novellk Chapter 1363 Discussion and Preparation
Chapter 1363 Discussion and Preparation
Chapter 1363 Discussion and Preparation
"condition?"
Looking at Lei Xiao's smiling face, after the initial surprise, Ruth and Davis' expressions began to differ greatly.
The former looked anxious and listened with his ears perked up, while the latter frowned slightly on his dragon face, because from Lei Xiao's expression and his decisive agreement just now, it was not difficult to tell that this so-called small condition would obviously be a very exaggerated request.
"Then I'll be blunt."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly and smiled, "In fact, the matter is very simple. Although the trolls and tauren have retreated, they are still eyeing the mineral veins. I hope you can work together with us to completely solve this problem."
After Lei Xiao finished speaking, everyone else on our side nodded in sudden enlightenment.
His Majesty the Human Race is right. These two forces are indeed like two crazy golem puppets that may jump out and do evil at any time. This makes us unable to sleep or eat. If we can resolve them, it will undoubtedly eliminate a major threat to us.
And now, since the other party has taken the initiative to cooperate, we naturally cannot miss this excellent opportunity to get help.
"So that's how it is. This is also our long-cherished wish."
After hearing Lei Xiao's words, Ruth nodded without hesitation.
For her, these are naturally not a problem as long as she can mine the mineral veins better.
Next to Ruth, only Davis's dragon face still had a frown on it.
Although Lei Xiao's words sounded very reasonable and were indeed in the interests of both parties, he always felt that something was wrong.
After a while, Davis finally found what was wrong and asked with a frown, "Your Majesty, the combined force you mentioned does not mean that you want us to be the main force against the trolls and minotaurs, right?"
"Your Highness, you have misunderstood. Since we have reached a cooperation, we are friends. As the saying goes, we will risk our lives for our friends. How can we let our friends face a strong enemy alone?"
Lei Xiao smiled slightly and responded, "It's just that the humans, tree people, wood elves, and dwarves just drove away the dragon and were seriously injured. The flower elves were also severely damaged. Only you suffered minor losses. In this case, it's not too much to be at the forefront, right?"
"Your Majesty, I think you want the trolls and minotaurs to stab us."
The corners of Davis' mouth twitched, and veins on his forehead were exposed. It was obvious that he did not agree immediately.
In the previous battlefield, the Dragonborn who manipulated everything behind the scenes had caused many losses to the trolls and the tauren. If they encounter either of them again, they will surely suffer crazy revenge from the other side, and the losses will probably not be small.
The most crucial thing is that once the Dragonborn, Trolls, and Tauren are further defeated, the initiative in this area will naturally be completely in the hands of the human emperor.
"Your Highness, Prince Zhan Yi, this matter is of great importance. Please help me again!"
Seeing Davis in hesitation, before Lei Xiao could speak, Ruth took the initiative to persuade him: "The light half-elf will never forget the help of the dragonborn, and I will complete the task I promised you as soon as possible!"
Seeing this scene, Lei Xiao narrowed his eyes slightly, looking as if he had expected it.
Regarding the matter I just proposed, I know that it is a bit unreasonable and the other party will not agree to it easily.
But judging from the performance of the light half-elf Ruth, she is obviously very concerned about mining the mineral veins, so she proposed it without hesitation, because she doesn't need to say anything else, Ruth will help her convince Davis.
"It seems that my inference is correct, but this light half-elf seems to be too concerned about mining. First, he put aside his past grudges and came to seek cooperation, and then he took the initiative to persuade Davis. I always feel that there is something else hidden in this."
Lei Xiao's brain was working rapidly as he looked at Ruth who was trying to persuade Davis.
After all, the light half-elves are a second-rate force that is obviously stronger. Even if the army cannot come here, it is still strange for them to be so humble.
"In essence, the other party's desire for magic crystals is too strong. Even if a second-rate force based in the core of the Outer Realm needs magic crystals, it will never reach such a desperate point, unless the other party has other intentions."
Having come to this conclusion in his mind, Lei Xiao nodded thoughtfully.
It seems that in the ruins of the ancient dark elf mine on Yingying Peak, in addition to the mineral veins that have not yet been mined, there are other unknown things. Those are the things that these light half-elves are willing to travel through mountains and rivers and lower themselves to obtain.
Just when Lei Xiao was thinking about this, Davis was already persuaded by Ruth, nodded and said: "I understand, I agree with the proposal of His Majesty the Human Race, and I am willing to lead the army with His Majesty the Human Race to fight against the trolls and minotaurs."
"Wise choice."
Lei Xiao snapped his fingers lightly and said with a smile: "It won't be long before the other party takes action. Let's start preparing immediately."
After saying that, Lei Xiao asked Fanny to set up a large sand table and began to deploy.
Under Lei Xiao's arrangement, the corresponding combat plan was quickly formed and was affirmed by everyone.
Our strategic goal this time is very simple, which is to set up a big trap and wait for the opponent to take the bait, so as to completely eliminate the threat of trolls and tauren.
"As expected of His Majesty, this strategic deployment is perfect!"
After finishing all the arrangements, Fanny's fair face was full of excitement. She nodded heavily and said, "As long as the opponent steps into our trap, there will be no escape!"
After Fanny finished speaking, everyone else on our side nodded, also looking ready to go.
As for the people directly opposite us, not only did Ruth nod repeatedly, but Davis's expression also softened a lot, obviously expressing his approval of Lei Xiao's plan.
"That's settled then. We will all rely on His Royal Highness Prince Zhan Yi."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly, and did not forget to tease the other party at the end.
Lei Xiao clearly understood that although according to his own plan, the power of the Dragonborn would eventually be in his possession, from the current situation, it was obvious that some kind of agreement had been reached between the Light Half-elves and the Dragonborn, which made the latter willing to send troops to help. This could also be confirmed from Ruth's words of persuasion just now.
Therefore, at least at this stage, in the absence of an opportunity, he cannot extend an olive branch to the Dragonborn, otherwise it will only have a counterproductive effect.
Besides that, he had not figured out what the light half-elves really wanted, so before figuring that out, it would not be advisable to alert them.
What's more, he didn't even know Ruth's identity, but judging from the honorific title of the old half-elf, she must have a high status among the light half-elves.
Therefore, at least before everything becomes clear, borrowing the other party's strength to the maximum extent is undoubtedly the most appropriate way to deal with it at the moment.
"Don't worry, Your Majesty. Dragonborn will never go back on their word about what they have promised."
A look of helplessness emerged on Davis' dragon face, and he nodded slightly.
"Your Majesty, the battle deployment has been completed. Is it time to focus on the ancient mine ruins themselves?"
There was a hint of urgency in Ruth's starry eyes, and she nodded at Lei Xiao.
"Ms. Ruth just said that this dark elf mine has a self-destruct array, and there are many magic traps and summoning arrays. In your opinion, how should we mine it?"
Lei Xiao leaned against the conference table, resting his chin on one hand.
"It's very simple. We will take the lead and eliminate all threats."
Lu nodded without hesitation and responded, "Your Majesty the Human Race and everyone else only need to move to the rear and safe areas in case of emergency."
"The light half-elves are the most professional in fighting against the dark elves. I have no objection."
Lei Xiao nodded slightly, and then changed the subject: "There is just one thing I need to add, that is, since we have reached a cooperation, for the sake of fairness and safety, no party may act alone in the mine. Of course, this also includes the mining area. After all, in addition to the mineral veins, the ruins of the ancient mine may also contain other treasures."
"Your Majesty, detecting and breaking the magic traps of the dark elves is a matter that requires extreme concentration and cannot be disturbed by non-professionals. Yet you insist on placing strong people in our team. Don't you trust us so much?"
Hearing this, the old half-elf Myron, who had been silent all this time, frowned his white eyebrows, and said with dissatisfaction on his old face.
"You misunderstood, old man. I understand that the ancient mines are full of dangers, so I plan to send more strong men to protect you. That's all."
Lei Xiao shrugged and responded with a smile: "Could it be that the old man has something to hide, and has something to do secretly in the mine?"
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After hearing Lei Xiao's meaningful words, Myron's old face changed immediately. He was about to retort but was stopped by Ruth.
"I understand. Everything will be up to His Majesty the Human Race."
Ruth's fair face was much calmer and she nodded at Lei Xiao.
"Very good. Now there is only one problem left, which is the distribution of benefits."
Lei Xiao snapped his fingers and suggested, "There are so many forces participating in the mining this time, including humans, dwarves, tree people, wood elves, flower elves, dragonborn, and light half-elves. For the sake of fairness, how about letting the dragonborn and light half-elves get 10% of the profits of the entire mine?"
Hearing this, everyone on our side naturally agreed with Lei Xiao's opinion, while those on the opposite side all frowned slightly.
Davis and Gnarl in particular were so angry that fire was about to come out of their dragon mouths. Even if they were evenly distributed, the Dragonborn and the Light Half-Elves would get more than 10%, right? How could this be considered fair? Besides, the Dragonborn were the main force against the trolls and the tauren!
"Your Majesty, isn't your distribution a bit too unfair?"
Davis' dragon face was full of indignation, and he couldn't help but say, "How can we talk about cooperation when you don't take us seriously?"
"Your Highness, I want you to understand one thing."
Lei Xiao smiled at first, then he stopped smiling and said, "It was you who took the initiative to seek cooperation. If you are not satisfied, you can leave. No one will stop you."
The reason why Lei Xiao spoke and acted in this way was naturally to wear down the opponent's edge.
As for the distribution of benefits, Lei Xiao actually didn't take it too seriously. It was just icing on the cake.
Furthermore, making the other party feel that you care about your own interests will also reduce their defenses against you.
In this way, it will undoubtedly be easier for you to figure out what the other party really wants.
"Your Majesty, one percent is indeed a little too little. After all, we are two different forces."
Ruth frowned, but still tried her best to negotiate with Lei Xiao.
In the end, both sides took a step back and increased the 10% to 1.5%.
"Then I wish us a pleasant cooperation."
After the matter was finalized, Lei Xiao stood up from his seat and shook hands with each other in turn.
Except for Ruth, everyone on the other side looked dissatisfied, but there was nothing they could do.
Through the communication just now, they have clearly understood that getting benefits from the human emperor in front of them is undoubtedly harder than climbing to the sky.
After that, Lei Xiao did not continue to argue with the other party and immediately started to implement the plan.
Until the night fell and the moonlight shone on the earth, Lei Xiao led everyone to the vicinity of Yingying Peak. While waiting for the opponent to take the bait, the matters at the mine naturally could not be neglected.
I saw that the entire area around Yingying Peak was brightly lit, and countless magic light balls were suspended in the air, emitting dazzling light.
On the ground, there were crowds of people everywhere, and many of the dwarf elves' huge magical mechanical equipment were roaring.
"Your Majesty, the absolute defense barrier has been built, and other detection barriers have been installed. There is absolutely no way the enemy's scouts can enter here."
Lei Xiao walked towards the busiest excavation area while listening to Chris's report.
"Thanks for your hard work."
Lei Xiao just nodded to Chris, and Broy's voice immediately rang out: "Your Majesty, the process of going deep underground is also going smoothly. After obtaining the news of the ancient mine ruins, the method of going deep has also changed to vertical downwards. I believe it won't be long before we can see the real ruins."
Broy's words had just landed when he paused and pressed his ears slightly, apparently receiving magical communication and listening attentively.
Soon, Broy's eyes lit up, and he nodded to Lei Xiao and said, "Your Majesty, the latest news we just received is that we have reached the threshold of the ancient mine!"
"Oh? It's faster than I thought."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows and said with a smile: "Since we have already reached the threshold, let's act now without further delay."
"Understood, Your Majesty, the powerful light half-elves who were responsible for exploring the way have just arrived nearby. I will notify them right away."
Broy nodded, turned around and quickly went to make his arrangements.
"Then let me see the true face of this mine and see if it is as dangerous as the other party said."
Lei Xiao also quickened his pace and walked away quickly with a group of our strong men.