Titan King: Ascension of the Giant-Chapter 448: Lich Vexis

"Grulbane, Dace, Otho, Beyn, Torba, Thundar, Ursa—these are all people you know well. I'm leaving them under your care to maintain the overall situation in Stoneheart City."

Orion thrust his body, letting his cock slide in and out of Delilah's vagina.

"My dear, I can feel your cock getting so hard. Are you about to come?"

Delilah's voice was enchanting and alluring. She gazed at Orion with a bewitching look, mesmerizing in her every move.

After Orion ejaculated, Delilah curled up against him like a cat, letting out a languid sound.

"Orion, you are the mightiest. You are my god!"

Once again, Delilah spoke of how important Orion was to her.

Orion let out a soft hum and continued to hold Delilah close, savoring their intimacy.

Two days later, Orion transformed into lightning, left Stoneheart City, and caught up with Onyx and the others en route.

Orion summoned forth the Abyss Dragon and strode at the head of the group like a king.

…

Valkorath Realm, Northern Region.

Valkorath Realm has only one continent, yet that continent takes up more than half of the entire realm. Beyond the continent, the seas account for merely around 40% of the space.

Under Deputy Commander Edward's modifications, this continent was reshaped into a six-pointed star. A massive magical formation is set upon it.

However, most areas of Valkorath Realm are now covered by a layer of colorful slime molds. Within these slime molds, countless fungal creatures have emerged; they are the invaders.

Cryptopolis, the City of the Undead.

This is a city Arthas established in the north. Compared to the very front lines, Cryptopolis is essentially on the second line. Unlike the cities of other races, an undead city has no concept of prosperity—no extensive architecture, and no large population of the living.

At this moment, fierce fluctuations of void energy ripple across a grand plaza. A moment later, giants, succubi, gnolls, minotaurs, obsidian golems…large armies made up of over a dozen races materialize in the plaza one by one.

Leading his force of three hundred thousand, Orion successfully arrived in the Valkorath Realm and entered Cryptopolis.

"Honorable Orion, welcome to Cryptopolis, an undead city of another world!"

High in the air, a female lich dressed in a black gown and sporting long hair hovered in place, extending her greetings to Orion.

As soon as the void energy stabilized, before Orion could even look up, the lich had already floated not far from him.

"Honorable Orion, I am Lich Vexis, here under my lord's command to assist you in defending Cryptopolis."

"One moment, please!"

Orion's voice was calm, neither warm nor distant. Turning around, he spoke to all his kin behind him.

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"Everyone, stand by!"

Having said that, Orion turned to Soraya, who stood beside him.

"Keep your people under control. Everything here is full of unknowns and danger!"

"Got it!"

Soraya gave a light nod, then made a hissing noise. The scorpions, agitated by the teleportation, all quieted down.

Meanwhile, Orion transformed into lightning and appeared atop the city wall alone. In the distance, a swirl of colorful lights could faintly be seen, reminiscent of Arctic auroras.

"Bro, I've arrived at Cryptopolis!"

Orion looked into the distance and sent a message to Arthas. This served both as a notification of his arrival and as an inquiry regarding Lich Vexis.

Soon enough, Arthas responded.

"I've already pulled the main forces stationed at Cryptopolis to the front lines. The city is now yours to command, and you'll be in charge of its defenses.

"Vexis is a lich of Upper Legendary level. I left her behind to assist you.

Whatever you need done, feel free to command her. Her task is to answer your questions and lend you her aid.

I'm stationed at the front lines and can't leave. Once you've settled in, come find me there and get a sense of the situation."

Arthas was clear. Orion understood the situation and knew what to do next.

"Got it. See you later!"

Boom!

Orion returned to his kin, standing beneath their watchful gazes. His imposing voice rang out.

"This city is called Cryptopolis, and now it's ours!"

"Onyx, Earthshaker, take your armies and guard the North Gate."

"Gronthar, Dirtclaw, take your armies and guard the West Gate."

"Drakthul, Marnok, take your armies and guard the East Gate."

"Gormathar, Veldrok, take your armies and guard the South Gate."

"Soraya, within three days, see to it that the scorpion tribe's Nest is constructed."

"Gustalon, within one day, map out the terrain around Cryptopolis."

"Veldrok, send out the beast armies you brought to gather intelligence."

"…"

Orion's voice was deep and resolute, allowing no dissent. Those who received his orders brightened and answered in unison, taking on their tasks.

Only when everyone began carrying out Orion's commands did he turn to look at Lich Vexis.

"Ms. Vexis, our troops have only just arrived. If there's anything we're not doing right, please feel free to advise us."

Vexis chuckled. Though a smile seemed to grace her face, her voice was rasping, making it impossible to tell her mood or even her gender.

"Lord Orion, I've just witnessed a disciplined force, fully united from top to bottom. This is a formidable army."

Orion smiled and nodded, neither affirming nor denying her praise. He believed in his own people and in their boundless bravery and resolve.

"Next, I'd like to trouble you to introduce me to the situation in Cryptopolis and the specifics of its surroundings," Orion said.

Vexis nodded, gestured politely for Orion to follow, and led him toward the city walls.

"Lord Orion, Cryptopolis is situated relatively close to the front lines. Until recently, it was heavily guarded and equipped with multiple large defensive towers."

As she spoke, Vexis raised her hand, pointing at the arrow towers standing along the city walls.

"Those are Ghost Towers built by the undead. They can shoot bone arrows to kill enemies with physical bodies, and also release undead energy to strike down any spiritual entities that come near Cryptopolis.

"Beneath the walls, in the graveyard, lie five hundred thousand skeletal warriors in slumber. They are a gift from my master to you."