Chapter 692 - War Against Fate (I)
Boom!
Rhode pushed the doors to the meeting hall open and gazed at everyone who had gathered around the round hall. Not only were his subordinates present, but even the representatives of the Church, Elves, and Merchants were also here. Everyone gazed worriedly at the young overlord because they didn’t know why he had gathered everyone in the middle of the night. Canary, Mini Bubble Gum, Gillian, and Orchid Heart looked on with calm expressions. As Rhode’s summoning spirits and subordinates, they had already received this news from him earlier on.
Rhode sensed the doubt and curiosity in everyone. He walked to the center in large strides and looked at everyone sternly.
“I know everyone must be feeling strange as to why I’ve gathered you here. Time is pressing. I will cut the nonsense and get straight to the point.”
Rhode paused and gave them some time to mentally prepare themselves.
“I’ve received news that the Undead Army has crossed the border and is heading toward our Fortress under the Dark Dragon’s protection. There are about 50,000 of them in total.”
“———!”
Everyone was rooted in their place. They gazed at one another blankly as they were confused and disoriented by this overwhelming news. After a few moments, they broke out into panic discussions and even Lize and Marlene were pale in complexion. The two young ladies had discussed with Rhode regarding the chances of the Country of Darkness dispatching their army. But back then, they believed that the Country of Darkness wouldn’t take actions so quickly. And now, the truth had given them a tight slap and left them speechless.
“Quiet. I hope everyone can keep quiet.”
Corina didn’t respond immediately. She represented the Country of Law and the Church, and she wasn’t a citizen of the Munn Kingdom. If she retaliated against the Undead Army and was found out, it might implicate the Country of Law. Therefore, it wasn’t easy for Corina to come up with an answer. She might even need to discuss further with the Country of Law before she could make a decision. But Rhode quickly turned around before receiving her reply as time was pressing and he couldn’t wait. Anyway, Corina was in his territory now and he had a lot of ways to make her join this battle ‘willingly’.
Rhode ordered with a solemn expression.
“Let’s move out.”
The pitch-black curtain drew in and shrouded everything.
Rhode stood on the tall city wall and gazed into the distance. Even though everything had been covered in darkness and snowstorm, it wasn’t what it seemed to be in his eyes. In fact, the reason why he received news of the Country of Darkness’ invasion was credited to the system. As soon as the Country of Darkness’ army stepped into his territory, he instantly received a system prompt, which gave him time to respond.
The Fortress was as though a sleeping giant that had awakened and flew into operation. As Rhode had trained the soldiers specially for such events, they didn’t appear to be flustered at all. They had gotten ready in an orderly fashion and stood on the city wall, gazing sternly into the distance. The archers on the towers were also ready with their bow and arrows, aiming at the dark border.
“Hu… Ha… Hu…”
Standing at the peak of the city wall, Rhode breathed deeply. He felt his body trembling subconsciously, where even his right hand was trembling. That was a mix of nervousness, thrill, excitement, and fear, like snow water flowing in his body. He had prepared a long time for this moment. Now that the Undead Army was approaching, could he change the fate he wished to?
This was just the beginning.
Swish… Swish… Swish…
This faint sound echoed in the whizzing snowstorm.
It sounded like waves splashing on the shore.
Rhode lifted his head and gazed into the distance. He wasn’t able to see through the darkness, but he knew what was behind it.
Thousands of skeletons swarmed forward uniformly like computerized robots. They were fearless as they silently harvested every life in their path with the Death Knights, Vampires, and Necromancers following closely behind.
Lightning raid.
Rhode perked up the corners of his mouth and revealed a smile. Raid was to catch an enemy off guard with a surprise attack, which was similar to Rhode’s ‘backstabbing’ tactic. So, would he allow himself to be ambushed by others?
Now’s the chance.
He narrowed his eyes. Shortly after, a dazzling golden radiance emerged before him and a line of system prompt appeared before his eyes.
[Activated Holy Maiden Statue]
Silver-whitish, holy radiance blasted abruptly into the sky.
The crystal Holy Maiden Statue erected in the middle of the plaza blasted a beam of radiance that was as dazzling as the sun. It rushed into the sky and ripped through the clouds. As soon as it reached the highest point, it expanded in all directions to form a divine barrier that shrouded the entire Fortress. Then, the whizzing snowstorm gradually weakened, dark clouds faded, and shadows enveloping the land retreated like the tide which revealed everything that was hidden beneath.
The Undead Army camouflaged in the darkness was instantly exposed by the divine brilliance. Everyone clearly witnessed the burning spiritual flames in their eyes and blades shimmering in ice-cold radiance. The Undead Army slowed down to the abrupt environmental changes and it was apparent that they didn’t expect to be discovered.
Good.
Rhode looked down at the Undead Army with an ice-cold expression. The Undead Army was so close to launching their ambush, but now, the situation had been reversed. Since they had barged into Rhode’s turf, they could forget about turning back now.
Rhode raised his right arm and swung forward with all his might.
“Attack!”