Max grinned and said, “It seems that after the eternal night has fallen, the humans have become agitated. They can't wait to have a decisive battle with us!”
“Their desperation to fight us is exactly what we wanted,” Gregg said smugly.
“If we can deliver a crushing blow to the human alliance and defeat them, humanity will be unable to recover. Our subsequent invasion of their territory will be unstoppable.”
Herod picked up the wine glass from the table and took a small sip of the red liquid inside.
He smiled and said, “What you all said is pretty much what I was thinking. We must strike a heavy blow against the invading enemy and deter humanity. Then, riding on the momentum of our great victory, we will strike while the iron is hot. First, we will pursue and conquer Ospea and Astoria, before reaching the shores of the vast ocean and subduing the Aplothians. Then we will have become the supreme rulers of the world.”
Max, Gregg, and the other vampire princes all had excited expressions on their faces, filled with anticipation for the future. Each of them passionately chanted, “Fight, fight, fight...” Herod raised his hand. The vampire princes at the scene gradually quieted down. Herod said calmly, “As far as I know, the Human Alliance has divided their forces into two fronts, the East and the West. They are launching simultaneous attacks on us, attempting to strike here and join forces. Who among you is willing to go forth and face the enemy?”
One after another, Max and the princes eagerly volunteered to go into battle. Herod saw the situation and laughed, saying, “There's no need for everyone to argue. I'm delighted to see everyone eager to join the battle, but there's no need for us to go all-out against a mere human alliance. From what I see, it's better for me to make a move.” Max and the others said in unison, “Please give us your command, Patriarch Herod.”
“Since the human alliance is dividing their forces into two, I will also send out two armies to confront them,” Herod said.
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