"The humans are attacking Brandon Stone City?"
Cadker widened his eyes in disbelief at Verna who stood before him.
He didn't even care about the pastry that had fallen to the ground.
It wasn't for any other reason, but the news that Vierna brought him was just too shocking.
Cadker was naturally aware of the humans' presence near Brandon Stone City.
However, the only thing he wasn't sure of was the intentions of the humans, which was why he used a bait to lure Jenn over to help him investigate.
It wasn't that Cadker didn't consider the possibility of the humans attacking him. Even though the difference in strength between the surface and the underground was too huge, the military strength of Brandon Stone City was more than enough to destroy a small country on the surface.
But the problem was that both sides didn't understand each other well. To the Dark Region, the humans from the surface were as though they came from another world.
Moreover, the legends left behind by the Second World War made the residents of the Dark Region increasingly vigilant and worried about the humans from the surface.
It was just like how when Earthlings heard about aliens, their first reaction was that they were high-tech lifeforms that controlled UFOs to explore Earth. They definitely wouldn't mix them up with gorillas who hadn't even lost their fur.
Even though the Dark Dwarves had fought a few battles with the humans in the past, the gray dwarves' cautiousness prevented them from figuring out their true strength.
This made Cadker even more suspicious. In addition, Zayen had not responded for many days, which also gave Cadker a shock.
If the humans were so powerful that they could even kill a Necromancer, would he still be able to protect Brandon Stone City?
Just as Cadker was deeply worried, another piece of bad news came to him from the front. The humans had already gathered and were stationed not far from Brandon Stone City.
After receiving this news, Cadker couldn't help but feel nervous. But at that moment, he more or less hoped that the humans were here to communicate with him. Perhaps they had heard of Brandon Stone City's reputation and wanted to strike a deal with the gray dwarves.
Of course, if they needed the gray dwarves' assistance, it wasn't impossible as long as the price was right …
But it was a pity that Verna's news destroyed Cadker's final hope. Could it be that the humans were really going to start the third world war?
At this thought, Cadker couldn't help but shiver in fear. He had as though seen his Brandon Stone City being destroyed by the evil races from the surface.
What to do?
What should he do?
Cadker threw away the dessert in his hand, frowned and stood up, pacing around anxiously.
Right now, he didn't have any good ideas. If the humans were really as powerful as he thought, then Brandon Stone City would definitely not be able to defend!
But … were humans really that powerful?
Judging from what happened to the patrols earlier, these humans seem to be quite average in strength … No, no, no, I heard that their equipment isn't that great either. Perhaps they're slaves sent by the surface factions to exhaust us.
Just like the Dark Elves' goblins. If that was the case, then they definitely had elite troops hidden behind them …
Cadker paced back and forth. Ideas flashed through his mind one after another, but he couldn't come up with a reliable solution.
Cadker had even considered whether he should lead his clansmen away from this place before the enemy attacked.
Fortunately, the Gray Dwarf's greedy nature made him dispel this seemingly crazy idea.
No matter what, this was the Grey Dwarves' city, and surrendering without a fight was not in the Grey Dwarves' character.
By the way, where's Sir Mage?
When Cadker thought of this question, he was astonished to discover that Verna had vanished from his sight.
What exactly is going on?
Why did she leave before I even finished my sentence?
"S-Sir, something bad has happened!"
While Cadker was baffled, he heard hurried shouts from the outside. Shortly after, a Gray Dwarf soldier stumbled into Cadker's parlor.
Before the Gray Dwarf Consul flared up, the Gray Dwarf soldier reported with a pale expression.
"Humans, the humans have already invaded Brandon Stone City!!"
"What?
How is this possible?
What exactly is going on?!
How did they break through the defensive line? Why didn't anyone inform me?!
What are you guys up to?! "
When he heard that, Cadker jumped up immediately.
What a joke. Brandon Stone City's defenses were relatively tight. Even the Dark Elves couldn't infiltrate the tall city walls easily.
I didn't receive any reports of defeat from the frontlines. Could it be that the humans are that powerful to break through the Gray Dwarves' defensive line so easily?
"No, Sir Consul. They didn't break through the city walls."
Looking at Cadker's furious expression, the soldier was taken aback. Then, he hurriedly explained.
"They didn't break through the city walls?"
Cadker was even more infuriated.
"If they didn't break through the city walls, how did those damn humans enter my Brandon Stone City? Could it be that they dug a tunnel?"
"That's indeed the case, Sir!
They did dig a tunnel to enter Brandon Stone City! "
"What did you say?"
Cadker's mind went blank when he heard the news.
He stared at the guard, unable to believe what he had just said.
In the entire Dark Region, the Gray Dwarves were the greatest architects. They understood the stones in this region better than anyone else and it was due to this that the Gray Dwarves were able to survive in the Dark Region until now.
They were more sensitive to stones than anyone else. Normally speaking, if someone dared to steal from the Gray Dwarves' territory, they would definitely be aware of it!
But now, the humans actually dug a tunnel right under the Gray Dwarves' noses?
These tunnels were obviously not dug by Locus and the others. Although the humans had a history of digging mines on the surface, they didn't have the ability to do so under the Gray Dwarves' noses.
In fact, these tunnels were all designed by Jenn a long time ago.
After confirming that Brandon Stone City would be under his control, Jenn sent the Goblins to dig a tunnel around the Gray Dwarves.
Although the Gray Dwarves' digging techniques were indeed superb, they couldn't deviate from the normal rules.
However, Jenn's Goblins didn't belong to the 'normal rules'. With just a few shovels, they could dig a tunnel, which was much faster than the Gray Dwarves.
Of course, Cadker didn't know Jenn's evil intentions. The fact that his city was dug by the humans was a huge blow to him.
"What about the humans?"
"The garrison is fighting them. These humans aren't strong, I think we can …"
"Fool!"
Cadker couldn't hold it in any longer and punched the Gray Dwarves.
"Those humans are just scouts. There must be an elite troop behind them!
Send people to eliminate the humans immediately and block the gap.
Send out all the garrison troops and declare a state of emergency in Brandon Stone City. Ask all women and children to stay at home.
I'm going to the front line myself and see what those damn humans are up to! "
As Cadker led the Gray Dwarves to the front line aggressively, he didn't realize that a pair of eyes were staring at them from the Blackstone Sentry Tower outside Brandon Stone City.
"Cadker has left the ruling residence."
Vierna scoffed as she stared at the retreating figure of the gray dwarf. She then turned to look at Zayen.
"Those soldiers are searching and searching. I think this should be our best chance."
"Not quite there yet, but it's not too bad."
In response to Verna's words, Zayen sneered, turned around, and headed toward the stairs of the Blackstone Outpost Tower.
"It's up to Pattilina now. As for the Gray Dwarves … You know what to do, Verna.
Don't worry. If everything goes well, you can become the leader of Brandon Stone City after this farce ends. "
"I hope so."
Upon hearing his words, Verna couldn't help but reveal a smug expression. She gazed at Zayen's back, before shifting her gaze to the pitch-black, gloomy city in front of her.
Next, it was up to Pattilina to see if everything went well.
As Cadker led the Gray Dwarves to the front line, Locus knitted his brows and gazed at the young lady beside him sternly.
"Miss Pattilina, are we really going to attack Brandon Stone City?"
Locus wasn't aware of the identity of this mysterious young lady clad in armor.
He only knew that this young lady suddenly appeared beside Jenn and Jenn had never mentioned her background to him.
However, her powerful battle prowess and gorgeous armor made many Holy Knights believe that Pattilina was the emissary of the God of War — a Valkyrie from the Divine Kingdom.
"Of course!"
Pattilina swept a disdainful glance at Locus and raised the pike in her hand.
"This is Master's order. We have to defeat these underground bugs and show them how powerful we are!
No matter what, as a warrior, since you're already here, don't tell me you're thinking of running away? "
"This …"
Locus was speechless. He had to admit that Pattilina's words were indeed in line with the teachings of the God of War. The most important thing for a warrior was to face battles bravely.
At this moment, even Locus believed that Pattilina was the incarnation of a Valkyrie.
"Good!"
Upon seeing that Locus no longer objected, Pattilina revealed a victorious smile. Then, she raised the pike and pointed it forward.
"Then, next, let's hold a grand fireworks party!"