Empire Of Souls 101 Onset Of Battle 2

For the defenders along the walls of the settlement who were surrounded by an ocean of people, you would imagine that they would be filled with nervousness or perhaps fear. There was none however, their eyes were clear and their hearts firm. They looked out on the savages with disdain and were comforted with the realization that soon their allies would arrive.

The previous night saw fierce fighting as the barbarians launched another night attack on the city walls. The barbarians at the southern section of the wall were preparing for another day of the siege. They were a chaotic and rambunctious group as they laughed uproariously and ate and drank with abundance. Not all the barbarians were like this of course. The majority may be considered warriors, but they were not soldiers. They lacked the discipline of a formal army, but the elites were different. They were much more disciplined.

In the distance, four figures soon appeared atop a hill. These four were Aleks and his companions. They rode to the very top of the hill on their mounts and surveyed the scene before them. In their sight was a large and well fortified settlement which was surrounded by an endless tide of people. It was quite the sight, but even more surprising were the number of herding animals which accompanied them. As far as the eye could see, were a seemingly endless amount of beasts grazing aside a sea of people.

Lenia pulled her horse closer to Aleks, "Master, I don't think I have ever seen so many people and animals in one place."

"This is only one part of the horde. If the entire horde were here it would be like locusts blanketing the earth."

Lariel giggled, "Aren't you over exaggerating? There aren't that many mortals living on the Steppes."

"There's enough." Aleks replied calmly.

Lenia eyed Lariel with a bit of hostility, "Will we just watch master?"

Aleks didn't respond immediately, he was busily surveying the area below until his eyes settled on one location.

"Nelay."

Nelay suddenly appeared next to Aleks in a kneeling position, "Yes, master?"

"Find Grobak, I have already informed him to prepare his people. It will soon be time and he will need to act quick to avoid the coming storm."

Nelay disappeared from the hill and there were only the three still remaining.

"Will Grobak and his tribe be okay?"

"There is no need to worry. Soon, the battlefield will become extremely chaotic and this will present an opportunity for Grobak and his tribe. Grobak's tribe will use the chaos of the battle to escape while he complete his mission. Also, Nelay will be by his side, what need he fear from this rabble?"

Lenia understood her master's words and nodded, "Right."

"Such a worrywart, aren't you?" teased Lariel causing Lenia to mutter something angrily.

"This is a good spot, let's wait here until the battle begins."

Aleks dismounted his horse and motioned for the others to do the same.

"My illusion spell will keep us out of their sights, so just relax. I also brought a comfortable fur to lay on while we enjoy some fruits."

Lariel pulled a white silky fur seemingly out of nowhere and laid it on the hill. It was very large and beautifully adorned. Lenia couldn't recognize the animal it came from. Lariel then sat on the fur and called to Aleks to come rest is head on her lap causing Lenia to scrunch her face in anger.

Aleks ignored their bickering and laid down on the fur while resting his head on Lariel's lap. She pulled a container of fruits out of nowhere once more and began to feed him while giggling. Lenia was completely incensed by this, but couldn't bring herself to say anything about it. Instead she walked over to the edge of the hill to watch the events below. She gripped her sword hilt firmly and struggled to keep her jealousy and anger in check.

She watched silently and cringed every time she heard Lariel's playful banter and annoying laughter. She desperately wanted to be in her position at that moment.

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Through the throng of densely packed barbarians of a mult.i.tude of tribes, Nelay flashed through the shadows without anyone noticing she had ever been there. She headed swiftly through the camps of the barbarian tribes and eventually made her way towards the camp where Grobak's tribe was located. They had been positioned on the southern side of the city walls and had yet to see any significant fighting.

With Aleks's ability, 'Astral Projection', Grobak had already been informed of his master's arrival and the impending attack by the Dragonmen. Aleks's 'Astral Projection' ability was extremely useful as it couldn't be detected by normal means and only those using divine senses might be able to detect it. He had been able to use his ability to scout out the entirety of the battlefield and the expeditionary army behind the settlement walls.

He had even already detected and scouted the Dragonmen army approaching. There was nothing that had escaped his detection and he was well aware of the situation. The only thing that had strangely escaped his detection was the location of his sister. Most likely due to the influence of Tihr. This was his greatest concern at the moment.

"You're here."

Grobak was seated in his own personal tent and already knew Nelay had arrived. Normally, he would never had been able to detect her presence, but she had let him know she had arrived.

"You received master's orders?" she asked.

"Yes, I was only waiting for you to arrive, but why do I feel the aura of a Legendary being from you?" asked Grobak angrily.

He knew she had intentionally leaked her aura to him and this really p.i.s.sed him off. Just when he felt he had finally caught up to her and could possibly even beat her in a fight, she was now already a Legendary being?

Nelay appeared from the shadows and held her hand over her mouth. He could clearly tell she was just laughing at him with contempt.