Chapter Seventy: The Great Army Assembles, The Protagonist Only Leads the Way

  The thieves' reinforcements, who were blown to smithereens by the ubiquitous booby traps set up by Akatsuki, soon gave up their pursuit. Although they had tools that could detect magical traps, there was no magic circle on the fake Akatsuki's landmines, and the trigger was a pull-string type rather than a magical trigger, so nothing could be detected at all.

  Under the heavy casualties, the enemy soon stopped pursuing. They were just greedy, cruel and timid robbers, not soldiers in the army, with no discipline at all. They could take risks for money, kill people and set fires for treasure, but would never face death threats without any benefit.

  So Alisha and others' escape action went very smoothly.

  Most of the broadsword landmines didn't even get used, but fortunately these large fireworks can automatically recover to the redeemer's designated location or space item, avoiding harm to innocent people.

  Although the thieves' gang was temporarily scared away and safety was obtained, the top priority now is to send this group of swallows to Carling Town, as it's too dangerous here.

  After a brief rest, Eriol decided to travel overnight. Although exhausted, the girls, who had already become startled birds, naturally did not want to stay here any longer and expressed their agreement.

  At dawn, the fugitive group finally arrived in Kalenga. The town's guard was shocked after asking questions and quickly reported it to his superiors. The startled mayor immediately arranged for them to have a place to stay and food. As for inquiring about the news of that bandit gang, let's wait until tomorrow when the girls have rested overnight.

  Weier Sa? How could he possibly arrange for them to be together with girls?

  I am the dividing line of staying up late affecting beauty.

  Alicia was awakened by the mercury lamp.

  "What a big Barbie doll." The dazed little loli sat up and hugged the president, who was almost thrown off, and rubbed her face against his, saying "I still like Gothic style, I like it."

  A few minutes later.

  "......Alright, how's the tracking result? Do you know where their nest is?" Elisia asked while tidying up the feathers in her hair in front of the dresser.

  "They've all moved out." said the quicksilver lamp on the windowsill, "All the kidnappers in this mountainous region have left their hideouts with their hostages and converged onto a very hidden small path that leads to a valley between mountains. There's a small river flowing through it, they took boats and went downstream towards the north. I've been tracking them until here."

  "They will transfer, it's normal. The stronghold in this area has been exposed and will soon be swept by the Imperial Army of Valtania." Eriol finally finished her hair, turned around and looked at the mercury lamp, "I didn't see any valleys or rivers on the map, they must have found it themselves. Do you know where this river passes through?"

  "Do you think I'm a GPS?"

  "That's right, it's still the limited edition Moe Girl version."

  "Alright." The chairman nodded and then switched to a more serious tone, "Hey, you idiot! What's your IQ? Even a foolproof operation like this can go wrong because of the crappy map? Reload the map for me, or else don't even think about asking for directions!"

  Airiya speechless: "We just have this one map."

  "Then go download the update package!"

  The little loli couldn't help but burst into tears in the room: "I completely ruined the mercury lamp!"

  You two are enough! This is not in the activity room of Jiangyou Department! By the way, you were just discussing the trend of the kidnapper, right? Why did it change to daily mode?!

  Fortunately, a knock at the door interrupted their pointless conversation. Angie opened the door and said, "Lady Elisha, are you up? The mayor wants to see you."

  About the kidnappers, Eliya had no more information than the clueless mayor, so she could only apologize to him. The mayor, who knew that there was a kidnapper's stronghold in the nearby mountains, realized that the town's guards were no match for them and hastily reported the matter to the Imperial Border Guards stationed here. Before long, the commander of this small unit appeared in the town hall.

  This is a middle-aged uncle with a thick beard. He can't be said to be handsome, but he must live up to the audience's expectations. His face is ordinary, as if it were written on his face "this is an extra". However, the uncle has no sense of being an extra at all. With an air of arrogance and pride, he walks in with a swagger, full of the stench of decayed nobility.

  When Elisia saw this guy for the first time, she knew he was hopeless.

  As expected, after the two attendants behind him pulled out a chair, the uncle disdainfully spat at the ordinary wooden chair with an unimpressive appearance and stood up to speak to the town mayor: "So, it's just some insignificant band of thieves, yet you want me to lead my army to wipe them out? Do you think I, a noble viscount, am someone who only knows how to bully a group of cripples wielding kitchen knives?"

  "This guy must have stayed at the border for too long and his mind is out of balance. Only you would show off this aristocratic air that even a three-year-old would find ridiculous. Hey, don't you know that the town mayor next to you is sneering at you?"

  The town mayor was clearly an old fox, and he quickly put on a flattering expression: "It can't be said that way, Lord Trinchester. Think about it, this gang of thieves has committed multiple crimes within the empire's borders, making people anxious and unable to rest, even mercenaries are helpless against them. Although our great Emperor recently dispatched the Rose Knights, hasn't Lady Nia reported any progress yet?

  "If you were to annihilate the branch stronghold of the bandits at this time, wouldn't that be a great achievement? By then..."

  Town Lord, you're too sinister. Although it's for the safety of your own town, swindling an imperial noble like this is a bit too much... but I like it.

  Trellin's eyes lit up at the suggestion: "Ah, you're absolutely right. This is indeed an opportunity that can't be missed. (Turning to his adjutant) Go gather the troops and prepare for departure! And what about those mercenaries who came back after rescuing people? Call them over quickly to guide us."

  "We're right here." Alicia emphasized her presence with a raised hand - who told you that you were too short?

  Trinster glanced at Eriol, first being taken aback by the little loli's appearance, then asked with a serious expression: "Excuse me, miss, which noble family are you from?"

  The widely circulated photos of Alisha are somewhat misleading due to technical reasons. In reality, when you see her in person, her overwhelmingly beautiful appearance leaves most people stunned at first sight, and no one would think that this harmless little loli is the famous Alisha Harris.

  Tringham was no exception, and even the town mayor didn't recognize him at first glance.

  You all know that the protagonist is a two-faced person.

  "I come from a merchant family, and no one in my household is of noble birth." Thus replied Eliyha, who knew Trinser would be suspicious due to the exquisite and elegant shoulderless princess-cut dress she wore.

  "Hmm, although my cheap brother's fake identity as the only earl in the Virea Empire was granted a fiefdom, I guess even he himself didn't take it seriously? Speaking of which, for some reason, I suddenly started worrying about the lolis on my territory..."

  Tringham's expression immediately changed to one of haughty disdain: "Hmph, since that's the case, you just need to take my troops to our destination and that's all. I'll give you a good price afterwards."

  Angie, who was standing behind Eri, was furious and opened her mouth to speak, but was pulled back by Ryouko beside her and ultimately remained silent.

  "Very well, Viscount. Excuse me, I'll take my leave and prepare first." Eriol said as she stood up.

  Tracy waved her hand and shooed the little loli away.

  It wasn't long after leaving the council hall that An Qi couldn't help but ask: "Lady Erihlya, why didn't you reveal your true identity to that soulless man with eyes on his forehead? He was really too rude to you!"

  "Alright, An Qi Xue Jie, calm down. Having a bad temper is not good for your looks." Eliyah raised her index finger and waved it, "That uncle would be overjoyed to achieve some great merit and get promoted back to the big city. If I told him that I'm from the Harris family, what do you think his reaction would be?"

  "Of course..." Angie was choked. A middle-aged uncle surrounding a little loli, at first glance seemed to be an evil seduction, but in fact, it was a flattering and boot-licking imagination that made her feel embarrassed.

  "He'll definitely come over and pat my butt first, of course I won't pay attention to him. Then, in order not to let this achievement fall into my hands, he will also provide us with good food and drink next, but absolutely will not let us intervene in this matter. With the quality and cultivation of this guy at present, do you think he can find the kidnapper?"

  "So you pretended to be a merchant's child and had that Trinser ignore you? Perhaps you wanted this rescue mission to succeed, but... You wouldn't happen to have the idea of taking advantage of his carelessness to seize power, would you?"

  The little loli turned around with a colorful bubble background, her hands clasped together at her chest, and looked up with an innocent, puzzled, and adorable expression, sweetly smiling: "Ah lah lah, Ryouko nee-chan, don't talk nonsense, or I'll sue you for slander."

  Anqi, who was standing beside him, suddenly broke out in a cold sweat on that sweltering day.

  Eriol's current reputation is extremely high, if she, as a hero, makes a mistake in Trinser and reveals her identity to rally the troops - which is almost certain to happen - then none of Uncle's soldiers except for the Imperial Guard will listen to his orders. In the current situation where the investigation into the thieves' guild has made no progress, having control over an army - even if only temporarily - would be much more effective than their individual searches. It could also take this opportunity to thoroughly eliminate the hidden danger within the Byrea Empire.

  Can't you stop using such a maliciously cute expression and revealing your plan?

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