“Expand the map further!”0

Dushala’s voice echoed in the room as the sorcerers strained to pour more mana into the map. The magical projection of Tatur and the surrounding region now expanded to show the vast plains stretching up to the Fonein River, where the imperial army was approaching. 0

Small markers appeared as the map widened, representing enemy movements. 0

“What’s the enemy’s position?”0

“According to the scouts, the imperial army has split into three divisions. The vanguard consists of 100,000 troops, the main force in the center is 350,000 strong, and the rear support division, which carries the supplies, numbers 50,000.”0

“And where is the vanguard now?”0

"They’ve made it to the upper reaches of the Fonein River. While it’s still far from Tatur, the current there is weaker, making it easy to cross using rafts.”0

“But moving 100,000 soldiers will take time. The leading force consists of sorcerers, and it seems they plan to use their magic to split the earth and create a bridge.”0

“Out of 100,000, putting the sorcerers at the center is one hell of a bold strategy.”0

Dushala smiled bitterly at her subordinates’ reports. Given that sorcerers were vulnerable in close combat, they were normally stationed at the rear, protected by strong escorts. But the empire’s decision to place them at the vanguard for a swift river crossing made one thing clear—they had absolute confidence in their protection.0

“It’s been confirmed that the Blue Knights are part of the vangu...0