Chapter 2881 - 961: Werewolf Eris: Laying Flat Is a Way of Life

Chapter 2881: Chapter 961: Werewolf Eris: Laying Flat Is a Way of Life

Although the negotiations regarding the ownership of the Kafuhoka region have seen no substantial progress, not even the completion of the negotiations themselves, Lupa’s secret meeting with the God of the North Wind has proven to be quite fruitful.

At the very least, her personal arrival provides the Winter Wolf Army and the Wilderness Corps, currently in an awkward situation, with a dignified reason to withdraw from the front lines.

The Klim Fortress where the northerners were originally stationed is gone, and with Cardman City of the Transia People standing there, they certainly won’t allow the northerners to station themselves. Therefore, since the end of the battle on the central battlefield, General Baldwin’s forces have been stationed at the far eastern end of the Maginot Line.

Not only is their position illegitimate, but thanks to Murphy’s maneuver, Cardman City has conveniently fallen directly in their path of retreat, geographically turning them into isolated troops.

The second route to return to Nordtof is to circle behind Transylvania’s central area and return to Kafuhoka from Bataxin City.

But the route through Crimson Castle is even less feasible, unless Murphy or the Crimson Regent goes insane, permitting foreign troops with territorial disputes to march through their lands would be akin to self-destructive behavior.

General Baldwin had planned to discuss this matter with General Kudell, the commander of the Maginot Line, but the Queen’s quiet visit perfectly resolved this issue.

The warriors from both corps will ceremoniously pass through Cardman City under the guise of the Queen’s escort, and Milian, in respect for the Queen of a nation, did not refuse this action.

Lupa cannot stay here long.

As the ruler of a nation, she has many matters to attend to, and even the meeting with the Divine Spirit can only be brief. More importantly, Old Su Head must depart from the material world no later than the day after tomorrow, so there’s no time for a grand ceremony.

However, the Winter Wolf Religion has already decided to designate this region, which became the Eternal Frost Land due to Su’s arrival, as a "Sanctuary."

They plan to construct a Winter Wolf Sanctuary here, simultaneously serving as a memorial for those who sacrificed themselves during the fifth Black Disaster. This decision was unanimously agreed upon by Lupa and the Governor of Transia, deciding on the spot that the Religion would fund it, with the Transia Stonemason Brotherhood responsible for the design and construction.

This was the only consensus reached during this brief meeting.

After discussing these matters, Her Majesty the Wolf Queen declined Murphy’s hypocritical banquet invitation and departed in her luxurious and grand coach, as the soldiers of the Winter Wolf Army and Wilderness Corps who had already been assembled followed their Queen in retreat.

The gates of Cardman City opened wide for the distinguished guests, and citizens gathered along the road to watch the spectacle. However, the occasional foul language from the crowd expressed the Transia People’s attitude toward the northerners, with the last shred of dignity being not throwing rotten vegetables at the Queen’s court carriage.

After all, to these Star Realm Wanderers whose thinking remains stuck nine months prior, the Kafuhoka region was indisputably the territory of the Posya Confederation, even if the confederation is now a historical term. As the main nation before independence, Transylvania undeniably holds legal dominion over the Kafuhoka region, so these northerners who seized the territory during the chaos deserve a good beating!

This public sentiment worries General Baldwin as he retreats with Lupa, adopting a cautious stance regarding any potential conflict between the two parties. He has decided that upon the Winter Wolf Army’s return to Kafuhoka, he will immediately construct a temporary defense line behind Cardman City’s position to prepare for any possible conflict.

But having witnessed how the People’s Army brutally defeated the Wolf People, even the most confident northerners wouldn’t believe a hastily built defense line could withstand a full-scale attack by the Transia People.

Given the current situation, the General is certain that once Transylvania tears the diplomatic veil and initiates war, they could likely control most of the Kafuhoka Plains within a month. However, this threat cannot be effectively countered, as the Foreign Spirit Heroes who accomplished the feat of slaying gods and continue to grow stronger present an unsolvable problem.

If Wolf People are psychologically scarred from facing the foreigners, the outcome for the northerners on the battlefield likely won’t be very favorable either.

"Sir Baldwin, thank you for your hard work on the front lines this time."

As General Baldwin indulged in his pessimistic thoughts, Lupa’s voice rang out from within the carriage, somewhat tired, yet encouraging:

"I heard from my brother about the heroic performance of your grandfather in this battle, truly worthy of being a valiant ancestor who campaigned in the Great Wilderness alongside the Hero King. My only regret is not having had the chance to meet him in person."

"Your Majesty, you overpraise. Before departing, my grandfather instructed me to serve the nation more diligently."

General Baldwin said solemnly:

"I believe if he saw such an outstanding ruler as you inherit the Hero King’s throne, he would genuinely feel happy for the nation. But Your Majesty, regarding the potential disputes over the Kafuhoka region...

I know saying this might seem weak, but I truly advise against engaging in conflict with the Transia People at this time.