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by fnovelpiaLudmila appeared in the Northern Fortress.
It was as if a cannonball had been dropped in a situation that could have been tense even with the mere mention of a simple consolation mission.
In addition, there was news that under the hand of the best shaman, three fortresses disappeared in just one day.
The shocking results spread all over the world. The devastation of being left in ruins without a single prisoner was magnified even further by the footless horse.
No matter how much punishment was given for disloyalty, at least the head was left behind. Like the punishment chosen by Durin this time, it did not take a form close to erasure of records.
It harbored a cruel nature from birth, causing even those who were accustomed to cruelty to tremble in fear.
“If you want to live, send an envoy right away. Now is your last chance.”
In the midst of the horror that engulfs the world, there is only one thing that Durin leaves behind.
It was the previously requested oath of loyalty. The declaration that the rights that had been loosened so far would be tightened once again put pressure on the Seongju.
The ultimatum given to them, which was incredible because it was a wall blocking the angels, sealed the crack.
“We are closer to the center than the north. Our fortress will give up resistance.”
“Tell Daejeon that there is nothing we can do. We hope you will understand our position. The sword that is closer than the law you spoke of is this time the regent’s sword… .”
In the end, except for a few castles close to the northern limit, all of them sent a white flag to Durin and changed their course to accept the castle’s control again.
Realizing the futility of resistance, he chose submission. The cavalry of Daejeon Temple had to shed a lot of blood to get over the wall, but it became meaningless the moment the central team saw before their eyes that there was no need for that.
However, the northernmost fortresses that chose to resist rebelled even more fiercely after realizing that their route of escape had disappeared.
“Your Excellency. This is an overview of the Daejeon Temple’s troops sent by the scout demon this time.”
Looking at the contents organized on the parchment, it was written that there was a fearsome organization consisting only of demonic cavalry. As the forces of several fortresses were added to support it, the force grew stronger day by day.
They were soldiers who had trained for decades in a land where winter blew. I had to prepare well.
“The scale is similar to ours. If there is a problem, there is an elite regiment led by Daejeonsa himself, so the number of heavy cavalry is very large.”
“If there is a collision, the damage will be significant. Consumption is bound to be high.”
“It is an inevitable sacrifice to deal with the Warchief’s army.”
“That’s an area I have to worry about. You should do everything you need to do.”
“Sorry. dismissal. I didn’t know my topic.”
The soldier who said that bowed his head and hurriedly retreated. It was from then on that Durin began to pound the table in agony.
Ludmilla and the witchcraft army.
Although they are small in number, their power is definitely guaranteed. However, proper use was possible only when all conditions were met. It was very difficult to aim properly against the fast cavalry.
Only when there was a target, such as a castle that did not move, could it clearly show its power.
Witchcraft and cavalry.
The difference of a single moment will determine victory or defeat. It was clear that the Demon King had an absolute advantage, but the Demon Beast Cavalry had the power to change fate by intruding on variables.
The moment they collide with each other, they will bleed heavily and the counterweight will collapse. That was not the composition Durin wanted. This war was a big step toward increasing power.
Integrate the center and obtain cooperation from the north by force. If the Archduke’s army and the power of the Demon King’s Castle pressed at the same time, even the North, which had thousands of demonic cavalry, would not have the talent to withstand it.
The one in urgent need was Daejeon Temple.
If you can’t do anything while leading the army, you will lose your authority due to the dissatisfaction of your subordinates. But that doesn’t mean you can’t go to a battlefield where the outcome is clearly visible.
All Durin could do was stay comfortably in this garrison with Ludmilla and keep an eye on their movements.
“Your Excellency! How about leaving it to me?”
I would have done that if it weren’t for the person whose voice was heard.
Flap!
I was full of confidence as I entered the barracks. Even in front of the powerful Durin, he was not oppressed at all. It seemed like there was nothing to be afraid of as they easily mobilized their forces during the operation period of just over two weeks.
Serpin del Istria said with a slight bow.
“Please leave it to our Eastern Corps. We will defeat that traitorous cabal in no time.”
“There is no need for that. Take care of yourself. Serpin.”
“If it’s because of the danger of the demonic cavalry, don’t worry. The warriors of Dongbuk-myeon are devils who have always lived against the harsh winds. I know them better than anyone else.”
“They definitely are. But not you.”
Durin raised his head and saw Serfin. There was no expectation in his calm gaze.
“Don’t talk nonsense and encourage your power. Looking at what’s been posted up to this point, it seems like the central organization has been sorted out successfully, so prepare for the election of the devil king later.”
“Force alone is not enough.”
The archduke’s daughter did not give up and refuted. Rather, he went ahead.
“Major. I thought it would be great to have one achievement of mine that would strengthen my power.”
“Was it not enough to be the Archduke’s successor?”
“The throne is mine, not my father’s. It is not a position to rise to by borrowing someone else’s authority.”
“So you want to go to battle?”
“Just being an enemy against the Great Warrior’s army is enough. Anyway, they are cornered by our central siege. I definitely have no choice but to try to bite.”
“After disrupting the border area, the response force came, so they would rather deal with us out in the open rather than the eastern part confined in the fortress, so there will be a big conflict sooner or later.”
“At that time. I will lead the army out.”
There was a determined will. There was a passion to become a bigger vessel. However, although the power supporting it was not the power of the main body but the tens of thousands of troops following behind, it seemed to have courage in its own way.
“Please give me just one chance. I will definitely prove it and come back.”
A scale comes to mind.
The troops and time that will be consumed as Serpin enters the battlefield.
An uncertain achievement that the heir to the throne will receive by leading his family to victory in battle.
But Durin did not decide between the two.
“Is five thousand enough?”
“Yes?”
“I will hand over five thousand of the Dullahan Guards, excluding the defenders who will protect the central formation. That much will firmly protect the flanks so that the demonic cavalry cannot be caught off guard.”
“Oh, if you give me five thousand… .”
The trembling voice expressed joy. In her head, the pendulum may be tilting deeply in one direction.
An army that was dealing with angels is added to the relatively poorly armed Eastern Army?
A battlefield that Serpin thought he could not afford to lose had been completed.
“I will show you with victory. That serpin. Daughter of the East… No, I will prove my worth as the heir to the throne.”
“I hope so. If you need anything, go to Verdia. I will say it in advance.”
“Thank you!”
Saying that, the young devil whizzed out of the barracks. They were in such a hurry that they left without even following the usual courtesy. Dullahan, who saw this, could not hide his displeasure. If Durin hadn’t raised his hand to stop him, he wouldn’t have stayed still.
It was not just a story limited to the soldiers in the barracks.
“What is it? Why is that kid so excited?”
As soon as I finished talking with Serpin, Ludmilla came to the barracks. She glared at the fluttering entrance to the barracks.
“Earlier, they were calling up the military and all. What did you order again?”
“The Archduke’s daughter will face the Great Warrior. If you want to become a demon lord, you need to have battlefield experience at least once, so now is a good opportunity.”
“Hmm… The situation is very favorable to us, but why? I think so.”
Ludmilla said as she sat down across from Durin.
“It would be worth seeing if the Archduke’s army participated in the war… What do you think?”
“It is unclear whether he will send the military as his father. Because the Archduke is crazy, he won’t think of fighting cavalry in the field with only infantry.”
“But my daughter is thinking about that.”
“This will be a good opportunity to confirm your qualifications as king.”
It is possible to use the power of the eastern warlords to subdue the north while preserving the central army’s main force.
Durin nodded because it was not a bad exchange even if it cost money.
I was able to come to a conclusion and stand up.
“We’ll see how it fares against a powerful enemy. Salvation comes next.”
“What if something goes wrong and Serpin dies?”
“That won’t happen.”
As the regent moved, Dullahan followed. Before leaving the barracks, Durin answered Ludmilla’s questions.
“But if I could feel death, it would be a very good experience.”
His intentions left behind with a smile. The moment you present another person as king, you are entitled to watch their growth as a sponsor.
“… If you look closely, it seems like you are the most mischievous devil in the castle. Durin.”
Ludmilla stuck her tongue out at the sight of her satisfying her own desires while putting profit first.
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