156 [3-13] Next door to the other three houses (2/2)

And beyond that, the pitiful sight of the Ku Lhukaru Mountains, cut into such a way that you could walk straight through without having to climb.

”A walk over the Khul Khal Mountains: ......?

No way!

Feng Gong put on his reading glasses and looked into his crystal ball.

In order to see the scene more clearly. He wanted to make sure that his eyes were not wandering.

Suddenly, around noon today, I saw the ......

”At noon today, a rift, or rather a path, was suddenly ...... created in the mountain.

It seems strangely quiet.

There is no sign of any demons at all around the ...... path.

The report was unbelievable, and Feng Gong tried desperately to figure out what was going on.

He had thought about crossing the Cuu Lucar Mountains.

But the conclusion was that he should not do so.

Blazing a trail through the demon-filled jungles and rugged mountains.

It's not impossible.

But the thought of the cost makes me hesitant. It is no mean feat to build a path while battling the ever-present demons, and it is also difficult to maintain the path against the threat of demons.

If the veins are left undisciplined, the birth of demons will accelerate.

If we are going to stabilize the route over the mountains, we need to build at least one base city in the mountains. How much manpower and money will we need to devote to that?

A further problem is the movement of the Holy Kingdom of Diretta. If we cross the mountain range, the Holy Kingdom of Diretta is at hand. If we start to build a road, Diretta will definitely be wary and take action.

Even if we could overcome all these obstacles and build a road, would we be able to pass a large army safely? The road that is hard and steep for the humans is home ground for the demons. If you are unprotected, you will be attacked at once. For example, if you are climbing a cliff and a bird demon targets you from the air, there is nothing you can do.

To add to that, this is not the right time.

The Western Front, which the Shiro Army is in charge of, has fallen into a stalemate due to the dark activities of Noa Curio.

The Kuro Army in the north attacked the Demon King's Army a few months ago, crushing the stronghold that was about to be built and killing two top-ranking demons, but in exchange, they lost Tamarashi, the swordswoman who was said to be the best swordswoman in the country, and they are still reeling. There are no signs of a reversal in the Demon Lord's army, but you never know when or how the demons will move.

The situation in the country is not conducive to crossing the mountains or to a head-on collision with the Holy Kingdom of Diretta. If we mess up, it'll be a four-front operation.

Instead, the Red Army should stabilize the occupied territories and then help the East and West.

But...

But...

A completely unexpected event has just occurred.

The stage of history was about to shift to a new phase.

”General, how can I help you ......?

Qing Zhao asked with a stiff expression as if he was standing on the edge of a cliff.

Feng Gong hesitated.

The road over the mountain is not what I want.

But isn't this a step into a bottomless pit?

He hesitated only for a moment.

There was no choice but to move forward. After all, the path already exists. What if the Diretta Holy Kingdom takes this road?

First to Sixth Squadrons, move out immediately!　Blue Palm, you're in command.

Blue Palm, you're in command. But be aware of the possibility that this is some kind of trap and stay alert. It's the perfect terrain to ambush a large army. Stop the main force at the entrance to the jungle at once and never enter with more than necessary.

If the road crosses the mountains, ...... secure it immediately!

Mobilize the maximum number of people who can use earth magic and set up a Type-2 improvised outpost at the southern exit of the cut. As soon as possible!

”What?

And contact the Imperial City immediately. I'll speak directly with the Emperor or the Grand Commander.

I don't care if the city's veins are empty, arrange for a direct distant line.

”Yes, sir!

Feng Gong ordered Qing Palm as if he was stepping on a steel rose.

As Qingzhao left the room, Feng Gong leaned back in his chair, feeling exhausted.

The chair, which was made for humans, screamed and creaked unpleasantly under Feng's weight.

In his crystal ball, he could still see the path of the Kulu Kal Mountains.

Am I dreaming?　Is this a good dream or a nightmare? ......

He covered his face with his large hands and muttered, sorrowfully, disgustedly.