Capítulo 1939: Chapter 1922: Aud Army Upheaval
All of this was mainly due to Luo’er’s experiences in the West Outer Heaven of the East Continent.
Back then, he was responsible for the propaganda work of the Demon Clan army, rallying the scattered forces of the Abisien army and resisting the attacks from the Dongsheng army, even launching counterattacks later on.
It was this experience that left a lasting impression on Luo’er, making him realize the importance of propaganda in warfare.
Apart from trying to persuade enemies to defect, Luo’er began targeted elimination of Aud officers, based on a list provided by Aud prisoners.
The first tactic introduced was the tongue-pulling policy.
Lipei Headquarters released the Aud officers’ na list, stating that anyone who could capture these Aud officers would receive corresponding rewards, with bounty amounts ranging from thousands to tens of thousands.
This policy imdiately filled Aud officers with dread, as all were worried that their subordinates might bind them for the reward. They also noticed a barely concealed greed in their subordinates’ eyes.
Surprisingly, Oklo Laf, part of the Western Legion, did not appear on the list. The highest bounty was for Brolan, valued at two hundred thousand.
This might be to save so dignity for Oklo Laf, as he belonged to the moderate faction in the Western Legion, and it wasn’t worth offending him; those who could be united should definitely be allied with.
Three days after the policy’s introduction, more than ten Aud officers were either bound by their subordinates or stealthily kidnapped by Aud rcenaries under cover of night, all ending up in the prisoner camps.
Overall, the policy from Lipei Headquarters turned the defense line between the Aud army and the Lipei defense army into a hunting ground, with all hoping to get rich quietly lurking, ready to strike.
However, what disappointed Luo’er was that most of these Aud officers were not significant targets and did not greatly impact the battle.
Consequently, Lipei Headquarters issued the decapitation policy.
They publicly stated that anyone providing accurate locations for these officers, guiding Lipei artillery strikes, would still receive the sa bounty once confirmation of elimination was secured.
The announcent sent Aud rcenaries and soldiers into a frenzy, as capturing individuals was indeed troubleso, but providing a target location for artillery strikes was much simpler.
Moreover, Aud troops could secretly inform Lipei artillery of target positions without leaking any information.
Lipei Headquarters’ policy clearly stated that as long as the target was cleared, even if the informant was an enemy, they would still be remunerated by Lipei.
On the first day of the policy’s implentation, Lipei artillery received hundreds of coordinates and began a barrage of shelling on these targets. Brolan was so scared he fled back several kiloters on the reverse slope, avoiding betrayal from his own side.
Without Brolan holding the front line, the Aud army imdiately entered a state of disarray. Large numbers of Aud soldiers surrendered, with so even following the officers listed, surrendering to seek a way out.
In less than five days, over fifty thousand Aud soldiers and officers surrendered, almost causing the collapse of the Aud frontline.
Brolan issued orders to attack several tis, but no one heeded him. The frontline Aud soldiers knew that attacking would surely lead to a fierce strike—totally not worth it.
With more Aud prisoners being deployed to the periter defenses, the number of soldiers on the defense line began to swell, gradually evening out the differences between both sides.
By this point, Oklo Laf clearly realized the battle could not be won, as the Western Legion had beco fractured beyond repair.
Helplessly, he had no choice but to announce a retreat.
Brolan didn’t object in the slightest, as he had hidden away in the rear and had no right to criticize Oklo Laf’s decision to retreat.
With the Aud army withdrawing entirely, their forces dwindled from initially over a hundred thousand to just about a hundred thousand.
Mass defection left only a few casualties in battle—outcos unbearable not only to Brolan but also to Oklo Laf, despite his non-confrontational stance with Lipei.
Even though they summarized post-war, concluding that internal unity must be strengthened in the Aud army and offensives must be swift and fierce, since Lipei troops were few and feared being overwheld.
But under commanders like Oklo Laf, expecting speed was hopeless, hence the widespread complaints within the Aud army, blaming Oklo Laf’s hesitance for severe frontline losses.
In anger, Brolan wrote to King Gudelv, denouncing Oklo Laf.
The letter was transmitted via a magical ssenger, thus quickly reaching Gudelv.
The result was inevitable—Gudelv was furious, promptly relieving Oklo Laf of his grand legion commander position, replacing him with Brolan. Brolan was ordered to bind Oklo Laf and escort him back to the capital for trial.
But Oklo Laf was no fool, having anticipated his possible fate, so before Brolan could deliver the royal decree at his camp, he surrendered with his trusted officers to Lipei.
Over ten thousand elite Aud troops renounced, dismantling armor and surrendering to Lipei’s defensive forces. Brolan was in a fit of rage upon hearing this.
Oklo Laf received personal hospitality from Luo’er; he wasn’t thrown into a prisoner camp, but invited as a guest to a reception hotel.
Oklo Laf and his trusted officers were warmly received by Lipei. The ten thousand elite Aud soldiers were also properly arranged, with new prisoner camps established just for them by Luo’er.
During the reception banquet, Luo’er, as the host, toasted each Aud officer, expressing gratitude for their correct choice of switching sides.
When eting Oklo Laf, Oklo Laf seed quite moved, standing up voluntarily.
“I didn’t expect the highest commander of Lipei’s defense forces to be so young, possessing such strategy at such a young age; I truly admire you.”
“You flatter , Legion Commander. I’m a Half-elf, appearing young, but I’m actually about the sa age as you,” Luo’er smiled faintly.
“Is that so.”
Oklo Laf feigned surprise, though as an Aud noble, he certainly knew Half-elves’ traits, but pretended ignorance.
“Allow to introduce, this is my Chief Cheng Ziang. You might be familiar with him.” Luo’er called as Cheng Ziang stood by.
“Mr. Cheng, long ti no see,” Oklo Laf held up his glass.
“No need for formality; I’m quite pleased Legion Commander made the right choice in defecting,” Cheng Ziang said lightly.
“I have a question—should I ask it or not?” Oklo Laf stared at Cheng Ziang, unable to resist.
“Ask away.” Cheng Ziang nodded slightly.
“I find you quite familiar, is it…”
Oklo Laf squinted, hesitantly voicing his observation.
“Haha…”
Cheng Ziang laughed, maintaining a calm tone and said unhurriedly, “Although my surna is Cheng, I’m fully Aud; my father’s na is Yalunte Brunchis…”
“Yalunte!!”
Upon hearing this na, Oklo Laf’s expression changed instantly, ears pricking up.
“As for my mother…” Cheng Ziang stared at him, emphasizing each word, “She’s nad Lin Fiollant.”
“You’re Princess Lin’s son!”
Oklo Laf nearly shouted in disbelief.
“So, we’re practically related.”
Cheng Ziang displayed a smile of triumph.
“This…”
“It’s been a while, Aoker; I didn’t expect to et you here,”
At that mont, Oklo Laf heard an unfamiliar voice behind him. Turning around, he was surprised to see the newcor, eyes widening.
“Yalunte, Chief of Security, it’s really you; I didn’t expect you’d co to Lipei,” Oklo Laf pointed at the newcor, shocked.
“I wonder how His Majesty’s doing; if poorly, I’d be delighted,” Yalunte spoke with a smile, a sinister gleam in his eyes.
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