Lord Harland

Chapter 17 Investigating the enemy's situation
It is difficult to tell whether the news is true or false. In order to stabilize people's hearts, the squadron leader Diarra summoned the main officers of Harden Castle.

After Richard, Owen and other officers arrived at the scene, Diarra said very directly: "I just received the news that the passage between Harden Castle and Platos Fortress has been cut off. The retreating wounded soldiers have been massacred by orcs. Only three people escaped back. I sent scouts in the morning, but they haven’t come back yet, probably killed by orcs on the way.

In recent days, the battle in the direction of Platos may have undergone great changes. "

Diarra did not choose to conceal, and told the information she received. At this critical moment, concealing is not necessarily a good thing, nor is it useful.

"Squadron leader, if there is a change in the front line, we should have made plans early. The location of Harden Castle is very important. We may not be able to withstand the orcs' attack if we are stationed alone."

Hearing that the wounded soldiers were massacred, Owen was very surprised. His face was pale at first, and then angry.His eyeballs were bloodshot, as if he was about to leave the city at any moment to fight the orcs.

The Sixth Squadron had just made a contribution and hadn't rested for a few days. It didn't expect that the battle would turn out to be unsatisfactory, and it was likely to fall into danger again.

"I have sent a messenger to pass the news to Flame Castle, requesting reinforcements from the Legion."

"Since the orcs have blocked the mountain road, they may intercept and kill the messenger."

"Then continue to send people to find out the news and pass it on. Even if you can't figure out the enemy's intelligence, how can you fight this battle?"

The person who spoke was a squadron leader of the city defense army. His name was Damiko. He used to be the deputy squadron leader of the Wild Lion Legion. He joined the city defense army after retiring from the main army.

"It's easy to say, the main force is in Platos Castle, and we don't have many cavalry in our hands. How can we break through the orc blockade?"

Richard thought for a moment and said: "Our squadron has some iron horned horses. I will lead the team to the Platos Mountains to carry out reconnaissance missions. Baron Harden also left behind a cavalry squad, which can go to the Fortress of Flames for help."

"Our responsibility is to protect Master Ram and Mrs. Rowling."

Mrs. Rowling is the fourth wife of Baron Harden. She has royal blood and is a distant branch of the Grant royal family.

This lady is not yet 30 years old, still very young compared to Baron Harden.

Their son Ram is only six years old. If he grows up to become a professional, he should be the sixth heir to Baron Harden.

It is rumored that the baron likes Master Ram very much, and it is very likely that he will divide the territory and set aside a territory for him to inherit.

Baron Harden has two baronies, one in the south and one in the north.The Southern Territory is not only rich but also does not need to face war.In addition, he has also accumulated profound meritorious service, and I am afraid that he will be awarded a barony after the war is over.

Baron Harden has publicly stated several times that he will distribute the territory to different sons.

The words have been spoken, and Baron Harden is already old, it is estimated that he will not choose to be promoted to the title.

Although it hasn't been long since he entered the Baron's Castle, Richard has already heard some rumors.

Seeing that Baron Harden's remaining officers were unwilling to obey orders, Diarra did not force him, but calmly persuaded him: "The Baron is fighting on the front line, and the only member of the Harden family staying in the castle is Master Ram.

According to the kingdom's noble decree, nobles cannot abandon their territories, otherwise they will give up their right to inherit the territories.

Although Master Ram is not an adult, he is still a respectable nobleman, and it is impossible for him to leave the castle.Now that we are stationed in the castle, the safety of Master Ram and Mrs. Rowling is fully guaranteed. "

"The military order given to us by the baron is to protect the young master and his wife. We will not obey the orders of other people."

Diarra's lips were worn out, but he still didn't convince the cavalry under Baron Harden's command.In the end, everyone can only break up unhappy.

Taking advantage of no one, Li Cha quietly said to Diarra: "The task of opening the passage should continue. Our three brothers are riding iron horned horses and are responsible for scouting the enemy. The main force should also be careful in the castle. When things are irreversible When it’s time to be decisive, you must be decisive. Don’t be unable to leave for half a day when it’s time to retreat.”

"Don't worry, I have experienced three orc invasion wars. I have rich experience and know how to survive the war.

On the contrary, you three brothers are still very young, so don't be careless when you go out to investigate the enemy's situation this time.You are riding Warcraft horses, faster than most orc scouts, be careful in your actions, and don't be greedy for credit. "

The acquaintance time is not long, and the two sides already have a deep comrade-in-arms.In a state of war, the relationship between people can easily enter their hearts.

Especially comrades in the same squadron.Eat the same pot of food, sleep in the same bed, and face the same enemy with swords, guns and arrows.

Even if the time of acquaintance is very short, after a brutal battle, they can often become very close comrades-in-arms and life-threatening friendship.

Richard bid farewell to Diarra, led Hayden and Ron on iron horned horses, left the baron's castle, and headed towards the Plastor Mountains.

Night fell slowly.

The three Richard brothers are also very unfamiliar with the terrain of the Platos Mountains.

Serving as scouts requires people who are familiar with the terrain, and most of these people are in the city defense army.

It's a pity that they are not cavalry. Facing the blockade of orc scouts, it is impossible for these soldiers with poor combat effectiveness to break through the blockade, open the passage, and scout the enemy.

The night sky was pitch black, and the moon faintly peeked out from the clouds, emitting a pale light.

It's already April, and it's early summer, and the forest is no longer peaceful.

The three of Li Cha walked along the foot of the mountain, with a few pairs of eyes carefully observing the movement of the mountain pass under the cover of tree trunks and leaves.

"Is there an orc camped at the entrance of the canyon?"

Ron nimbly jumped down from the canopy of the tree. After a period of recuperation, the military chaplain used healing techniques to heal him twice, and his injuries have fully recovered.

Ron was good at climbing, and fell soundlessly from trees.Although he has no talent beyond ordinary people, he has learned scouting skills from his second uncle Powell for a long time, and he is a qualified scout.

"Can you determine the number of enemies?"

"I counted them just now, and there is a squadron of kobolds stationed there. There are two kobold warriors among them, and the remaining more than 100 kobolds are ordinary soldiers."

"Continue to observe and see if there are other high-level arms in the camp?"

Orcs are not good at using enchanted weapons, but they have a wide variety and a variety of high-level troops.It also has great power, and the three brothers Li Cha will lose their lives if they are a little careless.

Ron observed the orc camp for two hours, and said in a low voice: "There is no other discovery, there should be no other arms."

(End of this chapter)