Chapter 140
Aili appeared hesitant, “I…”
Before she could speak, Hiluviya beside her took the lead and said, “Lord, I know the location of the former lord’s territory, it’s about twenty kilometers from here.”
“If you are willing to give me this half rabbit, I would be happy to take you there.”
Compared to Aili, although Hiluviya also came from the Melando Mage Association, she was more mature.
She had a few freckles on her face, like a big sister next door.
Cao Xing smiled and directly handed the other half of the rabbit to Hiluviya.
Hiluviya accepted it as if it were a treasure, then began to devour it ravenously, chewing with big bites, completely disregarding any so-called ladylike demeanor.
The system prompt appeared.
[Your territory member Hiluviya tasted the delicious roasted rabbit meat, attributes have been enhanced, loyalty has increased, current loyalty: 62]
Cao Xing nodded with satisfaction.
Hiluviya’s loyalty had also reached a passable level, so there was no worry about her rebelling.
Meanwhile, Cao Xing looked at the three Imperial Knights beside him, their eyes also filled with longing.
Then, he took two rabbits from his backpack, each divided into halves.
The three soldiers received them with trembling hands.
“Thank you, esteemed Lord!”
Under the temptation of delicious food, their loyalty all increased to over 60.
Moreover, they informed Cao Xing about the location of their former territories, including the state of their development.
After listening to them, Cao Xing nodded in acknowledgment.
Except for one of the Imperial Soldiers who mentioned that there were still survivors in his former territory, the other territories were basically abandoned.
Four territories, if they could all be conquered, aside from other resources, he could bring back at least sixteen Polar People!
For Cao Xing, who needed many hands, this was a significant asset.
At this moment, only the last Mage Apprentice, Aili, persistently refused to disclose the location of the former lord’s territory.
Hiluviya also tried persuading her from the side.
Cao Xing, holding the last half piece of rabbit meat, looked at her with a mysterious smile.
Ultimately, Aili conceded.
She respectfully knelt before Cao Xing, “Lord, please grant Aili some food!”
“Aili is willing to lead you to the former lord’s territory.”
Cao Xing smiled, “You made the right choice, Aili.”
Then, he also gave Aili half a rabbit.
Aili accepted it cautiously and took the first bite directly.
Like the others.
All the stubbornness vanished in an instant when tasting the delicious rabbit meat.
In her eyes, small stars even appeared.
[Your territory member Aili tasted the delicious roasted rabbit meat, attributes have been enhanced, loyalty has increased, current loyalty: 63]
Behind, Liu Muxue also had a comforting smile on her face.
Then, from Aili’s revelation, Cao Xing learned the location of the last territory.
Based on the positions provided by these six newcomers, Cao Xing roughly calculated the orientation in his mind.
Cao Xing frowned, “The distance seems a bit far…”
“The distance between each territory is roughly ten to twenty kilometers.”
“Even if the route is planned well, making a full round and rushing back to the territory would still take two to three hours.”
“And because we need to bring the herd of cattle and sheep, this time would be significantly extended, making it hard to return before dark…”
After pondering for a moment, Cao Xing came up with an idea.
He called Assam over.
“Knight Assam, you escort Mr. Mel and his cattle and sheep back to the territory first.”
“I will have Renice go with you to ensure no mistakes.”
Assam and Renice saluted simultaneously.
“Your command is my mission, I will never let any harm come to Mr. Mel or the herd!”
Renice also clenched her weapon, “My arrows will safeguard the herd’s safety.”
Cao Xing nodded, “Very good, then you may head back now, safe travels.”
Assam nodded heavily and then led the herd towards the territory.
The team split.
Cao Xing, on the other hand, took Sarah, Hilda, Liu Muxue, and the six newcomers towards another direction.
In this way, the strongest three powerhouses, Da Bai, Sarah, and Hilda were still with him, so safety wasn’t a concern.
As for Assam’s side, it wasn’t too far from the territory, with his and Renice’s abilities, they could handle many dangers.
At this moment, the Mage Apprentice Hiluviya took the lead, “Lord, the location of the former lord is only fifteen kilometers from us. Let me lead you there!”
Cao Xing nodded, “Alright, Hiluviya, lead the way.”
“Hilda, cast Queen’s Will on all these newcomers to speed up our movement.”
Queen Blood Spider came over; the strong smell of blood caused the six newcomers to hold their breath.
They seemed very frightened by Hilda.
Hilda wore an impatient look on her face, then slowly raised two slender arms, her black-purple lips opening slightly.
“In the name of the Queen, I summon you to charge for me!”
Instantly, the six newcomers only felt an irresistible will descend into their minds, making them want to rush to the battlefield and engage in combat with the enemy.
Meanwhile, a peculiar energy infused their bodies, greatly enhancing their mobility!
Aili remarked, “What a… terrifying power…”
The other three Imperial Soldiers were even more amazed, “If this was on the battlefield, the power of this Lady Blood Spider could even sway the outcome of a war!”
Cao Xing smiled, then he and Liu Muxue respectively enhanced them with various statuses.