Chapter 247: The First Wave
As the Tianshi Empire's forces finally begin their invasion, Lin Yuer's military preparations are put to the test. The enemy advances in massive waves, hoping to overwhelm her defenses with sheer numbers. But Lin Yuer's troops are disciplined, fortified, and well-prepared. Her strategic placement of battalions at critical junctures throughout her empire allows her to withstand the initial onslaught.
The first battle takes place at the fortress of Stonecrest, where Lin Yuer's forces, using her newly developed siege weaponry, hold off the Tianshi attackers. The weapons—catapults, spiked barriers, and water-based traps that use the natural terrain—prove devastating against the Tianshi infantry, giving Lin Yuer's forces a crucial advantage.
As the Tianshi forces fall back in disarray, Lin Yuer sends a message to Emperor Gao Xing: her empire is not as weak as he imagined. This initial victory boosts her soldiers' morale and sends a clear signal that they are capable of defending their homeland.