If they fancied cavalry raids, they would soon find themselves met with an equal force.

Bayou was the last to step into the portal.

Upon arriving in Hapne State, Bayou immediately spotted the diligent necromancer guarding the portal.

Outside, the 2,000 undead knights had gathered, a formation made possible by Xiao Lianua as castle, having upgraded to a town, allowing for such a vast expanse of flat land amidst the mountains.

Have you located them? Bayou inquired of a nearby wraith.

Not yet, my queen.

The wraith replied respectfully, as it had been designated to remain there, to relay messages to Bayou.

Bayou was not disheartened.

Merely 4 hours had elapsed since the early hours of 2 to 6, and it would be unrealistic to expect a swift discovery, especially without clarity on the direction.

The wraiths would need to disperse, and with 500 assigned to each direction for reconnaissance.

It was a modest deployment.

In her inquiries regarding Gray, Bayou learned that he had departed the castle a top his griffin at dawn, likely having only recently set out.

He appears quite responsible, she mused.

return to the castle and summon another 500 wraiths.

We must intensify our search efforts, Bayou commanded.

Upon receiving her orders, the Wraith entered the portal once more to seek assistance.

Bayou was determined to uncover the dwarf stronghold today.

Yet, she pondered whether there were other lords in the vicinity, preferably stronger ones.

Those who summoned beasts were often impoverished, as the beasts rarely contributed to labor.

On the other side, Xiaoa had also risen.

Yet today she had issued her black stockings which had become soiled during her upgrade yesterday and were now fluttering dry on the balcony of her castle.

The clothing was manageable, posing no significant issue, but the chill in Bayou's castle made her attire feel rather inadequate.

The proximity of Xiao Yinshi's castle to Bayou meant that she arrived shortly, though she refrained from calling out, mindful of the eerie presence of Xiao Bing still lingering within.

As the queen entered the portal, the spectre at the castle entrance reminded Xiao Yianshi of her destination.

Upon realizing that the esteemed figure had ventured forth so early, Xiaoin felt compelled to follow, finding her solitude here rather unsettling.

Suddenly, a spark of curiosity ignited within her.

Why did the minions refer to the leader as your majesty? Was it possible that the leader harbored a secret pinchant for theatrics? Seizing the moment, Xiaoi turned to the spectre and quietly inquired, "Why do you address her as your majesty? Did she request this?" The spectre, taken aback by such a seemingly trivial question from a mere human, regarded Xiao Leian with an expression that suggested incredul.

"Because your majesty is the newly appointed ruler of our undead kin.

" It replied, dismissing her with indifference.

Xiao Yinshi stood momentarily stunned.

Her inquisitive pursuits had yielded no fruit, for it appeared the undead willingly bestowed such a title upon Bou.

Goodness, it seems the leader status is quite formidable.

Previously, she had encountered tales in the world chat of lords awakening special bloodlines.

Yet, she had never considered it to be true.

Just as she contemplated entering the portal, she noticed a small yellow dot in the sky approaching her direction.

Xiaoin Shiua had never seen a flying unit of that hue associated with Bayou.

As it drew nearer, she discerned it was none other than Sun Shia Sha riding upon the clouds.

Upon landing, Xiao Yianua intended to greet Bayou joyfully, only to be informed by the spectre that Bayou is absent.

"What is this portal?" Son Shia Shaquied, following the spectre's gesture and spotting Xiao Yianua standing at the threshold.

Their eyes met, though Xhao Yinshua had already been observing son Shia Shao intently, clad in a school uniform and bearing a youthful visage.

Xiao Yinua has suddenly realized that this lord was merely a student.

Old Hag prepared to meet your demise.

Son Shia Shao clearly had a different perspective, brandishing a stick that had mysteriously appeared in her hand as she charged towards Xiao Lianua.

Xiao Lianua.

In Sun Xiao Xiao<unk>'s perception, someone dressed like Xiao Liianua could only be one of two things.

Either a highly accomplished individual, or much like how men wearing suits nowadays, if they aren't successful businessmen, they must be salesmen or security guards.

By no stretch of the imagination would Sun Shia Sha believe Xiao Liua to be the former.

Ouch.

Ouch.

Ouch.

Ouch.

Son Sha Sha shrieked in pain as Xiao Lianua pinched her cheek while the stick was effortlessly caught in Xiao Lianua's other hand.

Both were at the common tier, but Sun Shia Sha was merely level four, whereas Xiao Lianua, even without any combat experience, possessed level 9 attributes.

There was simply no way Son Shia Sha could land a hit on her with that stick.

Are you the great sage equal of heaven or something? Chapter 120.

The discovery of framing Xiao Lianua expressed her confusion, having initially believed the individual to be male, only to find that it was merely an underage tomboy.

Instantly, she felt a significant sense of relief.

However, after interacting with Bayou, Xiaolinua discerned that Bayou was far from the type to be seduced by mere beauty.

Who do you think you are? The great sage equal to heaven.

Oh, you're still stubborn.

Xiao Yinshua tightened her grip, causing Sun Shia Sha to wse, tears nearly spilling from her eyes.

Once my sister by returns, you'll be finished.

Xiao Yinshi released Sun Shia Sha, who hastily covered her face with her hands.

Although she contemplated retaliating, a single glare from Xiao Yinshua rendered her compliant.

"Aren't you looking for your sister by? Allow me to escort you.

" Xiao Yianua smiled cheerfully at Sun Sha Sha.

Really? That would be splendid.

Sun Sha Shao brightened instantly, having come to the realization that Xiao Yinshiwa's presence in Bayu's fortress indicated she was likely an ally or friend, albeit somewhat of a nuisance.

Yet undoubtedly a good person, pointing towards the portal behind them, Xiaoin remarked, "That is the gateway.

" She wasn't inclined to argue with a child, recognizing that strictly speaking, this was indeed the territory of a formidable individual.

Together, Xiaolin Shiu and Sun Shia Shao stepped into the portal.

And as anticipated, upon emerging, they were seized by a violent wave of nausea.

Fortunately, Xiaoin had not eaten breakfast, and after a few wretches, she was fine.

While Sun Xiao Sha expelled the remnants of her previous meal, what a load of rubbish.

Smack.

Xiao Yianuela lightly struck Sun Xiao Xiao<unk>s head, admonishing her to speak more civily.

Oh, you're right.

I'm about to see Sister Bi.

I must refrain from using foul language.

Sun Sha Shao promptly fell silent.

As they exited the portal, they were greeted by the sight of Xiao Leian's castle.

Son Shia Sha seemed to comprehend that this portal connected two fortresses.

Is this your castle? Of course.

If it weren't mine, would it belong to you? Their banter continued as they entered the castle where everything was a marvel to Sun Sha Sha.

Even the long- missed blue skies and white clouds brought her immense joy.

However, Bayou was not present in the castle, having long since taken to the skies on her griffin to survey the surrounding terrain.

The dwarves had no knowledge of Bayou's whereabouts.

And Xiao Linu and Sun Shia Shao could not afford to search aimlessly, so they resolved to wait for Bayou's return.

In the desolate plains of the Elemental Alliance, Lin Jan and Lu Yao had meticulously erased the traces of the Gata Empire's elite reconnaissance team, creating false signs of battle on the opposite side of the Alliance.

This would lure the Gata Empire's forces directly to the fabricated clues near the frigid Snow Mountain border.

In this manner, they could pursue the true culprits behind the massacre of villages, diverting attention away from the Elemental Alliance, which would remain secure for the time being.

Lia and Shir Yao had also arrived at the juncture of the frigid snow mountain and the desolate plains.

Yet, the boundary was extensive, making it difficult to locate anything in a short span.

Lz snow maiden could still fly, greatly aiding in reconnaissance.

Whereas Shir Yao's earth creature was of little help in that regard, proving to be entirely irrelevant.

The two individuals sat upon the ground indulging in roasted meat and sipping snow melt.

While the reconnaissance task was entirely entrusted to lung jazz snow maiden sheay, if we fail to locate them today, less return, we can merely fabricate signs of a struggle to mislead them.

Lingering here indefinitely is hardly a viable strategy.

Lja remarked to Shir Yao.

The two had been out for nearly a day and night, and there was not even a trace of a lord as castle in sight, let alone any signs of life.