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    ---- Chapter 2949 Juno said coldly, "With Mr. Lloyd Senior gone, our only option is to continue working as mercenaries." Petra scratched his head, looking lost. "I don''t know what to do without him guiding us. Before, we always did exactly what he told us. Now, I''mpletely at a loss. Maybe staying here or finding a ce without war to spend the rest of our lives is the best choice." Franz, the second-inmand and oldest member, looked at Andrew and said, "I partially understand what you''re saying. But I don''t think it''s realistic.


    The war in the Ounds isn''t just a gang conflict; it''s a battle involving major factions and entire military units. People are going to die. "Dragonfang is exceptional in individualbat, and we''d hold our own even against the vampire royal guards. But we''re too few in number. We can coordinate for smaller skirmishes, but challenging the current storm would be suicide." Andrew smiled. "Mr. Hearst, you''re absolutely right. That''s why we can''t confront the other factions directly." Franz looked confused and asked, "Then what exactly are you nning to do?" ---- Andrew''s smile widened.


    "It''s simple. We''ll capture the nearest major city and establish our territory. Then, we''ll recruit refugees of the Ounds and scattered mercenaries to our cause. There''s a saying about surviving in the margins." He continued, "Right now, the Church and the Ludendorff family are at each other''s throats. The Dark Trinity would never allow the Church to gain a foothold in the Ounds. These two have been eternal enemies. The Western nations'' leadership won''t sit idle, and they''ll definitely try to interfere. Holtrien might even send troops to stir up trouble and grab some benefits.


    "In such chaos, who would pay attention to us? In this situation, who would care about Dragonfang''s small force?" Franz slowly nodded, his excitement growing. "The more you exin, the more it makes sense. The chaos creates an opportunity for Dragonfang. With Reginald gone, other factions won''t even consider us a threat. We can strike hard, capture cities, and expand our power. We might even be regional lords in the Ounds." He gave Andrew a thumbs-up.


    "Your strategic vision is spot on!" Andrew nced subtly at Nyx, who remained silent, then addressed the group, "Everyone, share your thoughts. If you agree with the n, let''s do it." ---- Petra spoke first. "I have no objections. My only requirement is that we all stay safe and happy together, just like before." Knox shrugged. "You know my situation. I can''t do much, but I can certainly provide backup." Juno frowned and walked away, saying, "I need some time to think about this."