Chapter 1465: Boosting Morale
Those from the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall naturally saw what Half-Moon Island was currently experiencing. Yet, from their leaders, Tang Shi and the siblings Jing Qi and Jing Miao, down to their weakest and most junior members, not one showed any sign of panic, nor did anyone speak. They didn't even cast their gaze towards the massive, chaotic battle raging before them. Instead, without exception, their eyes were all fixed on Yang Haoran. This alone demonstrated the strength of their discipline.
The area was quite expansive, as the teleportation array itself was large. If the area had only been precisely the size of the array, it would have seemed petty, and should a large number of personnel need to be transported, the place would have become extremely crowded or simply unable to accommodate them. To prevent such a situation, Yang Haoran had ensured this teleportation zone was built to be very large, though the chosen location was relatively remote.
Despite the large area, the gathering of members from the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall still made the place feel somewhat cramped.
The guards present had long been stunned by the scene before their eyes. They had originally thought there would be only a few people at most, perhaps just Yang Haoran returning first. But to their absolute astonishment, so many people had been transported over that the area was nearly overflowing. Moreover, each of these individuals radiated an aura of overwhelming malevolence. Even without knowing their true cultivation realms, that fierce aura alone was enough to tell them that these were not opponents to be trifled with.
Yang Haoran was a god in the eyes of these guards, their spiritual pillar. However, their adoration for Yang Haoran now reached new heights, precisely because they could all discern that both the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall belonged to Yang Haoran. Otherwise, not all the members of these two forces would show such profound respect to him.
They had never dreamed that Yang Haoran had these two powerful forces under his command. During their previous full evacuation, they hadn't discovered the presence of the Myriad Ghost Grotto or the Iron Blood Demon Hall. Now, members of these two forces had suddenly teleported to Half-Moon Island. If Yang Haoran hadn't personally led them, they would surely have considered the arrival of these two forces an enemy attack. Witnessing this scene without prior knowledge, their shock was immeasurable, and their reverence for Yang Haoran naturally grew, reaching an unprecedented level.
"Has the teleportation array been destroyed?"
Gazing at Tang Shi and the siblings Jing Qi and Jing Miao, Yang Haoran's first question concerned whether the teleportation array had been successfully destroyed, rather than immediately ordering the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall to assist others on Half-Moon Island in slaying the sea demons.
"Rest assured, Master. Before we left, we placed several highly destructive talismans around the array. I have already detonated them, so the opposing teleportation array must have been successfully destroyed by now. It absolutely cannot still exist."
Receiving Tang Shi's confident reply, Yang Haoran nodded profusely, a satisfied expression on his face. He did not doubt the veracity of Tang Shi's words, for he had that much trust in him. Moreover, simply asking Tang Shi to destroy a teleportation array was no exceedingly difficult task; it was impossible for someone of Tang Shi's ability to mishandle it.
Shifting his gaze from Tang Shi and the siblings Jing Qi and Jing Miao, Yang Haoran smiled as he looked at the members of the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall behind the three.
"Hehe, I never expected Half-Moon Island to be so lively today. It's quite a surprise, but it perfectly suits my intentions. For a long time, I've wanted to test the extent of your combat power, but unfortunately, for various reasons, I never had the opportunity. Since this opportunity has presented itself today, I certainly don't want to miss it. After this battle, I'll properly host a welcome feast for you!"
Yang Haoran's expression was calm and his face bore a smile, yet he felt a certain degree of awkwardness in his heart. After all, they had just brought the members of the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall back from the Tong Continent, only to immediately encounter such an event. They hadn't even had a chance to properly see their so-called new home, nor had they even had the chance to sit down before being forced onto the battlefield. As the one giving orders, it was inevitable for Yang Haoran to feel a little awkward.
Though a little awkward internally, Yang Haoran did not show the slightest trace of it. He knew that in such a situation, he did not need any superfluous expressions. Displaying too much emotion or letting all his inner feelings show on his face would not only do nothing to boost his side's morale but could very likely bring about negative repercussions. Since he understood this principle, he naturally wouldn't act that way.
Not only did he not do that, but in an extremely short time, he found a plausible pretext and then ordered the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall to join the fierce battle.
None of the people from the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall believed Yang Haoran's words were merely a common tactic used by those in power. Not one of them doubted the truth of his statement; their absolute loyalty to Yang Haoran ensured they would not question him.
Of course, Yang Haoran's words and decision at this moment were not intended to harm the people of the Myriad Ghost Grotto or the Iron Blood Demon Hall. For whether it was the Myriad Ghost Grotto or the Iron Blood Demon Hall, both were organizations under Yang Haoran's command, and both were people of Half-Moon Island.
Now that Half-Moon Island was under siege by sea demons, it was only natural for the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall to join the fight and resist the sea demons. Given their identity, they were obligated to join. Therefore, even if Yang Haoran had said nothing and directly ordered the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall to join the slaughter, it would have been entirely reasonable and legitimate, with no intention of harm. The primary purpose of Yang Haoran employing a bit of strategy in his words and finding a plausible pretext was solely to boost his own side's morale, nothing more.
None of the members of the Myriad Ghost Grotto or the Iron Blood Demon Hall showed any displeasure. On the contrary, their facial expressions and gazes revealed that they were all highly excited. Their intense aura of malevolence was enough to indicate that each and every one of them was a belligerent individual. This kind of large-scale battle was precisely what they loved most, and they were eager to earn meritorious deeds through this great war and raise their status.
"The Myriad Ghost Grotto is willing to accept the test!"
"The Iron Blood Demon Hall is willing to accept the test!"
As Yang Haoran's words fell, Tang Shi and Jing Qi spoke one after another. They, representing the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall, gave affirmative answers, their voices resolute and their attitudes extremely clear.
As their voices ceased, the members of the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall behind them erupted in a uniform and resounding chorus of responses.
"Willing to accept the test! ! !"
The rolling wave of sound was like pealing thunder, spreading outwards with a powerful momentum. This resounding reply instantly drew countless gazes. This place, originally remote, now became the focus of everyone's attention.
The vast majority of Half-Moon Island's residents did not know about the Myriad Ghost Grotto or the Iron Blood Demon Hall. So, as their gazes uniformly fell upon the members of these two forces, their eyes were filled with confusion, some even feeling wary. However, when they saw Yang Haoran at the very front, the stone hanging in their hearts dropped, and their eyes lit up, their emotions becoming agitated, for they knew these people were friends, not foes.
As for the sub-unit under Shui Ling's command, since their primary responsibility was intelligence work, its members had some understanding of the Myriad Ghost Grotto and the Iron Blood Demon Hall. However, they had never known that these two mysterious forces actually belonged to Yang Haoran. Therefore, their inner emotions at this moment were even more agitated and complex than those of the others.
The sea demons besieging Half-Moon Island had no knowledge of the Myriad Ghost Grotto or the Iron Blood Demon Hall. However, they could confirm that these two forces were not their allies but their enemies, because their sea demon race simply did not have such allies. Suddenly facing so many new enemies, each radiating an overwhelming aura of malevolence and clearly not to be trifled with, their morale was greatly affected.
The mere addition of Zhong Siyu had already terrified the sea demon race. Her powerful strength and cruel methods had taught them a good lesson in a short amount of time. Now, with Half-Moon Island adding so many more experts, their psychological pressure doubled.
At this moment, Yang Haoran, having received the morale-filled replies from the crowd, could not help but let his smile deepen a few shades. His expression was quite satisfied. He smiled, nodded, then lightly waved his hand at everyone, saying with a faint smile.
"Hehe, good, very good. Your morale pleases me greatly. Let's go, follow me and annihilate the invading enemy!"
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