"I haven't figured out a specific plan of action yet. Once I've investigated things clearly and worked out a plan, I'll come find you again."
Duke Baladin looked solemn and nodded gravely. "Understood, Lord Cao Xing."
"During this time, I will recover more of my strength as quickly as possible and recruit more undead!"
"If you need anything, you can come to the dungeon and find me at any time."
"If you truly can help us survive the Blood Legion's assault and build a powerful Undead Legion."
"Then I, Baladin, swear here and now that I will lead all Ascalon Undead to fight for you to the very end!"
Hearing that final promise, Cao Xing straightened as well.
He said solemnly, "Good! Lord Baladin, I believe in your promise."
"Then we'll be leaving for now."
Baladin nodded heavily.
With that, Cao Xing turned around and left the palace with Raines, Sarah, and Robin.
Then, familiar with the route, they arrived at Everhope Hall and headed toward the underground passage.
After Cao Xing and the others left.
Duke Baladin's eyes filled with gravity.
He gripped the greatsword in his hand tightly and said solemnly, "I never expected it... after nearly a thousand years, the Blood Legion is about to appear again."
"This time, I will definitely stop you!"
With that, he waved his hand and put away everything remaining in the treasury.
Then, he swiftly arrived in Everhope Hall and summoned all the undead.
More than four thousand undead clad in armor floated in midair, lined up neatly as they awaited the duke's orders.
Duke Baladin announced, "Everyone, we can no longer continue developing as we are now."
"In the near future, a war may sweep across the continent!"
"The enemy is the Blood Legion!"
At those words, the aura of