Chapter 421 Joining forces
The situation was turbulent at that time, and Isaac and his newly founded Ashes Alliance could only barely protect themselves. They had no time to investigate. Moreover, these changes that were obviously related to the supernatural would inevitably attract the church, and Isaac would have no time to hide.
Later, the queen was assassinated and the empire fell into chaos, making it impossible to verify these rumors.
"It seems that I have no choice but to go and investigate it myself." Isaac sighed.
"Are you going to Castel?" The girl's eyes lit up.
"Yes, something may have happened to Castel. He is not acting normal now."
Nora left too early and didn't know about Castel's subsequent development. Although Isaac had been gone for a long time, the lord had already invented many things by then, whether it was the steam engine or nitroglycerin, both of which had great potential.
With these, it shouldn't be a problem to deal with the pirates. It's really abnormal that no more people were sent over.
There must be some big trouble holding up the lord. Could it be that Castel and the pirates have gone to war?
It is very likely that with the ability of pirates, they can indeed blockade the entire island.
"As you can see, we are in a difficult situation here too, and may not be able to help you much. What help do you need?"
Isaac was stunned for a moment, then he burst out laughing. The people on the other side saw him coming here alone and talking about going to Castel, so they thought he was here to seek help.
"You misunderstood me. I came here to form an alliance. The Ash Alliance has now established a firm foothold in the Empire and can spare some time to come here."
The girl raised her eyebrows and asked tentatively: "Will you give us some help?"
"Yes." Isaac nodded solemnly: "In fact, I am not the only one who came here. There are some people temporarily stationed outside the forest. We have weapons and equipment, and may be able to help you escape."
Get out of trouble?
Seeing Isaac so confident, the girl was a little unsure for a moment.
The three Grand Dukes of the four northern territories have all issued wanted warrants for them, and anyone who sets foot on their land will be hunted down.
The local lord, Count Bazel, even sent out cavalry to sweep these resistance forces several times. Those cavalry were not only numerous but also well-equipped. They even defeated Lord Nora. The priest of the Silent Temple was best at charging into battle. It was not difficult for him to defeat these resistance forces because he could fight against Lord Nora who was well-armored.
If it weren't for Lady Nora taking the initiative to cover the retreat, perhaps this group of resistance forces would have ceased to exist long ago.
"I came here this time to bring some news, bad news."
Isaac sighed, "Those winter wolves are coming here to get you."
"Winter Wolf?"
"They are the knights under Bazel, the Winter Wolves. They were the cavalrymen who carried out the previous raids. They have participated in many battles in the North and are notorious."
Basel is a border earl. All border earls who can gain a foothold have capable fighting teams under their command.
This group of Winter Wolves was the team that Count Bazel used to expand his territory. He managed to survive the siege of the three archdukes and was even able to form an alliance with them, all because he was good at fighting.
Although the Four Northern Lords were easily suppressed by the royal family, they were facing the Royal Army after all. The combat effectiveness of their soldiers was not bad, and they had no problem dealing with the battle with the White Crow Principality.
Later, the White Scourge occurred, and the White Crow Duchy was destroyed. In the chaos, Count Bazel emerged as a rising star, relying on the Winter Wolf to plunder everywhere, and eventually he became equal to the three great lords.
After explaining the story a little bit, the girl's face turned ugly.
She knew that the cavalry was very strong, but she didn't expect it to be so strong. It was worthy of being the army that surrounded and killed Lord Nora head-on.
She spoke grimly, "No matter how strong the Winter Wolf is, it is still a cavalry. In this woodland, we will avenge Lady Nora!"
Most northerners are good at hunting. These resistance forces are basically white crows and refugees from further north. A large part of them are hunters and are quite familiar with fighting in the woods.
It is difficult for cavalry to deploy in the woods, and it is easy for them to get caught on tree branches while riding on horseback.
Most hunters are good at traps and archery. As long as they set an ambush in the woods, the cavalry will not be difficult to deal with as their strengths decrease.
This is why these resistance fighters, who are just refugees, can fight against the regular army - fighting in the woods has a great advantage.
Isaac shook his head: "Those soldiers have stockpiled a lot of kerosene. It's been sunny for a long time recently."
The coldest snow season in the North has passed, and the wind season is coming.
Even though the snow is thick, as long as the sun comes out, most of it will melt in less than a day. The trees here are mostly pine trees, which are rich in oil and can be ignited at a touch. If kerosene is added, "Are they crazy? This is the forest under the Canary Mountains. If it is ignited, half of the forests in the north will be engulfed in flames!"
"Chopping down some trees and creating a buffer zone will prevent the fire from spreading."
The girl thought for a moment and said, "Impossible! The wind season has already arrived. With such strong winds, if a spark is blown by this, the fire will be impossible to control!"
A hint of approval appeared in Aixa's eyes, but his voice became a little deeper: "This place is close to the Canary Mountains. When the snow at the foot of the mountain just melts, the snow on the mountain will not melt. It is like a natural firewall."
As we all know, the temperature drops by 6°C for every 1,000-meter increase in altitude, but this is only a normal temperature. On the hillsides where the sun shines directly, the ground absorbs solar radiation and the temperature is higher. The ground radiation is also stronger, and the atmosphere near the ground is heated more. Therefore, the temperature at the foot of the mountain is higher.
That means the temperature difference between the foot of the mountain and the mountain is even greater!
Isaac knew that this knowledge was taught by the lord.
Although the girl didn't know the principle, she had seen many of them with her own eyes.
The north is mountainous, and during the windy season, it's so hot at the foot of the mountain that people sweat, but there are many cases where the mountains are covered with snow.
The girl opened her eyes wide and thought carefully for a while, then broke out in a cold sweat.
"Then let's go over the Canary Mountains."
"Can you turn over?"
The girl was silent.
It is almost impossible to climb over the snow-covered mountains during the windy season.
Perhaps some strong warriors can survive, but most people will freeze to death in the wind and snow.
They had no choice but to leave and break through.
"How many Winter Wolves are here?"
"There are troops stationed in several nearby towns, at least several hundred."
Hundreds of people! All of them are well-equipped knights. This number can almost walk across the North. All of them are here to deal with these resistance forces? The girl swallowed hard.
"How many people are there with you?"
"Twenty people." Isaac smiled. "You should have noticed that I am a superhuman, and my abilities are very suitable for fighting in the woods."
The girl stood up without hesitation and stretched out her hand: "Thank you for your help. The people of White Crow will repay the favor!"
The two held hands together.
"Come to think of it, I still don't know. What's your name?"
The girl had a stern face, and when she stood up she was hardly shorter than Isaac.
"Gwen."
(End of this chapter)
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