Chapter 29: Strike First! Act Tonight!

It was indeed him.

Roko's fingertips felt slightly cold.

Baron Carter didn't come himself, but sent his son Morris.

The number of this team had already exceeded the scope of purely "investigating missing subordinates."

This was clearly brought with a strong purpose.

A sense of unease instantly shrouded Roko's heart.

What does a small gold mine represent?

It represents a pure income of twenty or thirty thousand gold coins stably every year.

This is enough to make a barren Baron territory become wealthy in a short time.

Enough to give a Knight family the confidence to cultivate more Knights and purchase finer equipment.

Enough to allow a Pioneer Noble to gain a foothold in this chaotic land, and even expand rapidly.

Facing such huge temptation, how much deterrent power can the identity of a non-heir of the Raymond family have?

Xin Feng Province, hundreds of thousands of miles away from the Royal Capital.

This is a paradise for pioneers, and also a hotbed for ambitious people.

Laws and rules here often give way to naked jungle laws.

Baron Carter, that old-school Baron who has operated in the Xin Feng Province for many years, is definitely not a kind person.

He dared to send his son to bring troops here, which shows that he has already moved greed, and may even be prepared to tear his face off.

"Hart, pass down the order."

Roko's voice carried a trace of coldness.

"The mine temporarily stops mining, and all ore is sealed."

"Strengthen camp defense, all Knights take turns on duty, no slack allowed."

"Additionally, strictly monitor the movements of Morris's side, if there is any abnormality, report immediately."

"Yes, Young Master!"

Hart took the order and left.

Roko looked at the sky in the direction of Morris's camp, his eyes dark and unclear.

Stopping mining was just a stopgap measure.

Morris's people were stationed a few miles away, like maggots on the tarsal bone.

As time goes on, no matter how they cover it up, the existence of the gold mine will sooner or later be discovered by them.

Passive waiting was definitely not Roko's style.

He needed a more comprehensive plan.

A plan that could solve the trouble once and for all.

His gaze couldn't help but cast toward the direction of Vanguard Valley.

Perhaps, that smart little fox could give him some useful suggestions.

"Send someone back to Vanguard Valley."

Roko ordered his personal guards beside him.

"Let Martina and Fula come here immediately."

A day later, Martina and Fula took the fastest carriage, escorted by a few Knights, and arrived at the camp outside the gold mine valley.

Martina, dusty from the journey, stood up, and her snow-white fox ears stood up vigilantly.

She keenly sensed the tense atmosphere permeating the air.

And that camp in the distance that was vaguely visible and carried hostility.

Fula rushed to Roko's side for the first time, her silver-gray cat ears trembling uneasily, her heterochromatic eyes full of worry.

"Master, are you okay?"

Roko soothingly rubbed Fula's head.

"I'm fine."

His gaze turned to Martina.

This little fox, at this moment, was wrinkling her small nose, carefully observing the surrounding environment.

"Let's talk inside the tent."

Roko took the two to his tent.

Inside the tent, hot food and clean water had already been prepared.

Martina sat down without hesitation and picked up a piece of roasted meat to gnaw on.

Having traveled for a day, she was already hungry.

Looking at her bulging cheeks, eating with satisfaction, the irritability in Roko's heart seemed to dissipate quite a bit.

【Favorability: 45】

【Loyalty: 25】

It seemed that the gourmet strategy was still very useful for this little foodie.

Roko waited until she had eaten enough before simply explaining the current situation and his worries.

Martina put down the bone in her hand and wiped her oily little mouth.

Those pure white eyes flashed with the light of wisdom.

"Baron Carter sending his son to bring troops here and stationing nearby without leaving, the purpose is already very obvious."

Martina's tone was very certain.

"They are just waiting, waiting for an opportunity to confirm the existence of the gold mine, or rather, waiting for an excuse to make a move."

"We stop mining, it can only delay for a while."

"As long as their people are still here, the news of the gold mine cannot be hidden forever."

Her little face revealed a calmness and sharpness that did not match her age.

"Moreover, even if they can't find evidence for the time being, that Baron Carter will definitely not give up."

"He will only think we are hiding deeper, or, he will create an excuse."

"For example, claiming we killed his subordinates and demanding to search the camp."

Roko nodded; Martina's analysis coincided with his judgment.

"Then what do you think we should do?"

Roko asked.

Martina licked her lips, a trace of cunning light flashing in her eyes.

"What to do?"

"Very simple."

"Since passive defense will sooner or later have problems, then..."

Her little hand made a horizontal cutting motion in front of her neck.

"Strike first!"

"Before Baron Carter's main force reacts, solve this eyesore team of Morris completely!"

Roko's pupils shrank slightly.

This little fox was indeed ruthless enough.

"Do you have a specific plan?"

"Of course!"

Martina puffed out her little chest, a confident smile on her face.

"That Morris is just a straw bag relying on his father, Baron Carter."

"He must think that we don't dare to take the initiative to attack him."

"After all, we have few people, and you are still a 'noble' Marquis young master, disdaining to use such means."

She imitated the tone of nobles, her tone carrying a trace of mockery.

Roko looked at her, signaling her to continue.

Martina walked to the simple sand table, which was made by Roko according to the surrounding terrain.

She picked up a small wooden stick and began to point on the sand table.

"Morris's camp selection is very bad, only focusing on water sources, but ignoring defense."

"The west side of the camp is a dense forest, behind it is a gentle slope, very suitable for us to conduct a night raid."

"We can do this..."

Martina began to elaborate on her plan in detail.

Night raid, ambush, split and surround, focus on clearing the Knights.

Every step was clear and explicit, with rigorous logic.

After listening to Martina's plan, Hart beside Roko also revealed an appreciative look.

This plan was bold, ruthless, and highly feasible.

"Young Master, I think it's feasible."

Hart said in a deep voice.

"Those soldiers Morris brought are just ordinary town guards, their equipment and training are far inferior to ours."

"Their real threat is only those thirty Knights."

"As long as we can quickly solve those Knights, the remaining soldiers are not to be feared."

Roko looked at Martina, this little fox was looking at him with expectation, her snow-white tail swinging lightly behind her, as if waiting for praise.

"Very good."

Roko nodded.

"Just do as you say."

"Hart, you are responsible for picking people, act tonight." ===== CHAPTER 30 =====