CHAPTER 452 A BIT LOOSE

"Father, we'd better gather our forces and proceed to the front line to support the main camp. Now that

the Hippo Land has been recaptured, we should be able to get other strategic strongholds back on the

ground in short time…" Isis frowned and remarked.

"I'm afraid it's too late. The Nine Grottoes is only two days away from the main camp at the front. In

addition to the Nine Grottoes, the nearest one to us is only the Hippo Land..." Lance was unaware of

the fact that the main forces of the Timber Deity Empire would attack and occupy the Nine Grottoes,

which was an important strategic place. In this scenario, the Timber Deity Empire had directly

threatened the safety of the main camp in the front line.

"Commander in Chief, it just takes less than two days from the Hippo Land to the Nine Grottoes. If holds text © rights.

Rocky can lead his troops to attack the Nice Grottoes first, he may be able to hold back the main force

of the Timber Deity Empire. That would give us time to get and gather our forces back..." At this

instance, an Elite Commander gave wily advice.

"However Rocky had just been engaged in a battle with the Timber Deity Empire in the Hippo Land and

I am afraid he is only left with a few thousand troops after that battle. If we ask him to attack the Nine

Grottoes and confront the main forces of the Timber Deity Empire, I am afraid that he would face an

extremely dangerous and deadly situation." Lance knew that it might be a solution, but at the same

time, he was concerned. Since Rocky's army had just fought a battle and lost many soldiers, asking

him to attack the Nine Grottoes without enough supporting forces would be a suicidal mission.

"Commander in Chief, this is an emergency. The most important thing at the moment is to buy us more

time and to assure the safety of the main camp."

"Yes, or else the main camp will be attacked making us lose our edge and convert us into a passive

force in this fight. Meanwhile, if the army of the Timber Deity Empire capture three more passes, it

would pose a severe threat to us."

"Isn't Rocky strong and smart? He will surely be able to ward off the main troops of the Timber Deity

Empire."

Commanders were of the opinion that since Rocky was an omnipotent person, he might be entrusted

with the responsibility of rescuing the main camp. Most of these Commanders were jealous of Rocky

but at the same time shielded away from taking on the main responsibilities, instead focused on doing

simple errands. The main thought running through their mind was to let Rocky do as he wished. They

were waiting for Rocky to commit an error and make a fool of himself.

"Rocky... Rocky... Aren't we, Crimson Dragon Group, capable of fighting without Rocky?" Isis realized

what was going through the minds of these Commanders. The more she listened to them the angrier

she got making her shout angrily.

Isis's angry reaction made all the Commanders look at each other with pale faces.

"Isis..." Lance said calmly. He knew that this was not the time for a conflict.

Isis calmed down a bit but continued staring coldly at the Commanders present.

"In fact, the Commanders' suggestions also made sense. Rocky's Crimson Dragon Army being the

closest and along with his ability, he would be able to hold back the main force of the Timber Deity

Empire. This being the only chance left, or else if the main camp is attacked we will be forced to return

to the three passes and acknowledge defeat." Lance analyzed his thoughts for a moment.

"But..." Isis was about to say something when Lance interrupted her, "Let this matter rest for the time

being. Our plans can be discussed later. Commanders, you can leave right now but must be alert and

prepared for the possibility of an attack by the main troops of the Timber Deity Empire!" With the wave

of his hand, Lance dismissed the Commanders.

All the Commanders bowed and dispersed.

"Father, we can't always rely on Rocky. Our Crimson Dragon Group was invincible even before Rocky's

arrival. Why is everyone turning to Rocky? These Commanders are getting worse…" Saying this Isis

looked at her father, unhappiness written over her face.

"My child, situations are not the same as before. Our present adversary is not only powerful but also

knows us inside out. So far, the investigation of mole has not yielded any results. Obviously the mole is

very cunning and able to keep his identity a secret. And regarding the war between the two countries,

Timber Deity Empire is definitely prepared. Therefore, if we keep playing by the rules, we're going to

lose like dirt," Lance sighed. He clearly knew that since he had been in charge of the Crimson Dragon

Group and had been fighting against the Timber Deity Empire, he had not figured out Alyssa's plan

once. Instead of it, he constantly provided what she required all the time. Because of two reasons. One

was Alyssa was indeed a military prodigy, with superior tactics and military arts that even the battle-

hardened as him could not catch up with. The second was Alyssa knew the Crimson Dragon Group as

well as him in depth. More importantly, she had spies. All this was equal to that she played the Crimson

Dragon Group completely in the palm of her hand.

And this was the reason why the seven thousand strong soldiers of Crimson Dragon Army were

defeated dismally by the Timber Deity Empire, with only four thousand troops.

"But luckily, the one person Alyssa couldn't figure out earlier is Rocky. The previous several occasions

have revealed that Alyssa made numerous static calculations and planed preparations but clearly

missed Rocky all the time. And hence Rocky was able to foil her plans each time. If we don't utilize the

service of Rocky, I am afraid we will surely lose the battle with the Timber Deity Empire!" Lance knew

clearly that the situation was not ideal for the Crimson Dragon Army right now. And if it had not been for

Rocky, the Crimson Dragon Group might have already lost three passes and been invaded, letting

Timber Deity Empire enter the territory of the Holy Dragon Empire.

It could be precisely stated that Rocky was the masterstroke in the battle between the Timber Deity

Empire and the Holy Dragon Empire. His existence was likely to determine the final victory.

That was the prime reason why Lance befriended Rocky and made him his Crimson Dragon General!

"I am worried if Rocky finds out that we are using him." Isis knew Rocky's importance, but she felt a

turmoil. As she knew Rocky was the kind of guy who hated being taken advantage of and if he found

out her father's intentions he would not let it go easily.

"Don't worry. I will do it appropriately. Right now, I want you to go to the Hippo Land and meet Rocky

and inform him of the current situation. If you two fight together, I think you'll be able to hold off the

main force of the Timber Deity Empire. As long as you two can engage them for two days, I'll bring

back the forces of Nine Snakes Gorge..." Lance became serious, and his eyes flashed something

shrewd.