Chapter 90: The Birth of the White Tiger Corps (Part 2)
Thinking of this, Davis immediately suggested to Dai Pojun,
"Father, since we have mastered such a powerful weapon, we should immediately begin mass production.
And take this opportunity to form a special firearms unit, training them in secret. In the future, they can serve as a sharp blade for our Spirit Hall and the Heaven Dou Empire!"
Dai Pojun nodded in agreement. He wasn't foolish. He knew that the Star Luo Empire had captured Ju Douluo from the Spirit Hall, drained his soul power, and demanded four soul bones and 40 million gold soul coins. Bibi Dong surely harbored deep hatred for the Star Luo Empire.
At this point, the Star Luo Empire could only regard the Spirit Hall as an enemy. The only reason war hadn't broken out yet was because both sides were wary of the Heaven Dou Empire and the three upper sects, who were watching closely from the sidelines.
Even so, Dai Pojun understood clearly: there would be a battle between them eventually—a decisive battle to the death.
But from another perspective, this period was also the best time for the Star Luo Empire to build up its strength. With powerful firearms, they could seize the initiative in the future war.
"Weis, you're absolutely right," Dai Pojun said solemnly. "After we return, I'll recruit strong soul masters from the army to form a firearms unit made up of soul masters. The name of this army… shall be the White Tiger Army!"
After witnessing the power of firearms, Dai Pojun was full of confidence in the future. The Star Luo Empire now had three Titled Douluo. If they added a powerful firearms unit,
even if war broke out with the Spirit Hall, Dai Pojun believed he could lead his army to bite a chunk out of them!
But Davis frowned slightly upon hearing this. Shaking his head, he voiced his different opinion:
"Father, if we recruit soul masters on a large scale to form the White Tiger Corps, it will definitely attract the attention of the Spirit Hall.
They may even offer tempting terms to sway some of the soul masters. At that point, the secret of our firearms could be leaked—and that's absolutely unacceptable.
I think it's safer to recruit ordinary soldiers to form the White Tiger Corps. After all, these firearms can be operated by regular people.
Moreover, the Spirit Hall has always looked down on armies made up of commoners. That way, no matter how we train, they won't take us seriously—and we can develop the corps in peace!"
"Hmm… that makes a lot of sense," Dai Pojun nodded in agreement. The top priority now was to proceed cautiously.
"Weis, since these firearms were designed and developed by you and Master Lou Gao, I'll leave the training of the new army entirely in your hands. Whoever you need, just tell me. As long as it strengthens the military power of my Star Luo Empire, I'll give you everything you need!"
Davis was delighted upon hearing this and smiled,
"In that case, thank you very much, Father!"
Then, he looked at Master Lou Gao beside him and asked,
"Master Lou Gao, how long will it take to produce a cannon like this?"
"Your Highness, at least three days!"
"Too slow!" Davis shook his head. "Master Lou Gao, please lead the Forging Association to mass-produce a large batch of cannons and shells. I don't want just one or two—I want over a thousand!"
In Davis's mind, having a thousand cannons firing in waves on the battlefield would be enough to completely crush any enemy, whether it was an army of soul masters or mortals—so long as there wasn't a Titled Douluo present.
"As you command!" Lou Gao nodded firmly.
"Your Highness, I'll lead all members of the Blacksmith Association and forge a thousand cannons within a month!"
"Then I'll have to trouble you, Master!"
After returning to Star Luo City with his father, Davis began secretly selecting ordinary soldiers from the army to form a new White Tiger Corps. In the end, he chose 30,000 elite troops.
Although these soldiers were just ordinary people without soul power, they were seasoned veterans, trained in the army for years, brimming with killing intent. Armored and armed with spears, each of them could fight ten enemies.
Among these 30,000 elite troops:
10,000 were light cavalry
5,000 were heavy cavalry
5,000 were heavily-armored shield bearers
8,000 were musketeers
2,000 were artillerymen
In battle, the 5,000 shielded soldiers would form the front line to fend off enemy cavalry and resist long-range soul skills.
Meanwhile, the musketeers and artillerymen would unleash waves of firepower. Once the enemy formation was disrupted, the heavy and light cavalry would charge in together—cutting through like a blade through silk.
Of course, this was only Davis's theoretical vision. To realize it fully, the various units would need to coordinate seamlessly, which required a period of rigorous training.
Although Davis had read The Art of War and Thirty-Six Stratagems like his older brother in his past life, he lacked practical experience in military training.
For this reason, Dai Pojun specially recommended someone to assist him—his trusted general and the Star Luo Empire's Lie Tianhu.
General Lie Tianhu had impressive military talent and was known for his surprise tactics. Even when outnumbered, he could secure victory using clever strategies.
When Dai Pojun was away, it was often Lie Tianhu who led the army to suppress rebellions and punish those who disrespected the empire.
Moreover, Lie Tianhu's personal strength was also top-tier in the Star Luo Empire. He possessed a powerful martial spirit—Flame War Tiger, and was a level 85 Power Attack System War Spirit Douluo, with two ten-thousand-year soul bones.
Across the Star Luo Empire, his strength ranked in the top ten. Whether in military strategy or soul master cultivation, Lie Tianhu was a match for Marshal Ge Long of the Heaven Dou Empire.
Davis examined the man before him. Lie Tianhu was tall and burly, with dark skin, bulging muscles, and a stern expression. Just standing there, he exuded immense pressure.
His fiery red hair made him look like a raging lion—formidable and fierce.
Clad in heavy armor with a sharp blade at his waist, he knelt on one knee before Dai Pojun and congratulated him:
"Congratulations, Your Majesty, on advancing to Titled Douluo! You've brought great honor to our nation!"
"Haha! Brother Tianhu, there's no need for such formality. Rise," Dai Pojun said with a smile.
The two had been comrades since youth. Perhaps to atone for the guilt of having killed his own brother, Dai Pojun had raised Lie Tianhu—who was a few years younger—as a younger brother.
And Lie Tianhu lived up to the trust. At such a young age, he had become one of the top ten powerhouses in the Star Luo Empire.
"Greetings, Uncle Tianhu," Davis said respectfully, knowing the deep bond between Lie Tianhu and his father.
"Your Highness, no need to be so polite. There's a rumor going around Star Luo City lately that you are the most gifted genius in the empire—and it seems the rumors are true! It's only been a short while since we last met, and you're already a Soul King!
Hahaha! A Soul King at twenty years old—this talent is no less than the so-called monsters in the Spirit Hall!"
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