The Returned Sword King Decided to Become a Tyrant Chapter 201
Choices that determine fate (1)
Doo doo doo doo doo-!
Omani troops running across the frozen land of winter.
Compared to the great army of the North, they were a mere drop in the ocean, but they were the elite soldiers of the Federation Empire, personally trained by Duke Luke.
“… … Tsk.”
But even so, Duke Luke couldn’t shake off his crumpled expression.
‘The war broke out faster than expected, so we are losing the initiative.’
Originally, there was no need for them to come forward.
If only we had the troops tied up in the North, we could have trampled on their ridiculous lands as much as we wanted.
That was the original plan.
The problem was there.
War inevitably causes damage.
Even though their forces were only a handful compared to the Federation Empire, they were bound to suffer damage since they had been hit first.
If that was the case, further damage could not be tolerated.
“Listen.”
“Yes, Your Majesty. Go ahead.”
As Duke Luke extended his hand out of the carriage, his waiting retainer moved his horse and pulled up next to the carriage.
“Tell the soldiers to increase their marching speed.”
“Can you speak faster here?”
“If you use magic, you will be able to move faster than now.”
“That’s true, but… … .”
Frozen roads and the bodies of soldiers.
As the Duke said, the power of the wizards could be of great help in this situation.
But it cannot be seen as only a good thing.
“If you use mana during the movement process, the magician’s power will be greatly reduced in subsequent battles. In addition, it is expected that the soldiers’ fatigue will accumulate significantly.”
The subordinate expressed his concern in the most cautious tone possible.
At this, the Duke waved his hand and expressed his displeasure.
“It doesn’t matter. Just do as I say.”
“Ha, but the opponent is an army of 30,000 including the Sword Master… … .”
“I clearly told you to do as you are ordered.”
“I’m sorry, I’m sorry! I will report to headquarters immediately!”
The subordinate hurriedly left the place at the sound of that low, eerie voice, like that of a wild beast.
In this battlefield, the Duke’s orders are absolute. Whether it is right or wrong, it must be carried out no matter what.
Of course, the Duke was not the type of person to make mistakes based on a momentary judgment.
“A superhuman who has glimpsed the ultimate intent of the sword. He is certainly a threatening presence, but his limits are set.”
Why not?
If they really had the power to change the situation on the battlefield on their own, the war would have been fought solely by superhuman beings.
But that’s not how it happens.
They too were not able to completely escape the category of ‘human’.
“This is the last time I will rely solely on my own strength and make a fuss.”
Allen Esteban.
Preparations to meet him were already complete.
“But I’m concerned that communication with the West has been cut off. Has it not been restored yet?”
The peacock muttered to himself as if he were talking to himself.
At first glance, it seemed as if no one was expecting an answer. However, the answer came as if it had been waiting in the empty carriage except for him.
“They too have staked their lives on this war. They must have put a lot of effort into sabotage, so it will be difficult to restore communications easily.”
“… … .”
“But don’t worry.”
Ss …
A black aura rose from the dark corner and slowly began to take shape in front of the peacock.
“Assuming that it is not a sabotage by the Archmage, it is only a matter of time before our warlocks establish communication.”
“I see.”
The power of the warlocks.
The duke closed his eyes in response and became lost in thought.
The shape that had appeared before long had dispersed into the air.
* * *
It was half a day later that communication with the West was restored.
As if that confidence wasn’t a lie, the speed was incredibly fast.
“Your Majesty, the wizards say that communication is possible at any moment. What will you do?”
“Bring me the magic ball.”
“All right.”
Temporarily built barracks.
As the wizard who was to connect the communication entered, the Duke snapped his fingers and gave instructions.
“First, let’s connect to Galt Castle. Since we haven’t heard from any of the surrounding castles, that means they’re still tied up there.”
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
Woohoo!
Clang! Clang!
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“It was a success.”
A familiar noise.
After some time, the magic ball succeeded in connecting a normal signal.
The Duke began to speak, his hands clasped together on the desk.
“This is Duke Luke.”
-Sat, it is an honor to receive your communication, Your Majesty! This is Viscount Akan, guarding the Galt Castle!
The duke’s eyebrows twitched, displeased by the flattery he heard, but soon returned to normal.
It was fortunate that the voice seemed bright.
“The time is busy, so refrain from unnecessary talk. Report on the current situation of Mercury.”
-Oh, yes? Are you talking about the situation on Mercury?
“okay.”
-There was no siege with Esteban here at Galt Castle. Didn’t you hear about it from the nearby castle?
“……what?”
There was no siege at Galt Castle?
So then what on earth are their troops doing?
The peacock continued speaking in a growl.
“Tell me more. What on earth is going on there?”
– Esteban’s army bypassed the castle and entered the imperial territory. Factions were sent to the three neighboring castles to prepare, and the troops at Galt Castle are currently waiting to attack the rear.
“They… bypassed Galt Castle?”
-Yes.
The voice on the other end of the line was clear, as if there was not a single lie.
As if he had no doubts about the situation… … Just as the duke began to feel uneasy, a voice was heard again.
-We thought the news would have been delivered without a doubt… …but it seems it wasn’t properly delivered due to preparations for the siege.
“… … .”
There was no way that could happen.
Unless those guys were sabotaging and cutting off communications, it was normal for all situations to be shared with the royal family.
But they heard nothing.
This clearly means that the situation is ‘abnormal’!
“… … When did you send the faction?”
– We dispatched them immediately on the day they decided to take a detour. Communications in that area were still operating normally.
“Then what is the possibility that the faction did not arrive?”
-Haha! Don’t worry. We can easily see the movements of Esteban from here.
The other person on the other end of the line, who had been showing off so much confidence, continued speaking as if to say that he could rest assured.
-There are no separate troops from their main force, and we have also confirmed that the factions have left the area without any problems. Furthermore, we have been keeping a close eye on the King’s movements, so there is absolutely no way something could have gone wrong.
“… … .”
-I guess it seems like you were too confused to do that. How about trying to establish direct communication?
“… … I’ll contact you again later.”
Bam-!
A sense of urgency that gradually began to consume my entire body.
The duke cut off the communication without even hearing an answer and glared at the wizard.
“Establish communication with Castle Renek. Now.”
“Yes, Your Majesty.”
Wooooow-!
The wizard who received the order began to use his magical power.
There are three castles adjacent to Galt Castle. If one of them is in combat, the other two will have normal communications.
But unfortunately, was the first one a dud?
Chijijijijik-!
“… … .”
No matter how long he waited, the communication did not connect, and Duke Luke furrowed his brows.
It seems that the main force of the men who bypassed attacked Renek Castle.
“next.”
“… … Yes, Your Majesty.”
The wizard tried to establish communication with another castle nearby.
Chijijijijik-!
“… … .”
“Go, Your Majesty… … .”
But this time too, it was the same.
There was no communication connection to the magic ball.
Finally, the Duke’s lips were chewed, unable to bear it any longer, and the wizard hurriedly connected the communication to the third and final castle.
and.
Chijijijik-
Crunch-!
“… … !”
As if by a miracle, communication was established.
The duke’s expression brightened when he confirmed that the communication was connected.
“This is Duke Luke. Identify yourself and your affiliation immediately and report the situation.”
-Oh… …I think I pressed the wrong button.
-What’s going on now?
-I don’t know for sure, but it’s probably some kind of magic ball for communication. I looked because it was vibrating or something, and…
-communication?
“… … Hey, over there. Who’s receiving the call right now?”
Suddenly, the Duke, feeling uncomfortable with the content of the communication, opened his mouth.
Then, a voice mixed with ridicule was heard from the other side of the communication port.
-Oh my, the Federal Empire has already sent a message through the jamming? That’s pretty good.
“… … .”
-And you just said Duke Luke? What an honor it is for a big shot to contact you.
“……you.”
– Nice to meet you. I am Viscount Hegmes, the King’s direct servant. Oh, before I received the title, I was called George. You can call me that since it is more familiar.
That’s very funny. The person saying that.
The shallow voice, as if joking, continued.
Cadduk-
Only then did Duke Luke understand the whole situation and grit his teeth.
Yes, it wasn’t just Renek Castle that was occupied.
All three adjacent castles. They had already taken all three castles before news of the detour reached them!
‘… … Since the waves have moved, there shouldn’t be any problems?’
This f*cking kid!
The duke felt anger rising to the very tips of his hair.
Starting with the three castles that failed to anticipate and prepare for this situation, and even the foolish and reckless Galt Castle Lord splitting it up without even knowing the situation.
There wasn’t a single place where I wasn’t angry.
But his gaze remained cold.
“How did you take over three castles at the same time? Even if you had a great sword master, it would have been impossible to take over three places in one day.”
-Impossible? Ah, I guess that’s what Mercury can think. He probably wasn’t completely defenseless.
“then.”
-I’m sorry, Your Highness. I don’t know the details.
“……what?”
-Well, I’m just following the King’s orders. Have you ever thought about being in the position of giving orders?
“… … .”
Even though the duke’s expression suddenly distorted, the other person continued talking.
-What I know is that the plan is to branch out from the conquered castles and devour the West.
“That’s a lie. How dare you engage in such obvious psychological warfare against me.”
-No, it doesn’t matter if you don’t believe it…
There was a moment when I thought that the corners of the mouth of the invisible opponent were smiling.
-Wasn’t it the case that you had no choice in the first place?
“… … .”
The peacock’s eyes opened wide.
It was as the guy who introduced himself as George said, though.
Since not one but three places were taken over at the same time, even if they fought back later, they inevitably had to leave the other two places free.
Then, will the remaining two troops just sit still?
No way.
Rather, as I just said, it was more likely that they would attack other castles in the west while their attention was focused on the siege.
This is literally a bait operation. It is a situation where you literally have to fall for it even though you know it.
And there is only one way to solve this. Attack all three places simultaneously and subdue them by force.
I guess that’s exactly what they’re hoping for.
“Do you dare to provoke me?”
-No, well, thinking is free… … .
“But fine. I’ll respond to your ridiculous provocations as you wish.”
-Huh?
Kwajik-!
The Duke, who had broken the communication magic ball with only pure evil power, stood up from his seat. Then he quietly glared at his subordinate who was standing behind him and spoke.
“Divide the troops into three groups.”
“… … I will follow Your Majesty’s will.”
“Not everything is divided equally.”
The peacock fiddled with something in his pocket.
A tiny pill about the size of a fingertip.
“I will personally take charge of where their king is.”
If that’s the only answer, I’ll do whatever they want.
“Five thousand troops are enough.”
Of course, the result will be different from what they want.
The peacock’s eyes, distorted with anger, began to burn.
