Gerard clicked his tongue at Russ’ question.
It’s nice that this anonymous disciple is talented in many ways and hard-working, but he’s still too young. I see that you still don’t know the duties of a man.
Gerard taught with his chest wide open.
“It is natural for a good man to be placed in a high position!”
“… … why?”
“Because ugly people don’t have the talent to come up here!”
“… … .”
Sometimes it seems to make sense, sometimes it doesn’t… … .
Russ nodded, thinking about that. It’s basically like that, so what’s the point of complaining about it?
Russ, hanging by the spire, also looked outside the fortress.
The vast western border of forests and plains spread out, and the Vastalon Empire’s army would be rushing across the horizon.
Whi profit.
The wind blew and blew Russ’ hair. It was a wind blowing from the west.
Russ muttered with emotion.
“It’s a wind filled with war.”
“… … A dog horn filled with whole eggs. The wind is just the wind. “I heard there is a case in the world where the wind blows based on people’s mood?”
“But isn’t it manly to think like this?”
“That’s it again?”
Gerard blinked with an expression of realization. Smirking, Russ directed her gaze inside Fortress Farugan.
Farugan, the largest border fortress in western Crovence.
The place was already filled with numerous troops.
In order to prepare for the Vastalon Empire Army, the Kingdom of Krovence concentrated all its forces on the western border. The loyal knights from all over Oman and two of Crovence’s three major Auror users, including Sir Hartbergen and Sir Jeklik, all gathered at the western border.
Since King Jubel II is here, there is no need for Lord Hartbergen, the head of the royal knights, to stay in the royal capital. Everyone was able to sortie.
The Crovence magic corps, which normally did not know how to stay away from the magic tower, also sortied. Estarid, the archmage of the 9th circle and the royal mage of Crovence, also came here. The true powerhouses of Crovence remained neutral during the civil war, but they all joined forces in the face of invasion from other countries.
Numerous soldiers and flags of numerous Crovençal knight families filled the fortress. Russ was amazed at the sight.
‘What a minister.’
Now, that army will be divided into four units. The main force will remain at Farugan Fortress, and the three units will be dispersed to their respective border fortresses, Jeston, Tahan, and Rakath.
Suddenly Gerard asked.
“Where were you assigned?”
“Tashid, I am going with Lord Maloid to Fortress Tahan.”
In preparation for the invasion of the Imperial Army, many of Antares’ Auror users were already at the western border of Crovence. A mixed race coalition consisting of humans, dwarves, orcs, elves, and trolls has formed a force of nearly 10,000 and has set up camp outside the fortress, awaiting orders to deploy.
Instead of looking at the smoke rising from the foreign race camp beyond the fortress, Gerard said to Russ with a worried look.
“Be careful, Russ. “No matter how much of an Auror you are, if you get distracted, you’ll get hit with a knife.”
“Are you worried that I don’t fit in? “You don’t seem like the type of person who cares about his students’ health?”
Russ was shocked and retorted in a cocky tone. When did she care so much about their bodies?
‘If they had cared even a little bit about our bodies, would they have been able to beat us so mercilessly?’
But Gerrard was sincere.
“I wouldn’t worry if they were my students, but aren’t yours soft? You and Tashid too… … How can we not be worried about sending people to the battlefield who will be astonished if they turn a blind eye and get hit with a single sword? Tsk tsk.”
“… … .”
Well, it wasn’t wrong. Even if you are an Auror user, you should always be careful about battlefield knives, unless you are a Jim Unbreakable warrior who will get a few scratches if you get hit with a sword while sleeping.
Russ also changed his expression and lowered his head with a serious face.
“I will be careful, Master.”
And he smiled with determination.
“But I have no intention of holding back.”
Gerard burst into laughter as if he was satisfied.
“okay! Whether it’s a war or something else, it’s ultimately the same fight, just on a different scale. Don’t be nervous, don’t let down your guard, have fun and survive! “If you just follow this, you won’t be left out if you die in a fight!”
Gerard shouted, hitting Russ on the back.
“ruler! Go! Even though I couldn’t teach you great teachings, you are definitely my students! “I believe that my disciple will not end up getting beaten up somewhere!”
It was the cry of a teacher full of trust.
Of course there was no answer.
“Oops! Here on the spire… … !”
As I fell, Russ’ voice faded away. She’s barely hanging on, but she hit it with that much force, so it’s natural for her to fall.
“Ha ha ha ha ha!”
Gerard chuckled. There are only Auror users anyway, so there’s no way anything will happen if you just fall from the top of the spire.
Sure enough, we see Russ landing lightly below and grumbling as he walks towards the fort. Gerard muttered while giving a warm gaze.
“Well then, welcome back, my other disciples.”
Chapter 45 Crovence Western Front
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Eastern part of the Principality of Chatan, Jindalt Plain.
Numerous armies were building camps on the barren land. The imperial flag is waving powerfully throughout the camp. In a huge field tent located in the middle of all those flags, a middle-aged man in his 40s wearing fancy gold armor was receiving a report from the chief of staff.
“Report.”
Gilius, a middle-aged man with an arrogant tone, the only heir to the current Vashtalon Empire and the status of crown prince, made a gesture. The goat-bearded man quickly opened his mouth.
“Currently, Crovence appears to have mobilized a total of 50,000 soldiers and spread them out across four fortresses on the western border.”
“What is the condition of the fortress?”
“It’s sturdy. There is no shortage of stockpiled food and combat supplies. Originally, the Kingdom of Crovence was traditionally an enemy of the Principality of Chatan, so it was not negligent in defending its western border.”
“Didn’t you see the effects of the civil war?”
“The commander-in-chief in charge of the western border is Sir Jeklik, an Auror user from Crovence. He appears to have remained neutral even during the civil war and was only concerned about border defense. He is right in saying that there was no impact of the civil war.”
Prince Gilius stroked his chin and commented on Lord Jeklik.
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“Are you the type of person who only cares about their own business no matter what the state of the country is? “He must be sincere and honest.”
“As expected, you are in good health, Your Majesty the Crown Prince. In fact, Sir Jeklik is known as a case where he awakened an Auror by practicing swordsmanship with his sincerity and honesty.”
The goat-bearded staff member responded with a fuss. To put it bluntly, this is a review that anyone can guess, but the secret to surviving in this world is to flatter appropriately when serving superiors.
As expected, Prince Gilius’ expression brightened slightly.
“Hmm, I knew that would happen. So, what are the main elites over there like?”
“To put it simply, this is an all-out war, Your Majesty.”
Goatbeard’s staff calmly explained Crovence’s military strength. Gilius looked calm as he was told that two Auror users from Crovence, an archmage, a royal knighthood, and a magic corps were all participating.
“Just as I expected. “It is only natural that the King himself conducts it.”
This was one of the reasons why Yubel II personally participated in the war.
The imperial army is powerful. Even if Crovence does his best, it won’t be enough. However, if all power is sent to the west, there will be no troops left to protect the capital and the king. There is a risk of rebellion.
In that case, it made sense for the king to stay on the western border as well. Even if a rebellion breaks out, it can be resolved right away as long as the king and his army are intact.
“Besides, there are no forces left that can attack the rear of Crovence right now.”
Originally, the eastern border of Crovence, the Glotten Mountains, was a place that required constant attention due to all kinds of monsters and mountain people forces.
But now it was a different story. The Glotene Mountains have already been completely occupied by the Antares tribe, and their power has expanded beyond that to Fetland.
There is nothing left behind. It was enough to focus all of our attention on the West.
“The absence of Auror user Lord Grandiard is something we did not expect. Is it really a situation where you can’t move, or is Crovence planning something… … .”
In terms of power, giving one Auror user has the same effect as if a large unit disappeared entirely. Gilius laughed inwardly at the chief of staff’s words, saying that it was incomprehensible that the Kingdom of Krovence, which was in a desperate situation, would make fun of a precious Auror user.
‘As expected, the Silver Sage did a good job.’
The crown prince declared, waving his hand.
“Lord Grandiard will not participate in the war.”
“How can you be sure?”
“You don’t need to know. Anyway, it’s not a trap or anything like that. “Tell the other staff not to worry about it.”
“I understand, Your Highness.”
I don’t know the English, but the Chief of Staff agreed and followed the order. If it’s not the crown prince, then it’s not. The authority of the imperial family was that broad and deep.
“This is a story we all knew anyway, Chief of Staff. “Quickly move on to the next matter.”
Prince Gilius urged as if he was bored. The chief of staff was nervous and spoke quickly.
“Well, of course. majesty. Of course, what is important is Antares’ reinforcement force… … .”
The Chief of Staff swallowed his saliva and opened his mouth.
“As expected, the presence of Emperor Gerard has been confirmed at Farugan Fortress.”
It was really easy to check. There was no need to send spies or conduct internal reconnaissance.
Just because it was on top of the fortress spire.
“Lord Vanatel will like it. “Anything else?”
Anyway, it was as everyone predicted that Gerrard would appear.
“The existence of the continent’s youngest Auror user, Sir Cyrus, has also been identified.”
“You mean the one who saw Lord Banathel’s blood? He is expected to be the next generation of swordsmen… … .”
Since putting the knife in Banatel’s neck, Cyrus’s rating has skyrocketed. Just as Vanatel was eventually promoted to a sword saint after seeing Gerard’s blood for the first time, people in the world were now expecting him to become the next sword saint after Vanatel.
“Lord Kirinth would like it too. “Isn’t that right?”
Prince Gilius grinned. The chief of staff also smiled.
“Anyway, until Sir Cyrus appeared, everyone was singling out Sir Kirinth as the next generation sword saint. “You won’t want to miss this opportunity.”
“I can see an exciting sword fight. Please send Lord Kirinth there.”
“I will do as you command, Your Majesty.”
After looking expectant for a moment, Gilius asked another question.
“And what about the slave race? “I heard there are many arrogant slaves who use Aurors in the Principality of Antares.”
Then the Chief of Staff’s complexion hardened slightly.
“Unfortunately… … The strength of the slave race is not yet clearly known. First of all, it seemed like dwarves and orc auror users were definitely there… … .”
For a moment, the crown prince’s voice was filled with anger.
“What are you talking about when war is already just around the corner? “Isn’t that the extent of the empire’s intelligence capabilities?”
“Well, that is…” … It’s hard to recognize slaves using traditional intelligence methods… … .”
The Vashtalon Empire is said to be the best on the continent in terms of information power, but even so, its method itself is no different from other countries.
A method of investigating by sending spies inside or secretly disguised people to listen to rumors. The reason the Empire is the best on the continent is because it has the largest number of spies, not because it has any special technology unique to the Empire.
And in this way, the existence of human Gerard or Cyrus could certainly be easily identified.
“But this is a bit difficult for slave races.”
The chief of staff hurriedly made an excuse.
“Unlike humans, it is not easy to recognize the faces of dwarves and orcs… … Crovence’s soldiers also can’t tell who is an Auror user and who is an ordinary soldier. The same goes for even knights. You would have to be at the top of the operation to find out, but it would be too much to plant a spy there… … .”
“… … “After hearing it, I guess so.”
