Before that, everyone thought that the mercenaries who explored the abyss were already more than lucky. Even the most optimistic people did not think that they were still alive.

However, it wasn't until Ansel mentioned it at this moment that everyone suddenly discovered a fact-that until now, the demon's blood sacrifice channel has not evolved again.

In terms of time, this is extremely abnormal. You know, the battle has been going on for a long time, and the blood sacrifice of the demons should have been completed a long time ago. As long as there is enough blood, it is only a matter of a moment for the bloodstain passage to evolve into a hell gate. It can't be dragged on until now.

Obviously, this will not be the result of deliberate control by the devil. For them, who are bent on rushing to the mainland, there is no benefit in delaying the formation of the gates of hell.

In this case, there is only one possibility left - something is wrong with the blood sacrifice!

And this means that those mercenaries trapped in the abyss are probably not all wiped out as everyone thinks!

"That's right, why didn't the Blood Sacrifice Passage evolve into the Gate of Hell? If the people inside had been wiped out, it wouldn't be what it is now!"

"You say, what's going on inside the abyss?"

"There must be people alive, and there are quite a few of them. It's not surprising to think about it now. You say that none of the people we sent are not veterans with extraordinary strength in a hundred battles? Even if they fall into the trap of the devil, it is not so easy to eat them in one bite!"

"That's right, our people are definitely still alive!"

The crowd was very excited and enthusiastically discussed. In particular, the leaders of a group of mercenary groups were all bloody, and their expressions were extremely excited.

For their mercenary group, these veteran mercenaries who have fallen into the abyss are too important. Whether they are alive or not determines whether these mercenary groups can maintain their current status and determines the competitiveness of the mercenary groups. It even decided the life and death of the entire regiment.

Before that, everyone was already dying.

But no one expected that in the midst of this ash, a little flame would burn. And, the more I thought about it, the more the flame burned. It has gradually become a prairie fire.

Mr. and Mrs. Anthony were also excited. Elizabeth grabbed Anthony's arm with a hand, her fingers whitening with extreme force.

"Scarlett......" she murmured with tears in her eyes.

Anthony held his wife's hand, forcibly suppressed the ups and downs in his heart, and said quickly: "She must be alive, she must be alive." ”

At this moment, even Anthony himself didn't notice that his voice was trembling.

In the midst of the noise, Adolf. Fano and Eugene and the others exchanged glances. From each other's eyes, they both saw the same light.

I don't know why, after hearing the news, the first reaction in their hearts was not the impact of the postponement of the gates of hell on this war, but the figure of a black-haired youth.

If there is still a mercenary alive, then how can that person not be among them? Even the Heavenly Divine Punishment failed to kill him at the beginning.

Moreover, everyone has a feeling inexplicably. It seems that the gates of hell have not yet been formed. It's because of Roy. This kid is Lulian's lucky star, and he has performed miracles for Lulian in desperate situations countless times. If that's the case, then why is this the exception?

With this kid's cunning and ability, God knows what he can do!

Looking at the happy crowd, Stevenson's face couldn't help but sink.

He turned his head to look at Ansel, his eyes hiding a hint of coldness. He met Ansel's gaze and narrowed slightly.

Stevenson has been with the Tomahawk Knights for twenty years.

From an ordinary knight, step by step to the position of the high-level commander of the Knights, he relied on his own efforts and the trust and promotion of Archduke Renault. And because of this, in the eyes of everyone. He is a descendant of the Renault family, and even the most stupid person will not hit him with his brains.

However, only Stevenson himself knows that everything has changed since a horse-drawn carriage pulled into his hidden compound in Mata County, southwest of the imperial capital, three years ago.

Stevenson took refuge in Donald. Today, he is one of the most important pawns that Watts has planted in the Knights.

This time, the Tomahawk Knights rushed to Lulian's aid, which was directly ordered by Edward I. As a direct knight subordinate to the royal family, not to mention Stevenson, even Archduke Renault has no right to resist the decree.

Therefore, Stevenson led the troops south at the first opportunity, galloping day and night without sleep, and the superficial posture was sufficient. In fact, he had already received a secret letter from Watts long before he left, and he had made up his mind to preserve his strength and watch from the sidelines.

Originally, everything went well.

The Order's arrival coincided with the collapse of the Adolf's first line of defense. This allowed Stevenson to stay on the sidelines and watch the excitement without even having to bother with excuses. And the subsequent deterioration of the situation gave him enough reason not to act.

But what he never dreamed of was that at this moment, Anse Air stood up and pointed out this key suspicion in this battle.

Stevenson never took Ansel seriously.

This third-generation member of the young Renault family is not at the top of his age or strength. In the Renault family, there are many such young people. Everyone wants to get ahead, and they all want to rise to the top and become the core members of the family.

However, even if the Renault family dominates one side, resources are limited. If nothing else, Ansel's future outcome will be nothing more than a minor leader of the Order, an executor who charges for the family but cannot enter the decision-making circle.

Surprisingly, however, since Ansel came to Loulian with his friend Xia Qing a few months ago, his life trajectory has taken an astonishing upward arc.

It was the most chaotic time for Lulian, with a rebellion instigated by the Lanris and an invasion by the Philip Empire. In such a situation, most of the noble children like Ansel would wisely choose to keep their distance.

But Ansel plunged into it.

Not only did he make a great deal of success in the Battle of the Fjord, but he also gave Charles the wisest and most valuable advice on that rainy night in Mooney a few days earlier. The Renault family escaped a fiasco that bordered on humiliation and disaster.

Today's Ansel, both in the royal family. In the military or in the Renault family, they are already listed figures. Especially after being received by the Grand Duke Renault, he has become one of the inner circles of the third generation of the family.

Stevenson had always thought it was Ansel's luck.

But now, he knew he was wrong. This kid has a pair of eyes that know the subtleties. And because of this, he created a problem for himself.

Stevenson can't directly deny this kind of well-founded judgment. Therefore, he must come up with more ample reasons to insist on his decision to withdraw his troops.

In a flash of thought, Stevenson spoke, "Ansel's guess makes sense. But ......"

Everyone around them fell silent and watched him.

Adolf half-narrowed his eyes and asked, "But what? Isn't that enough for you, Mr. Stevenson, to change your decision?"

"First of all. It's just a guess," Stevenson said lightly, "As commanders, we can't make decisions based on guesswork. Unless this speculation is confirmed. ”

"Secondly, the fact that the Gates of Hell have not evolved now does not mean that it will remain that way forever. There are so many variables in the time of two prayers. Every minute and every second, the gates of hell can appear. Until then. Our heroism will turn into stupidity and recklessness. ”

At this, he shook his head. Sighing, he said, "Besides, with our strength, we may not be able to hold on to two prayer hours. Breaking down before His Excellency Abraham arrives, even if it's only a minute early, is a disaster!"

And all the people were angry.

Although Stevenson has a square face and thick eyebrows, he has a righteous face. He is also sincere and reasonable. But even idiots know that he's arguing with reason.

In this world, there is never a foolproof war. If there is a fear that the situation will deteriorate, then what kind of battle is needed. Everyone directly put the conditions out, those who should win win, and those who should admit defeat admit defeat.

"Mr. Stevenson," Charles clenched his fists and said angrily, "I don't know what the future holds. All I know is that since the demon did not complete the blood sacrifice, it proves that our people are still holding on inside. Whatever the outcome, we should all ......"

Just before Charles could finish speaking, suddenly, a voice rang out.

"I think that's completely wrong. In the abyss, there can be no one alive. ”

Everyone turned their heads to look, only to see an old nobleman wearing a wig and the head of the Bano family, Old Bano, who didn't know when he had walked up the hill.

"Watts?"

Anyone who knew this old nobleman had his pupils constricted.

How did this old fox, who had always been hidden behind the scenes, come here......? Turning their heads to see Stevenson's look of surprise, everyone's hearts sank.

Sure enough, Watts walked up to Stevenson and said, "Mr. Stevenson, there is no chance of winning this battle. So, please order the Tomahawk Knights to evacuate this place immediately. I promise, no one can question your decision. ”

"Yes, sir. With Watts' support, Stevenson was more confident and said: "I made such a decision for the sake of the empire. Since this catastrophe is no longer avoidable, it is better for us to be sensible. We don't have the right to send our knights to their deaths. ”

"You're absolutely right. Watts nodded and turned to Adolf, "Your Highness, I sincerely suggest that you also order a retreat. Otherwise, your stubbornness will cause the empire to suffer unnecessary losses. ”

The crowd was in an uproar.

I've seen shamelessness, but I've never seen such shamelessness. The two directed and acted by themselves, and said a crooked reasoning so high-soundingly, that people can't wait to smash their hypocritical faces with one punch!

Let's look at the old Barnese on the side, which seems to be smiling but not smiling.

Anyone who knows the inside story knows that the reason why people like Old Barnes are here has nothing to do with the Abyss Demons or the Tomahawk Knights. He traveled south to Lulian to avenge his son, Barnes & Noble Jr. And the young man named Leo is also in the abyss at this moment.

Therefore, it is not that the Watts gang is unaware that the people inside may be alive, but they do not care at all. I even wish those people were going to die.

In the silence, Adolf rolled over his horse, took off his rifle, and spat on the ground.

"Let's go!"

A cadre of lords and generals turned over one after another. Everybody spat in the direction of Watts. This also includes Charles and Anse Air.

Then, no one went to see them.

At this moment, all that was left in everyone's eyes was the demon army in the distance.

The trumpets sounded, and the infantry phalanx had begun to move. On the vast land, cavalry rushed back and forth, raising dust from the sky. Flags hunt in the wind. The rainstorm of feathered arrows had already risen from the rear of the battle array, crossing the sky like black crushed locusts.

Adolf rode his horse down the hill. The knights followed him closely.

Farther away, the powerhouse of the Fire Bee Hall had already met three eleventh-level demons under the leadership of the Law God Simon. And in that red light gate, the figure of the fourth eleventh-level demon had already emerged.

Heaven and earth changed color at this moment, and they were blood-red.

"Kill!"

The roar soared into the sky...... WeChat book friend number pangs_72 (this is a private account) WeChat public account ctao0202 welcomes everyone to harass...... (To be continued.) )