Chapter 89: Chapter 89: Special Operations, Rescuing Marie
There’s about 24 hours left in the newbie protection period. By noon tomorrow, the protection period will end.
If everything goes as expected, this guy will likely become prey for the bandits.
However, today, fortunately for him, Zong himself has come!
Zong Shen observed the situation.
Most of the bandits were attracted by that Lord, and including those responsible for herding, there were only a few bandits left in the camp.
Moreover, they looked lazy, with no sense of vigilance.
Praise the little unfortunate one!
Zong Shen began to deploy the mission.
"Let’s quietly approach and first get a feel for the situation inside the camp."
"Enter the woods from the other side, tie up the mounts. That unfortunate guy can help attract their firepower."
He pointed to the small grove beside the camp, similar groves were scattered across the grassland.
Indeed, this was a grassland, and to the north lay a mountain range, which over ten thousand years ago was part of the Elf City Azshara.
Geographically, this was located in the eastern part of the continent.
Within the Avalon Kingdom, this area was in the north, belonging to the border region.
Crossing through the forest and continuing forward brought you to the territory of the Nord Kingdom.
Both the Nord Kingdom and Avalon Kingdom were coastal nations, facing the vast sea at the easternmost part of the continent.
There are legends of gigantic kingdoms deep within the eastern seas.
However, the ocean is so vast that even magic energy airships and griffins struggle to cross it.
Due to geographical isolation, the two sides of the ocean rarely interact.
Zong Shen had little understanding of this, as he hadn’t even managed the plot he currently owned, let alone any other kingdoms.
After completing the initial task plan, the group began to take a side route several miles long to reach the other side of the small grove.
It was only a few hundred meters away from the camp, but with the cover provided by the forest, the bandits were unlikely to discover them.
Zong Shen dismounted outside the woods, beginning to advance on foot.
Stepping in the shadows, he arrived near the camp.
"Luna, come with me."
"The rest, stand by here."
The group used the trunks to conceal their presence.
Zong Shen whispered instructions quietly.
The next moment, he and Luna swiftly ran into the camp.
They hid behind a small tent.
Based on previous observation,
most of the bandits in the camp were gathered in the open space in front of the large tent, lazily basking in the sun.
But there was still the possibility of bandits inside the tent.
Estimating from the number of tents, the total number of bandits in the camp should be between 40 and 50 people.
Zong Shen signaled Luna to search the rear row of tents.
He himself was in charge of the front row.
Each row of tents had ten small tents.
No one knew what was inside these tents.
Luna, after receiving the order, hesitated but eventually nodded, swiftly darting to the second row of tents.
She made no sound when landing, worthy of the Hunter Warrior from the Dark Night Elf race!
Zong Shen took out the Royal Guard Battle Sword, carefully puncturing a hole in the tent.
He gently pried it open, peering inside.
It was an empty tent, with only two simple grass mats, and the smell of sweat immediately wafted out.
Zong Shen shook his head, it seems being a bandit isn’t easy...
He lifted his head, realizing he was mistaken, as Marie, being the daughter of Mars and a highly important hostage, likely wouldn’t be inside a tent.
He looked through the tent seam toward the large domed tent ahead.
There’s a high probability she’ll be in that tent, no wonder Luna hesitated earlier.
Zong Shen awkwardly put away the Royal Guard Battle Sword into the Storage Grid.
The distance between the domed tent and the two rows of tents was ten meters or so, but the rear didn’t have any bandits.
Zong Shen took a deep breath, remembering consistently that this was a special ops mission, not a frontal assault.
He began to walk toward the domed tent, bending forward diligently, slowing his pace, trying not to make much noise with his steps.
Unfortunately, it was clear Zong Shen could never be a good assassin, as his steps on the withered grass always made a distinct "pa-pa" sound.
Fortunately, those bandits weren’t professionals, some basking in the sun, others chatting, none thinking anyone would dare break into the bandit den.
Zong Shen arrived safely at the rear of the domed tent.
He crouched down, again taking out his War Sword, slicing a small hole open.
Observing the situation inside through the small hole.
This tent was much larger, and significantly more luxurious, lined with layers of unknown pelts as rugs, and had a large table pieced together from logs in the center.
There was also a similarly constructed large bed, covered with thick pelts.
A blonde little girl was tied up in a complex manner, looking somewhat indecent, nearby were two skinny bandits, dozing off beside supporting beams.
Her clothes were intact, and her expression appeared stable.
As a high-value hostage, she hadn’t been violated or harmed.
Additionally, the tent also contained an Ancient Bronze Treasure Chest and a Black Iron Treasure Chest.
This was a pleasant surprise.
Well, it’s a double yolk!
Zong Shen squinted his eyes, looking at the two guarding minions.
[Minor Bandit lv5 (white)]
[Race: Human]
[Piercing Damage: 22~25]
[Life Value: 135]
[Armor Value: 13]
[Magic Resistance: 3]
[Skills: None]
(Fish)
[Minor Bandit lv5 (white)]
[Race: Human]
[Piercing Damage: 21~24]
[Life Value: 138]
[Armor Value: 12]
[Magic Resistance: 6]
[Skills: None]
(Fish ×2)
Two level 5 minor bandits, calling Luna should accomplish a quick instant kill.
But there’s still risk.
Zong Shen frowned.
He grew bolder, using the War Sword to slice open a square hole large enough for a person to pass through.
"Hey..."
"Beep beep beep..."
Zong Shen softly greeted the little girl in the tent.
The little girl quickly turned her head over.
Upon seeing Zong Shen, her eyes suddenly widened.
Judging by Zong Shen’s attire and sneaky actions, anyone who wasn’t a fool could guess his intentions.
Zong Shen put a finger to his lips, signaling silence.
Then, he tiptoed into the tent.
The ground covered with pelts significantly muffled his steps.
He carefully approached the little girl’s side, drawing the sword to cut the hemp ropes binding her.
Without any exchange, the little girl struggled to rise but was unable to stand with her legs numb from the long binding.
Zong Shen sheathed his Royal Guard Battle Sword, lifting her up with a strong embrace!