In the camp of Border City, tens of thousands of troops of the Empire had gathered. The Emperor had tried to gather all the elites in the south of the Empire. Even the Mu Te Territory had sent a team of Halfling archers and a team of Halfling Crucible cannoneers to help guard the Black Fire Pass.
But even so, when the Green Dwarfs were only two days away from the Black Fire Pass, the Rick Territory, Nur Territory, and Sol Territory finally arrived. After such an intense march, the troops were extremely tired. Especially the Rick Territory's troops, many of them fell asleep before they could even set up camp. Many of them were so tired that their ankles were swollen. Even those whose ankles were not swollen were trembling.
They only had one day to rest. Even if they were resting, they still had to start the construction work and set up the defense at the Black Fire Pass.
But there was also good news. In Ivy Territory, which was rich and abundant in food, agriculture, and animal husbandry, the food of the troops became better. The rich food, including barley bread, Empire stout and ale, baked pies, and barbecued meat, greatly alleviated the dissatisfaction of the soldiers.
People were surprised by the wealth of Kurfürst Marius' cellar. When carts of cured meat, oiled meat, smoked meat, and dehydrated grain were transported out from the castles, manors, and towns of the nobles in Ivy Territory, the troops of the Empire all had good food. After a long march, everyone was finally comforted.
Of course, as a close friend of Marius, Karl-franz knew Marius very well. This was a guy with "hamster cancer". He especially liked to hoard all kinds of things. It was said that this Kurfürst had been hoarding all kinds of military supplies and food ever since he took office. According to this crazy count, it was for emergencies. Marius even boasted that the weapons, bullets, and cannons he had hoarded in Ivy Territory were enough to last him for fifty years, and that the food he had was enough to last him for three years.
What kind of situation would consume so many bullets and cannons? The Emperor was puzzled and confused.
Aren't you afraid that the warehouse will explode if you don't manage it well?
Regardless of the Emperor's opinion, Kurfürst Marius said, "I like it.
I ~ just ~ like ~ it ~.
“I’mlovin’it！”
The Emperor could only let him be.
Even so, the Empire's army suffered heavy casualties. What was worse was that they were harassed by Orc tribes, deserters, fatigue, and sickness. In the end, only eight out of ten soldiers were able to reach the Black Fire Pass. The Emperor estimated that only 20000 of the 25000 soldiers of the Rexor Army would be able to join the battle.
Even with the reinforcements from Nur, there were still less than 25000 people. After joining forces with Ivy, the emperor knew that these 40000 people would be all the troops he had to fight against the green skin tide.
While building the base, setting up the cannons, and deploying the defense, the current ruler of Saul Hill, the Empire's Royal Chief Wizard, the dean of the Alchemy Academy, the great alchemist, and the metal-elemental great holy wizard, Bayershazer Gelt, found Frey Derick, who was mobilizing the Nur army and setting up the cannons. The great alchemist's expression could not be seen through the metal mask, and his voice was emotionless. "Frey? Are you free? "
"Teacher?" Frey Derick did not quite understand. Gelt rarely talked to him with this attitude. The baron knew that he was a bit of a noob, so he quickly nodded. "I'm free."
"Then come with me." Gelt turned around and left. Frey Derick quickly followed him.
The teacher and apprentice walked for a few hundred meters and found a relatively empty place. The green wheat fields in the distance, the rotating style, and the nervous and worried farmers formed a beautiful picture that only belonged to Ivy.
"Frey? What are you doing? " The great alchemist turned around and asked directly. The metal face's unique sound was serious and critical. "Do you know what you're doing?"
"What am I doing? Aren't I preparing to set up the artillery? "Frey Derick was puzzled by his teacher's question.
"Yes, you brought your men here. You even had time to go back to Nur and scold the Nur nobles who refused to send troops. Then you mobilized the transportation of Wesen and Nur and sent five legions to the frontline." Gelt nodded. The great alchemist said very seriously, "Do you realize the problem?"
"Problem?" Frey Derick was stunned for a while. The young baron was a bit at a loss. He was stunned by Gelt's words. After a minute of awkward silence, he asked, "Teacher, are you saying that I did something wrong by rushing over to help? But … "
"Tell me first. What happened to the Sun King and the Countess?" Gelt nodded and then shook his head. "You first. Tell me in detail."
"About a day after the news was sent to Brunswick, father had received news of a huge green WAAAGH! It was approaching the Blackfire Pass. " Frey Derick really did not understand why his metal-faced teacher was so agitated. But seeing his teacher's serious expression, the young baron did not dare to be careless.
After receiving the news, Emilia's first reaction was to not mobilize the Nur army.
The reason was simple. First, when Tarim Khan invaded, the Empire's army did not provide timely support to Nur. Emilia was worried that if the Empire's army could not defend the Blackfire Pass (like the two invasions of Iron Claw and Big Belly King Gru), then the Nur's army would at least have to ensure the safety of their own city.
Second, Emilia still held a grudge against the previous' Slut 'incident. Coupled with the deep conflict between Nur and Awei, and her lack of military knowledge, Emilia had no interest in sending troops.
However, Laing did not think so. As the father, he reprimanded the mother. In short, at this time, they must not let the green WAAAGH rush into the vast plains of the Empire. Even if Awei was destroyed, it would still be a devastating blow to the Empire. Emilia's Nur must not stay out of it.
After being reprimanded by Laing, Emilia was forced to agree to send troops. Originally, this matter was to be led by Marshal Nur Erstein, but Frey Derick volunteered to come after hearing about it.
Of course, the baron only said that he was concerned about the safety of his Godfather and the Empire, and insisted on the dream of building a community with a shared future for mankind. He hid the idea that he wanted to be in the limelight in front of the little queen.
After hearing this, Galt shook his head helplessly. He sounded a little disappointed. "Did you know, Frey, that Nur's army met Nur's army on the way, and the Nur people complained about your decision? They complained that we are a free and independent city, so how did we become the Emperor's leashed dog? If that's the case, then shouldn't our Baron be the Emperor's godson? So that he won't become a loyal dog? "
"If you are so anxious to be Karl-franz's dog, why do you still want to bring us Nur people?"
The young baron was shocked. Frey Derick's back was suddenly covered in cold sweat.
Oh no, I really wanted to show off in front of my parents and Princess Alissanda, but I made such a huge mistake!
Seeing the drastic change in Frederick's expression, Galt's tone softened a little. Metal Face continued, "It's right that you urgently mobilized the army to join the battle, and it's also right that you came to the frontline in person. However, you shouldn't have lectured the nobles who didn't move, and you shouldn't have gathered here and handed over all the commanding rights! You are too obedient, you are throwing away your foundation, you are throwing away the support of the Nur people. You have to remember, you are the first in line to inherit the title of Countess, the future Duke of Nur, the Kurfürst, and the Grand Duke of Wesen! "
"I just … I just wanted to show off." Frey Derick said weakly. The baron took out a towel from his coat pocket and wiped the sweat on his forehead. He really realized his problem now.
"Did something happen to you?" Metal Face reluctantly accepted this explanation. The great alchemist said doubtfully, "You have received more than ten years of palace education from the Countess and the Emperor, and also learned from the Nur military and the Maybach great engineer. You have no reason to deal with this kind of thing. Didn't His Majesty Laing and the Countess tell you?"
"Uh …" Frey Derick just remembered that he was caught by his parents before he left, but he was so focused on showing off in front of the little queen that he didn't remember it clearly.
Was this the Eternal Queen? The baron was finally a little sober.
"Then … what should I do now? Mentor? "Frey Derick humbly asked Galt for advice." How can I … "
"You have already brought people to join the army, what else can you do?" Galt shook his head. "It's too late to do anything now, and it's not good for the upcoming battle. You should work hard to show off. It's too late to do anything now."
"Well … I'm sorry, Uncle Galt. I lost my head for a moment. How can the little queen be so charming?" Frey Derick grabbed his hair in frustration. His hair was as golden as Emilia's.
"The Eternal Queen is the first chosen one of the elves. She has inherited the power of the previous Eternal Queens. It's not difficult to understand." Galt shook his head. "Frey, fortunately, you are still young."
"I'm still young?" Frey Derick muttered to himself.
"Youth is an excuse. You are only 17 years old this year. Youth means that you are full of vigor, and youth means that you will make mistakes. This time, everyone will still tolerate you. We all understand that you are a 17-year-old underage boy. The ancient sage's proverb says: After all, humans are still too young, too simple, and sometimes very childish." Galt said devilishly. The metal-faced man nodded. "Next time, don't make such a stupid mistake. If you lose the Emperor's trust, you will still be the Duke of Nur and the Kurfürst. But if you lose the support of the nobles and civilians in your territory, you will be exiled even if you are very strong."
"Yes." Frey Derick finally let out a long breath.
The mentor and disciple were silent for a while. Frey Derick thought for a long time before he asked tentatively, "So, mentor, you also support me?"
"You are his son, his grandson. If I don't support you, who else can I support?"
"Mentor!"
"Go, perform well in this battle, and the future is yours."
… I am the future, and I am the dividing line for you …
Three days later, in front of the Black Fire Pass.
The army of the Empire gathered here, and dozens of legions were ready to go.
The left wing was the Armoured Nur, the Nur Blackstone Guards, three Nur Musket Regiments, two Nur Artillery Regiments, and Galt's Saul Army. The Saul Army was mainly composed of infantry regiments, crossbow regiments, and pistol cavalry regiments. Because of the rapid march, the Saul Army did not bring many cannons, only a few mortar cannons. However, the famous Eldrad Guards were already ready.
The middle army was the Rick Army of Emperor Karl-franz, including several Knight Regiments, Kalonburg Swordsman Regiment, Brunswick Honorary Guards, Franz Guards Regiment, and a large group of Empire infantry regiments, three steam tanks, dozens of cannons of various colors, as well as wizards and engineers. They were all ready.
The right wing was the army led by Ivy. The Kurfürst Marius Leitendorf volunteered to defend the right wing because he felt that the right side would always have good luck.
The Green Skin Army was approaching.
On the other side of the Black Fire Pass, huge black smoke and dust had already risen. The footsteps and roars of the green tide could be vaguely heard, and the unique stench of the Green Skin Army was also spreading in the air.
Although the war was imminent, these Empire troops were also experienced and had seen a lot. Green Skin, Chaos, Undead, Orcs, Bandits, Robbers, and even Human Civil War. What kind of messy things had they not seen before? Under the loud scolding of the Empire's captains, under the reminders of the veterans, and under the instincts trained from training, everyone stood in formation.
The Emperor of the Empire, Karl-franz, walked out under everyone's gaze. His steps were firm, and his expression was calm.
Everyone's gaze was on him.
Under everyone's anticipation, Karl-franz walked out of the crowd. He was wearing the mithril full-body plate armor that belonged to the Emperor, a five-colored kite feather helmet with a griffin's golden crown, and a divine artifact silver seal on his chest. On his waist was the rune sword "Dragon Tooth" that belonged to the Great Prince of the Rick Region. In his hand was the divine hammer that symbolized the identity and strength of the Human Emperor, Gail Maraz.
"I am Karl-franz, your Emperor!" As everyone wished, the Emperor gave a speech before the war, "I was born in the same world as you!"
The only reply to the Emperor was a soft gasp.
"A gloomy and terrifying world filled with the flames of war!" Karl-franz did not avoid all of this. "However, in the center of the Old World, there was once a warrior who built a fortress of hope and courage!"
"That was the Empire!"
The sound of panting gradually became heavier.
The Empire! The Empire! That's right, it was the Empire!
"The Empire was built in the center of the Old World. The Empire resisted the tide of destruction and the invasion of terror." The Emperor raised the symbol of the Human Emperor. The divine hammer, Gail Maraz, was shining in his hand.
"The Empire! The Empire! The Empire! "Someone began to shout loudly.
"The Empire! The Empire! The Empire! "Someone began to whisper.
"We were once divided, we were once in decline, we were once close to collapse. We once faced generals who were greedy and afraid of death, nobles who were corrupt and greedy, and the country was poor and weak. We once failed again and again!" Karl-franz said to everyone, "But we have never truly fallen. We are once again prosperous!"
"Dong! Dong! Dong! "The soldiers hammered the ground, shields, and armor.
"Now, let's unite and let those evil enemies have a taste of the power of our Empire!" The Emperor clenched his fists and revealed a straightforward smile. "Let's defeat those green skin bastards together!"
The divine hammer was raised high in the sky. More than two thousand years later, it would be no different from that time. The successors of the Human Emperor would be like the original Human Emperor back then, resisting the green tide of destruction here!
"For Charlemagne, for the Empire, for Gail Maraz!"
"I swear in the name of the Emperor that I will lead you to victory!"
Before the Emperor's speech ended, the sound of the green skin horn had already resounded through the sky in the distance.
The third battle of the Black Fire Pass had begun.
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