Overgeared

After annihilating Borneo’s army and absorbing Patrian. Lauel took control of Borneo and looked at a map of Eternal.

“By conquering Patrian, we have succeeded in completely connecting the north and the west. From now on, we’ll use the resources produced in the north to defend against the empire’s invasion based on Reidan, the Eternal Kingdom’s invasion based on Patrian, and the Gauss Kingdom’s invasion based on Borneo.”

Reidan, Patrian, and Borneo were able to form a triangular defense zone. The disadvantage of having to disperse their troops was created, but there was the tremendous advantage of not having to worry about their rear.

‘Looking at the current situation, we’ll be able to hold on for the next two years. If we hold on, there’s a chance to counterattack.’

The problem was Cork Island, separated from the southern part of the Eternal Kingdom by the sea. It was impossible to protect it. Lauel made a painful decision.

"...Give up Cork Island. Please have all the members residing there return to Reidan.”

Peak Sword fiercely argued against it. "Cork Island is the territory that the Silver Knights Guild won after a fierce battle! We can’t give it up so easily!”

Toban spoke carefully. “Cork Island has a high profit as a tourist destination and has 23 mines. It’s the territory with the highest value, so it’s hard to obediently give it up.”

Lauel replied coolly. “But what can we do? It’s impossible to spare resources and forces for Cork Island.”

Lauel also felt regret that they had to give it up. It would be a lingering regret. But he needed to make a realistic decision. He couldn’t be emotional like Peak Sword or express an opinion without a solution like Toban. Lauel had the responsibility of being Grid’s representative.

"Cork Island won’t be able to last long against an offensive from Eternal. It’s better to not be obsessed with it and give it up instead of receiving huge damages.”

Lauel showed an objective judgment, but Peak Sword declared.

“I will go to Cork Island. I’ll protect it for as long as I can. Just give me permission to take 10 guild members from the Silver Knights. I’m well aware of the lacking manpower, but please do me this favor. I will make sure that you benefit from this.”

"...”

Peak Sword’s skills were among the top in Overgeared. He didn’t perform well in the National Competition. However, it was inevitable due to the nature of his class. Looking at simple combat ability, he was just below Regas and Pon, and his leadership was better than theirs.

"...If you have the Silver Knights members, you will be able to extend the time it takes for Cork Island to be occupied.”

The limit was probably one or two months. The resources and taxes from those two months would certainly be a great help to Overgeared. But Lauel thought the damage was larger than the benefits.

"Peak Sword, Cork Island doesn’t have any monsters suitable for third advancement classes to hunt. Your growth during your stay there will be stagnant. In the long run, this will be a huge loss of power for Overgeared. Thus, I can’t send you...”

"No, I can grow without hunting.” Peak Sword interrupted Lauel’s words with a hoe. No, it was a pickaxe. "I will stay in the mines when I’m not defending the island.”

as his stats. He would become

territory for me. It resembles Dokdo. So Lauel, please sent me to Cork Island. I will protect it as long

two months. No, he would secure funds for Overgeared by defending Cork Island for three or four months. Lauel finally gave

is comparable to

this? Lauel laughed at the thought. A gentle smile that couldn’t be

will believe

Sword. A person with persistence and a noble mind, he closely resembled

as possible on Cork

Sword respectfully rose from his seat and said

and collect resources for the

on that day. He had 10 elite members of the Silver Knights with him.

Overgeared members between Reidan, Patrian, and Borneo, telling them their top

prepared for war and concentrate on levelling up. Spend all the assets you’ve collected on potions and just

would stay in Reidan. He placed the safety of Duchess Irene and

***

“Finally, it’s starting.”

techniques. Therefore, he heard when

afraid. My shadows will

Kasim’s hatred for the empire was great. Lord spoke to the man who was burning with

control your breathing. Assassins must manage their

a big

was thrilled to see how Lord was

Sururuk.

into

Lord, it’s

visited Lord. Lord’s response wasn’t

studying great

the great demons are the enemies of all species on this earth. It’s natural for you to acquire information

like great

to manage his emotions, wasn’t controlling his emotions at all. He pouted and started complaining. Even a continent-level genius couldn’t control his emotions when he was

great demons. It’s scary. Let’s study something

eyes. The child had a lovely appearance that combined the merits of his mother and

‘Ugh... So cute.’

Sticks

have to learn

"...”