The morning breeze was cool, and the rosy dawn resembled blood.
Blackstone Fortress was bustling with activity.
Yesterday's battle was a foregone conclusion. Nearly four thousand elite armored soldiers of the Blackrock Army were almost all killed in the Blackstone Fortress. Apart from blood and corpses, weapons and armor were scattered everywhere. The miners of Chambord City, having recovered, did not hesitate to strip the enemy's armor from the corpses and put it on themselves. They then took the enemy's sharp blades, fully armed, and looted all the spoils they could carry from the city, filling more than a dozen wagons.
Although most of them were not in good physical condition due to long-term suffering, they had survived this ordeal and were saved by the Holy King of Chambord descending from the heavens. Hope was at hand, so they were all in high spirits. Led by Lampard, they lined up and prepared. The Azeroth Continent, so most men can ride horses. At this moment, they rode the Blackrock Army cavalry warhorses that had been acquired as spoils of war, protecting a few women on the carriage. They brandished their swords and spears, exuding a murderous aura, which was quite impressive.
The group split up and set off. Lampard and his two companions met with Sun Fei and then began organizing the miners to leave the city and return to Chambord City.
For a moment, the sounds of farewells and blessings filled the chilly square in late autumn.
Just then, the thin young boy Modrić appeared before Sun Fei, supporting the Old Man Zola.
After performing the grand ceremony of a subject paying homage to the King, the Old Man knelt on one knee and volunteered, "Your Majesty, please allow me to join the expeditionary force. This Blazing Sun Mountains is remote and desolate, fraught with danger and mazes. Moreover, the forests are dense and the terrain steep. Without guides, the army could easily get lost. I was captured here at the age of twenty-six and became a miner's slave. I have lived on this land for twenty-one years, familiar with the direction of every road, knowing the location of every mine, and having seen the most ferocious beasts in the mountains. I guarantee that I can help my King of Chambord army traverse the Blazing Sun Mountains forests as quickly as possible..."
"But your body..." As a seasoned, highly directionally challenged individual, Sun Fei had deeply experienced the pain of getting lost. So, upon hearing this suggestion, his eyes lit up. Old Zola's words made sense. When marching through such vast and treacherous mountains, a guide familiar with the roads was indeed needed. However, the Old Man before him was recovering from a serious injury. Although he had been replenished by the magical potion from the Diablo World, his body was still in a state of fatigue. If he were to engage in long-distance travel, it might worsen his condition.
"Your Majesty, please rest assured, my old bones are still strong..." The Old Man was quite robust, his white hair fluttering in the wind. He actually pushed away Modrić's support, lifted a black stone weighing over a hundred pounds beside him, and said boastfully, "Your Majesty, look, this old fellow can still lift a giant stone. So please let old Zola contribute to the rise of my Kingdom of Chambord while he can still walk..." At this point, he became a little emotional, and almost shouted, "More than twenty years! I have waited far too long for this day!"
Sun Fei was moved by the Old Man's boldness and enthusiasm.
"Alright, that's settled then. Oleg, bring over a Crimson Flame Beast and hand it over to our experienced guide..." At this point, Sun Fei's gaze fell on Modrić, who was staring expectantly at him, and he continued with a smile, "Little guy, you come along too. Ride with Uncle Zola. He'll be looking after Uncle Zola on this journey!"
"Oh? Really? Thank you, Your Majesty... Long live Your Majesty!"
Little Luka jumped up excitedly. He had long wanted to ask His King to let him go with him, but unexpectedly, His Majesty spoke first. Ever since he woke up from his coma that day and saw Sun Fei for the first time, the smiling face in the sunlight and the warm hands that extended to him had etched that warmth into the thin, blond boy's soul. Being able to stay by King Majesty's side was, for him, absolutely the happiest thing in his life.
Warden Oleg soon led over a majestic and powerful Crimson Flame Beast.
After being bred by the Red Water Kingdom for several generations, these level-four magical beasts have become docile and obedient, but their wildness has diminished, causing a significant decline in their formidable abilities as level-four magical beasts. This is one of the reasons why they were defeated by a group of heavily armored knights from Chambord City. However, after consuming feed mixed with [ Hulk Potion ], they seem to have exhibited a reversion to their ancestral traits. Like the fat Oleg, their bodies are showing signs of secondary development, greatly enhancing their running, load-bearing, and impact capabilities. Moreover, faint crimson flame magic fluctuations, like those of wild Crimson Flame Crimson Flame Beast, have even appeared on their hooves. Their Teeth have also become sharper and more aggressive, regaining their wildness and becoming fierce and combative, but they are very docile towards their masters.
The little guy Modrić, excitedly ran over to take the reins.
Unexpectedly, upon seeing the strangers approaching, the Crimson Flame Beast became ferocious, raising its crimson forelegs and roaring as it was about to stomp down. Fortunately, at that moment, the Big Black glared at them and barked angrily a few times, leading to a scene that was both funny and exasperating. It was as if a boss was disciplining a subordinate, and the Crimson Flame Beast reluctantly withdrew its hooves, but it still wouldn't let Modrić and Zola get close.
Sun Fei was immediately a little embarrassed.
How dare this beast disrespect me! Just as I was about to switch to [ Druid Mode ] to have a good chat about life and ideals with this guy, a beautiful figure walked over from behind. Her slender, white hands, as white as freshly peeled scallions, gently patted the Crimson Flame Beast's forehead. She smiled and pointed at Modrić and Old Zola, making a few gestures. Then, something astonishing happened—the Crimson Flame Beast actually obediently walked over and knelt down in front of the two of them, no longer displaying its previous arrogant and ferocious demeanor.
" Angela, how did you tame these beasts?"
The group set off, heading towards the outside of Blackstone Fortress. Sun Fei on the back of Big Black, his fiancée in his arms. Her soft, warm body filled his embrace, and the faint, intoxicating fragrance of her virginity lingered in his nostrils. The chilly morning breeze became gentle, giving people a sense of tranquility and warmth. He asked with a smile.
Although the early autumn morning was unusually cold, Angela refused the arrangement to return to the carriage. She wore a slightly thin white short skirt, the hem fluttering and only reaching two-thirds of her long, shapely thighs, paired with uniquely styled black leggings. The contrast between the black and white created a unique radiance and charm. Blushing, she volunteered to ride on the back of the Big Black with Sun Fei. The young girl didn't care how quickly she had fallen in love, nor did she care about the well-intentioned but shy smiles and gazes of those around her. She only felt that the strong, warm shoulders around her waist were the ones that could bring her peace and sweetness.
"I don't know either," Angela said, her delicate eyebrows slightly furrowing at Sun Fei's question. "They seem to understand me; they're very friendly and well-behaved, just like little children..."
As expected, that's the answer I got.
Sun Fei smiled. He had previously guessed that Angela had an inexplicable affinity for animals for some mysterious reason. Especially recently, during the training of the Crimson Flame Beast and the warhorse, this talent was displayed to its fullest extent, like a flood bursting its banks. It seemed that no matter how ferocious the animal was, it would be infected by the girl's pure and beautiful smile and become obedient and docile.
However, it's clear that Angela herself still hasn't figured out the reason.
As the two were talking, the group had already walked out of Blackstone Fortress through the rear gate.
"We cannot leave this city intact to the Kingdom of Black Rock and their ambitious King!"
After everyone came out, Sun Fei used the brute force of the Barbarian to directly bombard and collapse many sections of the walls and buildings of Blackstone Fortress. This military fortress, which Kingdom of Black Rock had built up over several generations, was reduced to ruins in the billowing dust, becoming a thing of the past. To restore the imposing atmosphere before the war, given the strength of Kingdom of Black Rock, it would take at least three years.
The Chambord Expeditionary Army's march proceeded very smoothly for the next day.
The deeper you go, the more vividly the ruggedness of the Blazing Sun Mountains becomes. Everywhere you look, there are strange rocks and cliffs, and ancient trees grow tenaciously in the cracks of rocks and soil. Under the shade of the mountains and trees, it is difficult for sunlight to even reach the ground. After noon, visibility begins to dim, and by evening, a thick white fog rises, making visibility extremely low. The roads are surrounded by jagged rocks and half-dead ancient trees, and the ground is covered with thick layers of leaves and musty, yellow moss. Without obvious landmarks, it is easy to get lost in this vast mountain range.
Fortunately, the expeditionary force had Zola, a human GPS navigator that didn't consume much power.
Just as the Old Man himself said, he was indeed familiar with every road in the Scorching Blazing Sun Mountains. Even the abandoned paths overgrown with weeds were known to him as clearly as the wrinkles on his face. Whenever there seemed to be no way to go, he could find a path by parting the weeds. This greatly saved King Sun Fei, who was terrible with directions, and the Chambord Expeditionary Army a lot of trouble.
Along the way, they passed several mines and tunnels in the Kingdom of Black Rock. Sun Fei ruthlessly dispatched Oleg, a fat, Bloody warden who resembled a giant, to destroy them, slaughter the Blackrock garrison, collapse the mines, and free a large number of slaves who had been forced to work in the mines and tunnels.
Since the miners from Chambord City had already been gathered at Blackstone Fortress by the King of Black Rock in preparation for their massacre, there were no Chambord City natives among these slaves. The expeditionary force didn't need to worry about them. Some of the miners, like Zola, were seasoned veterans, eager to return home. They knelt and thanked Sun Fei profusely, then cheered and led their respective compatriots into the vast fog of the mountains.
After walking for another three hours, although the Sun had not yet truly set, the Blazing Sun Mountains had become dark and difficult to traverse.
"Your Majesty, I remember there's a lake ahead with a large open area of stone forest around it, suitable for camping. Why don't we rest there tonight?" Old Zola urged the Crimson Flame Beast over and suggested.
"Okay!" Sun Fei looked at Angela, who was already asleep in his arms, and nodded.
Sure enough, after walking for about half an hour, a beautiful and clear lake appeared before us. The lakeside was covered with lush grass, half of which was withered and yellow, like a beautiful felt carpet spread on the ground. A little further away was a beautiful stone forest. It was not steep, and the stone ground was very flat and had little moisture, making it perfect for setting up tents and camping.
The scenery of mountains and lakes in late autumn has a unique charm that is captivating.
However, Sun Fei frowned slightly.
Because of the flickering firelight and the bustling noise around the lake, it seemed that quite a few people had already arrived.
This is the first update. There will be another update at 11:20.
The plot will move very quickly from here on out.
I've been busy these past few days and haven't been able to reply to comments in the comments section. Please forgive me. I'll definitely make time to check them.