He is the Lord of MC, not the God of Light!

Chapter 73 73. The army marches out, this war is called liberation
"Due to the pervasive propaganda campaign and the testimony of former Treetop City residents, all sorts of rumors are now rampant in Treetop City."

"The concepts of the Dawn Cult have taken root in people's hearts, and public dissatisfaction with the Cleveland and Lehman family has become increasingly apparent."

"However, since most of the city defense forces are diehards brought from the capital by these two major families, Treetop City won't be in major trouble."

In the castle conference room, Uriel reported to Ian what he had gained during this period.

"Thanks to the excellent mobility of the Winged Clan warriors, we have never been discovered. Currently, the two families are busy suppressing the spread of public opinion."

"Your Holiness, according to reports from the Winged Clan warriors, the Cleveland and Leman families have close ties with King Birka and may be involved in the battle for the crown prince."

"Also, according to the people of Treetop City, three elves came to the city some time ago."

Ian nodded slightly, not feeling surprised at all.

The elves' research on the demons is already the most in-depth among the alliance of hundreds of races.

When zombies suddenly appeared and attacked, Cleveland and Lehman sought help from the royal capital, so it was normal to contact the elves.

When the elves learned that a new species of demon had appeared, they would naturally send people over.

As expected, there must be an elven druid wizard.

Leal also spoke up:
"Our clergy have already entered the four cities adjacent to Treetop City and begun preaching."

"To ensure the smooth progress of the mission, I have mobilized some bone meal and food. Currently, there are about 3,000 Dawn believers in the four cities."

"Your Holiness, are you planning the next strategic step for conquering Treecrown City?"

Ian smiled without saying anything and looked at Markov.

"Paladin Markov, please report our Dawn Cult's current combat sequence."

"Yes!"

Markov stood up suddenly, his tone full of pride.

"After this period of development and preparation, the Dawn Cult's regular Holy See Army has reached 1,600 men. With horse training, they can now mount two horses per person."

"There are nine hundred Winged Tribe soldiers in service, all of whom are proficient in using the Dawn Bow."

"There are three thousand wolves in the regular pack, and each one is as powerful as the Warcraft Wind Wolf."

"Military supplies, food, weapons, alchemical potions, etc., are enough to sustain a war lasting two months."

"Your Holiness, our Dawn's Holy See Army is confident enough to win any war to annihilate a nation!"

The development of the Vatican Army surprised Layal, who had not had time to pay attention to them during this period.

Looking back from the time I arrived in Blackwater City until now, it seems like it has only been about a month.

The development of the Dawn Cult has surpassed the decades of accumulation of the Phobos family.

At this moment, Leal realized again the horror of faith.

But what is more terrifying is probably the strength of the MC world.

"very good!"

Ian turned to look at Layal, a hint of teasing in his tone.

"Archbishop Leal, do you have any other suggestions for strategic planning?"

Layal gave a wry smile and shook his head.

"Your Holiness, with our current strength, Treetop City is not enough to become a stumbling block for us..."

"Then the army will march out!"

Ian said this in a decisive tone.

Immediately, he placed his hands on the table and leaned forward.

"Order: Archbishop Leyal is the supreme commander of this battle. Lead 700 Vatican cavalry and 300 Winged Tribe warriors to liberate Treecrown City!"

"This battle requires no strategy. Wherever the dawn reaches, it will sweep away all impurities with the force of thunder! May Treetop City be blessed by the dawn's grace!"

"All war supplies are allocated by Sister Lacia."

"Archbishop Leyal, I am waiting at the starting point for the good news you will bring back for Dawn!"

Layal stood up suddenly and put one hand on his chest.

"The dawn will last forever!"

Soon, Harun and the other knights followed Lacia and the others to get supplies.

In this battle, if nothing unexpected happens, the longest phase will probably be the journey.

As for Treetop City, to put it bluntly, they can hold out for a long time and Ian looks up to them.

Leal stayed behind to finalize the details with Ian.

There were only the two of them in the huge conference room. Looking at Ian sitting in the sun, Layar couldn't help but sigh.

Their Master Ian is becoming more and more majestic like the Pope.

"Layer, after this battle, leave 300 Vatican troops to garrison Treetop City. You return first. We have more important things to do."

"I will have Father Matthew arrange for clergy to settle in Treetop City, educate the people of Treetop City, and continue to expand the Vatican Army."

"This arrow shot from Treetop City will fly for a while in the Principality of Birka."

Layal nodded in response, then whispered:
"Master Ian, the people from the Cleveland and Lehman families..."

"Try to capture them alive."

Layar frowned, but before he could ask, Ian chuckled and said,
"I'm afraid they'll die too quickly."

...Treetop City.

"Have you heard? The zombie plague is still spreading. The Yaqi family in East City disappeared today."

In the alley, people were whispering.

The next moment, a gritting and sarcastic voice sounded.

"Of course I need to explain that. We are so lucky to have two kind city lords! Damn those nobles! Our lives are worth less than slimes in their eyes!"

"It would be great if I could get out of the city... Anyway, I want to visit the city blessed by the great dawn."

"The redemption coupon says that there are miracles everywhere over there, people have enough food and clothing, and don't have to worry about demons..."

Someone muttered softly.

"Could it be fake?"

"How is that possible! The redemption voucher is fake, so are those guys fake too? Everyone saw that Modo became a poisonous person, but now he's living happily in Blackwater City."

"All I need to do every day is pray and complete my work, and I will be able to enjoy a wonderful life that I never dared to imagine before, and I will also have the protection of the dawn..."

The crowd was silent for a long time, and then someone said inwardly:

"It's a shame those damned noble lackeys have sealed off the city... I heard they've been scrambling to find redemption coupons lately. Yesterday, Old Drew's hidden redemption coupons were discovered, and he was beaten to death..."

"Ah... When will this day end? When will the dawn come to save us? Are we not pious enough?"

Just as he finished speaking, heavy footsteps were heard at the entrance of the alley.

"The city defense forces are coming! Run!"

In an instant, the crowd turned into birds and beasts and scattered, using the complex terrain to escape.

Soon, the city defense army rushed over, smashed things everywhere, took the redemption coupons scattered on the ground and left.

……

"boom!"

This is the seventeenth delicate vase to be smashed in the past few days.

In the meeting room of the City Lord's Mansion, Cleveland and Lehman looked gloomily at the burning redemption coupon that was gradually turning into ashes.

"Damn you little bastard! How dare you try this on us?"

Cleveland's eyes were filled with resentment as he turned and grabbed the city defense soldier by the collar.

"Haven't you caught anyone yet?"

"No...no..."

"waste!"

The eighteenth vase was smashed by the city defense forces.

"Okay, there's no point in getting angry with him."

Lehman's face was cold and his tone was stiff.

Cleveland stepped forward quickly.

"Brother Leman, you've seen what's been happening in Treetop City these past few days. Those untouchables are even daring to resist. If this continues, what are we going to do?"

"Damn it! The elves haven't made any move yet, and that little bastard is trying to trick me. Damn it! I should have killed him right away!"

As soon as he finished speaking, Lehman's eyes suddenly lit up and he grabbed Cleveland.

"Brother, what did you just say?"

"Kill him directly?"

"Yes! Kill him right away!"

Lehman spoke excitedly and slammed his palm hard.

"We've been so busy lately!"

"The soldier who transported the poisoned man hasn't returned yet. It's most likely that the little bastard killed him, but now he's causing trouble in our Treetop City again."

"I guess... No! I'm sure! Blackwater City must be overrun by poisonous people right now, so that little bastard used this stupid trick to distract us."

Cleveland is getting a little impatient.

"Brother, just say what you want to say, don't keep me in suspense!"

Lehman's eyes flashed, and he was annoyed by Cleveland's attitude, but he still responded:
"We can take advantage of this moment to march out with our entire army and head straight to Blackwater City to encircle and annihilate that little bastard."

"Even if the king questions us then, we can say that a new type of demon appeared in Blackwater City, and we were forced to send troops to suppress it in order to control the spread of the poisonous people."

"As for that little bastard, it's only natural that he died at the hands of a poisoner, isn't it? Just ask the Third Prince for help. His Majesty the King won't care about a downtrodden Phobos family!"

Upon hearing this, Cleveland could no longer sit still.

He immediately stood up and urged:
"Brother, what are you waiting for? Hurry up and mobilize the troops! Every day that little bastard lives is a day of misery for me!"

The gloom on Lehman's face disappeared, he looked deeply at Cleveland, and then strode out of the meeting room.

"Order, all troops assemble!"

As soon as he finished speaking, before the guards beside him had time to go out to pass the message, a city defense soldier hurriedly came running outside the door.

"Lord City Lord, something bad has happened! A large army is approaching from outside the city!"

(End of this chapter)