Chapter 449: Dividing Forces to Attack

After Luoning left Wushan Castle, he began to arrange the deployment of combat forces within the territory.

Due to its unique location, if the enemy wanted to launch a large-scale attack on Wubei Territory, they could only land through the Wubei Port currently under construction.

Although it was unlikely, for the sake of security, Luoning still had Ruige lead three Knight Squads to station there to prevent any accidents.

However, even if there were any accidents, Luoning did not need to worry, as Uncle Ximeng, a Silver Moon Knight, was at the port.

The only thing that worried him was Jiliu Island, which stood alone overseas.

Currently, there were less than two Knight Squads stationed on Jiliu Island; even adding the one Lisi was training at Wubei Port, it was less than three in total. If a large-scale pirate force arrived, they might not be able to defend against it.

Ruidar and Aierlong both had to go to Yueguang Valley, and Maiken was guarding Zilei Territory, so the only one left who could shoulder this heavy responsibility was that tool-dragon, Kaierluosi.

Moreover, the sea was very suitable for a dragon to perform. Just imagine, when enemy ships were still several miles away from the port, Kaierluosi would use Flame Breath to burn their ships; if they couldn't even land, what would they have to fight with?

Unless Screaming Island dispatched enough warships disguised as pirate ships to overwhelm Kaierluosi, otherwise, it would just be a free gift.

The only inconvenience was that without Kaierluosi, Luoning could only rely on Wind Wings to travel back and forth, which was much slower in terms of speed.

The next period of time was spent on mobilization; during this time, while Wushan Territory appeared calm on the outside, it was surging with activity on the inside.

Such large-scale arrangements and mobilizations by Lulansi and Luoning had long attracted the attention of other nobles.

Viscounts, Barons, and knights from various manors all came to Wushan Castle to inquire about the situation. Although Lulansi did not say it explicitly, he told them to go back and stockpile food and weapons.

Now everyone knew that Wushan Territory was going to war.

Time flowed like water, and in the blink of an eye, a month and a half had passed.

After Luoning completed all arrangements and made preparations, he sent Kaierluosi to Jiliu Island, while he himself stayed in Anbian City.

During this period, he exhausted all the Attribute Points and Energy Essence he had recently accumulated.

A large portion of the Energy Essence was invested in Maiken, as he was facing the threat from the Vila Principality in Zilei Territory, and his strength could not be too low.

With 6,000 points of Energy Essence consumed, Maiken's strength progress reached the Silver Moon level (9025/10000).

Of the remaining 2,633 points, Luoning allocated 1,000 points to Aierlong so that he could treat more wounded in battle, and the rest were all invested in Kaierluosi, whose dragon body grew further.

Inside the large tent of the temporary camp on the border of Wushan Territory, it was currently bustling with people.

Sitting at the very top was the master of Wushan Territory, Marquis Lulansi; standing on the left was Luoning, and on the right was Ruidar, the commander of this joint force from Wushan Castle and Wubei City.

Opposite them were the main leaders of the teams: Aierlong, Suofeiya, Peiteluo, Hameng, Aini Lu, Qiaofuli, as well as the nearby Feilipu, Baron Suoersitan, and Viscount Mawen Tieti, who did not want to stay out of it, and so on.

Looking at this group of figures, especially the powerful knights and magicians in front, an infinite sense of emotion rose in Lulansi's heart—such a lineup was too magnificent.

He did not expect that the Wushan Family would one day possess so many powerful knights and magicians.

"Grandfather, would you like to say a few words?" Luoning said with a smile.

Lulansi put away his thoughts and waved his hand with a smile, "Luoning, you are the commander this time. As for me, you can just treat me as a mascot."

Everyone couldn't help but laugh.

Luoning nodded; there was no need for false modesty. He took out a map and had Tangmu and Dawei unfold and hold it up in front of everyone.

"The main city of Yueguang Valley is Yueguang City, located to our southwest. There are two roads that can lead there. The upper one passes through Nasika Town and is longer; the lower one passes through Pisa Town and is shorter."

Luoning pointed to the two roads on the map, "After the 50,000 Witch Soul soldiers at Tals Town were annihilated last time, Hesusu contracted his defensive line. According to Hameng's investigation, these two small towns are guarded by 70,000 to 80,000 Witch Soul knights and soldiers respectively, among whom there should be two or three Meteor Knights forcibly promoted."

"Now we will split into two routes. The upper route will be led by me, Aierlong, and Hameng, responsible for the Sixth and Seventh Knight Orders. The lower route will be led by Ruidar, Suofeiya, Aini Lu, and Peiteluo, responsible for the joint force composed of the Fifth Knight Order and Knight Squads like those of Qiaofuli and Viscount Mawen."

Don't look at the fact that the enemy has 70,000 to 80,000; most of them were converted from ordinary people. Apart from their large numbers, they have weaknesses such as being rigid and slow, and cannot be compared with well-trained regular troops.

What's more, besides knights, Luoning's side also had infantry, archers, and recruited militia, and their numbers were not small either.

With this arrangement, both routes would have Magicians directly using Magic to blast open the towns' defenses, coordinating with archers to launch the first wave of attacks, followed by knight charges, with infantry and militia following closely behind.

"I think everyone who experienced the battle of Black Python City knows the evil and terror of the Witch Soul Clan. Therefore, even if the enemy is a member of the royal family or a noble Count of the Kingdom, for the sake of humanity and our own safety, we are forced to fight!"

Luoning said solemnly: "To prevent accidents and interference from outside forces, this battle must be fast—a quick victory! Therefore, the army will set out at 3:00 AM tomorrow. Everyone will only carry one meal of rations and no other supplies, striving to reach Nasika Town and Pisa Town before 10:00 AM, and take the towns before noon!"

"Aierlong, calculate your Magic Power and be ready to boost the morale of the three armies."

Aierlong responded with a smile: "Don't worry, my lord. For me now, the amount of Magic Power consumed by Level 1 Magic is very small."

After the instructions were given, most of the people in the tent dispersed; they had to implement the action plan.

"What about me?"

Lulansi asked with a smile, "Where should I go?"

Luoning couldn't help but laugh, "For the two towns, our strength is completely sufficient. Why don't you be responsible for ensuring the safety of the rear food transport team?"

"Good, good, good, I'll listen to you."

Lulansi didn't mind; the key battle was in Yueguang City, and these two towns could definitely be taken.

"I have also arranged for people to spread the news in Jinyu City that Hesusu has become a member of the Witch Soul Clan. I believe it will be widely known in these two days."

Lulansi said: "The day after tomorrow morning, Albert will take my letter and go to Jinyu Palace in person to hand it to His Majesty the King, and let the world know that our battle is not a betrayal, but to let the King see the evil face of the alien race clearly."

Luoning nodded and smiled: "We are 'rectifying the monarch's side' and fighting for humanity. His Majesty the King shouldn't have to send troops to attack Wushan Territory, right?"

"'Rectifying the monarch's side'..."

Lulansi muttered, "That's a good term."

However, both of them knew that these were actually just excuses.

They only needed to show their powerful side, make others wary, and let others know that even if they defeated Wushan Territory, they would have to pay a heavy price; only then could they be safe.

What they had to do was to take Yueguang Valley in a very short time and capture Hesusu to hand over to the royal family; this was the most powerful deterrent. (End of chapter)