Endless Winter: My Camp Upgrades Infinitely Chapter 1442 - 459: Prelude in the Hall, Progress Touching, Blood Cold Beast and Copper Bone Corpse Demon (Part 4)

Yet, as his mind settled, his intrigue intensified.

Such immense military power, especially with the amalgamation of two influential families, still, their territorial expansion proceeds at a sluggish pace—what could be the reason?

Just as Xia Hong's thoughts were engulfed by questions, Fan Qinghu commenced his discourse, gesturing towards the intricate sand table.

"Presently, the Miasma Area we have successfully purged spans approximately 400 square kilometers, originating from the northern frontier, extending inwards to a depth and width of 20 kilometers each. Zhenyuan Camp is strategically positioned at the very heart of this cleared region.

The impending Trial Zone, designated for the Feudal Town's most promising elites, will be marked by Zhenyuan Camp as its focal point. The northern 200 square kilometers are open for unrestricted hunting; however, a stern warning must be issued to all participants: under no circumstances are they to venture beyond the boundary of Zhenyuan Camp. While the majority of the miasma in the southern section has been eradicated, it harbors a significant population of Blood Cold Beasts, with at least a dozen formidable Beast Kings lurking within. Their subordinate ranks include numerous Advanced Blood Cold Beasts. Should the youngsters encounter them in large numbers, without auxiliary army support, their demise is all but assured."

"Rest assured, Admiral, I shall convey your directives immediately upon my return!"

Cai Yunlan responded with a solemn nod, his compliance swift.

"There is no need for haste; they will arrive in due course. Furthermore, despite a noticeable reduction in the potency of the crimson miasma this year, as a precautionary measure, we must equip each participant with 30 Heart Cleansing Pills. This trial is set to endure for two months, and with an allocation of two pills per diem, this supply should prove adequate..."

Pausing momentarily, Cai Yunlan resumed, "This year's trial distinguishes itself from those of the past, boasting an unprecedented turnout of over a thousand elite candidates. To preempt any unforeseen emergencies and guarantee their security, I will be deploying fifty thousand Town Guard soldiers tomorrow. They will establish a temporary encampment at the central nexus of the northern 200 square kilometer expanse, with orders to conduct daily patrols across each sector. Prior to the official commencement of the trial, it is paramount to impart clear instructions to all involved: should any situation arise that exceeds their capacity to manage, their primary directive is to retreat to the safety of the camp. If immediate retreat is unfeasible, the deployment of a Command Arrow for reinforcement is imperative."

After all, these thousand individuals represent the cream of the crop, the elite offspring of the entire Feudal Town. Fan Qinghu's meticulous arrangements are undeniably prudent. It underscores that while Cai Qiu's methods for training his descendants may be rigorous, they are far from inhumane—at the very least, he prioritizes their safety to the best of his abilities.

"As per Fan Qinghu's report, the northern 200 square kilometers have been substantially cleared, and the peril posed by the miasma is not substantial. What remains primarily consists of a few Advanced Cold Beasts. Could the 30% attrition rate observed last year be attributed to the overwhelming might of the Blood Cold Beasts..."

From the very moment Fan Qinghu uttered the words 'Blood Cold Beast', Xia Hong's attention was instantly captivated. On their aerial journey with Cai Yunlan, he had observed the pervasive, albeit thin, crimson miasma blanketing the northern sector of the camp. Cai Yunlan had also provided him with a concise overview of Cai Qiu's strategy for neutralizing these miasmas.

The crimson miasma itself is not particularly difficult to eradicate; a singular method exists: utilize coal to ignite silver, until it melts into a slurry. Yet, this is insufficient; further combustion is required. The vaporized silver solution possesses the capability to gradually dissipate the miasma.

"Indeed, this represents a highly efficient approach. An alternative method involves burning silver directly as fuel, but this yields a diminished rate of effectiveness, and the resulting silver vapor exhibits weaker properties, thus slowing the dilution process considerably."

"Precisely, not only does the system designate silver as a resource for combustion, but the other inhabitants of the Ice Abyss also adhere to this practice. The vaporization of silver slurry transcends conventional understanding—such feats are only achievable within the confines of the Ice Abyss World!"

As Xia Hong let out a sigh of contemplation, Fan Qinghu had concluded all pertinent arrangements regarding the trial. He then shifted his focus to addressing the second critical matter:

"Yun Kai shall spearhead the trial contingent. Yun Lan, you fourteen individuals are tasked with collaborating with the Silver Scale Army this time. We shall advance southward together, into the Blood Miasma Zone, to confront the Copper Bone Corpse Demons..."

At this juncture, Fan Qinghu cast a sideways glance at Xia Hong, his deep voice resonating as he continued:

"The proliferation of Copper Bone Corpse Demons in the outlying regions is escalating, exhibiting an array of peculiar tactics and a steadily increasing level of power. It is imperative that Lord Landgrave issues decrees following the New Year, mandating the continued deployment of greater numbers of Xianyang Level troops from each county and city!"