The battle raged on, the clashing of weapons sparking amidst the cacophony of metallic sounds.
The tumultuous fight on the road did not involve the bound villagers.
Upon realizing that the towering wraiths wielding massive swords only targeted those bearing arms, they cautiously began to retreat down the mountain.
After withdrawing a short distance and observing that neither side paid them any heed, they quickened their pace and fled downhill.
No one wished to linger, waiting for the conflict to conclude, regardless of which side emerged victorious.
It offered no benefit to them.
In the blink of an eye, all the villagers had fled.
As they departed, Domiga emerged from the dense forest, his long sword sweeping through the air, cleaving down a multitude of mountain bandits once more.
You came to the village this morning.
I have seen you, lizard man, the leader bellowed.
Domiga turned to face the remaining bandit leader and spoke solemnly.
Come, this is your final opportunity.
The leader's body trembled, and the once wavering glint in his eyes now revealed a renewed resolve and ferocity.
This was indeed his last chance.
"I shall fight you," he shouted, raising his sword to thrust at the lizardman's neck, aiming for the unprotected spot beneath the armor.
Believing that a successful strike would mean the end of the lizard man.
However, he gravely underestimated his opponent.
The heavy long sword in the lizardman's grip felt as light as a single-handed blade.
With a mere flick of strength, he deflected the attack, the blade slicing through the leader's throat.
Scalding blood gushed forth as he slowly sank to his knees, disbelief etched across his face.
My lord, all the bandits have been eradicated.
Domiga reported as he approached Fong Hao.
Very well.
Secure the battlefield and collect all the spoils, Fongghao commanded.
Yes, my lord.
The soldiers commenced the task of clearing the battlefield.
Gathering not only the fallen bandits, but also many items looted from the village that were left behind.
With the villagers gone, he had no choice but to bring everything back.
My lord, please take a look at this," Domigus said, presenting an object he held.
It was a small token retrieved from the bandit leader.
Crafted from an unknown material that resembled metal, yet lacked its typical texture.
There were five pieces in total, each inscribed with the same phrase.
Purple scale recruitment token.
Purple scale.
Type item.
description.
Mysterious outposts and facilities can randomly appear in the wilderness filled with both peril and opportunity.
Recruitment tokens can be utilized at corresponding facilities to enlist special military units.
Fonhow suddenly recalled the special map he had just acquired.
Chapter 240.
Swift Azure scales.
Upon glimpsing the introduction to the recruitment token, Fonhao was instantly reminded of the map that Injia had recently unearthed, the mysterious stable.
Could it be that this map pertains to a facility for recruitment? The likelihood seemed substantial.
The map had been discovered in the chamber of the mountain bandit leader, and the recruitment token was also found on his person.
It is evident that these two elements are closely intertwined.
My lord, the cleaning is complete.
We may return now.
Domiga approached once more.
Indeed, Ditiga, you shall lead the team back to the fortress while Injia and I venture out for a brief excursion.
Fong Hoa replied thoughtfully.
Ditiga hesitated, sensing that Fong Hao's undertaking with Injia might entail some peril.
Yet, upon reflection, he recognized that Fong Hao was currently in a divine state.
Even death would pose no threat to his life.
Thus, he felt reassured.
Very well, my lord.
Please take care on your journey.
Domiga nodded.
Rest assured, we are merely in the vicinity.
You may depart first, and we shall catch up shortly.
Fong how assured him, alleviating his concerns.
The location marked on the map was indeed nearby, and the chances of encountering any danger were minimal.
Otherwise, the mountain bandits would not have established their camp here.
The only imperative was to expedite their return to the territory before nightfall.
Understood.
Domiga returned to the ranks, calling out, "Let us set forth back to the fortress.
" With that, the skeletal dragons soared into the sky, laden with cargo, while below, the graveyard guards pushed their carts in a long procession down the mountain.
As the undead brigade gradually receded from view, Fong House scrutinized the map in his hands to ascertain the direction.
The indicated location lay to the southeast of this mountain bandit camp centered around the area.
While the distance remained ambiguous, it was certain that it was not far.
Fongghao mounted the skeletal dragon within Jia taking her place behind him.
Where are we headed? Aren't we returning for a meal? And Jia inquired, rubbing her stomach.
Hunger was evident.
Not far.
We shall dine upon our return.
Just bear with it a little longer.
Fong Hao reassured her, patting the skeletal dragon and pointing toward the direction marked on the map.
The skeletal dragon ascended, gliding above the dense forest.
Fong Ho scan the ground below, searching for the stable.
As the dragons circled for the second time, it was Injia who spotted a peculiar structure nestled among the trees.
The skeletal dragon descended and the two swiftly dismounted.
Indeed, this was a stable entwined with the forest vines seamlessly blending into its surroundings.
Forest stable category outdoor structure recruitment swift Azure scales Swift Azure scales Azure scale recruitment token 55 residency countdown 2 hours 42 minutes 33 seconds.
Description: The outdoor forest table allows you to recruit a maximum of five swift Azure scales.
The recruited Azure scales are incapable of reproduction.
As anticipated, the stable bore a direct correlation to the recruitment token in Fonghouse possession.
Moreover, there is a lingering countdown.
Once the time elapses, the structure shall likely vanish.
At that moment, regardless of the number of tokens one possesses, there shall be no opportunity for recruitment.
The maximum allowable enlistment is five.
One wonders if this setting could trigger a 100fold amplification.
Adjust the recruitment count to five.
Choose to recruit.
100fold amplification triggered.
505 swift purple-caled horses recruited.
A system prompt appeared and Fong Ho felt a surge of joy within.
In the next instant, a radiant violet brilliance emerged and 505 purple steeds materialized amidst the forest.
Distinct from ordinary horses, the purple-caled horses shimmerred like azerlass, glistening in the sun's afterglow.
Their limbs were long and powerful, and as they trotted, the flowing manes danced in the wind.
"What magnificent horses!" And Gia exclaimed.
One of the purple scale horses seemed to comprehend and Jia's admiration, stepping forward and lowering its proud head, allowing her to caress it.