Read Novel Full Chapter 1418: Three-Pronged Deployment (Part 2)
Chapter 1418: Three-Pronged Deployment (Part 2)
“Their boundaries are set there to avoid unnecessary conflict.”
Zhao Tianlei sighed and continued, “However, let’s go to the sub-branch here first, there are still some troops available there.”
“Hmm, let’s go. We’ll talk more once we get there, maybe they know something.”
Ning Qi nodded and followed up.
“Big brother, do you think those people know we’ve arrived?”
Zhao Zhirou suddenly asked.
“Which people are you referring to?”
Zhao Tianlei inquired.
“People from other races.”
Zhao Zhirou explained.
“Hmm, they definitely have scouts. This area is so vast that it’s impossible for us to have guards everywhere.”
Zhao Tianlei nodded, waved his hand and said, “Let’s go, let’s check out the sub-branch.”
“Yes!”
After his command, everyone responded together.
Their team set off again, charging towards the direction of the sub-branch.
After about a two-hour period, they finally arrived at the sub-branch.
There was already a team there, lined up and waiting for their arrival.
Evidently, from the moment they arrived here, they had been detected by these people.
“Welcome, General Zhao.”
At this time, two people emerged from the team.
Both looked burly and fierce.
After they stepped forward, the soldiers behind them also respectfully paid their respects.
These two were the commanders here.
Xu Dewang and Cao Xiong.
“Commander Xu, Commander Cao, no need to stand on ceremony, let’s talk inside.”
Zhao Tianlei gestured with a wave of his hand, then walked forward.
Lu Wantian closely followed.
“Let’s go.”
Zhao Zhirou called out to Ning Qi, and followed up.
At first, Ning Qi didn’t plan on going, but since she called, he joined as well.
They kept moving forward until they reached the continent where their sub-branch was located.
It wasn’t very big here, with a massive square and many soldiers.
Ahead was a grand hall, which was much smaller than the main branch’s but still imposing.
They continued forward until they quickly reached the hall.
Inside, on both sides were tables and chairs, evidently for the commanders to sit.
At the forefront was the main seat, clearly reserved for Zhao Tianlei.
After entering, they found spots to sit down in sequence.
Ning Qi and Zhao Zhirou also sat down on one side.
“Commander Xu, tell us about the situation here.”
Once Zhao Tianlei was seated, he gently waved his hand, signaling them to speak.
“Yes!”
Xu Dewang agreed and then stood up, moving to the center.
Subsequently, he took out a spirit stone and activated it with demonic qi.
“Whoosh!”
After a gust of wind, an illusory map of the territory appeared above him.
This map displayed the territories in this vicinity.
Many landscapes on fragmented continents could be seen.
“We have spent hundreds of years mapping this area into the memory spirit stone.”
Xu Dewang started, “This includes all the territories, even the guardian lands of other families, to facilitate our understanding of the situation here.”
“Very well, go ahead and introduce it.”
Zhao Tianlei nodded in satisfaction and motioned for him to introduce it.
“Firstly, to the north is the territory of the Immortal Race.”
“Then, to the east is the territory of the Human Race, and to the west is the Demon Race.”
“Our boundaries are marked by the placed flags.”
Xu Dewang introduced one by one, “The black flags are ours, and the red flags belong to the enemy.”
“In the area between us is the battle zone for both sides, without any strongholds.”
“Usually, our patrols will only scout about a hundred li forward.”
“If we exceed this range, we might encounter the enemy.”
“Hmm, looking at this, our boundaries are quite distinct.”
After listening to his explanation, Zhao Tianlei seriously nodded.
“Yes, but when relics frequently appear, all of this will be disregarded.”
“During that time, our manpower will significantly decrease.”
Xu Dewang continued, “This is when many families will be sent over.”
“Oh, are they so strong?”
Upon hearing this, Zhao Tianlei couldn’t help but frown.
He had never been here, but he had heard that not many families were so fiercely affected.
“Yes, you might have also heard.”
“But these are things not known to the public, the families that come later are mostly there to die.”
“Small families without background naturally won’t be talked about.”
Xu Dewang knew what he was thinking and spoke in a deep voice.
“I see.”
Zhao Tianlei nodded, then asked, “This time, how long until the outbreak?”
“It should be in the next few days.”
Xu Dewang answered seriously.
“Hmm, in that case, we need to divide our forces into three groups.”
“To guard against sneak attacks from the Immortal Race, the Human Race, and the Demon Race.”
Zhao Tianlei thought for a moment and looked around, “Cao Xiong, you will coordinate with Lu Wantian.”
“Go to defend against attacks from the Human Race.”
“Yes!”
Cao Xiong and Lu Wantian stood out together and respectfully accepted the order.
“Xu Dewang, you’ll take care of the Demon Race on this side, no problem?”
Zhao Tianlei continued assigning tasks.
“No problem.”
Cao Xiong immediately agreed.
“In a few days, two more commanders will arrive here, and I will assign one more to you.”
“I’ll directly transfer fifty thousand troops to you.”
Zhao Tianlei showed a serious expression, “The remaining troops will follow me against the Immortal Race.”
“Yes!”
“…”
Everyone agreed together.
Each one displayed an expression of fearless defiance of death.
After everyone agreed, Zhao Tianlei showed a satisfied expression.
“General Zhao, we’ve also prepared a welcoming feast.”
Seeing that Zhao Tianlei had made his decision, Xu Dewang quickly said.
“No need, we should familiarize ourselves with the environment first.”
“Have your people lead the soldiers to the stronghold to have a look.”
“As for the welcoming feast, we’ll change it to a victory feast.”
“When we withdraw, we’ll drink to our heart’s content.”
Zhao Tianlei waved a hand, showing no interest in celebrating with them.
“Yes.”
Xu Dewang accepted the order respectfully, showing a grave expression.
Apparently, people who came here in the past would accept their welcoming feast.
But here, the Zhao family surprisingly declined their welcoming.
This gave him a glimmer of hope.
If they could succeed this time, then they also had a chance to leave.
Whoever would be stationed here next would have nothing to do with them.
“Make the arrangements, we depart in half a stick of incense!”
“Everyone taking action together, get to know each other first!”
Zhao Tianlei shouted to everyone, then waved to Xu Dewang, “Find me some people familiar with this area, so we can check out the situation.”
“Zhao Tianli, Liu Wannian.”
“Come over.”
Xu Dewang beckoned from a distance.
“Present!”
Immediately, two people stepped forward respectfully.
“You lead General Zhao and explain the situation of the Immortal Race’s stronghold.”
Xu Dewang instructed in a deep voice, “Make sure to clearly explain local shortcomings to avoid General Zhao being calculated against.”
“Yes!”
The two simultaneously agreed, each showing a serious expression.
“General Zhao, I’ll also go and make arrangements.”
“If there are any issues, we will communicate through sound transmission.”
After making the arrangements, Xu Dewang said, clasping his fists.
“Alright, Commander Xu, go ahead without worry.”
“If there’s any trouble, contact me anytime!”
Zhao Tianlei also clasped his fists and followed up.
“Yes!”
After agreeing, Xu Dewang led his troops away.
“General Zhao, we will take our leave as well.”
At this time, Cao Xiong also arrived and said respectfully.
“Alright, be extra cautious!”
Zhao Tianlei nodded, gesturing to Lu Wantian, “Ensure good cooperation, avoid mistakes!”
“Yes.”
Lu Wantian accepted the order, then left with them.
“Commander Lei, are you coming with me to deal with the Immortal Race, or…?”
Zhao Tianlei came over to Ning Qi’s side and asked.
“I’ll go to the Immortal Race side.”
Ning Qi had made his choice early on.
Of course, he wanted to confront the Immortal Race with whom he had grievances.