loved ones in their dreams countless times, but when they wake up they can only face this cruel reality.

When they saw the fleet approaching on the sea from afar, the familiar Tang Dynasty flag was fluttering high in the wind, and the familiar Tang Dynasty temperament was overwhelming.

The string of homesickness in my heart that had been tense for a long time was suddenly plucked.

They could no longer contain their excitement and joy, and they all knelt on the ground, covered their faces with their hands, and burst into tears.

The cries were heart-wrenching, filled with their deep longing for their hometown, endless concern for their loved ones, and eager anticipation for the arrival of the king's teacher.

They thought that the Tang Dynasty no longer wanted these children who had made mistakes!

Wu Tianyan and Lai Fu also hurried to the shore. Looking at the approaching Tang Dynasty navy, his eyes couldn't help but moisten, and tears slowly slid down his cheeks uncontrollably.

Those tall treasure ships and those Tang Dynasty flags fluttering in the wind were scenes that had appeared in his dreams countless times. Now they finally appeared before his eyes. How could he not be filled with emotion and his heart was overwhelmed?

As the ship slowly approached the shore, its huge hull hit the wooden piles of the dock, making a dull but shocking sound.

Under the command of Li Zhentao, one sailor after another walked down the steps lowered from the side of the ship in an orderly manner and disembarked steadily.

Their steps were in perfect unison, with a sound of impact, and each step demonstrated the strict discipline and well-trained military qualities of the Tang Dynasty navy.

Wu Tianyan and Lai Fu hurried forward to greet them.

Li Zhentao's gaze fell on Wu Tianyan and others, and a hint of surprise appeared in his eyes.

Although Wu Tianyan and others were dressed in simple clothes, they could not hide their resolute temperament after experiencing the baptism of war.

"Are you the people who came to fight Japan?" Li Zhentao's voice was full of inquiry.

When Wu Tianyan heard Li Zhentao's words, he smiled bitterly and lowered his head slightly.

"This general is exactly our gang of bandits."

His words were filled with self-mockery and bitterness. After all, they had been fighting on this Japanese island for a year, but their status was still awkward. They were neither a recognized regular army nor could they completely get rid of the influence of the Tang Dynasty. Who knew the confusion in their hearts?

Hearing Wu Tianyan's words, Li Zhentao burst into laughter. His laughter was heroic and echoed on the beach.

"Why belittle yourselves? The fact that you dare to do this is already remarkable. Anyway, this general thinks highly of you!"

There was genuine admiration in his eyes.

In his opinion, although these people did not have the organization and training of a regular army, they were able to persist in fighting in this foreign country for a whole year, and their courage was beyond the imagination of ordinary people.

"What's the situation now?" Li Zhentao restrained his smile, his expression became serious, and asked.

"General, Japan has now formed a standoff with us, and the situation is stalemate, but once you arrive, it will only take half a month to defeat Japan!"

Wu Tianyan straightened his chest and spoke confidently. He was filled with anticipation for the Tang Dynasty Navy.

Li Zhentao waved his hand and shook his head slightly, "It's not that simple, nor that difficult."

His eyes are deep.

There is a deeper level of thinking and planning about this war.

"I think I know. His Majesty didn't send us here before because he was afraid we wouldn't be able to kill all the people on this Japanese island. But it's different now."

As he spoke, he looked thoughtfully at the distant Japanese land, and had already formed a preliminary strategic layout in his mind.

He turned his head and looked at Wu Tianyan with some admiration.

"After defeating Japan, do you have any idea to bring your brothers to beg for food from me?"

His words carried a hint of recruitment. In his opinion, although Wu Tianyan and others were of commoner origin, they had been tempered on the battlefield and had the potential to be excellent soldiers. If they could be brought under his command, the strength of the navy would surely be enhanced.

When Wu Tianyan heard Li Zhentao's words, surprise appeared in his eyes. He could hardly believe his ears.

"Are you serious, General?" His voice trembled with longing for the future.

Li Zhentao nodded firmly. "For a farmer to have fought in Japan for over a year is remarkable."

He looked at Wu Tianyan again, with a bit more respect in his eyes.

"Although these pirates are barbarians, they are familiar with the sea conditions. If they had stopped you from going ashore from the beginning, I'm afraid this situation wouldn't have happened."

Winning this war is not easy, and every link is full of variables.

"But now, all problems can be solved."

There was confidence in his words.