They would not permit it, of course.
The dwarfs summoned from Xiao's barracks were devoid of such sentiments.
They too were regarded as outsiders, while the others were deemed traitors.
Bayou and Mo Ai were momentarily takenback.
Their arrival was indeed illtimed.
It seemed they could not afford to linger any longer, for it was undoubtedly Mo AI's recent flute melody that had attracted these local dwarves.
Mo AI swiftly resolved to leap onto the back of a griffin to escape.
Not wishing to be ins snared by the local forces.
The most prudent course of action was immediate retreat.
The distance to her own castle was considerable, and the dwarves could not fly, making the likelihood of them locating her castle exceedingly slim.
Just as Emo AI approached the griffin, a vast expanse of ice suddenly erupted from the ground, immobilizing the creature's limbs.
Mo AI intended to shatter the ice with sound magic.
But as she prepared to unleash her spell, a mouthful of blood erupted from her lips.
I did not say you could leave, but you declared, clutching a sphere of flame, directing her words toward the distant Emo AI.
What is happening? When did this occur? Mo AI immediately employed perception magic to examine her own body, only to discover she had been poisoned unbeknownst to her.
Recalling Bayou's mention of formless magic, she realized she had not detected any signs of Bayou's spellcasting.
How could she have fallen victim? Was it your doing? Aren't you supposed to have foresight? Why did you not sense it? Bayou mocked, advancing step by step toward Mo AI, the oppressive aura intensifying.
Mo AI sought to employ healing magic to mend her affliction, but Bayu's left pupil suddenly revealed a green magical array which detonated the virus within Mo Ai's body.
With a gasp, Mo AI collapsed the ground, wretching blood.
It dawned on her that Bayou must have concealed her true magic beneath the guise of that teleportation spell during their initial close encounter, leading to her misjudgment.
summoning all her strength.
Emo AI lashed out with her whip, invoking a sonic explosion.
Yet by you continued to advance, unflinching.
Boom! Emo AI's attack struck by you, and seizing the opportunity, she attempted once more to use healing magic to restore herself.
However, the green magical array she had just formed dissipated in an instant.
Her entire arm turning cold and rigid, devoid of sensation.
Curse magic.
Cursing magic typically guarantees a direct hit.
And despite Emo AI's awareness, evasion is feudal.
How many spells does this individual possess? As the explosion dissipated, Mo AI observed a black protective shield surrounding Bayou, rendering her sonic blast completely ineffective.
Despair enveloped Mo AI.
Her most potent offensive magic would prove feudal against Bayou.
Presently, Bayou demonstrated at least five types of magic, complimented by a melee prowess far superior to her own.
The adversary before her was an enhanced version of herself.
Rather, she was but a diminished counterpart of Bayou.
Afflicted by a virus, Emo Ai's stamina waned significantly, and with the curse rendering her hands numb, her capacity for resistance had entirely vanished.
Turning to her last glimmer of hope, she noticed the griffin still ins snared by Bayou's spell, its limbs encased in ice and immobilized upon the ground.
At that moment, the ground around Emo Aii began to crystallize with ice and snow, encasing her limbs and the earth beneath in a frigid embrace, leaving only her head exposed to the air to prevent suffocation.
by you observing the now defenseless Mo AI.
Refrain from humiliation or mockery.
Rest easy here.
I shall attend to these dwarves before escorting you on your journey.
Chapter 114.
The dwarven knights charge.
Upon hearing the news, Mo Ai could not help but reveal a glimmer of excitement on her face.
Bayou observing this rose and moved towards the rear.
How utterly bizarre she thought spitting inwardly.
Bayou had no intention of submitting.
She merely found the griffins somewhat useful, which was why she had spared Emo AI's life for the time being.
Furthermore, she intended to press her for information regarding her magic, as simply slaying her might not guarantee any valuable loot.
Bayou, in conjunction with the gargoyless, employed frost magic to incapacitate the remaining griffins, leaving only their heads exposed for breathing.
The advancing dwarven knights were the true focal point.
By you had no time to spare for the griffins.
What are you all doing out here? Hurry and take refuge in the castle.
By you admonished the dwarves who had stepped out to join the fry.
My lord, we are aware of your formidable strength.
But this trouble is ours to bear.
Please allow us to partake in the battle.
One dwarf, seemingly the leader among those who had pledged allegiance to Xiaoa, addressed by you.
But if you perish, it will pose a significant problem for me.
What can you tell me about the opposing dwarves? Are they strong? Bayou inquired, seeking intelligence.
Although she did not harbor high hopes, as these were merely refugees with limited knowledge.
Upon hearing Bayou's concern for their safety, the dwarves were deeply moved.
They informed her of a noble clan, the Firebeard clan, residing 200 m beyond the Bayan Mountains.
Ever since the death of their king, they had harbored ambitions of unifying the dwarven kingdoms and were rumored to be secretly assembling a force of wild boar cavalry.
The elder dwarf shared all he knew and through her analysis by you surmised that this dwarven army would not be weak.
However, it was unlikely that every member was a leader if that were the case.
The status of leadership would lose its significance, suggesting that the Firebeard clan had long possessed the capability to unify the dwarven kingdoms.
Ultimately, Ba permitted the dwarves to engage in battle.
Dwarves were inherently loyal and earnest beings, and she had no desire to impose upon them.
"What should we do?" "The dwarven army is approaching!" Xiaoi and Shuer exclaimed in a state of panic, blaming the Lord for the swift discovery of her castle by the dwarven forces.
Bayou, however, felt a sense of anticipation.
This would be her first encounter in battle against a local faction.
"What a cavalry! Everyone has them," she mused.
She promptly instructed the clerics to seek refuge within the castle, as losses were inevitable among the dwarves, and she could not afford further losses among her clerics.
200 skeletal warriors stood at the forefront, accompanied by the dwarves.
This constituted by Yu's entire terrestrial army.
In the skies, 500 gargoyles and specters were prepared for action while the remaining necromancers stationed themselves near the portal with a level six commander among them which put Bou at ease.
Xiaoi, you and the clerics should retreat into the castle.
The outside is far too perilous.
Is everything truly all right? In response, Bayou reassured Xiao and Shua, instilling in her a profound sense of security.
Trusting Bayou's confidence, Xiaoin Shiuer resolved that her presence here would only serve as a burden to him.
To prevent distracting him, she deemed it essential to retreat into the castle.
Not out of fear for her life.
The dwarf knights charged down the mountain side at top their massive wild boars.
With the enhancement of her right eye, Bayou pierced through the darkness.
Observing that this band of dwarves included warriors wielding Warhammers, as well as some drawing firearms from their cloaks.
Firearms.
Bang! Bang! Sparks erupted amidst the dwarf knights with skeletal warriors being shattered upon impact.
Strikes against the gargoyles left gaping holes, while encounters with the wraiths resulted in the projectiles passing straight through.
As the dwarf knights drew nearer, the undead launched their own counterattack.
Gargoyles swooped down from the skies, using their formidable bodies to pounce upon the dwarfs while wraiths flitted across the battlefield, executing invisible mental assaults.
The clash between the dwarf knights and the undead erupted into chaos.
The black armored dwarf was takenback.
These incorporeal spirits and animated skeletons evoked a chilling realization within him.
undead.
Surely the undead of Haphuni province have been extinct for many years, though he had never encountered true undead.
His extensive experience allowed him to identify these creatures.
The black armored dwarf stood still, surveying his surroundings, if his adversaries were indeed undead.
He faced dire trouble, as victory was far from assured.