Milton knew that Bianca could detect and manipulate underground water streams with her magic. But he never thought about using that magic during the siege.

‘Don’t they say geniuses not only have a lot of knowledge, but they’re also able to use that knowledge? Geniuses are really amazing.’

It was possible. It was definitely possible. It would certainly take half a month to implement that particular operation, but it was a plan that would capture Litinque Castle with the least amount of damage.

‘It may take some time to find and cut off the underground water stream, but once we succeed with it…’

Milton pounded the table with his fist.

“Carry out the plan right now.”

“Yes, My Lord.”

With Milton’s permission, Viscount Sabian left the barracks to implement the operation. Marquis Bologna spoke to Milton from the side.

“An expert in tracking underground water sources? You brought someone like that to the battlefield?”

“Hm… Yes, just in case.”

“……?”

Just what kind of ‘just in case’ situation was Milton preparing for that required an underground water source tracking expert? Even Marquis Bologna who had spent decades on the battlefield couldn’t understand him.

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