Chapter 241: The Offensive and the Unexpected Twist

Chapter 241: The Offensive and the Unexpected Twist

While Lu Heng met with the other human metahumans, Dakville also sent his personal guards to the scene.

So, everything that happened during the meeting was reported to Dakville by his guards.

After Lu Heng returned to Forge Fortress, he went straight to the Council Hall to meet with Dakville and discuss their next course of action.

"Leader, we have 23 available fighters on our side, not a large number, but enough to influence the situation," Lu Heng said.

Dakville pondered for a moment and asked, "But didn't you mention before that there's a traitor among this group of summoned humans?"

Lu Heng nodded, "Yes, so the plan I revealed is not the real one. I've set up a trap; the announced plan is a decoy."

"After hearing this false information, the traitor will undoubtedly pass it on to the Bloodline Demons," Lu Heng continued.

"At that time, we can use this false information to set up a trap and create a breach in the Bloodline Demons' defenses," he concluded.

Dakville agreed, nodding his head in approval of the strategy, "This is a good plan. The Black Iron Clan can finally retake Blackstone Citadel."

Lu Heng added, "Then, Leader, let's study the sand table together and devise an attack strategy."

"Agreed, let's discuss the offensive plan now," Dakville said, walking briskly towards the sand table and examining the miniature Blackstone Citadel on the table. He began analyzing the internal structure of the citadel and the various secret passages, formulating an attack plan.

The two discussed from afternoon until dawn, and then continued into the morning.

After a night of deliberations, they finally settled on an excellent offensive plan.

Dakville pointed at the sand table, making a decision, "It's settled then. We'll send a team of Black Iron Clan warriors to feign an attack on Blackstone Citadel, while the main force will enter through the secret passage into the mine tunnel and breach the citadel from within."

Lu Heng added, "At that time, I'll inform the human metahumans to focus on the main and side gates, feeding false information to the traitor."

After finalizing the offensive plan, it was already the next morning, and Lu Heng only returned to rest when the sky was bright.

Dakville's personal guard had been standing guard at the door all night, only leaving when the sun rose for the shift change.

...

In the following days, the Black Iron Clan and the human metahumans prepared for the battle to retake Blackstone Citadel.

The day before the operation arrived.

Lu Heng gathered the human metahumans once more to announce the offensive plan.

The main attack would be on the main and side gates of Blackstone Citadel, while a team of human metahumans with flight abilities would be dispatched to parachute onto the citadel's dome, attempting to breach from within.

After the offensive plan was communicated, the various teams dispersed to make their preparations.

...

The night before the offensive.

A mysterious figure arrived in Blackstone Citadel and met with the Bloodline Succubus, Salein.

"Your Highness Salein, that human named Lu Heng thinks he's very clever. He released false information on the surface but has a separate plan in mind. He discussed with Dakville all night before finalizing the plan," the mysterious figure said.

A charming smile appeared on Salein's face, and she asked, "So, what is the real offensive plan?"

The mysterious figure didn't answer directly but asked, "Where's what you promised me?"

Salein giggled, "You don't have to worry about that. As long as you help eliminate these Black Iron Dwarves, you'll get everything you desire. Now, tell me, what is the Black Iron Clan's real offensive plan?"

The mysterious figure nodded, "The offensive plan is very detailed. If I hadn't planted the Espionage Eye on one of Dakville's personal guards, I wouldn't have been able to eavesdrop on their conversation."

Salein nodded in approval, "Well done. The Progenitor chose you for a reason. Now, what is the plan?"

The mysterious figure then revealed the secret they had overheard, "It turns out Dakville had a backup plan. When he was younger, he once got lost in the Blackstone Mine and stumbled into an underground cavern.

"This underground cavern is located beneath the western foothills of the Blackstone Mine, so Dakville plans to dig into this cavern, enter the mine tunnel, and breach Blackstone Citadel from within, launching a surprise attack."

"After all, Blackstone Citadel was built by the Black Iron Dwarves, so they are the ones who know the structure of this stone city the best.

"If they manage to enter the citadel through the mine tunnel, the consequences would be clear to you, Your Highness Salein," the mysterious figure concluded.

The Bloodline Succubus, Salein, waved her hand and said, "Very well, your information is valuable. You may leave now."

The mysterious figure received a treasure gifted by Salein and then departed from Blackstone Citadel.

...

After hearing the report, the Bloodline Succubus, Salein, made her way to the Blood Sacrifice Tower.

Inside the tower, the Bloodline Overlord, Assassin, was already waiting.

"Well?" Assassin asked.

"These summoned humans are indeed cunning," Salein replied. "The offensive plan they revealed is a decoy, and they have a treacherous plan in the shadows."

"How do they plan to attack? Whether it's the main gate or the side gate, I'm confident that these Black Iron Dwarves will all die at the city gates," the Bloodline Overlord, Assassin, said with certainty.

Salein shook her head, "No, it's not that simple. This offensive plan is extremely treacherous. If we hadn't received the information in advance, Blackstone Citadel might have truly fallen."

"Oh? Where else can they attack? We've sealed off all the secret passage entrances," Assassin wondered, unable to fathom how the Black Iron Dwarves could breach Blackstone Citadel from any other location.

And the main and side gates of Blackstone Citadel were extremely well-defended.

Three years ago, if it weren't for the traitor from the Black Iron Clan, who assassinated Dakville II in a surprise attack, their Bloodline Demons wouldn't have been able to conquer Blackstone City.

Saleyne pointed downwards and said, "It seems the Black Iron Dwarf Leader had a backup plan. Underneath the western foothills of Blackstone Mine, there's an underground cavern that connects to the mine tunnels."

"They plan to dig through this cavern from the foothills and enter Blackstone City through the mine tunnels."

Asassin narrowed his eyes and chuckled coldly, "These Black Iron Dwarves are truly foolish. If they dare enter the mine tunnels, they'll all die down there."

Saleyne giggled, "Are you sure about that?"

The Bloodline Overlord, Asassin, laughed maniacally and then reached out to caress the beautiful succubus's chin, "Are you unaware of the conditions inside the mine tunnels? Such a dark environment is the perfect battlefield for our Bloodline race. As long as those Black Iron Dwarves dare to step into the tunnels, we'll kill them all without leaving a single one alive."

"These annoying Black Iron Dwarves have been harassing us for three years, hindering our important matters. It's time to take care of them once and for all."

Bloodline Demons are a nocturnal race with exceptional night vision.

The Black Iron Dwarves, on the other hand, are diurnal creatures.

This means that if the battle were to take place at night, the Bloodline Demons would have an absolute advantage.

Therefore, every time the Black Iron Dwarves launched a surprise attack on Blackstone City, they chose to do so during the day.

However, if the battle were to occur in the mine tunnels, regardless of day or night, it would be pitch black.

In the dark tunnels, the Bloodline Demons would become merciless killing machines, while the Black Iron Dwarves would be at their mercy.

As for torches and other lighting tools, their limitations are too great. The Bloodline Demons have countless ways to extinguish the torches, and then the one-sided slaughter would commence.

Saleyne reminded him, "Their attack is scheduled for tomorrow. Aren't you going to take action?"

Asassin wrapped his arms around her waist, his hands roaming over her body, "Don't worry. I'll leave Dakville's blood for you."

The Bloodline Succubus, Saleyne, turned around, freeing herself from Asassin's embrace, and said, "First, let's get things done. After we kill all the Black Iron Dwarves, I'll grant you one wish."

The Bloodline Overlord, Asassin's eyes lit up, "Alright. Gather all our Bloodline warriors and prepare to welcome those foolish Black Iron Dwarves."

He headed into the city and assembled all the Bloodline Demons. Aside from a small group left to guard the city gates, all the other Bloodline Demons entered the mine tunnels to set up an ambush.

Upon hearing that the Black Iron Dwarves would be coming through the mine tunnels, the Bloodline Demons were like predatory beasts waiting for their prey to step into the hunting grounds.

...

The next morning, the Black Iron Clan officially set out, with Dakville leading the charge alongside his warriors.

This assault was their most promising and final chance to reclaim Blackstone City.

Dakville was well aware of the clan's current situation. Three years of conflict had pushed this once not-so-prosperous clan to the brink of decline.

If they failed to reclaim Blackstone City, the entire clan would face the threat of extinction.

By then, they wouldn't even have the strength to defend Forge Fortress.

If they wanted the clan to survive, they would have to migrate again, seeking a new home and starting anew.

However, not every migration would be as fortunate as Dakville I's discovery of Blackstone Mine, an ideal habitat for the Black Iron Dwarves.

For the Black Iron Clan, the future held a life-or-death situation.

Dakville understood that this battle was their last stand. If they couldn't win, the clan would have no future.

This time, the Black Iron Dwarf warriors from Forge Fortress were going all out, bringing all their weapons and equipment.

Only the children and some of the women remained behind.

In addition to the Black Iron Clan warriors, human mutants also gathered and headed towards Blackstone Mine.

According to the initial attack plan, they were to focus on the main gate and side gates of Blackstone City.

However, this was just a cover, a false message.

As the troops approached Blackstone Mine, the Black Iron Clan's wizards worked together to cast an invisibility curtain, allowing them to stealthily approach Blackstone City.

Subsequently, two teams of Black Iron Clan warriors were left to feign attacks on the main and side gates.

The rest of the Black Iron Clan warriors rushed to the western foothills of Blackstone Mine, preparing to start digging through the mine tunnels.

The Black Iron Clan was skilled in mining, and thus, they were naturally adept at digging.

Above Blackstone City, the Bloodline Succubus, Saleyne, and the Bloodline Overlord, Asassin, stood atop a mountain, observing the movements of the Black Iron Dwarves below. Asassin chuckled coldly, "As expected, they're planning to infiltrate Blackstone City through the mine tunnels."

"Rest assured, my Bloodline warriors are all lying in wait in the tunnels. Once they enter, we'll slaughter them all, leaving none alive."

Just as he spoke, a sudden explosion rocked the lava river, and molten lava flowed into the mine tunnels.

This unexpected turn of events shocked the Bloodline Overlord, Asassin, "What's happening?!"

The surging lava poured into the mine tunnels, a terrifying heat capable of incinerating all life.

And his Bloodline warriors were all lying in wait within those tunnels.

(End of Chapter)

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