V4.Chapter 23

Fallen City, Agate River.

Sauron stood on the deck and stared into the distance, turned his head to look at the scarred face behind him, and said slowly, "How are the orcs doing?"

Scarface leaned slightly and said, "Your Excellency, they have been very honest recently."

Sauron nodded and said solemnly: "Let the scouts watch the movements of the orcs, and send them to me immediately if there are any special circumstances."

"Yes." Scarface stepped back.

The half-orc army failed twice in a row, and Eugene's actions became more cautious.

For the first time, he was abused by the ancient brass dragon summoned by Sauron's incarnation in Fallen Leaf City, forcing Eugene to retreat and regroup. Attacking Sauron that night, Eugene returned without success and suffered heavy losses. The two consecutive failed blows are very serious for the Orcs, and I am afraid their morale has dropped a lot. The orcs haven't done much recently, I'm afraid they are afraid of being hit hard again. If they lose three times in a row, I'm afraid the morale of the Jagged Legion will not be able to withstand it.

Eugene needed a victory to inspire the warriors, but Sauron would not give it such a chance!

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Orc-occupied land, on the banks of the Agate River.

Teams of half-orc laborers are working hard. They chop down the trees in the forest one by one under the call of the overseer, and then transport the logs back one by one. Near the camp of the half-orc army is already "【"【, ≤→.n≤et busy, many orcs are busy working, and the outline of the foundation has been established nearby. Relying on the natural strength advantage, orcs work very efficiently, and in just half a day, the outline of a rough orc fortress appeared.

But this is just the beginning. Judging from the laid foundations, this fortress is much larger in scale!

Fallen City.

The council hall was dignified, and many nobles were talking, one of them said, "What? Orcs build a fortress on the other side of the river? What are they going to do?"

Everyone present was worried.

If the Orcs really built a large military fort on the other side of the river, it would be very difficult for them to regain lost territory in the future.

Even if reinforcements arrive, the situation can become the enemy's defense and our attack. However, if the half-elf army attacked the military fortress built by the half-orcs, thinking about it, I knew what a terrible casualty price would have to be paid to take it down. Such a fortress is built with a spit and a nail. Shamans are also spellcasters. Although the craftsmanship of orcs building fortresses is not beautiful, the durability will definitely not be worse than other races. This fortress was really built to compete with Fallen Leaf City.

"That might be a good thing."

The old man sitting on the right glanced at the other people. His territory was near the Fallen Leaf City. Even if the land on the other side of the river was recovered, he would not be able to get much benefit, so he calmly said: "In this way, The Orcs shouldn't attack for a while."

"We can hold out until the reinforcements from Earthwalker arrive!"

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Orcs finally learned to behave.

Sauron was hit twice in a row. Eugene's original plan to defeat the half-elves in one fell swoop was completely in vain. Today, establishing a military fortress on the other side of the river to confront the Fallen City is undoubtedly the most sensible behavior at present. In any case, Sauron did not think that the current Fallen Leaf City was capable of attacking the military fortress of the Orcs, and the casualties that would have to be paid were unbearable for anyone.

"Eugene is planning to advance step by step!"

Sauron stared at the river in the distance, and said in a low voice, "If the military fortress is really established, and it chooses the location on the other side of the Agate River, it is impossible for the half-elves to regain lost territory without fighting for decades."

"pity."

"Eugene didn't count the catastrophe of the saints, the fortress is almost like a piece of paper for some existences!"

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overseas islands. Port of Mordo.

A towering lighthouse appeared in front of him, and the excited voices of the sailors alarmed George. Relying on his own ability, he became one with the fleet guards in just a few days, so he soon knew that Modo City was coming.

A gentle sea breeze blows in.

Flocks of seabirds can be seen in the distance. Under the blue sky, the silhouette of flying fish appeared from time to time on the sea surface.

Everything in front of him was so novel and shocking to George, who had lived in the inland since he was a child, and he felt a wider world. Even a little more longing for life on the sea. Compared with the life that was confined to one town in the past, it was a great trip to the Fallen Leaf City. Everything he saw on the sea along the way completely subverted his understanding. For the first time, he knew that the world was so big. There were so many things he had never thought about.

Civilians in this world have a very small field of vision.

There were a lot of people like George, and soon others came to the deck, looking forward in amazement.

The figure of Modo City appeared.

It was a huge natural port, which was enlarged after construction. In the distance, you could see a side of white sails. A large number of ships were docked near the port. Before you got close, you could hear the shouts of the dock workers. , they are busy carrying cargo, and every now and then a ship sets sail. Just seeing this place for the first time, George felt the prosperity and richness here, and everything in front of him was a scene he had never seen in Fallen Leaf City.

Even, there is no such prosperous trade in the entire inland region!

Trade is wealth, and trade is vitality. The prosperity of White Horse City came about because of trade, and the downfall of White Horse City was because trade was blocked.

"It's coming soon."

After this period of contact, the captain of the guard has gotten to know George quite a bit. He glanced at the young man beside him and said with a smile, "When you arrive at the pier, someone will arrange for you."

George smiled and nodded, reached out and touched his pocket, which still had some money in it.

The other party took good care of them along the way, so George planned to invite the other party to the pub for a drink after arriving at the Fallen Leaf City. He is not yet sure how the church will arrange for him and others, but if he can have a good relationship with this person, he may be able to become a A caravan escort, he is still a little confident in his skills.

However, the captain of the escort politely refused with a smile, and said slowly: "We will leave immediately after sending you to the port."

"This time, many chambers of commerce have heard the news."

"I heard that there was a fleet from Arendelle. They had already planned to go back with goods. As soon as he heard the call from Lord Sauron, he unloaded the goods in Shipwreck Bay without a word, and then the empty ship went to Run to Nusha Island. Send you a trip, the profit of the Chamber of Commerce will increase by at least 20% to 30% a year, and the remuneration we will receive will be a lot more."

"So, the fleet will not stay here and will return to Nusha Island today."

One year of 'taxes' waived.

This matter was quite attractive to the Chamber of Commerce. Under Sauron's control, all the routes were controlled, and the Chamber of Commerce had to pay a lot of protection fees. If one year was avoided, the profit would increase by a large margin. Otherwise, it is impossible to attract so many people. If it weren't for the fact that only the Chambers of Commerce in Shipwreck Bay, City of Fortune, and Port Taro could rush over, I'm afraid fleets from other places would also want to come over and make a fortune. That is, this Your Excellency's favor has become familiar, and he has also obtained practical benefits.

Why not do such a good thing?

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Port of Mordo.

A large ship was docked near the port, and there was an endless stream of people everywhere.

"Sister, slow down!"

George helped the young woman carrying the baby down the deck, and soon a serious-looking law enforcement team came to escort them. Their destination was not the port, but the city of Modo in front. Many people looked around curiously, and the first impression that this port gave them was not how lively and prosperous it was. Rather neat and tidy. Compared with the city they remembered, it was so clean and tidy, there was no rubbish on the ground, and there was no obvious stench like crowded traffic.

There was only the faint astringency of the sea in the air.

"Sister, look! It's a temple! So majestic! So magnificent!"

The most striking building in Port of Mordor. There is no doubt that it is the Temple of Fortune and the Temple of the Ocean. These two churches seem to be starting to get angry recently. The Temple of Wealth is decorated with glittering gold, and the outside walls are painted with a layer of gold paint. The Temple of Wealth has obvious advantages in terms of local tyrants. However, the Ocean Temple also has its own advantages. That is, there are a lot of treasures under the sea, and it is very simple to get some night pearl corals. During this time, the two temples were fighting openly and secretly to overwhelm each other. The fight against the believers is also quite fierce.

Across the port is a smooth paved road.

There were a lot of people watching the group of refugees who had traveled a long way. The characteristics of half-elves were quite obvious, but no one bothered them, only occasionally watching with curiosity.

Among the team responsible for escorting them, George saw the legendary evil drow.

Or should I say half-drow.

These legendary evil beings have ruthless expressions, and they are simply indifferent to others, but they are strictly or even harsh in carrying out their tasks, and they hardly speak to others except for orders. I don't know if it was his own illusion, George saw a trace of panic in the eyes of these drow warriors, but it was not that kind of fear, but a hidden panic. This hidden emotion makes them very serious and strict, and meticulously execute orders, as if they are worried that they will be replaced.

Modo City finally appeared in front of him.

In the distance, they can see the reclaimed land, and there are green crops in the fields. This scene full of vitality makes them have better hopes for the future.

but!

There was a sudden panic in front of him, as well as the screams and crying of women and girls. George immediately put his hand on the hilt of the sword, and the whole person was ready for battle.

"Roar!"

The dull dragon roar echoed in the ears of everyone.

On the city wall of Modo City, a giant figure appeared. Its cold pupils glanced at these tiny humans, and then it slammed its dragon wings into the air!

The bipedal pterosaurs with wings spread nearly ten meters circled above their heads, and then flew towards the sea.

George's legs trembled slightly.

The scene just now not only startled him, but also many people around him cried a lot. Compared with the huge bipedal pterosaur in front of him, the Orc Warg was like a puppy.

The guards have not changed, and they seem to be very familiar with this bipedal pterosaur.

Soon the team was appeased.

They entered Modo City from the South Gate, and George couldn't help but turn his head to glance at the direction the bipedal pterosaurs flew away. He was overwhelmed for a while, and murmured, "Is this Modo City?"

………………(To be continued…)