The Lord of the Rings: Lords of Middle-earth.

Chapter 512 Communication
"Your Highness, we've made contact with someone!" Yun Feng excitedly pushed open the door and entered.

"Huh?" Roland, with his legs crossed, leisurely sipped his black tea, looking completely bewildered.

"The communication array in the castle received a message, and I reckon the Lulong Fortress received it too!" Yun Feng explained.

"Hmm?" Roland immediately sat up straight, looking at Yun Feng with a serious expression.

"That kid Apophis Breo used the Imperial Outpost?" Roland asked. After all, the magical communication arrays between Swiftstream City and Lulong Fortress were practically useless. In the past, there were only two communication points to contact each other. Now that there was a new communication point, it must be the Imperial Outpost (guess why it's called the Imperial Outpost?). Only the Imperial Outpost would be equipped with a standard communication array.

"Yes! They have successfully captured the old pass!" Yun Feng excitedly pumped his fist.

"How are their casualties? Do they need support?" Roland frowned. Although the pass was dilapidated and the orc soldiers stationed there were incompetent, it was still a pass, and the orcs defending it would definitely hinder them.

“Um…they had no casualties, except for one soldier who twisted his ankle.” Yun Feng’s lips twitched.

"What? Orcs made of paper? When did the orcs at High Pass become so weak? Back when they were on the expedition to Lonely Mountain..." Roland was speechless.

“According to them, the orcs have basically not stationed any troops at the high pass; there are only a few garrisons there, and they haven’t encountered any obstacles yet,” Yun Feng shook his head.

“Perhaps the orc garrison was drawn away during the Second Battle of Azanubiza, or perhaps they haven’t returned to the old pass yet,” Caslo said from the side.

“Possibly, but I think they need to be wary of an orc counterattack,” Roland said in a deep voice, his gaze sharpening.

“Spring is coming soon, and the orcs will return from underground to the mountains. They will be in great danger!” Yun Feng rubbed his chin.

“Contact them later and ask if they need the kingdom’s assistance. Never mind, no need to ask! Caslo!” Roland looked up.

“Your Highness, I am here!” Caslo touched his chest and bowed his head.

“Take 100,000 arrows to support them! Oh, and take 300 crossbows too! After all, we have to consider the losses…” Roland tapped the table.

"There's still food!" Yun Feng reminded him.

"..." Roland frowned and pondered for a moment.

“Bring them some dried meat and dried fish. The kingdom isn’t wealthy either; we have a huge food shortage!” Roland sighed.

“Okay!” Caslo nodded.

……

“Your Majesty Yunfeng,” Roland suddenly spoke up.

"Hmm? I'm here, Your Highness!" Yun Feng quickly replied.

"Prepare for the relocation of the people. Ask who wants to follow the Duke of King's Landing. The King's Landing family had quite a few followers back then," Roland instructed Yunfeng. "Hmm, hmm? No! Your Highness, you really intend to release them? We ourselves..." Yunfeng nodded in agreement, but then realized what he meant and looked up at Roland in shock. He knew that the kingdom was currently in dire need of manpower.

"Execute the order and issue the announcement!" Roland waved his hand dismissively.

"Okay!" Yun Feng gave Roland a deep look and nodded.

At this moment, Roland opened the territory panel. Previously, there was only one territory, Tupt, in the vassal state panel, but this time a new territory panel was lit up below - Lion Castle!

"The Lion King? It seems Apophis Breo is really planning to take root in Old Pass!" Roland nodded knowingly. Although it was located atop the mountains, its easily defensible position was a plus. Moreover, Roland was happy to see a sucker hold the fort there to curb the orcs' development. After all, Old Pass was directly connected to the Valley of the Dead, and it controlled the road to the west. It was definitely a million times better for the kingdom's nobles to control it than for the orcs to have it in their hands.

"Huh? They didn't station themselves directly inside the Old Pass? What happened?" Roland was taken aback when he saw the status indicator on the panel indicating that the Old Pass was not fully under control. It seemed that his Duke of King's Landing was still in some trouble.

If King Roland knew that the old pass he cherished had been turned into a rat hole by orcs, one wonders what he would think.

"By the way, please summon His Majesty Omske for me," Roland whispered to the guard.

……

"Sit down!" Roland said after glancing at Omske.

"You know the situation?" Roland could tell from Omsk's hesitant expression that he must know everything.

"Of course, I'm excited! Lagrange has once again spread its influence!" Omske stood up excitedly. For a brute and warmonger, what could be more exhilarating than expanding territory? If there was, it was for the emperor and for titles!
"Don't be too happy yet. The situation is still unclear. I need you to call a meeting with the high-ranking generals to see if we need to send troops to support us!" Roland shook his head.

"Huh?" Omsk looked at Roland with a strange expression, his eyes darting around as if he wanted to say something but couldn't.

"What the hell! What do you take me for? Do you think I'm someone who picks fruit? I have a reputation! Understand? Since that place has been granted to him, as long as the Breo family doesn't betray the country, that place will belong to them forever!" Roland was stunned for a few seconds before instantly understanding Omske's meaning and thoughts.

"I apologize, Your Highness, for my oversight." Omske quickly stood up, bowed, and apologized.

“Forget it… let’s discuss this properly with everyone. The orcs are very likely to retaliate. After all, they ambushed and occupied the old pass. The scale of the battle was very small, and the orcs hardly put up any effective resistance. I don’t believe the orcs will remain indifferent!” Roland said solemnly.

“In fact, I don’t believe it either!” Omsk slowly shook his head. That was a strategic pass! People of different status! No orc would want humans stuck there, like a nail driven into the orc’s back. Once the orcs realized what was happening, they would definitely take action.

“Let’s study it. If necessary, the kingdom will send troops to support them!” Roland said in a deep voice, staring at Omske.

"Uh, didn't you say you wouldn't provide support?" Omske was taken aback.

"Damn it! To hell with those words! You can take it as me talking nonsense! The Empire will not abandon any of its citizens! Nor will the Kingdom!" Roland's eyes flashed with murderous intent.

"If those orcs remain obstinate, I wouldn't mind mobilizing a large army and fighting them in the Misty Mountains!" Roland exuded a terrifying killing intent. The terrain of the Old Pass was perfect for the kingdom's army to deploy, which was why Roland was willing to fight the orcs to the death in the Misty Mountains. If it were anywhere else... well, my dear Duke, the kingdom will remember your sacrifices and contributions.

(End of this chapter)