The three Shutorals smiled and greeted each other. Griffith didn't know beforehand that they were coming, but it was always nice to meet someone of his own to act with.
Gathered here is a powerful assault force. Even if the four extraordinarys are not counted, there are four groups of extraordinarys, each with five people. Griffith also discovered two spellcasters among the team members. They served as team commanders for the two teams. Judging from the psychic strength, they were both sequence 8. It was unknown where they were trained.
With such a powerful and complete force configuration, coupled with Raven's local Beyonders and army, even if they challenge an adult Behemoth or giant dragon, they have a chance of winning.
Griffith consulted the extraordinary people for their opinions, and then he began to preside over the briefing. Under the gaze of everyone, he said in an orderly manner:
"My lords and extraordinary ones,
"According to existing intelligence, there have been 11 zombie attacks or suspected incidents in Raven in the past few days. Most of the attacks occurred late at night, and zombie monsters attacked several residences and chambers of commerce in the uptown area. Local The city defense forces arrived and destroyed them. The remains were kept in a warehouse near the city hall, and Lord Horus was leading the investigation.
"According to the on-site investigation, there is evidence that some living corpses dug their own graves..."
The four extraordinary beings and the resident mages were all looking at him. The four Extraordinary teams in the audience, a total of 19 Extraordinaries, also listened to his report attentively.
"This afternoon, Port Raven suffered a large-scale attack. A large number of living corpses appeared on several passenger and cargo sailing ships that crashed into the embankment. The infection spread from there to the entire port. Although the infection has been eliminated by the garrison knight and his army, Locked down in the port area. But early engagements have shown that the living zombies are capable of killing civilians at breakneck speed, multiplying their power with the reanimated dead.
"The first batch of living corpses in Ravenport numbered less than a hundred. In less than a quarter of an hour, their number reached close to a thousand, an increase of ten times.
"The cultists possess powerful sealed artifacts. If they spread the infection in densely populated urban areas, or occupy several cemeteries in Raven, the situation will be out of control. More than 100,000 citizens in this city are their reserve army.
"To this end, I put forward the first motion to apply for the extraordinary people here to form a former enemy committee and activate martial law and curfew."
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The extraordinary beings headed by Lordes immediately approved Griffith's proposal without even a second's hesitation.
Next comes the relevant arrangements for combat deployment and intelligence reconnaissance. All Beyonders and city defense troops except Griffith were deployed not too far away to monitor important and conveniently located locations such as the Upper City and Raven's Cemetery. If the cultists show up, they will first contain them, then gather together to call for reinforcements and fight.
Extraordinaries will stay in the mage tower or go to the city hall to coordinate and serve as a mobile force.
Everything unfolded quickly according to Griffith's expectations. The disadvantage was that the existing intelligence network was difficult to cover the lower city area where civilians gathered.
When everything was about to be finalized, Ms. Rihanna, who had been deprived of the right to make decisions, made a suggestion:
"The undead can quickly infect ordinary citizens through attacks and form a terrifying zombie tide in a very short time. However, their weakness is also very clear, that is, they must have a certain number of corpses to launch the first round of attacks.
“The locals in Raven maintain the custom of burial, and most of them are buried in the cemetery near the hills in the northwest of the city.
"If the cultists have any intention, they will definitely not miss this ready-made barracks.
"Your Excellency, Commissioner, can you lead a team there? Trainee monk Lanzada Houston is the first local extraordinary person to suspect the resurrection of the dead. He is investigating the situation there."
Before Griffith could object, the resident mage continued:
"The magic world's research on undead creatures has always been limited. Compared with the pollution of dark magic, I tend to call it a plague.
"The spread speed and probability of mutation of the plague virus carried by living corpses in the living body are very important reference factors. Some of the more powerful undead creatures will have extraordinary characteristics of corruption or precious samples. If you can collect the samples, please Bring some back to Lord Lordes and me, it will be of great value to the Arcane Council in controlling the plague."
The extraordinary beings all looked at Griffith. Their glances were profound.
Lourdes stared at him as well, as if waiting for the student to answer a question.
What do you want to do? Want to send me to a remote place? I'm not going. What if I'm ambushed in the wilderness? If the cultists launch a conspiracy to resurrect corpses there, then come on, we will concentrate our forces to defend the densely populated areas and fight them head-on.
Griffiths thought for a moment and replied: "I will investigate there, but at a time that I think is appropriate."
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The Beyonders, including Amber, left for their respective posts. Griffith also began to pack up documents and prepared to go to the lower city to understand the situation there. There was insufficient power there. His main purpose of coming to the Mage Tower has been achieved. All of Raven will soon enter a state of martial law. The next step is to collect intelligence and prepare for the next work or battle.
"Special investigator, please stay a little longer." Senior investigator Moro suddenly said, "We have another matter."
"Yes, there is something else," Erza nodded, "The four of us plus you."
what is it then? A meeting attended only by extraordinary beings and me, the supervisor, must be very important.
Griffith immediately perked up.
"Then, let's get started," Morrow suddenly became the host of the meeting, "After martial law is promulgated, we will still maintain a small number of material supply channels.
"In addition, cities and villages must implement material rationing. I have listed several chambers of commerce and religious groups responsible for this matter, and they will implement this matter."
The stalker handed over the document. The content is very simple. Different matters and work are assigned to different chambers of commerce and churches. It has obviously been arranged long ago. The Raven branch of the Holy Light Church also plays an important role.
Horus glanced at it: "Are all the supplies ready?"
"That's natural. Beyeland has sent a message to nearby towns to raise food. In Beyeland, the Ministry of Finance has allocated special funds to pay for this."
The arrangements are really well done! It turns out that preparations have been made a long time ago, so that at least the lives of local citizens will not be in trouble. Truly a wise Senate! Griffith admired deeply in his heart. He asked casually:
"What are the backgrounds of these chambers of commerce and religious groups? Have they ever done similar material distribution work?"
"That's natural," Moreau replied. "The Hilmins Chamber of Commerce and Meyer Trading Company are both well-known large companies. They have been responsible for wartime transportation and have prepared logistics manpower and transportation capacity. The Order, you understand ."
I really don't understand. Griffith thought to himself.
At this moment, Erza stretched her foot over and rubbed him under the table.
Griffith was shocked. Such bold flirtation caught him by surprise. Before he could even wonder why Erza would do this...
Erza found the instep of his feet and stepped on him hard.
Don't ask anymore. Miss Extraordinary's meaning is very clear.
Everyone present was silent, and Lourdes looked enigmatic.
"Well, my lords, these are donations provided to Raven's Former Enemies Committee by the companies and cults responsible for this matter," Morrow put a box of money on the table. "Enthusiastic citizens and companies hope that in the upcoming events, We can be financially prepared.
"The total donation is 60,000 silver francs, Sir Lordes 16,000 silver francs, Miss Valkyrie, Lord Horus and I each receive 12,000 silver francs, Mr. Quasi-Knight 8,000 silver francs. What do you think of this arrangement?"
8,000 silver francs!
What have I done to deserve 8,000 silver francs? Griffith was shocked, but he suppressed all doubts and expressions, maintaining a arrogant and indifferent expression on his face.
Erza was stepping on his foot hard.
"In addition, it is the division of management areas. Although our power is very strong, this city is too big," Lord Horus continued. "The Wizard and Miss Light and Shadow are responsible for the mobilization and management of the upper city area. Lord Moreau and I are in charge of the roads and checkpoints leading to the nearby cities. The prospective knight seems to be very concerned about the lower city, so you will be in charge there."
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Since the work ahead might be heavy, the Mage Tower sent food to the remaining commanders to have dinner in advance. Griffith ate quickly, took some dried meat, put it in bread and put it in his pouch as dry food. The meat was bacon which was very good and the bread was white bread. The kingdom's food supply is becoming more and more abundant, and soft and sweet white bread can be eaten everywhere.
Griffith didn't care about this. He chewed the food in his hand, stopping from time to time to take a sip of water and then take another big bite.
Across from him, only Erza was still in the room. She sat on the sofa holding her slender legs, tilting her head and watching him eat: "How long have we not seen each other? It's been almost a year."
"It will be one year by the end of June," Griffith swallowed a big mouthful of bread. "I didn't expect you to go to the college to teach."
Valkyrie stroked the red hair hanging down by her ears, and her slender eyebrows added a bit of charm when she smiled: "Big sister also has to eat ~ the food in the army is not delicious."
When she speaks well and doesn't tease others, she is like a kind and gentle sister. Her delicate and bright appearance carries a certain comforting intimacy.
"So were those food expenses just now?" Griffith asked.
"The manager's necessary income comes from the reasonable local burden in special periods," Erza said. "Griffith, you are already an officer. You should know that there are a large number of unlistable expenses for operation and management, and there are also many expenses. Reducing the authority that can bring gains. Of course, there are many shortcomings in doing so, but if it is completely prohibited, the system will lose its vitality and adaptability. Nothing is perfect.
"You can use it at your own discretion, or you can keep it for your own use. The latter will damage your work and reputation. It's self-evident how to judge."
"I understand. Now that I have said that, I remembered it," Griffith nodded and said, "We robbed several orc villages together."
"It's a collection, don't think of us like the Bayeran gang." Erza protested, "And you are the most efficient robber in the entire squadron. Isn't it your idea to splash the ground with water? You have searched it. The place is as clean as a dog licking it.”
Griffith chuckled: "Those furs, wood and weapons that were collected but not handed over, well, we sold them to the Chamber of Commerce, right?"
"Yes~" Erza picked up the coffee and took a few sips, "That income eventually turned into our food and accommodation expenses."
"No wonder our food is better than other squadrons."
"That's right, I can't conjure good things out of thin air. Do you know how difficult it is to manage more than a hundred people!"
"What about this time?"
"The company under Duke Meyer's name and the Holy Light Order are both involved. Even extraordinary people cannot ruin their affairs casually," Erza said. "However, they cannot ignore our existence. We are all in mutual restraint. In a state of alert. Including you, everyone is worried that you will jump out and scream in Bayerland. If Master Rihanna takes you away, everyone will be very happy. However, if she does not succeed, then she will have to bear a reasonable burden. I’ll give you part of it.”
"This makes money really fast."
"As a person in charge and an officer, there has to be a difference, but don't keep it all in your own pocket, use it for business," Erza reminded him, "If you can save a little in the end, you can save it and use it in your own pocket." Buy a beautiful little house by the sea in Beyeland and raise a family in the future.”
