Looking at Lei Xiao's smiling face, after the initial surprise, the expressions of Ruth and Davis began to look very different.
The former looked eager and listened with pointed ears raised, while the latter frowned slightly on Long's face, because it was not difficult to see from Lei Xiao's expression and the decisive promise just now that this so-called little
The conditions would obviously be a very exaggerated requirement.
"Then I'll be blunt."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly and said with a smile: "Actually, the thing is very simple. Although the trolls and tauren have been defeated, they are still eyeing the mineral veins. I hope you can work together with us to completely solve this problem."
After Lei Xiao said this, everyone else in our party nodded in a suddenly enlightened manner.
His Majesty the Human Race is right. These two forces are indeed like two crazy golem puppets. They may jump out and do evil at any time. It can be said that it makes us sleepless. If they can be resolved, they will undoubtedly be removed.
posed a major threat to us.
Now, since the other party has taken the initiative to cooperate, they naturally cannot let go of this excellent opportunity to get help.
"So that's it. This is also our long-cherished wish."
After hearing Lei Xiao's words, Ruth nodded without hesitation.
For her, as long as the ore veins can be mined better, these are naturally not problems.
Next to Ruth, only Davis still had a frown on his face.
Although Lei Xiao's words sounded very reasonable and indeed in the interests of both parties, I always felt that something was wrong.
After a while, Davis finally found what was wrong. He raised his eyebrows and asked, "Your Majesty the human race, the combined force you mentioned is not that we will be used as the main force to deal with the trolls and tauren, right?"
"His Royal Highness the Prince has misunderstood. Since we have reached cooperation, we can be considered friends. As the saying goes, we have to go out of our way to protect our friends. How can we let our friends face a powerful enemy alone?"
Lei Xiao smiled slightly and responded: "It's just that the human race, tree people, wood fairies, and dwarfs have just driven away the giant dragon and their vitality has been seriously injured. The flower fairies have been hit hard again. Only you have suffered minor losses. In this case
, it’s not too much to be at the front, right?”
"Your Majesty the human race, I think you want the trolls and tauren to stab us in the middle."
The corners of Davis's mouth twitched and the veins on his forehead were exposed, obviously he did not agree immediately.
In the previous battlefields, the dragonborn who controlled everything behind the scenes often suffered losses from the trolls and the tauren. Once they encounter the two, or one of the two, they will definitely suffer crazy revenge from the other party, and I am afraid that they will lose money.
It won't be any smaller.
The most critical thing is that once the dragonborn, trolls, and tauren further harm both sides, the initiative in this area will naturally be completely in the hands of the human emperor.
"Your Highness Prince Zhanyi, this matter is of great importance. Please help me one more time!"
Seeing that Davis was hesitant, Ruth took the initiative to persuade Lei Xiao before he could speak: "The light half-elf will never forget the Dragonborn's help, and I will definitely complete the thing I promised you as soon as possible!"
Seeing this scene, Lei Xiao's eyes narrowed slightly, as if he expected it.
Regarding the matter that I just raised, I also know that it is a bit difficult for others, and the other party will not agree easily.
But judging from the performance of the bright half-elf Ruth, it was obvious that she was extremely concerned about mining the veins, so she proposed it without any scruples, because Ruth would help him convince Davis without having to say anything else.
"It seems that my inference is indeed correct, but this bright half-elf seems to be a little too concerned about mining the ore veins. He first put aside his previous suspicions and came to seek cooperation, and then took the initiative to persuade Davis. I always feel that there is something wrong with this.
Is there something else hidden?"
Lei Xiao looked at Ruth who was persuading Davis, while his mind was spinning rapidly.
After all, the light half-elves are a second-rate force that is obviously stronger. Even if the army can't come here, the way of putting down one's body like this still makes people feel strange.
"The fundamental reason is that the other party's desire for magic crystals is too strong. Even if a second-rate force based in the core of the outer domain needs magic crystals again, it will never reach such a desperate level unless the other party has other intentions."
Having come to this conclusion in his mind, Lei Xiao nodded thoughtfully.
It seems that in the ruins of the ancient dark elf mine at Yingying Peak, in addition to the mineral veins that have not yet been mined, there are other unknown things. That is what these bright half-elves are willing to travel through mountains and rivers and put down their bodies to obtain.
thing.
Just when Lei Xiao thought of this, Davis had already been persuaded by Ruth, nodded and said: "Understood, I agree with His Majesty the Human Race's proposal, and I am willing to lead the army to deal with the trolls and tauren together with His Majesty the Human Race."
“Wise choice.”
Lei Xiao lightly snapped his fingers and said with a smile: "I'm afraid the other party will take action soon, so let's start preparations immediately."
After that, Lei Xiao asked Fanny to set up a large sand table and began to deploy it.
Under Lei Xiao's arrangement, the corresponding combat plan was quickly formed and was approved by everyone.
Our strategic purpose this time is very simple. Naturally, we are to put down the trap and wait for our opponents to take the bait, so as to completely eliminate the threat of trolls and tauren.
"As expected of His Majesty the Human Race, this strategic plan is perfect!"
After arranging everything, Fanny's fair face was full of excitement, she nodded heavily and said: "As long as the opponent steps into our dragnet, he will probably be doomed!"
After Fanny said this, everyone else on our side also nodded, looking equally geared up.
As for the person directly opposite us, not only Ruth nodded repeatedly, but also Davis's expression softened a lot, obviously also expressing his approval of Lei Xiao's plan.
"Then it's settled, then everything will rely on His Highness Prince Zhanyi."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly, and did not forget to tease the other party until the end.
Lei Xiao clearly understood that although according to his own plan, the power of the Dragonborn would eventually be captured, but judging from the current situation, it was obvious that some kind of agreement had been reached between the light half-elves and the Dragonborn, which made
The latter is willing to send troops to help, which can also be confirmed from Ruth's persuasive words just now.
Therefore, at least at this stage, in the absence of an opportunity, I cannot extend an olive branch to the Dragonborn, otherwise it will only be counterproductive.
In addition, he has not yet figured out what the light half-elf really wants. Before he figures this out, it is not appropriate to alert others.
What's more, I haven't even figured out Ruth's identity, but judging from the old half-elf's honorific title, she must have a high status among the light half-elves.
Therefore, at least until everything becomes clear, borrowing the other party's strength to the maximum extent is undoubtedly the most appropriate way to deal with it at the moment.
"Don't worry, Your Majesty, the human race, Dragonborn will never go back on what he has promised."
A look of helplessness appeared on Davis's face, and he nodded slightly.
"Your Majesty the Human Race, the combat deployment has been completed. It's time to focus on the ancient mining site itself, right?"
Ruth's starry eyes flashed with a little urgency, and she nodded towards Lei Xiao.
"Your Excellency Ruth just said that this dark elf mine has a self-destruction array, and there are many magic traps and summoning arrays. In your opinion, how should we mine it?"
Lei Xiao was sitting in front of the conference table, leaning on his chin with one hand and saying.
"The matter is very simple. We will take the lead and be responsible for eliminating all threats."
Ruth nodded without hesitation and responded: "His Majesty the Human Race and all of you only need to move around in the rear and safe areas in case of emergency."
"Light half-elves are the most professional in fighting dark elves. I have no objection."
Lei Xiao nodded slightly, and then changed the topic: "There is just one thing I need to add, that is, now that we have reached a cooperation, for the sake of fairness and safety, no party is allowed to act alone in the mine. Of course, this includes
In the mining area, after all, apart from the ore veins, there may be other treasures in the ancient mining remains."
"Your Majesty, the human race, detecting and breaking the magic traps of the dark elves is a matter that requires extreme concentration. No non-professionals can interrupt it, but you want to put strong people in our team. Is that what you are doing?
Can’t you trust me?”
Hearing the sound, the old half-elf Myron, who had been silent all this time, frowned with his gray eyebrows and said with dissatisfaction on his old face.
"Old sir, you misunderstood. I understand that the ancient mines are full of dangers, so I plan to send more strong men to protect you. That's all."
Lei Xiao shrugged and responded with a smile: "Could it be that the old gentleman has something on his mind and needs to do something secretly in the mine?"
"You..."
After hearing Lei Xiao's meaningful words, Mailon's old face changed immediately. He was about to retort, but was stopped by Ruth.
"I understand, everything depends on His Majesty the Human Race."
Ruth's fair face looked much calmer, and she nodded towards Lei Xiao.
"Very good, now there is only one question left, and that is about the distribution of benefits."
Lei Xiao gently snapped his fingers and suggested: "There are so many forces participating in the mining this time: humans, dwarves, tree people, wood elves, flower elves, dragonborn and light half-elves. For the sake of fairness, why not
How about the dragonborn and the light half-elf get 10% of the entire mine's profits?"
Hearing this, everyone in our party naturally agreed with Lei Xiao's opinion, while everyone on the other side frowned slightly.
Especially Davis and Gnar, fire is coming out of the dragon's mouth. Even if it is divided evenly, the Dragonborn and the Light Half-Elf will get more than 10%, right? How is this fair? Besides, the Dragonborn still has to deal with giants.
The main force of demons and tauren!
"Your Majesty the Human Race, isn't your distribution a little too unfair?"
Davis' dragon's face was full of indignation, and he couldn't help but say: "If you don't take us seriously, how can we talk about cooperation?"
"Your Highness, I hope you understand something."
Lei Xiao looked smiling at first, then his smile faded and he said: "You are the ones taking the initiative to seek cooperation. If you are not satisfied, you can leave. No one will stop you."
The reason why Lei Xiao said and acted like this was naturally to weaken the other party's spirit.
As for the distribution of benefits, Lei Xiao actually didn't take it too seriously, it was just the icing on the cake.
Furthermore, making the other party feel that you focus on interests will also reduce the other party's defense against you.
In this way, it will undoubtedly be easier for you to figure out the key things that the other party really wants.
"Your Majesty the Human Race, 10% is indeed a bit less. After all, we are two forces."
Ruth frowned and tried her best to fight with Lei Xiao.
In the end, both sides took a step back and increased the price from 10% to 1.50%.
"Then I wish us a happy cooperation."
After the matter was finalized, Lei Xiao stood up from his seat and shook hands with each other in turn.
Except for Ruth, everyone on the opposite side looked dissatisfied, but there was nothing they could do.
Through the exchange just now, they have clearly understood that it is undoubtedly more difficult to get benefits from the human emperor in front of them than to reach the sky.
After that, Lei Xiao did not continue to argue with the other party and immediately started to implement the plan.
When the night fell and the moonlight shone on the earth, Lei Xiao led everyone to the vicinity of Yingying Peak. While waiting for his opponent to take the bait, the affairs of the mine naturally could not be left behind.
I could see that the entire area around Yingying Peak was brightly lit, and countless magic light balls were suspended in the air, emitting dazzling light.
On the ground, there were longing figures everywhere, and there were also many dwarfs with huge magical mechanical equipment roaring.
"Your Majesty, the human race, the absolute defense barrier has been set up, and other detection barriers are also equipped. It is absolutely impossible for the other party's scouts to enter here."
Lei Xiao walked towards the busiest excavation area while listening to Chris's report.
"Thanks for your hard work."
Lei Xiao just nodded to Chris, and Broy's voice immediately sounded: "Your Majesty, the process of going underground went smoothly. After getting the news about the ruins of the ancient mine, the way of going deep was also changed to vertical.
Looking down, it won't take long to see the real ruins."
As soon as Broy's phone fell, he paused for a moment and pressed his ears slightly. He was obviously receiving the magic communication and looked like he was listening carefully.
Not long after, Broy's eyes lit up, he nodded to Lei Xiao and said: "Your Majesty the Human Race, with the latest news we just got, we have reached the threshold of the ancient mine!"
"Oh? It's faster than I thought."
Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows and said with a smile: "Since we have reached the threshold, let's start taking action without further delay."
"Understood, Your Majesty the Human Race, the strong light half-elves responsible for exploring the path have just arrived nearby. I will inform them right away."
Broy nodded, turned around and quickly deployed.
"Then, let me see the true face of this mine. Is it as dangerous as the other party said."
Lei Xiao also quickened his pace, leading a group of our strong men away quickly.