Time slowly progressed to July, and the Frost Alliance army had completely occupied the former Verga, while the three provinces and six counties on the Crancia border were invaded to varying degrees.
Huanglei Province, Anyuan County.
Compared with other counties and provinces, the area of Huanglei Province is much smaller, and a smaller part of it is divided into a separate county, which is Anyuan County.
This county is different from other regions. There are very few residents in the territory, and more than 90% of the personnel are combatants or technical personnel. Among them are the legions directly under Crancia, pastors and priests from the church, and permanent personnel of the Sage Society.
There are even a few special missionaries from other countries.
The reason is also very simple. There is a sealed chaotic vortex here, or a door to an unknown realm.
The chaos disaster thousands of years ago was caused by those twisted phantoms that broke through the seal and came to the world to cause trouble. After that, the intelligent races in the world sacrificed many lives to seal these chaotic whirlpools.
In order to ensure that the seal is not destroyed, there are not only the local garrison, the church's resident judge, but also observers from other countries such as the Sage Society, who work together to monitor the source of these dangers.
The barren land is barren of grass, with a few dry trees dotted in the wilderness, and in the center of the earth is a huge pitch black basin. This is the sealed vortex of chaos.
The basin is surrounded by tall and solid city walls and fortresses, and in the fortress, a church is also particularly conspicuous. Its pointed tower top is like a sharp sword piercing the gray sky. There are rarely sunny days here, and due to the local wilderness,
Affected by the storm, it is cloudy most of the time, and the environment is therefore particularly depressing.
In the church, rows of candles were burning, and under the angel sculpture in the center stood a judge in white robes.
The door opened slowly, and then several priests in black robes walked in.
They quickly walked behind the inquisitor and reported in a low voice.
"Sir, the representatives from the Frost Alliance are here, and they said they want to conduct a handover ceremony."
Since Frost Rose's army moved all the way to the west and north, the ownership of Dark Abyss County has also changed hands recently. Due to the special nature of this place, the two sides did not start a battle here. Instead, after fighting on the periphery, they decided to decide the future.
belonging.
"So fast? It seems that the Frost Alliance's offensive is very fierce." The judge, who had his back to everyone, turned around.
In the past few years, the garrison of Crancia has been assisting in suppressing this place. He knows those soldiers very well. They have a strong will to fight and strict discipline. They are not easily defeated.
Unexpectedly, the Frost Alliance has now taken over this place. It seems that the other party has invested a lot of force in order to push back the Clancia defenders in a short period of time.
"Then let's do it tomorrow. In addition, we will also inform the garrison personnel of the Sage Association. Although they are not large in number, their strength cannot be ignored."
"yes."
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After capturing Hopeland, the Frost Alliance army continued to move north, and the legions on the Black Pine River also moved west to join the main force in the south.
Relying on the solid defense and powerful offensive capabilities of the Golem, the Frost Alliance advanced all the way. In a few months, they conquered several counties and pushed towards the hinterland of Crancia step by step. In the end, the two armies met in Greenfield County and stopped for the time being.
Stay down.
It's not that the army doesn't want to move forward, but that the subsequent supplies have encountered various troubles.
The nearly 1 million-strong army requires an extremely large amount of food and supplies. However, before the arrival of its coalition forces, Crancia organized the evacuation of most of its personnel early, leaving not much food behind.
Moreover, after occupying several counties and provinces, the supply lines in the rear were harassed from time to time by the Clansian troops who were traveling sporadically. They burned and destroyed a lot of supplies, which gradually made the advancing army anxious.
Inside the Central Camp of Frost Alliance.
Several generals, mage representatives, golem army commanders, and airship commanders gathered together. At the top was Marshal Swift, and below were representatives from all parties, including General Jenkins.
"Although the war situation was generally smooth and the goal was achieved according to the plan, subsequent problems have become increasingly serious." Marshal Swift looked a little heavy.
"The local people are extremely resistant to our rule, and the implementation of many regulations and rules relies on the force of the military."
"At the rear, our supply team also suffered many attacks, and the transportation of food became an urgent problem."
Nearly 1 million troops are scattered in several counties, and the amount of food they consume is extremely alarming. Currently, the more skilled troops of 600,000 are actually confronting Crancia on the front line, and the following 400,000 troops are responsible for maintaining stability and peace.
Transportation of food and other materials.
But the enemy Clancia is different. They have local advantages, flexible and convenient supply lines, which makes the Frost Alliance envious but unable to do so.
As the coalition forces moved into the hinterland of Crancia, they gradually felt an invisible restraint and the war gradually became more difficult.
The enemy no longer engages in large-scale offensive battles, but instead relies on the swift cavalry to carry out various harassment operations. Sometimes even if the Golem Legion discovers it, the opponent will quickly leave before it can show its power, leaving behind a pile of wreckage and ruins.
"I suggest that the army go all out to the west, open up the west coast of Crancia, and rely on sea transportation of food supplies."
While everyone was discussing, Jenkins said this firmly.
"This..." Marshal Swift frowned slightly. This suggestion was very risky. The battle line was stretched so long. Once it was cut off in the middle, the coalition forces would be divided.
"This move is too risky." The other general shook his head and continued.
"It is better to slow down the offensive a little, stabilize the occupied territory first, transport the grain through the Heisong River, and then transport it by land carriage."
"In addition, the autumn harvest season is coming soon. Several local counties can still collect a lot of grain."
This suggestion was quickly approved by most of the generals, which greatly reduced the difficulty and was much more stable, so you didn't have to take such risks.
"But..." Jenkins was about to argue, but Marshal Swift had already decided.
"That's it, let's reorganize the occupied counties and provinces first."
"yes."
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As autumn gradually arrives, the fighting between the two sides temporarily eases, and they gradually become busy with the harvest of food.
In the Black Rock Principality, the allied forces of Clancia and Gufia Orcs gradually retreated, leaving only about 60,000 garrison troops to assist the local 'Sword Forging Sect' in re-establishing order. They also transported food, equipment, and supplies to assist
The local area was rebuilt and restored.
"Thank you, thank you."
A mother took the grain in her palms with both hands and said in a choked voice with gratitude. Behind her were two standing children.
Although the war in Black Rock has ended, many families have long been broken up, and many women and children have been displaced, and even face the plight of famine. During the rule of the Halberd Faction, a large amount of food was forcibly collected, and many families currently have to endure hunger.
"It's nothing. This is not just my contribution, but the help from Clansia in the south." Jenna knelt down and looked at the two thin children, with kindness and compassion in her eyes.
"Come, say thank you to the eldest sister." The mother pulled out two children who were afraid of strangers. They were wearing shabby and thin gray linen clothes and looked at the beautiful eldest sister with their big dark eyes.
"Thank you...Thank you, wow." There was joy in the eyes of the two children, but also fear and inferiority.
"Well..." Jenna stroked the heads of the two children and replied softly. Since she grew her short hair long, her whole temperament has also changed a lot.
"Sister, there is an officer over there looking for you." A young voice shouted.
"Okay." Jenna stood up, waved to the mother and son, and then left.
In this small mountain town, some soldiers from the Sword Forging Sect and Crancia were organizing people to repair the damaged houses and opened a relief shack in the center of the town to help those who were sick, hungry, and unable to work.
There is also a notice erected on the side, indicating that if the construction is restored, food will be distributed.
Jena pressed the long knife at her hand and came to a house where several soldiers were processing letters and documents from various places.
"Here is a letter sent to you. It was specially instructed by Solander." When an officer saw Jenna coming over, he stood up and took out a special envelope. It was wrapped in thick kraft paper and had several bright red ones on it.
The seal indicates the importance.
"Is it for me? It's from Solander." Jena couldn't remember which foreigner she knew, or who was in the capital of Crancia.
"Yes." The officer handed over the letter.
After carefully opening it, Jenna opened the folded letter paper and read the words on it.
[To classmate and friend Jenna:
I'm Luo Lan, I recently heard about you in Black Rock Jenna...
]
The familiar title and name made her realize that it was originally a letter from Lorraine. Isn't she at school? Why is she in Soland now?
Out of curiosity, Jena continued reading.
...
[I hope you don’t have to worry. If you have any problems that need help and resolution, you can contact local officials. If it’s really serious and you feel it’s difficult, you can also go to the Knight Commander of Dawnhorn. Now he is also based in Black Rock and Ned County. You
It’s easy to see him...]
The letter first comforted Jina, and then told her who she could go to for help if she had any difficulties in the future. In addition, Lorraine Hill also advised Jina to go back to school to study as much as possible after things settled down, so that she could do more in the future.
After all, she is still young and is not eager to jump into other matters prematurely.
At the end of the letter, although Lorraine Hill did not say that he was the great sage of Crancia, he also vaguely stated that he was currently working in Solander.
"Didn't you expect that Luo Lan also left school?" Jina sighed, and found it interesting. Luo Lan himself was not in school, but persuaded herself to go to school.
However, the concern in it still made her feel a touch of warmth. After losing many relatives in her hometown, this kind of concern without seeking benefits has become precious.
I should just listen to this friend's advice, and after settling a series of affairs at the end of this year, I will return to school to continue my studies.
'However, I have to work harder this time.' She raised her head and looked at the clear, cloudless sky.