Urich thought hard about the reasons behind Duke Langster being appointed as the commander of the outpost in the Sky Mountains. Rather unexpectedly, the answer came pretty easily.0

"So, they decided to appoint Langster, who already has experience as the viceroy of the north, as the commander of the outpost... They really are serious about investing in the western expansion."0

Urich knew how much Emperor Yanchinus was obsessed with great achievements. His obsession was close to madness. It was no surprise that he was going to try to conquer the west at any cost.0

‘Duke Langster has it tough. This is almost like a demotion, no matter how you look at it.’0

Urich managed to get various information from the northerners.0

"The pioneering road Yailrud is nearing completion. It's a bridge made with the blood and lives of its workers."0

"That was quick. But I’d expect no less from the empire."0

Urich stroked the stubble on his chin and blinked a few times. The construction of Yailrud was as fast as he had expected. He realized again that one should not hope for luck against the empire.0

‘They have about five hundred soldiers stationed at the outpost.’0

Considering all of them were imperial soldiers, it wasn't a small number at all. The imperial army could easily take on forces several times their size in a group...0