Chapter 70: Uncle-in-law

"Noble title?!"

Martina's eyes lit up slightly.

She knew that Roko had always longed to be promoted to a noble title, thereby gaining greater power and a broader territory.

If this Kingdom Allied Forces operation could really bring enough merit to Roko, then it was not something that couldn't be considered.

Just then, another attendant ran in hurriedly.

In his hand, he also held a letter.

"Reporting to Young Master, this is an urgent letter sent from the provincial capital of the Xin Feng Province."

Provincial capital?

Roko's heart stirred, and he immediately took the letter.

After taking a look, he realized that this letter was written by his uncle-in-law, Earl Leonard Colvin.

Roko's aunt, Unier Raymond, had married this Earl Leonard, who held an important position in the Kingdom's military.

Back then, Roko had contributed quite a bit to his aunt and uncle-in-law's happy marriage.

Therefore, his relationship with this uncle-in-law had always been very good.

The content of the letter made a look of surprise appear on Roko's face.

His uncle-in-law mentioned in the letter that he had already learned the news that the Kingdom was going to form an allied force in the Xin Feng Province to clear out the Orcs.

Moreover, he had already used his connections to arrange everything for Roko regarding the logistical supplies for the allied forces.

He would arrange for Roko to meet with an important general under the commander of this allied force, Legion Commander Gelifen Aogusudu.

"It really is someone sending a pillow just when I'm sleepy."

Roko put down the letter, a relaxed smile on his face.

With this letter from his uncle-in-law, his situation in this allied force operation would undoubtedly be much better.

At the very least, he wouldn't have to worry about being sabotaged in terms of logistical supplies.

His own troops would also escape the fate of being cannon fodder.

Moreover, being able to connect with the high-level officials of the allied forces in advance was also crucial for his subsequent actions.

"It seems that this trip to Luoxing Pingyuan is a must."

Roko's gaze swept over everyone, and he said firmly.

"Hart, you immediately go and count all the combat-ready soldiers in Vanguard Valley."

"Pick the most elite knights and soldiers to form a unit of five hundred."

"Remember, this time, we are not bringing the Storm Colts."

"The Storm Colts are the trump card of our Vanguard Valley and cannot be easily lost in this war."

Upon hearing this, Hart's eyes flashed with understanding.

"Yes! Young Master! Subordinate understands!"

The value of the Storm Colts was immense and could not be wasted like this.

"Martina."

Roko turned to the snow-fox girl.

"You are responsible for preparing all military supplies needed for the troops' expedition, such as food, arrows, and medicine."

"In addition, after I leave, the defense and daily management of Vanguard Valley will be fully entrusted to you."

"Before I return, you must ensure the safety and stability of the territory."

Although Martina was somewhat reluctant for Roko to take risks, she also knew that this was an important opportunity for Roko to develop his own strength.

She nodded vigorously, her snow-white fox ears shaking along with her.

"Don't worry, Roko!"

"With me here, Vanguard Valley will definitely not have any trouble!"

"However, you must bring me back more spoils, especially gold coins!"

At the end, she did not forget to emphasize the thing she cared about most.

Roko shook his head with a laugh upon hearing this.

This little money-grubber was truly thinking about her gold coins at all times.

In the next few days, the entire Vanguard Valley fell into tense and busy war preparations.

Hart followed Roko's orders and picked out five hundred of the most elite warriors from the territory.

Among them were fifty knights from the original Storm Knights, one hundred Knight Reservists, and three hundred and fifty experienced veterans.

The rest remained to guard Vanguard Valley.

Although not being equipped with Storm Colts caused the combat effectiveness of this unit to drop by at least half or more.

But even so, it should be enough.

Martina displayed her management talent, preparing all the supplies needed for the expedition in an orderly manner, without any errors.

Five days later.

The morning mist had not yet dissipated when the castle gate of Vanguard Valley slowly opened.

Roko was in full military attire, sitting astride a spirited black warhorse.

Behind him were five hundred Vanguard Valley elites ready to set off.

They were in neat formation, their armor bright, and the weapons in their hands flickering with cold light in the morning sun, a murderous aura naturally arising.

Fula still followed silently by Roko's side; she also rode a warhorse, the longsword at her waist trembling slightly in the morning breeze.

Martina stood at the city gate, watching Roko who was about to go on a long journey, a trace of worry and reluctance rarely appearing in those pure white eyes.

"Roko, be careful."

She whispered, her voice much gentler than usual.

Roko turned back and gave her a reassuring smile.

"Don't worry, Martina."

"Wait for my return."

After speaking, he pulled the reins violently, the warhorse let out a neigh, and he galloped toward the east first.

Five hundred Vanguard Valley soldiers followed closely behind, like a torrent of steel, disappearing into the vast morning mist.

Luoxing Pingyuan was located on the eastern border of the Xin Feng Province, over a thousand kilometers away from Vanguard Valley.

The terrain here was flat, with rolling mountains on both sides, and in the middle was basically a super-huge plain.

Roko led his troops, traveling day and night.

Along the way, they also encountered several small-scale roaming Orcs, but they were all easily dealt with by the Vanguard Valley elite unit.

These blind Orcs instead became whetstones for Roko's troops to hone their battle formations and increase their combat experience.

Several days later, when Luoxing Pingyuan finally appeared in his field of vision, Roko could not help but be shocked by the scene before him.

He saw flags fluttering and camps stretching as far as the eye could see inside and outside the plain.

Countless soldiers in various armors, led by their respective generals, shuttled back and forth, noisy and bustling.

An iron-blooded, murderous aura shot straight into the sky.

This was the gathering place of the Black Kingdom Allied Forces.

Relying on the noble crest of the Raymond family and the conscription order issued by the Kingdom's Military Department, Roko passed the inspection smoothly.

Led by a Kingdom knight responsible for guiding the way, Roko's troops arrived at a designated camp area and began to set up camp.

Just after settling down, Roko keenly noticed that several unkind gazes were cast from several camps not far away.

He looked over calmly, only to see that the flags hanging in those camps were the crests of some small nobles he did not recognize.

It seemed that these guys had mistaken him for a soft persimmon that had just arrived.

Roko curled his mouth in a cold sneer and ignored them.

He had more important things to do now.

He left Hart in charge of the unit's vigilance and daily drills, while he took Fula to the allied forces' headquarters.

To register the unit information and try to contact the general mentioned in his uncle-in-law's letter. ===== CHAPTER 71 =====