Chapter 636: Chapter 636 Reinforcements Dispatched
Sitting within the military tent, the Lu Hua Army General anxiously awaited news from the front lines.
Upon hearing Kun Ya’s report, the Lu Hua Army General sadly exhaled a ring of smoke and furrowed his brows upon seeing the clothing Kun Ya presented to him.
“This is the hair of the Fire-haired Bull, which lives around Qinghe Volcano. There is also a mix of other textiles; we’ll need to take them back for analysis to be sure.
Were you able to strip off some clothing from the Luo Ze Elites you downed for study?”
“No problem,” Kun Ka nodded in agreement. “Someone’s already on it.”
After a moment of silence, the Lu Hua Army General finally asked, “We lost more than two hundred people this time… What about that Half-Plant Clan named Potato Thorn? Is he all right?
As the weather gets colder, his combat effectiveness must be declining. If he’s still alive, there’s no need to force him to fight.”
“General, he’s very much alive. Thanks to him, we avoided total annihilation this time,” Kun Ya didn’t hide his admiration for Yang Yu, “Just in terms of combat judgment, I believe he is on par with you. With enough time, he’s sure to shoulder a great responsibility.”
Hearing Kun Ya’s report, the Lu Hua Army General couldn’t help but breathe a sigh of relief,
“Keep an eye on that group’s movements, no need to return for now.
If there’s any change in plans, I’ll contact you immediately.
I hope you can bravely eradicate them as much as possible, to prevent them from affecting the battle…
Our siege plans are postponed again.
If we’re still unable to meet up with the second and third divisions within a week, leave some forces behind to contain the enemy and the rest come assist with the siege.
I’ll contact the other units of the West Fifth Army later to ensure they’re extra vigilant.”
After speaking, the Lu Hua Army General allowed Kun Ya to continue the investigation, while he stepped out of the tent and looked toward East View City, standing in the near distance.
The black walls were smooth and straight, with heavy cannons hanging on them. The soldiers from the Luo Ze Empire, although hindered in their movement, had no problem operating the heavy artillery. Any force daring to set its sights on East View City would be restrained by that terrifying firepower.
Even if a few lucky individuals made it up the city walls, they would struggle against the overwhelming numbers.
Unless he could get a hundred soldiers as fierce as Yang Yu, it seemed that he could only long for the city and sigh with regret this year.
Not long after gazing at East View City, a soldier called the Lu Hua Army General back into the tent, where fresh contact had been made through the Crystal Ball — it was an exceptionally special face.
The Lu Hua Army General, uncharacteristically, fully extinguished his pipe and tucked it away, crossing his arms and sitting down at the desk before speaking,
“Prime Minister, what brings you this way?”
The face that appeared on the Crystal Ball was no other than Minister Ming Dalak of the country.
The battle front at Sailuomen Plain was far from the royal capital, and the Communication Magic used by most magicians had difficulty making direct contact with the royal capital.
It was even harder to make contact with them from the royal capital.
After all, aside from the magicians unable to participate in the war, most of the capable magicians of Wansheng Country were deployed in the field, unable to construct a convenient intelligence network like that of the Luo Ze Empire.
For Minister Ming Dalak to make contact in this manner, there must be some urgent matter.
“It’s been a long time, General Lu Hua Army. It’s really difficult to have a face-to-face conversation with you,” after a brief greeting, Minister Ming Dalak didn’t beat around the bush and went straight to the point, “You’ve worked hard on the recapture mission, what’s the situation like now?”
The Lu Hua Army General explained as calmly as possible, “It’s worse than imagined. This year, the Luo Ze Empire has adopted new tactics. I’m not sure about the other armies, but as far as the West Fifth Army is concerned, the retaking of East View City could fail again this year.”
Minister Ming Dalak’s handsome face remained unruffled, seemingly unsurprised by the outcome,
“The enemy has accumulated quite an advantage, planning to quickly end this war. In order to alleviate the pressure from the plains, and not to waste time there, they changed their strategy, which was also within expectations.”
“In such a situation, what insights do you have, Minister Ming Dalak? After all, you have participated in the founding war of Wansheng Country and have dealt with the cunning humans.”
Minister Ming Dalak smiled,
“Although I took part in that war, I basically didn’t play much of a role…
The establishment of this country was entirely the merit of every race.
To win this war, we will need to utilize each race’s special traits, just like in the previous wars.
I heard the General has already arrived at East View City and must have started making preparations for the siege.
Last summer, the Striped Guardian Clan that joined us achieved quite a bit in several sieges. Perhaps they can also play a role in the upcoming siege battles.”
“The Striped Guardian Clan?” The Lu Hua Army General gently stroked his chin, understanding Ming Dalak’s point, “Reliable? Those cold-blooded Lizard people, extremely sensitive to temperature, won’t they become live targets in this weather?”
“There’s no need to worry about that.”
Minister Ming Dalak assured,
“We have found an appropriate solution, thanks to another race’s help.
After Qinghe Volcano was taken from them, their livestock was slaughtered, and they lost their ancestral land.
So, they are willing to fight alongside us.
They are even ready to violate their ancestral teachings, entrusting us with those important things to solve the current problem.
What those things are, you will come to know once you see them, General.
Besides, the elves we’ve integrated have also started to properly study the Holy Light.
To aid in your siege, I’ve selected some capable Priests to join your troops to reduce your casualties.
After all, come spring and summer, we will rely on you and your troops to repay both their races.”
“I understand, thank you for your consideration, Prime Minister,” nodded the Lu Hua Army General, “I will make the best use of them.”
“I hope to hear good news from the General soon.
Moreover, there’s another matter. I would like to inquire how the young man I recommended is doing?”
“I don’t know where you found him, but his impressive performance truly took me by surprise.”
“Is that so? That’s good to hear.”
Minister Ming Dalak’s face broke into a slight smile,
“As for his situation, you should be aware by now; the rewards the King promised him have arrived with the troops.
Please transfer the items to him, and let him know that if he really can achieve something significant in this war, we will do everything in our power to help him recover quickly.
Well, that’s all I needed to say, and it’s time for me to go back and see if King Qian Xialan can manage the affairs properly in my absence.
I wish you great fortune in battle.”
With that, Minister Ming Dalak’s image completely disappeared from the Crystal Ball.
The Lu Hua Army General also took out his smoking pipe and headed out to inspect the troops, taking yet another look at the city that had thwarted him several times.