Chapter 192: Cooperation and Offensive
Douglas nodded toward the Ghost Beastman Centurion beside him.
The Centurion stepped forward and spread out a massive goatskin map on the ground.
The map displayed the Irisis Principality.
"We will launch a two-pronged attack. The Demon Army will invade the eastern border of the Irisis Principality through the Ogre Mountain Range!"
With a wave of his hand, Douglas placed an oak chess piece on the Ogre Mountain Range.
In the mountain range was a canyon that directly led to the eastern border of the Irisis Principality.
At the canyon's strategic point, there was a fortress.
"This is the Eastern Border Fortress of the Irisis Principality, 'Garrison Fort.' The Demon Army will conquer it."
With another wave of his hand, Douglas placed another chess piece on the southern border of the Irisis Principality.
"The Goblin Army will follow the Goblin River downstream, invading the southern border of the Irisis Principality, sweeping through the Twilight Forest. This will draw the attention of the Irisis Principality, effectively dividing their forces. Once the Demon Army conquers Garrison Fort, we will advance northward on two fronts to take the capital city, 'Obenlo'!"
"I will send Centaur couriers to maintain communication between the two armies!"
Looking down at the map before him, Li Meng's face showed a pensive expression.
What Douglas laid out was only the initial plan.
The key point lay in Garrison Fort within the Ogre Mountain Range.
If the Demon Army failed to conquer Garrison Fort and returned empty-handed, the Goblins in the Goblin Forest would become a thorn in the Irisis Principality's side.
After all, the southern border of the Irisis Principality and the Goblin Forest had no natural barriers, making access via waterways very easy.
"Alright, I agree!"
Regardless of whether there were demons involved, some things wouldn't change.
Rather than waiting for humans to bring the fight to them, it was better to take the initiative and test the sharpness of human blades.
Thus, Li Meng reached an agreement with the Demon Army.
Less than an hour after entering the tent, Li Meng's massive steel frame left again.
Without lingering in the Demon Camp, Li Meng headed toward the outside.
Only Agatha came to see him off.
The two walked side by side along the main path of the camp.
"Hey, Goblin, are you really not interested in that bet?"
Looking up at the big figure beside her, Agatha winked flirtatiously.
Li Meng glanced at her, expressionless.
"You're too small; you'd die."
Li Meng had no intention of letting Agatha die beneath him.
After all, Agatha was Douglas's sister.
Agatha giggled, her laughter shaking her body like a flower in the wind.
"How would you know without trying?"
Was she serious?
Li Meng wondered inwardly as he glanced at Agatha beside him.
"Then come back to my tribe with me."
Agatha smiled coyly, winking at Li Meng.
"That's not possible. Follow me!"
With that, Agatha leaped up gracefully, her slender figure landing atop Li Meng's shoulder.
"That way!" she directed, pointing northward.
"No, if I take off my armor, I can't put it back on."
Agatha looked regretful.
"I see. Then I'll escort you out!"
As they walked through the camp, the two continued their conversation.
Agatha wasn't a succubus but seemed very much like one, with two out of every three sentences relating to "sex," constantly teasing Li Meng.
"Do I smell good?"
"Yes, good enough to eat in one bite."
Sitting on Li Meng's shoulder, Agatha giggled. She extended her delicate hand to knock on Li Meng's helmet.
"Women aren't for eating!"
Amidst Agatha's laughter, Li Meng walked out of the camp.
Seeing the golden wilderness, Agatha stretched lazily. She leaned slightly against Li Meng's helmet.
"Let's go. I'll return with you."
Although Li Meng didn't know why Agatha suddenly changed her mind, he didn't dwell on it.
It was just bringing a woman back.
Agatha wasn't unattractive; she was a beautiful young lady.
A woman offering herself was not something to refuse.
"Goblin King, wait!"
As Li Meng prepared to run, hoofbeats approached from behind, along with Margarita's voice.
Turning around, Li Meng saw Margarita running out from the camp.
"You... you?"
Seeing the graceful figure on Li Meng's shoulder, Margarita's expression shifted. Her face showed a mix of emotions before she continued running forward.
Stopping in front of Li Meng, Margarita took a deep breath, her gaze meeting his. She nodded slightly before turning to run into the golden wilderness.
What did that mean?
Li Meng watched Margarita's retreating figure, puzzled.
She called out to him but said nothing.
Could it be...
Inside his helmet, Li Meng grinned.
It seemed Agatha's presence had deterred Margarita from saying more.
Nodding as she did likely meant something specific.
"She looks familiar. Who is she?" Agatha asked curiously, watching Margarita disappear into the distance.
Apparently, Agatha didn't recognize Margarita's identity.
Li Meng wasn't about to foolishly reveal that Margarita was a queen in disguise.
If the Ghost Beastmen found out, who knew what they'd think?
"She was the Centaur courier who guided me to the Demon Camp."
Agatha nodded in understanding.
She smiled, knocking on Li Meng's helmet again.
"Big guy, let's go!"
"Hold on tight!"
With that, Li Meng broke into a run. His massive frame sped across the wilderness like an arrow.
Three days later, in the afternoon.
Goblin Forest, Throne Tribe.
Before sunset, Li Meng returned to the Throne Tribe.
That night, the Throne Tribe was quiet.
The vast tribe was illuminated by only a few campfires.
In the bedchamber behind the Throne Palace, flames flickered in a brazier, driving away the darkness.
On the bed, two figures sweated together.
The creaking wood made the maids outside blush.
Agatha, breathless and with eyes full of allure, gazed at the Goblin atop her.
Although the Goblin was ugly, he had a certain charm.
Among Goblins, he was undoubtedly a handsome figure.
Though not aligned with her aesthetics, he was incredibly strong—stronger than any man she had encountered.
As her feelings deepened, Agatha couldn't help but embrace Li Meng's chest and waist.
"Do you like it?"
Li Meng grinned, looking at Agatha's beautiful face. Their noses were nearly touching.
Agatha tilted her head and lightly kissed Li Meng's lips.