I've Been Shipwrecked!

Inside the meeting room, Maria was talking with two people present, the lights on.

Lamaline sat next to Maria, Nitze stood opposite Maria.

"Yes."

Now that things have come to this, Nitze has a general understanding of Maria's plan.

Clearly, while everyone else was focused on this particular group of Victoria Allied Forces, Maria's attention remained fixed on the entire Allied Forces force.

After several contacts, the problems of the Allied Forces were fully exposed.

"They have absolutely no connection with each other... you could even say they're fighting their own battles..."

Maria tapped the table lightly with one hand, while the other hand enjoyed Lamaline's subtle massage under the table.

Nitze noticed this as well, but being an old man, he didn't want to say anything.

Personal style is personal style; as long as it doesn't affect the course of the battle, he doesn't care what happens.

After a moment of silence, Maria looked up.

"If that's the case... it's possible to defeat these Allied Forces one by one..."

"But the other Allied Forces cannot simply stand idly by and watch the rest of the army suffer during a real battle..."

Nitze added.

"Ultimately, why did the Allied Forces send such a large force for a joint offensive?"

Maria shook her head. "Although Kazdel occupies fertile land, ultimately, no one would pay such a high price for a so-called fertile land..."

"Victoria, Leithanien, Ursus, and Gaul are all old countries, especially Gaul, which has many problems."

"Moreover, their internal needs overlap in many ways... and their territories are interconnected. Rather than declaring war on Kazdel to relieve pressure, they would rather declare war on each other for their own interests."

"And the reason for choosing to attack Kazdel..."

"Perhaps... it's the result of someone mediating..."

Maria did not deny that these Allied Forces nations had the idea of dividing Kazdel, but clearly, what could make these people abandon what was closer and easier to achieve in easing their domestic conflicts, and instead choose Kazdel... and not far away, launch an attack with all their troops.

There must have been some force or individual who lobbied and brought them together.

But... similarly, this alliance remains only on the surface.

"Once that person is dealt with, the Allied Forces will lose trust in each other... and may even choose to sever ties due to mutual suspicion..."

Maria looked up.

Ultimately, this is Allied Forces... they represent the power of their own countries.

Their current integration does not necessarily mean they trust each other; it only means that the nails binding them together are very strong.

Once that nail breaks, they will have to consider their own country... Kazdel has been fighting for who knows how long, and a single defeat or victory is not that important.

However, if their vulnerable rear is attacked, the consequences could be unpredictable...

And...

"If I remember correctly, the report submitted by the Lich mentioned that many Lich tribes have already arrived in Leithanien, right?"

Maria looked up at Lamaline beside her.

If Nitze is Maria's sharpest sword, then Lamaline is Maria's best support.

This position originally belonged to the Doll, but since the Doll hasn't arrived yet, the other person has to temporarily share this responsibility with me.

"Yes."

It's strange, really, because in terms of status, Lamaline is the more dignified lord, Maria is her queen.

But in handling the situation now, she seems more like a virtuous wife, a princess...

"Do you want them to launch an attack on Leithanien?"

Nitze asked Maria's question, he frowned slightly, showing a hint of doubt.

But Maria shook her head.

"Since they have chosen Leithanien, it means they consider it their future home... No one would want to damage the area they live in, as that would make it even harder for them to integrate into that new society."

"So you mean...?"

"Send the Lich to contact the Lich Court who has already left Kazdel, and tell him that if he still considers himself a member of the Sarkaz... then carry out my order."

Maria tilted her head slightly, her gaze gradually sharpening.

"They want to spread fear throughout Leithanien..."

"Fear?"

"Leithanien itself is a nation united to resist the Sarkaz attacks, so its internal power is bound to be unbalanced. In this expedition, they may be the most wavering one."

"The influx of Lich must have made them uneasy; the Lich need a pledge of allegiance to integrate into that society..."

"Let the Lich spread the message in Leithanien that the Sarkaz are considering giving up resistance and preparing to launch a large-scale invasion of neighboring Leithanien ahead of schedule. Meanwhile, the Victoria and Gaul Allied Forces, in order not to lose their own fighting strength, have chosen not to obstruct them... Put pressure on them to create resentment and even hatred towards the Gaul and Victoria forces within their ranks."

"But..."

The older Nitze clearly didn't understand Maria's current information warfare... He only knew how to kill his enemies on the battlefield and never considered putting pressure on the enemy's rear.

"Would the people of Leithanien believe such words? Wouldn't a joint statement from the frontline troops refute these claims?"

"So we really need a team to attack that place..."

"They need to be few enough... to break through the Allied Forces's search, and they need to be powerful and ruthless enough to create panic in Leithanien."

Maria turned her head and looked again at the chess pieces in front of her, which symbolized the various Royal Court.

After a brief pause, she took out the chess piece named Blood Demon.

"Tell Dukale about this. He either finishes his job or he'll bring himself to come see me with his head."

She placed the chess piece gently without any hesitation.

This mission was probably the most dangerous one so far, so Maria handed it over to the group of Blood Demon without hesitation.

It wasn't just that Maria disliked the Blood Demon; more importantly, only the Blood Demon could advance by fighting and sustaining themselves without any supplies...

Moreover, above Terra, the name of the Blood Demon is indeed more evil and terrifying than that of ordinary Sarkaz.

Regardless of how well this task is completed, as long as it is done, there will be a result.

If Dukale can penetrate deep behind enemy lines, then the Allied Forces in Leithanien will have to retreat to defend their positions.

If not, the overwhelming pressure will force the Leithanien army to reconsider whether to continue their advance.

Its domestic authorities will inevitably put pressure on the troops at the front to return to their posts.

The best outcome would be for them to neither retreat nor advance.

With one of the four Allied Forces gone, the pressure on Kazdel can be greatly relieved.

This will also shake the morale of other Allied Forces... After all, if Leithanien is not moving, how can their domestic situation be good?

What if you win, but when you look back, your home is gone?

What's the point of fighting then?

The only problem with this plan is...

Ultimately... who is the key link connecting this army?

Only by severing the connections between these parties can Maria's plan be guaranteed to the greatest extent possible...

Regarding this point...

"I might have the information you're looking for..."

Inside the dimly lit tent.

A Xubai priest with only one hand slowly walked in.

He looked like he had been through a lot; his tattered priest's robes were no longer carefully mended as they used to be.

On the broken body, the remaining eye, the one that still had vision, was empty and dim.

But what's most striking is the dim, black aura surrounding him...

The priest of the Banshee Capital...

He appeared before Maria once again!

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Chapter 281 My Shipwrecked!

In Maria's memory, the priest in front of her was a very cheerful person.

Even in the most turbulent moments within the Banshee Capital, this disheveled idealist could still manage a smile for Maria.

Even when Maria and Lamaline were investigating the army overnight, and he was alone, wounded and hiding outside the city walls, on the verge of death, he was still smiling.

She was smiling brightly.

But now that everything has calmed down, he can no longer laugh.

"We meet again, ma'am."

The priest was unsuspecting as he faced the menacing Nitze beside him.

He boldly revealed the Guardian Gun tucked at his waist, and with his only remaining hand, he bowed to Maria, placing his hand on her chest.

The smile on his face looked painted on, appearing particularly stiff.

But Maria did not reply directly.

She looked at the mangled body in front of her and silently shook her head.

"You should be able to heal these wounds..."

"I know... that what you gave me has this ability."

The priest shook his head, his face Xubai.

After receiving Maria's blood, his body underwent a dramatic transformation.

He could constantly feel the terrifying, surging power within his body, as if countless wild beasts were lurking within, roaring and howling day and night... With just a drop of blood, his body was no longer human.

For him, the so-called broken arms and legs were no different from scrapes.

But at the same time, he also heard an incessant murmur in his ear.

Even when he was exhausted after several days of work and finally ready to stop and rest for a while, these sounds, which were enough to drive a person crazy, showed no sign of stopping.

They were like a curse, constantly ravaging his nerves.

The more he closes his eyes, the more those disabled children, with tears of blood streaming down their faces, will come to his side and grab his sleeve...

The texture felt so real...

This is torture that affects both the body and the mind.

But he did not feel pain from it.

Or perhaps he believes he deserves it.

He had broken the Tenets, failed to keep his promises, and even carried out cruel executions of the soldiers who had surrendered.

Even if he abandoned his identity as Sankta, he still felt that he was an ugly, failed, and useless monster.

This is the punishment he deserves.

Even now, the fact that I'm still clinging to life is retribution for my sins.

"Physical health isn't important to me... but at least, a disabled body can ease some of the pain in my heart."

The man shook his head, stood up, and bowed again to Lamaline beside him.

"I am very grateful for your and your people's care when I was in the Banshee Capital..."

"... No need for that, Father."

Facing the priest before her, the girl shook her head slightly.

The atmosphere at the scene eased slightly.