Dramatic changes in Bethsuway Castle, two days ago.
Imperial Army Headquarters, High Military Council.
"Your Majesty, the rebel Bethulius' castle is still a day and a half away. This castle was built by the Duke of Bethulway over many years. The city has high walls and thick walls. It will take a lot of effort to attack it. We think that,
We should discuss specific tactics." A leader-level imperial general said.
Nicholas IV shook his head slightly: "Before confirming the attack, there is still one important thing to do."
After a pause, Nicholas said: "The monster drow that emerged from the ground is currently entrenched in a dark corner of the Xisha Province, waiting for us to attack us after the battle with the Xisha rebels. Although with the imperial army's
With our strength, we won’t be afraid of those pointy-eared monsters in frontal combat, but if the opponent launches a surprise attack when our army’s formation is not in order, the consequences will be difficult to predict.”
The senior officers in the camp looked at each other and talked softly.
Basically, everyone agreed with the emperor's judgment.
"We need to send out search teams, one in the north and one in the south, to search for the drow troops and ensure that these monsters have no chance to sneak attack us." Nicholas further guided the topic, "So, which two are willing to carry out this mission?"
The senior officers all bowed their heads and remained silent.
Rumors about underground monsters have always been cruel and ruthless. If the search team really encounters drow with this small number of people, the consequences can be imagined, let alone facing the enemy. If they can run back, they will be lucky. The most likely thing is that they will be killed by drow.
Capture.
Seeing the officers' prevarication, Nicholas IV looked grim: "Why, no one is willing to do such a slightly dangerous task? Are you still an imperial soldier? Where has your sense of honor gone?"
Seeing that no one in the camp still took the initiative to volunteer, Nicholas IV sighed: "Forget it, it is really not good for you to carry out such a mission that may lead to death. Then postpone the attack plan... Outside the Bethsuway Castle
Build a camp and prepare for long-term warfare."
Suddenly, a tall and thin imperial officer stood up and said: "I, Sirik Barnet, am willing to share your worries for Your Majesty. Please allow me to lead an army to patrol south!"
Another strong officer was not to be outdone: "I am also willing to fight for Your Majesty and take on the important task of searching northward!"
"good."
Nicholas IV breathed a sigh of relief, "The two generals are really role models for the empire. Remember, once you discover the location of the drow army, report it to me immediately through the magic communication rune, and give the specific location."
After saying that, Nicholas IV also asked the guards to hand over two magical communication runes that could not be taken out of the Kane plane to two officers who volunteered.
"Prepare the entire army and march to the city of Bethsuway early tomorrow morning!" Nicholas IV, relieved of his worries, issued the order with high spirits.
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The upheaval at Bethsuway Castle, one day ago.
Two imperial officers who took the initiative to take over the search mission met in secret before setting off.
"I have already sent the information that needs to be sent to the team leader Mr. Andre through the magic raven." said the sturdy officer.
The tall and thin officer named Sirik Barnett glanced around and scolded in a low voice: "Nazim, why don't you follow the main force of the Imperial Army? The leader needs an informant to ensure that he understands the movements of the Imperial Army.
!”
Nazim sneered: "Chilik, why didn't you follow the main force and instead asked to lead the search team?"
Sirik frowned and said: "The situation is obvious. No one in the Imperial Army is willing to take on this dangerous task. If Nicholas IV postpones the attack and sets up camp to wait, the strategic plan formulated by the leader will be hindered. The time limit for the third main mission
There are only a few days left, and the emperor’s determination to attack the city must be strengthened!”
After a pause, Sirik added: "Besides, if I hadn't taken over the search mission and other spiritual figures led the search, if they were really discovered, the drow elves army would be in the Elijah Valley in the south.
Stationing... will inevitably interrupt the siege plan! There are only a few days left for the third main task, and we must stabilize the emperor's determination to siege the city!"
"Yes, so someone needs to stand up in both directions, north and south." Nazim said lazily.
Sirik snorted: "After I stand up, the emperor can designate another person to search in the north! We all know that the drow army is in the south, and that person's search will not yield any results.
So, there is absolutely no need for you to stand up. Nazim, with your IQ, I don’t believe you do bad things with good intentions... You did it on purpose!"
Nazim sneered: "Come on Sirik, do you think you are the only smart one?"
"What's the meaning?"
"You know what I mean," Nazim shook his thick neck, "Don't think I'm uneducated. The boss's raven message has already said that there are awakened people who are not part of Class 129 in the imperial camp. They are here
The central province has already conducted an investigation, and the two idiots Jett and Morgan were kicked out of the Kane plane, missing this opportunity for unification!"
Nazim continued: "If you stay with the main force of the Imperial Army, sooner or later you will encounter other awakened ones and be recognized. In other words, there is a risk of being exposed at any time. So what if you are lucky enough not to be exposed? When attacking Besuvius Castle
, the undead plague breaks out, and I have to be kicked out of Kane, otherwise I will become a plague undead and lose the qualifications of an awakened person!"
"You can find a chance to escape before attacking the city," Sirik said.
"Humph, on a passenger plane equipped with bombs, I finally got a parachute. If I didn't parachute immediately, I had to wait until the plane was about to explode and play with my heartbeat?" Nazim shrugged, "Sorry, I didn't take the picture.
A hobby for Hollywood blockbusters.”
Nazim spread his hands: "Anyway! Nicholas IV has ordered the march to attack the city. As an emperor, he cannot change the order overnight. The plan formulated by the team leader will definitely succeed, so just wait and see. I have no interest in talking to you again."
What are you arguing about?"
Sirik gritted his teeth, but to no avail. The two awakened ones, who entered as imperial officers and were actually members of the intelligence team of Class 129 of the Shenting training camp, each led dozens of cavalry and separated, one to the north and the other to the south.
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Time goes back to the present.
Mountains to the north.
Looking at the green smoke rising from Bethsuwe Castle in the distance, Nazim, the awakened one, pressed his fingers on his left chest: "Amen."
Walking down the mountain, Nazim was in a happy mood: "That fox Sirik, do you really think that I am an idiot with strong muscles and a simple mind? It's a great trick to escape early."
"Lord Nazim, cavalry appeared in the southern valley." An imperial soldier reported.
"Huh? Is it our people, or the Xisha rebels?" Nazim still faithfully played the role of a senior imperial officer.
"They are our friendly forces."
"Friendly troops? Why did they appear at this time?" Nazim secretly wondered, but out of etiquette, he still led the crowd to greet them.
"General Adolphus, why are you here?" Nazim was frightened when he saw the general at the front of the cavalry. Adolphus was a die-hard loyalist of the emperor and was honored as a viscount.
Viscount Adolphus did not give Nazim a good look at all. The soldiers under his command moved out from left to right and surrounded Nazim.
"Your Majesty decrees that Nazm Gaunt has treason and surrendered to the enemy. The evidence is conclusive. He ordered me to lead the army to eliminate the traitor. He will be executed on the spot without capture. The soldiers of the search team are not guilty, but they are not allowed to obstruct law enforcement operations!"