Volume 4 Chapter 91

Volume 4 + Chapter 91: Northern Pacification Army

Scott stood in the plaza, observing the current situation.

Row upon row of recruited soldiers, already clad in the most expensive armor, were gathered together, awaiting the issuance of orders.

They were named the Northern Pacification Army, a force recruited by Xia Yi from the Far North Lands.

As they were essentially all newly recruited soldiers, most were raw recruits. Despite being equipped with excellent gear, compared to the Northern Rebellion Army, they still appeared inexperienced, and their combat prowess might not necessarily hold the upper hand.

This is solid.

That’s what Scott believed.

“Her Highness the Princess has arrived! Salute!!” the commanders of the Northern Pacification Army shouted.

The dragons within the army saluted one after another, watching as the silver-haired loli stepped up onto the review platform step by step.

Upon seeing Xia Yi, Scott felt this princess was truly unhinged. She was actually… holding a Shiba Inu?

What time was it? They were about to embark on a campaign, to go to war, and she still wouldn’t let go of her pet.

“Woof! Woof!”

“Jack, shh, quiet now, don’t bark,” Xia Yi patted the Shiba Inu’s head.

This scene left everyone present somewhat speechless.

Especially Scott. He truly believed the successor to the dragon royal family had questionable qualities.

Such a childish, frivolous act would only make people think the Silver Dragon Princess was here playing house, severely dampening morale.

The dragons in the army were already beginning to waver.

Good, very good. Keep making a fool of yourself, Silver Dragon Princess.

Scott felt nothing but disdain. Thankfully, he had already decided to rebel. Seeing this now only brought him joy. If he were Xia Yi’s subordinate, he would find it utterly unacceptable.

Xia Yi, holding her pet dog, walked before everyone. Her first words were not to assert authority or boost morale. Instead, she looked toward the head of the Taylor family, Scott.

“Yes, Your Highness? I am here. What are your instructions?” Scott stepped forward and inquired.

“I’m a bit hungry.”

“Didn’t you just have lunch…”

“Why the pointless chatter? Can’t I be hungry after eating? Hurry up and have someone bring me cake, or I’ll be unhappy!” Xia Yi glared at Scott.

Scott was puzzled internally. Don’t you have a maid with you?…

It was then he noticed that the little green dragon maid by Xia Yi’s side was nowhere to be seen.

Could it be that even the maid finds Xia Yi unreasonable and they had a falling out?

Scott pondered.

But, whatever. It’s an inconsequential matter anyway. We’ll find that maid later and deal with her then.

Afterwards, Scott summoned a servant to fetch cake for Xia Yi.

Xia Yi sat in a chair, holding the Shiba Inu, having someone else feed her the cake.

Everyone watched this scene unfold, their feelings gradually growing complex.

The only one who found it amusing was Scott.

Go ahead, eat. This is your last meal, you fool.

“Alright, let’s continue!” After finishing her cake, Xia Yi stood up and walked back before everyone.

“Your Highness, we have received intelligence. The leader of the Northern Rebellion Army, Leonard, is leading his troops to attack Yahl City,” Scott explained. “The Northern Rebellion Army is attempting a massive gamble, recklessly trying a surprise attack to seize provisions to replenish their nearly depleted supplies. This was originally covert information, but our spies intercepted it.”

“Then, what should we do next?” Xia Yi asked.

“Yahl City is very close from here. We can completely set up an ambush in advance on the strategic routes leading to Yahl City. Once those rebels fall into our trap, we can crush the Northern Rebellion Army. This is an excellent opportunity for you to establish prestige and achieve merit, Your Highness.”

“Good, then I shall lead the expedition myself!”

Xia Yi was clearly very interested in achieving merit and glory.

Success.

Scott was ecstatic internally. The moment Xia Yi decided to lead the expedition personally, she might as well be considered a dead person.

The way he looked at this dragon royal heir had already changed, as if gazing at dried bones in a grave.

“Your Highness, are all the Northern Pacification Army soldiers you recruited gathered here?” Scott asked quietly.

“Ah? Oh, um… yes, everyone.”

Xia Yi’s gaze seemed somewhat evasive.

“Scott, even if the numbers aren’t that high, we should still be able to defeat the Northern Rebellion Army, right? After all, we are the ambushing side, we hold the advantage.”

“Absolutely!”

Scott affirmed in reply.

His excitement grew even stronger.

Based on her response just now, he could more or less conclude that this incompetent, foolish princess had definitely engaged in corruption.

She had used the pretext of forming the Northern Pacification Army to extort considerable funds from the Taylor family, then embezzled the military expenses, which was why she appeared so guilty now.

And now she still harbored the delusion of defeating the Northern Rebellion Army, which was funded by our Taylor family?

Preposterous!

Outwardly, Scott chose not to expose Xia Yi, opting instead to humor her. Only at the moment of her death would she realize how foolish she had been.

“Your Highness, next, please proceed with a pre-battle motivational speech!” Scott suggested. “This can stir the fighting spirit of the Northern Pacification Army!”

“This… you help with it, Scott! I’m not very good at it!”

“Oh, alright.”

Scott agreed. I didn’t expect I’d have to do even this myself.

Subsequently, he followed orders and gave a speech before the Northern Pacification Army, a very formulaic one.

It was nothing more than the usual rhetoric, invoking grand causes, talking about defeating the Northern Rebellion Army, and bringing peace and stability back to the Far North Lands.

After listening, the dragons of the Northern Pacification Army weren’t very enthusiastic in their response, it was purely perfunctory.

And so, in such an atmosphere, the Silver Dragon Princess led the Northern Pacification Army and set off on the expedition.

…

“Woof!”

“Don’t bark, don’t bark, Jack. We’re at war!”

Xia Yi held the Shiba Inu, continuing to keep the cute little dog placid.

The Northern Pacification Army was advancing towards the direction of Yahl City.

En route, as expected, a polar blizzard appeared. This dangerous and harsh weather was the norm here.

Guided by specialized alchemical creatures, the Northern Pacification Army’s advance proceeded without major issues.

“Ah! Not good!!”

A sudden scream came from the front of the Northern Pacification Army, followed by a violent impact.

The alchemical creature with navigation capabilities was blasted into the sky and instantly killed. “What’s going on?!”

Xia Yi looked ahead, a frightened expression appearing on her face.

Within the blizzard, she saw many figures of dragons suddenly emerge. Their intent was clearly hostile as they surrounded the Northern Pacification Army.

An officer hurriedly came before Xia Yi and reported, “It’s terrible, Your Highness! We’ve been ambushed by the Northern Rebellion Army! The situation is critical!”

Xia Yi was stunned, her body beginning to tremble.

“It’s over… Could it be… I’m going to die here?!”