Sea Clash (Part 1)

After everyone entered the central tent and took their seats according to their status, Kelsu, sitting in the main seat, said to Zakro on his left, "Zakro, tell me quickly what exactly happened?"

Zakro had just sat down and hadn't even warmed his backside yet, immediately stood up from his seat upon hearing Kelsu's question and said respectfully, "Kelsu, please don't be impatient, let me explain slowly to you! After I discovered the bodies of the team members led by Chief Montedoss, I immediately ordered my men to return and inform you, while I led my team to continue searching forward."

"Shortly afterward, we found a large number of broken wooden barrels and leather packages in the sea not far from where the bodies were found. At that time, I realized that Chief Montedoss and his men had most likely met with misfortune. I immediately decided to abandon the search plan and go directly to the Western Continent to ask Lord Olibuk for help."

"On our way to the Western Continent, we happened to meet Chief Feldroka and Chief Montedoss, who were delivering grain. So the three of us joined forces to escort the grain back."

After listening to Zakro's description, Kelsu and the other two nodded in understanding. At this moment, Goodpes asked, "Montedoss, what exactly happened during your supply transport? Why were all your men killed, and why are you in this state yourself?"

In an instant, all eyes were fixed on Montedoss, hoping he could answer the question that had puzzled everyone for so long. Montedoss stood up, meeting the scrutinizing gazes, walked to the center of the tent, and said with grief and indignation, "Lord Goodpes, even if you hadn't asked, I would have explained this matter clearly, and then I would have the three of you help me seek justice!"

As Montedoss began to speak, Zakro wisely retreated to his seat, giving the stage to Montedors and listening attentively to his words, as he himself was also very interested in Montedoss's experiences.

Upon hearing that Montedoss wanted the three of them to seek justice for him, Kelsu and his companions immediately guessed that the accident involving the grain convoy was not a natural disaster but rather man-made! The three exchanged glances, and then Kelsu acted as the judge, continuing to inquire about the details of the incident.

"Montedoss, just tell us what's wronged you, and the three of us will definitely help you get justice!"

Having received the promise from Kelsu and the other two, Montedoss nodded with red eyes and said in a sorrowful voice, "Lord Kelsu, this is what happened. I was ordered by you to go to the Western Continent to ask Lords Olibuk and Shideweig for help. At first, everything went smoothly, but when we were transporting the grain back to Ishgar, we were attacked by an elite small force of more than a dozen dragons."

"These people wore transparent spheres on their heads and lurked on the seabed, suddenly launching an attack on us. Caught off guard, all my team members were wounded, greatly reducing our combat strength. Later, outnumbered, my team members were surrounded and killed one by one. If the enemy hadn't lowered their guard because victory was in sight, I might have died at their hands too!"

"Because the location where we were attacked was extremely far from Ishgar, I did not go to Ishgar after breaking through, but returned to the Western Continent. In the end, I collapsed from exhaustion on the coastline of the Western Continent. It was the brothers of the patrol who found me and took me to Grein Charles."

"When I woke up, Lord Olibuk was standing in front of me, and I immediately told him what had happened. Upon hearing the news, Lord Olibuk immediately summoned Lord Shideweig and ordered him to recall the second grain convoy, while also dispatching Chief Feldroka to Grein Charles to escort the grain convoy."

"When Chief Feldroka arrived, my injuries had almost healed, so I asked Lord Olibuk if I could accompany Chief Feldroka on his journey. Later, we encountered Chief Zakro, who had come looking for me, on the sea, and then the three of us escorted the food back here together."

After Montedoss finished speaking, Kelsu felt a chill on his back. Turning around, he saw his back was covered in sweat, and the wind had added to the cold. It wasn't that Kelsu cowardly; the situation had been incredibly dangerous! If the opposing commander hadn't been careless and let Montedoss go, the Western Continent would likely still be unaware of the true situation here, and they might have starved to death in Ishgar!

Kelsu looked up and met the lingering fear and apprehension in the eyes of Goodpes and Delsd. After confirming their exchange, Goodpes gave Kelsu a barely perceptible nod. Kelsu, acting as their 'representative,' then stood up and said, "Montedoss, rest assured, whether it's to ensure the smooth flow of the transport route or to avenge our brothers, I will not let this elite unit escape!"

"Kelsu, Lord Kelsh!"

After Montedoss withdrew, Feldroka stood up and said, "Kelsu, due to the suddenness of this incident, Olibuk has not collected enough food. I'm afraid it can only support the army for ten days. Therefore, you must immediately send someone with me back to the Western Continent to transport a second batch of food to support the front line."

"I've already thought of that, but if we can't wipe out that mysterious little force, I'm afraid this grain transport operation will end in failure, just like last time!"

Feldroka had to admit Kelsu's concerns, but Lord Olibuk was anxiously awaiting a reply. For a moment, he stood frozen in the center of the tent, unsure what to do. Just then, Goodpes said, "Kelsu, perhaps we should immediately send men to the Western Continent to transport provisions!"

"Goodpes, didn't I just say that if we don't get that small unit..."

Kelsu stopped abruptly, and after a moment, he laughed, "Haha! Goodpes, you're something else, coming up with such a wicked trick!"

"Hehe... Same here, same here!"

Looking at the two men with sly smiles, Delsd asked in bewilderment, "You two scoundrels, have you come up with some kind of solution?"

The two smirking duo exchanged a glance, then said in unison, "Heh heh, it's a secret!"

Dragunov, the courtyard of the royal palace

"So, any movement from Belmod's side?"

Upon hearing Sordil's question, both Murellia and Lara shook their heads.

"Since the Black Robe delivered the message to the palace, Belmod has taken no action other than holding a banquet!"

After Mevajena finished speaking, Sordil frowned deeply. If Belmod, upon learning his true identity, launched a massive attack on Fostadu to demand justice, or if he revealed his identity to the public, revoked his appointment Commander of the Western Border Army, and was transferred back to the Western Border Army, Sordil could accept all of that. However, the current calm made him somewhat uncomfortable.

Just as he was racking his brains over Belmod's unusual behavior, a figure appeared in the courtyard through Teleportation Array.

"Hey kid, hurry up and check out the mid lane battlefield, the enemy is making another move!"

The sudden loud voice startled Sordil, and only then did he notice a white figure appear on the Teleportation Array in front of him.

"Acnologia, what brings you here? Could it be that the dragons of the Western Continent have launched a desperate counterattack against us?"

"No, not at all! However, this evening, a large group of dragons carrying packages flew in from the direction of the Western Continent and entered the Western Continent camp in the central battlefield. Bell was worried that something might happen, so he asked me to find you and go back."

Sordil's brow, which had just relaxed, furrowed again. To avoid any major unforeseen events, he had no choice but to put the Belmod matter aside and deal with the problems in the Western Continent first.

"Okay, let's go back now!"