Published: March 12, 2025
The queen shook her head and said, "It's not that easy. Although the forest is our territory, the population of our elven race is not large, while the demon clan certainly has a much larger population. Even if they take their time, they could wear us down. Collaborating with the human race is not a problem, but if their coalition cannot withstand the demon clan, do you think we elves can remain unscathed? That's impossible."
The grand elder nodded in agreement after hearing the queen's words. She knew the queen was right; the elven race has the same drawback as the human race—low population. Just like the demon clan, elves have long lifespans, but heaven has made it difficult for them to reproduce, so their numbers have always been limited. If they were to engage in a war of attrition with the demon clan, they simply could not afford it.
The queen turned to the grand elder and said, "Moreover, with Mr. Zhao Hai's assurance, we elves must send troops. This is a great opportunity for our elven race to prove ourselves alongside all the other races on the continent. Grand elder, if this time the races of the Ark Continent unite against the demon clan and the divine race to defend our land, I believe for a long time to come, all races will become unprecedentedly united, and our elven people will no longer have to hide in the Elf Forest every day."
The grand elder nodded. They were not unreasonable people. Although elves live well in the Elf Forest, they know that the elven race lacks various resources. If they had not later established contact with the dwarf clan, their lives would undoubtedly be much harder.
Meanwhile, Zhao Hai was not concerned with these matters; he headed straight to the palace of the beast god king. The beast king had been preparing as well, and now the entire orc prairie knew about the situation involving the demon clan. However, because they were too far away, all they could do was support with supplies or prepare to assist the human race; they could not do anything else.
As soon as Zhao Hai arrived at the palace, he went to find the beast king. The beast king was not too busy at the moment and, upon seeing Zhao Hai, immediately invited him to sit down in the living room. He then asked Zhao Hai, "How is it? What's going on at the front?"
Seeing the beast king's expression, Zhao Hai couldn't help but smile and said, "The front line is fine; there is nothing to worry about. I came here to request the orc race to send troops." The beast king was stunned for a moment before joyfully exclaiming, "Really? That's great! The various clans below are anxious, but it's a pity that we are too far from the Pagoda Empire. Even if we want to help, we can't."
Zhao Hai smiled slightly and said, "There's no rush. This time, I'm mainly here to discuss sending troops. It would be best to first dispatch some races that can defend cities to the Demon City, and then we will plan further..." He then explained the situation in the Pagoda Empire.
After listening, the beast king nodded repeatedly and said, "Good, that's great! I will make arrangements immediately; you can rest assured. As for the troops you mentioned for city defense? I think the most suitable would be the elephant race. The elephant race has a very mild temperament, but their combat strength is strong, and they are one of the few infantry races among the orc tribe. Although they also have mounts, their charging speed is not very fast, so it would be most suitable for them to help defend the city."
Zhao Hai nodded and said, "That's good. I need to return to the Demon City. When your troops are assembled, please inform me. If the Pagoda Empire is prepared, let me know as well, and I will make arrangements."
The beast king nodded and said, "You can rest assured about us. Our orc race has long wanted to have a good fight with those demon clan guys. This time, we owe you a debt of gratitude."
Zhao Hai laughed heartily and said, "Alright, then I will take my leave; there are still some matters to handle at the front." The beast king nodded, and Zhao Hai returned to his space.