Everyone Is A Lord: My Talent Is A Little Too Strong Chapter 2960 1618: Fortress and Reflections_2

Then, without a moment's hesitation, a unified chorus of voices responded:

"In that case, we shall gladly accept."

Leo Ray offered a slight nod, his gaze sharp and luminous.

By this juncture, his dominion had expanded to encompass the majority of the region, stretching from the Human Domain, through the Third-class forces of the Outer Region, and now reaching into the Second-tier powers.

Subsequently, Leo Ray adhered to the long-established protocols with the Third-class forces, initiating arrangements for trade, technological exchanges, magical exchanges, and various other collaborative endeavors.

These measures would not only foster mutual learning among his subordinates but also serve to deepen the bonds uniting them.

The paramount concern, however, revolved around the critical matter of food supply.

Despite the recent natural calamities that had struck the territories of the Second-tier powers, both the Third-class forces and the Human Domain possessed abundant reserves. Coupled with the advanced agricultural techniques of the Human Domain, recovery was expected to be swift.

Furthermore, Leo Ray instituted further strategic planning and integration concerning the army, resources, and equipment. With the formation of the Alliance, achieving uniformity across multiple domains was essential to maximizing collective strength.

After all, their adversaries on the horizon were formidable, unfathomable giants, and each of the First-class forces, standing at the pinnacle of the Ten Thousand Clans, wielded immense power. The mere glimpse of the tip of the iceberg revealed by Aaron not long ago had already sent shockwaves through everyone.

Leo Ray was acutely aware that only by cultivating a strength that could contend with these colossal entities to the greatest extent possible could he secure the right to stand as their equal.

Among these pressing priorities, the comprehensive upgrade of all his forces was naturally placed at the very top.

In the preceding days, he had successfully completed extensive upgrades for the Broken Wing Kingdom and several other territories, yielding substantial rewards.

The Broken Wing Kingdom, in particular, which assimilated the entirety of a Second-tier power's essence, was exceptionally rich; this was merely one illustration.

Regarding Magic Medicine, the comprehensive upgrade process was sufficient to bolster the current Human Clan's million-strong Tier 4 Army with an additional ten Tier 5 Legions, positioning them at the zenith of Second-tier powers and significantly compensating for the losses incurred by other affiliated forces in the recent brutal conflicts. As for Tier 4 Legions, their numbers could expand by over two hundred.

The most significant outcome was the potential birth of over a thousand new Tier 6 Experts, with many existing elite Tier 6 Experts capable of ascending to higher star levels. Leo Ray himself had progressed to Tier 6 Four Stars. Regrettably, he had yet to discover any Magic Medicine that could further enhance Tier 6 strength.

In terms of equipment, all subordinate Tier 5 Legions were slated to receive brand-new, premium Tier 5 gear. Among these, the top 10 Tier 5 Legions would see every member outfitted with Sixth-order Equipment, transforming them into the vanguard of his primary forces.

The numerous Tier 4 Legions would all be equipped with standard Tier 5 gear, thereby elevating their collective might to an entirely new echelon.

For the equipment of his formidable experts, all Tier 6 Experts would be provisioned with premium Tier 6 gear. Half-step Tier 7 powerhouses would have their entire ranks outfitted with Seventh-stage equipment. However, Leo Ray's current reserves of Seventh-stage gear remained considerably limited, thus requiring a strategic focus on his main force subordinates for the immediate future.

Significant gains were also realized in the realm of Magical Scrolls, with Leo Ray reaping substantial benefits.

Although no Seventh-stage Scrolls were discovered within the entirety of the Second-tier power, a considerable quantity of Tier 6 Scrolls was obtained. Following a highly satisfying round of upgrades, Leo Ray not only fully replenished his previous trump cards but also augmented their numbers considerably, even distributing a certain allocation of Seventh-stage Scrolls to many of his key experts.

Moreover, there were immense acquisitions in Magic Cannons, heavenly treasures, and magic crystals, which propelled Leo Ray's fundamental strength to unprecedented heights.

Notably, Moli succeeded in acquiring a Seventh-stage colossal Magic Cannon from the Winged Race, marking the sole Seventh-stage item procured.

After extensive deliberation, Leo Ray ultimately prioritized quantitative advancement.

Considering the substantial energy threshold required to activate this Magic Cannon, escalating it directly to the Eighth Stage would place it within the realm of a Deity, a level currently beyond his unprovable capabilities and rendering it naught but a decorative piece.

Consequently, regardless of his perspective, utilizing a currently functional asset proved far more practical than retaining an unusable artifact, thereby establishing it as Leo Ray's most potent offensive capability at present.

During the latter portion of the meeting, Leo Ray also conducted a review of the recent fierce battle, gleaning valuable new intelligence.

Initially, the first contingent of Dark Elf Hunters was engaged by the Young Frost Fire Giant King. However, the exorbitant hiring fee led them to abandon the contract after its unsuccessful conclusion.

This created a significant problem: the employer for the second group of Dark Elf Hunters, under the command of the Broken Ear Leader, was not the king, and their identity remains a mystery to this day.

Leo Ray had questioned all the clan leaders thoroughly, but each provided a negative response.

"Following the downfall of the Broken Wing Royal Capital, the Broken Ear Leader and the other Dark Elf Hunters parted ways with me and departed this realm entirely. Considering the impressive scale and formidable lineup displayed during the Dark Elf Hunters' second appearance, it was certainly not within the means of an ordinary Second-tier power to afford, especially with the Broken Wing King's ongoing suppression and asset seizure."

"So, who could possibly be the mysterious employer for the Broken Ear Leader and their associates? It couldn't possibly be the Broken Wing King himself, could it?"

Leo Ray contemplated this for a considerable time but could not ascertain the identity of this clandestine employer.

Logically, this enigmatic benefactor is likely affiliated with a First-class force.

However, the only individual he had dealings with from such a faction was Aaron, who had already made a personal appearance. Clearly, Aaron would not engage in redundant actions, leaving Leo Ray to wonder who else this mysterious employer could be.

Secondly, the investigation confirmed that the array of Floating Magic Arrays situated on the Sky Island, the location of the Throne Corridor Headquarters, had indeed been utterly annihilated and rendered incapable of further ascent, a development that was not entirely unexpected.

Lastly, Leo Ray designated new leaders for the Broken Wing Clan and their subsidiary forces. Having completely capitulated to him, these entities were now naturally bound to serve him.

The meeting finally concluded as the night deepened.

After everyone had dispersed, Leo Ray surveyed the deserted Command Hall, his brow furrowed slightly.

Despite now commanding the entirety of the Second-tier power, alongside the previously subjugated Third-class forces and the Human Domain, he still lacked the confidence to contend with the formidable First-class forces.

After all, the resources of Second-tier powers are inherently limited, possessing only a modest quantity of Tier 6 class equipment and Magic Scrolls. Furthermore, they were deficient in the advanced knowledge required for crafting beyond Tier 6, as well as the sophisticated techniques of magic craftsmanship and alchemy.

This implies that procuring pristine, unenhanced Tier 6 items remains an exceptionally arduous undertaking.

Even with his personal enhancements, the acquisition of numerous blueprints for Tier 6 gear and Magical Potion Formulas was only the first step; the subsequent crafting and alchemical processes demanded significant investments of time.

Moreover, the proficiency of his elite blacksmiths and alchemists was still quite rudimentary, making it challenging to achieve substantial results in a compressed timeframe.

However, the overarching predicament remained: faced with the impending Great Catastrophe and the fierce competition among regional Lords, the window of opportunity available to him was distressingly narrow.

In essence, he urgently needed to devise a method for obtaining a substantial volume of Tier 6 items, with a particular emphasis on Magical Medicines that could bolster Tier 6 strength, thereby enabling him to cultivate Demigod subordinates.

To date, he had no Demigods under his command. In contrast, within those First-class forces, Demigods are considered the baseline standard. Although their exact numbers are not precisely known, according to information provided by Moli, her Forest Elf group alone boasts dozens of Demigods.

And this figure is merely an estimation, as even she cannot fully ascertain the true depth of her homeland's formidable reserves.

"In conclusion, the chasm between our current standing and that of the First-class forces remains vast. Achieving a competitive level through rapid advancement in such a limited period appears to be an insurmountable challenge."

Leo Ray's frown deepened as he meticulously considered potential pathways forward.

At this precise moment, the sound of hurried footsteps abruptly shattered his train of thought.