Ironvine Territory (Twenty-One)

Asur spent the night at Melendo's camp and returned to his troops the next day. He had some reservations about Dawan's plans, but once he returned to the camp, he witnessed firsthand the Dawan's financial prowess.

"What's going on with these weapons and equipment?"

Asur pointed to the large number of wooden crates piled up at the entrance of the camp and said to the guards that the crates were full of fine weapons and armor, which were obviously very valuable.

At that moment, his trusted Flamengo ran over, "My lord, you're back!"

These weapons and equipment were sent by Dawan Asur of Hampshire. According to the list he provided, they were enough to equip a whole company with weapons and 200 platoons of chainmail.

Because there are so many weapons, and those people haven't given me any explanation, I don't dare to deal with them. I'm just leaving them piled up at the entrance until you come back."

Hearing what the Flamenco Knight said, Asur couldn't continue his outburst. Although he still had some grievances against Dawan, he really couldn't say anything to refuse since so many excellent weapons and equipment had been delivered so readily.

Asur had no choice but to instruct the Flamenco Knights to collect the weapons and equipment and distribute them to the various units as needed, saying, "Since they've already been given away, let's not waste them."

Asur did not mention Dawan again, but instead focused on preparing for battle.

Dawan also received a report from his subordinates. After reading the report, he smiled and said, "It seems this savage bear also knows the principle of 'he who eats another's bread sings his song'."

In the Yalori Valley, Victor was summoned to the central camp by Lenster and Viscount Ferry.

"Viscount Victor, our plan is progressing smoothly. The enemy has already made contact with our mole, and they have begun preparations for a major battle."

After hearing Lenster's explanation, Victor couldn't help but break out in a cold sweat. "Lenster, isn't this a bit too risky? Letting a traitor take control of so many troops—what if they open the city gates before we're ready? Won't that cause problems?"

Moreover, there's also a squad of Silver Maple Secret Guard. If they appear in the valley, they'll quickly discover our setup, and then the plan will be ruined."

"Viscount Victor, I understand what you mean, but please trust our control over the territory. Those traitors were bait we left behind, and we can use this opportunity to eliminate them all."

As for the Silver Maple Secret Guard, they may be mysterious to other nobles, but our Silver Maple Secret Guard Iron Vine Family knows them all too well. Don't forget our family's origins."

Victor remembered that the Iron Vine Family was originally a branch of the Silver Maple Ducal House. It was a branch that voluntarily broke away from the Ducal House to form its own branch. Although it had been separated for a long time, it must still have a lot of information records about the Silver Maple Secret Guard.

"According to the intelligence we dug out from within the mole's ranks, the Silver Maple Secret Guard should be arriving in the Yalori Valley soon, and we have already grasped their general whereabouts."

"Viscount Victor, I've summoned you here today for two reasons: first, to inform you that our plan is progressing smoothly; and second, to invite you to join us in wiping out this Silver Maple Secret Guard."

Lenster's explanation intrigued Victor. He didn't know much about the Silver Maple Secret Guard, only rumors, so encountering them in real life was a rare opportunity.

"Since that's the case, I'm definitely willing. I've long wanted to see how powerful the Silver Maple Secret Guard are."

That evening, Lenster, along with his guards and Victor, arrived near a supply depot in the valley.

Lenster pointed to a warehouse and said, "That's their hiding place. We need to surround the warehouse right now."

Lenster and Victor brought their elite troops, all dressed in black armor tonight, their blades coated with black lacquer, only the edges reflecting a faint light.

Just as they surrounded the warehouse, figures suddenly rushed out of it. The Silver Maple Secret Guard discovered the approaching enemies, but it was too late to escape.

At Lenster's command, the dozen or so soldiers standing at the back suddenly threw out a large net woven from Ironvine, which directly covered the figures.

Even after being trapped, these people did not give up and tried to cut at the net covering their bodies, but unfortunately the net woven from Ironvine was too tough, and even their sharp blades could not break it.

Seeing this, Victor felt things were getting a bit too relaxed and was about to go over to check on things himself when Lenster stopped him.

"Viscount Victor, be careful. These Silver Maple Secret Guard are experts at using various powders that have bewitching and hypnotic effects, but you'll be safe as long as you keep your distance from them."

Upon hearing this, Victor did not continue forward, but observed from a distance. Although these guards were covered in black from head to toe, their agile figures could not be concealed. They were all skilled fighters, which made him feel a little itchy to fight.