Loading...
The news of the raiders from the west reached the imperial palace.
"Any contact from Sir Odinst?"
"None, Your Majesty."
"And no one knows where Duke Langster is?"
The knight reporting to Emperor Yanchinus lowered his head. Around them, numerous nobles were split into two sides.
"The barbarians from the west are crossing the mountains and raiding left and right. It's obvious. Form a new legion."
Yanchinus managed to suppress his anger.
'This is truly unexpected. I know Odinst was a young one, but...'
Odinst was a young and promising knight. He came from a good family and had decent skills. Yanchinus had entrusted him with a legion to help him build his experience.
'Barbarians are supposed to fight on par with our imperial army only after they've looted enough equipment from us and adapted to our tactics. That too, is under the assumption that they have united. It makes no sense for a legion to lose in the initial battles.'
Yanchinus wasn't the only one who thought so. Judging by the circumstances, it was clear the western legion had been defeated by the barbarians. The knights and nobles were unsettled by this unprecedented situation.
‘This is getting tricky. I don’t feel comfortable sending out the veterans, either...'
Capable generals raced through Yanchinus' mind. They were the old guards who had long contended with barbarians.
‘Ever since Ferzen noya died, those old fools have...
Unlock free chapters every day
Bookmark your novel and never lose track of your progress
Share your thoughts with your favorite translator in the comments.
