A crystal that could not be considered exquisite was reflecting the undulations of the earth. One could see the cracks in the ground, as if they were mouths wide open. It was as if an underground demon was waiting for travelers to pass by and swallow them whole. Not long after, other images appeared on the screen. It was a group of people. The leader suddenly looked in the direction of the crystal. It was a silver-haired, red-eyed man. His body naturally exuded the majesty of a king. He wore a smile on his face, then lowered his head and walked forward.
There was another face on the crystal. A lizardman general walked to a nearby stone chair and sat down. He was tall and sturdy, and his body was covered in heavy equipment. As soon as he sat down, the stone chair creaked under his weight. He placed a dark red war hammer at his feet. The war hammer actually caused a few cracks to appear on the base of the stone chair. The lizardman general said in a low voice, "The invaders are almost at the Ashen Forest. What do you think?"
"General Awanda, forgive me for being blunt. Based on the strength they displayed in Modo City, it will be very difficult for our Devil Gold City to stop them, let alone a mere Ashen Forest, "a short and fat lizardman said. A short and stout lizardman spoke. There was very little armor on his body, and there was a large meatball growing on his large head. It was indescribably ugly. His eyes flickered with a cunning light.
"So in your opinion, we should give up Devil Gold City and hide in the sacred land?" This lizardman had a body that was very similar to a human's, and even his head did not have many lizardman characteristics. Apart from a lizard tail on his back, navy blue scales on his body, and a vertical golden stripe on his eyes, this lizardman looked very similar to a human. This lizardman was extremely similar to a human, and the surging Origin Energy aura on his body indicated that he was no weakling.
He was full of vigor and vigor, like a sharp sword. It was as if he would be cut if he stayed too close to him.
The short and fat lizardman snorted and said, "Syl, I know that you are a new type created by our mentor, and your battle strength is far above us old fellows. However, this is a war, and it is useless to rely on battle strength alone. Sometimes, the necessary wisdom can save us some effort. "
"Oh, but why do I feel that the necessary wisdom you speak of is to retreat to the Holy Land?" The young lizard general named Xier sneered.
Obviously, he was the leader of the group. Awanda shouted, "All of you, shut up!"
His gaze landed on Syl. Indeed, his teacher had made some adjustments to the lizardmen's descendants in the past ten years. Not only were they able to produce Holy Maidens who were extremely similar to human females, they were also able to produce young lizard generals like Syl who had practically abandoned all of the lizardmen's characteristics. Now, these new generations of lizards had occupied many important positions in the Lizard Clan under the guidance of their mentors. This made the older generation of the Lizardmen very dissatisfied. However, this was their teacher's order. Although they were dissatisfied, they couldn't stop this trend.
Awanda said calmly, "Cecil's sharpness is undoubtedly something the army needs, but don't overlook Hierro's intelligence. Maybe you can be more patient and let us hear what Hiero has to say. "
The lizardman named Ye Luo lowered his head and said, "What I mean is that there is a Crypt Fiend residing in Ashen Corpse Forest. If we can lure the intruders to that demon's territory, I believe it can buy us some time. "
"Buy time?"
"Yes." Hiero raised his head and said, "Our teacher is preparing to reincarnate Cana. Once he succeeds, we will receive divine protection. At that time, mere intruders won't be a problem. Before that, we don't need to face the intruders directly. We just need to buy time. "
"That sounds reasonable, but how do we lure the intruders to the Crypt Fiend's territory? You should know that the Crypt Fiend is a native inhabitant of Red Tark. After so many years, even our teacher has been unable to completely destroy it. We can only live next to it. "
"About that." Syl hammered his chest and said, "Let me lure the intruders there."
"Then you'll be throwing your life away." Hiero glanced at the young lizard general.
Syl laughed coldly. "If I can sacrifice myself for the lizardmen and buy time for Cana's reincarnation, my death will not be regretted!"
"How brave, young general." Awanda shook his head. "But you don't need to do this. Since Hiero has made a suggestion, I'm sure he has a foolproof plan. "
"Yes, nothing can be hidden from your eyes, General Awanda." Hiero laughed. "There's a lizard slave among the intruders. It seems that the lizard slave is guiding them. I've already sent people to investigate. The lizard slave called Abby has relatives in Golden Devil City. I've already sent people to cut off the head of one of his daughters. Now, I plan to send it to the old lizard slave. If he isn't willing to lead the intruders to the Crypt Fiend's territory, then next time, I'll send the heads of all his clansmen. "
Awanda nodded. "The survival rate of the lizard slaves' descendants is relatively low. This makes them attach great importance to kinship. I think that old lizard slave is no exception. This isn't a bad idea. I'll leave it to you, Hiero. "
"As you wish." The lizardman glanced at Syl and said indifferently, "Sometimes, you don't need to rely on swords to win a war."
Syl snorted.
From Modo City, the Crimson Canyon and the Ashen Forest were separated by a hill. But when they entered the hills, they realized how far the distance was. After walking for half a day, they finally saw the edge of the forest. The squad was resting in a place with the back of the light. A few of the Rattlesnake squad members were gathered together. The female squad member sneaked a glance in Allen's direction. The sharpshooter Yoda laughed. "Stop looking. If you like that prince, go confess. What's the point of looking?"
The woman rolled her eyes. "I'm not like you guys, who want to possess him as long as I like him. I'm already very satisfied to be able to look at him from afar. "
"Speaking of which, we should thank that prince." Rachel smiled. "If not for him, how could we have penetrated so far into the lizard race's territory? When we return, just the value of this information will be enough for us to be promoted three ranks. "
"I don't really care. I just don't know when I'll be able to see that prince again. It's quite sad." The female squad member lowered her head.
Rachel laughed. "How about I apply for your discharge from the army after we return? Then you can leave with that prince."
She raised her head and said with a face full of hope, "Really?"
Seeing her like this, Rachel sighed and said, "It's best if you don't get your hopes up. You're the only girl left in my team. How can I let you escape?"
The squad members all laughed.
The sharpshooter glanced at Rachel. He understood Rachel's difficulties. The captain might not want to keep the female squad member. However, he knew that the girl was too far away from that prince. Even if she was willing to follow that prince, he might not be willing to take her away. That was why Rachel said this. He didn't want the girl to be sad in the future.
"Let's go," Allen stood up and said calmly.
The old lizard slave had eaten and drunk his fill for the past few days. He was much more energetic. Moreover, with Allen by his side, he was much more excited than usual. Hearing this, he stood up and pointed at the Ashen Forest. "Follow me."
After a while, they arrived at the edge of the forest. The Ashen Forest wasn't as gloomy as the Dark Night Forest. The trees here weren't lush. Instead, the forest was filled with grass. The people who walked into the forest felt much cooler. However, just like the Dark Night Forest, there were no signs of living beings in the forest. Moreover, the ground was soft. They were walking on a swamp. The lizard slave kept exploring the path in front. He stuck a branch into the ground. If the branch whipped up soil that was too moist, Abby would suggest that the squad change direction. That was because the soil was loose. The lizard spiders might have just dug a tunnel under it. If they were not careful, they might fall into the lizard's cave.
The forest was full of traps, so they advanced very slowly. However, Allen didn't mind. If he didn't mind, the others didn't either. Soon, the sky darkened. Abby suggested that they stop and rest. It was dangerous to walk through the forest at night. Allen accepted this suggestion. They rested on a piece of rock. In the Ashen Forest, it was rare to find such a rock with a solid foundation. It was safer to camp here.
It was late at night. Abby lay alone on the cold rock. He was covered with a blanket that was given to him by the Rattlesnake members. He was very satisfied. Moreover, he enjoyed the feeling of being respected. This was rare in the past. Just as Abby was about to fall asleep, he heard a special sound. It was a bit like a bird's chirp, but a bit softer. Moreover, the frequency of the sound could only be heard by the lizard slaves. It was the lizard race's voice. After listening for a while, Abby's expression became ugly.
He quietly removed the blanket and left the camp. Fifteen minutes later, he appeared on a low slope. A fat lizard man stood on the slope. It was Jello. Abby's body trembled. Jello turned around and laughed. "You're quite bold among the lizard slaves. You actually dare to lead the way for the invaders?"
"That's the Divine Lord." The lizard slave said with a trembling voice. He never dared to talk back to the lizard race. It was already very brave of him to say this to Jello.
Hierro chuckled and threw something out. It was a head. When he saw this head, Abby's tears flowed uncontrollably. Jello said with a smile, "Tomorrow, lead the invaders to the Cave Fiend's territory. You know where it is, old man. If you don't do as I say, then next time, I'll send the heads of all your relatives here. "
"Tell me, will you cooperate with me?"
Abby knelt down and hugged his daughter's head. "No, no. Abby, listen to me. Don't kill them."
"Very good. Sir Teacher will reward you. Perhaps he will spare your relatives' death if you lead the invaders to the Cave Fiend's territory."
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