Without a doubt, the ruler of this world was Highlord Osric. All the High Elves, regardless of whether they were the first ones to enter here or those who entered at the end of the Dark Age, were united to form a Magic Legion. Although the size of this Magic Legion could not be compared to the real Osric's Magic Legion, and there were only about 400 of them, the general strength of the members of the Magic Legion was better than before due to the development of more than 1,000 years.
In fact, at the very beginning, there were more people in the Magic Legion, reaching a scale of 700 to 800 people. However, the High Elves would also die of old age, and the High Elves' reproductive ability was very poor. Moreover, there was no Tree of Eternity here. Hence, after more than a thousand years of recuperation, the number of High Elves had decreased.
In fact, not to mention the High Elves of this world, even the High Elves of Anril had always been troubled by their low reproductive ability. Even without the war at the end of the Dark Age, the High Elves' reproductive abilities would probably lead to the extinction of the entire race after thousands of years without a solution.
Besides, due to their extreme distrust of other races, the High Elves in this world did not have any other armed forces apart from the Magic Legion. It was unlike the Dark Age, where there were at least figures like the Sun King of the elves and the ancestors of the Rotterdam Kingdom who were trusted by the High Elves. The races other than the High Elves in this world were simply slaves, and their living conditions were even more miserable than those races during the Dark Age.
Although they knew that the High Elves in this world only had one Magic Legion, their expressions did not change for the better. Prince Kanber of the Rotterdam Kingdom no longer clamored to invade Alanna City.
There were more than 400 members of the Magic Legion, and the weakest of them was at the Legendary-level. There were even two figures at the peak of the Legendary-level, which was more than a little stronger than the overall strength of the expedition.
Besides, the expedition was made up of three forces, and their cooperation would definitely not be as good as that of the High Elves' Magic Legion. They might even have to plot against each other during the battle. Even if they managed to win in the end, it would definitely be a pyrrhic victory. Furthermore, Lin Li did not mention that the fake highlord here could very well possess the will of the real Osric. Otherwise, the morale of these people would definitely plummet.
However, Lin Li's heart skipped a beat when he thought of the fake highlord in Alanna City. How did Osric descend his will into this world? Could there be a passage to the outside world in Alanna City? Even if there was no passageway, Osric should have grasped a lot of secrets about this world after so many years of research. Perhaps there was a way to leave this place?
"Since most of the High Elves' Magic Legion is stationed in Alanna City, should we leave this place first? After all, we've captured a High Elf, and they'll probably find out soon." After understanding the strength of the High Elves, Donald looked at Alanna City in the distance. He no longer had the pride that was unique to the people of the Rotterdam Kingdom. Instead, he looked a little timid.
"Master Felic, what do you think?" Archbishop Martin asked, clearly losing his confidence.
"Where can we go even if we leave? This world is completely under the control of the High Elves. We definitely won't be able to hide our arrival for long. When the time comes, we will have to face the endless pursuit of Osric and the Magic Legion." Lin Li shook his head, disagreeing with their suggestion to escape. He was completely certain that with Osric's control over this world, he would be able to find them no matter where they hid.
"If you want to stay and wait for death, you can stay. We're not going to accompany you." Seeing that Lin Li had rejected his suggestion, Kanber immediately flew into a rage, and turned around to leave in exasperation. However, he turned around and took two steps, only to realize that Donald did not move with him. Hence, he had no choice but to stop.
"Your Highness, please calm down. We can listen to President Felic's opinion before making a decision," Donald hurriedly persuaded. Although he also wanted to escape, he also knew that Lin Li's words made sense. This world was ruled by the High Elves, and there were no resistance organizations that could be used. Where could they escape to? The best outcome would be nothing more than living for a few more days. In the end, they would still have to flee and be devoured by the High Elves' Magic Legion.
"What can he do? Could the Tower of Dusk really barge into Alanna City and kill all the High Elves!?" Kanber's face was full of disdain, but he still retracted his footsteps reluctantly and returned to his original position.
Donald actually did not believe that Lin Li could have any good ideas in this situation. After all, the difference in strength between the two parties was too great. However, he was well aware that in this situation, any dispersion of power would only lead to death. The Brilliance Shrine had obviously already sided with the Tower of Dusk, and would definitely not leave with him. Hence, what choice did he have other than to stay?
After persuading Kanber, Donald forced an apologetic expression, and said to Lin Li, "President Felic, please don't take it to heart. His Highness Kanber is just a little anxious. Since you don't agree to hide for a while, I'm sure you have a better idea. "
"Yes, Master Felic, as long as we can leave this place, feel free to tell us what you need. We will definitely cooperate." Looking at Kanber's behavior, Archbishop Martin was also afraid that Jeremiah would say something unpleasant. Hence, he rushed to ask Lin Li about it.
Lin Li looked at the few people in front of him, and said in a calm and firm tone, "Fight! Now that the High Elves of Alanna City are not prepared for our arrival, this is the only opportunity we can seize. Otherwise, when the High Elves react, we will forever be in a passive position until we are completely destroyed. "
When Lin Li said the word "fight", everyone was so shocked that their hearts trembled. However, the reason that followed made them fall into deep thought.
Indeed, the difference in strength between the two parties was very obvious. If they were to fight openly, the expedition would undoubtedly be doomed. The only advantage that the expedition had now was that the High Elves did not know of their existence yet. That was also the only opportunity to shorten the gap in strength. It was like a life-saving straw that could be put aside regardless of whether it was useful or not. However, if they did not even give it a try, it would definitely be hopeless.
Besides, although the High Elves' Magic Legion had more than 400 people, they definitely had to assign some High Elves to manage them in order to rule the world. It was impossible for them to leave the enslaved races alone. Hence, at this time, the High Elves of Alanna should be relatively the least. If they were prepared, they would definitely gather all their forces to encircle the expedition. Hence, in comparison, taking the initiative to attack was obviously better than escaping, and there would be a glimmer of hope.
After figuring that out, everyone could finally accept Lin Li's suggestion. Of course, there was nothing they could do even if they did not accept it. Both sides were dead ends, and they were both bottomless pits. At least one of them had a rope hanging on it, which was better than having no hope at all.
"Since we're going to launch a sudden attack, I think we'd better get ready and set off immediately. If we delay any longer, the disappearance of this High Elf will probably expose us, "said Archbishop Martin as he glanced at Donald. Actually, he was also worried that the two captured Bandits would not be able to keep their mouths shut, but he still gave the people of the Rotterdam Kingdom some face.
They had caught a High Elf here, and the two Bandits of the expedition had been caught. Everyone knew that they could not afford to delay any longer. Hence, no one argued about this matter anymore, and the higher-ups of the three forces finally reached a consensus to launch a surprise attack on Alanna City.
Next, under Lin Li's instructions, Ujfalusi drew the layout of Alanna City that he had obtained from the High Elf's soul, especially Osric's palace, as well as the defensive layout of the Magic Legion, and so on. According to that information, the higher-ups of the three forces quickly finalized the plan for the surprise attack, and then went to prepare their respective teams without stopping.
Whether or not Osric knew about the appearance of the expedition depended on how much control he had over this world. Hence, Lin Li did not dare to guarantee that the surprise attack would be successful. However, he did not mention that question in order to make the people of the Brilliance Shrine and the Rotterdam Kingdom follow him wholeheartedly. In fact, Lin Li believed that if he was given more than 1,000 years to comprehend the Laws of this world, he would probably be able to grasp most of it by now, not to mention a talented figure like Osric.
However, just like the others, Lin Li had no other choice. Others might take the surprise attack as an opportunity, but he had to do it regardless of whether there was a chance or not.
According to the plan, the expedition quickly advanced towards Alanna City along a hidden route. Fortunately, it was already evening in this world, and by the time the team reached Alanna City, they should be able to enter the night sky. Although the combat power of the High Elves would not be affected at night, it would at least be quite advantageous for the surprise attack.
In the process of advancing, Lin Li also quietly released his Magical Domain, which shrouded the entire team. The Magical Domain was not offensive, and it would not increase the combat power of the team. In fact, it would not even make anyone feel the slightest difference. Its real function was to temporarily conceal the whereabouts of the team through the control of the World Laws.
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