Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2618: 1442: Deployment and Departure
Previously on Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong...
Standing at the fortress gates, Leo Ray’s expression grew increasingly grim as he looked upon the pale, trembling face of the messenger and heard his desperate plea.
The reality of the situation was now undeniable. Sina’s party had clearly been blindsided by an ambush during their return journey, resulting in a total rout. There was no doubt as to who pulled the strings—it was the lich.
"The lich wouldn't have the audacity to act so brazenly within the borders of the Desert Alliance on their own. It appears the internal traitors of the Desert Alliance have finally shown their hand, conspiring with external enemies."
"The most alarming part is that Sina wouldn't have been defeated so thoroughly unless other high-level powerhouses from the Desert Alliance were involved, beyond just the missing vice leader."
Leo Ray reached out to support the shivering masked man, noticing lingering traces of petrification upon his body that had yet to fade.
This confirmed Leo Ray’s underlying fears: the treacherous currents within the Desert Alliance extended far beyond the faction of the vice leader.
The most dangerous threat originated from the Medusa tribe itself—Sina’s own kin. The petrification marks visible on the man were the smoking gun.
“Let us move inside to discuss this further.”
Leo Ray signaled Cassie to assist the man, then ordered Han Ershu to bar the gates before they retreated into the heart of the city.
Shortly after, Leo Ray secured a private room within the fortress for the messenger. Despite his exhaustion, the masked man struggled to remain conscious as he detailed the brutal assault on Sina and her retinue.
“So, in addition to that werewolf vice leader, a significant number of Medusas were involved. Their leader is the Desert Leader’s own sister, which explains their reckless confidence.”
Leo Ray’s brow furrowed deeply as he processed the information, nodding in solemn thought.
Nearby, Han Ershu, Shuert, and Cassie exchanged looks of visible alarm, their shock plain to see.
“Your Majesty of the Humans, I beg you to rescue the leader. If there is any more delay, her life will surely be forfeit!”
Tears tracked down the messenger’s pale cheeks as he implored, “Furthermore, the command of the Desert Alliance’s Great Army has likely fallen into their grasp already. They are preparing to march on this location!”
“What?!”
At those words, Han Ershu and the others nearly bolted from their seats, cold sweat breaking out on their brows.
The military might of the Desert Alliance was a match for the Rainforest Fortress Alliance, boasting at least 30 elite Tier 4 legions as their primary strike force. Even excluding the units stationed for border defense, their Tier 3 legions numbered in the millions.
By comparison, after enduring a series of grueling conflicts, Leo Ray’s side possessed no more than 10 Tier 4 legions. Even including the 10 Dark Elf armies under their influence, the total barely reached 20, and these were spread thin across various frontier outposts.
Currently, only the 10 Tier 4 Dark Elf legions positioned near Yingming Valley remained at full strength under Leo Ray’s command. When it came to Tier 5 powerhouses and Tier 6 experts, the enemy’s numbers far eclipsed their own.
If a full-scale invasion were launched now, the consequences would be ruinous, regardless of the superior equipment of Leo Ray’s generals. Once the absolute defense barrier failed, they would be unable to hold the line for long.
The air in the room became thick with an oppressive, suffocating tension. Even the normally stoic Shuert could not hide the tremor of shock on his aged, wooden features.
If the lich had already compromised the Desert Alliance, it stood to reason that the Rainforest Fortress Alliance might be facing a similar fate. Only by destabilizing both could the lich truly evade destruction. If not, Leo Ray would still hold the upper hand.
This implied that the combined forces of both alliances might soon be at their gates. Surviving an encounter with one such army was a long shot; facing two simultaneously was a death sentence.
Standing beside Shuert, Leo Ray was acutely aware of this grim reality, his forehead creased with worry.
However, Leo Ray knew that despite the looming twin crises, he had to first untangle the mess within the Desert Alliance. If he failed to resolve the immediate issue, the complications would only multiply.
“Your Excellency, are you implying that the Desert Leader is still among the living?”
Leo Ray focused on the most critical detail and asked immediately.
“Indeed, Your Majesty. You may not be aware, but the coronation of a Medusa is a singular event. It requires the presence of Tier 6 Five Stars Medusa experts to trigger the ancient magic seals of the Holy Land. Only through this can the new queen attain a massive surge in both physical power and magical prowess—a level of growth that no amount of skill scrolls or permanent strength-boosting potions could ever provide.”
Though his voice was fading, the masked man pushed through his weakness to explain: “The leader is the only Tier 6 Five Stars Medusa expert available. Belinda is consumed by greed; she will undoubtedly keep the leader alive until the ritual is finalized.”
“This means we must locate the leader before the coronation concludes, or she will certainly be executed.”
The messenger’s eyes burned with desperation as he added, “This is the only way for the leader to reclaim control over the Desert Alliance’s army and end the threat to Your Majesty!”
“Your Majesty, his logic is sound. The current Desert Leader commands immense loyalty within the alliance. The vice leader and the liches likely only seized the army by spreading lies about her death. That is how they gained the upper hand.”