Early the next morning, the Southern coalition forces were dispatched.

Countless infantry, archers, knights, it was a huge army that spread all over the mountains. Probably even the largest legion in human history. Paired with it is the largest baggage transportation in human history.

Richie held his father's banner high and walked at the forefront. The fire of the soul burned in the eye sockets.

Many, many years later, historians who have studied this period of history describe it this way: "In the middle of September of the second year of the Silver Moon, following the Battle of Salted Fish Harbor, the Holy See of the White Bone Light finally sent troops with the Southern Alliance, and the sword pointed directly at the capital of Gustavus, as well as the top of the dragon in the lair of the Black Dragon Clan. ”

"This is an expected war, and many people have been waiting for it for a long time. During that time, newspapers on the mainland set records for the highest sales ever. Everyone is eagerly awaiting, waiting for another great victory of justice. Any little news from the front lines will soon spread through the streets, and a new frenzy is spreading across the continent of Celtes. ”

However, the people at this moment did not know that it was no longer the Lich King Gray Grugru they knew to give the order. Beneath the Lich King's mask is a young and immature soul. Although he also insists on justice, the fire of revenge is eating away at his heart little by little. ”

"Ricky Gruglou, the son of the Lich who is younger than the Lich King Gray, donned his father's mask and raised his father's banner, trying to keep his father going. Like a performer walking on a tightrope, as long as you take one wrong step, it will be a broken end. What will be shattered together with it will be a good situation that mankind has finally achieved after a long and dark Quaternary period after a long and dark period after 10,000 years. ”

"There is very little historical record of Rich Grugrew from this period, even less than Gray Grugrew did before he became a paladin. As a result, inferences about Richie Gruglou's state of mind during this period are always varied and unfounded. None of them are truly convincing. ”

"At least one thing we know for sure, though. That is, Rich Gruglou is determined to avenge his father, even if he declares war on Heaven, Hell, and the Black Dragon at the same time, even if he loses himself. No one in this world can change his decision. ”

The news of the expedition soon spread throughout the Celtic continent. Or, not only the continent of Celtes, but also Heaven and Hell, are also watching.

......

In the light, voices were talking.

"What's going on? Isn't the Lich King dead?"

"This can't be, the Lich King must be dead. ”

"Then why don't the lich have civil strife? How can they still act in unison?"

......

In the abyss, the demons are also talking.

"They concealed the Lich King's death, it must have been. Whoever will replace the Lich King with another Lich?"

"I don't think any of the lichs we know can do that, unless...... It's Gray's son, Richie. ”

"The son we made for him?"

"If there are no accidents, it should be. ”

"Have we created another formidable enemy with our own hands?"

......

On the top of the dragon, the black dragons were already stunned by this approach.

"If the Lich King hadn't died, wouldn't our previous victories be in vain?"

"Maybe we should debunk them and put some news out. ”

"It's a lich, and every skeleton looks the same. Do you think humans can recognize him? As long as the old lichs of the Lich Council support him, he's the real Lich King. ”

"Don't worry, there must be a rift inside the lich. If any Lich can reunite the Lich, then why has the Undead never been able to achieve unity? Even the Lich King's son is a three-year-old. Do you think we're going to lose to a three-year-old?"

"He's only three years old, yes, but the old lich behind him isn't. ”

"There's no way we're going to lose to a three-year-old kid in any way, are we?"

"That's right. In that case, let's defeat the Lich King openly!"

......

From Mungis to Black Dragon City, the army walked for three months. It was not until the middle of December of the second year of the silver moon that it arrived at the outskirts of Black Dragon City, and there were almost no decent battles along the way, the Black Dragon Clan did not make a move, and the Gustav Empire also directly withdrew the local troops, and only laid heavy troops in Black Dragon City.

In the case of a human army, considering the size of the army, such a march is already considered extremely fast. In the case of the Undead Legion, such a march speed is simply the slowest ever.

"Why did you choose Black Dragon City as your first target? I thought you would choose the Top of the Dragon. Delia asked.

"The Top of the Dragon has a large array of defenses, and what we know about it is limited to 10,000 years ago. For 10,000 years, it was possible for them to do anything there. Luring the Black Dragon to the Black Dragon City for a decisive battle is the safest thing for us. Rich replied, "Also, I need time." ”

During the three months on the march, Richie worked hard to learn various tactics. You have to admit that the strategy and tactics of magic, and even the eternals, are very different from the strategies and tactics of humans. Just because you know magic doesn't mean you know that kind of strategy and tactics. And the lichs, who have always been known for their scattered sand, obviously don't know anything about this.

Also during this three-month period, Richie mobilized a large number of forces and began to carry out various intelligence gatherings.

It was also during these three months that he conscientiously perfected the structure of the White Bone Holy Light Holy Light within the scope of his ability. I have to say that the White Bone Holy Light Holy See formed by Gray is very loose and has almost no power to speak of, and whether or not the order can be implemented depends on faith. In a way, this structure is very "just" and very "transparent", but it is grossly inefficient. It is also not suitable for war purposes. Especially long wars. Rich had to use his immature political means to establish the concept of "power" in the Holy Light of Bones little by little, and at the same time, concentrate all the power on himself.

In the face of war, what he needs is a powerful killing machine. A killing machine that can kill the other party's scalp numb, not some bright and majestic glory. Although he was more than willing to follow the path his father had set for him, for the time being, there was no possibility of a peaceful solution or an inspiration for the other side through faith as far as he could imagine.

Thankfully, the Lich's political methods are more immature than him, and he doesn't even know what politics is. And his father, Gray, left him with an aura that gave him the ability to summon the lichs temporarily.

......

When they arrived, Black Dragon City was already covered in knee-high snow, and the north wind was blowing, and the whole world seemed to have been frozen.

Over the course of three months, Black Dragon City had built thicker, taller walls, filled with weapons, including heavy ballistas, that could even pose a threat to dragons.

From a distance, the black, towering walls seem to cut off the entire land, like a cliff rising out of thin air. Inside and outside the city walls, countless fortresses were arranged.

Such a defense, even in the entire 10,000-year history of mankind after the end of the Kermasa era, has never been precedented. It's not too much to describe it as an iron wall.

Riding a horse, Richie stood on the hillside in the thick snow and watched from afar.

There was a black dragon hovering back and forth in the sky.

"Where is the Black Dragon's station, in the city?" asked Richie softly.

"Not in town. We watched for many days, and they all flew in from the mountains to the northeast. When you return, you will return to the mountains to the northeast. Sarina whispered in Rich's mind.

"Didn't you find out where it was?"

"Nope. They used some magic, and they just didn't want to be discovered. ”

"Look closer, and if necessary, ask Simon for help. Also, be careful in the city, there is likely to be someone hiding the black dragon inside. If it were me, I would order everyone to turn into human form and blend in with the humans. ”

"Yes. ”

......

At the same time, there were also people in Black Dragon City who were watching Richie from afar through the shooting holes of the castle.

It was a tall, handsome man with long black straight hair, a pair of elf-like ears, and a black robe.

There is no doubt that this person is the leader of the black dragon who attacked Gray.

"His Highness Augustberg. The elderly Emperor Cedric V half-bowed and said flatteringly: "We have found out the deployment of the other side very clearly. At the heart of the front is the Lich King's own army, the legions of the undead. The ...... deployed by the bone dragon on their left side "

Before Cedric V could finish speaking, Augustberg's hand was raised.

Cedric V hurriedly closed his mouth, swallowed his saliva, and blinked blankly as he looked at Augsberg.

Augsberg whispered, "Do you think I'll need this kind of information that you can see clearly at a glance when you fly into the sky?"

"Then, what His Highness Augustberg wants to know is ......"

"Is there any information about the Lich King's guardian angels and the demons that induce them?"

"There is no mention of them in our agent's report......"

"How many lichs have come to the White Bone Holy Light Holy See this time, do you know?"

"No...... I don't know. ”

"In that case, you don't know who the lichs are on the march, right?"

Cedric V shook his head in embarrassment, and bowed slightly.

"Alright, you don't have to tell me what information you got in the future. Augustberg sighed, looked at Richie in the distance and whispered, "You can help me pay attention to the rumors in the Southern Coalition army, whether there is any mention of quarrels and discord between the lichs, and rumors that the lich king is not himself." ”

"Isn't the Lich King himself?" Cedric V was stunned for a moment.

"Anyway, just keep an eye on it. Augustberg turned his face sideways, glanced at Augsberg meaningfully, and said softly: "I think you should be able to tell what information I want, right? If you can't even do this, then I will think that you are old and useless, and it is time for Gustav to change emperors." ”

"When! of course!" Cedric V was startled, and hurriedly bowed his head and saluted: "Your servant is certainly up to such a simple job." ”

"I hope so. ”

With a casual remark, Augsburg had turned away, leaving only the aged Cedric V standing in place, wiping a cold sweat desperately. All around, Gustav's ministers were silent.

......

When they returned to the camp, the soldiers in the camp were setting up the tents they needed to be stationed.

Huge tents were erected in the snow.

The undead certainly don't need tents, but the human lords do.

According to Richie's orders, all human lords must camp in the undead camp in the middle and hand over their troops to their subordinates.

Like the Duchy of Beshir, Ireen had to camp in the camp of the dead, and her subordinates were handed over to the Hors Commander.

From afar, Irene, who was still waiting for the tent to be set up, glanced at Richie from a distance.

In the distance, Richie glanced at her, and immediately turned and walked into the tent he had set up.

"Miss Irene still thinks he's not His Royal Highness the Lich King?" Abby Robles, who was next to him, asked in a low voice.

"He's not. Don't you think he's completely different from Gray, and we're stationed here to keep us safe, and to keep us in control of the human army. Everyone understands this, and it is indeed the right thing to do. But Gray would never have given such an order before. He wasn't that thoughtful, and no one among the liches was. Smiling helplessly, Ireen turned around and asked softly, "Don't you think he has a lot of small movements?" ”

"This ...... I feel a little bit like that. However, this is the normal practice of a good general, isn't it?"

"I didn't say he was doing it wrong, I just felt like he wasn't Gray. ”

......

At the same time, in the Cathedral of Black Dragon City, which had been diverted for other purposes, Augustberg stood quietly, looking at the altar that once held the cross but was now empty.

"My lord, the old man sent to ask if he needed something from them. Refers to the movement of troops. A girl dressed in military uniform, with a beautiful face, elf-like ears, and a black ponytail appeared behind Augustberg.

"Troop transfers?" After a moment of silence, Augustberg said softly, "Then let him send troops to attack tonight." ”

"Send troops to attack tonight? I'm afraid we won't have time to prepare. ”

"We don't have to be prepared, we just let them fight. We are not involved. ”

"If we don't get involved, they could have suffered a lot of casualties. ”

"Will there be anything else if they don't die?" Augsberg turned around, smiled, and whispered, "Let them go and fight a dozen, and we'll watch from the side." In this way, we can know how much strength the other side really has. Hehehehe, they hid quite tightly during this time. This is the only way to do it. ”