After the Level 15 Great Demon was imprisoned, the pressure Lear faced drastically reduced.

The army returned to its normal war of attrition rhythm.

With the revivable Deserted Tomb Guard at the front, the situation became increasingly stable.

No matter how the Demon Tide assaulted, they remained unshakable.

On the morning of the 20th, the cave dwellers who were mining ores began to rest and eat, while the Bubble Beasts loaded and transported the mined ores back to the territory.

Under high pressure, the mining efficiency of the cave dwellers was astonishingly fast.

Coupled with the relatively easy mining of Abyssal Demon Iron, they could produce dozens of bubbles worth overnight.

Seeing the abundance of bounty, Lear had to admit that these cave creatures were indeed exceptionally gifted.

At noon, the Crimson Queen Bee successfully escorted the Bubble Beasts back.

But this time, there was quite a commotion.....

Bang rumble~

Three hundred Cold-blooded Cavalry formed a sharp arrowhead, tearing through the front of the Demon Army with reckless abandon during a high-speed charge.

The ground trembled like a stampede of horses, with an imposing momentum.

The Bubble Beasts wrapped themselves in bubbles, floating in the sky.

You could see not only the Bubble Beasts riding on it but also those adorable Vine Fairies~

The third batch of reinforcements had arrived.

Upon seeing this, Lear's gaze was full of pleasure.

With a thought, the Crimson Queen Bee flying in mid-air surged forward like a flood.

Clearing a wide path among the Fallen Demons, allowing the reinforcements to reach the battlefield.

In this way, the number of Cold-blooded Cavalry in his hands increased to 700, combined with 1000 Deserted Tomb Guards, the ground troops amounted to a total of 1700!

And all were High Tier units above Level 10!

Along with 40 Ancient Tree Guardians, the current defense line was as solid as gold and iron.

Unless a higher-level Demon Legion suddenly appeared, it would be impossible to shake the current army of Weilu City.

Upon the arrival of the Vine Fairies, they curiously gazed at everything around.

Seeing these fist-sized, wing-flapping little cuties made Lear's mood better.

Realizing they were delayed due to undergoing a metamorphosis, he immediately opened the Attribute Panel for a glance, his eyes instantly sparkling.

The level of these 10 Vine Fairies had already increased to Level 12!

Reaching the limit of their 3 Star Potential!

Their 2 Stars Skills were all enhanced and promoted to 3 Stars Skills.

And they also gained a new 3 Stars Skill—Energy Mobilization.

It allows them to mobilize all nearby energy, nurturing and strengthening vines.

Inwardly, he couldn't help but feel a bit expectant.

Immediately, he assigned them a task... constructing a Vine Wall around the Abyssal Demon Iron.

Upon receiving orders, these cute beings immediately commenced their work.

They placed the Starry Sky Vine brought along around the iron mine.

Then, their bodies emitted brilliant light, as the surrounding magic power with a slightly evil aura streamed rapidly towards them like iron attracted to a magnet.

There was no starry sky here, but there was energy!

The tender vines, under the vast energy's irrigation, grew and extended at a speed visible to the naked eye.

As though a video was in fast-forward by 100 times.

In mere breaths, they grew to half a meter tall.

The speed was at least ten times faster than when vines were nurtured initially in Weilu City.

Lear's eyes were full of delight.

In this way, it wouldn't take long to build the defensive works he desired!

Indeed, as he expected, under the nurturing of the 10 full-level Vine Fairies.

In just half a day, they constructed a 300 meters diameter Vine Wall around the Abyssal Demon Iron Ore.

Although the height was only one meter, the speed was astonishing to Lear.

Even if stones were piled up on the spot, it wouldn't be as impressive, right?

At this moment, the Starry Sky Vine bore some differences from those in Weilu City; the verdant branches bore a faint blood-red hue while exuding a touch of evil aura.

Evidently caused by the massive absorption of this region's power, influenced by the demonic aura.

The performance of the full-level Vine Fairies completely exceeded his expectations.

For several consecutive days, until noon on the 23rd, the nurturing of the Vine Fairies finally came to an end.

A 10-meter-high, over 3 meters wide Vine Wall stood around the Abyssal Demon Iron Ore!

Who would've thought this was built in a mere 3 days?!

As the Vine Fairies progressed into the later stages of construction, their building speed accelerated.

After reaching full level, they were not only able to use their power to nurture Starry Sky Vine but also enable it to autonomously absorb Power of the Earth to grow.

The dual effect created a miracle.

One by one, Ancient Tree Guardians rose, rooting around the walls.

Afterward, the troops retreated to station on the walls, relying on the fortifications to resist demons.

But the walls were not completely sealed, leaving six gaps for demons to attack.

Making it better to organize defenses.

The pressure on the army decreased again.

The walls were wholly constructed in the Land of Crimson Rot.

Attacking demons, when killed, had their corpses devoured directly by the earth.

Those six corridors became focal areas for the army to strangle demons.

Seeing this, Lear felt quite pleased.

He let the Vine Fairies continue nurturing vines to perfect the structures further.

Using this to gain more experience, as the surroundings of Weilu City were still a blank slate.

With reduced pressure here, Lear shifted his attention to other matters.

After some thought, he summoned Haggs.

He informed him about the intelligence of the Half-Elf and Halfmann.

Then he had this Wetland Lizard-man Hero take 100 Cold-blooded Cavalry and 100 Dark Night Elves to leave.

Heading towards the Wilderness, to bring all the people of these two tribes back to Weilu City.

Although current resources were all concentrated on the relic, the development of the territory could not be delayed.

What he needed now was population.

With the command issued, Haggs immediately, under the cover of the bee swarm, led the men to break through.

The defense line was secure enough and losing this small force wouldn't impact the big picture.

Lear watched their departing backs, feeling quite satisfied.

It was just a pity that the Blacksmith Shop's armor production would take a few more days before mass production could commence.

If not, arm the Cold-blooded Cavalry, and more manpower can be dispatched to the outside to complete the mission.

Now, we're looking forward to them bringing back good news.

After the Vine Wall was built, Kalanis also retreated.

This heroic warrior, since recovering from injuries and returning to battle, only rests for one or two hours before charging forward again each time.

She has fought fiercely for several days continuously.

Her attitude is serious, upright, and steadfast, making the Cold-blooded Cavalries who fought alongside her frequently glance sideways.

Eyes filled with admiration.

Having such a companion on the battlefield really puts people at ease and brings a sense of security.

Seeing Kalanis retreat to the back to rest, Lear's gaze slightly shifted.

As the vanguard general, Kalanis has performed perfectly.

Even compared to Haggs, the Wetland Lizard-man Hero, there is a gap.

Perhaps the only shortcoming of the opponent is... she is not his subordinate.

Thinking, Lear came to stand in front of Kalanis.

His deep eyes looked at this warrior, still full of momentum, with a touch of fatigue on her face, but with eyes still resolute.

"Kalanis, take a rest, the defense line is solid, you don't need to fight so desperately..."

Kalanis hesitated slightly, glanced at the towering Vine Wall, and then held her chest and complied.

"Thank you for your kindness, sir."

Lear nodded, slightly curious.

"How did you end up in the relics?"

Kalanis's tone was somewhat complex.

"A few days ago, I was leading members of the Mercenary Corps hunting in the wilderness... Suddenly, the sky collapsed, and violent turbulence swept up."

"I couldn't evade in time and was swept into the relics by the turbulence... At the moment of landing, countless demons attacked."

"I gathered warriors who were likewise swept into the relics and broke through the siege, escaping the Demon Army along that small path."

"I thought there would be a way out here, but unexpectedly, the end was still demons..."

She thought she would die like this, bearing guilt to meet her mother, but unexpectedly was rescued.

Lear's gaze slightly shifted.

"Is there any treasure on the other side of that small path?"

Kalanis's eyes became somewhat subtle.

"A demon's head... A head as large as a mountain stood on the ground!"

"Endless demons crawled out from its mouth... And I could sense that the flesh of that head was still pulsating."

Demon, head?!

Lear's pupils contracted sharply.

He thought of the introduction to the relics; this is a relic formed by the Abyss Plane.

"The demons are numerous, the head too far from us, I haven't observed much."

Lear glanced at the towering Vine Wall.

Now, there is a lack of strength to explore the other side.

But he was not disappointed; obtaining Abyssal Demon Iron this time is already a huge gain. Even without Abyssal Demon Iron, simply hunting Fallen Demons is a great profit.

One should eat only as much as one can chew, wanting everything often leads to getting nothing.

Take the current yield and talk further.

Setting his mind, he continued to inquire.

"Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps... It is said they once hunted a Giant Dragon?"

Kalanis was stunned, fell silent for a moment, and then replied softly.

"Yes, that was ten years ago... I was young then."

"That Giant Dragon was slain by my uncle personally."

Speaking, she seemed to recall something, and her gaze gradually turned cold.

"However, the Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps now is not what it used to be... It can only hunt some beasts in the wilderness to sell for supplies."

Lear's gaze slightly shifted.

"Ms. Kalanis, are you in charge of the Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps?"

Kalanis nodded.

"Yes... I grew up in the Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps, since my uncle passed away, I took over the corps."

No wonder she can take care of the army so delicately during battle.

She must also have related experience in this area.

"How many people are in the Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps now?"

Kalanis was silent for a moment, a bit complex.

"Currently, there are 300 people left..."

Ten years ago, when the Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps was strong, it had ten times the scale!

Now, they can hardly hunt Giant Dragons or even stand in the wilderness.

All of this is thanks to the noble Count and the Tulip Clan.

Cold intention flashed in her eyes.

Only blood can wash off the hatred that penetrates the bones!

Lear acutely sensed something wrong in her emotions, pondering.

A scale of 300 people cannot sustain the feat of hunting a Giant Dragon.

And the fact that she could be the commander at Level 15 shows the mercenary corps' strength has significantly declined.

"Ms. Kalanis... My territory is recruiting people, would you be willing to join?"

Kalanis was stunned, her tone hoarse.

"Sir, thank you for your kindness, but I bear a significant responsibility to complete with my life... My life no longer belongs to me."

"The Dragon Breath Mercenary Corps... is my uncle's legacy, I am only managing it and have no right to decide for them."

Lear also fell silent, pondered for a moment, was about to speak when suddenly, the Intelligence System prompted.

[Through your conversation with Kalanis, you have learned more about her and gained an additional piece of information—Kalanis's lineage is an ancient inheritance with extremely powerful strength. Once awakened, it can gradually ascend to become a Demigod! But her soul has already been anchored, viewed as prey, and once her lineage awakes, she will be hunted.]

Pupils suddenly contracted.

Ancient inheritance lineage?!

Can ascend to... Demigod?!!

His gaze instantly turned fervent.

He thinks she should join Weilu City, whatever the heavy responsibilities, isn't it that he can help her accomplish them?

Demigod or not, it doesn't matter, he just likes this kind of heroic warrior.

But seeing the last... his heart suddenly cooled several degrees.

Being viewed as... prey?

Who has the audacity to target his subordinates?!

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