Ocean Lords: Start Harvesting Double from Dice Rolls

Chapter 717 - 353: Seven Generals of South Island, Huang Guang

"If you have something to say, just tell me directly!"

"Major General Huang Guang?"

Upon hearing this person’s words, Fang Yu was taken aback and looked at him with great surprise.

This person is Major General Huang Guang?

Fang Yu looked at the man before him with surprise.

Within the South Island military system, there are seven core officers holding court, commanding widespread fear and respect.

Each of these officers holds the rank of Major General, also known as the Seven Generals of South Island, having fought fiercely through the fires and storms of war, with impressive battle achievements and experience.

In addition to their top-level command and war experience, these generals possess personal abilities that reach the level of top experts.

Even the weakest among them is an Extraordinary Ship Captain, and two have even reached the level of the Sky Dome Ship.

The Sky Dome Ship level is equivalent to being a member of the Peacekeeping Council.

Though members of the Peacekeeping Council might be slightly stronger due to their foundation and status compared to ordinary Sky Dome Ships, reaching this level allows them to compete against members of the council.

Although Huang Guang, standing before him, hasn’t reached the level of the Sky Dome Ship, he is already at the Legendary Ship level.

Fang Yu estimates that he falls somewhere between 75 and 80 levels, definitely among the top tier of this world.

Looking at Huang Guang, Fang Yu felt relieved and first inquired about the old man’s condition. He was informed that the old man’s vital signs were normal, just undergoing routine recuperation, not suited for exertion, which is why Huang Guang had taken over his duties.

Learning that the old man was undergoing routine recuperation without life danger, Fang Yu slightly relaxed and then began to report everything he had seen and heard during the Essence Feast to Huang Guang.

He detailed the attack by Spiritualists and some speculations about the West Qinghai Sea Region to Huang Guang.

Upon hearing Fang Yu’s words, Huang Guang’s expression changed dramatically, "Is there such a thing?"

"When the Essence Feast first opened, it received comprehensive support from the old man, and even the military invested a portion. We never imagined it would foster a hidden threat and harbor danger."

Huang Guang was furious but quickly suppressed his anger, rolling his eyes and quickly making arrangements.

"Fang Yu, the urgency is indeed to intercept this batch of resources, but it’s not suitable for too many people to go. Firstly, it would be too conspicuous, alerting the enemy; secondly, too many personnel would slow down navigation. By the time the troops assemble and intercept, the enemy might have long left."

"In this case, I’ll continue to hold fort in the military district. If some spies see me leaving Nanhui City, they may begin plotting unexpected changes."

"But I won’t abandon you entirely either. Secretly gather 100 Extraordinary Ships, lead this assault force, and swiftly go to intercept the goods at the enemy’s transit island. Speed is crucial."

"Meanwhile, after you leave, I’ll immediately block news in Nanhui City, control the Essence Feast, and prevent resource outflow."

Upon hearing Huang Guang’s words, Fang Yu’s mind was filled with panel notifications:

"Captain [Fang Yu], you’ve received the mission [Intercept Resources]."

"War resources are being quietly transported to the enemy’s domain; once they leave the Duorong Federation’s border, it could lead to disastrous consequences."

"Prevent this event from happening."

Listening to the panel notifications in his mind, Fang Yu glanced at Huang Guang without expression, then shook his head:

"Major General, 100 Extraordinary Ships aren’t enough!"

"Hmm?"

Huang Guang was completely caught off guard by Fang Yu’s sudden words.

One hundred Extraordinary Ships are not ordinary small sea vessels but are Extraordinary Ships!

Each Extraordinary Ship is an absolute pillar for a force.

Combined, they could push through many forces, but why did Fang Yu feel they weren’t enough?

Thinking it through, Huang Guang couldn’t help but frown, feeling a slight dislike for Fang Yu.

The military says Fang Yu has exceptional command abilities, frequently employing unconventional strategies to resolve war crises, achieving miraculous feats, gaining immense respect from many soldiers, and being highly favored by the old general.

But now it seemed this youngster thought even 100 Extraordinary Ships weren’t enough and wanted another 100? That seemed a bit greedy, needing 200 Extraordinary Ships to intercept resources?

Remember that you’re only an Extraordinary Ship Captain capable of leading this level of army; you should be content.

This kid... Could he be all show with no real substance?

Huang Guang couldn’t help but secretly frown deeply, feeling displeasure within.

Actually, this couldn’t really be blamed on Huang Guang. His generation of officers, battling through numerous campaigns, are known for their rigorous discipline, sharing hardships with soldiers, yet being inflexible with orders, strict in execution, thus able to forge powerful troops sweeping across the seas.

Huang Guang is, naturally, such a person.

From his perspective, if given a hundred, the general should lead a hundred ships to battle without room for negotiations.

And now Fang Yu wanted another hundred Extraordinary Ships; to Huang Guang, this seemed exceedingly greedy.

"Why isn’t it enough?"

Huang Guang’s face turned cold, a faint chill emanated from him like invisible pressure towards Fang Yu.

Facing Huang Guang’s pressure, Fang Yu felt slightly stiff inside, yet he spoke without showing it: "These resources are crucial for the Duorong Federation’s ability to resist Lanyun Sea Country’s attack, indispensable."

If I were in Lanyun Sea Country’s military, I would undoubtedly deploy forces to receive these resources; encountering directly, one hundred Extraordinary Ships may not suffice!"

Fang Yu said seriously.

"Not enough?" Huang Guang thought of berating him but suddenly reconsidered.

This boy is currently favored by the old man, who trusts him greatly. If I don’t give him another 100 Extraordinary Ships and the resources get lost—he could return and use the old man’s favor to absolve himself, making it my fault.

So it would be wiser to give him another 100 Extraordinary Ships, let him lead them for interception.

If successful, fine.

But if failed, then he can’t have any excuses, revealing his true abilities to the old man.

Huang Guang wasn’t wary of Fang Yu but of the old man’s attitude.

Or rather, he was loyal to the extreme, wanting the old man to see Fang Yu’s real capability.

Thus, words of reprimand swallowed down, he nonchalantly looked at Fang Yu: "Alright, I’ll give you another 100 Extraordinary Ships."

"But if after giving you this 100 Extraordinary Ships, the interception still fails?"

Huang Guang asked quietly, scrutinizing Fang Yu.

Fang Yu, lowering his eyes, casually said: "Then punishment according to military rules!"

"Good!" Huang Guang’s eyes lit up, nodding repeatedly: "You said it, if the task is botched, even the old general can’t save you!"

"Here’s the military order to mobilize 200 Extraordinary Ships. Take it, set off today, and hurry to intercept the resources!"

Huang Guang casually tossed two military orders to Fang Yu.

Each military order can mobilize a hundred Extraordinary Ships, now with two means 200 ships.

Having received the orders, Fang Yu was silent for a while, then said: "No hurry to set sail today, I’ll lead the army to leave port tomorrow!"

Hearing Fang Yu’s words, Huang Guang was furious, pointing at Fang Yu: "You! How dare you do this? The opportunity is fleeting; tomorrow, as you say, the Essence Feast’s convoy will have left the Duorong Federation’s borders by then. You still set out, it’ll be too late!"

"There’s time!"

Fang Yu said firmly, meeting Huang Guang’s gaze without backing down, spoke earnestly: "Please rest assured, Commander, I won’t make light of warfare."

Huang Guang paused, looked into Fang Yu’s eyes, noticing the determined spirit within, calming his previously angry mood.

He glanced oddly at Fang Yu, contemplated, and then said:

"Today or tomorrow, suit yourself."

"I only care whether the mission can proceed smoothly."

"If the task fails... you know I won’t spare you."

With these words, Huang Guang turned away, ignoring Fang Yu...