Alien Knights

When the oracle of Todd's march into Ulster was issued, the entire Froststone City was like a war machine activated, running at full capacity.

The leaders of the major regiments rushed to the temple, gathered with the shaman to listen to the Valkyrie's analysis of the frontline battle reports, and then began to formulate battle plans overnight.

Soldiers who have been at home for a long time sharpen their swords and shields on their knees, and regard this war against the Kingdom of Ulster as the best chance to wash away the shame of the previous defeat.

But more caring people linked this battle with the formation of the Crusaders.

Many people believe that this battle initiated by the sons of the gods is actually a test and test. The purpose is to select the bravest and most pious believers from mortals, incorporate them into the troops of the Crusaders, and leave a place for them in the Hall of Valor.

Therefore, under such speculation, more and more believers in Froststone City, whether they are soldiers, civilians, or slaves, came to the temple and asked to join the battle against Ulster.

Facing the crowds of petitioners outside the temple, the shaman assembly didn't care at first, but as more and more people came, they had to pay attention.

After repeated persuasion to no avail, Minnie found Todd in desperation and informed him of the situation.

"You mean, tens of thousands of people came to the temple, hoping to join the war, in order to gain a place for themselves in the Crusaders?" The black dragon shook his head, and his tone seemed incomprehensible: "I have repeatedly emphasized, If you join the Crusaders, you will completely lose your human form, you will be far away from your family and ethnic groups, and you may even lose your life in the middle of the conversion ceremony, don’t they understand?”

Faced with Todd's question, Minnie felt a little strange.

"Son of the supreme gods, isn't this situation perfectly normal? In this world, there are countless things more important than life, and your belief in you is like the jewel on the top of the ivory tower, forever It shines brightly. I think that if you can follow you into the sanctuary, no matter what kind of dangers you face, your believers will go forward without hesitation."

Todd was silent.

In previous lives, he had also seen fanatical beliefs under the influence of religion.

Indeed, once believers believe in gods, everything, including life, becomes insignificant and no longer important.

Todd lowered his dragon head and looked at Minnie: "It doesn't take so many people to attack Ulster, not to mention that most of those petitioners are people who have not been trained in combat... Tell them in the name of the oracle that the gods Their strength comes from piety, and they should stay in the temple in this war and pray for the victory of the gods."

Minnie smiled and nodded yes.

"How are the battle groups preparing?"

"As of yesterday, a total of 140 battle groups have requested to join this battle." Minnie said while recalling: "The 13,000 soldiers are all ready to go, and the food, livestock, equipment and slaves have also been dispatched." Get ready."

"What about the tactical arrangement?"

"According to the discussion between the Chapter Leader and the Valkyrie, all the battle groups will be divided into three groups. The Northwest Road will attack the port of Ulster - the ancient city, and open up the supply channel at sea; the North Road will attack the capital of Ulster - Ama City, capture the enemy's base camp as soon as possible; the Eastern Route Army will go to the border of the Connaught Kingdom and be responsible for blocking the enemy's return reinforcements."

Todd asked, "Who is in charge of the Eastern Army?"

"The main forces are the two largest battle groups in Froststone City - the Red Branch Gladiator and the Falcon Battle Group, and the aerial reconnaissance is led by Evie."

After listening to Minnie's introduction, Todd thought about it over and over again.

In terms of tactical arrangements and deployment of troops, there should be no problems.

"Next week, the shaman assembly will hold the last sacrifice before the war. Then, the major groups will go to their respective battlefields according to the established route."

Minnie looked at Todd: "Son of the Supreme Gods, do you have any orders regarding this war?"

Todd landed on his front legs, lying on the ground, and aimed his golden pupils at the old woman in front of him: "If there is an unexpected result in this war, do you know what to do?"

Minnie was stunned for a moment, then looked at Todd with a trace of helplessness in her eyes: "The shaman gathering will put Deirdre's safety as the first priority...the blood of God cannot be lost."

Todd nodded, stood up again, and said softly: "May the glory of the gods return to this land."

Minnie knelt down: "Everything is your will."

After Minnie left, thick steam shot out from Todd's scales, instantly filling the entire square.

An hour passed, and Todd, who was naked, slowly walked out of the fog in a human form.

"The dragon shape is more comfortable. The feeling of the human shape is more like an ill-fitting tights wrapped around the skin."

While talking to himself, Todd found a fur fur from the ground and put it on his body with ease, and then walked towards the small building.

Seeing a dozen or so Valkyries standing outside the house from a distance, Todd suddenly realized that the attention and care given by Evie and Deirdre to his child who was about to be born might be more generous than his own.

The appearance of Todd made the Valkyries kneel down one after another.

Under the gaze of the latter, Todd pushed open the door and saw Deirdre walking slowly in the living room on the first floor.

A beautiful woman who is pregnant, wearing a large moon-white gown, her abdomen is not obvious because her pregnancy is still early.

With the support of the two Valkyries, she took every small step carefully, as if there were fragile crystals in her body.

Seeing the thin beads of sweat oozing from Deirdre's forehead, Todd walked up to her and said, "Sit down first."

"The doctors told me that during this period of pregnancy, this kind of slow walking is good for the fetus." Deirdre shook her head lightly, with a rare stubbornness in her expression: "It would have been better to walk outdoors , but there are too many dangers outside, it is better to walk around the room to make me feel more at ease."

Looking at the cautious look of the other party, Todd was a little funny, but more moved.

Facing the child who is about to be born, the stubbornness and love of any mother can make people feel the warmest beauty.

"In the early stages of pregnancy, be careful not to be too tired and not to touch those irritating items." Todd helped Deirdre sit on the recliner, and signaled the Valkyrie to step down first: "Supplement some high-quality protein moderately... I It means fresh meat. Also, it’s better to walk outdoors on flat ground, after all, there are a lot of furniture in the room, and it’s easy to trip and cause injuries.”

While listening to Todd's advice, Deirdre opened her eyes wide: "You even understand these? By the way, I forgot that you are from..."

Todd continued: "In terms of diet, you can properly supplement some animal liver and green leafy vegetables, which contain a lot of folic acid..."

Deirdre nodded hurriedly.

Todd pulled Deirdre to him and kissed her on the forehead lightly: "Don't worry, our child will be healthy."

Deirdre slowly closed her eyes, nodded lightly, and whispered, "I heard from others that you seem to be going to the battlefield again..."

Todd patted Deirdre on the back, and said softly, "This battle is not dangerous. I will come back early to accompany you and the child."

Deirdre hummed lightly and stopped talking.

Todd held the woman in his arms and said like a dream: "When our children grow up, I hope there will be no more wars in this world."

Not far away, outside the closed door of the small building, Evie's hand that wanted to knock on the door was hanging in the air, but it still didn't come down.

She turned around, and under the gaze of her sisters, she leaned against the door and looked up at the sky, her eyes full of loneliness.