Chapter 168: The Situation Is Slowing Down

Time slowly progressed to July, and the army of Frost and Frost had completely occupied the former Verga, while the three provinces and six counties on the border of Crancia were invaded to varying degrees.

Wild Thunder Province, Anyuan County.

Compared with other counties and provinces, the area of ​​Huanglei Province is much smaller, and the smaller part is divided into a separate county, which is Anyuan County.

This county is different from other regions. There are very few residents in the territory, and more than 90% of the personnel are combatants or technicians. Among them are the direct legions of Crancia, priests and priests from the church, permanent staff of the Society of Sages, and even a few special personnel from other countries.

The reason is also very simple. There is a sealed chaotic vortex here, or a door to an unknown realm.

The chaotic disaster thousands of years ago were those distorted phantoms that broke through the seal and came to the world to cause disaster. Afterwards, the intelligent races in the world sacrificed many lives to seal these chaotic vortexes.

In order to ensure that the seal is not broken, there are not only the local garrison, the church's resident judge, but also the Sage Society and other observers from other countries, who are monitoring the source of these dangers together.

The barren land is barren, with a few dry trees dotted in the wilderness, and in the center of the land is a huge pitch-black basin. This is the sealed Chaos Vortex.

A series of tall and strong city wall fortresses surrounded the basin, and in the fortress, a church was also particularly conspicuous. Its spiky tower top is like a sword piercing the gray sky. There are very few sunny days here. Affected by the local magic circles that are all over the wilderness, it is cloudy most of the time, and the environment is extremely depressing.

Inside the church, rows of candles were burning, and under the sculpture of an angel in the center, stood a judge in a white robe.

The door slowly opened, and several priests in black robes walked in.

They walked quickly behind the Inquisitor and reported in a low voice.

"My lord, the representatives from the Frost and Frost Union are here, and they said they will carry out the handover ceremony."

Since Frostrose's army has been heading west and north, the ownership of Anyuan County has also changed hands recently. Due to the special nature of this place, the two sides did not start a battle here, but after fighting on the periphery, it was decided for a period of time in the future. of attribution.

"So fast? It seems that the Frost and Frost United attack is very violent." The judge turned his back to the crowd.

Over the past few years, Crancia's garrison has been assisting in suppressing this place. He knows those warriors very well. They have a strong will to fight and strict discipline. They are not so easy to be defeated.

I don't want the Frost and Frost United to take over the place now. It seems that the other party has invested a lot of strength to force back the defenders of Crancia in a short period of time.

"Then tomorrow. In addition, I will also inform the guards of the Sage Society. Although they are not many, their strength cannot be ignored."

"Yes."

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After the capture of Hopelander, the army of the Frost and Frost Union continued to move north, and the army on the side of the Black Pine River also marched westward and converged with the main force in the south.

Relying on the golem's sturdy defense and strong attacking ability, the Frost and Frost United made great strides, and within a few months, they descended into several counties and pushed towards the hinterland of Crancia step by step. Finally, the two armies joined forces in Lvye County and stopped for the time being.

It's not that the army doesn't want to move on, but that the follow-up supplies have encountered all kinds of troubles.

The food and materials needed by the nearly 1 million army are extremely large, and before the arrival of the coalition army, Crancia organized most of the personnel to evacuate early, and did not leave much food.

Moreover, after occupying several counties and provinces, the supply lines in the rear were harassed from time to time by the Crancia troops who traveled scattered. They burned and destroyed a lot of supplies, which made the advancing army gradually anxious.

Frost and Frost United Central Camp.

Several generals, representatives of mages, commanders of the golem army, and airship commanders gathered together. At this moment, Marshal Swift is sitting at the top, and representatives of all parties are below, including General Jenkins.

"Although the battle situation was generally smooth, and the goal was achieved according to the plan. However, the follow-up problems have become increasingly serious." Marshal Swift's face was a little heavy.

"The local people are extremely resistant to our rule, and many regulations and rules have to be enforced by the military."

"And in the rear, our supply team has also been attacked a lot, and the delivery of food has become an urgent problem that needs to be solved."

Nearly 1 million troops are scattered in several counties, and the food consumption is extremely staggering. At present, the more skilled troops of 600,000 are actually facing off against Crancia on the front line. At present, the follow-up troops of about 400,000 are responsible for maintaining peace and stability. Transportation of food and other materials.

But Crancia, the enemy, is different. They have local advantages, and the supply line is flexible and convenient, which makes Frost and Frost United envied but unable.

As the coalition forces entered the hinterland of Crancia, they gradually felt an invisible bondage, and the battle became increasingly difficult.

The enemy no longer engages in large-scale fortified battles, but relies on swift cavalry to conduct various harassment operations. Sometimes even if the Golem Legion finds out, the other party will leave quickly before they show their power, leaving a place of wreckage and ruins.

"I suggest that the army go west with all its strength, open up the west coast of Crancia, and rely on the sea to transport food supplies."

Just when everyone was discussing, Jenkins said in a firm tone.

"This..." Marshal Swift frowned slightly. This suggestion is very risky. The front line is so long that once it is cut off in the middle, the coalition will be divided.

"It's too risky." Another said

Jun shook his head, he continued.

"It's better to slow down the offensive a little bit, first hold the land steadily, and transport the grain by the Heisong River, and then transport it by land carriage."

"In addition, the autumn harvest season is approaching. The local counties can still collect a lot of grain."

Such a suggestion was quickly approved by most of the generals, so the difficulty was greatly reduced, and it was stable, and I didn't have to take such a risk.

"But..." Jenkins was about to start an argument, but Marshal Swift had already made a decision.

"That's it, let's rectify the occupied counties and provinces first."

"Yes."

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With the gradual arrival of autumn, the fighting between the two sides has eased for the time being, and they are gradually busy with the harvesting of food.

In the Principality of Black Rock, the allied forces of Crancia and Guphia orcs gradually retreated, leaving only about 60,000 garrison troops to assist the local "Sword Casting Sect" to re-establish order. And brought in food, utensils and materials to assist the local reconstruction and recovery.

"Thank you, thank you."

A mother took the food in her palms with both hands, and said in a grateful and choked voice. There were two standing children hiding behind her.

Although the war in Heiyan has ended, many families have long been broken, many women and children have been displaced, and even faced the plight of famine. Under the rule of the Halberds, so much food was forcibly collected that many families are now starving.

"It's nothing, it's not just my credit, but the assistance from Crancia in the south." Jenna squatted down and looked at the two thin children with kindness and compassion in her eyes.

"Come on, say thank you to the eldest sister." The mother pulled out two children who were afraid of life. They were wearing shabby and thin gray linen clothes and looked at the beautiful eldest sister with big dark eyes.

"Thank you, thank you, woo." There was joy in the eyes of the two children, but also fear and inferiority.

"Well..." Jenna stroked the heads of the two children and replied softly. Since she kept her short hair long, her temperament has changed a lot.

"Eldest sister~ there is an officer over there looking for you." A young voice shouted.

"Okay." Zena stood up, waved to the mother and son, and left.

In this mountain town, some "Sword Casting Sect" and Crancia soldiers are organizing people to repair damaged houses, and have opened a relief shack in the center of the town to help those who are injured, hungry and unable to work.

In addition, there are also signs erected on the side, indicating that if the construction is resumed, there will be food distribution.

Zena pressed the long knife at her hand and came to a house where several soldiers were processing letters and documents from all over the world.

"Here is a letter for you, specially explained by Solander." An officer saw Jenna coming, got up and took out a special envelope, which was wrapped in thick kraft paper, and there were several bright red envelopes on it. seal of importance.

"Is it for me? It's from Solander." Jena couldn't remember which foreigner she knew, and it was still in the capital of Crancia.

"Yes." The officer handed over the letter.

After carefully opening it, Jena opened the folded letter and looked at the text on it.

[To classmate and friend Zena:

I'm Lorraine, I recently heard about you in Black Rock Jenna....

]

The familiar title and name let her know that it was a letter from Lorraine. Isn't she in school, and how did she get to Solander now.

Out of curiosity, Jena continued to read.

......

[I hope you don’t have to worry. If you have any problems that need help and solutions, you can contact the local officials. If it’s too serious to feel troublesome, you can also find the Knights Commander of Dawn Horn. Now he is also resident in Black Rock and Ned County. It's easy to see him...]

The letter first comforted Jenna, and then told her who to ask for help if she had any difficulties in the future. In addition, Roland Hill also advised Jenna to return to school as much as possible after things settled down, so that she could do more in the future. thing. After all, she is still young and is not in a hurry to rush to other affairs too soon.

At the end of the letter, although Roland Hill did not say that he was the great sage of Crancia, he also implicitly stated that he was currently working in Solander.

"Didn't expect Lorraine to leave school too?" Jena sighed, feeling interesting again. Lorraine herself was not at school, but instead persuaded herself to go to school.

However, the meaning of concern still made her feel a touch of warmth. After losing many relatives in her hometown, this kind of care without seeking benefits has become precious.

I will listen to this friend's advice. After a series of affairs have settled down at the end of this year, I will return to school to continue my studies.

‘However, this time I have to work harder. ' She raised her head to the clear, cloudless sky.

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