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Chapter 250 Aid to Rohan
Because of the urgency of the situation, Gandalf was even prepared to abandon his plan to ride his mount, Swiftshade, and instead prepare to fly across the white mountains on his flying broomstick, heading towards Minas Tirith, the capital of Gondor, in a straight line.

However, this plan was thwarted by Dui.

"Flying there like this would take quite a bit of time. I can just make a portal key that will teleport me directly to Gondor. Although it won't take me directly to the capital of Gondor, it will shorten the distance considerably."

Gandalf's eyes lit up. "With your magic, things will be even more convenient!"

Dui then took out a mithril ring and cast a spell on it with his wand.

"Mentos!"

The mithril ring trembled slightly, emitting a blue light.

Dui handed the mithril ring to Gandalf and explained:
"I've placed a Portkey Charm on the ring. You only need to inject a little magic to activate it, and it will teleport you directly to Gondor. Moreover, it can be reused. If you encounter danger, just activate it, and it will teleport you back to Isengard."

Gandalf did not refuse Duy's offer and happily put the ring on the index finger of his left hand, on the same hand as the Ring of Fire.

He even joked, "If I weren't an old man, it would probably cause a misunderstanding. I hope Alvin won't be angry about it, after all, she's not the first person you've given a ring to."

Dui was speechless.

Although they looked different, he vaguely remembered the old man who played Gandalf in his previous life—a man who preferred men to women. Connecting that man with the Gandalf before him only created a sense of incongruity.

If he hadn't known they weren't the same person, he would have been wary.

Gandalf found Dui's complicated gaze strange, but he didn't have the mind to think about it at the moment. After saying goodbye to Dui, he mounted his mount, Swift Shadow, and prepared to be teleported to Gondor with it using the Portkey.

But before he could leave, the griffin circling and patrolling high in the sky let out a sharp, loud cry.

Dui and Gandalf looked up at the same time, their faces showing confusion.

"What did Aslan discover?" Gandalf could vaguely sense the emotion in the griffin's voice, so he stopped activating the key and asked in confusion.

Dui possessed the talent of Legilimency, allowing him to directly perceive the thoughts of griffins. He frowned and looked out of Eisengard.

"Aslan said that a group of people has arrived outside, they seem to be from Rohan, and they are heading this way."

Upon hearing that the people of Rohan had arrived, Gandalf did not rush to leave. He said worriedly, "Gondor is in danger, and the Rohan people have suddenly come to Isengard. I'm afraid Rohan is also in trouble!"

Gandalf's premonition was correct when a pair of cavalrymen, led by Black Barbarians, arrived at Dui, covered in dust.

The two then learned that Rohan had been invaded by the army of Mordor.

“Lord Duir, I am Fokri, the cousin of His Majesty King Sengir. We have received a distress signal from Gondor, but we are currently facing an invasion of tens of thousands of Orc troops and Eastern Barbarians in the east, and are unable to provide any assistance,” a leader of about thirty years old said respectfully to Duir.

"My lord, you are a neighbor of our Rohan Kingdom, and we have always maintained friendly relations. You possess immense power, and your name is widely known in Rohan. On behalf of His Majesty the King, I request your assistance. This is a letter written by His Majesty himself."

He then handed a letter to Dui.

Dui took the letter, read it carefully, and then looked surprised.

Upon seeing this, Gandalf couldn't help but ask, "What did His Majesty Sengir say in his heart that surprised you so much?"

Dui handed him the letter, saying, "King Sengir promised to help Rohan defend against the enemy and will give me the entire Rohan Pass, including the Aisen River crossing."

Gandalf was also surprised to hear this.

The Pass of Rohan refers to the region between the Misty Mountains and the White Mountains. It is an open valley plain, and the Aisen River crossing is a vital transportation route connecting Rohan and Gondor to the region of Eriador, making it strategically important.

Once someone controls and blocks this place, Rohan and Gondor will be left isolated and helpless.

To the surprise of both Dui and Gandalf, the King of Rohan was willing to cede this territory.

However, Gandalf did not intend to get involved in this matter and left it to Dui to decide for himself.

Dui thought for a moment, then turned his gaze to the leader of the Black Barbarians who had come with Rohan's group.

Since Dui subdued the Black Barbarians, they have mainly lived on the grasslands surrounding Eisengard, forming the first line of defense to prevent uninvited guests from entering Eisengard.

“Brog, you have heard King Senger’s conditions. This matter is up to you. If you are willing to send troops to help Rohan defend against the enemy, then the Rohan breach and the Aisen River crossing that King Senger ceded will become your territory for the future. But if you do not agree, then this matter is over.”

Dui spoke directly to the leader of the Black Barbarians.

Dui needs to stay in Aisengard to guard against Saruman's surprise attack and does not intend to personally go to aid Rohan.

Before reconciling with the Rohan, the Black Barbarians were a major threat to the Rohan, and had even once attacked the Rohan capital, Edoras, demonstrating their strength.

If the Black Barbarians and the Rohan joined forces against the enemy, they might be able to defeat the army of Mordor.

Of course, Dui did not force the Black Barbarians to submit. Although he accepted their submission, unlike the residents of Hogsmeade and Brie, the Black Barbarians had always been autonomous, and Dui did not interfere.

However, Dui still leaned towards agreeing with the Black Barbarians.

In this way, the Black Barbarians would have a large territory to live in, and even occupy the Eisen River ferry, a key point on the north-south road, which would bring them a steady stream of income, enough to allow them to live and work in peace and contentment.

Moreover, if the Black Barbarians and the Rohans join forces against their enemies, they can also resolve the centuries-old feud between the two tribes.

Gandalf naturally understood Dui's intention, and a look of appreciation flashed in his eyes.

Although the Black Wildlands and Rohan achieved peace through the intervention of Dui and Gandalf, how could the deep-seated hatred and grudges accumulated over hundreds of years be easily resolved?

This joint effort between the two races against Mordor's army may well be an opportunity to resolve their past grievances.

The leader of the Black Barbarians was also torn upon hearing Dui's words. According to his own feelings, he was naturally unwilling to let his people risk their lives to fight the Rohan against their enemies; in fact, he wished the Rohan would be wiped out by the Mordor army.

However, if they offer assistance, they can obtain a large area of ​​land to live in, allowing their clansmen and descendants to live in peace and prosperity for generations to come.

After struggling and hesitating for a long time, Brog finally raised his head and looked at Dui with determination.

"My lord, we Black Barbarians are willing to offer our assistance, but we will not obey their orders on the battlefield."

Dui smiled upon hearing this.

He knew Brog would agree.

Brog, as the leader of the Black Barbarians, was a rare leader who wholeheartedly cared for his people. For this reason, he voluntarily submitted to Dui in order to gain his protection, and was also willing to put aside his grudges and make peace with the Rohan.

It's not surprising that they would choose to aid the Rohan people in order to fight for the territory where their people live.

Gandalf also smiled with satisfaction, which showed both approval of Dui's actions and appreciation for the Black Wilds' choice of leader.

The Rohan people, who came seeking help, went from being anxious to overjoyed.

Although the Rohan people held prejudices against the Black Barbarians, these "savages," it is undeniable that the Black Barbarians were strong fighters and had caused them a lot of trouble.

With the help of the Black Barbarians, they would have much more confidence in facing the army of Mordor.

“Since you are willing to aid the Kingdom of Rohan, I, as the lord, cannot remain silent,” Dui said.

Dui took out the victory horn and blew it.

Accompanied by a loud horn, the sound resounded throughout Eisengard.

Then several sounds, like those of eagles and horses, came from the depths of the forest.

Dozens of winged hippogriffs flew out of the forest, circled in the sky a few times, and then, summoned by the horn, quickly landed on the ground. After a running start and a sudden stop, they arrived in front of Dui.

The Rohan army and the Black Barbarians stared in astonishment at these winged, hippogriff-like creatures that looked like they were assembled from parts.

These winged creatures with the heads of birds and bodies of horses are over three meters tall and have a wingspan of six meters. They are three to four times larger than ordinary horses and look about the size of elephants.

Dui stroked the lead hippogriff, then turned to Brog, the leader of the Black Barbarians, and said:
"These winged creatures with the heads of eagles and the bodies of horses can run on the ground and fly in the sky. We will lend them to you for this battle."

However, they are very proud, and it's not easy for ordinary people to gain their approval. You all have to try; whoever can ride them depends entirely on their own skill.

Upon hearing this, not only did the people of the Black Barbarian Lands' eyes light up, but even the Rohan people showed expressions of envy.

These winged creatures with the heads of birds and the bodies of horses look extraordinary. Who wouldn't want to ride one of them?
Brog, the leader of the Black Barbarians, looked at the winged hippogriffs with some excitement and quickly asked Dui, "My lord, how can we gain their approval?"

“Choose one you like, then come to within about two meters of it. Bow to it while making eye contact with it without any hesitation. If it bows back to you, it means it approves of you, and you can approach it and ride it,” Dui said.

"But if it doesn't bow its head, it means it doesn't approve. Don't hesitate, just slowly back away. Otherwise, if you anger it, it might swat you twice and kill you."

Following Dui's instructions, the Black Barbarians were eager to try and gain the approval of the hippogriff.

The first to try was naturally Brog, the leader of the Black Barbarians.

He set his sights on the leading hippogriff, which was also the first and only hippogriff that Dui had bred and that had a name—Buckbeak.

Seeing Brog's choice, Dui did not stop him, but watched the show from the sidelines.

Brog took the initiative to approach Buckbeek.

When they came within two or three meters, Buckbeak became restless and alert, pawing the ground with its sharp talons, as if warning him not to come any closer.

Brog immediately stopped in his tracks, then stared intently at the other man with sharp eyes, and slowly bowed in greeting.

Buckbeak stared at the human before him, as if assessing and evaluating him.

When Brog's body was stiff and sore, swaying slightly, Buckbeak stretched out one front hoof and slowly lowered his head in return.

Dui was somewhat surprised by the result, but he still smiled and congratulated him, "Congratulations, Brog, Buckbeak has approved of you, you can touch him now."

Brog's face lit up with delight, and he cautiously approached, reaching out to tentatively stroke Buckbeak's sharp beak.

Even though Brog was the best horseman in the tribe, it still took him a lot of effort to climb onto the back of the three-meter-tall winged griffon.

Then the other warriors from the Black Barbarian Lands also chose their own targets and bowed to the hippogriffs in order to gain their approval.

Some succeeded, but others failed.

There was even one that angered a hippogriff and was nearly torn apart by its sharp claws, but Dui intervened in time to avoid injury.

Those who succeeded naturally rode joyfully on their winged, hippogriff-like beasts.
Those who failed could only slink back in disgrace, then look on with envy and jealousy at their companions riding on the backs of hippogriffs.

Then Dui took out thousands of suits of armor woven from spider silk and gave them to the Black Barbarians.

These armors are incredibly lightweight, comfortable, and resilient; ordinary swords simply cannot penetrate their defenses, making them a specialty of Fengyun Peak.

Dui also took out all the weapons that Saruman had secretly crafted from the Osankta armory and gave them to the people of the Black Barbarians.

Thus, a fully armed army of Black Barbarians was born.

(End of this chapter)