Chapter 170 Military Discussion
Chapter 170 Military Discussion
"Take care of the wounded as soon as possible. Is the healing magician ready?"
“Yes! Follow your instructions!”
"Show mercy to those enemies who are no longer able to fight."
Galatea gave the order to show mercy to the flustered enemy. This is one of the responsibilities of a commander. If you hesitate and push the mission of individual soldiers to them, there may be traumatized soldiers after the battle. In order to reduce this mental burden, the commander took on this responsibility in the form of an order.
Some people covered their lost arms, while others dragged their almost immobile legs and desperately approached the imperial capital, trying to move their bodies that had already lost control.
The battlefield is so cruel and ruthless.
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While dealing with the battlefield situation, the army camp was also being arranged. Although they were physically exhausted, once this task was completed, rest was ordered, so their actions were relatively relaxed.
When Galatea came with them to the tent of the headquarters of the army, it was surrounded by the Guards. Seeing that the soldiers wanted to untie the cages of the Senel birds, they gently refused and let them stay free, because they had been given enough food on the way here, and they should be free to play.
Klein saluted the sentry who opened the tent and entered the tent. He had already taken off his armor and was resting inside. Although he did not do anything himself, his tense body was surprisingly tired.
"Oh, you're here. Please sit down. Sorry, I can't move anymore." Ye Kai high-fived the guard standing beside him and said jokingly.
"Even the least tired commander says so? Maybe it's time to start training again."
“Don’t give me a hard time now. I’m just relieved.”
Klein relaxed because of his initial victory.
“Well, let me start with an introduction. What do you know about Tulio?”
"Ah, the second son of the Phrygian Minister of the Interior. I am Klein, Prince of Holzlein, and I ask for your guidance."
Tulio knelt on the ground and bowed his head to Klein: "I am Tulio Dictrant, please take care of me, Your Highness."
"Don't be so reserved. In Holzlein, they value you more as Ye Kai's partner than your title at home. I think it's better for you to hold on to this idea, so you can get along more easily in the future, right?"
"Yes, I will keep that in mind. Thank you for your concern."
"You're too reserved. Well, this is Finor. He's an excellent magician."
“Yeah, I noticed that. Thanks for your help. You did a great job.”
Fino wanted to kneel down, but was stopped by Ye Kai and Chamu. Chamu shook his head to indicate that it was not necessary, so Fino had to bow timidly and introduce himself.
"My name is Fino. As you can see, I am..."
"Be nice to her. Being too formal will put her off."
"That's right. Thank you, Finno. Holzlein's people may not be used to orcs, so there may be some inconvenience, but if there is any problem, just tell me. I will try my best to consider you. You are also an important partner of Ye Kai."
“Yes, thank you.”
Fino's tension seemed to ease. Cham held her waist, waved his hand and said, "Long time no see, Lord Klein. This military uniform really doesn't suit you. Are you a little tired?"
"Your words are still as sharp as ever. Well, maybe. But I can't refute it. Your swordsmanship seems to be even more sophisticated?"
“Well, maybe something happened?”
Finaud was somewhat surprised at such blunt words to the Dauphin, but she tried to understand the relationship.
"Little guy. Oh, Reed, long time no see. You've grown a lot, haven't you?"
“Toot!”
Klein stroked Reed's head and squinted his eyes. Taking advantage of this relaxed atmosphere, the attendant came in with tea. While enjoying the aroma of the tea, Klein's communicator issued a call.
"Klein... ah, really? Congratulations... um, we just won the first battle... um... yes... Okay, that's it... Okay... Got it... Then, we'll wait for you... Okay..."
After hanging up the call, Klein smiled happily. "It's the commander of the Phrygian offensive force. I heard that they also defeated the commander of the invading army and forced them to retreat. Now they are in pursuit. Although it will take some time for them to reunite."
"Who is that?"
Ye Kai then remembered that he was busy escaping and didn't ask who the other party was. And he was not that worried about Frigia's reaction.
"It's Count Steiner."
"Ah, it's Steiner's grandfather."
"I see. It would be nice if we could change people."
“No, well, he was like a swordsmanship mentor to me, and I was taken care of by him since I was a child.”
“I’m so sorry.”
"Wait until tonight and I'll lend you the walkie-talkie, then we'll talk."
"OK."
After basking in Cham's kindness and politely asking for the other party's summoning code, they stayed there and waited.
“So, shall we get started?”
As the main commanders came in, Galatea suggested starting a military meeting.
“!”
It was Fino who was in a panic. She thought she was redundant and pointed at herself, indicating that she should leave.
"You can also stay. After all, this occasion is mainly to communicate the opinions of His Highness Klein, the Secretary of War, and Ye Kai. We are also related personnel."
"Yes. Maybe Miss will become the main force of the battle line. We need to first understand what level of magic is appropriate."
"Wow……"
Fino almost cried at the treatment that was more severe than he had imagined.
"Let's get started. Secretary of War, please."
“Shall we start by understanding the current situation?”
Klein instructed Galatea to take charge of the meeting, and she began to confirm the situation.
"The defeated enemy has fled to Loatzin. This position is natural. After that, they will cling to the walls like a turtle. Loatzin cannot be taken by 40,000 men. We must wait for reinforcements from the Phrygian army, but it is not wise to let them rest too easily."
Galatea's intelligence was straightforward enough that there was no room for much discussion. Then the others began to make suggestions, and they all folded their hands over their chests. A commander raised his hand to speak.
“I suggest moving the battalion forward 3 lutzes (3.6 km), applying pressure, and attacking in small waves.”
This is a common tactic. It buys time while putting psychological pressure on the enemy. If you know reinforcements are coming, this may be the most effective method.
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