Chess Mage of Faerûn

Chapter 288 Overlord Operation
“If that’s the case, then we still can’t put all our hopes on them. Aren’t there a few of our affiliated gangs in the business district? They’re not far away, so let them send some men to provide support and assistance to the Maginot Gang.”

"The idea is good, but we need to carefully consider how to implement it."

"really."

Once a clue to the problem was found, everyone at the meeting became more active, joining in the discussion and creating a lively atmosphere.

"Boss, do you think Arden and his men are just putting on an act? Or are they planning to take over our territory?"

Kagan was suspicious that there might be a trap. In the midst of the team meeting, Zhang Yuan, who had already received the message from Arden, informed all his teammates.

Although they were aware of their captain's secret deal with the Maginot Line beforehand, the dwarves were still suspicious of the menacing appearance of the other party, who was accompanied by Willis of the Bloodsail Line.

"They wouldn't dare. Their territory was taken by the boss himself. Aren't they afraid we'll wipe out their homeland again?" Lawrence said confidently.

"But swords and spears have no eyes, and the other side has other helpers. What if we can't stop them?"

Benedict! Benedict!
The monk tapped his finger on the table and spoke: "We must fight a war, and we must also put on a show. There are indeed some difficult things to balance in this."

Everyone nodded in agreement, but then the monk's tone changed again:
“But this is not unsolvable. Maginot and his men have now developed their own unique attire, making them easy to distinguish. You are responsible for fighting them, and I will handle the rest.”

"Remember, just put on a show and gain the upper hand on the surface. Fight without breaking apart. Ideally, I should be the one to create a breakthrough and force the enemy's reinforcements to escape, making Maginot's friendly forces suffer and forcing him to retreat."

After he explained everything, his teammates readily agreed, but they couldn't help feeling a little strange.

“Oh, Moradin, I swear in the name of my uncle Kazred Beard, I have never encountered such a strange task. When did we start doing the work of those theater actors? You tell me, big man.”

"Well, it would be simpler to just start a war, but the boss has his reasons for saying that."

"Alright, alright, Moradin, may those poor bastards not get smashed into mincemeat by old Bard's hammer."

After the meeting, the two generals started chatting, and Kegan, who had been listening nearby, chimed in: "What's wrong with that? Although I'd love to have my axe stained with blood, I can make money just by lying down, so I have nothing to complain about."

Leaving aside the Canaan team members bickering and grumbling, Doflamingo, who was using concealment spells like Obscure and Invisibility, was busier than a bee these past two days.

The thief bird, shuttling between the two outposts of Canaan and Maginot, wrote coded messages, burned them after reading them, and then delivered them to the target.

Zhang Yuan, who was fully aware of the Blood Sail Gang's operations, had already made all the necessary arrangements and was just waiting for the distinguished guest to arrive.

Is the plan reliable?

"Could those guys have already figured it out?"

"Don't worry, everything will be foolproof!" Faced with the apprehension and worry of his allies, Arden was full of confidence, patting his chest to assure them, as if he wasn't the one who had been secretly colluding with Shining Gold Coin just two days ago, even arranging the script for the performance.

Although the two gang leaders who came to help had some reservations, the situation was such that they had no choice but to act.

Thus, the second act of Luscan's gang war of the year officially began. Following the Money Gang's sweeping victory in the Market District, the Bloodsail Gang, not to be outdone, after much deliberation and brainstorming, finally chose the Maginot Gang as its vanguard, and with the support of the other two gangs, a total of 47 people, launched a fierce counterattack.

Code name: Operation Overlord.

The plan was for the Watchdogs gang, an affiliate of the Bloodsail Gang from the Commercial District, to provoke trouble and create chaos in the already occupied Market District, in order to attract the attention of Shining Coin and the other Blacksail gangs, and to tie down some of their forces.

This is a feint attack. Every surprise attack has a planned purpose. Once the enemy is distracted by the fire in their rear and neglects to guard other directions, the Maginot Gang and another reinforcement, the Finger Gang, will gather on the north bank of the Mirar River and rush south along the bridge, determined to destroy the stronghold of Shining Gold Coin.

The initial progress of the plan was very smooth. Although the enemy's main force was not mobilized, the forces of the Fusi and Pétan gangs were caught up in the chaos caused by the riots on their own territory. After all, looting and vandalism were not the only problem. Arson was a truly despicable act for the commercial market.

Fortunately, winter had arrived in Luskan. Although it wasn't completely frozen, there was still a biting frost. In addition, the other guard dogs, who were also vying for territory, were hesitant, so the situation was suppressed without causing much damage.

But the Watchdogs employed a multi-pronged attack strategy, which completely mobilized the members of both gangs who were running back and forth, leaving them with no time to spare. It was essentially an exchange of pieces, with their side getting two for one.

This wave of blood profit!
Information asymmetry can sometimes breed blind confidence, such as the current leader of the Fingers Gang, Grosendom, who is known as "Thumb".

Looking at the massive group of over thirty people before him, Dom, feeling confident in his own strength, looked around with smug pride. But when his gaze fell on the few figures in black cloaks in the middle of the group, his eyes revealed undisguised envy and jealousy.

Dom, who also made a living in the North District, had witnessed the enemy's fighting strength. These guys, who were said to be followers of mages, had made a lot of contributions in the battles against opposing forces to seize territory.

What Daum couldn't understand the most was this: what did Arden do to deserve this? How could he possibly recruit a wandering mage, one who even had his own followers?

This luck is unbelievable! HE~TUI!

Dom cursed inwardly, but smiled broadly: "Lord Arden is truly a master strategist. This time, we'll just have a piece of the pie with your gang."

“Yes, everything is going according to plan.” Arden added silently to himself: “It’s just not the plan you think it is.”

Seeing the flames rising from the South City Market area across the river, with black smoke distorting the sky like clumsy graffiti, Daum, who was already getting impatient, kept gesturing to Arden with his eyes, eager to make a move but not daring to take the lead.

The two Maginot leaders, seeing this, felt a sense of contempt, but said aloud, "The time has come. Advance. Finish the battle before evening, and we'll celebrate our victory at the enemy's camp."

As soon as he finished speaking, Arden and Lorraine, shield in hand, led the charge towards their target.

Thank you, Abelus, for your monthly pass!
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(End of this chapter)