Chapter 949: Arrogance and Pride! Well-Deserved Reputation!
For Adasim,
This was news he couldn't accept.
Was Demonic Valley really that easy to capture?
"Was this report sent from Lemoris Fortress?"
Adasim asked gravely, his authoritative eyes fixed on his adjutant.
The adjutant swallowed nervously and nodded. "It's the battle report, it can't be wrong."
Hearing this confirmation,
Adasim's expression grew even heavier.
"So…"
"Do you need me to step in?"
Nearby, the Rotten Witch Cathy asked indifferently.
As the saying goes, every field has its master.
The Rotten Witch was one of the four great Archmages in the world.
She was also a madwoman obsessed with researching magic.
Her understanding of magic was likely second to none in the world.
Moreover…
She was also deeply versed in spatial magic.
Many spatial magic items were her own inventions.
Some of the most popular spatial magic items on the market are all patented under her name.
Many of the world's top 100 companies have tried to sign business contracts with her, hoping to have her serve as a figurehead or develop one or two key magic tools for their companies.
But the witch turned them all down.
Even when offered sky-high prices.
Still, the Rotten Witch was unmoved.
After all…
She didn't lack money.
She really didn't lack money.
Even if she never cooperated with any organizations or companies, every year there were people who would willingly deliver Saint Crystals to her.
Her wealth was among the top five in the world.
Right now,
The Rotten Witch might not match Adasim in direct combat,
But when it comes to functionality, she completely outclasses Adasim.
For example, the teleportation problem that stumps most spatial mages? She can solve it herself.
When Adasim saw that the Rotten Witch wanted to intervene, he hesitated.
Because…
If the Rotten Witch acted, all the military merit would go to her.
Normally, as Cathy's self-proclaimed simp, he'd give her all the credit without hesitation.
But this time it was different.
Because he had a wager with Ling Zhan.
Competing to see who could earn more military merit!
And who could capture strongholds faster!
In this situation…
If the Rotten Witch took the credit, wouldn't he fall far behind?
Especially since Ling Zhan had already secured Demonic Valley!
"No! All soldiers, listen up!"
"Charge across for me!"
Adasim made his decision through gritted teeth.
Cathy the Witch could only shake her head and smile.
This Adasim…
When it comes to character and vision, he falls far short of the non-specialist.
This guy cares more about his pride than his comrades' lives.
After all…
If she didn't step in, and they tried to fly over, the Ten Thousand Demons soldiers across the abyss would definitely go all out to stop them.
In that situation…
Adasim's legion would suffer devastating losses!
If you get shot down while flying in the sky, you'll fall right into the monsters' jaws.
Badly injured and falling straight into the beasts' mouths—there's no chance of survival.
If Ling Zhan were here, he'd never stubbornly order his soldiers to cross.
Although Ling Zhan is cold by nature, Cathy knows he always has a bottom line in his heart.
He'd never sacrifice others' innocent lives just to compete with his rival.
He'd never act on impulse.
If it were Ling Zhan, he'd most likely act himself.
He'd open up the path personally for his comrades.
Take the lead at the front.
But this Adasim…
He chose to make his comrades face the danger.
Truly disappointing…
No—
Extremely disappointing!
Cathy became even less likely to want anything to do with such a person.
Adasim had no idea how much his actions and decisions made Cathy think.
But in reality…
Cathy was right about his approach.
Too selfish.
Too self-centered.
Always wanting others to sacrifice.
When the soldiers of the adventure legions received their orders,
Several adjutants immediately objected:
"Commander Adasim, isn't flying across a bit too risky? Why not let Cathy have this merit, and we can focus on subsequent battles!"
"Yeah, there's plenty of merit to be earned later, and Ling Zhan has only taken Demonic Valley so far—he might fail next time!"
"Let Cathy teleport us over…"
Faced with their advice,
Adasim's eyes darkened.
Of course he understood their reasoning.
But being told this…
His arrogant, proud nature reared its head.
He said coldly, "What, are you the commander or am I? Are you disobeying my orders now?"
The adjutants quickly denied it, saying they wouldn't dare.
But inside, they felt deeply heavy.
As expected…
Adasim's arrogance had flared up again!
He understood the truth, of course.
But he just couldn't accept it in his heart.
He was furious.
Whenever someone disobeyed his orders, it made him uncomfortable!
Cathy, watching all this,
Looked to her female adjutant.
She said calmly, "Spread the word: the Eden Adventure Legion takes orders only from me, and will ignore everything Adasim says from now on."
The female adjutant nodded seriously.
The Eden Adventure Legion naturally followed only Cathy's commands.
"Looks like Adasim won't learn unless he takes a real loss."
"But it's a pity for those following him…"
"They'll pay with their lives."
Cathy shook her head, completely indifferent.
Still, she didn't bother to stop him.
After all…
It wasn't her problem.
Besides…
Maybe Adasim needs to learn this lesson.
Otherwise, his arrogance will only hurt future campaigns.
"Charge!!"
Adasim was already roaring the command.
Boom!!
A grand warship launched straight into the air!
Carrying five or six hundred million adventure legion members, it charged toward the Ten Thousand Demons across the abyss!
The distance was immense.
Meanwhile…
When the Eye of Detection spotted the ship taking off—
The Ten Thousand Demons' commander looked at the image and sneered:
"So they say Adasim is arrogant and proud—he really lives up to his reputation!"
"Send the order! All magic energy floating cannons, get ready!"
"This time, treat them like target practice! Shoot them down, hard!"