Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8338 - 315-in person _1

The second phase of Zhao Hai’s strategy was quite straightforward: he needed to manufacture a massive quantity of metal puppets. With the defensive array on the island now fully operational, his rear was stabilized, providing him with a formidable fortress. However, he still required a sharp blade to strike back at any potential invaders.

Considering his current capabilities, Zhao Hai had only a few options available. First was his personal combat power. His strength was on par with a standard cultivator in the Refinement Realm. He was confident that as long as he didn't encounter an Island Lord level expert, he could escape any situation safely. If he utilized every trick up his sleeve, his actual combat effectiveness would be even higher.

His second option involved the Undead Race, specifically the battle corpse taken from Li Ruohai and the remains of the Island Master. He also possessed various other cultivators' corpses. Using these was safe because his mastery over such methods was common knowledge, so no one would find their appearance suspicious.

The third method involved the Alien Race. Zhao Hai, however, could not reveal them just yet; he needed to wait for the perfect moment. Although Yan Bei was aware of them and even possessed one, Zhao Hai knew Yan Bei would keep the secret. Disclosing their existence would put Yan Bei in danger of having the Alien seized by others. Thus, the Alien Race had to remain hidden for now, making this method currently unusable.

The fourth option was the creation of metal puppets, including his bronze men. Yet, there was a distinction between ordinary metal puppets and his specialized bronze men. While Zhao Hai possessed enough spirits to convert every puppet into a bronze man, doing so was impossible. It was widely known that he didn't possess such a vast number of spirits. Producing a massive army of bronze men overnight would undoubtedly trigger heavy suspicion.

Zhao Hai had previously informed Lei Gang that turning objects into bronze statues required exceptionally potent spirits. Based on his interactions with Guna and Lei Xuan, he understood that such powerful spirits were rare. If they were common, those two would have possessed many more than they did. Consequently, if Zhao Hai suddenly unveiled a legion of bronze statues, it would be far too questionable. He decided he could only employ standard puppets.

Despite the immense resources at his disposal, Zhao Hai was restricted by his own cultivation level. To put it plainly, he was still too weak to openly use many of his trump cards. Revealing those hidden depths would invite scrutiny and place him in significant peril.

Utilizing ordinary puppets, however, carried no such risk. Zhao Hai could even establish a production line for them. With an assembly line in place, the sheer volume of puppets wouldn't raise eyebrows; at most, he would simply have to share the manufacturing process.

Before Zhao Hai could begin work on the puppets, Guna sent word requesting his assistance in establishing defensive formations on other islands. Having realized that Zhao Hai’s arrays surpassed those from the Sect’s Formation Hall, Guna wanted him to bolster the entire sector. As the one currently responsible for the defense line, Guna had to prioritize the security of the entire front.

Zhao Hai did not hesitate and set out immediately to install the arrays. Because the inhabitants of the other islands had been notified by Guna, they welcomed Zhao Hai with high expectations, ensuring he faced no resistance during his work.

While busy with the arrays, a message arrived from Lei Gang. He reported that the Sect was highly interested in the waste recycling proposal and had already begun gathering discarded materials into spatial equipment. Once Zhao Hai returned to Blood Gale Island, the Sect would dispatch personnel to deliver the supplies.

This was excellent news for Zhao Hai. He had been worried about sourcing raw materials for his metal puppets. Although his Space was full of resources, he couldn't use them openly. The arrival of these "useless" materials from the Sect solved his supply problem perfectly. After finishing the defensive arrays for the neighboring islands, he headed back to Blood Gale Island, where his cave abode was nestled within a massive, towering tree.

Zhao Hai had successfully fortified five islands in less than a month. This speed was possible because the islanders had handled the groundwork, allowing Zhao Hai to focus solely on the design and final construction of the arrays.

The preparation involved creating detailed maps and marking key locations, as well as organizing existing formation talismans, magical weapons, and spirits. Upon Zhao Hai’s arrival, he would inspect the materials and the local geography before swiftly erecting the formations.

His efficiency stemmed from managing multiple island projects simultaneously. By working within the existing constraints, he provided each island with defensive capabilities in record time. This feat highlighted Zhao Hai’s profound skill, as he designed unique arrays tailored to the specific terrain of each location with incredible speed.

Once back at Blood Gale Island, Zhao Hai contacted Lei Gang, requesting that the Sect deliver the waste materials immediately. He wanted to start manufacturing the metal puppets right away, as he was uncertain when the war might break out. He needed to be prepared as quickly as possible.

Shortly after sending the message, the teleportation formation on Blood Gale Island erupted in white light. A figure stepped through, leaving Zhao Hai momentarily stunned. Recognizing the visitor, he rushed over and bowed deeply, saying, "Greetings, Master!" It was Lei Gang himself.

Lei Gang nodded, surveying Blood Gale Island with visible amazement. He had never visited before, but he knew the island wasn't supposed to look like this. The landscape was now dominated by massive plants so large they seemed to blot out the sun.

Noticing his master’s shock, Zhao Hai quickly explained, "Master, please come rest in my cave abode. I have replanted the island and utilized a secret technique to accelerate their growth. We can talk more comfortably inside."

"Very well," Lei Gang replied in a low voice. "Lead the way." Zhao Hai followed as they made their way to the giant tree housing his residence. Lei Gang’s curiosity deepened when he saw the cave abode built directly into the tree; he hadn't expected such a unique dwelling.

After inviting Lei Gang to sit, Zhao Hai produced two jade cups and poured a serving of spiritual wine. He said softly, "Please try this, Master. It is the juice from a liquor tree fruit. It tastes remarkably like spiritual wine." Zhao Hai wasn't fabricating the story; the liquor fruit tree was a genuine mutated plant within his Space.

Lei Gang took a sip and nodded in approval. "The flavor is quite good. I came personally to deliver the materials and to check on your progress. I wondered if you needed assistance, but it appears you have everything under control. You’ve done excellent work here."

"Thank you, Master," Zhao Hai replied. "I appreciate the trouble you took. My preparations are nearly complete. Once the materials are unloaded, I will begin the second phase of my experiment." Zhao Hai intended to brief Lei Gang on the puppet production now, so the sudden appearance of an army later wouldn't require further explanation.

Intrigued, Lei Gang asked, "The second phase? What exactly was the first phase then?" He found himself increasingly fascinated by his disciple, whose mind seemed to hold an endless supply of innovative ideas and knowledge.

Zhao Hai explained, "Master, the first phase was the modification of this island. I wasn't certain it would work, but fortunately, it was a success. The second phase involves designing a puppet that is easy to manufacture and effective in battle. These puppets need to be mass-produced using low-grade materials so we can bolster our combat strength in the shortest time possible."

Lei Gang was taken aback. He looked at Zhao Hai intently and asked, "You knew something was brewing here? How did you find out?" Lei Gang was well aware that the Western Defense Line was precarious, but he hadn't told Zhao Hai. He had even considered bringing Zhao Hai back to Blood Drop Island if things got too dangerous. It seemed, however, that Zhao Hai was already preparing for the coming storm.

Zhao Hai answered, "It was Uncle Guna who informed me. While I was setting up the defensive array on his island, he mentioned the defense line was unstable and urged me to prepare. That is why I am rushing the production of these metal puppets. While my personal strength is limited, our Seniors will handle the Island Lord level enemies. My goal is to ensure we aren't overwhelmed by their lower-level disciples."