ushernet Chapter 5
Chapter 5
“Goblins also have professional archers?”
“Naturally.”
Keltan felt it necessary to explain to these outsiders, so he elaborated, “Those who don’t know think that goblins are only divided into three types: common goblins, goblin shamans, and goblin berserkers. But in fact, goblins have strict hierarchical and occupational divisions.
In terms of racial hierarchy, there are Green-skinned Goblins, White Ghost Goblins, and Purple Demon Goblins.
Goblin shamans are a special profession that only Purple Demon Goblins with purple skin can become. Additionally, Purple Demon Goblins have three other special professions: Goblin Priests, Goblin Scholars, and Goblin Commanders.
White Ghost Goblins also have more than just berserkers as a profession, but almost all White Ghost Goblins are too stupid to train themselves in any profession, and eventually become the most straightforward berserkers.
Green-skinned goblins have the most professions, with a variety of them. Once they have chosen their occupational direction, their future abilities will be closely related to this profession. Goblins skilled in a particular profession can also cause us considerable trouble.”
“Goblins actually have such divisions.”
The guards murmured in surprise, realizing that this mission was much more challenging than they had imagined.
In the direct territories, noble lords have their own collections of books and sometimes teach them some knowledge. However, there are few descriptions of goblins, such lowly and filthy creatures, in books.
The first time they heard the terms “Purple Demon Goblin” and “White Ghost Goblin” was when Lady Lila mentioned them here.
In the kingdom academy where Lady Lila studied, there were books that mentioned advanced individuals among goblins. However, Lady Lila didn’t talk much about it at the time because even the books in the kingdom academy rarely record information about goblins.
The books mostly talked about powerful races such as dragons, elves, angels, and dark races.
“We have entered the goblin area on the outskirts of the Misty Forest. Goblins are accustomed to trapping for hunting. During hunting, as long as there are advanced individuals among the goblins, they will abandon their solitary hunting habits and instead engage in group hunting led by the advanced individuals.
Based on your description, the organizational ability of the goblin shaman you encountered is strong. With this goblin around, besides the goblin archers and warriors you have seen, there may also be goblin knights, goblin scouts, and other professional goblins.
We must be cautious at every step from now on. If there are further casualties due to triggering traps, subsequent rescue operations may be compromised.”@@@@
Keltan made the seriousness of the situation clear, injecting a sense of caution into everyone.
However, the deputy chief guard had another concern.
“Is it possible that there are more goblins in this area on the outskirts of the Misty Forest than the ones we encountered?”
“That’s alright.”
Keltan shook his head and said, “The vast majority of goblins live in scattered groups, just like wolf packs. Each group has its own leader, they are hostile to each other, and they guard their own territories.
The goblin group you encountered is probably the most threatening in this goblin area, and the estimated number is quite large.
Following the traces they left behind, we have roughly determined the approximate territory of this goblin group. As long as we don’t trespass into the territories of other goblin groups, we won’t provoke them.”
“I see.”
The deputy chief guard nodded and asked again, “So, how do we find their caves next?”
“It’s simple. I’ve marked out an area on the map, and we’ll look for elevated terrain within that area.”
Keltan, an experienced adventurer, took out a pre-prepared sketch and marked out a section on the map.
“Goblins, like most ferocious beasts, prefer to live in caves with dark surroundings and natural barriers. Once we block the entrance, it will be safe for them to face migrating predatory beasts.
When digging caves, the location must be sufficiently high to avoid being easily flooded by rainwater, while also providing a better vantage point to be alert to intruders.
By confirming this, we can greatly narrow down the search area and locate their nest within an hour.”
Keltan’s descriptions were straightforward and easily understandable, quickly impressing everyone with his experience, which was impeccable to say the least.
Many veteran adventurers do not easily share their experiences when leading teams.
He seemed to be intending to showcase himself in front of Count Earl Rogerson, and if he could rescue Lady Lila, he would undoubtedly be the hero of the hour.
With Keltan’s clear instructions, everyone began to act more purposefully.
Taking advantage of the keen vision of the goblin archers, Chen Le noticed every move of the old adventurers.
Although he couldn’t hear their conversation or see clearly what was written on the paper, even in the face of losing one person, they could still quickly stabilize the emotions of the others and make them eager to try. This man with stubble might be a bit tricky.
If they were to kill them, with the many goblins in this area, it was not impossible to rally them all against the humans. However, if they all died here, it would undoubtedly alert more people.
The team continued forward, and the further they went, the fiercer the resistance from the Green-skinned Goblins became. It wasn’t until the goblins realized they couldn’t gain any advantage in the open terrain that they all retreated into the cave behind them.
The entrance to the goblin cave led directly underground, with a passage about the size of a cart, large enough for the goblin berserkers to come and go.
One of the men, who had been bitten by the snake, stayed outside the cave to guard, while the others entered with torches, beginning the final rescue operation.
Before entering the cave, Keltan reminded them, “Since they’re huddled in the cave, our goal is to quickly find the goblin shaman and the two goblin berserkers, kill them together, and then crush these goblins.”
“If their leader still hasn’t shown up, then we can prioritize clearing out those goblin grunts first, which will actually be advantageous for our operation. However, I must remind you all that there may be more than two goblin berserkers here. There may be open underground spaces in the cave, but don’t think about bypassing them to rescue the people. We must unite and quickly defeat the advanced individuals among the goblins. Only then will we have the chance to rescue the captives!”
After determining the action plan, everyone began to move.
However, just at that moment, a faint light appeared in the cave and rapidly approached, accompanied by the sound of roaring flames.
“Quick, retreat... No, raise your shields!”
When Keltan realized what was happening, it was already too late.
Boom!
There was a sudden explosion at the entrance of the goblin cave.
An elderly, skinny Purple Demon Goblin held a wooden staff taller than itself and danced happily in the dim cave, seemingly celebrating its own cleverness.
Behind it, there were two huge, bulky white goblins, their figures overlapping.
They weren’t afraid of the human team; instead, they came out to confront them directly.
In just an instant, the flames directly burned the two guards and one adventurer warrior who were at the front.
With such powerful magic, it was undoubtedly of at least second-level magic depth. They had underestimated the capabilities of this goblin shaman.
In that moment, Keltan understood that they no longer had the necessity to continue this rescue operation.
“Retreat!”
The humans fled from the goblin cave, not even sparing a glance at the bodies of their fallen comrades in the pit.
The first battle against the goblins ended with the humans retreating, declaring victory for the goblins.
But it seemed like this was only the beginning.
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Night was always quiet, but those in the midst of it were anything but calm.
Wearing a hand-knitted sweater, Lila sat on the crude wooden bed provided by the goblins, staring blankly at a freshly roasted rabbit, devoid of appetite.
Chen Le sat beside her, one hand resting on her shoulder, which felt as soft as boneless compared to the goblins around them.
“What’s wrong?” he asked.
“Le, why haven’t they come to rescue me yet?”
Chen Le smiled faintly and replied, “Give them a little more time to prepare. It’s only the second day; perhaps your father has just received the news.”
“Le, can we really leave here? I’m scared.”
“We can, we definitely can. But before that, we need to endure a little longer.”
“Okay.”
Lila leaned her head against Chen Le’s chest, seeking a bit of comfort.
Lila’s current Hope value: 23
Individual name: Human Noble ( Rogerson Lila Pregnant)
Chen Le gently stroked Lila’s head as he watched her finish the entire rabbit, her appetite seemingly returning. Then he got up to continue cooking, ensuring there was enough food for her.
For the ugly goblins, they could only reproduce once every seven days, with seven offspring each time, under the condition of absolute food abundance. Therefore, it was necessary to provide Lila with sufficient food.
Until Lila’s appetite was satisfied and she fell asleep peacefully, Chen Le sat down with the old Purple Demon Goblin, contemplating in the dim light of night.