230: Chapter 230: Comprehensive Results of Wuwang's Implementation, and Formulation of a Defense Plan

As the morning light just spread a layer of pale gold over the stone steps of the Council Hall, Chen Wuwang's footsteps already entered the Central Control Room.

He did not pause, walking straight to the main console, and with a swipe of his finger across the psionic panel, he pulled up the operation logs of the [Demon Movement Early Warning System].

The screen scrolled with data streams: the last test record showed that a faint red dot had appeared at the southeastern border ninety-seven li away; the Array Core light turned red for three seconds before extinguishing automatically, without triggering an alarm.

"Frequency matching degree 89.6%, distance threshold difference 3.2 li." He read out the results in a low voice, his fingertips tapping the table, "Almost there."

He closed his eyes, and the image of Ling Zhenzi leaning against the wall panting flashed through his mind.

That old fellow had pushed himself until the very last moment last night, not to finish the job, but to make this line of defense truly come alive.

Chen Wuwang opened his eyes, activated the Family central database, and began to archive and analyze the four types of achievements one by one.

First was the [Third Generation Mech Shield Upgrade Plan] sent over by Chen Tiezhu.

Data showed that after adding the natural rune resonance layer provided by Bai Ling to the new coating, the anti-stealth penetration capability increased by 47%.

He clicked on a simulation video—

An "Iron Spine Type III" was moving through acid mist, its outer shell glowing with a faint cyan light, like it was covered in a breathing membrane.

Next was the "New Sword Intent Resonance Spectrum" from Chen Xiaodao's field test records.

The sword strike he unleashed on the Martial Arts Platform in the early hours of the morning had been completely captured.

Data showed that the synchronization rate between the Sword Intent fluctuation frequency and the mech swarm control System was as high as 91%, enough to remotely trigger a chain reaction of twelve Flying Swords.

Then there was the magic experiment recording left by Bai Ling.

In the "Pavilion of Nature," she used her Bloodline to invoke the "Forest Whisper Fragments," successfully restoring a piece of corrupted armor to its original state.

The key lay in the "Resonance Purification Method" she introduced—no longer simply expelling evil energy, but using natural rhythms to overwrite and reshape it.

Finally, there was the "Cursor Sensing Layer Logical Architecture" just integrated by Ling Zhenzi.

This System no longer scanned blindly, but instead, like a hunter keeping vigil, waited at specific frequencies for the enemy to bump into it.

As long as the opponent's energy field was in sync with the Cthulhu Whisper core, even if it hid within the vibrations of the earth's veins, it would be exposed immediately.

Chen Wuwang stared at these four modules for a long while, then suddenly moved to pull up the 3D modeling interface.

He set the Early Warning System as the "ears," the mech troops as the "fists," the Sword Intent network as the "nerves," and the natural barrier as the "skin."

He drew linkage paths between the four, setting response rules:

Once a target frequency fluctuation is detected, the Early Warning System automatically marks the location;

Within ten breaths, the three nearest mechs enter combat readiness, and shields preheat;

If the enemy continues to approach within seventy li, Sword Intent resonance is activated, triggering the aerial interception network;

At the same time, the natural barrier amplification runes expand, forming the first layer of soft defensive barrier;

Finally, the ground mech swarm completes the encirclement and counterattack.

The entire process requires no manual intervention and is entirely driven by algorithms.

He named it—"Chen Family Domain-Wide Dynamic Defense Outline."

After the file was generated, he casually encrypted it with level-three permissions, leaving only the projection key.

Half an hour later, the Council Hall was already filled with Family members.

Warriors, technicians, herbalists, Formation Masters...

Those who had retreated from the front lines, those who had rushed from the workshops, and even a few old men who guarded the gardens had come, leaning on their canes.

They did not speak, just quietly watching the central high platform.

When Chen Wuwang walked in, no one stood up, and no one applauded. But everyone straightened their backs.

He knew what they were waiting for.

He stepped onto the high platform, waved his hand, and the holographic projection instantly unfolded.

A three-dimensional model appeared in the center of the hall: mountains, mineral veins, Medicinal Fields, mech outposts, Spirit Array cores... the entire Chen Family territory was displayed in minute detail.

"Watch closely." His voice was not loud, but it suppressed the breathing of the entire room, "What I am about to say is not about who will lead the charge, nor who will go to their deaths. It is about a way of living that will allow all of us to live to see tomorrow's sunrise."

He pointed his finger, and the model began to run.

A faint red light approached from the northwest.

"This is the Early Warning Formation." He said, "It is like ears, specifically listening for those shady little movements. You cannot hear them, but it can."

The red light entered the hundred-li range, and the first yellow dot lit up on the map.

"The mechs are the fists." He pointed again, "They wake up when they hear movement, completing armed standby within seven breaths."

The scene switched; three mechs rose from the underground storage, their shields slowly expanding.

"The Sword Intent is the nerves." He continued, "That strike from Xiao Dao was not in vain. Now we can treat his Sword Intent as a signal and transmit it across the entire battlefield."

Twelve silver lines appeared in the air, weaving into a net.

"Magic is the skin." He said finally, "What Bai Ling taught us is not just about expelling evil. It is the first reaction layer of the barrier, capable of sensing the rhythm of attacks in advance."

A circle of cyan light halo spread out from the Main Peak, connecting with the Spirit Array into a ring.

"Four-layer linkage." He withdrew his hand, and the model froze, "Detection—Response—Interception—Counterattack, fully automatic. All you need to do is hold your positions, don't run around, and don't try to take hits head-on."

Someone below frowned.

A young technician stood up: "Family Head, this System... can it really be trusted? What if it makes a mistake itself?"

"It will make mistakes." Chen Wuwang admitted directly, "No System is perfect. But compared to waiting until the enemy is right in front of us to react, I would rather let it sound a warning in advance."

Another older Formation Master spoke up: "But what about the Mountain-Guarding Array passed down by our ancestors? Is it just being replaced like this?"

"Not replaced." Chen Wuwang shook his head, "The old array is still there; it's just that now it has an extra pair of eyes. You can continue your training as usual, but isn't it better to have an extra layer of insurance?"

The crowd was quiet for a few breaths.

Then, a mech pilot sitting in the corner suddenly asked: "Then what about us ordinary people? We are not Cultivators, and we don't understand technology; what can we do?"

Chen Wuwang looked at him and smiled: "You've driven a vehicle, right? Do you know what shift scheduling is?"

The person nodded.

"From today on, every squad must select two people to attend 'Frontline Command Post' training. You don't need to know how to fight, as long as your mind is clear and you can understand instructions. Eight-shichen shifts, anyone can do it."

He paused, his voice deepening: "This System is not meant to let me shoulder everything alone. It is meant to let every Chen Family member live on standing tall."

The hall was so quiet you could hear breathing.

A moment later, I don't know who shouted first: "I'll sign up!"

Immediately after, a second voice, a third voice, rang out one after another.

"Count me in!"

"Count me in too!"

"My two boys understand basic operations; they can fill in at any time!"

Chen Wuwang didn't speak again, just opened the communication channel and connected to three remote signals.

Chen Tiezhu's voice came through: "Shield group coordination is no problem; I have already set up the automatic calibration program."

Immediately after, a Sword Intent resonance video played, showing exactly the scene of Chen Xiaodao cutting through the purple-black mist on the Martial Arts Platform.

Finally, there was the recording left by Bai Ling: she stood in front of the Pavilion of Nature, her hands gently raised, and a leaf slowly floated, the cracks on its surface healing on their own.

The evidence was laid out before them.

The mood of the crowd changed.

It was no longer doubt, but genuine confidence.

An old herbalist stood up tremblingly, clutching an amulet in his hand: "My grandson is only six years old... In the past, I was always afraid he wouldn't live to grow up. Now, I want to see if he can wear a mech in the future and guard these mountains."

Chen Wuwang looked at him and nodded solemnly.

"He certainly will."

He walked down from the high platform and scanned the crowd: "Now, divide into groups by position. Technicians go to the East Hall to register, warriors line up and head to the training ground, logistics prepare the supply list. By this time tomorrow, this System must complete a full-process drill."

"Yes!" The unanimous response sounded like thunder.

The crowd began to disperse in an orderly manner.

Some patted shoulders, some nodded in greeting, and a child stood on tiptoe to ask their father: "Dad, can I learn to pilot a mech?"

Chen Wuwang stood in place, watching them leave.

Sunlight slanted in from the high windows, falling onto the center of the empty Council Hall.

He turned and walked toward the console, tapped his fingers on the panel twice, and pulled up the main interface of the Defense Outline.

Everything is ready.

Just waiting for the celebration banquet tomorrow, and then it will officially launch.