The Original Vampire

Time passed quietly, and it was already June before we knew it.

The short spring in the North is drawing to a close, and the scent of summer is approaching.

But before summer came, Winter City first ushered in the dwarf army.

The Maynum family and the Dawson family joined forces, with a total of 150,000 troops, and they had already arrived in Winter City.

The army came a long way, with flags clearly visible, swords and spears standing everywhere, orderly in front and back, and full of morale. At first glance, it was undoubtedly a strong army.

The elites of the dwarf clan have basically gathered here.

As soon as the army arrived, they surrounded Winter City and began to set up camp, seemingly ready for a long-term attack.

In the temporary command post of the dwarf army, the atmosphere was quiet and solemn, and Marquis Menem was praying devoutly.

This dwarf marquis is a devout believer in the Lord of Light, and at least on the surface, he is indeed very devout.

As a vassal race of the human race, the dwarves have long abandoned their beliefs and chosen to serve the Lord of Glory.

Unfortunately, whether because they are not sincere enough or because the racial gap cannot be bridged, the dwarves have never been able to accept baptism and become knights.

From this point of view, there is always an irremovable gap between them and the human race.

Even secretly, it is said that there are believers in Mother Earth, the god that the dwarves once served, who are quietly spreading their faith.

Of course, as dwarf nobles, they must convert to the Lord of Radiance; otherwise, there will be no place for them in the Radiant Empire.

It wasn’t until he finished praying that Marquis Menham raised his head, and his eyes slowly swept across the command post.

Although the last princess of the former dwarf royal family, the Solinki family, married into the Dawson family, in fact, in terms of military strength and prestige among the dwarves, the Menam family is the well-deserved leader of the dwarves.

However, not all dwarf nobles recognize the leadership of the Menam family; at least the Dawson family certainly does not.

They have always believed that they are the inheritors of the Solinki family and that the blood of the Dwarf King flows through their bodies.

Therefore, the Marquis of Dawson didn’t like the Marquis of Mainham and always felt that the other party’s praying appearance was too artificial.

“Winter City is right in front of us. What do you think about how to conquer this central city in the north?” Marquis Maynham spoke with a rich voice that carried the majesty of a superior.

At this time, he seemed to regard himself as the commander-in-chief of this dwarf coalition.

Though the Marquis of Dawson was very unconvinced, he had just suffered a huge defeat at Running River, and his reputation had been severely damaged. His troops were far less powerful than the Marquis of Menham, so he could not compete with the other party for the command of the coalition. .

A dwarf general with well-developed limbs and thick hands and feet spoke: “Your Majesty, Marquis of Menem, I don’t think there is a strong city in the world that our dwarf army cannot attack! Even Winter City is the same!

So, wait for the engineering team to build an attack. With the city equipment, we can launch an offensive and see how long this so-called first fortified city in the north can hold out!”

The dwarf general’s voice was rough and wild, and there seemed to be a strong smell of blood in his tone, and there was a hint of blood in his words. He was somewhat disapproving of Winter City.

In fact, the dwarves do have quite a lot of experience in siege warfare.

Their craftsmen are very good at making siege equipment, and their short stature is an advantage in siege warfare because they are not easily hit by arrows from the city.

Therefore, compared to positional warfare in the wild, the dwarves are actually better at siege warfare.

Of course, not all the dwarf generals present were so frivolous. Another dwarf general stood up and cautiously expressed his opinion:

“I don’t think we should take it so lightly. I have been to Winter City before and know how its walls are. It’s so strong and the design is so ingenious.

If we attack by force, we will probably pay a heavy price.”

“I think so too,” Marquis Dawson, who had been silent before, suddenly said.

Marquis Menham frowned slightly and stared at Marquis Dawson steadily, as if waiting for further explanation.

Marquis Dawson looked indifferent and continued, “As a northern noble, of course, I know the city defense system of Winter City.

First of all, this is a city built on a high mountain. If we want to attack the city, we must attack upward. The enemy is condescending and has taken advantage of the terrain.

Secondly, the city wall of Winter City is made of the hardest Qinggang rock that has been carefully cut and stacked. It is up to five meters thick, and it is probably difficult to shake it with just our battering ram.

Moreover, the city wall of Winter City is a double-layer structure. There is an inner wall behind the outer wall. The two walls are more than 20 meters apart, with a total of ninety-six towers in between.

Even if we really break through these two walls, don’t forget that there is also a Lion’s Roar Castle on the top of the mountain!

If we want to attack by force, haha, I’m afraid we will have to fill it with all the elite warriors of the dwarves.”

  As soon as Marquis Dawson finished speaking, a member of the Mainam family shouted loudly: “Mr. Marquis Dawson, the war hasn’t even started yet, and you are bragging to the enemy like this. Is it because you feel guilty and scared?” “

  Huh! I just don’t want some people to die in vain.”

“Okay. “Stop arguing.” Marquis Meneham waved his hand to dissuade him.

After everyone calmed down, Marquis Menham said to Marquis Dawson, “Marquis Dawson, since you don’t agree with the attack, what better suggestions do you have?”

Marquis Dawson touched his beard and said lightly, “I think the best way is to besiege but not attack.”

“Oh? Why?” Marquis Menham asked again.

“The famine that broke out in the north this time was so fierce that even the Saint Hilde family had no time to stock up on enough food. Moreover, I have already found out that there has been a food shortage in Winter City for a long time.

So, as long as we surround the city and cut off contact with the inside and outside, it won’t be long before turmoil breaks out in the city due to a lack of food.

That’s our best chance!”

Marquis Menham’s eyes flashed as if he were a little confused. Contemplation.

But just as he was thinking carefully about Marquis Dawson’s suggestion, he saw a tall and thin figure walking into the command post.

Marquis Menham’s eyes narrowed, and he seemed to recognize the person.

“Mr. Jin, is that you?”

The person was covered in a large mage robe, and his entire face was hidden in the hood. I don’t know how he walked into the temporary command post of the dwarf army as if there was no one around.

“It’s me.”

Mr. Jiang replied concisely.

His voice was gloomy and hoarse, like an old man with one foot half in the grave.

Moreover, Marquis Menham also smelled a strong putrid smell, like the smell of a corpse that had been left for a long time.

“Are you… okay?” Marquis Menham asked carefully.

Mr. Jin did not answer the question but said calmly:

“Two things.

First, the Black Cavalry and Silver Moon Guards of Ice Rock City have already set off and are heading towards Winter City, so you must watch your back.

Second, the Uman family’s army is also in Winter City at this time. Earl Uman has a grudge against Viscount Angelet. You can use this to sow discord between them and weaken the forces in Winter City.”

Speaking of this, Mr. Jin suddenly stopped talking.

The dwarves looked at each other, wondering what was happening.

Finally, the Marquis of Mainham asked, “Mr. Jiang? Mr. Jiang?”

However, Mr. Jiang still did not speak, as if he were suddenly stuck. His whole body was like a wooden sculpture, frozen in place and motionless.

The Marquis of Mainham was full of doubts, so he took a few steps forward and tried to check the other party’s situation.

But after taking a few steps, the Marquis of Mainham also stopped immediately, his eyes filled with horror.

When Marquis Dawson saw this and didn’t understand why, he suddenly felt a holy and majestic power envelop the world. He seemed to have become an insect in amber, completely locked by this irresistible force and unable to do anything. Not even an inch of movement.

  ”Hey -“

I don’t know how long it took, but Mr. Jin suddenly sighed and regained his ability to move.

Then, he slowly turned around and walked out of the temporary command post, step by step.

The dwarf soldiers outside also stood motionless, as if their time had been completely frozen.

In front of Mr. Jin stood an aloof figure.

It’s just a back figure, but it seems to be emitting the dazzling light of a solar panel, which can eclipse everything in the world.

Mr. Jin slowly took off his hood, revealing a terrifying face.

The left half of the face has been completely rotted, and the black skull can even be seen inside.

The right half of his face also seemed to be infected, with blue veins bulging out like wriggling maggots, as if they were about to burst in the next moment.

But Mr. Jin seemed to be completely unaware of the horrific changes in his body and greeted the man as usual:

“His Royal Highness Prince Leahy, I didn’t expect to see you here.”