Chapter 146: Governor
Boom!
The Divine Grace's proud main cannon roared, and the entire deck seemed to pause for a moment.
After a few breaths.
The white mist from the muzzle began to evaporate and dissipate, and the high-temperature steam gradually merged with the air, finally not scalding the skin.
The entire cannon crew immediately ran forward, executing the operations in an orderly manner according to the training procedures.
The first to act was a Sorcerer serving as a safety inspector.
He was responsible for clearing residual water, inspecting and maintaining the condition of the naval gun and the surrounding deck, and ensuring the safe and stable environment for firing the shell.
Another Sorcerer served as the spotter.
The spotter first reported the results of the previous bombardment to all members of the crew.
Then, he scouted the situation of various targets, negotiated with the gunner to determine the next target, and adjusted the direction and angle of the naval gun accordingly.
Finally, he filled the gun barrel with an appropriate amount of clear water and a shell in sequence.
At this time, the gunner, who had been standing motionless at the control console at the rear of the gun for the entire process, began to input Fire Magic Energy into the naval gun and constantly monitored the blue control panel on the gun body.
This control panel could be called the Core of the naval gun.
Various key Information was displayed on the panel, and many buttons for controlling the naval gun were arranged.
From the panel, one could see the amount of Fire Magic Energy inputted, the consumption and remaining amount of Solid Magic Energy, the weight of the clear water and shell filled in, the estimated initial velocity, range, and target hit of the shell...
The function of the buttons was even more extensive and obvious.
There were buttons for firing the shell, for adjusting whether the shell exploded at a fixed time, fixed distance, or on impact, for increasing or decreasing the energy contained within the shell, and so on.
This was truly a Divine Artifact for a Holy Fire Warrior.
Flames would originally erupt as soon as they left the hand, but on the panel, they were so tame and quiet, ready to be activated whenever desired, and as much as desired.
How perfect, how powerful.
The position of naval gunner thus became a position that all Holy Fire Warriors yearned for.
But there were only a few hundred naval guns now, while the Holy Fire Warriors on board were more than ten times that number. Most people could only stay on the ship and do nothing.
Fortunately, after Rain House City was taken, the war on land was not far off.
By then, everyone would have the opportunity to go into battle and kill the enemy, seize glory, win back the kingdom for His Majesty the King, the chosen of The Gods, and then establish a happy and prosperous Heaven on Earth.
The Gods bless!
Rain House City on land was collapsing, but the crew of the Divine Grace paid no attention, only gazing at the King's back with worship and reverence.
Just by looking at this back, they could draw infinite strength and confidence from it.
Victory was unquestionable.
Amidst the roar of the naval guns, everyone became firm in this fact.
Joffrey stood quietly at the bow of the ship.
He was monitoring the naval gun's control panel, evaluating the performance of the gun crew members.
This was the first actual combat for the naval guns. The shells, personnel, control panels, and all other "components" needed to undergo testing and accumulate experience.
Especially the naval gun's control panel.
This panel was a creation born from Joffrey's personal design and the joint production of the Research Institute and the Logistics Bureau.
It integrated Information Runes, Light Runes, Solid Runes, Fire Runes, etc., and its cost was even more expensive than the naval gun itself, so he naturally had great expectations for it.
According to the plan, the control panel should greatly improve the accuracy of the naval gun, reasonably allocate the output and consumption of Magic Energy, ensure the safe and standardized operation of the gun crew members, and warn against and avoid any dangerous behavior that would damage or steal the weapon.
At the same time.
For subsequent optimization, research, and control, all data from the panel was backed up in the Divine Grace Light Screen system and could be called up and viewed at any time.
Joffrey therefore had a complete understanding of the status of every naval gun behind him.
For example, the main cannon not far away.
Divine Grace 400mm main cannon target point: Top floor of the Rain House City Main Keep.
Loaded with 97 kilograms of clear water containing 2 units of Fire Magic Energy, loaded with one 600-kilogram high-explosive shell containing 50 units of Fire Magic Energy, exploding on impact.
Estimated initial velocity of the shell is 800 meters per second, consuming 3-4 units of Solid Magic Energy.
The gunner raised his left arm and shouted, "Ready!"
"Five, four..."
Other crew members immediately moved away, and there was no one in front of the muzzle.
"One. Fire!"
The gunner pressed the shell firing button on the panel.
The 2 units of Fire Magic Energy in the clear water were then activated, producing high-temperature expanding steam that was short and continuous, pushing the shell to accelerate further and further.
Boom!
Cannonballs flew out at high speed, spinning and tearing through the air, whistling as they plunged towards their prey.
Bang!!
A violent blast of air erupted on the top floor of Rain House City's Main Keep. Countless tiny fragments surged out from windows and gaps, and white mist appeared, then gradually dissipated.
The hideous wound on the towering black stone wall was now clearly visible. At least one floor had been cleared out.
Joffrey was quite satisfied.
This naval cannon had initially been calibrated with three solid shots. The third shot hit the target. Afterwards, it was replaced with high-explosive shells of the same weight, and the accuracy was also maintained well.
The situation with the other naval cannons was largely the same. After stabilizing, they could basically hit the target area.
The training was almost complete.
Joffrey issued the cease-fire order, and hundreds of naval cannons quickly fell silent, no longer unleashing their power.
At this point, Rain House City was a scene of devastation. The city wall facing the sea had completely turned into a pile of rubble, and the towers and high forts within the city were also covered in wounds, their walls incomplete.
The Hound and other troops on shore began to enter, clearing out remaining enemies and rounding up prisoners and supplies.
In reality, this was just the final cleanup.
During the previous intense shelling, most of the people who could still move had fled through the various city gates. The result was either voluntary or forced surrender, with almost no one daring to resist anymore.
In Rain House City now, the dead were definitely several times more numerous than the living.
And indeed, this was the case.
The Hound and others only dug out a few dozen living people with relatively intact bodies and two to three hundred people waiting to die from the widespread wreckage.
Joffrey entered Rain House City, and people throughout the city came out to greet His Majesty the King.
Gregor Wilde of the Kingsguard shuffled to his side, seeming to want to say something, but ultimately remained silent.
Joffrey stopped and looked at the fearful prisoners.
"Divine power has descended, and Divine Grace is not far off. In the name of The Gods, I forgive you. In the name of the King, those who offend again will not be spared!"
All the prisoners immediately knelt down to express their gratitude.
Joffrey smiled gently, "All Priests are to fully treat the wounded, bestow Divine Grace, and guide them onto the right path, assisting the Light."
The Priests immediately used their abilities.
Anyone who still had a breath in them immediately had their wounds heal and severed limbs regenerate. Only the pale blood color indicated the previous turmoil.
Then, the Priests took out pieces of Dragon Glass.
From this point on, no one dared to harbor resentment or even thoughts of resistance.
Miracles were displayed in such a manner.
Undoubtedly, The Gods had made their choice, causing the world to submit.
The True King was already destined.
Joffrey turned to Ser Gregor, "Where is Earl Casper Wylde? Is he still alive?"
Gregor Wilde silently shook his head.
Joffrey patted his shoulder, "To die in war rather than in bed, I imagine Casper will feel some small comfort."
Joffrey withdrew his hand.
"The fleet sets sail this morning. Rain House City needs someone to look after it. Gregor, I specially appoint you as the Governor of Rain House City, to appease the people, act as regent, and look after the Wylde family."
"What do you think?"
As a Kingsguard, Gregor Wilde could only give one answer.
"As you command."
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