185: Chapter 185 Sealing Technique

"Damn! Damn! Damn!"

In the encampment of Prince Asa's army, the originally silent main tent was filled with the continuous, angry roars of Prince Asa.

Boris, Malachi, and the other extraordinary Totem Warriors stood on both sides with their heads slightly lowered, remaining silent.

This offensive battle had caused them heavy losses; in addition to the loss of a valuable intermediate Totem Warrior, five junior Totem Warriors had also perished.

The number of dead and injured Soldiers reached over a hundred, making this the most severe loss the Black Wolf Tribe had ever suffered in its history of attacking the White Cat-Ear Tribe.

The leader of this army was the son most valued by the Black Wolf Tribe Chief, Howell.

Such a disastrous failure would definitely diminish the favorable impression of Prince Asa in Howell's heart.

However, most people present were clear that what Prince Asa was most worried about was not this, but his younger brother, the Third Prince, Montague.

The news of Montague's successful advancement to an intermediate Totem Warrior had recently spread throughout the entire military camp.

Regarding this major event that exceeded everyone's expectations, the Soldiers in the army were whispering privately.

If not for this matter regarding Montague, most of the Black Wolf Tribe would have been forced to pledge loyalty to the tyrannical Prince Asa.

But now, Montague, who had a much better personality, also possessed the capital to compete with Prince Asa.

Consequently, not only the various forces far away in the rear of the tribe but even the Soldiers attacking the White Cat-Ear Tribe had become active in their thoughts.

Although it was not yet so obvious, many among them were no longer as "loyal."

After a bout of venting, Prince Asa gradually calmed down, his cold, sharp gaze sweeping over everyone before finally landing on Malachi, who was standing towards the front of the crowd.

"Malachi, you should know how to report the battle report for this failed attack, right?"

Hearing Prince Asa's inquiry, which was laced with a thick sense of threat, Malachi trembled all over, his brain instantly spinning rapidly.

In less than three seconds, he nodded like a pecking chick and replied: "Understood, very clearly, Prince Asa."

"This failure to attack Black Stone Fortress was because the intelligence was betrayed to the enemy by one of our own. According to the betrayer, he was acting under the secret instructions of Prince Montague."

Hiss~

Including Boris, who had the calmest personality, everyone present couldn't help but gasp.

Cruel, truly too cruel!

They hadn't expected that Malachi, a guy who usually gathered intelligence in a disciplined manner and looked somewhat honest, could be so dirty in his heart.

This move of framing someone, while not enough to wash away the fact of Prince Asa's defeat, could separate and shift the conflict elsewhere.

As for whether anyone within the tribe would believe it, that would depend on how well the subsequent operations were handled.

However, judging by Prince Asa's current influence, expanding this news within the tribe would still be a very easy matter.

"A good method."

Prince Asa showed an expression of appreciation but still shook his head: "However, it is still too obvious — — — —"

Before he could finish, Malachi immediately understood and hurriedly said: "This subordinate understands. I will change the name of the instigator provided to a certain prince."

"Hmm, it seems that not obtaining intelligence on the origins of those knights is not your fault." Prince Asa said, seemingly changing the subject.

Malachi was immediately overjoyed; he understood that Prince Asa meant he would no longer pursue his failure in gathering intelligence.

Seeing that Prince Asa's mood had improved, Boris, who was standing to the side, frowned and said: "Prince Asa, now that the White Cat-Ear Tribe has invited powerful reinforcements, should we continue to attack?"

As the words fell, everyone's gazes focused on Prince Asa, very concerned about whether to fight or retreat next.

Under the reflection of the stove fire, Prince Asa's face became cold again: "We have suffered heavy losses this time; continuing to attack forcibly is not a wise move."

"Let us wait until Malachi gathers their intelligence before discussing the next step of action."

"During this period, move the encampment back a distance first; while recovering military strength, send people back to the tribe to request reinforcements."

"I believe that after Father receives this news, he will definitely not let the White Cat-Ear Tribe grow strong."

"Prince Asa is right." Everyone nodded in agreement.

After the discussion, Prince Asa swept his gaze over the crowd again and warned sternly: "If anyone dares to leak the content of this discussion, you should know the consequences!"

"We will definitely not leak a single word!"

The crowd's expressions became solemn, immediately expressing their loyalty, while an inconspicuous extraordinary Totem Warrior in the crowd had a strange light flash in his eyes.

In the northwest mountain col of the White Cat-Ear Tribe, the wind and snow after the battle became increasingly fierce.

Finding a random excuse about being curious and wanting to explore the periphery of the Dead Mountain, Lister left Black Stone Fortress and came here under Chief Lin Mu's concerned reminder.

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To prevent the slim possibility of a sudden counterattack by Prince Asa's army, Lister left behind most of the knights including Red, taking only Spartacus with him.

Spartacus was already used to his sudden whims, and his heart was filled only with deep excitement.

Of course, what made him happiest was that Lister had brought him this time.

Compared to the fighting and killing that made his blood boil, he preferred to stay by Lister's side and be a "loyal follower."

He was determined to firmly secure the seat of "Chief Personal Protection Knight."

In the deep snow of the mountain col, the two rode their horses and searched quickly.

The inner side of the mountain col, which was adjacent to the Dead Mountain, was not particularly large in total area, so searching for snow-pattern crystals was not laborious.

After searching for about an hour, the two finally discovered the location of the snow-pattern crystals on the north side of the col.

Unlike other areas in the col, small white tornadoes that had not yet fully formed gathered around the area where the snow-pattern crystals were located.

Inside them contained a small amount of ice-element extraordinary energy; in Lister's perception, the power was enough to easily shred any Bronze Knight who intruded.

If he waited until it was fully formed, even he and Spartacus might not be able to enter it safely.

"Let's go!"

Not daring to delay in the slightest, Lister took Spartacus and plunged into the tornado.

Just as they stepped in, the biting, blade-like ice-element energy suddenly attacked them, as if guards had discovered intruders.

The two quickly circulated the Fighting Spirit Seed in their bodies, and a Fighting Spirit shield as tough as mithril instantly wrapped around their whole bodies.

Letting the ice-element energy invade, they felt no pain at all, and their footsteps continued to move forward steadily.

About a quarter of an hour later, the two arrived at the core location of the snow-pattern crystals, and the crystals emitting dazzling white light came into their view.

After a slight glance, Lister's face was filled with joy. There were actually five snow-pattern crystals, and they were all fist-sized.

"Lord Lister, what are these?" Spartacus looked puzzled.

Lister smiled and explained: "These are snow-pattern crystals, a type of rare crystal containing pure ice magic power."

"Ice magic power?" Spartacus smacked his lips slightly.

Although he didn't know the use of snow-pattern crystals, since it was ice magic power, it had nothing to do with him.

He thought this way because he knew that Lister usually took out a portion of the good things he obtained as rewards.

But ice magic power sounded like it had nothing to do with him.

Seeing through his thoughts, Lister immediately smiled and scolded: "You rascal, you only know how to think about good things every day."

"Hehe, this subordinate knows he was wrong." Spartacus touched the back of his head and smiled embarrassedly.

Shaking his head with a laugh, Lister turned and picked up a piece of snow-pattern crystal; it felt ice-cold to the touch.

Fortunately, with the Fighting Spirit shield, otherwise, if he picked it up directly with his palm, it would have been frostbitten by the explosive ice-element energy within.

After sensing it slightly, he took the remaining snow-pattern crystals and put them all into his storage ring.

The moment the last snow-pattern crystal disappeared, the surrounding white tornadoes suddenly went out of control and rioted.

Lister's expression changed, and he hurriedly said: "Not good, the storm is out of control, let's get out quickly."

After speaking, the two figures flickered and rushed out of the place like cannonballs.

When the two retreated from this area, only a ruin formed by ice and snow remained behind.

Black Stone Fortress, Lister's living tent.

After the small post-war celebration banquet ended, Red and the other three came here for a post-war summary meeting as Lister instructed.

The five sat around the fireplace, and Lister at the head of the table took a sip of the steaming hot milk.

After returning to Black Stone Fortress, he learned of the news that Prince Asa's army had retreated and set up camp from Red as soon as possible.

He was not surprised by the expected outcome; obviously, anyone who wasn't an idiot would do this.

The initial direction of the war was exactly the same as the result he had planned; the initiative was already on their side, or to be precise, in his hands.

According to his final goal, he just needed to maintain this situation for the future until Count Theodore's messenger left.

Holding the cup with both hands, his gaze swept over everyone, and Lister said: "I received news from the Magic Cloud Eagle before nightfall; the personnel and supplies from the Iron Thorn Territory have arrived at the Iron Thorn Territory Branch."

"In view of the victory in this battle, which has greatly weakened the strength of Prince Asa's army, they should be quiet for a period of time."

Speaking of this, he looked at Aier and instructed: "And the Iron Thorn Territory Branch cannot be without a Silver Knight stationed for a long time, so tomorrow morning, Aier, you will rush back to the Iron Thorn Territory Branch to take temporary charge of the territory's military defense matters."

"The newly arrived knights and Soldiers will all remain as they were, just need to join the daily training; we will talk about subsequent matters after I return."

"Understood." Aier replied respectfully.

Nodding slightly, Lister continued: "At the celebration banquet, I have already obtained the next combat intentions of Chief Lin Mu and Scott. Their ideas are to continue to defend Black Stone Fortress and drag it out until the war between the Flame Tiger Tribe and the Frost Lion Tribe ends."

"This way, it just fits our current plan, so there is no need to waste words in the future."

"According to my estimation, Count Theodore's messenger should arrive at the Iron Thorn Territory Branch in two or three days."

"After the messenger leaves, I will propose to Chief Lin Mu to launch an attack on Prince Asa's army; it is both to help them eliminate the threat and as a reason for us to leave."

"Do you have anything else you want to add?"

After the four looked at each other, they shook their heads to indicate no.

The meeting ended, the four bid farewell and returned to rest. After Lister washed up, he came to a wide area in the tent to start practicing.

He took out a piece of snow-pattern crystal he had just obtained from the storage ring. After looking at it slightly, he began to release his Spiritual Power combined with Wizardry to absorb the ice-element extraordinary energy inside.

He had already learned ice-element Wizardry before. Although it was just an introduction, with this premise, absorbing the ice-element extraordinary energy in the snow-pattern crystal was not so laborious.

Under the guidance of Spiritual Power, the ice-element extraordinary energy was like fine rain nourishing the earth, madly pouring into his body and merging with the magic vortex at the core of his body.

Bone-chilling cold lingered throughout his body, and even his soul seemed to feel a sting.

I don't know how long it had been, the bone-chilling cold disappeared, and a pure white energy body emitting biting cold air completely merged with the magic vortex.

At this moment, he felt that he had a deeper understanding of the ice-element energy in the air, and the connection between them became easier.

Exhaling a breath of white cold air, he opened his closed eyes and showed a faint smile: "It really is a snow-pattern crystal; it actually increased my control and understanding of ice elements so much all at once."

"But it's a pity that I didn't comprehend the ability to control blizzards."

Although he said it was a pity, he didn't feel any sense of loss in his heart. After all, his talent could be considered upper-middle at best.

If even he could comprehend it at will, then the Church's forces would have long since completely controlled the Pedan Kingdom.

"It seems I can only wait until I go back and let Christina try."

After whispering a word, he continued to comprehend the ice-element energy in his body and took out the Wizardry scroll of Mesfield Yuleia.

From getting the scroll until now, he had learned a lot of Wizardry from it, mostly because he was curious, so he was not very proficient.

Scanning quickly, soon a Wizardry related to ice elements that made him curious came into view.

Sealing Technique: Extreme Cold Freeze!

By releasing extremely cold ice-element energy, the activity of the organism is completely frozen.

The closer to absolute cold, the longer the organism is frozen, even until forever.

But this point was not what he was most concerned about. The point he was most concerned about was that according to this statement, in addition to the function of freezing and sealing, Extreme Cold Freeze also seemed to be able to delay the deterioration of injuries.

If this could really be achieved, then in the future, if he was injured in battle, he could increase the probability of survival through this Wizardry.

Without wasting time, he directly activated the magic imprint behind the introduction content, and a huge spiritual realization filled his mind.

Compared to the Wizardry he had learned before, the learning difficulty of "Extreme Cold Freeze" was the highest.

With the premise of magic imprint realization, it still took him three hours to successfully enter the door.

Without saying a word, he directly took out a knife and cut his palm, and highly active bright Red blood slowly flowed out.

In the next second, the pure extreme cold air realized by "Extreme Cold Freeze" poured out from his body, quickly covering the entire wound.

A scene that made him feel miraculous and happy happened — — — —