Episode 408: Conquest of the Continent (7)
Crackling.
A flame bloomed on the ruined land.
Kevin looked around tiredly and found Edwin Hector organizing the situation.
“The search team should check for survivors, and the rest should secure a space to rest. “After getting enough rest here, we will move on to our next destination.”
This battle.
It was truly a complete victory.
Count Jean-Pierre lost his head while swinging around all the time, and it was not that difficult to occupy the fortress afterwards.
Everything went according to Edwin Hector’s plan.
How to attack the enemies, how to respond to their movements, etc. were so perfect that it gave me goosebumps.
a few days ago.
Edwin Hector told Kevin his plan.
“Before attacking our enemies, we need to understand the current situation. Those not included in the current muster order are ordered never to back down. For them, who are preparing for a desperate fight, the fact that the kingdom alliance has been divided into three is likely to be viewed as an opportunity. That’s where we need to attack.”
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I unfolded the map.
In addition to the fortress held by Count Jean-Pierre, three territories with troops still intact were marked.
All of this information came from Hao Wen.
Even in the midst of the chaos caused by the war, they blended in among the refugees and secretly sent information about the ever-changing situation.
“I will now explain the plan. First, Kevin will enter Fort Jean-Pierre through the waterway. The enemies will be fully prepared, so don’t overdo it. After dealing with the guards, set off a flare for everyone to see. In that case, the enemies cannot help but become nervous at the thought that an intruder has entered the country in a situation where the Kingdom Alliance army is in sight. We will continue to monitor the situation. If the enemies keep you up at night, eat away at your stamina, and give you enough time to think, Count Jean-Pierre has no choice but to make a decision. Rather than collapse like this, he decided to call in reinforcements and attempt a counterattack. “The fact that Roman Dmitri is not here will make them complacent.”
Edwin Hector reached out and picked up the horse.
After moving the horses symbolizing the three surrounding lords, they were placed down on a seemingly narrow street.
“It is the shortest travel route that surrounding lords can travel. If they want to unite their forces and move quickly, they have no choice but to pass by here. That’s the opportunity. After using illusion magic to fool the Kingdom Coalition soldiers into thinking they are not moving, the main force will ambush here. And if enemies arrive, use geographical advantages and magic to repel them. When this news is delivered to Count Jean-Pierre and preparations are made to attack the fortress, Kevin can move directly and open the enemy castle gate. Due to the accumulated fatigue and the news that the surrounding lords have been wiped out, they have no choice but to expose their weaknesses.”
I was impressed.
Every situation.
Edwin Hector looked into the situation as if predicting the future, and Kevin trusted him and went into action.
In fact, his role was very dangerous.
Having to enter the interior through a waterway and hold out for several days, and opening the gate through a space filled with enemies, did not make sense based on common sense.
That’s why Edwin Hector described this situation as funny.
It was an operation that could never be carried out with Hector’s power, but I knew from past experience that the story would be different if Roman Dmitry’s people were dealt with.
and.
The plan succeeded.
In a situation where the surrounding area was devastated in just a few days, Kevin felt a strong sense of confidence.
‘With a commander like this. We can reach the capital faster than you, Chris.’
A burning sense of competition.
With his thirst burning, Kevin wandered around for a while looking for survivors.
* * *
That time.
The 2nd Army led by Chris was still marching.
Most of them retreated after emptying the fortress, and news that they had established a major first reached Chris’s ears.
“Incredible. I can’t believe they’ve already cleared out the surrounding lords. I think I understand why people overvalue Hector’s Star. “Even if he wasn’t born as a prince, he would definitely have succeeded.”
“I think the same thing.”
It was Felix.
Chris nodded in agreement, but didn’t seem to care much.
It was a situation that was expected from the beginning.
Having personally experienced Edwin Hector’s abilities, I was confident that if he commanded a strong army like Dmitri, the synergy would be great.
furthermore.
Chris found it rather enjoyable to see Kevin’s performance, which was a perfect success of his strategy.
‘You have now become a swordsman worthy of Dmitri. But I have no intention of giving up my place. No matter how hard you fight from the beginning, we will be the ones who arrive at the capital first.’
“Everyone stop. “I will rest here.”
“All right.”
The day was already setting.
After ordering the soldiers to rest, Chris summoned the leaders who followed him.
Felix asked.
“According to intelligence, the enemy is concentrating at a fort two days away. What do you plan to do? “If we attempt a normal siege, our losses will be significant.”
“I agree. “At present, straight attack law is not a very good choice.”
I looked at the map.
From your current location to the capital.
There were about three points to be careful about on the route heading back south.
If a lot of time is spent fighting the enemy forces guarding the place, the 2nd Army led by Chris will have no choice but to arrive at the capital last.
It was a picture Chris did not want.
Regardless of the competition with Kevin, if it takes that long, the Kingdom Alliance will have to wait until all its troops are gathered.
blast furnace.
A strategy was needed.
Chris’s gaze stayed on the area marked ‘Creut’.
“Those who remained in the South. They have something in common. Not only were they not included in the summons, but they themselves declared that they would not follow the orders of the Marquis of Memphis. It’s clear why they act that way. Around the time of the prisoner of war incident. An incident occurred in which the Marquis of Creut, who was once considered a powerful figure in the Kronos Empire, died. It is said that the reason was the summary execution due to rebellion, but the truth is that it was an arbitrary decision of the Marquis of Memphis, not an order from the emperor.”
“That means… … .”
“yes. The people we have to deal with from now on are the people of the Marquis of Creut. They were left distraught by the death of the Marquis of Creut. Due to their opposition to the Marquis of Memphis, they did not respond to the summons, but they could not compromise on the union of the kingdoms, so they banded together. We will attack the cracks in their hearts. “If you make yourself open the gate, you can go straight to the capital without shedding blood.”
“ah!”
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The leaders were impressed.
It was the perfect plan.
I couldn’t help but let out an exclamation in a situation where a being who was recognized for his military power even proved his resourcefulness.
one leader asked.
“What do you plan to do if your enemies do not compromise?”
“It’s simple then.”
The expression changed.
Chris showed his fierce teeth.
“After bringing them together for negotiations, we will strike out all of our enemies in one fell swoop. Unless there is room for negotiation. “There is no need to be considerate of them.”
* * *
Time passed.
As the news arrived one after another every day and night, the Marquis of Memphis felt suffocated.
“Count Jean-Pierre and all the surrounding lords have been annihilated!”
“Marquis! The Marquis of Creut’s men, who had not responded to the summons, gave up fighting and surrendered to the Kingdom Coalition. The South was completely eaten up. “It’s only a matter of time before they push into the capital.”
“Roman Dmitry… … .”
All.
It was news of defeat.
My head was spinning.
The Marquis of Memphis slumped down in his chair and muttered as if it were absurd.
“… … “How did this happen?”
Past defeats.
understood.
Since Roman Dmitry was a monster who even defeated Alexander, he knew that he could not guarantee victory against him.
But Chris and Edwin Hector were a different story.
Kronos must have won on the battlefield without Roman Dmitry, but the news that came was a shockingly crushing defeat.
It was truly overwhelming.
The kingdom alliance quickly pushed in from three directions, and no matter how much they concentrated their forces in the capital, they collapsed so quickly that it was hard to understand.
The corners of my eyes were trembling.
I tried my best to deny it, but if things continued like this, the future of the Kronos Empire could not be guaranteed.
‘Alexandr. The problem was that he revealed himself.’
Pioneer of Aura.
As the being who once represented Kronos was thrown into the gutter, the interior of the Kronos Empire became chaotic.
And there were people who said they could not follow the current emperor.
The most representative group among them were the wizards of the Magic Tower.
They confirmed that Kronos was involved in the disappearance of wizards and stated that they could no longer coexist with Kronos.
It was from then on.
Kronos stumbled.
In a situation where the power of the empire could not be united, Roman Dmitry’s existence was an unbearable disaster.
but.
I couldn’t just remain in despair like this.
Chris and Edwin Hector.
With troops pouring in from both directions, they were not the important issue for the Marquis of Memphis.
said the adjutant.
“Even the last bastion has fallen. “In the next few days, the main force led by Roman Dmitry will reach the capital.”
soon.
He will appear.
Roman Dmitry.
The monster that brought Kronos into disaster.
The Marquis of Memphis lowered his head and ignored reality, even if only for a moment.
* * *
Finally.
The capital of Kronos was visible.
Roman Dmitry took the most difficult route, but reached his destination before the other troops.
First, the soldiers were put on standby.
And then.
I walked towards the capital alone.
“… … “It’s Roman Dmitry.”
“He showed up.”
“Damn it.”
On the castle wall.
Kronos’ soldiers looked terrified.
This is Roman Dmitry.
My legs trembled at the knowledge that the devil on the battlefield had appeared, and I hoped that the reality I saw before my eyes was not the truth.
But the water had already spilled.
Kronos was fully prepared, and no matter what happened from now on, he was not allowed to be weak-hearted.
Stand tall.
I stopped walking.
Roman Dmitry looked around at the soldiers, his voice filled with mana.
“It’s the last time. Surrender.”
A short remark.
A sweet offer to persuade the other person.
There was no detailed explanation.
Roman Dmitry, who delivered a brief message, met numerous gazes with cold eyes.
About a minute passed?
After what seemed like eons to Kronos’ soldiers, Roman Dmitri spoke.
“Now there is no chance.”
That’s the end of it.
I walked away without saying anything.
As Roman Dmitry gradually receded from sight, Kronos’ soldiers finally faced the cold reality.
It was really over.
Die or live.
They no longer had a chance to choose.
* * *
A few days later.
Chris and Edwin Hector’s troops also joined.
Chris arrived first by just one day, but neither Chris nor Kevin attached much importance to who arrived first.
The presence of Roman Dmitry, who arrived a few days early.
They felt that they had not met their expectations, so they thought indirect confrontation was not an important issue right now.
Right in front of you.
There was Kronos.
The meeting proceeded with no time to take a break, as the Iron Fortress, which they were proud of, was standing strong.
Roman Dmitry said.
“We are in two days. “I will destroy Kronos’ capital.”
“Are you planning to choose the Jeonggongbeop?”
It was Chris.
Kronos.
It won’t collapse like this.
Unlike past battles, this will not be decided in a day or two, and many people will die to take down the impregnable castle.
Even though I knew that fact, I had to deal with it.
From the time he refused to negotiate an end to the war with the Marquis of Memphis. There was no way to capture the capital without shedding blood.
however.
“no. Before attacking the capital, we will throw them into confusion. “Lucas.”
“yes.”
One side of the conference room.
Attention was focused on Lucas.
Even key executives like Chris had not heard anything about the story starting from now.
Lucas said.
“Now, I will tell you about the operation that has been secretly carried out by the Intelligence Guild.”
few years ago.
Even before the war with Kronos broke out.
Lucas received an order from Roman Dmitry.
fantasy,
