
A strong pressure appeared in the seconds of the setting sun. The black-robed man could only order the soldiers to retreat and return to the fortress.
Although he was still annoyed by Wallace Krom's unceasing attitude of ridiculing him. He could only endure it mainly because he felt such intense pressure from someone in the fortress.
Wallace Krom smiled in satisfaction as he looked at the retreat of the enemy. However, as he turned around and left the battle area. The smile on his face instantly disappeared and was replaced with worry.
“Ugh ... That guy is dangerous. He had high fighting ability and had high cultivation as well. Besides, who put out such a strong pressure earlier?” ask when he steps back.
On the other hand, Gregor Leon did not have a good expression since the beginning of the battle. He had lost all respect for Wallace Krom even though the battle ended in a small victory.
From a distance, he observed Wallace Krom as he muttered, “This man is too stupid! He revealed his abilities and made the enemy have more information. Now things are going to get harder!”
Some of the people beside him heard those words. However, they did not show any reaction and they just kept quiet.
“Community of Wallace Krom is quite high. He was also able to control his Qi well. The difference in cultivation level had saved his life, but his condition would not be good. Facing four Cultivators at once is not easy,” murmured again.
Gregor Leon pulled his troops back to return to his camp. After that, he rushed to meet Veus. He felt that everything was out of control and the appearance of Cultivators with black Qi showed the interference of the Demon Cultivators which was very bad.
The existence of Demon Cultivators was not a secret, but their movements would usually not be too open. However, the current situation had changed his view of that perception. So, Gregor Leon sensed a higher threat.
“God has joined and they can fight. But, using them at the moment is not a good choice. The enemy has not yet expended all of his strength and only showed a portion of it. I have to hold back,” said Gregor Leon who worries about the conditions of the battle for tomorrow.
In a different place, inside the tent to be exact. Veus and Larsson sat face to face and their faces looked so serious that they affected the atmosphere inside the tent.
“They work together with the Demon Cultivators. This is not a good sign, Veus. I don't know if these people are just ordinary Cultivators or from a group, but their existence could be a serious threat.”.
Veus nodded in understanding. “Master, they are indeed Demon Cultivators. However, their ability is not as scary as that to make us afraid. They will not be a big threat except for one who is on the enemy side. I think Master has felt it.”
Larsson smiled gently and seemed to be hiding something. “Yes, that figure is much more dangerous than them. However, being careful in acting is one condition to reduce losses and minimize them!”
“Then, what should we do now? Attack them or stay afloat?’ ask Veus. He had already thought of a certain plan, but he didn't want to do it this early.
“No, it's not us who will attack. However, the gods were cooperating with the kingdom. They've been resting long enough, haven't they? We need to use them at this time!” larsson exclaimed with an eye that made my hair stand on end.
Veus recalled the existence of the Lords who were currently resting and waiting for orders. At the same time he also recalled their usage plans.
“But, Mr. Larsson. We cannot use them without His Majesty's consent. They are our hidden weapons that we will only use at dangerous times or to become frontline troops!” reply Veus firmly.
Larsson knew that using gods could be fatal because they were double-edged knives. He was not entirely sure if they would cooperate with him. However, Larsson thought a little differently from Veus and felt that using them for tomorrow's war would be much more effective.
“Veus! Who're they? Are they our royal forces or independent groups? Which do you think is more important, plans for some time to come or tomorrow? Look at the enemy and the current state of allies,” Larsson said without elaborating.
However, with the end of the war. Larsson would not remain silent as she felt she was being observed and studied by the other party. The feeling of being learned is not fun.
Veus was silent when he heard it and he did not know what to respond to it. Larsson's words were true, God is not a royal power they are only affiliated or cooperating with. So, the best way to use them is to get them to fight in dangerous and unfavorable situations.
“True ... I can take advantage of all of them and give Draynir the command of the combined forces of the Lords! He gathered a few Lords when he met us and they have quite a calculated strength. We will send them tomorrow,” Veus said firmly and it seems his decision cannot be sued.
Larsson observed Veus' stiff and serious expression. Then he spoke to her words earlier. “Yes, give her orders to meet us tonight. I'm sure, the two of them will come here and discuss the battle tomorrow. We'll let Draynir take part in the meeting.”
Veus nodded in understanding of the proposal. By giving the stage to Draynir, it can be said that they have fulfilled one of his requests.
After that, when the night got darker the meeting was held again in the tent of the headquarters of the Kingdom of Salauster.
**
Voran and his troops were already approaching the border area after two days of exhausting travel. They set up camp in a large area.
As the soldiers rested, Voran trained with Valaunter. Although they were enemies before, Voran did not hesitate to ask Valaunter to train him.
Voran grasped the sword in his hand tightly and swung it diagonally several times. A gentle stream of Qi flowed out at each of his swings. The air split apart as waves of Qi came out from his movements.
His agile footsteps regularly formed a triangular pattern on the ground. The speed of his footwork increased along with his sword swing which grew increasingly intense and wild. Voran felt his body getting lighter every time he released Qi.
His Qi Pool was turbulent as he practiced using Qi and small ripples appeared within the Qi Pool.
Valaunter noticed every move Voran made. He sat down cross-legged with eyes that stared intently at Voran. “His footsteps are solid despite being less flexible, the movements are still complicated and not simple, his Qi is also rough. The foundation is pretty bad. If he only relied on King’s Power alone, defeat was waiting for him!”
Valaunter examined Voran's every move in silence and he sensed there were many gaps in Voran's every move. His way of using the sword was still too rough and it seemed that Voran did not have a deep understanding of the weapons he used.
“Huft ... Huf ... Huf ... “ Voran set his breathing that began to irregular after practicing war for a full hour.
After that, he approached the Valaunter. “Is there something wrong in the way I practice, Valaunter?”
The question was thrown out of Voran's mouth when he saw Valaunter's gaze displaying doubt.
“Not a mistake in the way you practice, but less effectiveness. There are still many things you need to learn and do not rely too much on King’s Power. Use your own pure abilities. I'll show you some of my moves,” Valaunter said.
Without lingering, the Valaunter immediately showed his movements. After a while showed his sword skills. As he completed his final move, a powerful air wave combed in all directions leaving the leaves flying. After that the Valaunter returns to the side of Voran.
“There is no wrong exercise in this world, Sir. There is only incompatibility. Practicing it is similar to sharpening a sword, the more often it is sharpened the sharper it will be. Similarly with an exercise,” Valaunter said.