Chapter 12 Its different from trash fish, its different from trash fish!
Griffith stood up, pointed at Raven’s map and said:
“The urban area of this city is not close to the sea. The urban area and villages and towns are located on the open plains surrounded by hills. Several long roads connect the urban area with the seaport in the southwest, as well as the neighboring counties and towns in the north.
“Our current location is here, the harbor in the southwest. It faces the sea on two sides, is surrounded by hills to the east and north, and only a few roads can lead to the city.
“Mr. Garrison Knight has started to establish a line of defense between the port area and the city. The undead creatures are blocked here, and the subsequent investigation and elimination will be taken over by the troops.
“A small number of troops is enough to complete the blockade, and the infection will be difficult to spread to the urban area. My idea is to ask the garrison knights to lead a small number of Beyonders and legionnaires for rescue.”
“Then where are we going?” Others were very curious, even Knight Saffirion asked.
"Go to downtown Revan, supervise the city hall to mobilize local armed forces, and then form a mobile force with other Beyonder teams," Griffith said, "There are several Beyonders coming with Captain Erza.
, we should join them and establish a former enemy headquarters and intelligence center.
“Then the most important task is to implement city-wide martial law and curfew.”
“Are you going to leave the survivors in the port to die without saving them?” Uros, Hakan and Pella asked together.
Amber was already somewhat familiar with Griffith's style. Although she still didn't understand it, she didn't object.
Erza gave him a thoughtful look: "Griffith, you are worried that we are stuck in the rescue operation in the port area, and the cultists have other attack targets and plans, right?"
“That’s right.”
Griffith nodded and replied:
"Judging from Neopolis's experience, cultists act covertly and decisively, and it is very convenient to carry and activate sealed objects. They even have powerful combat power and can pose a life threat to a few extraordinary people. Neopolis
The mage stationed in Si was killed alone.
"I suspect that the attack on Port Raven was just a feint. The Deathrattle Order knows that the authorities are not easy to deal with. And according to the intelligence I received before, black magic believers may have been active in the city for a long time. They have sealed artifacts."
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“Your Majesty Valkyrie is a powerful transcendent, more powerful than a large fleet of siege trebuchets. I think it is unwise for such a powerful force to be contained in the port.
“Since we have sufficient manpower and combat power, there is no need to disperse the Beyonders. We should concentrate them and wait for the cultists to expose their traces with a thunderous strike to completely solve the problem.
“To this end, we urgently need to establish an efficient intelligence network, we need to prevent the further spread of pollution in Raven, and we need martial law and curfew.”
“…” There was silence.
"If the troops at the port cannot cope with the living corpses, what should we do? Come back for reinforcements?" Uros questioned, "These monsters may hide in corners and darkness to ambush our soldiers. The more Extraordinaries there are, the faster they will be cleared.
.”
"Loss is inevitable. The reason why I made this plan is based on my judgment that the enemy has another main attack direction. Strong mobile forces must be concentrated as a reserve force," Griffith said, "Riven Port
After the blockade, if the army cannot clear away the hidden living corpses, we will invite extraordinary wizards and spellcasters to come over, and it is best to mobilize artillery to demolish the buildings one by one."
“You’re here again!” Amber covered her face.
Yes, no one can stop me this time. I am now an officer, a special investigator, and one of the people talking. It is different from before. Griffith looked at Amber firmly,
He emphasized his will.
"What is the opinion of the garrison knight?" Valkyrie did not express his position directly. "I heard that the garrison mage has detected traces of black magic in various urban areas or received reports. She has sent several extraordinary people to investigate. Now
How's the situation?"
The garrison knight Saffirion present had been silent, and then he said: "Ms. Rihanna is a meticulous and rigorous scholar. I have known her for many years. She immediately launched a plan after receiving the report of suspicion of black magic.
action.
“Our local forces have not slackened in the past few days. We have mobilized the local garrison to defend against the attacks of the cult group. The pollution of black magic is controllable. I think rescuing the survivors in the port is a top priority.”
Griffith shook his head: "Sir Saffirion, I think you have seen that pollution spreads very quickly among unprotected people. Taking the attack just now as an example, a boatload of living corpses swept through the area in a very short time.
The entire port has been polluted, and nearly a thousand people have died. This is extremely dangerous black magic pollution. We must block the intersections of the city to prevent the pollution from spreading to densely populated urban areas until we eradicate the cultists."
"This is very difficult," the knight said regretfully. "Martial law involves many problems. Trade exchanges and the lives of citizens will be greatly affected, and it will also cause huge losses."
"The losses will be greater if the martial law is not enforced. I remind you again to pay attention to the speed of the spread of living corpses in the port area." Griffith was a little annoyed. The longer they delay here, the later the martial law will be imposed, and the evil cultists may bring
The greater the loss.
"This requires the coordination of several departments, and there are procedures at the city hall..." Safirion said calmly, but did not give a clear answer. He began to list various difficulties.
How come these people look the same everywhere they go? Griffith thought of Mayor Neopolis and Master Winston who he had written down in his notebook.
If it weren’t for these useless people, maybe I could have saved Elodie.
Anger, impatience and regret were swirling in his mind. The more he thought about it, the angrier he became, and the dissatisfaction and excitement turned into steaming hot blood, shocking even the sensitive Pella to take a step back.
Erza stood aside and watched them. Amber and the Beyonders were shocked. It was the first time they saw someone arguing with a garrison knight-level figure like this.
Griffith raised his hand and interrupted the Garrison Knight's speech: "Okay, we won't discuss this issue anymore. I made the decision as a special investigator. If anyone disagrees, you can reserve your opinion. Your Excellency, the Garrison Knight, you
You can do your job within your authority, and I will rush to the Mage Tower immediately."
Erza raised her eyebrows. The second-level squad leader she was familiar with could already ignore her opinions and make decisions alone. Before she could speak, Griffith added:
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“Your Excellency the Garrison Knight and the Beyonders of Beacon can act according to the orders you have received, but Your Excellency Erza Valkyrie must leave with me.”
His tone was firm, and he looked at Erza with an irresistible aura. Miss Extraordinary tilted her head and nodded in agreement:
“Okay, everyone has heard what the Reserve Assault Squadron Leader said. I agree.
“Your Excellency Safirion, the handling and defense of the port area are left to you, and the local Beyonders are left to you. Pay attention to safety and do not rush in. Gentlemen and ladies of Beacon, please follow me to the Mage Tower.”
…
The north of Raven City is a stretch of rolling hills, with several roads leading to northern towns among the hills.
Griffith and the team of witchers took a fast carriage and moved toward the north of the city, preparing to join the garrisoned mages and other reinforcements there.
A small group of city defense troops have gathered in front of Rihanna's mage tower. Blooming red and white roses and flat lawns surround the white stone tower. On the top of the pure white tower, a blue crystal is slowly rotating.
, emitting peaceful waves and a touch of coolness.
This mage tower stands in the north of the city, only a few miles away from the city wall. It is not only the residence of Raven's garrison mage, but also the center for managing magic and extraordinary events in a large area in the north.
In the next few days, the extraordinary commandos and various extraordinary teams will gather here for action.
A young girl wearing a black and white dress was standing under the mage tower, saluting the arriving reinforcements: "Hello, I am Lady Rihanna's assistant and apprentice Layla. The resident mage has been notified, please come with me.
I'll come."
Erza fell behind. She lightly patted Griffith's shoulder armor, leaned into his ear and asked:
“Is there anything else you haven’t told everyone?”
It’s really sharp.
Griffith nodded slightly: "The mage stationed in Neopolis rebelled. He joined the cultists with the purpose of becoming an immortal lich. I eliminated him and obtained the extraordinary characteristics, but there is no way to purify him.
and recall memory.
"The immortality of the cult is very tempting to spellcasters, even if they want to become a lich. On the other hand, the Deathrattle cult has been hiding in Tibet for some time. They chose to operate here without local power.
Support is impossible.
"This is the mage tower, the location of the teleportation circle. If an extreme situation occurs, this is the only channel to obtain rapid reinforcements. The leader of the local extraordinarys - the stationed mage is also here. I must understand the situation here. The extraordinary people are also here
It is necessary to gain command of the local forces as soon as possible, and let the former enemy committee take over the next step."
Erza raised her eyebrows: "If I don't ask you, are you not going to tell me?"
Griffith shook his head: "I try not to create distrust between foreign Extraordinaries and local Extraordinaries. Although I do not trust local Extraordinaries, they are also needed to complete a large number of rescue and combat missions.
“I meant to tell you when the time was right.”
“Hmm, I understand,” Erza patted him on the shoulder, “What you mean is that we should spend more time alone, sister, I understand!”
I'm not, not really, don't think about it! Griffith looked at her very seriously.
“What are you talking about there?” Amber stopped and turned around to look at the two people behind.
Griffith and Erza came to her side and whispered together in a low voice:
“The local Beyonders cannot be completely trusted. (Griffith complained that I didn’t give him more time alone with me!)”
“What!” Amber was shocked.
"What?" Erza asked with a smile, "Which one do you want to know?"