Chapter 844 - 519: Leonard of the Paluo Federation_2
Chapter 844 -519: Leonard of the Paluo Federation_2
“You can act at any time.”
Lis nodded slightly, then smiled and said:
“However, I have another idea.”
“Please speak!”
Gerard asked interestedly.
Listening to Lis’s words, Gerard’s gaze grew brighter, and he looked at Lis with a few more points of admiration and respect.
“If it’s like this, we have absolutely no problems.”
Gerard decisively nodded in agreement, this would have no effect on the Gordon Kingdom and could greatly reduce the casualties of the soldiers.
“Then it’s decided.”
Lis put down the wine cup in his hand, clapped his hands and said.
…
Ely Hills,
On a flat land in a winding hilly valley, a vast and somber scene quietly unfolded.
The sunset’s afterglow weakly spread over the densely packed, orderly military tents, the golden glow intertwined with the dull gray-green, yet unable to dispel the oppressive atmosphere enveloping the surroundings. Countless tents lined up like chess pieces on a chessboard, row upon row extending to the horizon, displaying the large and robust scale of the army stationed here, yet also revealing an indelible heaviness.
Within the military camp, figures moved indistinctly, soldiers bustling around busily and orderly. Some were bending their heads concentrating on repairing the weapons and equipment in their hands, the sound of metal clashing intertwined with low conversations; others were cleaning every corner of the camp, trying to find a shred of tidiness and tranquility in this temporary resting place.
However, despite their continuous activities, their faces could not hide the fatigue and depression, their eyes flickering with uncertainty about the future and helplessness regarding the present situation.
The air seemed to be filled with an indescribable emotion, like an invisible fog enveloping the entire camp. Many soldiers either sat alone beside the tents, pondering with their heads down, or gathered in small groups, yet remained silent, exchanging a kind of silent solace. Their figures, in this vast and desolate valley, appeared particularly small, their hearts full of confusion and frustration.
Occasionally, a gust of wind blew through the valley, bringing the whispers from the distant forests, yet it also stirred up the dust at the edge of the camp, brushing past the Sword of the Warrior flag fluttering above the camp.
Indicating that this was the Paro Federation Army.
The recent painful defeat against the Gordon Kingdom left many soldiers somewhat disheartened, coupled with the prolonged stalemate here in Ely Hills, causing the morale of the entire army to plummet.
In the largest tent at the center of the camp,
A group of people in neat military uniforms sat around a round table, their expressions gloomy.
No one spoke, the suffocating atmosphere seemed unbearable.
“Enough.”
Leonard, standing in the center of the round table, said in a deep voice:
“Can remaining silent change the current situation?”
“Anyone with ideas, speak now.”
“In my opinion, Claude shouldn’t have been in charge this time.”
The fat man sitting aside said angrily, pointing at a skinny middle-aged warrior opposite:
“Look at the mess you’ve made, boasting about no problems before, and now this situation is entirely your fault!”
“Gray, who are you barking at?”
Claude, sitting opposite him, slammed the table, angrily saying:
“You just couldn’t beat me, so you’re dissatisfied?”
“Besides, isn’t the situation on the Archibald Kingdom side the same as ours, this has nothing to do with me.”
“It’s just the people from the Gordon Kingdom being too cunning!”
Their quarrel ignited like a gunpowder barrel, and the originally silent tent suddenly became noisy as almost everyone joined the argument.
“Enough, shut up!”
Leonard’s somewhat angry voice interrupted, silencing everyone.
“At this time, why are we still arguing about this?”
“All of you, get out!”
As the commander of the whole army, Leonard was also the strongest in the army now.
He naturally had this authority.
Seeing Leonard’s angry look, the others said nothing more, rose, and left.
However, when they saw the person they had quarreled with earlier, they snorted disdainfully before turning and leaving the tent.
Soon, Leonard was left alone in the tent.
He leaned back in his chair, pressing his temples wearily.
The current situation really left him exhausted.
The coalition’s situation was already bleak, with the Gordon Kingdom stubbornly resisting the attacks from the Archibald Kingdom and the Paro Federation Army under Prince Gerard’s leadership.
At this moment, the internal forces of the Paro Federation Army started blaming each other and shirking responsibility.
Although Leonard knew well that this was inevitable, it was still quite disheartening.
To speak of the Paro Federation, it wasn’t the same as the Human Kingdom.
The Paro Federation’s territory was fragmented regions divided by mountains, initially uninteresting to the surrounding Human Kingdoms.
But later, numerous valuable mineral deposits were found in this area, attracting many explorers.
Over time, city-states occupying different regions formed with their own ruling classes.
To protect their land and wealth from outsiders, they formed the Paro Federation.
Thus, the Paro Federation Army was essentially a combination of the armies from various city-states.
During this alliance with the Archibald Kingdom, each city-state also appointed its own leaders while sending troops.
Though nominally all part of the Paro Federation, substantial animosities existed internally due to territorial disputes over mineral deposits.
These conflicts extended into this army as well.
Despite Leonard’s strength and prestige being able to suppress these people, it was impossible to make everyone obey him.
The situation truly made him feel powerless.
Just as Leonard struggled about what to do next, a voice abruptly sounded in the tent.
“It seems Mr. Leonard has some troubles!”
“Who is it!”
Leonard abruptly stood up, warily looking around, his Golden Rank aura spreading unreservedly.
This was the core area of the Paro Federation Army, secured with strict detection and protection magic, how could someone stealthily infiltrate?
What terrified Leonard was when his aura spread, it was blocked by the tent.
It felt like the inside and outside of the tent were in different spaces, completely divided.
“No need to worry, Mr. Leonard.”
Lis’s figure appeared before Leonard, leisurely sitting on a chair nearby.
“Who are you?”
Leonard took a step back, warily looking at the young man suddenly appearing before him.
He didn’t sense any transcendent aura, but that was precisely alarming.
This indicated the person before him was far beyond his strength.
Legendary Strongman?
So young?
Leonard found it hard to believe but after a moment, he sat back in his position.
“May I know your name?”
“Why are you here to see me?”
Lis looked at the quickly calmed Leonard, nodding.
Not bad, at least more reliable than those from the Archibald Kingdom.
“I am Lis Kain, representing the Feis Kingdom to discuss cooperation.”
“Lis Kain? Feis Kingdom?”
Leonard murmured, feeling he had heard this name somewhere before.
Soon, he remembered.
Feis Kingdom’s Duke Kane?
Leonard looked surprised at the relaxed Lis, noting his other noteworthy identity.
Elf Sage!
Although not a Legendary Crown, if it was him, possessing such powers seemed plausible.
“Honored to meet you, what cooperation do you seek?”
Leonard said, his mind becoming active.
The Paro Federation previously sought Feis Kingdom’s support but heard nothing further.
Good!
I must seize this opportunity!
“We have already allied with the Gordon Kingdom.”
Leonard: ???