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All the five hundred newly trained recruits have been added to the patrol team, so this army is now considered to be strong.

It didn't take long for the 500 elite members of the Guards, more than 700 soldiers of the patrol and the Sild knights to gather on the training ground.

In addition, there were dozens of baggage carriages carrying barley, rye and some finished bread, enough to last the army on the expedition for seven or eight days.

Simon also put on the knight's plate armor with the help of the maids, mounted his horse, and after inspecting the soldiers, ordered: "Let's go!"

The team immediately began to file out of Fort Yongyi. After passing through slave manors and villages, they arrived at Qingluo River Post at about three o'clock in the afternoon.

This outpost covers an area of ​​only more than three acres, but the walls are twelve meters high and there is a watchtower eighteen meters high.

This height is enough to make any enemy who wants to attack this place frown.

Although there were only about forty soldiers stationed there, they could remain unmoved in the face of the siege of thousands of bandits.

The stone bridge is connected to the outpost. If the outpost is not conquered, it will be impossible to cross the river safely.

Simon inspected the area and was quite satisfied. Soon after, he led his troops across the bridge and continued to the south.

Judging from the location of Lang Yan, the place where the incident occurred was still within the scope of the Fearless Territory.

They couldn't get there in a day, so in the evening they camped outside a village for the night.

We continued our journey the next day and finally arrived at the scene of the incident in the afternoon.

The initial smoke was ignited by the newly established southern outpost. This small fortress designed by Yaman was no less defensive than Starfire Castle.

It also covers an area of ​​more than five acres, and the height of the city wall is more than ten meters. There are more than 200 patrol soldiers stationed inside.

Without more than a thousand brave warriors and complete siege equipment, it is best not to take advantage of it.

Moreover, the location of this outpost is also different from before. It happens to be built on the best shallow water section of the Qingshui River in this area, effectively guarding the river mouth channel.

At this time, a large number of armed bandits who wanted to cross the river were blocked and confronted with the southern outpost.

They looked at this towering stone fortress with excitement and were in a dilemma.

But I don't know why, they still refused to retreat after dawdling for so many days.

In the bandit camp on the other side of the river, in a larger tent, seven or eight leaders were discussing matters.

Nick, the giant axe, who had escaped before, was among them, but judging from his status, he was no longer a leader, and could only be regarded as a bandit leader with a mid-level position.

The person sitting at the top of the table was a tall, brown-haired man with a resolute face, about thirty years old, exuding a shrewd and fierce temperament.

"Leader Yise, do we really want to attack that castle?"

A stocky bandit wearing a horn helmet asked hesitantly.

"Of course, although the walls of this small castle are high and strong, as long as we knock it down, it will be a foundation for us to stand on.

With more than a thousand of our men defending the castle, no one can attack it. We robbed a grain merchant exactly half a month ago, which is enough for half a year!

Even if Baron Simon from the Courageous Territory brings troops to besiege us, we are not afraid of him. I don't believe he dares to trap us for half a year.

Even if we are surrounded for so long, there is no need to be afraid, we still have reinforcements. "Leader Yise is confident.

"Then how should we attack? Now we can't even cross the river." Someone else raised a question.

"I have sent people to build rafts. Crossing the river will not be a problem. I know how to make siege equipment and cut down wood from the forest...

Although this castle is strong, there are not many soldiers defending it. Let's make more ladders and climb the walls on all sides.

They won't be able to defend it when the time comes.

In addition, I have another idea. I think the land on the other side is soft. We can dig a tunnel outside the castle and attack the city directly..."

Chief Yiser talked eloquently and seemed very wise.

Nick the Giant Axe listened silently, and he suddenly felt that this man did not look like a rough man, but had the demeanor of an aristocratic gentleman.

A combat meeting among the bandits ended in a flurry of discussions.

In the end, the main plan was formulated by Chief Yiser himself. In addition, he also had several confidants, each with their own specialties.

Some of them are good at arraying in field battles, some have extraordinary archery skills, and some are good at close combat with blunt weapons, etc.

"Chief! Chief! Oh no! Reinforcements are coming from the castle opposite, at least a thousand people!"

As soon as their meeting ended, all the leaders filed out, and immediately some bandits on guard came over to report.

"Really? Where is it?" Leader Yise immediately went to the river to watch.

But at this time, Simon had already led his army into the city. He only saw a small tail, which must have been one or two hundred people.

"It seems that Baron Simon Hollen of the Valorous Territory has arrived.

Haha, I will stay here and see how long he can stay. "Yise was sure that the other party would not dare to cross the river to fight.

Crossing the river in front of the enemy is a taboo among military strategists, and no one can survive even half-crossing.

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At this time, Simon had already climbed to the tallest watchtower in the southern outpost, observing the situation across the river.

"Lord Baron, this group of bandits is interesting. Look at the tents to the east. They are neatly pitched and conform to the terrain.

Those on the west side by the river are in a mess, like a ragtag group. This is a makeshift team, while those on the east side are the core elite. "

The Airei knight beside him watched for a while and then spoke.

"The previous gang of robbers were really scattered bandits, but now they may have aristocratic backgrounds.

We need to find out what they want to do. It's not a good idea to continue such an unclear confrontation.

We only have enough food for seven or eight days. If we keep fighting for a long time, we will have to send people to transport food from the rear... It's very troublesome.

Invite their leader to talk." Simon decided.

"Yes! Sir!" Ai Lei responded and went to prepare.

Not long after, he returned to the top of the watchtower again, holding an arrow with a sheepskin letter in his hand.

After Simon looked at it, he nodded slightly.

He drew his bow and arrow, and with a whoosh, he shot the letter arrow to the other side. The accuracy was not good, but the force was sufficient.

Soon, a robber pulled out the arrow on the ground and reported to their leader.

After that, Simon began to wait for a reply, and there was no movement until the evening.

He was not in a hurry, because he had made two preparations in his mind.

If the negotiations fail, they will gather the forces of the Guards, the East Guards, and the Patrols, and take a boat across the Qingshui River from Yongyi Territory.

Go through Duishi Territory to Sanshan Territory in the south, and completely wipe out this gang of bandits. Maybe Baron Werir can help him.

After all, there are many bandit groups under him, which is not good for him. Even if they are not specifically targeting him, they will inevitably enter Duishi Territory to collect money on weekdays.

No matter what the background of the bandits is, it is easier to talk if you hurt them. If you don't show some strength, no one will listen to you.

After dinner, Simon made a plan and fell asleep peacefully in the main castle of the southern outpost.