Mist Lord

Chapter 75 Expedition to the Orc Camp

"Then you've got a specialization in this field. I'm not like that; I studied computer science."

When Xia Yuan founded Mingguang Technology, he was engaged in research on AI intelligent agents, which was a completely different field from managing Lingdi.

"It's just a hobby."

Pei Shuang smiled and changed the subject, "Aren't we going to Yunwu Pavilion today? It's so lively there."

"Forget it, I won't go and join in the fun."

With the end of the level 7/8 territory trials, even if most choose to defend, many slave soldiers will be put up for sale, naturally attracting the attention of lords from all sides who want to make a fortune from it.

But in reality, the truly good stuff has already been absorbed within the faction and will never be sold.

What I want to buy, I can't afford; what I can afford, I don't need.

"But I heard that among the slave soldiers being sold this time are half-elf archers. Are you sure you don't want to go take a look?"

Pei Shuang smiled slyly.

"Impossible, right?"

Half-elf archers are in high demand everywhere, even in high-level territories.

Why would you be willing to put it out for sale?

"He's a level 7 elder from the territory. I heard he suffered heavy losses in this trial, and in order to sell it for a high price to make up for the war losses, he put it up for auction at the Cloud Mist Pavilion." Pei Shuang was indeed well-informed.

"Never mind then, I don't have the money."

Since it's an auction, it's bound to be highly sought after, and a high premium is inevitable.

Aside from the lack of money, simply buying a dozen or twenty half-elf archers wouldn't be enough to significantly improve the strength of Brightlight Town.

"You can borrow from your sister, or you can borrow from Yunyang Bank. With your level 4 lord status, you can apply for a low-interest loan at Yunyang Bank."

"It hasn't come to that point yet. I'll ask when I'm really short of money."

"Pfft! Okay, okay, I'm just teasing you."

Pei Shuang suddenly smiled, "I've already bought five high-quality warhorse carcasses and fifteen half-elf archers for you. Remember to hand them over later."

"This...isn't this inappropriate?"

Xia Yuan didn't want to owe such a big favor for no reason.

"There's nothing inappropriate about it. Just consider it my routine support as the sect leader for you, the subordinate lord. And it's not just you; Wen Yutong and the other two also receive support."

Of course, it certainly won't be as generous as Xia Yuan's.

"But that's still too much."

This so-called routine support has already been given once before, so there's no reason to offer such a generous gift again.

"I also have a request. In the trial in September, my sister plans to let me choose to be the attacker. At that time, I will need the full support of the four of you."

Xia Yuan's rapid growth has clearly put immense pressure on the Pei sisters. Coupled with the significant impact this trial battle had on Pei Ye, it is hoped that Pei Shuang can grow even faster.

If you always choose to defend, there will eventually come a day when you can't defend anymore.

Offense is the best form of defense.

"Understood, I will do my best when the time comes."

Since Sect Master Pei Shuang is so generous, Xia Yuan has no reason not to reciprocate.

This is also an obligation that the vassal lord should fulfill.

"Then it's settled."

For some reason, Pei Shuang felt much more at ease just by receiving Xia Yuan's promise.

"Oh, right, there's one more thing. I heard that Li Mingyu did Vice Alliance Leader Zhu Xiaotian a big favor during this trial, obtaining a very rare item from him."

"I don't know the specifics, but judging from Li Mingyu's expression, he seems very excited."

"Li Mingyu?"

Xia Yuan's gaze narrowed slightly. He had a premonition that he would have to fight Li Mingyu sooner or later.

The kind of life-or-death struggle.

Carrying Pei Shuang's gifts, Xia Yuan returned to his territory.

Now we have five more Tier 5 Skeleton Knights, plus the newly acquired 15 Half-Elf Archers, which will give us a better chance of dealing with the orc camp threat.

Over the next few days, Xia Yuan began to carefully inspect the territory, personally leading the territory planning, urging the resolution of various difficult problems, and streamlining the territory's governance structure.

Time quickly came to August 5th.

"Master, we've found out. The orc camp has a routine: every five days, a hunting party is sent out to hunt. The size of the hunting party is about one hundred and twenty people."

Celia has been secretly investigating the orc camp these days, gathering the most detailed intelligence possible.

"Do you go hunting in groups?"

Upon hearing this, Xia Yuan's eyes lit up. "If that's true, then attacking a hunting party or attacking a camp while the hunting party is away is a good option."

Facing a fully-equipped orc camp would be quite a challenge.

"Early this morning, the orc hunting party left the camp to begin a new round of hunting."

Celia would not interfere with her master's decisions, but would provide as much detailed information as possible: "The orc chieftain and shaman who stayed behind should both be fourth-tier powerhouses."

The orc camp's ability to remain standing in the misty zone is certainly not without its own strengths.

"Then let's attack the orc camp."

Xia Yuan made a decision immediately.

The hunting party may seem easier to deal with, but it is actually scattered in the fog, making it extremely difficult to surround and annihilate them. It would be better to attack the orc camp directly and cut off their source of strength.

"Celia, keep an eye on the orc hunting party. Report back immediately if there are any unusual movements."

"Yes, sir!"

Celia turned and left.

Xia Yuan then summoned Satir and asked her to go to the mine stronghold. He then instructed Blade & Shield No. 1 to lead the elite troops back to the main camp to participate in tomorrow's plan to wipe out the orc camp.

The enemy is powerful, so Mingguang Town must also go all out.

Before nightfall, Blade & Shield One returned to base camp with two heavily armored Blade & Shield soldiers and 80 elite Blade & Shield soldiers.

"My sword and shield!"

Returning once again, Blade & Shield One had a sense of returning home in triumph. Regardless of how many Blade & Shield dogs perished during the hunt, at least an elite force had been forged.

Especially with two heavily armed sword-and-shield-wielding men accompanying him, the scene became even more impressive.

Before Blade & Shield Number One could even provoke Black Armor, he learned that eleven more Tier 3 Skeleton Knights had joined the Burial Grounds, and his face immediately fell.

So, despite his fierce fighting, the gap between them only widened?

"My sword and shield!"

If it weren't for Blade & Shield's strong will, he probably would have become depressed.

"You did a great job too, keep it up!"

Xia Yuan smiled and comforted Blade & Shield No. 1, then summoned the commanders of Black Armor, Elua, Celia, and other units to announce the battle plan for tomorrow's attack on the orc camp.

Before we knew it, Mingguang Town had become a place teeming with talented people.

"Cerantis!"

"My lord!"

After a few days of rest, Serandis had fully recovered and was now graceful.

"Tomorrow, the main force will march to the orc camp. You will serve as the temporary commander of the main camp, overseeing all the troops remaining in the territory and dealing with any possible emergencies."

As the territory expands, it's no longer feasible for them to mobilize their entire forces, necessitating the deployment of a defensive army. Besides eliminating the mist monsters that infiltrate the vicinity, they must also guard against attacks from mutated creatures.

That's why we need to recall the Blade & Shield Unit 1.

The Blade & Shield Dogs, led by Blade & Shield II, will remain at the base camp, responsible for border patrols.

Those left behind together.

There were also most of the bone-winged bats, and a third of the half-elf archers.

Against strong and robust orc warriors, the bone-winged bats have limited killing power and probably can't even capture an orc warrior, so they won't be of much use.

Half-elf archers are very lethal to ordinary orcs, but they must also guard arrow towers.

If the situation turns unfavorable, they can retreat back into the earthen city walls.

With the addition of Serandis, the root mage, along with mutated plants such as ground thorns and bramble vines, they are more than capable of dealing with small-scale beast tides.

"Rest assured, my lord, I will certainly not fail your trust!"

Serandis also knew that she was better suited as a defensive hero than an offensive one.

It is my duty and I cannot shirk it.

"Elua also stayed behind to assist Serandis in guarding the main camp."

Xia Yuan continued to select his generals.

"Yes, sir!"

Although she was a little disappointed that she couldn't join the attacking force, Elua still obediently accepted the order.

Xia Yuan's arrangement was, of course, also for a deeper reason.

Although the slaves like bone-winged bats and half-elf archers had shown loyalty to the territory, they ultimately couldn't match the absolute trust he had for units like sword-and-shield hounds and skeleton warriors.

The troops remaining at the main camp should consist of at least a portion of sword-and-shield dogs and skeleton warriors.

They also needed to leave behind a near-hero like Elua as a deterrent to ensure everything went smoothly and prevent any possible changes from happening at the base after the main force went on its expedition.

While eliminating the orc camps is important, ensuring the safety of the main base always comes first.

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