Chapter 179 The Wisdom of the Red Dragon, War Begins
White Dragon Therese returned to Dragon Valley after Samantha.
She did not encounter any unexpected changes, but during the attack on the Bloodhoof Clan's stronghold, she noticed something different from before.
"The Bloodhoof Clan's defenses at the obsidian mine have become weak."
The white dragon folded its wings and landed on the ground, reporting to Garos, who was by the lake, "This time, not only did they not send reinforcements, but they also withdrew the stronghold's leaders and elites, leaving only some useless guards."
The action of sharpening the tail paused slightly.
Galos stopped and dipped its scalding hot dragon tail into the lake.
With a hissing sound, steam filled the air, and dense bubbles rose from the water.
The red iron dragon bent its hind legs slightly, crouched on the ground, and gently swayed its tail in the water, revealing a thoughtful look.
Among the Bloodhoof Clan's strongholds, especially the Obsidian Mine and the Heavy Rhinoceros Ranch, there are powerful leaders such as shamans, warlocks, and high-level warriors.
The attacks by the white and red dragons caused much chaos at the two strongholds and killed many of the guards.
However, the powerful leaders suffered very few casualties.
A few days ago, other guards would come to reinforce the attacked strongholds and defend against dragon attacks with the help of the leader. But now, according to the white dragon, the situation is different.
No more reinforcements were sent to defend the city.
The leader was reassigned.
"The Bloodhoof Clan is abandoning their stronghold."
"They were scared and wanted to retreat."
The red dragon, who was eating, raised its head and asked excitedly, "Can we take over their stronghold now? These are all riches and resources."
Galos glanced at her.
After a chance encounter with the hybrid dragon Deborah and using her wits to solve mysteries and deal with the past, Samantha's intelligence regressed to a low level.
Sorog and Samantha are siblings, each with their own unique characteristics.
Iron Dragons are generally intelligent, but when they have the upper hand, they risk becoming irrational due to their nature. Red Dragons appear foolish most of the time, but they can use their brains and be quick-witted when faced with trouble.
"Samantha, if it were you, when you chose to retreat, would you leave behind anything you couldn't take with you?"
"Garos asked."
"I will burn it all down, destroying everything and leaving nothing for the enemy."
Samantha bared her fangs and answered instinctively, then paused for a moment before revealing a look of realization.
"The Bloodhoof Clan is not preparing to retreat."
"They are gathering forces scattered across different strongholds, clenching them into a fist, and preparing to strike hard," Galos said.
He paused, then Red Iron Dragon's gaze turned cold, and he said in a low voice, "The decisive battle is imminent, and the Bloodhoof Clan can no longer hold back."
The Minotaur people, thinking themselves clever, chose to feign weakness.
However, the dragons' anticipated irrational and arrogant attacks did not materialize. Instead, they advanced steadily and relentlessly, keeping the dragons constantly on the run between their strongholds.
The attacks from dragons these days have truly weakened them.
Bai Long suggested, "In that case, we should stop attacking the strongholds and gather our followers in Dragon Valley to fight the Bloodhoof Clan head-on."
Galos shook his head, then looked at the red dragon Samantha.
He grinned and said, "Samantha's idea is excellent. We should continue our attack and capture the Bloodhoof Clan's stronghold."
The red dragon raised its head, still holding a half-eaten bone in its mouth, and tilted its head.
"I am indeed the Red Dragon Sage unlike any other."
Having gained Garoth's approval, the red dragon Samantha was thrilled, feeling an itch on her scalp as if she were about to grow a brain again.
"Why? This contradicts your own ideas."
White Dragon Therese asked, puzzled.
Red Iron Dragon pulled its tail out of the lake water, shaking off the water droplets.
"Over the years, through the various creatures I've encountered, I've come to realize a profound truth—"
He chuckled and said, "Intelligent beings are often trapped by their own perceptions."
Dragons are naturally arrogant and conceited.
Humans, and other living beings, are no different.
It's just that the way it's expressed is different.
They stubbornly believe that dragons are arrogant and savage, and there are quite a few who confuse dragons with ordinary monsters.
Stereotypes, preconceived notions, and biases based on appearance.
They are everywhere.
"The Bloodhoof Clan's reaction proves that they think we are arrogant and stupid."
"In that case, let them have their way."
Galos said, "They will feign weakness to deceive us, and we can do the same to them by feigning arrogance and foolishness."
With the bloodlines of both the Red Dragon and the Iron Dragon, Garus is extremely skilled in combat and is naturally sensitive to strategy. However, he focuses more on improving his strength and, like the Red Dragon, doesn't like to think too much.
But when Galus concentrated and thought seriously...
His ideas are often more comprehensive than those of Iron Dragon Sorog.
Use reason to control power.
This was the realization Garos had during his battle with the serpent dragon, and it was also the requirement he set for himself.
Even though he has become stronger than ever before, and his dragon desires have gradually increased, he will never lose his composure and rationality.
After Hong Tielong finished speaking, Samantha nodded in deep agreement.
“Yes, that’s what I think too, Galos, you’ve spoken my mind.”
She spoke with feigned seriousness, echoing her words.
Galos was speechless, and then began to sharpen his dragon wings.
His wing bones were hard and sharp at the edges, which could be used for slashing, but that wasn't enough. Garos was mainly sharpening his wingtips, wanting his dragon wings to be used for spear-like thrusts in addition to slashing.
Galos wanted to forge these wings into his most powerful weapon.
The next day, the red and white dragons launched an attack on the Bloodhoof Clan's two largest strongholds. And it wasn't just an attack; they killed all the remaining guards, established a foothold, and officially occupied them.
The news quickly reached the Bloodhoof clan's headquarters.
Inside the council chamber, the oppressive atmosphere of the past few days eased considerably, and the minotaurs began to breathe more freely.
"Their caution was greater than expected, but they couldn't hold back any longer; they thought we were backing down."
"They want our stronghold? Then give it to them."
"We will take back everything we've lost in no time! With interest, plus the flesh and soul of the dragon."
The minotaurs inside the hall looked excited, and each of them was fully armed, ready to fight at any moment.
They determined that the strongest Red Iron Dragon was located in Dragon Valley. They planned to launch a full-scale attack on Dragon Valley while the weaker White and Red Dragons were scattered, first eliminating the strongest Red Iron Dragon, and then turning their attention to the White and Red Dragons.
The Obsidian Mine and Heavy Rhinoceros Ranch are not close to Dragon Valley.
Even without considering their retinues, and even at the speed of dragons, it would take them some time to arrive and provide assistance after receiving the distress call.
During this period, the Bloodhoof Clan will conquer Dragon Valley.
At this moment, the old minotaur with rare white mane looked at Baal and said in a low voice, "The sacrificial ceremony has been arranged, and now we are just waiting for the offerings to be in place."
Among the Minotaur race, those born with white manes are considered a symbol of wisdom.
Indeed, white-maned tauren often serve as shamans or warlocks. The old tauren who spoke was the highest-ranking shaman in the Bloodhoof clan, second only to Baal in prestige.
Under the watchful eyes of many minotaurs.
Baal stood up, his deep, resonant voice booming like thunder: "All leaders of the Bloodhoof Clan, follow me into battle!"
"We will, as always, crush all obstacles! Let the enemy's blood soak our hoofprints, and let their bones pave the road to glory!"
His response was a deafening roar; the minotaurs pounded their chests, and their battle cries swept across the land like a tidal wave.
A portion of the garrison was left behind at the base.
Led by Chief Baal, the many leaders of the Bloodhoof Clan gathered their elite combat units, such as the Heavy Rhinoceros Knights and Mammoth Knights, and marched in a mighty army toward Dragon Valley.
They possess the stealth and amplification abilities of shamans and warlocks.
They moved extremely fast and without causing much of a commotion, gradually approaching Dragon Valley.
(End of this chapter)
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