Chapter 1363 Discussion and Preparation

"condition?"

Looking at Lei Xiao's full smile, 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 his face, because it was not difficult to see from Lei Xiao's expression and his decisive promise just now that this so-called little The conditions would obviously be a very exaggerated request.

"Then I'll be blunt."

Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows slightly and smiled: "Actually, the thing is very simple. Although the trolls and tauren have been defeated, they are still eyeing the mines. 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 enlightenment.

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. A major threat to our side.

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, it's also our long-cherished wish."

After hearing Lei Xiao's words, Ruth nodded without hesitation.

For her, as long as she can better mine the veins, these are naturally not a problem.

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 majesty, 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 a cooperation, we can be considered friends. As the saying goes, we are willing to sacrifice for 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' 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 is obvious that she is 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. Something else is 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, it still makes people feel strange to put down their body like this.

"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, it is to put down the big trap and wait for the opponent 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 filled with 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 one 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 bright 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, he 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 advisable to alert him.

What's more, he didn't even figure out Ruth's identity, but judging from the old half-elf's honorific title, he must have a high status among the bright 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' dragon 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, that includes In the mining area, after all, besides the mineral veins, there may be other treasures in the ancient mine 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 place 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 powerful people 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, Mailen'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, dwarfs, 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 those 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 not only get 10%, right? How is this fair? Moreover, the Dragonborn is still the main force in dealing with trolls and tauren!

"Your Majesty the Human Race, isn't your distribution a little too unfair?"

Davis' dragon 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 one thing."

Lei Xiao looked smiling at first, then his smile faded and he said: "You are the ones actively seeking cooperation. If you are not satisfied, you can leave. No one will stop you."

The reason why Lei Xiao said and behaved 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 him 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, but still tried to fight with Lei Xiao.

In the end, both sides took a step back and increased the 10% to 1.5%.

"Then I wish us a happy cooperation."

When the matter was finalized, Lei Xiao stood up from his seat and shook hands with the other party in turn.

Except for Ruth, the other party looked dissatisfied, but they could do nothing.

Through the communication just now, they have clearly understood that it is undoubtedly more difficult than ascending to heaven to get benefits from the human emperor in front of them.

After that, Lei Xiao did not continue to argue with the other party and immediately started to implement the plan.

Until the night fell and the moonlight fell on the earth, Lei Xiao brought everyone to the vicinity of Yingying Peak. While waiting for the opponent to take the bait, the mine matter naturally could not be left behind.

I saw that the entire Yingying Peak was brightly lit, and countless magic light balls were suspended in the air, emitting dazzling light.

On the ground, there were people everywhere, and many huge magic mechanical equipment of the dwarves were roaring.

"Your Majesty, the absolute defense barrier has been built, and other detection barriers are also equipped. The opponent's scouts will never be able to enter here."

Lei Xiao walked towards the busiest excavation area while listening to Chris's report.

"Thank you for your hard work."

Lei Xiao just nodded to Chris, and Broy's voice immediately sounded: "Your Majesty, the process of going deep underground is also going smoothly. After receiving the news of the ancient mine ruins, the way of going deep has also changed to vertical downwards. I believe it won't take long to see the real ruins."

Broy just landed, and he paused and pressed his ears slightly, obviously receiving magic communication, and looked like he was listening carefully.

Soon, Broy's eyes lit up, and he nodded to Lei Xiao and said, "Your Majesty, the latest news just received is that we have reached the threshold of the ancient mine!"

"Oh? It's faster than I thought."

Lei Xiao raised his eyebrows and smiled, "Since we have reached the threshold, let's act now without further delay."

"Understood, Your Majesty, the powerful light half-elves responsible for exploring the way have just arrived nearby, I will notify them now."

Broy nodded, turned around and quickly deployed.

"Then, let me see the true face of this mine, whether it is as dangerous as the other party said."

Lei Xiao also quickened his pace and walked away with a group of our powerful men.