Published: March 12, 2025
Chapter 753: Talent Must Be Retained
Zhao Hai stood on the city wall of Yangping City, listening to Bess's report. During this time, Bess hadn't been idle; the area outside Yangping City had been turned into a massive underground battlefield by the dwarf clan. Additionally, there were several tunnels for retreat within the city, indicating that thorough preparations had been made.
Zhao Hai certainly wasn’t stingy with Yangping City. All the soldiers stationed there, regardless of whether they were from the human race, dwarf clan, or Elven Race, had all been promoted to ninth-level experts. Even the war elephants of the Elephant Race had reached the ninth level. Zhao Hai had invested a significant amount of resources here.
When Zhao Hai carried out a large-scale promotion of ninth-level experts across the continent, the first to be upgraded were the people of Yangping City. This was due to the greater threat posed by the demon clan at that time, and since Yangping City was on the front lines, Zhao Hai placed significant importance on the personnel there.
Bess didn't disappoint him; the preparations in Yangping City were even more thorough than those in Shanzhu City, which made Zhao Hai very pleased.
As Bess detailed the arrangements, he observed Zhao Hai's expression. Noticing Zhao Hai nodding in satisfaction, Bess finally breathed a sigh of relief and turned to Zhao Hai, saying, “Sir, did you come here just to inspect the defenses?”
Zhao Hai gave a wry smile and shook his head, “I hardly have time to focus on that. I came here mainly because the demon clan has gathered forces at Demon City, and I believe they will soon take action.”
Upon hearing this, Bess was taken aback, and his expression changed, “Then what about Shanzhu City?”
Zhao Hai shook his head, “Currently, the divine race in Shanzhu City hasn't made any moves; it seems they are waiting for reinforcements. Meanwhile, the demon clan's troops arriving on the Ark Continent have already surpassed twenty million. They are reinforcing their army at Demon City, and I believe they will soon act.”
Bess frowned, “With the current strength of the demon clan, we can't possibly hold them back here in Yangping City. Although the backline has been arranged, most of those there haven't been upgraded and are not capable of facing the demon clan.”
Zhao Hai nodded, “It is indeed somewhat difficult, but what we need to do now is to buy as much time as possible, allowing Aklaya Mountain Fortress more time to prepare. As long as Aklaya Mountain Fortress is ready, we will rely on it to ambush the demon clan against the divine race. The longer we delay here, the better prepared Aklaya Mountain will be.”
After hearing Zhao Hai say this, Bess nodded, “Alright, sir, I understand. We will do our best to delay the demon clan for a while. However, the magic cannons, crystals, and Blood Thunder Pearls will likely be significantly consumed.”
Zhao Hai nodded, “You can rest assured on that front; I will fully supply you. If a battle breaks out in Shanzhu City, I won’t be able to attend to this area. At that time, it will rely on you. In the next few days, I will also do my best to elevate the levels of the other cities, so they can have the strength to fight against the demon clan.”
Bess nodded, “Okay, sir, please rest assured. I will do everything in my power to hold back the demon clan.”
Zhao Hai nodded, “I will leave some divine-level undead beings here to assist you. However, these undead beings cannot contend with the demon clan members, so you must be careful. As long as the divine race does not attack Shanzhu City, I can assist you here. If they do attack Shanzhu City, it will all rely on you.”
Bess nodded firmly. He felt the weight of responsibility on his shoulders grow heavier, but he was also very pleased.
Before he met Zhao Hai, Bess had no idea who Zhao Hai was. At that time, he only heard that Zhao Hai was an overbearing and protective person. However, as he spent more time with Zhao Hai, he realized how selfless Zhao Hai truly was. He traveled tirelessly for the sake of the entire continent, offering all of his best resources, leading the charge, and fighting on the front lines. Bess had already regarded Zhao Hai as his idol, a figure of divine respect in his heart. This time, with such an important task entrusted to him, he was, of course, very happy but also felt a heavy burden, afraid that he might not perform well and disappoint Zhao Hai.