Chapter 34 - 26 Breakthrough
The hall was as silent as death.
A moment later, Commander Lothar of the Conquest Legion shouted,
"King! We don’t have enough people!"
"The Investigation Legion has confirmed that an upheaval has occurred in the Withered Land. After next Fire Day, the dark tide will arrive!"
"We will suffer heavy losses!"
Commander Cross of the City Defense Legion also yelled, "The pressure on the southwest line is immense. After the last special operation, we have disturbed the ancient evils of the Despair Swamp and the Horror Dream Forest. The balance of the Dead Land has been broken, and Iron Armor Fortress is about to fall!"
The King said calmly, "Let the Fire Guardians and Fire Priests at the Sacrificial Altar provide support."
"Uh..."
Cross’s voice suddenly softened,
"They are indeed strong. If Iron Armor Fortress could have their help, it would indeed share a lot of the pressure, but..."
Archbishop Horus’s voice suddenly rose, "Impossible! Absolutely not! They are the most powerful force in the Royal District, and their duty is to guard the Holy Fire..."