Standing at the base of the wall, Vexis motioned toward the ground once more. Orion nodded. He had previously encountered another of Arthas's subordinates, the skeleton general Rumbold.
Like Rumbold, Vexis was absolutely loyal to Arthas. At the sa ti, they both harbored a subtle sense of pride in their hearts.
Orion nodded. Just thinking about five hundred thousand skeletal warriors slumbering beneath the city walls gave him an imdiate sense of security.
"Lord Orion, this is a war zone, so there aren't many unnecessary buildings in Cryptopolis. Besides, we undead don't need any food. As for your own rations, you'll have to handle that yourselves."
"We've co prepared. No need to worry."
Seeing that Orion was ready, Vexis nodded, her impression of him improving slightly. At least it showed he hadn't co to Valkorath Realm to loaf around—he was here to fight.
"To our north, a little over 100 miles away, lies the front line of battle.
"My master is stationed there, holding off the brood mother lurking within the sli molds' Nest—she's a peak Arch Lord."
"Combat can erupt at any mont, and no defense line is perfect. There will always be so who slip past the front and spill into the rear."
"Lord Orion, that's when we need to hold Cryptopolis at all costs."
"Cryptopolis is not just a fortress; it's also a critical supply hub."
Orion kept nodding, listening attentively. Sli molds' Nest, the brood mother, peak Arch Lord, supply hub—all these keywords fleshed out his ntal map of Valkorath Realm.
"But rest assured, any Arch Lord or beings of Legendary level and above won't be allowed anywhere near the back lines. My master won't let that happen."
"What we must guard against are those under Alpha level."
Orion said nothing, rely walking along the city walls with Lich Vexis. They made their way from the southern wall to the northern wall.
"Our enemies mainly co from the northern region. The sli molds' brood lies hidden to the north.
Behind us are my master's friends—great beings in their own right."
Having delivered her explanations, Vexis fell silent, gazing into the northern distance. Then Orion spoke, his tone sowhat enigmatic.
"Let's head to the front lines and take a look."
"Huh…the front lines?"
Before Vexis could comprehend his intention, Orion had already transford into lightning and streaked rapidly toward the north.
Snapping out of her thoughts, Vexis watched the receding bolt of lightning and frowned slightly.
"Is this giant reckless or just foolish?"
"Or is he in a hurry to get himself killed?"
That was precisely what crossed Lich Vexis's mind. Yet, recalling the task Arthas had given her, she had no choice but to channel the transcendence within her and chase after Orion.
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Titanion Realm, Northern Region, Mist Bay.
While Orion descended upon Valkorath Realm and headed to the front, Lilith arrived at Mist Bay.
"Mistress!"
Upon seeing Lilith, the chill on Lysinthia's face faded sowhat, revealing genuine happiness.
"Orion asked
to co assist you in subduing the plague crows here."
Lilith smiled seductively, took Lysinthia's small hand as though they were sisters, and led her toward the bay city under construction.
"This place will be yours from now on. Make sure you take good care of it!"
Sothing about Lilith's words seed puzzling, causing Lysinthia to tilt her head and give Lilith a quizzical look.
Lilith reached out, brushing aside a few strands of hair from Lysinthia's forehead. With a smile, she said, "Orion told
that from now on, this place will be called Lysinthia City."
Hearing that, Lysinthia's hand trembled. Her eyes suddenly shone with boundless gratitude.
"So don't let Orion's thoughtful gesture go to waste."
"Mm!"
Lysinthia composed herself and walked arm in arm with Lilith toward what would beco Lysinthia City.
"So this place will be called Lysinthia City. My territory?"
A quiet fascination—and joy—stirred in Lysinthia's heart.
Lysinthia City's outer walls were already being laid out. From a raised vantage point, Rendall directed troops and expendable forces from the Black Forest and Thunderwood Forest, all busily constructing the city's foundation.
Seeing Lilith, Rendall paused his supervision and ca over to greet her. Lilith greeted him warmly in return, knowing full well the crucial and special standing Rendall held for Orion and the rest of the giants.
"Lady Lilith, you're finally here!"
"Those damn crows are driving us all insane."
"As soon as the lord left, the place started reeking everywhere, full of plague."
"If we hadn't brought loads of detox potions back from the south, we wouldn't have made any progress building the city at all."
For Rendall and others who can't fly, the plague crows were truly exasperating. Foul droppings everywhere would test anyone's patience.
"Don't worry, Arch Elder. I've brought Thunderhawk Rayden with
this ti. Give
so ti, and I'll bring those plague crows into our horde."
"That's great. Now we can finally live up to the progress schedule we promised the lord."
Lilith grinned. She quickly scanned those working on the walls, searching for soone she wanted to see.
"Arch Elder—where is Clawpincher?"
At the ntion of Clawpincher, Rendall broke into a broad smile. Recently, every ti Clawpincher returned, he'd bring Rendall so fresh seafood from the bay.
"Him? Once Twilight Viper arrived with that group of swamp crocodiles, he led them out to sweep through Mist Bay."
"If you want to see them, you'll have to wait until evening!"
He sounded pleased, quite content with how Stoneheart Horde had grown beyond his wildest dreams.
Just as Rendall was about to fill Lilith in on the city's situation, Lysinthia suddenly looked at Lilith with a puzzled expression. She pointed a small finger toward Lilith's belly.
"Mistress, what's…that?"
She never got to finish the question because Rendall's gaze followed Lysinthia's pointing finger to Lilith's stomach. Even Lilith herself seed startled, glancing down at her midsection.
"I can sense it—it's Orion's bloodline!"
The mont Lysinthia said that, both Lilith and Rendall froze in place, speechless.
Oh heavens! I really am pregnant?
That was Lilith's first thought, and it was a huge surprise.
"Lysinthia, are you absolutely sure?"
Lilith's voice quavered, urgent and full of anticipation.
"Yes, it's definitely Orion's bloodline. You're pregnant!"
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