Shuā!
Upon hearing Ren Xiaoyao's words in surprise, the expressions of teachers from Donghai Martial Arts Academy, like Xia Xueqin, and Jiang Wuming all changed!
Leading the charge.
This meant that the upcoming battle would be dominated by the students of Donghai Martial Arts Academy.
"Grandpa Ren, although the students' overall strength is superior to the extraterrestrial enemies, the margin is not significant, and it's only on paper. In terms of combat experience, students cannot be compared to the extraterrestrial enemies at all. In such a situation, if students are made to lead the charge, it will be difficult for them to win, and there will inevitably be heavy casualties!"
Jiang Wuming was surprised by Ren Xiaoyao's decision, and at the same time, he raised a question, or rather, it was more appropriate to say he expressed his concerns.
"I heard about the details of your first battle with extraterrestrial enemies in the Loulan Ancient Battlefield. On that day, after you killed the leader of the extraterrestrial enemies, you let the vanguard of the Loulan Legion take the lead, and you were responsible for protecting them, right?" Ren Xiaoyao's eyes twinkled with sharp light.
"Grandpa Ren, you mean..."
Jiang Wuming immediately understood Ren Xiaoyao's true plan.
"The extraterrestrial enemies are descending more and more frequently, and in more locations. This means that the full-scale war is getting closer. Our students and most teachers have not yet been to the battlefield, nor have they had experience fighting extraterrestrial enemies. Today, extraterrestrial enemies have suddenly descended upon Donghai Martial Arts Academy. I want to take this opportunity to let them undergo the baptism of blood and war and become true warriors!"
Ren Xiaoyao revealed his thoughts.
As the old man's words echoed in their ears, the shock on the faces of the teachers behind him, who had never been to the battlefield, instantly vanished, replaced by intense fighting spirit.
In peacetime,
They were teachers, educating people.
They were students, learning knowledge.
In wartime,
They were all warriors, wielding swords to slay enemies.
Time waits for no one; defend the home and the nation.
This was the motto of Donghai Martial Arts Academy!
"I understand. How about this, Grandpa Ren, I will report to the legion."
Jiang Wuming thought for a moment and said.
Although according to the regulations of the Eastern Region Legion, the combat deployment and plans for each mission of the Battle Dragon Team were formulated by the Battle Dragon Team itself, and the Eastern Region Legion did not interfere, the matter today was somewhat special. Jiang Wuming could not make the final decision and needed to report and request instructions from above.
"Alright, then I won't call Qin Yuanzheng and Qi Wufu." Ren Xiaoyao nodded.
Jiang Wuming said no more but quickly contacted the Eastern Region Legion Operations Command using a special communicator.
"General Jiang Wuming, have extraterrestrial enemies appeared?" Upon answering the call, the operations command dispatcher immediately asked.
"Yes, the first batch of extraterrestrial enemies preparing to descend consists of eighty-two individuals, including nine nine-star warriors. The strength of the other enemies ranges from five-star warriors to eight-star warriors."
Jiang Wuming first answered, then asked, "Is the Legion Commander here?"
"Wuming, you're looking for me?"
Qin Yuanzheng had already arrived at the operations command center. Upon hearing Jiang Wuming's words, he immediately walked to the dispatcher's desk, picked up the intercom, and asked.
"Legion Commander, it's like this..."
Jiang Wuming immediately reported Ren Xiaoyao's thoughts and plans.
"Wuming, what do you think?"
Qin Yuanzheng did not answer immediately but asked Jiang Wuming in return.
"I agree with Grandpa Ren's decision. Additionally, besides the teachers from Donghai Martial Arts Academy, I can also be present to protect the students."
Jiang Wuming stated his opinion.
At that time, in the Loulan Ancient Battlefield, his spiritual power cultivation was only at the tenth level of a one-star War God, and he could protect the soldiers of the vanguard.
Now, his spiritual power cultivation had reached the sixth level of a two-star War God, and he could fully ensure the safety of the students.
"Since you agree, I have no objections. As for the Marshal, we will report after the mission is completed," Qin Yuanzheng said after some thought, and he also agreed with Ren Xiaoyao's plan.
This was because he believed that with Jiang Wuming and the teachers of Donghai Martial Arts Academy present, ensuring the safety of the students should not be a problem.
"Yes, Legion Commander!" Jiang Wuming received the order.
"Also, Wuming, although the information you provided earlier – that the purpose of the extraterrestrial enemies' recent descent was to kill you – has been verified, the number of extraterrestrial enemies descending this time is a bit too large, and I feel something is unusual. Do you want me to send reinforcements to your side?" Qin Yuanzheng asked.
Hm?
Jiang Wuming's heart stirred upon hearing this.
Earlier, he had also felt that the descent of the extraterrestrial enemies this time was not right.
"Legion Commander, to be safe, let Elder Zhou come over. Others are not needed for support,"
Jiang Wuming thought for a moment and gave his answer.
With the overall strength of the Battle Dragon Team and Donghai Martial Arts Academy, as long as they did not encounter extraterrestrial enemies at the four-star War God level or above, there would be no major problems. Conversely, it would be an extremely dangerous situation!
After all, Ren Xiaoyao's martial arts cultivation had not yet recovered, and there was no one present who was a four-star War God!
Jiang Wuming knew very well that after the extraterrestrial enemies descended upon Hanshan Temple, Elder Zhou, a five-star War God, had received orders from Qi Wufu to personally go to Hanshan Temple.
In that battle, Zhou Hetu had not had a chance to make a move before Jiang Wuming resolved it. However, after the battle ended, Zhou Hetu stayed in Suzhou to assist the Eastern Region Legion in guarding Hanshan Temple.
The reason for this was that the Military Department, based on past experience, believed that Hanshan Temple would become a fixed location.
"Wuming, you might not know this. Because the locations where extraterrestrial enemies descended in subsequent times were different, coupled with the information you provided earlier, Elder Zhou has already left Suzhou and returned to the capital. However, I can report your request to the Marshal and have the Marshal send strong individuals to Donghai Martial Arts Academy!" Qin Yuanzheng said.
"Alright, Legion Commander, that's all for now."
Jiang Wuming was slightly taken aback but said no more and directly ended the call.
This was because he sensed that the figures of the extraterrestrial enemies were becoming clearer, and they would descend soon.
"Wuming, does Yuanzheng have any objections?"
Seeing that Jiang Wuming had ended the call, Ren Xiaoyao immediately asked. He also sensed that the extraterrestrial enemies were about to emerge from behind the curtain.
"Grandpa Ren, the Legion Commander agrees with your plan. However, I would like to command the students in the battle and be responsible for their safety," Jiang Wuming said.
"Wuming, unless the students are at risk of death or serious injury, do not intervene to help,"
Ren Xiaoyao pondered for a moment and said, then looked at Xia Xueqin and the others, "You too. Otherwise, it would not be considered a baptism of blood and war."
"Understood."
Xia Xueqin and the others had no objections.
"Students!"
Ren Xiaoyao wasted no more words and once again cast his gaze towards the student formation, shouting loudly.
Shuā Shuā Shuā...
Hearing Ren Xiaoyao's words, the students all withdrew their gaze from the curtain and looked at Ren Xiaoyao.
"Earlier, after discussions with your teacher Wuming, it has been decided that he will lead you in fighting the extraterrestrial enemies. Do you agree?"
Ren Xiaoyao said loudly.
"We agree!"
The students spoke in unison, their voices shaking the heavens, with no fear on their faces, only excitement and eagerness.
Not long ago, when they watched videos of Jiang Wuming defeating extraterrestrial enemies, they dreamed of fighting alongside Jiang Wuming!
Today, that wish was about to come true!
"Are you afraid?" Ren Xiaoyao asked again.
"Not afraid!"
The students were all flexing their muscles, completely unaware of what fear was, and eager to start the battle immediately.
"Very good. You have the courage of the Dongwu people, but I must remind you that this is a battle of life and death! As Huangfu Weixia said before, the battle is cruel, and life and death are decided in an instant. Therefore, besides courage, you also need sufficient wisdom and strong psychological resilience. Only then can you unleash your true strength."
Ren Xiaoyao reminded them with a serious expression.
This time, the entire audience fell silent.
Ren Xiaoyao's words were like a basin of cold water poured onto the students, instantly sobering them up.
The battle was cruel, and there would be casualties.
"Report, Captain, I request to participate in the battle!"
At this moment, from the student formation, Huangfu Weixia suddenly turned her head and spoke to Jiang Wuming.
"Weixia, today, your identity is a student of Donghai Martial Arts Academy!" Jiang Wuming indirectly replied.
"Yes, Captain!"
Huangfu Weixia saluted loudly, then stepped out of the formation and flashed her figure, directly moving to the very front of the student formation.
From the time the girl called Jiang Wuming about the graduation ceremony until now, she had not caused any special treatment due to her being a member of the Battle Dragon Team.
Even after going on stage, she felt that she was not yet qualified to be called a pioneer and was too embarrassed to share her combat experiences.
However—
When the enemy arrived and the academy was about to let students participate in the battle, she no longer remained humble and stepped forward directly.
To bear the responsibility of being a pioneer.
She stood before her classmates, drawing her saber towards the abyss.
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