Realm of Power

The sea surface at the entrance of the Gulf of Aden is dyed red with blood.

The Aden people who fell into the water struggled desperately in the ocean, and occasionally made miserable moans. The unique geographical location of the Gulf of Aden had not experienced the cruelty of being beaten to the mainland for decades, but this time, the Aden people finally tasted it. When it comes to the taste of war, they cannot describe how desperate and bitter it is. They finally understand now that they are laughing at the Oparo people who were crushed by the imperial army and trembled under the imperial cavalry and battleships. They themselves will also face the imperial invasion. The only three or four remaining Aden Navy local fleets The warships no longer cared about the lives and deaths of their own people and fled into the Gulf of Aden.

One hour and twenty minutes later,

The slightly disappointed Commander of the Fourth Squadron of the Imperial Navy, Musoni, could no longer see any Aden ships in his lookout, only the cargo floating in the sea, including a large amount of wood and spices, and even some There are licorice and other medicines from Central Asia, and the black spots that rise and fall in the sea water are the struggling sailors of the Kingdom of Aden in the sea water. In the Gulf of Aden in October, the water has turned cold. They struggled desperately in the water, looking at each Imperial Navy Dragon Tooth battleship that slowly passed by them with fear and help. On the Dragon Tooth battleship The Imperial Navy soldiers looked at them silently, without any sympathy.

◇Ling Ling Kanshu.com◆ The war between the Imperial Navy and the Aden Navy has reached an endless level since it started in the southern waters of Central and South Africa. The navy of both sides killed the sea in the southern waters of Central and South Africa. The Aden Navy relied on its tonnage and quantity. With the huge advantage on the sea, it firmly controls the southern waters of Central Asia. The Imperial Navy uses its ships and artillery to challenge the hegemony of the Aden Navy.

In just one area of ​​southern China and Libya, in the past year, the number of people killed in the battle between the fleets and navies of both sides has reached 18,000, and the total number of warships damaged in the battle has exceeded 400. Both sides have regarded the other as an opponent worth fighting. , this time the fleet traveled a long distance and lurked for more than half a month, lurking during the day and rushing at night, before finally achieving the effect of a surprise attack on the Gulf of Aden. Once launched, it will naturally pursue the best effect, and naturally there will be no mercy. possible

"Raise the flag and send them on their way." Musoni raised his hand in a low voice. In the final analysis, war is about comparing who kills more people and who can withstand the consumption better, not to mention navy sailors. This kind of special soldier is difficult to produce in large quantities in a short period of time. No one will pity the Asians who are shouting in the sea. No one in the Ding people will feel guilty for their actions, because once these sailors board the battleships of the Aden Navy, they will immediately launch a ruthless attack. This can be seen from the terrifying red eyes of these Aden people, If it were the other side, the other party would shoot him coldly and ruthlessly.

Three red flags hoisted from the flagship of the Imperial Navy squadron

The Imperial Navy sailors took out crossbows or other weapons, lined up on the deck, and shot the Aden sailors who fell into the water one by one. Amidst the monotonous and lonely sound of bow strings trembling, the Aden sailors struggling in the water were killed one by one. They stopped struggling and became corpses floating on the bloody sea. Occasionally, there are one or two who are good at water, hiding under the corpses of other companions. Only then did they escape being shot by the Imperial Navy. When the Imperial Navy's Yang Fan Fleet slowly left the sea, they had the opportunity to poke their heads out. After going through a lot of hardships, they finally returned to the harbor.

Two hours later,

The sunset reflected on the formerly beautiful sea of ​​the Gulf of Aden, red like the flowing blood of the human body, and the real target of the Imperial Navy fleet appeared ahead.

"Commander, ahead is Aden Anxi City, which is known as the most precious jewel in the crown of the King of Aden!"

"Aden Anxi City?"

Musoni didn't need the adjutant's reminder, and he knew that Anxi City was ahead, and a huge building complex appeared between the water and the sky in the west. They stand densely on the right side of the bay, like huge giants, blocking the end of the line of sight. As the distance got closer and closer, the iconic twelve-story building in Anxi City of Aden, which was rumored to be known as the Tower of Babel, gradually appeared in front of all the imperial sailors. Known as the tallest building in the world, there is also the Aden Royal Winter Palace complex in the northwest, as well as densely packed ports and densely packed masts.

This is Aden Anxi City, the largest city in the Gulf of Aden, even larger than the King of Aden. The permanent population has long exceeded 1.1 million. The city covers an area of ​​tens of square kilometers and stretches for more than 40 kilometers in the Gulf of Aden. Various docks and ports are densely arranged. According to intelligence, the current Anxi City of Aden has forty-four large blocks and more than thirty large buildings with six floors or above. It is indeed the largest city in the Kingdom of Aden, even compared to the commercial capital of the empire. Lisbon is not far behind. Aden Anxi is also the oldest city in the Gulf of Aden, with at least more than four hundred years of history that can be studied with precise information. The area where it is located is the birthplace of the Aden people.

The Vis River, known as the artery of the Gulf of Aden, enters the sea from here. The rich water volume of the Vis River is very suitable for inland shipping, which greatly reduces the freight required for material transportation. Moreover, Anxi, Aden is also the largest shipbuilding site in the Gulf of Aden. According to intelligence, Aden Anxi has built more than 2,800 ships in the past ten years. The white sails on the sea are the real soul of Aden Anxi.

At this moment, this long-established shipping center of the Aden people, a huge and magnificent city group, was exposed to the eyes of the Imperial Navy without any obstruction.

"Commander, such an important city does not have a single Aden Navy ship. This is really abnormal."

The adjutant said with a surprised look on his face. Even the adjutant could feel the problem. Musoni frowned slightly. Where did the Aden navy fleet go? There are only a few small fish at the mouth of the Gulf of Aden. Now in an important city like Anxi City in Aden, the huge naval fleet of the Aden people seems to have evaporated out of thin air.

"Ignore him, we just need to execute the order." Although Musoni didn't know the reason, he still showed extremely excellent military qualities. With a solemn expression, he slowly pulled on his naval squadron commander's uniform, trying his best to make it the largest Upright and neat to the maximum extent, destroying a great city is like participating in an important ceremony, and there must be no slightest neglect.

6:17 p.m.

Musoni lowered his head and looked at his watch. This moment will become a time that will be forever recorded in history. After a moment of silence, he said solemnly, "Fire on time at 6:30. The single-numbered battleship is responsible for bombarding the fort, and the even-numbered battleship is responsible for bombarding the fort." Responsible for bombarding the city, each warship only leaves ten shells, and shoots out all the others. "

"Yes, Commander!"

The adjutant nodded slightly with a trembling body. As a member of the Imperial Navy, his greatest wish is to one day be able to cover the enemy's city with naval artillery fire, to prove that they are the sword that can truly destroy everything in the hands of His Majesty the Emperor, bombarding a king's capital. To force a country to surrender, although the Imperial Navy has many records of bombarding other countries' cities, being able to bombard such a great and prosperous city is a thrill for any Imperial Navy soldier.

"The whole fleet is ready"

"Everyone immediately enters combat positions"

The order to bombard the flagship was given, and the imperial sailors ran to their respective positions. The Dragon Tooth battleship began to move its hull horizontally on the sea. The hull pushed the seawater to roll towards the city like a wave. There was a chill in the silence, and the sound of the gun warehouse The baffle flipped up, revealing a row of dark black Thor muzzles, which were slowly raised toward Aden Anxi in the distance under the red sunset... Musoni slowly raised the telescope. In Aden Anxi inside the telescope, there are still endless crowds of people on the wide and straight streets. It will probably be evening when crowds of people gather, and places that look like shopping malls start to become lively and lively. An endless stream of carriages came and went on the streets, a large number of merchant ships were parked at the port, and the porters loading and unloading supplies were as numerous as moving ants.

"The Aden Navy is indeed not here, or it is on its way and it is too late!"

Musoni finally confirmed that the surrounding sea was extremely calm. Until this moment, he felt like he was dreaming. The successful attack on the entrance of the Gulf of Aden could be said to be calculated by heart but not by accident. However, the prosperous Anxi City of Aden in front of him should not be so innocent. It’s better not to be alert, but everything in front of you tells me He read it right, Anxi City in Aden was defenseless. This huge achievement that would shock the entire continent was so clearly displayed in front of him. The sunset and sunset reflected Aden's regret in a very kind and kind way. , covering this huge and prosperous city with an enviable golden color

Even with the strongest hostility, Musoni had to admit that this is a magnificent city

In Anxi, Aden, many Adenites have discovered the approach of the Imperial Navy fleet, but they have not yet realized that the last moment of their lives has come. Instead, they habitually regard the Imperial Navy on the sea as the Aden Navy returning to the Gulf of Aden. , because in the past two days, the Aden naval fleet has been passing by the sea here.

"Which naval fleet is this battleship? Why does it look a little weird?"

These Aden people crowded close to the coast, or stood on the roof of their homes, looking towards the sea. There were white-haired old people, lively children, and young girls and women as beautiful as flowers. They were all looking up at the sea. , whispering to each other in low voices, seeming to guess that these units of the Aden Navy were unaware that the big hand of the God of Death had quietly strangled their necks. As civilians in Aden, most of them had not seen the appearance of the Imperial Navy battleship that was rumored to frighten the entire Obarro, and they did not know that war had no mercy, no sympathy, and no hesitation.

This beautiful Gulf of Aden is destined to add the most vivid color - red to the bright blue colors that day. The color of human blood and fire smeared on the sea water!

"The left-line fleet has completed preparations."

"The right fleet has also completed preparations."

With a cautiously exciting message. The adjutant came up breathless to report, took a deep breath, Musoni slowly put down the telescope, and looked at the majestic city outline in the distance again with his naked eyes. Slightly, Musoni said lightly, "Let's get started!" He then stood on the bridge. The most conspicuous position, two The red flags were crossed above the head. At this moment, it was like a confrontation in the wind that was rolling up huge waves. The flag of the Imperial Navy was hidden in Musoni's cold eyes, sharp and almost fanatical. Can smell blood.

Rumble…

The people of Aden saw thick white smoke suddenly coming out of a naval warship in the distance, like a large set of fireworks.

"They are fireworks from China. Now that they are set off every night, these navies have nothing new!"

From a distance, the people of Aden looked disappointed. In order to celebrate His Majesty the King's promotion to the emperor, the navy transported a large number of fireworks back from China. No matter how beautiful the fireworks are, they will lose their freshness after being set off for four or five days in a row. On land, It doesn’t look good, so they went to the sea to set it off. What do these navy think? Could it be that if they change the place, the fireworks can turn into something else?

The view of powerful naval guns firing together. It became fireworks in the eyes of the people of Aden. The people of Aden watched numbly and confusedly as bursts of fire and thick smoke emitted from the muzzle of the Imperial Dragon Fang battleship on the sea, and then watched with dull eyes as the long tail of black smoke trailed the cannonball across the vast sky. The sky falls into the urban area with a graceful arc,

Rumble...a scalp-numbing explosion came violently

'"Pa bang bang"

Like a sudden hurricane, huge waves of smoke exploded. The shop windows on both sides of the street were shattered by the shock wave, and the goods inside were scattered everywhere. People near the impact point of the bomb were immediately blown to pieces, and their bodies were mutilated. The corpse was blown into the air, and then landed in a very distant place. It fell like rain, smashing and flying rocks, and swept in the surrounding area like a storm.

"Mom!"

"What's going on!"

"Our navy attacked us!"

Facing violent explosions. There was also a constant rain of corpses. Most of the people in Aden were stunned. It was a mess, with blood and mutilated limbs everywhere. They could only hear the roar across the sky from time to time. The broken houses and stones, the wounded and corpses lying everywhere with blood, and the crowds running around

No one in Aden realized at the first time that Aden Anxi had been bombarded by the Imperial Navy fleet, because there was not even a warning before

The Royal Capital of Aden, Longines Palace

The iconic tall towers and pointed roofs point straight upward, and exquisite carvings and large and small sculptures can be seen in every eaves, beams and door openings. Being on the top of a high mountain makes it even more majestic and gorgeous.

The King of Aden likes this place because it is high up, overlooking the world, inaccessible, unblasphemous, and invincible. The people of Aden stood in the streets of the royal capital of Sidon, looking to the west. They admired the beauty of Longines Palace, were grateful to the monarch for his kindness, or trembled at his wrath and prayed for his forgiveness. Here, the king is more like a god, and there is no need to care about the attitude of the Red Dragon Palace in Aden.

But at this moment, the King of Aden was holding his arrow stack and looking towards the south. The tall and majestic figure is just like the majestic sculptures of the kings of Aden behind him!

"After the Imperial Navy raided the entrance to the sea, did it start bombarding Anxi in Aden?" The King of Aden looked away from a speeding Military Affairs Ministry carriage in the distance and called the name of the Minister of Military Affairs.

"Yes, Your Majesty," the Minister of Military Affairs replied solemnly.

It is His Majesty the King’s strategy to abandon peripheral defenses and lure the Imperial Navy into the Gulf of Aden to annihilate it. However, Aden Anxi is too close to the entrance of the bay. If the Aden Navy deploys heavy troops in Aden Anxi, the Imperial Navy will be attacked immediately. Turn around and run away. Once the Imperial Navy is allowed to escape, it will be basically impossible to get this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.

In order to win, His Majesty the King even used himself as bait, let alone Aden Anxi! For Aden, for His Majesty, we can only give up Aden and Anxi! Anyway, the destroyed city can still be rebuilt. "Time flies so slowly." The King of Aden stared at the red clouds on the horizon and said to himself. The blood wave is rolling in from the south! If Aden wants to become an empire, how can it do it without defeating an empire first?

This is Aden's fate and his own!