381: Chapter 39: Undead Pandemic_1 381: Chapter 39: Undead Pandemic_1 Having made arrangements for his family, Earl Lanton stepped into a secret chamber alone.
As an old established noble family, how could they not have their own secret methods?
Unable to withstand the onslaught of the Orc Army, it did not mean that they couldn’t cause problems for the orcs.
If one was about to die, naturally every possible effort should be made to drag the enemy down with them.
“Hehehe…”
“After so many years, someone finally came.
You boy from the Leibron Family, can it be that your ancestors died too early and forgot to tell you about our grudge?”
The eerie and terrifying voice sent shivers down their spines.
The phantom figures dancing around extinguished the oil lamp in Earl Lanton’s hand.
“How our ancestors were, is not for you to worry about.
This time, I came to see if you, the witch who used to dominate the continent, have perished.
Since you are alive and well, I can rest easy.
Maybe tomorrow, or the day after, anyhow you will be able to go out soon.
The Leibron Family is about to be no more, the grudges our ancestors left behind are of no importance.
As the younger generation, I cannot forsake proper etiquette.
I heard that witches like you prefer slaughter, thriving on the essence of blood, so I present to you a feast of blood.
I hope you will be satisfied.
I have prepared the materials needed for you to unleash the Undead Pandemic.
In many points within the city, there are corresponding arrays.
Once I release the seals, you are free to unleash your magic.
Best if you envelop the entire Bertelli City, to showcase the grandeur of your magic.
I suspect that if you manage to kill everyone in the city, you might be able to regain a physical body.
Of course, I won’t get to see that day.
The key to opening the seal has now merged with me, and the moment of my death will be your moment of release into the world.”
Earl Lanton said casually.
As if he had truly detached himself from life and death, the only hint of reluctance was evident in the tremors of his hand.
If he had had a choice, he would never have set free this monster.
But there was no other way, the Orc Army had besieged Bertelli City, and no reinforcements were coming.
There was a secret passage to the city’s exterior, but whether it could allow them to evade the sight of the orcs was still uncertain.
The best option was to create a large distraction, drawing the attention of the Orc Army, leaving them no chance to concern themselves with the insignificant creatures outside.
The witch in front of them, was no doubt a good pawn.
Once the Undead Pandemic was unleashed, the Orc Army in the city would certainly suffer heavy casualties.
A considerable amount of orc troops had already entered the outer city, according to his estimate, this round should enable them to kill at least a few thousand Elite Orcs.
The matter that followed should be a problem for the orcs and the witch.
Regardless of who wins or loses, it has nothing to do with him, a man doomed to die.
“You boy from the Leibron Family, although I know you want to use my power to avenge your own loss, I like this gift of yours.
If your ancestors had been similarly enlightened, why let matters come to this stage?
No matter, as long as I regain my freedom, all our past grudges will be null and void.
As long as we don’t cross paths in the future, I won’t kill your descendants.”
Promised the witch, thinking herself rather magnanimous.
“Not killing if we don’t cross paths”, if this could be considered a promise, probably everyone on the continent should make the same promise to their enemies.
“Then on behalf of my descendents, allow me to thank you for your generosity.
I have other matters to attend to and will be taking my leave.”
Earl Lanton responded irritably.
Dealing with these dark creatures with twisted minds was frustrating.
Their belief system was entirely different, making it difficult for any sort of normal communication.
“Boy from the Leibron Family, don’t rush to leave!
I think you are exceptionally talented, with extraordinary bones, you are most suitable to become a witch.
How about it, let this old man be your guide, help you complete the transformation into a witch, from then onwards…”
Before the old witch could finish her words, Earl Lanton had turned and left the secret chamber.
Commoners may not know what a witch is, but could a major noble like him not know?
It seemed to promise a long life, as long as no one found the Life Box, living several centuries, even longer was not impossible.
But where in the world were there free lunches?
If one could increase their lifespan by a thousand years for nothing, witches would probably be everywhere on the continent.
In front of life, morality didn’t worth a mention.
Nobles who sought to extend their lifespan could do anything.
The key issue was that in the process of transforming from a living creature into a witch, not only was one’s life essence changed, even the soul was twisted.
No one had ever managed to retain everything from their previous life after becoming a witch.
Even if they managed to retain some memories, it would not have any substantial use.
If one was no longer oneself, such form of immortality was meaningless.
Back at his camp, Earl Lanton coldly gave his order: “Send down the order, distribute Holy Water to every soldier.
Tell the soldiers, the Lord of the Dawn is with us.
Even if we die in battle, our souls will enter the Kingdom of God.
If the orcs continue to attack tomorrow, we will fight them to our last breath!”.
Releasing such an old witch, preparations had to be made.
Leading his own men to their deaths was one thing, but not allowing their souls to rest in peace after death was simply too much.
…
“Big brother, should we…”
Without waiting for the boy to finish his words, the elder youth interrupted softly: “Starting from now, no one should speak.
Any queries will be addressed after we reach a safe place.”