Siegel waited for a while, but the messenger from the Southern Coalition did not appear, which was also expected by him. Several young knights in veteran armor came up with white banners, claiming to be knights under Baron Felton Turner, and demanded that their master's body be brought back.

"Are you sure this body belongs to Felton?" Siegel snorted, pointing to the shriveled and shrunken corpse. "Look closely, and then tell me what you think. ”

Several men lowered their heads and approached the battlefield under the supervision of the orc Hum. After a while, they looked at each other twice and shook their heads at the same time: "This is not our master. Baron Felton ...... That's not true. ”

"Your master may have been replaced by this wicked sorcerer long ago. Now that the battle with the Knox Guild has surfaced, he no longer hides it: "You have to be careful of the Knox Guild, they have a strong demagogic spirit. As far as I know, the most perfect disguise requires constant access to knowledge and memories from the original owner, so there is a slim chance that your master is still alive. ”

The knight raised his head, his eyes suddenly glowing with hope, and he asked anxiously, "Where will he be?"

"I don't know. Siegel smiled: "Usually how you look for someone, how to find it now." ”

"Understood, as long as there is a glimmer of hope, it is worth it. The knight said, "As for this corpse, we will not want it." May the wild dogs eat it, and the maggots fill its flesh. ”

"That's not safe. As soon as Siegel raised his hand, a small fireball ignited the corpse. The flames were very evident on the battlefield, and black smoke rose into the air. The flames of magic quickly consumed the mangled body. In the end, all that remained in the dueling arena was a pile of ashes.

Siegel then ordered the earth elemental to drill back into the channel. Closed work all the way. After returning to the city walls.

None of the Southern Coalition forces dared to move, and they watched silently as the Lord of Haim City returned. There seemed to be another fireball flying in front of their eyes, and the barking of a burning dog appeared in their ears - what should we do tomorrow?

The warriors of Myr City cheered and gave their young lord admiring glances. As for many people besieging one, naturally no one mentioned it. The terrifying sight of the constantly changing monsters frightened many people, how could they spare their hands to deal with the monsters? The coalition forces in the south did not express any objections, how could the residents of Mir City care about this?

More ran over and whispered in Siegel's ear, "Lord Lord." Madame, please go to the study. The Manna Knight is already there waiting for you, and it seems that there is something important to report to you. ”

Probably not good news, Siegel frowned. To get Janet out of the bedroom and into the study, something serious must have happened. He walked briskly forward and pushed open the door to his study. As a result, in addition to Janet and Mana, he also sees an unexpected person: the dwarf Elinte.

Siegel was stunned for a moment, but still hugged the dwarf warmly. "When did you arrive, there is no news at all," he said, "seeing that you are still healthy and full of strength." I'm so happy!"

There was no hint of joy on Earint's face, and he rubbed his hands. After clearing his throat, he said, "Siegel, this time I brought bad news. The Mora Top Clan Council issued a war mobilization order, closing the walled mountain range, and all the dwarves at the top of Mora returned immediately, even the watchtowers on the plains had to be temporarily abandoned. ”

"What trouble are you in and do you need my help?" Siegel said, "I've had a new breakthrough in elemental rune technology recently, and there must be something I can do." ”

"You're a good boy," Elint smiled reluctantly, "but I'm going to let you down this time." The dwarves who helped you defend the fortress of Zebra Mountain must be withdrawn. I'm quicker than the herald, but I'll only be able to buy you two days at most. ”

"What?," Siegel looked at Mana.

"I arranged it. Janet said, "When I heard the news of the Southern Alliance, it happened that a caravan of the Elint Gem family was in the Striped Mountains, with forty people, ready to escort a batch of gold coins back. There were many good fighters among them, so I asked them for help. ”

"It's a good job to work with. "Janet's price is very good, and if it weren't for the war mobilization order, I would have wanted to organize some soldiers to come here and exercise," Elent explained. ”

"I see. Siegel said: "These dwarven warriors are each comparable to regular knights, and they are good at defense, and they are more adapted to fighting in an environment reinforced by dwarven runes, so it's no wonder that the entire front is defended without the slightest hole." If they withdraw, they will inevitably be discovered by the enemy, and it is likely to trigger a full-front onslaught. The weakness of our insufficient forces will be exposed, and they will always find an opportunity to storm the walls. ”

"That's what I'm worried about. "In the name of the Jewel Family, I have organized a mercenary group of two hundred for you at the Top of Mora, and they should be able to arrive within four days," said Elenet. ”

"But I don't dare to put them on the wall," Siegel shook his head: "The mercenaries who came for the money will naturally betray me for the money, putting the safety of my territory and the people in their hands, it is better to believe that the pirates only need money and do not want their lives." But if they are placed in the field, they will inevitably cause discontent, and they may well mutiny. ”

Irint muttered for a moment, and he had no other ideas. Without some of the militia led by Heim, the Southern Coalition would not have been able to see it, but the dwarves were different. Siegel couldn't get the kids and stuff straw pillows in their clothes to make up the dwarves, could he? Even if he could, he couldn't really send the kids up the walls.

Siegel closed his eyes and pondered how the situation might change. What would Archmage Faranis do if he were faced with such a situation?

Janet suddenly had an idea and said to the two, "Maybe we can seek reinforcements from the Jackdaw Tribe." Their cavalry may be able to solve the current dilemma. ”

But when she finished speaking, Janet understood that this plan would not be realized. Even if Siegel used the Phantom Pony to rush with all his might, it would be difficult to reach the Jackdaw Tribe in two days, let alone lead the cavalry back. What they need to solve is a looming problem. It's how to make up for the shortage of combat power caused by the dwarves leaving in a day or two.

"Locke, are they going back too?" asked Siegel.

"Locke?" Elint's beard shook. He himself was not sure to pay attention: "When the dwarves are heading west into the great wilderness." Nominally expelled from Mora's Peaks. Although their relationship with the original clan is still there, they are not legally the top dwarves of Mora. If I were to say it, whether or not they responded to the war mobilization order could be decided entirely by their mood. ”

Siegel pondered for a moment, Locke probably wouldn't go back. The closure of the top of Mora was the last thing the dwarves who went west wanted, and they also needed passages, a way to cross the walled mountains. If you go back, you will never have a chance.

"There's good news. At least someone can defend the retreating passage. Siegel tapped his fingers lightly on the table, making an empty sound. "For the time being, there seems to be only one option to win this battle: a night attack. ”

Until the war mobilization order is officially sent to the dwarves, the Heim Collar is still their employer, which means that Siegel can still command them. Dwarves are known for their determination to obey orders, and as long as they choose their targets and execute their tactics correctly, they will perform very responsibly.

After Siegel finished speaking, he kept staring at the dwarf Elinth, wanting to know what he thought. I don't know when faced with this situation. What will the old dwarf choose? He would not hesitate, would he oppose Siegel's plan. Know that in a day or two the dwarves will be coming home. Is it necessary to venture to enemy lines now?

The mage was worried, but Elint was not as entangled. He thought for a moment and then said, "Raiding is a good way to change the situation when there is no way, to get as much success as possible. I wonder if you've chosen a target?"

"While everyone was busy paying attention to the duel, Raven Baron conducted a detailed reconnaissance for me, and the enemy's army had three weak points, the siege weapon camp, the granary, and the east camp gate. Siegel walked over to his desk, spread out a blank piece of paper, and sketched a simple map of the enemy camp: "Of the three, the granary is the most difficult and the most guarded. The Confederate coalition has likewise stockpiled large quantities of sand and water, ready to deal with fires. Engineering camps are more suitable for raids, the only problem is that they are often lit up at night, and many craftsmen are busy building equipment, so infiltrating troops can be easily detected. As for the Dongying Gate, because of its proximity to the Rift Zone, the defensive strength is a little weak, and if it can be penetrated, it can send cavalry to harass the enemy's supply lines. ”

The dwarf shook his head: "You are already outnumbered, and you can still send cavalry?"

"At least tonight," replied Siegel, "how can you sneak up without speed?" even the dwarves have to mount tonight. With only two legs, it is too late to evacuate before the army is encircled. We are going to sneak attack, not to die. ”

"Well, you're right, I'll go with you. ”

Siegel shook his head and said to the dwarf, "No. On the one hand, I can't find a horse that suits you, and on the other hand, because you'd better not show up in front of the dwarves. They will think about it afterwards and then wonder why you didn't convey the war mobilization order. ”

When Earlint heard this, she slammed the table and stood up with her beard flicked. He was tempted to reprimand Siegel and tell him that the Gem Clan never shirked their responsibilities and would not shy away from war because of the upcoming war mobilization order. But then it occurred to him that such righteous words would not make any sense in two days, and that they would eventually leave, leaving the young lord to fight alone.

No matter what he said, the people of Heim would think they were deserters.

The reason for the war mobilization order and the closure of the walled mountains was naturally clear to Elint, but he could not tell outsiders. The Patronus instructed the Guardian Spirit to be prepared for the most dangerous situations as a foreign enemy was approaching, so he sent down an oracle. Humans don't know, elves don't know, no other races in the world know. The Top of Mora has begun to become a warship made of runic power, like an unsinkable ship carrying the seven great clans of the Dwarves across the sea.

Putting the interests of the clan and Mora in the first place is a very legitimate reason, and it does not mean that you can completely convince yourself, or soothe the shame of escaping. Elinte's face turned red and she clenched her fists: "I must participate in your raid, whether others can see it or not." It's my business! Even if I don't have a mount, I'll go!"

"Since I was born, I, Irint, have not escaped a battle!Siegel, you are a mage, I don't have a suitable horse to ride, you can conjure one for me! Is it difficult for me to teach this kind of thing?"

"Just tell me which direction you're going to attack! I'll be standing where you want to be by the end of tonight!"

The mage gestured with his hand, "The only thing that can solve the problem once and for all is here." ”

At this moment, there was a knock on the door of the study, and Moore said through the door panel: "My lord, please read a letter. (To be continued......)