Chapter 567: Anxiety

Different from the joyful atmosphere in Hyderari, the capital of the Principality of Eton, there was a dull atmosphere in Niceburg, the capital of the Corner League, another member of the Protestant Alliance.

The Corner Bay Alliance assembled well-equipped troops and combined with the troops of allies who came to gather, intending to fight the church's army. But the skitarii's surprise attack to the north disrupted the alliance's plans. The Council could not debate whether to continue advancing along the originally planned route or to return to rescue the allies.

As soon as they had a dispute here, the armies of the allies who came to support them all left and returned to their own countries to defend their hometowns. This made the size of the frontline troops originally used for the attack suddenly smaller.

In Speaker Marcus's office, a depressing atmosphere filled the small space.

Marcus huddled in his chair, smoking his pipe motionlessly. The light of the burning tobacco leaves flashed alternately brightly and darkly in the pot, just like the speaker's uncertain mood.

“The Eaton win puts us in an awkward position.”

Councilor Foster, sitting across from him, broke the silence.

"This will undermine our position as leader of the alliance."

"That's not all, my old friend."

Marcus took out a letter from the drawer and handed it to Councilor Foster.

"This is the secret message sent along with the battle report."

Foster hurriedly opened the envelope, his eyes widening after just reading a few lines.

"What is Cabret doing, recognizing the legal status of wizards? Is he crazy?"

He continued reading, "Huh, so it turns out that the Etonians' victory on the battlefield was achieved through the power of wizards. I think the so-called recognition of the legal status of spellcasters is some kind of exchange condition."

Marcus spread his hands helplessly, "Obviously, judging from the wording in the letter, he was informing us rather than asking for our opinions. Perhaps in the eyes of the Grand Duke of Cabret, he informed us in advance with a secret letter so that we could do what he did. The various measures taken to prepare for the impact have taken great care of the friendship between allies. "

Foster frowned and said: "Eton is one of the top important members of the Protestant League. Doing this will undoubtedly create huge waves, and may even make some people think that this is the decision of the entire league."

Marcus and Foster were angry at their ally's unauthorized actions, but they could not blame him. Eaton's situation at that time was already in critical condition, but the Corner Bay Alliance, which should have been its greatest reliance, could not be relied upon, so they chose Taboo in desperation. The power is also a choice that has to be made.

Marcus said in frustration: "If this news from Eaton spreads, it will completely eliminate the possibility of us making peace with the church."

Although it split into the Protestant Church and the Old Church, everyone still believes in the same god. Now that the Protestant Church has openly accepted the "disrespectful" heresy of wizards, it is hard to imagine how furious the church will be.

Foster asked distressedly: "So? What should we do?"

Marcus said solemnly: "We will not respond to Grand Duke Eton's decision for the time being. We will wait until he makes a public announcement and see how other allies react. But on the battlefield, we cannot wait any longer. , must take the initiative.”

"But our offensive strength was one-third less than planned, and many allied troops... ran back."

"Then we have to attack, send the reserve forces from the rear, and first capture the three or four fortresses on the opposite side. We must show our strength and not just let Eton steal the show. The Corner Bay Alliance must give the outside world a strong image, so that The enemy realizes who has the final say in the opposing camp and shows half-hearted allies that they are the icing on the cake, not the absence of them.”

He told his old friend, "Foster, you and I must mobilize those congressmen who have similar positions to ours, strengthen our momentum, and let those who have ambiguous positions understand that if this wavering continues, the leadership position of the alliance will be in jeopardy. "

Marquis Foster nodded seriously, "Marcus, you are right, I will try my best to do it."

…

Sigitas, the frontline area where the Horned Bay Alliance army and the Skitarii faced off, the army commander Shaluba Vazquez inspected the defenses together with Senator Horace who came to convey the order. They were accompanied by people who were called in. Queller Foster, the second son of Senator Foster who served in the military.

Finally, they climbed up to a temporary elevated tower made of wood, which was used to observe the enemy's situation. Senator Horace built a tent with his hands and looked at the Skitarii fortress not far to the east. The walls were made of huge stones. It is strong and tall, with ballistas, catapults, falling stones, and all kinds of defensive equipment. As for the outside of the fortress, there are circles of ravines surrounding the fortress. Although you can't see clearly, you don't have to think about it to know that there must be something inside the ravines. Full of spikes.

Councilor Horace kept hissing, as if there were sores in his mouth. Although he was a militant, seeing such a well-defended enemy fortress still reminded him of the tragic scene during the siege. .

Finally, he frowned and said to the general beside him: "General Vazquez, the council has reached a unanimous opinion and requires the army to win one or two battles and overcome the difficulties no matter how great they are."

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A trace of dissatisfaction flashed in General Vazquez's eyes. This bunch of losers staying at the rear have only now come up with a final decision. He painfully recalled that it was the council who couldn't decide whether to launch an attack or rescue allies, which made the troops on the front line also indecisive and did not dare to act rashly. General Vázquez suggested an immediate attack at that time. As long as the Skitarii were beaten here, the partial division that detoured to the north would have to be transferred here to support the main battlefield. Wouldn't the crisis of the allies be naturally resolved? ?

Fortunately now, the army on the opposite side took advantage of this time to build fortifications, and a large number of allies' troops also fled, making the siege exponentially more difficult.

Alas, maybe he should have ignored the wrangling at the rear and directly ordered the attack, General Vazquez thought, but would he dare to give the order if he really gave himself another chance? The Horned Bay Alliance punishes military generals who act without permission very severely.

"I will resolutely implement Nisburg's order." General Askers said, "I just hope that there will not be such a situation in the future where I don't know whether to advance or retreat. In this special period, orders from the highest level should be efficient. , it is correct, rather than leaving the military aside to have a quarrel on its own, while not allowing the military to take any independent measures, which is a waste of fighter opportunities. "

"I...I will convey your opinions to the Council."

Horace agreed awkwardly.