Chapter 317: Chapter 166: Siege Weapons and the Southern Kingdom

The sun blazed fiercely as Xiulote, wearing a lightweight robe, passed through the alley where clothes were hung to dry, headed toward the north gate of the Wooden Fort. Bertade donned his Leather Armor again, summoned Coles and other guards, and followed closely behind His Highness. Along the way, samurai continuously saluted, shouting "Your Highness" and "Holy Eagle Head Warrior."

The Wooden Fort was limited in size, so the Young Commander had recently established a new camp outside the north gate for the research and development of siege machinery, which also served as a support for defense. As he stepped into the camp, the busy craftsmen saluted in turn, each presenting their latest progress.