"No, that's not the case, Young Lord," Jacob, one of my advisors, hurriedly approached and explained. Though his tone was grave, he continued, "Refugees are coming."The seriousness in Jacob's voice hinted at the urgency of the situation, instilling a sense of concern within me as I prepared to address the unexpected arrival of refugees.“Refugees?” I frowned.I furrowed my brow at the mention of refugees, a mixture of concern and disbelief washing over me. In a realm where peace had long been cherished, the sudden influx of displaced souls was jarring, to say the least.After hastily donning my attire, I made my way out of the room, the urgency of the situation pushing me forward. With a flick of my wrist, I invoked magic to cleanse myself, a small gesture amidst the looming crisis.Stepping into the open, I turned to Roland, my trusted advisor, seeking clarity amidst the chaos. "What's happening?" I inquired, my voice tinged with a sense of unease."There are at least two hundred re

I believe such challenges are essential for my people's growth; they must learn to stand on their own rather than relying solely on a few individuals. While I've requested reinforcements from nearby cities, their response remains uncertain."My people are equipped with the finest armor, weapons, and skills, taught by the best instructors," I stated firmly. "If they cannot overcome this minor obstacle, then perhaps my investment in them has been misplaced." They must prove their capabilities and resilience in the face of adversity.As my words echoed through the room, a palpable tension settled over the gathered crowd."In my view, this war is already won," I declared, my tone carrying a weight of determination. "However, how we achieve victory will determine the future of our city."With a meaningful glance at each present, I continued, "We cannot afford to remain idle as the enemy advances towards our gates unimpeded.""Roland," I addressed the cavalry commander, "lead your forces i

"Stop! Don't go! You fools!" the captain shouted in frustration, but his words fell on deaf ears as more beastmen continued to charge towards the stream.Even if more than 200 elite beastmen held the line and used their weapons to fend off the beastmen who were trying to run towards the stream, it didn’t work. This only made the already crude formation worse. The leader's commands fell on deaf ears as the relentless pull of thirst overcame any semblance of discipline. Despite his efforts, the beastmen surged forward toward the stream, their movements desperate and uncoordinated.In a matter of moments, chaos erupted as the thirsty beastmen plunged into the water, heedless of the danger lurking within the archer towers. The sounds of their joyous gulping echoed across the battlefield, mingling with the shouts of warning from their comrades.The leader's frustration boiled over as he watched the scene unfold before him. With each passing moment, his hopes for a coordinated assault on I

"Who are these humans?!" The captain exclaimed in their native tongue, his voice tinged with fear and disbelief. The sight of Dray stripped him of any remaining confidence. Even the strongest general among the Merlocks, whom he had encountered by chance, did not exude such a formidable aura. This presence felt otherworldly."We should have retreated faster!" This was the singular regret echoing through the minds of every encircled beastman. Had they fled more swiftly, they might have avoided encountering this "Demon" altogether!Now, they couldn't even flee.In the heart of their formation, over a dozen beastmen lay wounded on the ground, immobilized by their injuries. Another two dozen lay lifeless, victims of just one onslaught from this terrifying human.Despair and hopelessness filled the captain's eyes, but for his subordinates, the emotions were even more overwhelming.In the face of such overwhelming power, the beastmen's usual tactics of trading life for life seemed futile. E

With the current size of our troops, I was already confident that even if the full force of the Merlocks' army arrived with all their preparations, the outcome of the encounter would be uncertain. It would be a battle where victory or defeat hung in the balance.A smile graced my lips naturally. This battle had not only bolstered the defences of Ice Demon City but had also paved a solid path for its future prosperity.Of course, it was thanks to the system that this transformation had occurred. However, if my army hadn't risen to the occasion and defeated the enemy, the mission wouldn't have been accomplished. Their bravery and determination were just as crucial to our success as the assistance from the system.Moreover, it was a fortuitous discovery, an unforeseen side mission hidden within the fabric of our reality. Without accomplishing it, I wouldn't have even been aware of its existence.With 200 cavalry knights, 100 arcane archers, 100 regular archers, 300 infantry knights, and