Chapter 1071 - 1071 657 The Camp on the Other Side_2

Chapter 1071: Chapter 657: The Camp on the Other Side_2 Chapter 1071: Chapter 657: The Camp on the Other Side_2 “Killing some insignificant mercenaries doesn’t matter, but raising these large demon beasts outside the city, once this information gets out, I’m afraid it might damage our family’s reputation,”

Eridun frowned, secretly contemplating in his heart, “Moreover, that kid Cliff has been missing for some time now, wondering if he’s up to some tricks again? Forget it, we’ll talk about it after this battle is over.”

With the decision made, Eridun’s furrowed brows eased.

He then turned to the rather clever staff officer and said, “These are minor issues. What I am truly concerned about is the upcoming battle.”

“The upcoming battle?”

The middle-aged staff officer pondered for a moment, puzzled, “Lord Eridun, our current situation is extremely favorable. All we need to do is watch the traditional nobles supporting the Great Prince and the Fifth Princess and the Lord of Cyan City fight each other. Why should we worry about it?”

“The staff officer is right. When the Great Prince’s Vanguard Legion suddenly attacked the city today, I thought Cyan Town was doomed. But they actually annihilated that Vanguard Legion!”

The commander with the longbow spoke with interest, “The traditional nobles who lost the battle will not give up easily. Now there’s a good show to watch!”

“By the time they fight each other to the death, it will naturally be time for us to step in.”

The middle-aged staff officer adjusted the wrinkles on his magic robes and smiled sinisterly.

“You fools, you’re thinking too naively,”

Eridun glanced at them and said indifferently, “Although I don’t know who the commander of the traditional nobles is, they will not let us just sit back and watch the battle. There must be other plans, and this is where the risk lies for us.”

After Eridun finished speaking, the leather tent, which was originally filled with cheerfulness, suddenly became quiet.

On the face of each commander, a thoughtful expression emerged as they carefully considered the words of this high-ranking noble.

“As expected of Lord Eridun, with such far-sightedness, awakening us from our dreams.”

With a hand on his magic wand, the middle-aged staff officer mused, “And being able to annihilate the traditional nobles’ Vanguard Legion in such a short time shows that the new Lord of Cyan City and the Fifth Princess are not ordinary either.”

“Well analyzed. When the news of the fortress defense battle came earlier, I thought there must be a catch, and the purpose was to deter us in order to protect Cyan Town.”

A chilling look appeared in Eridun’s eyes, continuing, “But now it seems that the new Lord of Cyan City and the Fifth Princess are indeed obstacles in the second prince’s path to the throne.”

“My lord’s words are extremely accurate.”

While stroking his chin, the middle-aged staff officer’s turbid eyes turned and asked again, “I still have a question. Why would the Lord of Cyan City and the Fifth Princess risk getting involved in the border war? You know, even if the Mountain Fortress is captured, there are still the cities under the Great Prince’s influence blocking the way.”

“That’s indeed puzzling.”

The commander with the longbow frowned and chimed in, “In doing so, the previously unknown Lord of Cyan City and the Fifth Princess have undoubtedly become the most conspicuous figures in the Coldflame Kingdom after the three princes. What are they thinking?”

“That is also the question I have been considering.”

Eridun stared at the Light Crystal Stone lamp beside him and pondered, “As the saying goes, there are no benefits without a reason. There must be extremely complex reasons behind all this, and not just one.”

Pausing, Eridun frowned again, and slowly said to the middle-aged commander with the longbow, “If I’m not mistaken, one of the reasons is precisely what you wondered.”

“Oh?”

The middle-aged commander was taken aback, and the puzzlement on his face deepened. After thinking for a while, he finally realized, “Lord Eridun, are you saying that the new Lord of Cyan City and the Fifth Princess are after the fame that’s only second to the three princes?”

“Yes.”

Eridun nodded slowly, affirming, “Helping the defenders who were at a disadvantage, repelling the invading Saint Night Army, and preventing a catastrophe caused by the fires of war, they will undoubtedly gain an extraordinary reputation.””To gain such a reputation at the risk of becoming the target of everyone’s arrows? Isn’t that seeking death?”

The middle-aged strategist officer also appeared puzzled and said, “Judging from the actions of the traditional nobles, it is obvious that the Lord of Cyan City and the Fifth Princess have also become thorns in their eyes. Even if the traditional nobles don’t take action, we would still destroy them at the opportune moment. So why would they risk total annihilation for such an illusory reputation?”

“It’s indeed baffling.”

A bone-chilling coldness flashed in Aldrich’s eyes, and he said coldly, “But there may be possible explanations, such as… The Fifth Princess and the self-proclaimed Princess’s Guest Official, the Lord of Cyan City, are also planning to contend for the Coldflame Throne.”

“What?!”

Hearing this unexpected answer, the commanders present showed a shocked expression.

However, their shock soon turned into disdain, as if they had heard a ridiculously big joke.

“My lord, forgive me for speaking bluntly, but aren’t you being a bit overly cautious?”

The middle-aged strategist first bowed to Aldrich, then a mocking expression appeared on his face, and he snorted, “The Fifth Princess and the new Lord of Cyan City plan to compete for the throne with the resourceful Second Prince? It’s simply laughable!”

After the strategist finished speaking, the other commanders also showed contemptuous expressions and snorted coldly.

“Exactly, this is the most foolish thing I’ve ever heard in my life!”

The commander with the longbow covered his belly, laughing until tears streamed down his face. “What makes them think they can do this? Just with a tiny Cyan Town? If the Fifth Princess had this ability, she wouldn’t have fled the Royal Capital in such a hurry! Besides, the new Lord of Cyan City is said to be an Otherworldly Lord as insignificant as an ant!”

“You bunch of arrogant fools, you are just like those arrogant and stupid traditional nobles. If not for their earlier disdain and relaxation towards us, the new nobles, we wouldn’t be on par with them today!”

Aldrich coldly looked at his loyal subordinates in front of him and continued, “Moreover, be it Cyan Town or during the Fortress Defense Battle, there are rumors of Tier 5 powerhouses appearing. This can’t be ignored.”

“My lord’s lesson is well-received. We were being shallow.”

The commanders immediately bowed and echoed in unison.

However, despite saying so on the surface, their hearts were still filled with contempt and disdain.

“Forget it, I hope it’s just me being overly cautious.”

After sensing the thoughts of his subordinates, Aldrich pondered for a moment before continuing, “Our camp’s current alertness is too lax. Immediately triple the personnel for each lookout post, and increase the number of secret patrols and patrol teams, to prevent any unexpected incidents.”

“My lord, is that necessary? Those traditional nobles have just been defeated and will definitely not attack us. The Lord of Cyan City is even more unlikely to provoke us casually. He wouldn’t want to face the combined attack of us and those traditional nobles, would he?”

After a moment of contemplation, the middle-aged strategist said with confusion, “Our army is currently extremely exhausted, and it’s a good opportunity to recuperate.”

Hearing this, the other commanders also nodded in agreement.

“It’s better to be cautious in everything. How have I taught you guys normally?”

Aldrich said coldly, “Hurry up and prepare. If you’re late, it may be too late.”

“Yes, my lord!”

Although they felt that this matter was superfluous, the commanders still obeyed Aldrich’s orders and immediately busied themselves.

As they left the tent, a disdainful expression appeared on the strategist’s face, and he muttered to himself, “If those traditional nobles really attacked, the Lord of Cyan City might be behind it. Only by letting us fight can he gain a breather and ease the pressure. But does he have the ability to do that?”

As soon as the middle-aged strategist thought of this, a thunderous battle cry came from all directions around the camp.